...inseparable: to write is to learn to read, and vice versa. Similarly, speaking bolsters facility with language on the page, and vice versa. For several years, I was the lead Writing Tutor at Bennington College, a school renowned for its literature department. While a student at Bennington, I studied literature, music, and French. I graduated with honors, and was the commencement speaker for the class of 2011. After graduating, I ran an acting camp, and...
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...enjoy writing meaningful essays, and working on subjects of engineering such as math and physics. I also have a strong background in music, especially guitar. Additionally, having started school in special education and worked my way to an Ivy League school, I am very familiar with navigating learning disabilities and more common challenges with keeping pace in the classroom. I hope to be here to help you succeed, wherever your starting point is.
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...make, the more we are able to avoid making the same mistakes in the future. I am comfortable working with students with different goals whether it be passing a test for a high school course or if you need to prepare for travel in Latin America. Also, I am a firm believer in tailoring lessons to individual learning styles and preferences in order to help students meet their goals. In my free time, I like...
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...tests, such as the SAT and the MCAT. I recently took the MCAT and scored very high on the science sections (132 Psych, 131 Chem/Phys, 129 Bio), so I would be a good resource for MCAT material as well. In terms of tutoring experience, I am a Teaching Assistant at my university in various biology and chemistry courses. I have also taught guitar and piano lessons at my studio. I specialize in classical piano and...
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Emerson said that the secret of education is respecting the student. I have the greatest respect for that part of the human spirit that is curious and wants to learn. I find that if students feel they are listened to and heard, this allows them to feel encouraged. When they begin to understand that learning can be fun, the whole process becomes exciting and joyful. We are all curious and like to learn.
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...The Bronx. At Fordham, the Physics Department requires that all upperclassmen be available for tutoring in the classes they've succeeded in, meaning that I've tutored in several areas of Physics and Math for two consecutive years. I've also had the pleasure of tutoring my younger siblings in anything they need help with (I have a 9 yr. old sister who loves Science, and I believe I've played at least a small role in that). I...
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...College, one of the Claremont Colleges located in east Los Angeles. At Pomona I studied Cognitive Science and Psychology, played varsity basketball, and worked as a Teacher's Assistant in the Linguistics and Cognitive Science department. I've worked for Varsity Tutors since moving back to Seattle last September, and love my job. As a tutor, I specialize in teaching SAT/ACT/GRE/ISEE prep, writing, English, Spanish, math, music, and psychology. If you need help in any of these...
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...B.S. in Information Systems and a Minor in Network Administration. Aside from university, I work for the Virginia Department of Emergency Management Finance division as an Accountant. Work certainly isn't everything though! I am an avid Basketball fan, and an experienced musician. I've been a member of quite a few bands and choirs, and play 5 instruments, including voice. I love writing and literature and am very excited to be working as a tutor in...
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I have over 20 years of experience in tutoring and teaching young people. I have a Masters in Education and teach High School Geometry in Arizona. I love helping students along in their math work! Let me know how I can help!... I will first find out if the student has particular materials that they want to cover. I also will use the practice problems on the tutoring platform.... I would start off by asking a...
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...and for Mills College while pursuing my degree there. I have studied in France at the Universit Paris X Nanterre and at the Universit Paris VIII St. Denis. My professional experience is wide-ranging, and in addition to tutoring, I have taught classical guitar and ballet for many years. I am passionate about teaching and tutoring because I love meeting and connecting with new people, and each individual is unique. I tailor my approach for every...
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...film composer, music producer, audio engineer and instructor. I'm known as a teacher in giving my students the freedom to select the songs and/or pieces they love and that's because I believe passion is a vital aspect to learning. As a musician, my primary instrument is guitar (16 years), secondary is piano (11 years). I have a bachelor's degree in audio production/audio engineering and I have been writing, producing and teaching music professionally for over 12...
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...gained extensive knowledge in programming languages such as Python, Java, and SQL, and have experience in web development, data analysis, and algorithm design. In addition to programming, I have a deep appreciation for science and its fundamental concepts. From biology to physics and chemistry, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of scientific principles and their practical applications. I firmly believe that the scientific method encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are invaluable in both...
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...in elementary schools. I most enjoy working with these ages in all core academic areas. I also tutor reading, writing, and Spanish at the secondary level. Literacy skills are essential, as students need them to understand all content they are taught. Furthermore, I focus on teaching study and organization skills so students can become independent learners. I have constantly supplemented my studies with invaluable classroom and tutoring experience. During my junior year of college, I...
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Coding gives us the opportunity to create innovative solutions to today's problems. I enjoy helping students find that "Ah Ha" moment when the concepts start to become clear.
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...the young me to So Paulo to record the program "Msica brasileira" in the studios of Trama, with Joo Marcelo Bscoli, the son of the legendary Elis Regina. I recorded six albums, and have toured Europe and Latin America, and played in The Weltkulture festival in Germany in 2010, among other important european festivals .In 2016, I was elected as "Brazilian cultural ambassador" for the program "Partners of America" (Founded in 1964 by JFK) from...
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My name is Braden Brown and I am an electrical engineering student at the University of Utah. I have been working part time as a tutor at both the University of Utah and at Salt Lake Community College for about three months now. I love helping people learn and I've really enjoyed working with people of all ages to succeed in their classes.
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...I took some math classes during my time at Belmont, and enjoy finding the way to the solution of an algebra problem. I also spent a summer in France, where I was enrolled in French language classes. After this experience, I can speak at a B2 (Upper Intermediate) level in the language. Ask me if I can help you shape up your essay, understand some tricky mathematical concepts, speak a little French, or if I...
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My primary aim is to motivate and facilitate great learning for students on the path to academic success. I believe that with proper dedication and constant effort in this primary aim, I can simultaneously strengthen my abilities and career to further help more students in their scholastic endeavors.
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Learning as well as teaching mathematics and science are some of my greatest interests. The process of teaching is very enjoyable to me. I have a degree in Applied Mathematics from UCLA and currently working acquiring more skills on Data Science and Machine Learning
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I'm a language and education student fluent in French. I love writing and literature, but language is what I love to study most. I have experience teaching children, and I hope to teach English as a second language in an elementary school in the future!
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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
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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.
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