Certified Tutors From University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

...math, and I believe that a strong foundation in math can provide each student with the problem-solving skills needed to be successful in life. My tutoring philosophy focuses on helping students learn the material according to their learning style, and on teaching students how to check their work for mistakes. I am a strong listener,...

...much as needed for students to learn. Patience and reasoning come naturally to me, as if I was born with them. This is why math is my strong point. I have received a great deal of extracurricular training on test-taking whether for the SATs or less predictable forms of testing. I have a further 2...

...and that understanding base principles in any subject will make future work in that subject easier. I love to help my students to understand these core principles of math and science, because the ability to figure things out from just a few ideas is the most beautiful and elegant concept in the fields. In my...

...my son has reawakened my desire to help people learn. While in graduate school and living in South Korea, I tutored students of all ages in grammar, reading comprehension and conversation. This was some of the most rewarding work I've done and I'm so glad to return to it. I think my my patience, creative...

...with others, and I feel very fulfilled from helping students learn a new language. I have two philosophies when teaching Cantonese: 1) practice makes perfect, 2) listen and watch. I believe Cantonese students become successful when they use these two philosophies to learn the tones, unique sounds, and complex phrases. My interests are in public...

...first-generation college graduate (or as I like to call it, an "academic immigrant"). This means that I've learned on my own, and often the hard way, about the ins and outs of higher education, so I can understand how challenging - and truly rewarding - it can be. A solid education is as important today...

...introductory philosophical/mathematical logic course. It was this experience that made me aware of two things: 1) I enjoy teaching and 2) For many students, more is learned in a 1-on-1 setting than in a classroom full of one's peers. This is due, I think, to the personalization of the learning process that is not justly...

...full-time instructor for 6-8th grade students within a hybrid school for independent learning in south Florida. In addition, I was a private tutor in a program geared towards traveling, equestrian athletes in south Florida, as well as a certified, approved tutor for high-profile and celebrity clients within the south Florida area. I am also a...

...friend. Showing them that you are on their side is the first step into making the time spent together both productive and enjoyable. Math is frustrating for all of us when we can't yet grasp the concepts, but it is likewise enjoyable for all of when we do finally get ahold of how to understand...

...student from elementary school through graduate school, I have grown to love learning. In high school, I was a straight A student and completed all AP classes in my senior year. Similarly, while in college, I always made honor roll. I've been extremely blessed with a mind and attitude that welcome challenging problems. I realize...

...neuroscience and others), as well as other science courses including chemistry courses and physics courses, in addition to earth science. I also tutor math, including algebra, geometry and trigonometry. I can also help write papers and proofread for errors and content of any subject, and help write lab reports. I am comfortable tutoring students of...

...making up a song or game to learn the steps to problem-solving. Often times, students cannot articulate their learning goals or needs and it is up to the teacher to guide the students, not just simply giving them the answer. The teacher has to immediately observe, learn and adapt to the learning styles of the...

...tutor those subjects as well. In addition to my strong science background, I love reading, writing and learning about culture and language. I took four years of college level Spanish and I'm proficient in reading, writing, speaking and listening in Spanish, with a particular knack for explaining grammar and editing compositions. In my free time...

...great tutor is the ability to listen first before asking a multitude of questions. This philosophy allows for the pupil to show his or her understanding of the assignment and subject matter before the tutor makes any assumptions. As a result, the tutor can tailor an individual strategy for each student that targets specific needs...

...and stretch to include gender, composition, modernist and animal studies. Although I spend part of my time at Duquesne continuing my education, my most rewarding experiences come from my time as an instructor and writing center consultant. I have spent the past year instructing first-year students in their core English classes, where I used both...

...is beautiful and opens one to a new world of literature and history. However before being able to appreciate these things more fully, one must first have an understanding of the language structure. This too can be fascinating and does not need to be boring or difficult. Whether you are a school student or an...

...(which raises money for organizations such as the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation), and Relay for Life. I was a member of the Sigma Alpha Lambda Honors Society, and on the executive board for Best Buddies. Throughout my time in the School of Education, I have experienced four diverse student teaching placements. I have experience working with...

...in philosophy. Before law school I tutored the LSAT and law school admissions extensively one-on-one. Since graduation, I have worked on the in-house legal team of a major pharmaceutical company, and continued my passion for helping students beat the LSAT and achieve their law school dreams. I believe there is not a single best approach...

...All my students love my creativity and sense of humor. I always provide them with fun lessons that encourage them to develop their conversation skills and teach them about American culture. I have mostly taught online but I have also taught face to face. During my ten years I have taught students from Korea, China,...

...from a first-grade reading level to a college-level. My goal is always to bring all of these students to the same level so that they can have the same opportunity for success. Any student can learn when you give them a chance. My inclination for intense differentiation allows me to work with students of any...