Certified Tutors From University of Rochester

...to those concepts. I make an excellent tutor because I once struggled with learning concepts myself. This means that I both empathize with students who are having difficulties and I can understand which part of the material is difficult to grasp. I am also genuinely excited about the topics I choose to tutor, and my...

...I already had to help me in helping others as much as I could. Throughout my life, I have always had a growing love for helping others and communicating with them which is why I also like being involved in philanthropy. Part of the reason why I tutor and why I love tutoring is that...

...and it gives you an advantage in the workforce. I have been tutoring my peers for a long time and I understand the hardships someone has when learning a new language. However, with the proper guidance learning Spanish or any other language can be a fun and exciting journey. Other than learning Spanish my hobbies...

...I consider it my job to give a much simpler and more intuitive explanation of these concepts and help you not only memorize, but actually understand the topics we are working with. When I'm not busy in class or tutoring, I'll be in the gym playing basketball. Being from the south of course I love...

...participated in a program called the READ Alliance where I taught struggling elementary school students how to read. While in college, I provided homework assistance to Turkish refugee students. My support in education is one reason why I currently aspire to be an Occupational Therapist. The goal of an Occupational Therapist is not just to...

...of academia. Tests are often anticipated with dread, but a positive attitude, confidence, and the idea that examinations are an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and abilities will change the way that you approach your next big assessment. Together, we can prepare you for any test or academic challenge while exploring a studying style that...

My past students and friends say that my face lights up when I start talking about math (especially calculus). Between my Applied Mathematics degree from the University of Rochester and my Eagle Scout award, I have natural passions for mathematics and helping people. Let me combine these passions for you as your future tutor.... My ultimate aim is for my students to master their material. I believe that any person can learn any subject if they...

...between the student and the material, and it is my role to identify this and look for solutions. What works for one student may not work for another, and I feel that there is always more than one way to approach a solution. I believe that tutoring is the most beneficial form of teaching, because...

...been both a student and teacher of guitar, and I try to take that teaching style into my tutoring. I never start by explaining material or by "simplifying" it (because that usually means repeating it again and again!) but by listening to the student and finding out exactly the student already knows and what his...

...passion for teaching. I am currently a full time Teaching Assistant for the Americorps- affiliated program Blue Engine, teaching Algebra I at an arts high school in the Bronx. I am planning on applying to medical school in the hopes of someday becoming a neurologist. In my spare time, I enjoy practicing yoga, painting, and...

...minor in computer science. My teaching experience includes tutoring for Economics 108: Principles of Economics and CSC 161: The Art of Programming. My teaching philosophy involves structuring lessons to optimize my student's problem solving abilities, allowing them to overcome the material they are struggling with while providing them with the support and guidance they need.

...teaching pedagogy that when comparing extrinsic and intrinsic motivated learning, students who are intrinsically driven not only perform better on tests, but gain longer lasting and higher quality education. Given the opportunity, I will find ways to help make the subject interesting to you. I want to help you find your curiosity. With three years...

...tailor it to the individual student's needs. On top of that, I genuinely enjoy tutoring. I love helping someone realize their full potential after guiding them through a challenging problem; I love putting energy into something beyond myself, and seeing that energy spark a positive change for others. The whole process of tutoring is inspiring...

...Music Theory. I graduated cum laude from the University of Rochester, with a B.A. in English Literature and a Master's in Secondary English and Reading. My goal in tutoring is to work with students to identify their goals, and help them make a plan to get there with my support; I strive to tailor my...

...of 2012, I was hired at Mt. Hope Family Center as a summer camp family research assistant. We conducted family recruitment visits for child participation in Mt. Hope's NIMH-funded summer camp (Child Abuse and Trauma-Related Psychopathology: Multiple Levels of Analysis). Visits were conducted both in family homes as well as at the center, and included...

...favorite subjects to teach are math and science. I feel comfortable teaching to any age or ability level. As a Biomedical Engineer working in R&D, and a recent graduate of the University of Rochester, I have been exposed to all types of teaching strategies, and am very flexible with my approach depending on the student.

I am currently a high school mathematics teacher. I have a passion for teaching any subject in the math world and enjoy working closely with students to enhance learning. In my free time, I enjoy cycling, hiking, cooking, boating, and DIY. I have a laid back and humorous personality that is easily relatable.

...I have also received a Teaching Assistant's position for my Honors Calculus class, and I have lots of experience with children aged 6 to 15 working as a counselor at ESF Summer Camps. One of my favorite parts of the summer camp job was explaining games and activities to children and peers, and if I...

...college. Of course, academic success is not enough to be a good tutor; tutoring experience is required as well. In high school, I became a TA for chemistry and spent many hours each week assisting students on an individual basis, both in school and out of school. I have also tutored independently in biology, chemistry,...

Passionate, detail-oriented and communicative think-tank with proven experience in GMAT Quantitative, TOEFL Listening, Reading and Chinese Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. ... I believe that teaching is about clearly conveying your messages to your students. It is important to make sure that you and your students have the same goals.... I will start my first session with an overview of the class, my teaching goals, content structure, and my teaching style.