...first year of teaching that most students in Chicago Public Schools were reading at least two grades below grade level. Thats when I decided to pursue a Masters in Reading to address the problem. I tutored K12 (all subjects) for three years to master the methodology I gleaned from professors before returning to the classroom. Since teaching is an art, I consider my instructional philosophy to be versatility in motion because learning styles and progress...
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Can also tutor:SAT, ACT, GED and 57 more subjects.
I am an enthusiastic, passionate and motivated teacher. I am certified in Elementary Education, Spanish and ESL. Currently, I teach high school Spanish and tutor privately. I have taught numerous SAT Reading and Writing courses and tutored many subjects over the past 10 years. I believe every student learns differently and gear my lessons according to each student's needs. ... I believe in putting the students and their education first. It is important to inspire students...
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Can also tutor:TOEFL, ACT, PSAT and 29 more subjects.
...am a graduate of UC Davis and am a full IB (International Baccalaureate) graduate (I tested in Anthropology, Spanish, Art, English, Mathematics, and Biology and wrote my extended essay in Anthropology). I was an exchange student in Costa Rica where I learned the Spanish language and one of my favorite hobbies, salsa dancing. I am currently working on completing my Master's degree, but have my Master's equivalent in Education coursework. I have three children of...
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...a tutor, my goal is to inspire confidence, ignite curiosity, and help students unlock their full potential. With a passion for personalized learning, I adapt my teaching approach to suit each student's 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...
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...and elementary school students. I've worked as a private tutor in cello and a music camp counselor while also tutoring for a nonprofit organization aiming to elevate underprivileged middle schoolers. Although I enjoy multiple subjects, I am most passionate about history, English literature, and math. In fact, I hope to major in International History and minor in Computer Science and English at Georgetown! Besides tutoring, I am also adept at editing essays, including those for...
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...goal for your students, that is the best feeling! My biggest success with my group of students over the last few years has been in the area of language arts. Through my training in Wilson Just Words and Fundations, I have taught non-readers how to use word attack skills, and multi-sensory tools in order to read and write. Watching the progress of my students in this area has been the most amazing experience!
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I am currently a fourth grade teacher at a public school. I have also taught second and fifth grade. I believe every student can learn and be successful as long as they are willing to work hard and not be afraid to make mistakes. It is important that instruction is engaging and differentiated in order to meet all student's individual needs and keep students interested and motivated.
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Can also tutor:SSAT, ISEE, Math and 12 more subjects.
Education
SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Teachers College Columbia University - Master of Arts, Elementary School Teaching
...am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classroom with middle-school students who were in approximately the 10th percentile for math (meaning they score lower than 90% of students). One-fourth of...
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...some students find themselves missing bits and pieces of information that they need to do their best. As a teacher in the classroom, I'm dedicated to helping my students grow in their abilities, whatever it takes. Sometimes it isn't just about how I teach a concept to students-- it's about how I teach that one concept to that one student in particular. I find such an importance in individualizing instruction so that it is easy...
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...love for working in education began when I started volunteering as a tutor and mentor in high school. Throughout my life, I have fueled my passion for helping students succeed through a variety of careers, including serving as an AmeriCorps member for City Year, supervising elementary tutors and mentors, and am currently working as a high school guidance counselor. I have a BA degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University and a MA degree...
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...important education is for the guidance of young children. I hope to establish an atmosphere of learning and an aspiration for continuous knowledge in each student. I have a tremendous love for children and place a very high standard on learning. I love swimming especially in the summer. In my free time I enjoy traveling! I love experiencing new things and learning how to do something different. This summer I plan to learn how to...
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...degrees I have an ESL certification, an Elementary certification, and a Reading Specialist Certification. I am fluent in Greek. I can speak, read, and write in Greek. I grew up spending most of my summers in beautiful Greece. Now that I am a mom I am so grateful and happy that I can take my two boys to Greece during the holidays. And teach them about their culture. This school year I was named Teacher...
