...a unique background that blends both academic and physical disciplines. I teach Jiu-Jitsu at my own studio, where I focus on building strong technical skills and fostering a positive learning environment. Outside of the studio, I enjoy baking, cooking, sculpting, and staying active by walking my golden retriever. I believe in a balanced approach to education, where mental and physical growth go hand in hand, and I look forward to helping students reach their full...
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My name is Julia and I'm a Connecticut College graduate with a bachelor's in psychology and economics. I was born and raised in France so I am fluent in both French and English. I believe in empowering my students to build confidence and realize their full potential. Let's work together!... The best way for a student to become an independent learner is for them to become accountable for their learning. This means that they must own...
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I am a traditional artist who loves art history and enjoy working with a variety of paints, graphite pencils, ink, and procreate/photoshop. I've taught art for 3 years in public school setting to grades 6-8, but am trained and equipped to teach art to all grades and adults as well. You can see my work here: www.laurenbatesart.com or on instagram at laurenbatesart.
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I love working with people. Knowledge is unlimited and available for everyone who wants to learn and continue to grow. Things change continually so it is important to keep up with the new and improved to stay informed and educated. I hope to continue to share my knowledge with others who want to grow and learn.
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I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel confident to excel. My approach is tailored to each learner, breaking down complex ideas into simple, relatable steps. With a focus on building skills and self-assurance, I strive to make every session impactful and enjoyable. Together, we'll turn challenges into achievements.
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...formulas, as I believe strong critical thinking and problem solving skills are a crucial foundation for students' future success, both academic and beyond. Outside of teaching, I enjoy following MLB baseball, practicing analog photography, reading science fiction and fantasy, and playing video games and board games. I especially enjoy when I am able to connect a lesson to one of my or my students many interests, as it helps make ideas more concrete and tangible,...
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...the will and patience to practice it. I was born and raised in Mexico, so Spanish is one of my strong suits as well. I find fulfillment in showing every student I tutor that anyone can excel in any subject if they put in the effort, dedication and enthusiasm into it. I enjoy teaching students at all levels. I think the most important thing about tutoring is finding the specific learning style that best fits...
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...environment where students feel at ease to ask questions and engage with the material. I focus on clear, patient explanations and adapt my approach to each student's needs. My goal is to make learning both effective and enjoyable, reducing stress and building confidence. By keeping sessions relaxed and focused on true understanding, I help students feel more capable and motivated to succeed. I have a number of hobbies that are artistic in nature (illustration, photography...
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...manipulating drawing tools in combination with typography to create new designs. My teaching philosophy is to apply hands-on learning to real-world applications, helping students embrace and connect with their everyday world. Outside of classes, I have a poodle, Gracie, whom I adore, and three children. I reside in eastern North Carolina with my husband and children. I love to read, take long walks, and enjoy puzzling. I can't wait to help you in your design...
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...writing, listening and speaking English for the TOEFL test. I have been an ESL teacher overseas in Korea, Vietnam, and Taiwan for 13 years and I have worked with students from Pre-K to adult. I also speak Spanish and Korean, and am learning Mandarin Chinese. I have a deep cultural and historical understanding of diverse Asian and Latin American countries and that informs my approach as a teacher. I have a Bachelor's degree from the...
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...I obtained a Batchelor of Science in Animal Science, with a focus on reproductive physiology and animal husbandry. I duel minored in Rangeland Science and Chemistry. I am passionate about the life sciences, and enjoy helping students learn about topics in a way that will make sense to them and help them remember. I also work as a freelance photographer and artist on top of running my own business and working as a large animal...
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...spirit of lifelong learning. But beyond the accolades and achievements lies a deeper commitment a commitment to empowering individuals, fostering dialogue, and shaping a brighter future through education. My personal philosophy centers on inclusivity, empathy, and the belief that every student possesses untapped potential waiting to be unleashed. As I continue on this journey, my aim is simple yet profound: to ignite the flames of curiosity, to cultivate critical thinking, and to instill a love...
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...Tutoring) from October 2017-April 2018 and after a couple of years in the undergraduate learning environment, I am excited to return to teaching. More than anything, I focus on serving the student with whatever support they need, but also intend to guide my students towards longer-term goals and create a clear plan for their future that they're excited to pursue. My focuses lie in SAT Prep, History, Writing, and AP exams (took 13 AP exams...
