Certified Tutors From University of Maryland-College Park

...always encourage students, especially young children, to be inquisitive and develop an interest in science. There is nothing more rewarding than watching a student have an "ah-ha" moment when the material makes sense to them. In my spare time, I enjoy volunteering with a no-kill animal rescue in Houston and spending time with my family.

...with high school and college level students in Algebra, Geometry, Calculus and Statistics. I like to use a three part tutoring method that 1) determines what the student does not understand, 2) walks step by step through example problems and 3) requires the student to show me that a problem can be completed independently.

...the Humanities, having tutored for over three years at the Writing Center at the University of Maryland. I especially enjoy helping students overcome their anxiety and frustration about writing by breaking down the writing process into simple, manageable steps. My other specialties include helping high school students write college application essays, anything involving Literature or...

...explain the world around us is a wonderful ability. I would like to help you attain not just an A in your course but also to share with you this wonder. As far as my tutoring background, I have tutored these subjects privately for close to seven years and at two Universities including one of...

...the material. My knowledge of the material allows me to explain the information simply yet adequately using basic principles. Students can then be led to build upon these basics to arrive at more complex conclusions. I genuinely enjoy teaching these subjects and enjoy seeing others learn it as well. I look forward to working with...

...improve science education by making science seem more accessible to students and reinforcing the "big picture" of a particular lesson before delving into the fine details. I am confident that this approach will lead to long term success in retaining scientific knowledge and foster critical thinking skills. I am an avid runner and general sports enthusiast,...

...English, and SAT test prep. I strongly believe that every student has the capability to learn anything, as long as the teacher is willing to adapt the lesson plan appropriately. As such, I tailor my tutoring sessions to the individual student to ensure that no time is wasted. In my spare time, I enjoy riding...

...SAT, ACT, and GMAT. I know that standardized tests can be a source of anxiety for many, but I believe that with appropriate preparation and study techniques anyone can master their required standardized test. I consider your success to be my success- I will do everything within my capabilities to empower you with the strategies,...

...own problems for my students to help them get used to the skill. I also like to help my students think of shortcuts for each skill. I like to show multiple ways to solve the problems so students have a wide range of options to choose from. My love for school sometimes extends outside of...

...Honors program. Before college I attended Hinsdale Central High School and was involved in numerous clubs such as Model UN, ACE, NHS (Vice President), Happy Club, and played on the soccer team (varsity junior and senior year). In my high school and college year I have had experience tutoring/teaching others in many age and subject...

...I started tutoring back in high school with local elementary schools and have been tutoring ever since. Being a Teacher in the DC Metro area, I work with students every day and enjoy helping them to problem solve and answering their thought-provoking questions. The best moment as a Tutor is when you see your students...

...and worked for 18 years in a K-12 private school for students with special needs. My training in teaching Reading includes 24 formal credits and basic certification in Orton Gillingham technique. Most recently, I worked as a Distance Education Librarian at Johns Hopkins University. I love to read and enjoy the performing arts. I am...

...way I can explain it better to my patients. My tutoring style is similar to the doctor-patient relationship: being patient, explaining concepts in basic terms that are easy to understand, being constantly available for assistance at anytime, and helping my students WANT to make progress in their studies (similar to making my patients WANT to...

...consider myself a visual learner, which affects the way I teach others; for example, I bring a portable white-board with me, in order to write/draw the concepts that I am communicating verbally. This provides students with the benefit of both audio and visual learning, which enhances their tutoring experience. When I am not working or...

...work includes a student who spoke English as a second language and also had special needs. As I worked with him daily, his reading level increased ten levels and his math scores went from below average to earning over 80% in his final math testing that year. Trekking in Nepal with my husband was a...

...have found that relating chemistry concepts and problems to topics that are familiar in our everyday lives is a great way to make sessions fun and interesting. In my free time, I enjoy playing ultimate frisbee and basketball, and watching football, basketball, and baseball. I also enjoy reading, playing video games, and watching movies and...

...answers; we find them together. I try to add realism and practicality to the sometimes dry, theoretical learning experience. There is nothing more satisfying than to see a student's success and progress. I love music and sing in three groups that entertain at hospitals and nursing homes. I enjoy tennis and golf in sunny Arizona,...

...I-III. Many people have trouble grasping the underlying concepts of a new language; I find it exciting to put these concepts in a way that students understand, and that doesn't seem so foreign. As a tutor, I meet my students where they are, locate their specific difficulties, and try to keep things fun and engaging....

...they are able to enjoy these subjects. My teaching style heavily depends on my students' learning style. I believe each student is different and has their own learning style, so as the teacher, I have to accommodate my teaching style to meet my students' needs. Students' passion and comprehension of math and science can then...

...enjoyed teaching and tutoring Biology, Earth Science, and Statistics since I taught my first Biometrics lab as an undergraduate. My pedagogical experiences also includes teaching Biology and Environmental Science at the college level. My classes, labs, and tutoring sessions include discussions on current events, hands-on experience where applicable, and I have an open door policy...