Jenna
Certified Tutor
...groups of learners and enjoy finding new teaching strategies to reach all of my students. I have taught both in general education and special education settings. I firmly believe every child has the potential to find success in school and am passionate about working to serve all of my students. I am excited to begin...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Master of Arts Teaching, Childhood Education
Tracy
Certified Tutor
...knowledge base from science to political science; from fine literature to fine arts. I also know my way around standardized tests. I scored a 34 on the ACT, and in the 98th and 96th percentile of the GRE's analytical writing and verbal reasoning sections, respectively. Outside of academics, I also love to paint, practice yoga,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Arts Teaching, General Education
ACT Composite: 34
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
Andre Lamar
Certified Tutor
...Grade for 4 years, 4th grade for 2 years, and music for 3 years. As a teacher, I use education as a tool to empower scholars with a strong sense of self-esteem, creativity, and knowledge. With such tools, scholars will be able to advance their lives and the lives of those in their communities.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Music
Master of Arts, Childgood Education K -6
Laura
Certified Tutor
...my Master of Arts in Education from Relay Graduate School of Education, graduating with distinction. As a teacher, I led my students to achieve over a 70% pass rate on the rigorous Common Core ELA Assessment, and over a 90% pass rate on the Common Core Math Assessment. This past school year I was an...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science; Human Rights
Master of Arts, Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 750
Brittany
Certified Tutor
Hello! I am a former third grade teacher who is excited to help you or your student build the skills and confidence needed to be successful.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Philosophy and Psychology
Masters, Elementary Education
Alexandra
Certified Tutor
...reached this assertion by being a middle school math teacher. I have worked with both special education and gifted students and I have seen both be curious, motivated and successful in math. I am so excited to focus in on one-on-one instruction at Varsity Tutors and I look forward to tutoring you!... I believe that mathematics education should be differentiated for each student. One strategy that may help one student may not help another, and that's...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Masters, Middle school math and special education
Brooke
Certified Tutor
...them the skills necessary to think critically about the world. I want to push my students to solve complex problems, and never settle for less than their potential. I love to tutor students who may need help in my spare time, because it allows me to continue helping students! I know the value of out-of-school...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Education
John
Certified Tutor
...I have spent much of my time in the last 12 years teaching and coaching kids of all ages and backgrounds. My content knowledge spans all subjects for elementary education, with a focus in English and Math. I am also a proficient Spanish-speaker, and am available for test preparation, college essay writing, high school reading...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Masters, Childhood Education (1-6)
Meg
Certified Tutor
...applying to college and during the summers I have worked as a writing and grammar instructor for 11th graders preparing to take the SATs. I am deeply knowledgeable on all things English, ranging from grammar and sentence structure to literary elements or shakespeare. I love helping students find strategies to master clarity of ideas and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Current Grad Student, Middle Childhood Education Specializing in English
Jenny
Certified Tutor
...years with Blue Engine, I taught Algebra I and Algebra II. Next year I will be teaching 8th Grade Math and Geometry as a full time teacher in a public school while completing my Masters degree in Teaching through Relay Graduate School of Education. I'm passionate about teaching math through problem solving and I push...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Master of Arts Teaching, Mathematics Teacher Education
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 31
Jason
Certified Tutor
...encourage students to enjoy the struggle that comes with advanced mathematics and to recognize the importance of math proficiency among other subjects. I believe the key to motivating students to push themselves with certain topics is relatability; how can I take what I learned and apply it to something that I want to accomplish?
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Design
Master of Arts Teaching, Mathematics Teacher Education
Kamara
Certified Tutor
...in Brooklyn, New York, I went to Relay Graduate School of Education and received a Masters in Childhood Education. After completing my masters, I became a lead teacher. I also worked at another public school in Brooklyn as a teacher before moving my teaching career to New Jersey. I currently teach 2nd grade in Irvington,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
State Certified Teacher
Lauren
Certified Tutor
...from the Relay Graduate School in New York. After 7 years of tutoring and 3 years of teaching, I am excited to support students in science, math, language, and exam prep. A mild caffeine addict, I stay active through lacrosse and running, listen to podcasts while roaming the city, and love to discover new coffee...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Studies
Master of Arts Teaching, Science Teacher Education
Jennifer
Certified Tutor
...I helped write curriculum for Kindergarten and led my students to score the highest test scores and make the most academic growth on the state test in the entire school. I teach with energy, a love for students of all ages and a determination to help students succeed. I am open to tutor students in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Advertising
Master of Arts, Early Childhood Education
Denia
Certified Tutor
...tutor and teacher. Tutoring English in Brazil, and teaching special education full time (all subjects grades 7-12). I am most confident in ELA and writing. I published my first research article in 2017 as well as worked as a research assistant. I enjoy helping students learn and conquer intellectual challenges. Feel free to contact me...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, African Studies
Masters in Education, Education
Emily
Certified Tutor
...State Standards for math and am able to teach to these standards in a variety of instructional ways. I have experience teaching reading from beginning phonics/pre-reading through 4th and 5th grade reading levels. I am experienced in all areas of reading instruction, including phonics, comprehension, and fluency. I teach a variety of phonics curriculum including...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Studies
Master of Arts Teaching, Early Childhood Education
State Certified Teacher
Joseph
Certified Tutor
...the ability to learn if the teacher can find the right way to teach. I'm dedicated to molding the lives of others in and out of the classroom and my specialty is finding a way connect them both so my students get the most out of our time together. I teach skills that are attainable...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Sports Studies
Master of Arts Teaching, Early Childhood Education
Masha
Certified Tutor
...teaching because I view education as empowerment. I approach my teaching with an attitude of creativity and a focus on data. Additionally, I like to utilize exciting methods to encourage students to read or advance in their writing skills. Outside of school, I practice yoga, hang out with my cat, and oil paint.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Current Grad Student, Special Education
ACT English: 32
GRE: 308
GRE Quantitative: 153
Stephanie
Certified Tutor
I am committed to seeing a love of literature and a rise in literacy rates among young people. I believe that every child is able to be successful in their lives and that reading is a tool that will help to get them there.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Language Arts Teacher Education
Master of Arts, Language Arts Teacher Education
Emily
Certified Tutor
...love teaching others to love learning. I am a 2012 alum of the University of Virginia, and a 2012 Teach for America Corps member. I taught 8th grade Language Arts for 5 years in Houston, Texas, before moving to Saint Louis, Missouri, where I am currently teaching 5th grade language arts and social studies.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Master of Arts Teaching, Middle School Teaching
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