...enjoyable experience. In the past, I have worked with students from 4th grade through high school and am sensitive to individual needs and developmental levels, making sure to fit my teaching style to best assist any given student. I also have experience working as a teacher's assistant through a post-grad fellowship program where I worked with professors and students in the classroom for the studio art department at Dartmouth College in 2016. I am excited...
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...ten years. As a 7th grade Latin teacher, I have experience working with middle school students, and I have also taught Latin, history, and writing on the college level. In addition, I have also worked with high school students. I hold a B.A. in history and German studies from the University of Bielefeld, Germany, and am currently completing my PhD in Classics at the Johns Hopkins University. I enjoy learning as much as I enjoy...
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...of choral singing, 12 years of electric guitar, 5 years of piano, and 3 years of singing classical art songs and opera. I have performed in principal roles in the University of Tulsa's Opera Theater and am currently singing in the Tulsa Opera Chorus for the 2016-2017 season. I studied 3 semesters' worth of music theory and 3 semesters of ear training while at the University of Tulsa and I strongly believe that enhancing both...
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...natural reading and writing ability have always been able to give me a different perspective on the sciences. However, because of my strength in language, I've always struggled in math. To be a marine science major I had to overcome a lot of academic challenges, due to the major's concentration in math. I hope that my passion for what I study can inspire other people to find their niche, and make them want to excel...
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...Evolution. Currently I am working on my doctorate in Ecology. As you can imagine, I love nature and I love teaching biology, which is why I also work as a zoo educator. I am comfortable teaching other natural sciences as well as reading, writing and basic math. I speak both English and German (my native language) fluently and would be excited to help you practice your German! I can also teach English as a second...
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...is a challenge I very much enjoy. Furthermore, like many people in academia, I have also come across material that was initially challenging to conceptualize on my own. When this would happen I would often seek the help of those who did understand, such that we could work together to break down the material into more comprehensible sections. I was always very grateful for these interactions and enjoy being able to teach others as I...
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...languages in a positive and immersive environment. I teach German up to a B2-C1 level and Russian to an upper intermediate level. I have recently been accepted to teach as an undergraduate assistant to the second-year students at Pitt. I am involved in my school's culture clubs as well as their cheer squad, where you can find me cheering them on at games. My teaching ideals reflect the wishes of the student- I want to...
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...slow pace, explaining every little detail of the process, even if a single problem takes more than an hour to complete. At the same time, I am very careful not to waste the time my clients pay for or to invoice for more than I have earned. My goal is to fully prepare students for success in their courses. In addition to helping them understand problems, I try to optimize their study habits and test-taking...
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I have spent many years not only learning and studying German, but I also have much experience with language learning in general. I have many tips to help my students succeed in their language learning journey.
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...school administrator with a decade of experience helping students grow in confidence and achieve their academic goals. I specialize in linguistics, language learning, immersion, biliteracy, and special education, and I have experience teaching all subjects and all ages of learners. I love making learning fun, engaging, and personalized to each student's needs. Whether you're building foundational skills or preparing for exams, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's unlock your potential...
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...Affairs and Sociocultural Anthropology. At school, I developed a passion for education and creating environments where all students may thrive. Next fall I intend to pursue a Master's degree focused on education policy. My tutoring experience is primarily with middle and high schoolers, working together to create innovative ways of engaging with curriculum. I believe that all students can achieve their highest potential given the right skills and support. While I tutor a wide range...
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...and English language courses, I strive to build students’ confidence and make communicating in another language fun! I particularly enjoy tutoring because it allows me to tailor the session to meet students’ unique needs. When I’m not tutoring, I’m writing histories of midwifery and obstetric medicine in Bolivia, translating academic works from German to English, and learning Mandarin. You might also find me climbing rocks on Mt. Lemmon, practicing yoga, or taking very slow, very...
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...tests in the fields of History or English. Additionally, I am happy to assist with college application essays, or help college students interested in applying to law school. Having previously worked as a T.A. in philosophy, I am aware that tutoring can involve complex ideas. I therefore place a premium upon clarity and precision: difficult ideas are best understood when put in simple terms. In my free time I like to read novels, listen to...
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...in preparation for your move to a German speaking country? Or are you looking to have an experienced tutor show you the ropes of a new and exciting language? You found the perfect German tutor to get you where you want to go. Having completed a Masters in German Language and Linguistics at Kansas State University, I have taught introductory and intermediate German language and culture courses at the college level. My teaching style was...
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...the UK he whispered " I love English and will study it properly " - THAT was invaluable to me as a teacher! Thank you, dear Z., now I know- miracles happen. I perform one to one tuition, a group, personal or online teaching. Flexible schedule and individual approach. For example: I can create a crash course for skiers or bankers. I like discussing multifaceted topics , embedding a wide range of humanitarian subjects like...
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...traveled extensively in Spain and South-America, and last February I took part in an exchange program in Madrid. This was a great chance to improve my Spanish through living with a family who spoke minimal English and immersing myself in the Spanish community. The powerful reminders Madrid holds of Spain's traumatic history over the last century were evident, in landmarks such as 'El Palacio Real' and 'El Palacio de Las Cortes'. Through my visits to...
