Certified Tutors From University of Virginia-Main Campus

...Algebra, Single Variable Calculus, Real Analysis, Linear Programming, Micro and Macroeconomics, Game theory, Econometrics, Public Finance, and International Trade and Finance. As a graduate at the prestigious University of Virginia, I studied Advanced Econometrics, Advanced Micro and Macroeconomic Theory, Labor Economics, Public Economics, and Development Economics. If you are in Philadelphia area and looking for...

...while in high school - from helping friends with homework to teaching workshops on SAT Math. I've noticed that a lot of students aren't struggling to understand a concept, but rather are struggling to understand how the concept is being presented. By contextualizing learning to REAL problems, I find it much easier to make students...

...also taking courses at the University of Seville. While at UVA, I worked as a tutor in Spanish and Anthropology for varsity student athletes. In addition to Spanish, I am also an advanced, near fluent speaker of French. I studied French 1-4 in high school and have taken 3000 level courses in college. I am...

...researching, designing and teaching professional and technical writing as well as business communication classes for prospective and current college students and professionals. Although I enjoy the challenges of practical commercial writing, I also have had the pleasure of reading, researching and writing for the academic community. I want to deepen my experience designing and teaching...

...the importance of truly engaging students, of understanding the various styles of learning for each individual, and acting not only as a teacher, but as a mentor. The true goal is to not only teach the student the materials in front of them but to engender a life-long love of learning. Teaching and polishing writing,...

...and tricks to help students manage difficult material with greater ease. Above all, I value creating a comfortable environment where even a timid student can feel comfortable taking chances and making mistakes with the material, free of embarrassment, in the name of improving. As I've said to my students, it makes no sense to struggle...

I teach my students to think, to understand the concepts rather than memorize an exercise. I understand that everyone is different; therefore, it is necessary to look for different teaching strategies for each individual. Teaching is for me very rewarding, one gets immediate feedback. When a student improves the teaching objectives are met. ... I teach my students to think, to understand the concepts rather than memorize an exercise. I understand that everyone is different; therefore...

...a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about science and writing. I find that students have different learning styles, so I try to incorporate that into my tutoring. It's important to me that students come out of tutoring sessions understanding the material and if I find that presenting the information in one way...

...love learning! I also love watching a student's face when that light bulb goes off and they just "get it." That's why I teach (and why I tutor) - to give students the most chances to have their light bulbs go off so that they can become the best students they can be!... I use a first session to get to know the student, let them get to know me, set expectations, and have them work...

...confidence. Many people have a negative experience with math at an early age and get turned off by even the thought of the subject. With patience and consistent reinforcement, I guide students through math concepts and create a firm foundation from which they can build upon in the future. I am here for you and...

...the fullest. I am excited to tutor English writing and literature as well as studio art because both enable students to develop their own ideas and creativity. For me traveling fosters creativity as well as a sense of community with new and differing perspectives, which is integral to learning. I've spent time in...... I believe in holistic learning. Knowledge should build on the basics; true understanding comes from time and practice. At the same time, I...

...and kids in the Charlottesville community. I recently returned from a year abroad in Taiwan where I taught English to children aged 6 to 16. Living in a foreign country is something I had always wanted to do, and I learned so much during my time there. I'm a lover of language learning, reading, writing,...

...understand target materials, but will work hard to maximize your opportunities to reach your goals. I am also happy to help with undergraduate and law school admission prep and application review. In high school I was accepted to several top schools including Harvard, and have received acceptance letters from several law schools ranked as top...

...my M.A., I was a teaching assistant for a Rhetoric and Composition course, and tutored undergraduate students. Since then, I have taught French in Virginia Beach City Public Schools for three years. Currently, I tutor French and English Composition, and enjoy both equally. I believe that learning happens best when teachers, tutors, and students are...

...Garden, where I was an instructor in the History of Landscape Design. I find tutoring so worthwhile that I also do it on a volunteer basis: I'm currently teaching English as another language to new Americans. I've been told I'm a good listener, and I believe people learn best in a participative, supportive environment. My...

...the workout coordinator (a hybrid of coach and captain) for the club cross-country and track teams during my last year. As a tutor, I love working with individual students and watching their improvement over time. In Charlottesville, VA I worked primarily with a single student for three years. During this time, we developed a great...

...like games than like exams, and to do this, I focus on testing strategy, which has proved successful for me during my SAT and graduate level exams. In addition to my background in test prep, english and math tutoring, I have also been a teacher of improv comedy at the Washington Improv Theater, and bring some...

...currently very passionate about pursuing a career working with children and young adults, either mentoring or teaching, and my experiences volunteering with refugees in Berlin sparked within me a passion for this career path. I am very well versed in writing, reading comprehension, 2-D and 3-D art (digital and traditional), languages, and math up to...

...with teaching Elementary Math, Reading, Phonics, Reading Comprehension, and test preparation. I love to challenge a student's learning style while also catering to their personal needs. Teaching is my passion and full time career and I love changing the lives of children. I am a very competitive individual who always seeks to find answers if...

...Both can be overcome with some extra work and understanding. Higher level mathematics is simply elegant extensions of the fundamental principals we learned in lower level mathematics. Some of the symbols may look difficult, but beyond that and as in learning a language, familiarity through repetition and immersion makes it second nature.... All students can learn mathematics. Often there is an underlying issue that is the problem which once identified can be easily overcome. Learning math...