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I am externally curious and learning all the time! I am a voracious reader and writer and own a creative photography business. Before that, I was in radio, tv and was even a model for a short time. I love teaching people all of the different subjects. I've become proficient at over the years, Im a polymath.
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...and into the summer. In my previous work as a math tutor (though I also love to teach Biology, Chemistry, and other science topics), I worked one-on-one with other high school students in subjects including algebra, geometry, and calculus and integrated different methods of teaching to helps students learn the material in a way that worked best for them. I offered support to make sure that each student was able to understand the material and...
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I graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Emerging Media. While I tutor a broad range of art-related subjects, I am most passionate about photoshop, animation, and drawing. In my experience, tutoring is a conversation that encourages critical thinking. I am willing to go the extra mile to encourage students to experiment and ask questions.
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I have been a certified Italian teacher since 2013. I love Italy, its rich culture and beautiful language. I try to make learning fun and engaging using videos, games and skill sets. Language learning can be very rewarding. I have a Bachelors in Italian from Nazareth College of Rochester and studied abroad in Italy in Pescara.
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"Teaching makes me stay in a sort of state of enlightment." I have been a language facilitator for over 20 years. I hold a PhD. in Philosophy in Spanish from Florida International Unversity and a Masters of Arts from The University of Florida.... Since not everyone studies language or literature for the same reason, nor learns in quite the same way, I have found that the most effective motivational tool for students is to tailor each...
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I am here to help. I teach web design and digital design at a local high school. I have also been a professional photographer for over 30 years.
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...advising seniors on their final thesis projects. I also had the opportunity to teach NYU Visionary Studios, a Saturday art workshop for teens, encouraging students to explore and engage deeply with a social theme and to use multidisciplinary approaches to respond visually in the media of their choice. Additionally, I led fine-arts workshops for graduate students. In addition to being a passionate educator, I also have years of professional experience as a digital artistdesigning magazines,...
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Recent Photography Tutoring Session Notes
Tonight we worked on another Precis. The topic was the Thomas Nast cartoon. She already had a thesis statement, which she had worked on in class. It was really good, and she liked it, so that's what we worked with. Her teacher had established a basic structure for what she needed to talk about, which made it a little easier to get started. But the student is starting to see/hear what sounds awkward as far as wording and transitions go. So she is not being complacent when it comes to her writing. That is definitely a change from the first time we worked together on a writing assignment way back in the fall. She is also now aware of what might be a run-on, and she is self-correcting/editing as she writes.
Today, we met and continued attacking the test strategies. We decided that the student will not be taking the essay because in doing the math and calculating her potential score, this risk is not worth the potential gain of changing her writing score. The writing score is scaled by the essay and right now her writing score is so high that she would have to match that with a near perfect essay. Thus, there is no real gain to taking the essay.
We did work on Math and Science, going over many practice problems and talking about timing.
For next time, the student will need to:
1) Practice Reading and Science (especially timing)
2) Learn the trigonometry functions
Properties of right triangles, parallel and perpendicular lines, corresponding, alternate interior, and same side interior angles, and problem solving using logic. Student seems to be much more confident in geometry than other math areas, but is having some issues with logical thinking on word problems.
We worked on some physics; the second moment of inertia problems were causing some confusion so we spent some time working through the formulas and developing an intuition for what was happening. In the end I think he knows in his mind what inertia, momentum and fore are and how they relate to each other; now we just have to work on applying them to a problem. In differential equations he is coming up against systems of differential equations so matrix algebra is on the table. We worked with matrix multiplication, determinants, inverses and Cramer's rule. Those topics seemed to sink in well.
We went over the student's practice tests, and techniques for writing the essay. We focused on math topics that he had learned in school but forgotten (and might need for the exam), and did some reading comprehension "slow" drills so that he could see how working through the questions more slowly could help him get the right answer.
We focused on the math section. The student's overall score was the same as her initial test. She struggled with identifying how to begin many problems, but once they were explained to her, she found them easy in relation to concepts. She needs to focus on practicing so that she will gain confidence; she has the understanding of basic concepts.
