Certified Tutors From New College of Florida

...thinking/ writing. This pushes them beyond the routinized 'thesis statement' and pushes them to foray into the uncharted waters of their own minds. I believe in the ability of students to learn to think critically and to actively engage in texts. I spend a great deal of time modeling and molding those skills. Students need...

...passion for and expertise in Math and the Natural Sciences -- as well as French and Spanish, having studied and worked in both Paris and Central America. While I'm proficient now, I struggled with both languages early on, and understand the challenges of both starting a new language and in moving from a conversational to...

...Systems (or GIS), helping them not only with their computer skills but with understanding geography, environmental science, and urban issues. Although I tutor in a broad 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...

...to graduate-level work, and I have specialized for the last two years in working with students with learning disabilities. My preferred subjects are history, literature, reading comprehension, and writing, and I can tutor verbal sections for standardized tests including the GRE. My favorite subject, you may have guessed, is history, but I also have a...

...up through linear algebra and multivariable calculus. The second most exciting thing about mathematics is that moment when something totally opaque and confusing suddenly solidifies into crystal clarity. It's the sort of moment that makes you shout "aha!" or "eureka!". The most exciting thing about mathematics is sharing that experience with someone else.... All too often, I hear students say that the material makes sense when they are in the classroom but becomes confusing the instant...

...are strong lessons, and I like to use technologies such as Khan Academy and Minecraft, in addition to creative writing activities, in order to animate the learning process. Finally, I have a penchant for folklore and mythology. If possible, I like to work it into my lessons. Strong stories build wisdom and understanding, and have been...

...broadly applied. My strategy for standardized test preparation comes down to preparing the student not only for the material itself, but also for the experience of taking the tests. Success on standardized tests is as much an emotional exercise as an intellectual one. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the piano, card and board...

...(through advanced calculus). Yet, I've also been reading since I was old enough to hold a flashlight (my eyes don't thank me), so if you need help with following any sort of literature, I've got your back (excluding the original text of the Canterbury tales, I never learned Middle English). Live long and prosper, friends.

...an experienced tutor, specializing in early childhood and Elementary education and subjects. I have patience and passions for students of all levels and the problem solving skills to work with different abilities. I am also familiar with Common Core Standards. I have worked with kids as young as preschool and I have also worked with...

...the power of one on one instructional time to transform student attitudes and outcomes. I seek to empower students to better understand themselves and succeed in life. My approach to tutoring is based on games and questioning, to bring fun, and thinking together to create effective sessions that improve student self esteem, effectiveness, and ability.

...are English Literature, Comparative Literature, and History. I have presented at conferences, most recently at Simon Fraser as a member of a panel for their graduate English program. I wrote a thesis last year, passed my baccalaureate exam, and I'm pursuing publication for the project. I am currently working as a freelance writer, with an...

...masters in the Humanities from Saint John's College in Santa Fe, NM. Both colleges emphasized self-directed learning, collaboration, Socratic seminars, great books, intensive study and writing, and this has informed my own teaching style. I have taught as an English and history teacher in all types of schools: private, public, charter, and online. I have...

...I explained results of genetic testing to patients, doctors, and family members. I truly enjoy sharing complex information with others in a way that makes it interesting and exciting. I currently attend a Master of Public Health/ Physician Assistant program in Philadelphia. I love biking, swimming, and hiking through Fairmount Park. Most importantly, I am...

...at Arnold High School in Panama City Beach, Florida, I was an honors student and successfully took and passed 5 AP classes/exams, which have qualified me to tutor multiple subjects at that level. I also studied heavily for my ACT in high school, and for this reason I scored a 30 on the test, including...

...This experience gave me a love of learning and the tools I needed to be a successful student. I understand how frustrating and demotivating struggling in school can be, and I want to be able to help students so they can overcome their struggles. My favorite areas to tutor in are the life sciences, reading...

...fit for this, although I'm aware I may be called on to teach more than just history. I've worked in classrooms dealing with various subjects and learning with the students is a treat regardless of the content being taught. Getting to know a student, and creating a lesson plan to suit them is a rewarding...

I have a PhD in synthetic bio-organic chemistry and have taught university chemistry courses for 15 years.

...regularly in my free time. I love demystifying the world of maths and sciences for my students, and my education from the Honors College of Florida has only reinforced that assertion. My passion for the natural sciences is only matched by my desire to help people whenever possible. I look forward to meeting you!

I have my PhD in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science, a Master's in Biology, and a BA in Biological Psychology and Environmental Studies. I love teaching, and my goal in tutoring is to provide clear, interactive instruction that can build on a student's base of knowledge, and build confidence along the way.

...verbal communication, and I have taught undergraduate courses in the humanities and social sciences. I love working one-on-one with students and believe that learning is most effective when it's engaging and fun. My goal is to make myself obsolete! Our tutoring sessions will be geared toward both short-term and long-term goals, building the skills you...