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...Helping students overcome their challenges and improve their German proficiency is something I love to do. My interest in foreign languages started in middle school, and since then I've had a lot of first-hand experience with the language-learning process. I understand that learning a new language can be uniquely intimidating, which is why I believe an important part of my job is making my students feel comfortable to challenge themselves and try new things. Besides...
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...great, inspirational teachers who influence the way I view learning today. Patience, validation, encouragement, and clear demonstration are values that I bring into my tutoring sessions. I believe that the most important thing is for the student to walk away feeling encouraged, willing to take on challenges, and feeling equipped to take on those challenges in a meaningful way. Outside of academics I love to sing, play the piano, bake, and read fiction books. My...
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I have a Ph.D. in philosophy and classical languages, and have spent most of my life in several European countries. I am happy to use my knowledge to help students who are struggling or who just want an extra boost.
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...the GRE and applying to other grad programs in that area. I have enjoyed working with and mentoring children and young adults all of my life. Throughout high school and college I spent my summers working at summer camps, with children aged 6-16. Most recently I worked at AYF Merrowvista in the summer of 2014, where I led teenagers on adventure trips throughout New England. I particularly enjoy mentoring and watching children grow into their...
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Windsor German 1 Tutoring FAQ
A first language course can be deceptively simple. As you begin to learn conversational German, it can seem as if you are merely being taught an assortment of basic vocabulary words, short phrases, and sentences. Certainly, German 1 is a far distance from the rigors of AP German, but this should not trick you into thinking that tutoring help will be superfluous for your early studies. Instead of waiting for problems to arise in later classes, provide for mastery in your German 1 class.
Contact Varsity Tutors today for help connecting with a tutor who can provide German 1 tutoring options to lay a foundation that you can rely on throughout all of your future German studies. Unlike learning the Romance languages such as French or Spanish, learning German can be quite a different and difficult affair for students whose native language is English. Although English does have a relationship to modern German, there are many aspects of German vocabulary and grammar that are not directly mirrored in English. At first this difference can seem minimal. Hence, it is tempting to ignore minor difficulties, which perhaps do not have negative effects on your grade, or at least not significant ones.
However, like all language learning, German is a cumulative affair, and a small error in the beginning of your studies can become a larger issue in more advanced classes. Personal German 1 tutoring can help you develop a rigorous program of language study from the very beginning, helping to prevent any untimely errors or frustrations in the coming years of study. Given the more complex vocabulary and grammar of German, not to mention the three genders it espouses, it is helpful to have an active partner for using the language. Instead of working through grammar by repetitive, rote monologues, you can best learn the language by having an active interlocutor who can help probe your capabilities, forcing you to use the new vocabulary, phrases, and basic grammar in an active manner that greatly facilitates mastery and memorization. Few subjects benefit from personal attention like language learning, and German 1 tutoring can help you reap the benefits of personalized one-on-one attention today, setting the foundation for continued language success in the coming years of study with their significantly increased difficulties.
German can be a very difficult language to learn. A private tutor can also be helpful by acting as a friend and mentor. They can help guide you through areas where you are struggling and help to encourage you when you feel like giving up. A private tutor is also beneficial in the sense that they allow you to work at your own pace. It is unlikely that your German teacher will slow down or speed up the pace at which they present material to accommodate individual students. Thus, if you get lost with a particular topic, it may seem impossible for you to ever catch up.
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Recent Windsor German 1 Tutoring Session Notes
Today's focus was Mandarin grammar points to prepare the student for his Chinese final. We went through grammar points that covered time, being at a location or a repeated action, as well as location direction (front, back, NSEW, etc.) He seemed comfortable studying for his other final on his own. I directed him to go over the vocabulary himself since we only had time for sentence practices.
We hadn't met in a while, so we spent the session reviewing what we covered previously, especially lesson seven. The student did fairly well. We did dictation and tried to converse in Mandarin, and I assigned him homework from his workbook. We also discussed how best to proceed.
The student did great today. He had completed most of his homework in school, so after we reviewed it he studied for his dictation test. He had some trouble with the two new words but was attentive and eager to participate in tutoring. He cooperated for writing sentences and even requested to write his own sentences. I was very impressed with his initiative. I left him with two short sentences that he helped write that he can copy as practice during the week.
In this class, we practiced the Chinese test, including listening comprehension and reading comprehension. Before practicing, we went over 80 vocabulary words. I asked the student to memorize the words and we will have a little test next class.
We went over her homework which was writing the new characters in her lesson. We put together a memory game for these characters and played the game until she could remember her new words. We watched a video of a Chinese kid's song talking about spring and the seasons.
Today we went over all colors we learned from the student's last two classes, and also we learned 4 more colors in Chinese. I brought a bunch of my family's pets' photos to show him for helping him to master the new sentence structures, like "This is a small cat" "This is a big dinosaur",etc.. We had conversations with these new sentences together. His pronunciation was surprisingly perfect! He had trouble on the word "white" and "gold". We will practice more at next class!
