...doctor during my academic career, I recently decided that I instead want to pursue a law degree. As a tutor, I strive to be relatable and animated (funny, when possible) with my students, and I draw from my experience teaching an SAT prep course in order to be an engaging presenter of the material. I have a strong background in many academic subjects and my interests are numerous and varied, including neuroethics and neurolaw, pharmacology,...
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...Engineering, Science, Literacy and Language, but also Fine and Creative Arts along with Robotics and Coding. My teaching philosophy emphasizes a student-centered approach, where I meet learners at their individual levels and foster their curiosity through interactive activities. I strive to build confidence and critical thinking skill0s, ensuring that even complex topics become accessible and relevant. Beyond tutoring, I am an avid artist and maker, which inspires me to integrate creativity into my lessons, encouraging...
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...am excited to meet you and work with your student. A little bit about me: - I was raised in Paradise Valley, Arizona with my two brothers (one older, one younger) - I graduated from Princeton University in 2014 with a degree in History of Science and Global Health Policy - I tutored throughout high school and college, working with students elementary - high school on general homework help and exam prep. In college, I...
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...in Philosophy at Georgia State University expected to graduate Spring 2013. I have experience tutoring Latin, Philosophy, and Math to both College and High School age students and am currently an instructor of Philosophy 1010 at Georgia State. I am able to tutor a wide range of subjects, but I would say that my favorites are Latin, Philosophy, Math and European History all of which I am passionate about. My tutoring style is to teach...
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Hello! I am currently a 4th grade teacher, specializing in Reading and Writing. I have also taught 2nd and 3rd grade in all content areas. I have been the grade-level chairperson at my last two school placements, and led my team to achieve skyrocketing scores on our state standardized testing! I have middle school endorsements as well, and have helped adults compose essays. I look forward to helping you succeed!... I would use tutoring time to...
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I am a recent graduate of Centenary University. In college, I have tutored students in Math as well as Education classes. I have tutored various middle school subjects as well such as math, reading, science, and social studies. I have certifications to teach Kindergarten-Fifth grade (K-5), and Special Education certified.
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Behind ever dedicated teacher is a dedicated student. I am a life-long learner. Life-long learning is absolutely necessary in order to keep up with the ever changing society we live in. It is my personal mission to take advantage of trainings and learning the latest teaching techniques, ideas, laws, polices and procedures to stay current in my profession in order to help my students learn to the fullest. ... Behind every dedicated teacher is a dedicated...
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...I am committed to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. With a passion for inspiring students to reach their full potential, I bring creativity and adaptability to the classroom. My goal is to cultivate a love for learning, instill critical thinking skills, and empower students to become lifelong learners. Through effective communication and collaboration, I aim to contribute to the growth and success of both my students and the school community.
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...and English Language Arts (which includes reading, writing, literature, and speech). I'm currently practicing my fifth year of teaching in the public school sector. In my experience, I've tutored a variety of students which include, but not limited to AP students, gifted and talented, on level, special education, students with learning disabilities, and ESL students. I focus specifically on English Language Arts and literature which includes reading comprehension, reading fluency, writing (all styles) techniques, analysis,...
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...explain the world around us in the simplest language to my young children. I enjoy the questions they ask when their concepts of how things work are just forming. I try to encourage the students I tutor to ask "why?" and give them the confidence to undertake their own independent research. I enjoy spending time in the great outdoors that the Pacific Northwest offers; I also love reading, singing, playing netball, and spending time with...
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...into their first-choice schools. Conversely, with my younger students with learning disabilities, I have helped them remarkably improve their grades at competitive private schools in Manhattan while reigniting that spark which allows them to enjoy learning once again. I am a firm proponent of education believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students while also showing them that going...
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...pursuing a career as an actor, but am thrilled to continue to flex my intellectual side and share my passion for learning with the next generation. In college, I studied Cognitive Science, not so much as a fallback career, but because I am fascinated by the subject. I succeeded in getting into Northwestern without the aid of any academic tutors or test prep classes. As such, I am confident in my standardized test-taking abilities, and...