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...learn from and be mentored by experienced teachers. This experience allowed me to observe their classes and lesson plans, equipping me with valuable skills and insights into effective teaching methods. In high school, I pursued teacher certifications and became passionate about helping others learn. Since my freshman year, I have been tutoring students of various ages, from high school to middle school. I have also taken on the role of conducting and teaching my own...
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Every student is important. Every student can excel at any subject. Every student deserves someone who will help him/her reach their fullest potential. Complex subjects like math or language arts is a skill that can be strengthened with practice and engaging materials that are fun and apply to a child's individual needs and interests. It is my goal to help students reach their definitions of success while (hopefully!) having fun along the way. ... My teaching...
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Wittenberg University - Bachelors, Middle Childhood Education with a Concentration in Mathematics & Language Arts and an Endorsement Plan for 4-6th Grades
...private basis. I am a graduate of the University of Nevada Las Vegas. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and also received a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have tutored in a wide variety of subjects, though most of my experience is with primary and secondary students. I also tutor in test prep, including ACT Reading/Writing, SAT English/Biology, and Nevada state proficiency exams. I am...
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...am a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business. I also received my Elementary Education certification from McKendree University. I have been teaching elementary school for over 12 years. I have taught kindergarten, 2nd grade and 3rd grade. In third grade I have helped prepare students for the standardized state tests focusing on math, reading, and extended writing responses. I have a real passion for ensuring that...
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As a teacher, my goal is to ensure that each students knows that I care about them, want them to succeed, and I will work to personalize their learning to ensure student growth.
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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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Hello! I am Kim and I am currently a 7th Grade Language Arts teacher for Special Education students. I love to read and try to instill that love into my students.
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Recent PARCC Tutoring Session Notes
Today we reviewed an essay the student had written since our last session and went through the Verbal, Quantitative, and Math sections of the exam. The student wrote an interesting essay. We went through ways that she could have easily connected her main points to supporting evidence. She had a great use of vocabulary throughout her essay as well. From this, it is no surprise that she did very well in the verbal section of the test. The student is adept at puzzling out the definitions of words she is unfamiliar with. She struggled slightly with some of the Quantitative questions, but after review she seemed to have a better grasp of the approach to solving these types of problems.
The students worked on a practice drill consisting of 15 problems, ratios (4 problems), and averages (4 problems). They also worked on synonyms and how to guess the meaning of a word from context, positive/negative, and/or stem word. They developed their own definitions and then applied the techniques to Practice Drill 3 (20 synonyms), Practice Drill 5 (10 synonyms), and practice Drill 7 (20 synonyms). They began Practice Drill 9 (30 synonyms), and will complete as homework.
Sample Essay prompts incorporated into writing session. Worked on use of clear, concise language and proper sentence structure. Development of introductory paragraph and supporting arguments was the focus of the lesson. Tested the student on a Sentence Completion section; time management and number correct show improvement.
The student is showing continual improvements, bumping her English to a 28 and her math to a 31 (yay!). We worked through the questions she had missed and talked through them more broadly so she could apply them to other problems in future tests. She is really getting the hang of things, and just needs to put a bit more effort into remembering equations and re-working the longer reading-like English questions.
Focused on sentence completion and intro to passage-based questions (SAT Critical Reading section). Student 1 set his final score goal at 1800 and Student 2 set hers at 1600. When working on sentence completions, Student 1 said his confidence with this type of question was a 4 and Student 2 said hers was a 3 (on a 1-10) scale. By the end of the session, Student 1 said he was at a 7 and Student 2 was at a 6. They have been emailed with practice problems for sentence completion and passages, and asked to complete a timed SAT practice test before our next meeting.
Today, the student and I went over some of the challenges we ran across after he completed his second Science and second Writing sections. Science seems to be a strong point for the student, who scored high on his first attempt. He could, however, improve slightly on his essay. His argument and structure are still clear and well-established, but he still needs to save time to go back and check for grammatical errors once he has finished writing. As the essay factors into his English section score, it is crucial that the student scores well on his writing. We also worked on vocabulary flashcards to help expand the variety of words he uses in his essays. Overall, he is making impressive and quick improvements in both the Science and Writing sections.
