...University of Puget Sound. Through my undergraduate studies, I received a Bachelors in Music and a minor in English. I lived in northern California for two years teaching for AmeriCorps where I enjoyed gaining experience in both tutoring and teaching. I have experience tutoring all elementary subjects, as well as experience tutoring English (for example, essay writing) with elementary, middle school, high school, and college students. Teaching and working with kids is truly my passion...
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...you, and hope to help you succeed in overcoming whatever difficulties you may have. As for my background, I have been tutoring since high school. I have extensive experience tutoring in math, both as a private tutor and with a company. My BA (University of Arizona) and M. Phil. (Trinity College Dublin) degrees are respectively in Creative Writing and in English, and as such, I have a strong background in those subjects as well, which...
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...in the past, developing my own lesson plans and curriculum for students based on their goals and interests. Gamification of the learning experience is a passion of mine as engaged and invested students learn faster and have more fun in the process. I also have experience working with different disabilities (stroke survivors, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD) and adapt learning materials to serve the student's unique abilities and needs. Nothing lights me up more than seeing...
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...I try to make subjects relatable to everyone, using cooking, sports, or other analogies to break down complicated principles. I began as a teaching assistant my sophomore year at Brigham Young University. Since this time, I have performed as a teaching assistant for 14 University-level courses. I have also tutored students at all grade levels. I like to spend time with my husband, 4 rescue cats, and two bunnies. I also create wheel-thrown pottery, play...
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...have a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice and two Master's Degrees in Forensic Behavioral Analysis and Clinical Psychology. I currently intern at the Neuropsychological Services of Tampa were I do assessments and clinical interviews for a wide variety of clients. I have experience with a range of mental illnesses and cognitive impairments including Autism, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders and Neurological impairments. I have many years of schooling and have...
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I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners!
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...Minor degree in Piano Performance. I am currently enrolled in my last semester of my second BA in Piano Performance as well. I am a member of the National Spanish Honors Society. I lived in Uruguay for a summer to immerse myself in the Spanish Language and culture to further my perspective in my field. I plan to return back to college for a Masters in Piano Pedagogy. I have ample experience in working with...
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...years), US History (regular and honors) 12 years, including currently, World History (10 years), Psychology (4 years), Government, both middle and high school, (10 years) , and various regional courses such as Latin America and Asia. I have also taught Geography (4 years). I have taught large and small classes, and I have experience tutoring. I have a lot of experience working with students who learn differently, and am very familiar with accommodation methodology for...
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...and volunteered at a Boys and Girls Club teaching piano. I also took classes in music education, even having field experience in an elementary music class room. Since graduating, I have worked with kids in after school workshops teaching simple computer programs. I tutor both math and music. Having an affinity for the logic of math, I use that to help understand, my favorite subject, music. Music is wonderful because it is quite varied but...
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...succeed in their endeavors to master whatever tests, subjects, or ideas they wish. I am a student at Brigham Young University, and am currently an undecided major. I have a passion for tutoring and helping my pupils succeed. I am charismatic, fun, hardworking, spontaneous, and reliable! I am more than a guy with a brain; I have an ability to connect with people on a personal level. As you will see, my various tactics and...
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...my patients is to listen to them, their needs, and where they are coming from. This ability to listen is crucial also for tutoring and understanding a child's academic needs. In working with patients, I also regularly break down tough scientific concepts into every-day language that they can relate to. This is another very important skill to have when working with students who may be struggling to understand difficult technical concepts. I am confident that...
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I am a senior in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Eastern Michigan University, and I have been tutoring for about five years, from middle school to early college age students. My hobbies are painting/drawing, playing piano and guitar, and playing with my pet rats and my cat! ... I strive to work with every one of my students to build on their knowledge of topics, so that they have a full understanding of whatever subject we...
