Certified Tutors From Skidmore College

...its one of my passions. Whether Ancient, European, or US History, I'm always happy to help anyone with their history courses. I also minored in Theater, and adore teaching people to speak confidently in public or in the work place. I strive to teach my students to be able to teach themselves. I was raised...

...have a master's degree from the University of Oxford, where I studied the history and literature of the Middle Ages. I also have experience working as a curator, designing exhibits, and working with local school districts. I have a passion for education, history, and the humanities. I am committed to tailoring my teaching style to...

...college and after teaching middle school and high school English, I understand what I was missing when I was in high school: "The WHY." Understanding that writers write novels for a really big reason has helped me make sense of the work I did as a student and the work I'm doing with my students...

...clear, and encouraging. I believe that every learner can succeed with the right strategies and support. Whether a student needs help preparing for an exam, strengthening foundational skills, or reigniting their excitement for science, I create personalized lessons that meet their needs. I love teaching because it allows me to share my enthusiasm for chemistry...

Passionate social justice advocate eager to serve as a mentor to the youth. Sociologist at heart. I am the rose that grew from the concrete.

...a professional educator I have four years experience in the classroom, and over 10 years experience tutoring and mentoring. I love meeting new students and clients and find tutoring to be an extremely fun and rewarding process. In my spare time you'll find me working on my art, running my business, reading, cooking, hanging with...

My name is Jadon, and I am currently a student at Skidmore College. I have previous experience tutoring students in a variety of subjects.

...to improve reading, comprehension and math. At Skidmore, where I double majored in History and Political Science, I was a Peer Mentor, or Teacher's Assistant, for a freshman class on British Naval history. In addition to grading papers, hosting various programs on academic life on campus, and generally being a resource for the first year...

I firmly believe that there's no such thing as an unsolvable problem. With the right approach and mindset, it's always doable - and my job is to help you get there!

...relationships first: that means I view each student as an individual and get to know them both as a learner and a person in order to best help them achieve their academic goals. There is no one-size-fits-all method to educating or tutoring and my approach with every student is unique. When I am not tutoring...

...psych. As a professional, I work with middle and high school aged youth as a full time mentor, helping them reach their full potential, very much including school success. I have worked with young people at every turn in my career and meeting learners where they are is something I am very passionate about. In...

...truly believe that the success of our Republic is dependent upon a well-educated and involved citizenry. Which is why, I want to help students understand and enjoy their social science education. I find that in the classroom, students are often crammed into classrooms, and told that they must learn about American history and governance to...

...which have served me well. When I taught skiing, I found that the most effective way to teach was by connecting what the student was there to learn with things they enjoyed. While skiing and academia are different, both require a strong base of knowledge to pull from. It is so important to cultivate a...

...Spanish tutor throughout my studies. During my senior year, I wrote an 80-page thesis titled "Jazz Flamenco: How Political and Cultural Appropriation Created a New Musical Genre," which allowed me to meld my interests in Spanish, music, and writing. While my academic work and mentoring roles were fulfilling, my passion for language and education was...

...senior theses. Though the courses and students vary (and my strategies vary with the demands of each student), one thing remains consistent: I teach with the STUDENT'S goal in mind. Another way of phrasing this idea: I offer strategies tailored to help each student attain his or her individual idea of success.

...have volunteered in classroom settings and tutored students in grades 2-12, including in a public elementary school and a private school for college-bound students in elementary through high school with social and learning disabilities. In college, I spent many hours peer-reviewing my classmates' work as well as learning from their feedback, culminating in a senior...

...at Drexel University in Philadelphia, but got my BA in Chemistry at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY. I'm currently a TA for college-level general chemistry and physical chemistry, both of which involve math and computer skills. I'm here to help with any STEM questions! When I'm not doing research or teaching undergraduate classes, I'm...

...well as a minor in Computer Science. I've worked as a tutor for Skidmore's math department, and for the school's summer research program. I was also a part of the school's problem solving group, and competed in the national Putnam exam. My approach for tutoring is going to vary based on my student, but my...

...Special Education to 7th grade science to High School Science to ACT prep as well as Study Skills. I tutor ACT prep, physical sciences, biological sciences, forensics and environmental science. I love teaching biology, but every science has an interesting aspect to it. I do believe everyone can enjoy science as long as you find...

...used movement, manipulatives, and peer interaction to engage my learners and provide concrete examples to difficult concepts. I use the strategy "I do, We do, You do" frequently to model the expected behavior, procedure, or skill. I also used one-on-one reading conferences as a way to individualize instruction and to build a relationship with each...