I am a classicist, with a BA from the University of Chicago, doing graduate work at Durham University. I have prior experience as a volunteer tutor in Latin, math, history, and social studies and as a private tutor in Latin, math, language arts, and history.
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...MCAT prep. Teaching is one of my passions, and I have tutored since I was in high school. I continued to tutor while at Stony Brook University where I graduated with a double major in applied math and bioinformatics/computational biology. Due to unfortunate circumstances, I need to stay home for the next few months. I do not want to stop my tutoring so here I am looking to help students virtually! Medical school has made...
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...decisions from it. I believe in making a comfortable environment for learning and actively working with a student in order for them to reach answers i believe students have the capability and positive reinforcement makes a student less afraid of the material. its about making them recognize their potential. i have seen many students who are able to answer questions with me but cannot during class again, its about making a comfortable environment. I encourage...
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...that learning should be fun and I employ active learning with questions and images to help you better understand a topic. I look forward to working with you! About me - I have a PhD in Marine Environmental Microbiology from MIT and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. My profile picture is me taking water samples in Antarctica! My Bachelor of Arts is in Biology with Minors in Spanish and Sociology from DePauw University in Indiana. I've...
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...regardless of what level and even offer services for ESL students. Every student learns differently and my goal is to find what works for the students I teach, to help them acquire the information in a way that is easily accessible to them. Learning should be FUN and I intend to make it that way. When I am not teaching, I like to travel, try new foods, go out with friends, act, sing karaoke, and...
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...biochemistry with the aspiration of attending medical school. With the God's help, that dream has been realized. I will begin medical school in August of 2018 at McGovern Medical School located at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. The experience I gained while attending Baylor taught me how to critically think, organize my study time, and learn how to study most efficiently. It is my hope to pass along the things I...
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...weren't in a financial state where they could afford a tutor for me but in some subjects, like chemistry, I definitely needed the extra help. What I couldn't get then, I'm here to give now. I pushed, and pushed myself until I got the grades that allowed me to graduate fourth in my class of over 800 students, and got me into the University of Miami, where I'm currently pre-med and majoring in Microbiology and...
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...specialized topics and more. Currently pursuing a Computer Science: Data Science degree from the University of Maryland, College Park with a minor in Statistics. I tutor various math topics and select computer science topics as well. I believe that everyone has the ability to learn anything, they just have to be taught the way they learn best. I strive to create an environment where there are no dumb questions so students are not embarrassed by...
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...major of Computer Science and while I am proficient in a broad range of subjects I love math and science the most. Before university, I was able to travel with my family to a lot of places and meet a huge variety of people because of this I love meeting new people. I love hearing about their family dynamic or their group of friends at school and exchanging funny stories along the way.
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Empowering students to define and develop strategies and skills towards reaching their learning goals. Each student processes information differently and at an individual pace. Academic standards do not always allow for those disparities, My passion is getting your students to succeed and enjoy the journey! Essay writing, reading comprehension, vocabulary for middle, high school and adult literacy students is fundamental. Allow me the opportunity to assist your student in this endeavor.
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...using different problem-solving skills and creating constructive learning environments which students can cope with. I intend to use varieties of techniques and strategies depending on the students' level and age for my lesson to be more engaging, effective and fun so much so that students can learn or gain in an optimum way which I am hoping to show you during my class when you show up in my class in the upcoming days. I...
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...me more excited and dedicated to what I do. I will be a proud graduate in December of 2022. Being able to motivate and inspire not only students, but people is what God led me to do. I am patient, resilient, humble, and kind. I believe in teaching the whole child not just the content. I know that every child is capable of success and it is my passion to make sure each child knows...
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I have had great teachers in my life that went above and beyond to help me learn, not just memorize. They were amazing role models and set me on the path to teaching. Not everyone learns the same way, our brains process differently. I love helping students find their way through the processes that teach them to learn, not just memorize.
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I am a educator with a decade of experience. I specialize in secondary education (multi subject) with an expectational ability to support students with IEPs and different learning needs. I have a passion to help students succeed academically and in life.
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...University and have been teaching visual arts in public schools for 10 years. As part of my K-12 certification I familiarized myself with a wide variety of art-making techniques from painting to sculpture. Professional Development is very important to me; I continue to take courses and gain certifications to increase my knowledge and ability to help others. I am most passionate about Art History and how we can observe the interconnections of culture and art...
