Certified Tutors From Duquesne University

...and process to successfully reach that goal. In addition to editing 1,000+ pages of undergraduate student writing each semester, I have also served as a Writing Center Consultant where I worked with undergraduate and graduate students at every stage of the writing process. I have also worked in multiple capacities as a detailed-oriented copy editor...

I have been a tutor and teacher for over five years. I have tutored at the collegiate, high school, and middle school levels. I would love to help you learn in a positive and motivating way!

...I am fully equipped to begin a teaching career. I have had experience with children from age two to age eighteen, through my many experiences with schools while attending Duquesne University, through substitute teaching,and through full-time teaching this school year. I have had many experiences with suburban and urban school districts as well. My student...

...can succeed with the right amount of attention and the appropriate person encouraging and pushing them to be better. I excel with late middle school/ early high school students. I'm open to tutoring online and in person. I want every student to do their very best, and I accomplish this goal through incorporating their interests...

...banking. My approach to teaching economics is that you cannot live in the US and not have a basic understanding of economics. The terminology and the drawing of graphs may elude you, but the concepts are embedded in you. I use aspects of my students lives and their interests to create meaning. Economics can be...

...math and science courses at Duquesne, as well as professional level courses in the Mylan School of Pharmacy which has provided me with a sound foundation of knowledge in these areas. The time I have spent in the classroom, in combination with my professional experiences in the pharmacy profession has provided me with a unique...

...and things they can see everyday. My main focus is math and science, so my methods of teaching truly help students when much of what we go over in the course may not be visible to the naked eye. I am currently a teacher of Chemistry and Biology and look forward to sharing some of...

...tutoring English and Spanish when I was in high school and continued through college and graduate school. I have tutored grade school, high school, and college students, and love seeing the "lightbulb" moments after the weeks of hard work. During my student teaching, I worked with my U.S. History students and saw their grades improve...

...children. I focus on ensuring that each of my students connects with individualized lessons and prepared material in order to maximize his or her potential. I believes in student empowerment and work diligently to ensure that each student has ownership of his or her learning. I hold an endorsement in Instructional Technology and use my...

...Special Education Teacher and a Language Arts Teacher. My education experiences ranges from Kindergarten to 8th grade. I have experience from phonics to text dependent analysis essays to creating resumes. Aside from teaching I wear many hats to help my students achieve. I also prepare staff and students for state testing. I help with study,...

...has formed throughout the years! I look forward to helping students learn content, but also help them see where they can use their skills in this content area in their future. My goal in tutoring is not only to help students with the content, but help shape them to be dutiful citizens. In my free...

...senior year at Duquesne University with a major in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Spanish. I have experiences tutoring in various subjects, and am very passionate about helping others learn! Although my certification area is early childhood, I am able and willing to work with students of all ages in various content areas!

...in an understandable manner, so that you may grasp the material with which you are struggling. I specialize in English Literature and writing and teach introductory courses to college freshmen at Duquesne University. I'm here to help you with your academic needs! College essay and scholarship help? No problem. Writing? Let me teach you the...

...do that unless I learn from the student. Everyone is different and there is no shame in needing help or asking questions. My tutoring style adapts to my students, but I typically start with finding out the needs of the student, then working with them in hands on activities. I consider learning by doing to...

I enjoy learning from others and helping others learn. Learning is always a reciprocal process in my opinion. Hopefully, I can use my experience working in the education system to benefit students through Varsity Tutors.

...I have been tutoring for the past six years. I have tutored a variety of subjects including elementary school math, reading, writing, English, Microsoft Office, Phonics, Pre-Algebra, Social Networking, and Technology. I love learning and making a difference in children's' lives. I am excited to share my passion for learning with you!

...I have received degrees in biology, health sciences, and physical therapy. Throughout my time in high school and college, I have excelled in several different math and science courses. I tutored in high school and college and enjoy helping others grasp material. I consider myself an excellent tutor because I am patient, personable, and motivated....

My name is Will. I have spent time as both a tutor and as a teaching assistant, during this time I grew to enjoy educating. In particular I am interested in mathematics and science and given that these subjects can pose some conceptual issues for people, I think tutoring in these fields is extremely valuable.

...tuned into the emotional part of learning on a personal level. I like making and attaining goals. I'm a runner, and although I no longer compete in races, I set a daily goal to make every day that I run. Reaching that goal does a lot for my self-esteem. I like to use goals in...