...understanding and curiosity. Whether guiding students through challenging coursework or preparing them for standardized tests, I strive to create a supportive environment where they feel empowered to succeed. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading classic literature, hiking, and playing the guitar, which help me stay well-rounded and bring fresh perspectives into my teaching. I am committed to making learning both accessible and enjoyable, and I look forward to helping students unlock their full potential.
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...the most important thing in teaching is to frame the problem in a way that the student can understand what the bigger questions are, and to create their own frameworks to address issues without outside assistance. I also believe in encouraging consistent and efficient study habits so that students know how to study most effectively. Outside of work, I love to ballroom dance and explore the food scene in New York City.
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...building the confidence to tackle tough questions. I like to start with what you already know and build from there, making sure you have a strong foundation before moving into more complex topics. I'll bring in real-life examples, encourage critical thinking, and help sharpen your reading and analytical skills. These are essential to your success on exam day. Most importantly, I want you to feel supported. This is a judgment-free zone where your feedback, concerns,...
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...fans, you name it!), I love to cook, I'm a total computer geek, and I'm an avid jazz drummer. Of course, I enjoy teaching, too, and have tutored in a variety of subjects before. I like sharing my experience and helping others become better in those areas in which I am skilled, including speaking, writing, editing, analysis, argumentation, and critical thinking. As an English major I learned to apply those skills to literary analysis, and...
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...return until my early 20's. However, upon returning, I hit the ground running and never looked back. After graduating from Creighton Law, I received my Divorce Mediator certification, attended both the State and Federal Tax schools offered through the State of Iowa, and passed my Securities Industry Essentials examinations. I am a lifelong learner and am dedicated to being the best student, teacher, and mentor. I'm a father to three boys, and teaching my sons...
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...on what I've learned! Paying it forward, so to speak. I have experience tutoring children and adults. I have taken and passed the bar exam. I have vast experience with writing and editing. I'm also a mom of three, so I understand what it takes to maximize your time. I can be your biggest cheerleader while being your fiercest accountability partner. If this sounds like a good match for you, I look forward to working...
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...interesting and highly learnable. I balance friendly encouragement with a rigorous approach, and strive to help students develop confidence and a sense of mastery. I believe the best way to improve on the LSAT is by working with real test questions through a mix of untimed sections and timed practice tests. We can work together to set up a study plan so that you can get the most out of your study time and use...
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I love learning, teaching, and growing. Creating good foundational study habits and honing key skills like the ability to synthesize an original conclusion will serve students of all ages for the rest of their lives. I want to give you as much help as you need because, whether or not you believe it, you CAN do it.
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Hi there, I am currently a 2L at Harvard Law School. Before coming into law school, I invested tons of time preparing for the LSAT and know how helpful some outside guidance can be in the process. I am thrilled to pass along the strategies that I found most successful in preparing for and taking the exam and answer any other questions you may have about law school!
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...big picture, not just rote memorization. My students will not only be better prepared for their classes and exams, but will gain skills and strategies they can apply in their future studies. When not tutoring,I am an avid football fan (Patriots, Texans and Longhorns) and musician. I enjoy photography, squash, and volunteering as well. On the weekends I enjoy traveling and enjoying nature, including horse back riding and traveling to Galveston to go deep sea...
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...separate nonprofits in Baltimore City. In these roles, I mentored students through the college admissions process, supported academic development, and designed workshops that promote equity and success. With a personal LSAT score of 171 and a commitment to helping others achieve top-tier results, I specialize in LSAT prepparticularly Logical Reasoning and Reading Comprehensionas well as admissions coaching for law school and undergraduate applicants. My approach is student-centered, encouraging, and rooted in proven strategies that build...
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...that every student no matter their age, level or need, can succeed. My teaching and tutoring ability spans a plethora of subsets within subjects including English, Social Sciences, Math, Science, ESL and Language Acquisition, Test Preparation and Certificate Exam Training at all grade and age levels. Including but not limited to entrance exams, graduate and post-graduate exams and certifications, SAT, PSAT, GED, ISEE, SSAT, CSET, Praxis, GMAT, LSAT, HSPT, SHSAT, GRE, Grade Level State Specific...
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...I do learning! I am typically engulfing myself into various trainings or educational classes to continue to learn the most I can. I have been teaching for over 20 years and truly value the opportunity to touch the lives of others through the development of a program to help them thrive in areas they may be struggling with! I believe in building a positive relationship and a collaborative approach when it comes to developing skills...
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...My name is Ellis McKennie and I am excited for the opportunity to be a tutor with Varsity Tutors! I am a former college football player at the University of Maryland. I recently graduated from law school and live in Washington, DC where I work as an attorney for a big law firm. I am excited to have the opportunity to tutor students in areas where I have had a great deal of experience and...
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...language and writing, putting words together like puzzle pieces to convey information or to inspire an emotion. I love grammar and etymology, discovering the history of irregular verbs, and helping others to edit their work to develop crisp, meaningful prose. I have three sons -- a preschooler and a set of twins -- and my husband is a geneticist at Penn State. I enjoy sci-fi and mystery novels, Netflix binges, and true crime podcasts. My...
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Yaseen is currently a third-year law student at Washington University School of Law. He scored in the 99th percentile on the LSAT and he has substantial experience teaching test preparation. Yaseen works closely with his students to develop personalized and effective study plans. He graduated from Grinnell College and Bronx Science.