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...public and private school instructor, as an HRM corporate trainer, as a US Army Commander and command historian, as a performing arts studio owner, as a sports fitness trainer and as a special needs mentor and life coach. I am a parent and know the complexities of family life. My hobbies are many but currently I am grooming young musicians in how to function in jazz and rock bands as well as teaching them to...
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...a form of cathartic self-expression regularly. I believe that effective education can only happen in an environment where students feel safe and have a personal relationship with the teacher. Therefore, I seek to create meaningful relationships with my students by giving positive reinforcements and getting to know their personalities and preferences. I believe that humor is a necessary part of teaching. You can expect to laugh and feel a sense of ease and calm when...
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...in finding different ways to help my students solve problems and overcome issues. As a recent high school graduate, I understand how teenagers feel about school and studying, and it's easy for me to relate to that. It's comforting for teenagers to work with someone who knows what it's like to be a high school student, so it's easier for me to connect with them. In my free time I enjoy playing music, singing, watching...
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Help others how to learn for themselves! I have a firm belief that if you stay positive and tell yourself that you can learn anything if you spend enough time and effort with the material, then you can learn and grow in ways you didn't think were even possible!
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...age groups, from children ages 3-18. While I undoubtedly have a love for the classroom, some of the most rewarding teaching moments have come from tutoring. I believe in creative learning methods balanced with conventional strategies for learning. Sessions are often student-centered, in the sense that the student shapes his or her learning based on their interests. I hold my students as well as myself to a high standard. I provide feedback for my students,...
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My experience includes IT consulting with Accenture, course development with Simon and Schuster's Pimsleur and Defense Language Institute, and tutoring pre-K to PhD students in a variety of subjects/courses/majors. I am a down-to-earth tutor who enjoys and excels at tutoring many subjects from elementary to graduate school. I start by asking you what topics you find most confusing, difficult, or traumatizing and do everything to help you quickly catch up on these things.
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...in high school! Im also a student of life, attending special seminars (like Landmark and Tony Robbins) whenever I get the chance. Over the past 15 years, Ive had the pleasure of teaching in many different settings. Ive been a museum educator, a classroom teacher (teaching either math, science, English or art), an education program manager, a leadership trainer (teaching a leadership curriculum through the arts), a yoga instructor, and a tutor. Because Im so...
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...the state of Philadelphia. Throughout my own education, I have tutored and taught K-8 in math, English, music, and STEAM in large group classes and one on one sessions. All students have the ability to improve their skills and themselves. My mission is to facilitate their learning and improvement, through observation and thorough assessment of a student's needs. I am flexible, funny, and dedicated to every student and subject that I teach. In my free...
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There is hardly a more versatile instrument in the world than the piano. Its sound is instantly recognizable, and it forms the basis of so many of the world's most popular songs. Playing the piano can open up the remarkable world of music in ways that few other instruments can. If your aim is to take up this dynamic instrument, working with a top-notch piano tutor could be a great way option for you.
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Your piano tutor can help you understand the masters of the instrument across a variety of genres and many different eras. From classics such as Rachmaninov and Beethoven to more modern acts like John Lennon and John Legend, all have created compelling music with the piano. Your piano tutor can help you unlock the secrets to what made their music as so fascinating.
Piano tutoring can help you master basic chord structures and scales as well as basic and more advanced technique. A great tutor can give you the opportunity to expand your knowledge of different modes and key signatures that you may not be familiar with and give you the chance to experiment with them in a supportive environment. If you've ever wanted to learn about the Mixolydian scale, for instance, your tutor could give you the chance. You can also have the chance to get real-time feedback on your playing and receive helpful hints about techniques and other tips from a talented tutor.
What's great about piano tutoring is how customizable lessons can be. You and your tutor can work together to create a practice schedule that plays to your strengths and provides a remedy for your weaknesses. What's more, tutoring can afford you extreme flexibility. Skilled tutors are able to work on your timetable, meaning that you can have meaningful sessions at the times that work best for you.
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