...*favorite* is a stretch). I also teach chess, but that's more of a hobby. I also enjoy reading, creative writing, and perfecting the poached egg (the key is vinegar). In my spare time I act, perform improv, and think about how great dogs are. As a tutor, I believe my greatest strength is that I am not a textbook. I'm here to make even the driest material interesting and personally relatable, and to talk out...
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...academic interests and I am excited to tutor in any of the areas listed on my profile. I have tutored a wide age-range; from pre-k to college and everything between. I was a tutor in several capacities throughout my years at school, and have continued to tutor and teach since then. I really enjoy helping students grow their own sense of self-confidence and watching them grasp the material. Sometimes all it takes is a little...
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Inmyexperience,theformationofcognitivematurity,andthussociability,dependson one'scapacitytoseeone'sownrealityasasingleperceptionamongavalidplurality.Thestudy ofotherculturesandlanguagesthusopensthepossibilityforindividualstoseebeyondthe centralityoftheirownlives,anessentialriteofpassageinbecomingamatureandfairhuman being.Asateacher,Ihopetosharemyknowledgewithstudentsastheyfindnotonlytheirown viewoftheworld,butalsodiscoverthemyriadviewsaroundthem. Ihopetoaccomplishthisgoalbyformingmeaningful,respectfulbondswitheachofmy students.Inthissense,Ihopetoformmentor/menteerelationshipsinwhichIguidelearners alongtheirpathoflanguageandculturalacquisition.However,Ialsoemphasizetheroleof learnersinthisrelationship,whohelptoguideme,lettingmeknowthebestwayto communicatenotonlyempiricalknowledge,butlessonsaboutlifeaswell. Nowmorethaneverwehavethetechnologicalmeanstoenableandenhance cross-culturalcommunication.Oureducationalsystemsvalueforeignlanguages.Business opportunitiesprovideincentivesforstudentstolearntheselanguages.Iplantousethecurrent educationalandbusinessenvironmentnotonlytoprovidehighqualitylanguageacquisition skills,butenablestudentstoseethevalueinworld viewsandopinionsthatmaydifferfromtheir own.... Teaching Philosophy Robert Hultgren “The limits of my language are the limits of my world.” Ludwig Wittgenstein In my experience, one of the most important things that students can learn is the validity of another’s opinion. Now more than ever, it is paramount that we learn to communicate with one another and cross culturally. In the 20th and...
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...Literature and my teaching certificate from the University of Washington. I also earned endorsements in Spanish and math. Later, I earned a Masters in Education from Washington State University. I am most comfortable tutoring French, Spanish and math up to Algebra 2, but may consider other subjects upon request. The highlight of my career was receiving the National Science Foundation's Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching from President Clinton in 1996-97.
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...my highschool ESL program and am currently instructing an ESL and Spanish class in my university. I have a passion for language acquisition and teaching. Given my background in Linguistics, I have a deep understanding on how to convey and interpret language. I am a dedicated instructor that uses language as a tool to connect with others and build unique relationships. I intend to connect my students with the cultures and values that come with...
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...GPA of 3.80, I overcame the initial challenge of not knowing a single Spanish word upon arrival in Cuba. I was determined to pursue my dream of becoming a doctor, so I immersed myself in the language and became fluent within six months before starting medical school which is taught in Spanish. My passion for teaching emerged during my time in medical school, where I excelled as a Teaching Assistant, supporting students in Anatomy, Physiology,...
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Ph.D. in Electrical engineering, M.S, and B.S in Physics. Able to make the complex simple. Developed skills to identify, analyze, and solve problems. Self-assured, disciplined, and experienced in teaching at college level. Passionate about STEM!
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...reasons as I enjoy opening new doors and opportunities for students by exploring their potential through these modes of exploration. As a tutor, I try to accommodate to each student's learning style and respect these individual differences in our tutoring sessions. I try to suit each tutoring session to the student's needs and goals that day while attempting to build long terms goals along with immediate needs. My experience tutoring students is with both native...