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...Composition, writing for elementary, middle, and high school levels, and LSAT Prep (personally scoring a 171) My teaching philosophy centers on connecting with students through engaging discussions and personalized feedback, allowing them to express their unique voices in writing. I am motivated by the transformative power of education and take pride in helping students achieve their academic goals. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading and exploring philosophical texts, which continually enrich my approach to teaching.
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...an "a-ha!" moment. In 2010, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with my Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Gender and Women???s Studies, so I understand the importance of promoting mathematical literacy in groups who are traditionally underrepresented in the STEM fields. Through my roles as a teaching assistant and peer mathematics tutor, elementary ESL teacher in France, AmeriCorps Service Learning and Mentoring Specialist, and community college tutor, I have followed my passion for helping others...
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I went to college at the University of South Carolina and am now a licensed attorney working on the Hill. I believe that with the right combination of practice and confidence, any student can reach their goals. ... I believe that the most important part of academic success is excitement and enthusiasm to tackle the material. It doesn't develop overnight, but with steady practice a student will be ready to reach their goals.... During a typical...
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I am currently a senior at the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in Government and Economics. I have done lots of academic tutoring throughout my student career, but upon completing LSAT preparation for myself, I feel prepared to tutor others as well. However, I also tutor in other subjects. I believe that studying can be fun and easy, when an expert tutor can explain complex ideas in simple terms.
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Receive personally tailored LSAT Essay Section 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.
LSAT Essay Section Tutoring FAQ
The decision to apply to law school requires numerous hours of preparation, studying, hard work, and dedication. This leap can be overwhelming and exciting, but also frustrating. Among the many skills and tasks you will need to accomplish, one of the most important is reviewing for and taking the Law School Admission Test. Even if you feel confident in the reasoning skills and analytical abilities that are tested on the exam, it is not uncommon for students to remain apprehensive about the LSAT Writing SLE, a test of expression, or essay section. Composing a compelling essay in the format of the LSAT prompt, within the limited time available, poses a unique challenge to many test-takers. However, you are not on your own. If you find yourself struggling to bolster your writing skills, an LSAT Essay tutor may help tremendously.
Experienced tutors have the tools and expertise to help you enter your exam with confidence. Whether you would like to restructure your ideas or put them to paper in a timelier manner, your tutor can build an individualized study plan to meet your unique objectives. One-on-one LSAT tutoring allows you to progress at your own pace, ensuring a thorough mastery of the necessary skills and a strategic attack on your weakest areas. Instead of asking students to write on a given subject, the LSAT Essay prompt involves a specific scenario. Test-takers are given a mere 35 minutes to respond to the prompt and address the scenario at hand. The LSAT Essay section is used to evaluate students' abilities in organizing a compelling argument using reliable logic and clearly expressed thoughts. Law schools look for a simple argument that is presented in a clear and compelling way.
Although your essay will not be formally scored, schools utilize the essay section to develop a sense of your writing skills. In the field of law, communication skills are absolutely essential in order to achieve success. A subpar essay on the LSAT can be a red flag to universities that an applicant is not adequately prepared for the rigors of law school. Despite its importance, the LSAT Essay section can pose a conundrum for students attempting to prepare. Objective self-evaluation is extremely difficult when critiquing an essay, and you can easily overlook logical fallacies and errors in reasoning when revisiting your own writing. Working with an instructor provides you with a partner to help review your skills. Private LSAT tutoring can focus on helping you structure your essay, remind you of common pitfalls, and prepare you to write concisely and clearly in a short period of time. You can expect your sessions to be productive, enriching, and easy to follow. Tutors will also steer clear of repeating or going over any material that you have previously learned and mastered. Instead, the focus of each session will be on covering the concepts you are struggling with.
A personal instructor can also provide you with the confidence, time management, and writing skills you will need for the LSAT Essay section. Each tutoring lesson is tailored to your learning style and goals, allowing you and your private tutor to focus on your individual growth and success. Flexible scheduling also means you can fit lessons into your already busy life. Should you need a session on a particular day or time of day, your tutor will accommodate you. Face-to-face online instruction is also available upon request, and has been proven to be just as effectual as in-person instruction. Contact the educational directors at Varsity Tutors today for more information about connecting with the perfect independent LSAT Essay tutor for you!
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Recent LSAT Essay Section Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I practiced a analytical reasoning and logic games section. We attempted to increase his accuracy in logic games and his ability to pick out details on certain types of logical reasoning questions.
Today the student finished going over the three main types of logic games. We started going over the final grouping games that the student had worked on without me. We worked on another game together just to solidify how to do these games and how to pick up on inferences. We then started on grouping/linear combination games. The student did very well so we moved on to sequencing games. We did a drill practicing how to set up these kinds of games, and then moved on to some games themselves.
We went over a practice test that the student had completed prior to the session. We also did various logic games together, and we reviewed the tips for various types of logical reasoning questions.
Today we worked predominantly on logic games. This was our last session before their test. They seem prepared overall. Their timing is good and so is their accuracy. At this point, it will depend on the difficulty of the test and the curve.
Provided an overview of the LSAT sections, including time management advice. Administered a mini LSAT exam to highlight strengths and weaknesses. Student progressed with her understanding of Logic Games section.
This was our first session together. We went over a number of questions in a logical reasoning section that the student had worked on previously, and then proceeded to practice on a fresh set of logic games. We also began to discuss the broad strokes of a study schedule for the next two months.
