I am a graduate of South Carolina State University. I received my Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education (K-8th grade- all middle school subjects). I hold a certification in general education, advance (gifted) learners, and ESL. My research identity is in effective learning strategies for at-risk learners with deficits in reading comprehension, math, and non-verbal learners. I enjoy planning goals and objectives to align with the learner's needs and providing data-driven instructions.
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My name is Oliver. I'm a current student at Northwestern University and standardized test tutor. I've been tutoring for the past 3 years and have helped many students score well on the SAT, ACT, PSAT, and similar exams. I am also fluent in French.
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Can also tutor:PSAT, SAT, ACT and 22 more subjects.
...unique needs, making even the most challenging subjects approachable and engaging. I pride myself on creating a supportive, interactive environment where students feel empowered to ask questions, embrace challenges, and celebrate their progress. Beyond academic success, I focus on fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning skills, equipping students for future endeavors. Whether you're aiming to ace a test, master a new concept, or grow as a learner, I'm here to guide you every step of...
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...am a rising junior at the University of St Andrews. I am working towards a Bachelor of Arts in English and International Relations. While I am interested in a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and Literature. I am a firm believer in the power of education, and believe that it can be simple to make learning fun. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, traveling, and seeing my friends and...
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...set of problem-solving and communication skills to tutor learners in a broad range of subjects, Philosophy, English, Psychology and History are my preferred areas of study. Tutoring is incredibly important to me because knowledge is power, and I love empowering others as they pursue their dreams. I particularly enjoy tutoring Philosophy because it allows students to develop thinking skills that can be applied to other subjects. I have an extensive background in individualized instruction gleaned...
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...a reserved problem solver with the aim of adding knowledge to an ever willing student for the sole aim of success. I obtained my bachelors degree in mechanical engineering some years back and recently completed my masters degree in the same field. I have worked with students between grade 4 to college standing in the past. I'm proficient in math, physics, and science generally. I love tutoring math, it gives me a sense of purpose...
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Can also tutor:CLEP, GED, ACT and 158 more subjects.
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Covenant University - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
...students feel the same way. Or at the very least, I want them to feel confident in their knowledge of a subject. I got my high school diploma from Choate Rosemary Hall, a top-ranked private school, and I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in English and Classics. I am available for tutoring in most levels of English, which also happens to be my favorite subject to talk about. I love stories and language, so it's...
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Can also tutor:HSPT, TACHS, ACT and 19 more subjects.
...always had a love for teaching so I have taken this time to pursue one of my passions. I have prior experience teaching one on one at the elementary school level. This experience has allowed me to navigate online teaching. My main focus as a tutor is to keep the student engaged and focused using our online platform. I really enjoy working with students of all ages. My philosophy is that we need to encourage...
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...that effective communication will be seamless during our sessions. My professional journey has taken me from the vibrant tech hubs of Buffalo, New York, to the bustling streets of Tokyo, Japan, enriching me with diverse experiences that enhance my teaching approach. In addition, I'm gearing up to launch a startup in Tokyo next year, and I'm happy to share insights about this exciting venture should you be interested. My primary aim is to provide high-quality...
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...an enthusiastic and dedicated educator, 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...
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...sana in corpore sano is a Latin phrase, usually translated as "a healthy mind in a healthy body". The phrase is widely used in sporting and educational contexts to express the theory that physical exercise is an important or essential part of mental and psychological well-being. Wikipedia All this to say my picture reflects my newly rediscovered health kick to go with my love of teaching and learning. I've been told I'm a natural student....
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As an experienced tutor, my passion lies in helping students unlock their full potential and achieve academic success. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, I strive to tailor my approach to meet the unique needs and learning styles of each student. Through personalized instruction, I aim to instill confidence, critical thinking skills, and a love for learning that extends beyond the classroom.
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I am 46 years old, and I am committed to helping myself and others to understand the world. I love music, and I love words. People are pretty great, too.
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...am a teacher and love to learn. I have two degrees in science and psychology and theology. I was a teacher for 20 years and taught a wide variety of subjects, and have always been an avid reader. I am really good at a lot of subjects because I love to learn, such as science, history, english, psychology, exc. I can tutor just about anything. I am excited to meet you and look forward to...
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...would be very happy to share what I know with others. I have never met a pattern that cannot be improved upon! My teaching style is always affirmative. I believe in praise and encouragement when earned and frequent doses of humor whenever appropriate and possible as it breaks down barriers to learning. I bring intelligence, knowledge, energy, humor, great communication skills, lots of experience, dependability, responsibility and a passion for learning to my work.... I'm listening!...
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...am deeply passionate about teaching because it allows me to impact the next generation positively. In my classroom, I strive to create an engaging environment where all students feel heard and valued. My approach involves interactive discussions and tailored feedback, which helps students develop their critical thinking and express their ideas confidently. I enjoy adapting to the diverse needs of each student, making learning both enjoyable and effective. Joining Varsity Tutors is a thrilling opportunity...
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...executive, educator, leader, motivator, mentor, transformational speaker, author, and business owner. These experiences have given me a wealth of knowledge and practical insights that I am eager to share with you. My academic background, including a Ph.D. and MBA, combined with my experience in Mental Health Counseling, uniquely positions me to provide well-rounded, effective educational and developmental support tailored specifically to your needs. I view learning as a lifelong adventure, and I am committed to...
