...strengths, challenges, and learning styles. I am passionate about empowering students to unlock their full potential and achieve academic success. Whether it's clarifying complex concepts, providing guidance on study skills, or offering encouragement and support, I am committed to tailoring my approach to meet the individual needs of each student. Through personalized instruction, interactive learning activities, and a nurturing learning environment, I aim to inspire confidence, foster curiosity, and instill a lifelong love of learning...
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...chemistry, physics, algebra at high school levels and calculus 1,2 and high school English. My favourite subject to tutor is psychology because I have spent 6 years of my life studying it. My theory of teaching is inspired by Carl Rogers's person-centre approach and informed by Jean Piaget's cognitive development stages and Vygotsky's theory of scaffolding. I value what makes everyone unique by helping them set realistic goals and "jump and catch the peach on...
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I am a patient and passionate educator that believes any student can reach their full potential with the right guidance and practice. After graduating high school as an Ontario Academic Scholar, I pursued my bachelor's degree in sociology at Queen's University. Over my four years at Queen's, I...
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...Japanese, I'm your guy. I would say I'm best suited to help you learn; general science, chemistry, biology, psychology, music, math, Japanese, and history. I've had the opportunity to teach through Let's Talk Science, where I led engaging, hands-on lessons designed to make science accessible and exciting for students of all ages. I aim to bring that same energy and creativity to every tutoring session. My academic interests lie in educational psychology, and I'm currently...
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...a children's author as well as a professional musician and puppeteer for kids with a book & CD for sale on Amazon called EMOTIONS Book & CD. Please know my parents were both teachers! I was born, raised and grew up in an educational environment. My teaching style is informal but strict. I like you to feel comfortable but not lazy so you can really improve! Just the right balance of experience and practice suited...
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...towards my application for a degree in education, and I am grateful for this opportunity to develop more classroom experience with Varsity Tutors. I would describe my tutoring style as an amalgamation of discussion, inquiry, and instruction. I do firmly believe that any tutoring relationship should be a combined effort between tutor and student to conquer goals and achieve understanding. Outside of academics, I am a fan of music, as I play the Guitar, Tenor...
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...to overcome a challenge. Do you want to write a term paper? Great! Do you want to learn how to use a semi-colon? Let's do it! I'm on your side. With every lesson, I meet students where they are and together we tailor our lessons to fit their skills, interests, and needs. By approaching lessons collaboratively, we create an environment that emphasizes progress over perfection and uses their existing strengths to build new skills.
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...experience teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL) in Japan, since then I taught a Communications course at Mohawk College, and worked for a private language school here in Canada. I also worked as an Early Childhood Educator (Preschool Teacher). Back in 2007, I was a guitar instructor. I got my degree in Arts (Music) at University of Guelph. After that, I got certified to Teach English as a Second Language. More recently, I got...
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...Dubai (U.A.E.), Toronto, and Regina (Canada). I have been teaching online since 2019. While I tutor classes that deal with the improvement of one's control and Mastery of the English Language & Physical Presence, I also specialize in "Cognitive Communication"; i.e. a simple and psychological approach to Communication & Performance, which is rooted in Theatre technique, and Storytelling. We are a community of peoples, sharing our gifts and selves; my own continued wish and work...
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Francais/English, de Montreal. I will make sure you pass with flying colors. I have over 5 years of tutoring experience, currently studying Biomedical Engineering with a background in Biochemistry.
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...I am dedicated to meeting students where they are and helping them learn in a way that works for them. I am a second year Carleton university student double majoring in history and music. I have taught as a teaching assistant for high school students, and as a one on one tutor for a verity of age groups. I teach European history, North American history, Music theory, music (guitar, bass, and ukulele.), creative writing, reading...
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Hey! I am Zubayer! A good way to pronounce is zoo-bear. I am a third year at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver pursuing a BA in Economics and Mathematics . I also am a senior editor at the Iona Journal at the Vancouver School of Economics. I love the study of economics and math and want to share my knowledge and help you with in subjects.