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...learners of all ages for the rigors of our fast-paced, communication-based society. The internet has largely replaced libraries with lightning-speed delivery of information. I ride this speed wave with my passion for knowledge and self-mastery, a passion that I strive to instill in my students, whether they are taking a standardized test, writing an academic essay, trying to improve their grades, or simply attempting to increase their skill level in a particular subject. Improving one's...
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...students like you. My Philosophy of Education: Education is the saving grace of society and humanity. It is both an institution and personal undertaking that rewards us for a lifetime and manipulates posterity. Therefore, part of my role as an educator is to help students and families understand the unique and powerful potential of change that a dynamic quality education can make in the formation of great people and future leaders of our world. Within...
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...a bachelors in Literature and Cultural Studies. My tutoring experience, however, dates back to my second year of high school, when I began working with students in younger grades after school in all subjects. I hope to continue tutoring in all areas and soon work toward my masters degree in Literature, not only for the enjoyment of broadening my own knowledge, but so that I may help high school students earn college credit early. Currently,...
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...public elementary school, where I have taught 4th grade, 5th grade, and title I preschool. I have also tutored students after school in both reading and math. I am a firm believer that the teacher’s role in the classroom is to be the facilitator who guides their students to learn by exploring for themselves, because children learn much more by doing and being active than by listening and being inactive. I also believe that my...
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...school teacher, I spend time with my students during an important phase in life. They are developing a zest for learning, ability to effectively communicate, integrated motor skills, and figuring out how to navigate the world with confidence. It's a fascinating journey of self-discovery. I have the privilege of helping them become better readers, analytical thinkers, and competent writers. To facilitate academic success, I learn who my students are, discern how they need support, and...
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...and Reading, Grammar and Mechanics, English, Biology, Anatomy, Physiology. My favorite of these would have to be in the sciences and test prep. When I study, I like to have a little fun by making up mnemonics or drawing pictures and charts to help me understand the bigger picture and where each detail of information falls into it. However, everyone learns differently, so my philosophy is to adapt to whichever method a student needs to...
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...online and also online group classrooms. My teaching style is patient but also energetic. My teaching skills are, 'error correction, student encouragement and student output.' And my strengths are, 'conversation practice and pronunciation correction.' I have also taught all ages from 3-63! The responsibility of teaching is something that I take very serious while also fostering an environment where learning is fun and educational. I put huge emphasis on praise and rewards because, 'When a...
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I am a multi-level, multi-subject educator offering 8+ years experience in instruction; consistent performance record and excellent reviews; and innovative instructional methods to maximize student understanding and performance across various learning styles, abilities, and interests. It is my pleasure to educate through Varsity Tutors.... My philosophy in education is that all students are smart. It is my job as an educator to meet each student where they are and to guide them in the achievement of...
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ISEE- Lower Level Tutoring FAQ
The Independent School Entrance Exam (or ISEE) is an accurate and widely accepted assessment available in Lower, Middle, and Upper levels. All forms of the exam include multiple-choice questions and a writing assignment. The number of questions and the amount of time a child has to finish the test varies by level. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an experienced tutor who can help your child with all areas of the ISEE Lower Level exam.
The ISEE Lower Level is for students who are entering fifth or sixth grade. Your child will have two hours and 20 minutes to complete the exam. The test itself is made up of five different sections, including Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics Achievement, and the essay.
The Verbal Reasoning portion of the exam is broken down into two types of questions: sentence completion and synonyms. Both are designed to test your child's vocabulary knowledge and ability to reason. There are 34 questions in this section of the test, and students have 20 minutes to complete it. Your child's ISEE Lower Level tutor can work with your child to determine if his or her verbal reasoning skills are at or above grade level. If they are not, your child's tutor may use flashcards or word games to improve his or her ability in this area.