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Can also tutor:CogAT, SAT, ISEE and 216 more subjects.
...opportunity to interact with a lot of bright, hard-working students. I had never tutored or taught before, so I read lots of study guides and picked out suggestions and tactics that made sense to me. I look for multiple ways to illustrate concepts because everyone understands information differently. My work with students is based on my experience, what I have studied, and feedback from my students. I think that tackling a problem directly is usually...
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...Hanya Yanagihara, and Donna Tartt. I recently graduated from New York University with degrees in global public health and sociology, as well as a minor in Media, Culture, and Communications. I hope to continue my academic career in law school either this fall or in 2022 (if I can get in, so can you!) I am originally from Texas, where I attended a small private school that taught the classical curriculum. Receiving a classical education...
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Can also tutor:HSPT, ACT, ISEE and 94 more subjects.
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Quebec City OLSAT Tutoring FAQ
The Otis-Lennon School Ability Test, or OLSAT, is a standardized exam used to analyze the yearly development and academic progression of students in kindergarten through twelfth grade. The OLSAT is also used by certain schools to identify potential candidates for gifted and talented, or GAT, programs, in conjunction with the results of other standardized tests like the NNAT. The OLSAT analyzes both verbal and nonverbal abilities throughout its five core areas. Students face twenty-one subtests on this exam, which can inspire a combination of test anxiety and exhaustion, and result in them failing to demonstrate all of their abilities. Helping your student become familiar with the structure of the OLSAT can help him or her approach the exam confidently, and personal OLSAT tutoring can help your student learn what is expected on each section of the test through supportive personal instruction.
Whether you are concerned with your child struggling to score highly on the OLSAT, or you want him or her to gain a greater understanding of the content in general, a private tutor is able to help them prepare for test day. This instructive approach is distinguished by the degree to which tutors customize each student's tutoring program to address his or her particular academic situation and needs. Varsity Tutors can help you select the perfect tutor to help your student become familiar with the OLSAT sections and problem types. Your student's tutor can then construct an OLSAT tutoring plan to specifically address the test content your student finds least familiar and most difficult.
Working with a tutor means that you and your child have control over the direction and pace of each lesson. Your student can work through the material at whatever pace best allows them to understand the material throughout the course of one-on-one OLSAT tutoring sessions, and their tutor can provide constant feedback and encouragement. OLSAT tutoring is also extremely convenient, and can be scheduled to take place where and when it works best in your busy schedule. If your child has the potential to excel in a gifted program, don't let test anxiety or confusion slow him or her down; build your child's confidence to help him or her demonstrate their complete academic potential on the exam.
Preparing in a classroom environment can feel impersonal and as if it's being taught in a one-size-fits-all format. Fortunately, working under the guidance and expertise of a qualified OLSAT tutor means that your child is able to benefit from a fully customizable lesson plan that has been developed to suit their specific needs. The tutor will actually establish a professional relationship with your child, learning their strengths and weaknesses, learning preferences, and interests. With this information, your tutor is able to design lessons and create supplemental content that is as engaging as it is informative.
You and your child's satisfaction and happiness are important to your tutor, and they are happy to go to great lengths to ensure that your tutoring sessions are both comfortable and convenient. You will be able to choose lessons any time of the week that works for you, including during the weekend, so that you and your child don't have to sacrifice important time from your busy schedules. Whether you choose to have your child learn through in-person tutoring sessions, or face-to-face online tutoring through the Varsity Tutors live learning platform, you will still be given a top-notch education from a skilled professional.
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Recent Quebec City OLSAT Tutoring Session Notes
Worked with the student on More Distractors in Reading, Advanced Math concepts, and reviewed two passages in English. Performed well.
Today at our first session, I explained what tutoring would be like to the student and his father, and we proceeded to take reading speed measures, introduce Long Smooth Underline and the first-pass/second-pass system, and spent an hour talking specifics on the ACT Reading Test.
In our session today, we reviewed an essay the student had written since our last session and went through the Verbal, Quantitative, and some of the Math Achievement sections of the exam. The student wrote a very good essay content-wise, but had some stylistic inconsistencies. We went through ways she could be more clear in the space she is provided to write the essay and give more examples. The student did very well in the Math Achievement section of the test. We reviewed strategies to handle the Quantitative Reasoning section and she seemed to have a better grasp by the end of the session.
Finished covering the incorrect and blank answers on the student's past SAT and started working on strategies and practice for the writing section by working through her SAT book. We focused mainly on identifying sentence errors, improving sentences and improving paragraphs, reviewing participial phrases, idioms, and subject-verb agreement. She is going to print out the essay from her past SAT and we are going to work on essay writing for our Sunday session.
I conducted a brief interview with the student about her academic experience and then had her take a sample passage from each section of the ACT. We went over her answers and I made notes on the types of questions that were troublesome for her. We made plans to approach each section of the ACT in the future and then I had her write a sample ACT essay to assess her writing abilities.
Today the student and I started by going over the rest of the math section that we had previously been working on. He did well on this section, but is still working too slowly to finish everything on time. He then completed the English section of practice test 5, and did pretty well, with a raw score of 45 for a scaled score of 20. We redid the problems he missed. For homework, the student will complete the first two reading passages of practice test 5.
