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Certified Tutor
...own. Often, too many students expect the answer to be given to them, even with tutors. That's not how it will get done with me. I enjoy teaching anything writing-related, and have a vast understanding of how to channel a student's voice into their writing. I'm also a self-described "grammar nerd" and especially enjoy new...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
 
Taylor: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...range of subjects, I am most passionate about French, literature, and writing, and history. While understanding these subjects may be difficult, I enjoy working with students to help them develop study strategies and gain confidence in their knowledge. I truly believe learning should be a fun and an enjoyable experience, and I am excited to...
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Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Studies
Masters, Urban & Regional Planning
 
Madison: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...ground with individuals and using that as a tool to teach by reframing material in a way that is applicable and easily understandable. Music and English/Writing are my favorite subjects to tutor in, as they were my strongest subjects in school, and I also tutor in basic mathematics and enjoy helping others develop strong study...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Music Therapy
 
Virginia: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...me a unique perspective on tutoring. I have experience writing and implementing training modules to help tutors prepare to provide students with a writing skill set up to the graduate level. I also currently teach Developmental Reading and Writing at a local college. As an educator, my favorite moment during the learning process is seeing...
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Bachelors, Humanities
Master of Arts, Modern European Studies
 
Caroline: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...Harvard. I also provided academic advising and mentorship to undergraduates as a non-residential tutor at Harvard and to psychology majors at Florida State University. As a graduate student, I have had the pleasure to teach undergraduate courses in psychology and supervise undergraduate honors theses. These experiences (as well as my training in clinical psychology) have...
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Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Master of Science, Clinical Psychology
PHD, Clinical Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 730
 
Nick: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...appreciate and value biological diversity and to leave my students with an increased sense of awareness. Below are several objectives I strive to achieve as an educator. Objective 1: Students should understand the relevance of biology to their lives. I emphasize relevance by discussing current research studies and findings pertinent to the topic at hand by...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology
PHD, Biological Sciences
 
Andrew: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...show that writing can be useful on a personal and professional level. Although my master's degree is in English, my primary area of study in graduate school was creative writing, and from my experience working and discussing my work in graduate workshops, I have learned that effective writers, whether academic or creative, are invested in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English
 
David: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...worked with many, many students of varying skill levels and ages. I've learned that success has much more to do with discipline and focus than it does god-given talent. Writing is a process with its own rules-rules that all students can learn with patience. It's important to remember, though, that the craft of writing is...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English
 
Kelsey: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...close friendships helping my peers who were studying English as a second language. My language department also emphasized students aiding each other in informal learning environments; during my senior year I took a leadership role in language review, games, and ad lib with my department. My tutoring experience has focused on standardized test prep and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chinese, International Affairs
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 34
 
Nate: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...I go for my Master's in math this fall at Florida State. In the mean time I will be doing something I enjoy doing, helping students with my favorite subject, math. At UMASS I was the head Teacher Assistant because of my enthusiasm and love for the subject. Instead of teaching just a certain way,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Applied Math
Master of Science, Applied and Computational Math
SAT Math: 710
 
Gabrielle: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...improve pronunciation, vocabulary, and comprehension, but I also had the opportunity to interact with students from diverse subject areas during after-school tutoring. I helped students craft and edit essays, understand assigned reading, review Spanish language rules and applications, and overall create positive strategies for information retention. I have a huge passion for helping students achieve...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Women's Studies
 
Andrew: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...Academic Foundations course at USF, which helps first-year college students acclimate to campus, emphasizing study skills, transitional issues and career planning. I am a great tutor, because I believe in creating a one-on-one tailored experience for each student. With my advising and classroom students, I use formal and informal assessments to ensure students are meeting...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Social Science Education
Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
 
Brookelynn: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...the proper form of treatment for the patient. That week, I learned two essential components for successfully practicing medicine: patient care and clinical diagnosis. It is important to assume that a patient does not understand the dynamics of their condition, and rather than belittling them, effective treatment is reinforced when the provider takes the time...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology and Psychology
 
Osvaldo: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...are historically driven, along with everyone in between. I also know how to listen. Tutoring is not all about teaching. It is also about knowing what your student wants and needs and figuring out how to give them that in a way that makes sense to them. I also really enjoy the subjects I can...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biological Science
Master of Science, Medical Science
ACT Composite: 31
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
 
Krista: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...student to tap into their innate ability to succeed academically, along with providing skills in time management, and organization. I am an electronic musician, and I participate in the underground scene in Boston, as well as teach Yoga at The Breathing Room in Cambridge. I have a colorful background in the arts, and try to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies
 
Corey: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...my summers off. I am looking forward to moving to Phnom Penh, Cambodia in the near future to continue my love of teaching. In the long term I plan to get my Masters in International Conflict Resolution and move to Washington D.C. so I can work to enact laws that protect vulnerable communities in developing...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, International Affairs
 
Leanne: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...State University in 2009. In addition to my role as a classroom teacher, I have worked as an online and after-school tutor. Everyone talks about the "new math" that is being taught in the classrooms today, but I don't look at it as new math. Instead, I see it as the same math, just in...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementary Education
 
Tiani: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...school, I won a few awards as a member of the speech/debate team. I have many tips and tricks to help students with difficulty in public speaking. Education is absolutely crucial for becoming successful and feeling accomplished both physically and mentally. There should be no barriers to impede one's educational pursuit. My tutoring style is...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Food and Nutrition Science
 
Rebecca: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
...me a giant white board so I used to sit on the floor, using my white board constantly. I also loved helping my friends with their math questions and teaching them shortcuts and skills in order to achieve an excellent grade in their classes. As a senior in college, I decided to take two extra...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Meteorology
 
Jonathan: Manhattan tutor
Certified Tutor
I'm fun, approachable, and want to guide my students to learning. I am a current teacher. I am passionate about education and helping others learn, and understand that learning is different for everyone. I always work to adjust my teaching style to a student's individual needs.... First, I believe that every student is capable of learning. Every person has the right to a good education, and it is the responsibility of the teacher, whether classroom or...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Music
Masters, Choral Conducting
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