The Quantitative Reasoning portion of the exam has 38 questions that students must answer in 35 minutes. The specific mathematical concepts that are tested are designed to determine your child's understanding of math and problem-solving. It does not assess the amount of math he or she has learned, but instead how well he or she is able to think in a mathematical context. To help improve your child's score in this area, your tutor will help him or her with test-taking strategies such as reading questions carefully and identifying exactly what information is being asked for, along with crossing out information that is irrelevant.
The Reading Comprehension and Mathematics Achievement portions of the exam measure your child's ability to correctly answer grade-level appropriate curriculum-based concepts. The Reading Comprehension section has 25 questions, and students are given 25 minutes to answer them. The Mathematics Achievement section has 30 questions, which students have 30 minutes to answer. Your child's tutor can work with him or her to develop reading strategies and proficiency in mathematical operations in preparation for the test.
The final portion of the test is an essay question. Your child will be given a writing prompt that is appropriate for his or her grade level. ISEE does not score this portion of the test; it is sent to the designated school(s) along with the scores for the rest of the exam. Your child's personal tutor can work with him or her to develop writing strategies and the ability to quickly and concisely write responses.
The Varsity Tutors live learning platform enables you to schedule your child's private ISEE Lower Level tutoring session at a time and place that's most convenient for your schedule. Sessions can be held in a virtual environment or in person. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an expert ISEE Lower Level tutor who is able to work with your child. To get started, contact Varsity Tutors today.
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Recent ISEE- Lower Level Tutoring Session Notes
Today we continued where we left off after skipping our session last week. The student's score on the practice test was great. His only real avenue for improvement is the vocab and essay sections of the test. Today we primarily worked on the essay portion. I decided to work on some prompts together in session. I want to get him to a point where he feels utterly comfortable and actually has fun with the essay. For homework I assigned one essay.
The student has shown how bright he is, so we are working on the best strategies for him to avoid making simple mistakes and how to go from "educated guess" to undoubtedly correct answers. Each section is very solid right now so it is just a case of building on a solid foundation and having him be prepared for anything that might get thrown his way.
Today we worked on sentence completions, synonyms and reading comprehension. The student is doing well practicing these sections of the test and we are continuing to work on learning new vocab words. We also started working on finding percentages of numbers and he is doing very well with this concept.
The student and I spent our time going over some concepts from the quantitative section of the test. He was very strong in his recollection of simplifying fractions. We built on this to go over ratios and proportions, which he picked up very quickly. We also discussed measures of central tendency. He needed a reminder about the formula for mean, but after this, he had no trouble finding mean, median, mode, or range. We finished by looking at some simple algebra problems and went over ways to solve these by substitution or estimation on the actual test. Next time we meet, we'll go into more detail about algebraic word problems and will reintroduce the verbal section.
This was my first session with this student, and I thought it went very well and ended up being even more productive than I had hoped for. Initially, my plan was to simply introduce him to the concepts, format and overall structure of the test so as to open his mind up to what sort of things he was going to be dealing with. After explaining the five sections and essay portion of the test, and what will be expected for each of them, I decided I could go ahead and go through some sample questions from each section with him. It gave him a clear snapshot of what the exam questions will look like, and he was very receptive to the information and took it in very well. We went through each question and I explained the answer and the reasoning behind it in detail so that he could see why the test material is the way that it is, in a sense.
I also had the student write a paragraph or two -- just about what his favorite thing he did over the summer was -- to gauge how he writes and see some of the areas he may need more attention with. I also spent some time asking him what are his strengths and what are his weaknesses to see what he said with regards to that. We discussed how to proceed best and what he would need support in with respect to any subject/ curriculum/ test-taking areas. I look forward to subsequent sessions with this student. He takes in information very well, so next week I feel I can begin assigning more practice work and doing more practice tests.
We went over basic math and algebraic concepts. We went through fractions, decimals, multiplication, addition, and subtraction. I look forward to our next lesson. We will review any homework given and move on to the next portion to assess his skills in the next category.