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...I have developed a collaborative, student-centered approach to tutoring. I specialize in Spanish language and social sciences, particularly anthropology, sociology, and politics. My teaching philosophy is grounded in meeting students where they are, tailoring lessons to their unique backgrounds and interests. I am passionate about fostering deep understanding through real-world examples, especially given my extensive research in Latin America. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy exploring cross-cultural dynamics and the nuances of language, which enrich my...
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My goal is to connect with students to help making learning enjoyable. Through a variety of teaching methods I help students gain a full understanding of material instead of simply memorizing facts for an exam.
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...and have published both in French and English. As an Engineering student, I became a lifetime member of PHI THETA KAPPA, attesting to my academic excellence in education at the 2-year college level. I had also been nominated to the National Deans' list several times. I prefer to focus my tutoring directly on the problem areas for students, and give direct help with homeworks. I evaluate with grade improvement. I will prepare students for specific...
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...teach by is: no question is a stupid question. Usually, if students are having a hard time understanding something, I try to incorporate real life scenarios or even fake silly scenarios in order to help them understand better. Outside of my studies, I have a few fur babies that depend on me. I currently have 4 cats, and one beautiful Great Dane puppy that I am raising. I love to binge watch Netflix whenever I...
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...year round but I have the tools to help you with developing that. I am patient, confident, and enjoy introducing new learning tactics to students. In my opinion, tutoring is not about telling the student the answers but showing them how to get to it themselves. In my earlier years of education, I was not always known to be the one "good" at math, but with practice, the right guidance and time I became who...
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...writing, emphasizing practical communication skills and cultural awareness. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive environment where students can confidently engage with English in real-world contexts. I believe that fostering a love for language and learning empowers students to thrive in a globalized world. Outside the classroom, I enjoy exploring diverse cultures through travel and languages, which enriches my teaching approach and helps me connect with my students on a personal level.
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...with an immense passion for both! My passion for tutoring comes from the ability to aid a student perform as well as they want to, in the end realizing their full potential and going beyond what they expect of themselves. I firmly believe that every student has the ability to become whom ever they wish to become in their adult lives. My style of tutoring involves discovering which learning style a student is best comfortable...
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...graduate of my family at that time. The options open up for me and encouraged myself to tell other members of my family to get my footsteps and graduate. 2. When I was a student in college, I taught Algebra to the High School. In addition to instructing the students, I asked them to prepare to continue on to higher education. 3. I have three children, all with master's degrees in different disciplines. As a...
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...native speaker! During my high school years and early college years, I have helped tutor students with Advanced Spanish, and some Basic tutoring in Spanish and Pre-Algebra and Algebra. While I tutor occasionally, I am most passionate about Spanish, English, and Spanish literature and creating digital and traditional art, but also one of my goals is to learn the art of teaching. I have fun and brings me joy to help my native language......Beginning, Intermediate,...
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...enjoy the hard work it on helping others find success. My educational background includes Bachelor's degree in Education. I have held direct responsibility for tutoring in Spanish large groups of children, teenagers, and adults imparting the four language skills to them. I believe each individual is unique that is why my tutoring approach is Taylor-made to every student in order to take the most out of a lesson. I would be more than happy if...
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...University of Central Florida, where I gained clinical experience as an intern at a domestic violence shelter. During my time in graduate school, I tutored SAT/ACT Prep and taught high school geometry and Algebra 2. While I tutor many topics, my passion lies with social work, math, and SAT Writing/Language. I am also a great tutor for beginners in Spanish. In my sessions, I encourage my students to feel confident and stress free in order...
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Victoria Spanish 4 Tutoring FAQ
If you have made it to Spanish 4, you have already learned about many different features of the Spanish language. Spanish 4 helps you take further steps toward fluency by introducing you to even more complex features of the language. For example, while you typically learn about the subjunctive mood and the pluperfect tense in Spanish 3, you learn these concepts in isolation. Spanish 4, in contrast, challenges you to make use of the pluperfect subjunctive. You are asked to learn how it is conjugated for regular and irregular verbs, accurately translate pluperfect subjunctive Spanish constructions into English, and make use of such constructions in your own spoken and written Spanish.