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...interests vary from the arts and language to science and math. I discovered my love of teaching while working at a family science center as an Experience Programs Teacher. I have taught all ages from kindergarteners to adults in various subjects including theatre, music, art, science, math, team building, and public speaking. I am an energetic person who loves to use engaging methods to break down difficult subjects and make them easier to digest. In...
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Currently, I am addending DePaul University, and working towards a Master's in Special Education. I am a graduate of The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I received my Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences. I have 2 years of experience working with learners with disabilities, specifically K-3. Additionally, I have worked Chicago Public Schools as a Paraprofessional, working with students with intervention plans (IEP) requiring 1:1 support.
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...a passion of mine. I love it as not only do I get to help learn, but I'm also learning so much from you! As a future teacher, I want to make learning environments personal and fun. Growing up I always learned the most when teachers made lessons colorful and fun, which is something that I want to carry on. I believe that a classroom should be an environment of cohesive fun and learning. I...
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...to develop individualized plans to help individuals achieve their goals. I have had much success when applying these skills to my tutoring plans. I have also used and developed these skills further in the research I have conducted on promoting independence in adults with Autism and early intervention programs for children with Autism. My individualized interventions in both research projects resulted in increased fine motor skills in children (increasing their independence in daily cares) and...
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...my Bachelor of Science in Health Science with a minor in Biology. I continued my academic career at Georgia State University, where I matriculated with my Master's in Public Health / Epidemiology concentration in May of 2018. Since graduation, I have set up roots in Atlanta, where I was a middle school Interrelated Science teacher for four years and have been tutoring since my undergraduate days. I've tutored students K-12 in all core subjects,...
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Recent Middle School Tutoring Session Notes
We spent the majority of the time on Spanish. I brought along a book of Spanish verbs for her to copy out her current verbs. (She is a visual learner, and her textbook doesn't show full conjugation of all the required verbs.) We spent time working on exercises to review vocabulary and verb conjugation. We also began the worksheet homework for the next week (verbs with o -> ue). Current vocabulary focuses on food, movies, and outings. We reviewed the Middle East map for History and the moon cycle chart for Science. Both quizzes are scheduled for Thursday.
Today was our first session. We discussed ways to study, specifically doing math online extra homework, typing up notes for history and science, making up her own pretests, and organization in handing in materials. We also went over Math homework which included inequality problems and review of fractions.
Today, I mainly worked with Student 1 who was studying for his Religion test tomorrow. The test will focus on the Sacrament of Confirmation. To study for this, we read through the chapter and I emphasized major points and relevant pieces of information. After we had read a particular section a few times, I quizzed him on what we had read, asking him questions about the definitions and terms that we had encountered. He has a very good memory; he catches on very quickly and is able to retain detailed information about what has been read. At the end of the session, we completed the study questions for the chapter and I asked him more questions in order to further reinforce what he was learning in that chapter. I also looked over Student 2's math homework which he had already completed. He had to use a distance/time equation to find a variable, fill out a table, and plot a graph. All this he had done correctly and neatly.
Today the student and I went over her major assignments this week. We planned out which nights she would study for specific tests. She had a few assignments to complete for each class, so we went through them together. I asked her to explain to me how she would revisit the information before the quizzes or tests this week. She did well remembering how to study for math and English, but did not remember the best way to study for French. I reminded her of important study techniques for foreign languages - like flashcards and re-writing sentences or conjugations. Her grades are up this semester, and I think she has a lot more discipline and dedication to her studies.
Brief Review of 5 paragraph essays. Review of this week's reading assignment; the student is current on reading. We still need to review. Spanish - the student should bring home worksheets, etc. this Friday. Language Arts - the student should bring home worksheets, etc. this Friday. Flash Cards - reviewed 20 SAT vocabulary flashcards and gave to the student for daily homework; treat on Monday if she knows all by heart by next week. The student's homework: memorize all Amendments to the Constitution, memorize Statue of Liberty poem, know 20 SAT vocabulary cards by next Monday, and write an essay.
Tonight, we talked about and studied language arts. Specifically, we discussed cause and effect in writing, as well as recognizing purpose and genre in a work (entertainment, informative, persuasive, etc.).