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...adaptor and director of dubbed content for clients such as DreamWorks, Lionsgate, and Netflix among others. I am thoroughly convinced that by teaching one acquires valuable knowledge. I am really excited to share what I have learned so far. My major field of interest is music production, music theory, and ear training. I play guitar, piano and violin, but if someone gives me the chance, I will play whatever is available. I have worked as...
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...independent singer/songwriter, often creating music for theater projects both on and off campus. In addition to my sessions through Varsity Tutors, I am currently a peer tutor at the NYUAD writing center, where I work with students from a range of academic disciplines and participate in weekly pedagogical training. Through this work, I have developed a passion for helping students identify and improve their communication skills. One of my favorite parts of tutoring is when...
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...fill those gaps. For true mastery of a subject or field, I believe that having a teacher to take the time and effort with a student towards detailed learning can only, in time, prove beneficial in the grander understanding of a given topic. Every student (everyone, truly, for are we not all students?), in varying degrees of severity, learns differently, takes in the world around them differently, and manifests that information differently. No one teaching...
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...I know very well how we all need a little help with some subjects and tests, and I would be more than happy to help! Some of my favorite subjects in school included math and physics, and I relish in work that requires an even mix of critical thinking and problem solving. When I'm not at school, work, or tutoring I love to play guitar, harmonica, and piano. Longboarding and wakeboarding are some of my...
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...doctorate from Yale University and am an active musician, teacher, and writer. My professional experience includes: private tuition, tutoring, schoolteaching, and university lectures. I believe teaching can be both creative and effective, which I achieve by applying personally tailored lessons, varied approaches, and professional methods. My teaching aims to meet the individual needs of each student through carefully structured lessons that establish strong foundations and encourages a dialogue of mutual engagement and continued understanding.... Listen, absorb,...
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...a top student. I've been tutoring for over 4 years now and in that time, I've learned a ton of effective teaching methods. I've also learned many that don't work at all - we will skip those. My goal is to have you learn as much as possible, as efficiently as possible, while having as much fun as possible. Whether you want to explore subject fundamentals or just improve your SAT score, I'm your guy!
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As a tutor, I would like to foster not only mastery of individual subjects, but a strengthened approach to academia in general. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy playing and writing music on the guitar, watching movies, playing basketball with my friends, and hanging out with my animals.
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...that mistake!". The teacher tries to hear what the student wants and then figures what to work on in order to get there. I've 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...
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Receive personally tailored Guitar lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.
Guitar Tutoring FAQ
Learning to play guitar is a fairly fluid process but there are many things to learn. A guitar tutor must find what level the student is at and understand the type of guitar playing they are most interested in. Varsity Tutors can connect you with a guitar tutor who can provide a proper amount of practice and help you work on improving your technique and abilities.
Guitar tutoring can focus on many topics, including:
The parts of a guitar
Holding a guitar properly
Fretboard notes
Chords
Scales
Solos
Improvising
Rhythm
Learning the guitar can be very exciting, but requires a lot of practice. You must follow through with activities even when not with your tutor, but a tutor can be not just a teacher but also someone to play along with. Lessons can first be organized around explaining the parts of the guitar, so you understand what the fretboard, sound hole, tuners, and saddle do. Beginning in standard tuning, your tutor can show you the notes on each string and how to identify them as you play and move from fret to fret and string to string.
If you are ready to work with chords, your tutor may structure lessons around open chords or power chords. They can move on to barre chords if you're ready. When it comes to guitar tutoring, there are many levels of learning, and a tutor can move through them depending on your pace and style of learning. You can receive help with soloing along with various techniques such as bends and alternate picking.
Improvisation and song creation are a big part of being a guitar player. Your tutor can provide invaluable practice and suggestions in terms of rhythm, strumming, and picking. Whatever you're learning, there's not usually an obvious way to teach guitar. That's why a personal tutor can be so beneficial. Individualized help can focus on the topics you need the most work in, and on developing the confidence to continue moving forward.
There are different types of guitar lessons. They may be text, graphical, or video based. Guitar tutoring can be a flexible and exciting experience. If you're fascinated and motivated, Varsity Tutors can connect you with a qualified instructor so your search for "guitar tutoring near me" is complete. We can also set you up on a Live Learning Platform, so you can use a mobile device to conduct digital study sessions. To learn more, contact us today!
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