As you expand your knowledge of the mechanics of the Spanish language to include more complex features, instructors may expect you to display sophistication of expression nearly on par with your English-speaking abilities. The amount of cumulative knowledge you are expected to utilize can compound the difficulty of new material to make Spanish 4 coursework overwhelming for even top students. Group-based instruction cannot provide targeted assistance, and printed resources suffer from the same problem. Additionally, both of these methods are completely impersonal.
Where these other study options come up short, custom-tailored Spanish 4 tutoring can help. Your personal tutor approaches each session with your unique concerns, goals, and needs in mind. The educational directors at Varsity Tutors can begin this process of customization by taking stock of your academic profile to help you connect with the tutor whose skill set and experience makes them best suited to work with you. Then, your tutor can analyze your mastery of written and spoken Spanish and design a tutoring plan that focuses on the areas in which you need to shore up your understanding.
This means that tutoring is not constrained to just Spanish 4. It can also help you brush up on content from previous classes. You may be surprised at how efficient and effective Spanish 4 tutoring can be as a result of the custom-tailored nature of your sessions. All tutoring is one-on-one, so any questions you have about the material can be answered on the spot, and your tutor can help you correct any misunderstandings you may have unwittingly accumulated throughout your Spanish studies.
Your tutor can also act as a conversation partner who can provide instant feedback on your spoken Spanish. If you are preparing for a placement test or standardized exam that involves a listening component and/or a speaking portion, such practice can really make a big difference to how you fare on test day. A classroom setting is not overly effective when it comes to learning how to speak a foreign language. You are typically given limited opportunities to speak the language, and you may feel uncomfortable speaking in front of a classroom full of other students. A private tutor can be extremely helpful in this regard because they can give you as much practice as you need in a judgment-free environment. Plus, rather than simply using Spanish to answer questions in class, you will have plenty of opportunities to use Spanish with your private tutor in a conversational setting.
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Recent Victoria Spanish 4 Tutoring Session Notes
Student one: We worked through every packet she received this semester so that we could cover every definition she received as time passed. After working through a few problems she had, we made it through all six packets and she reviewed every aspect of her course. I'm sure she did very well.
Student two: We worked through his calculus review a second time. We also reviewed some important crucial derivatives for a calc final. He should also do very well.
We discussed the issues that he was having with his Spanish class. Then I presented an overview of different Spanish countries as well as various types of music, literature, film, and other sources that we could draw on for our lessons. Later, we selected certain types of music, readings, and news sources that we will be using for our future lessons.
My first session with the student went well. I met him and his parents and we discussed what his short term and long term goals were. The student said his goals were to pass this class with the highest grade possible but also to better communicate and understand Spanish so that he could ultimately become a fluent speaker. I assessed him with a few Spanish 3 review questions. He showed a good understanding of the level 3 concepts but was hesitant and unsure when speaking or answering questions. I realized he needed to be re-assured when his answers were right, which I was pleasantly surprised was most of the time. I ended the session by reviewing and explaining the topics from his homework assignment and he gave me a copy of his syllabus and the names of the books he was going to use for his Spanish 4 class.
We went over pages 6-11 in his textbook. It covered the geographical regions of Spain and a little bit of Spanish history in the middle ages and up to the unification of Spain with Ferdinand and Isabella.
This was my first session with the student. She mentioned that she is in Spanish 4 and that this is the first time the teacher is completely instructing in Spanish. Today we addressed the student's issues in the class and came up with a game plan of how to help her through the class. She wants me to come up with review worksheets for her to do at home in order to re-learn the Spanish she needs in order to keep up in this advanced class. Today we reviewed common adjectives, basic verb conjugations, and a review of necessary verbs. We talked about the difference between Ser and Estar. Her goal is eventually to have me speak to her in Spanish during our sessions, so that she feels more comfortable starting to speak Spanish in class.
I had my first session with the student today. He is in an immersion class and he struggles a bit with the speaking and conversation. He is doing well in the class, so he just needs some additional help. He also reported to me that he sometimes forgets his conjugations for certain verb tenses. Today we reviewed the present subjunctive, pas subjunctive, and the present perfect, and past perfect tenses. We also practiced some speaking and conversational Spanish. He seems to understand and know the material really well. We'll do some more speaking next week incorporating the vocabulary on his class quizzes, and spend more time reviewing some irregular verbs.
