As a long-time educator, I am a staunch believer that everyone has the potential to learn. Through research-based strategies, clear objectives, and a willingness to be creative, anyone can reach their full potential.... My teaching philosophy is a balanced approach. Students acquire knowledge through a myriad of ways. Inquiry-based learning is essential; however, explicit instruction is also integral in fostering academic success.... I would ask questions about the student's objectives. It might also be helpful to...
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...high school levels, even having to cross over to English due to short staff shortages from Covid-19. I've also written published poetry, published memoir as I love to read and write. As an educator, I've learned that when it comes to teaching and tutoring, that building a bridge with the student will always be most significant in terms of trust so both student and teacher can help each other grow and excel in their education....
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...tutoring students, and I have had a multitude of tutoring experiences in the past, from teaching violin and music to teaching younger students in areas of help they need. I attended a Math and Science Academy for High School, and throughout high school, I tutored in many AP subjects as well as SAT tutoring. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about Math and Science topics. I really enjoy talking...
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...my academic and military careers (16 years military police). After the military, I returned to school for a Master's and teacher certification in high school science. I decided I could do more and here I am. I am going to school full-time as I work toward a Doctorate in Business Administration. I look forward to helping solve business problems with non-profits, especially those who work with youth like BSA. At the same time, I am...
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I am a graduate of The University of Texas at Arlington. I received my Master of Arts in Mathematics. I have been teaching 7th through 12 grade math for over twenty years. I am most passionate about tutoring Algebra and Geometry. I am very patient with students who struggle.
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...of my favorite things to do is tricking elementary students into learning and they always get two mad but I I'm the other hand think it's sweeps me;;,,, I have my bachelors degree in elementary education with a minor in early childhood. My masters degree is in curriculum and instruction, followed by my Education Specialist in Leadership. I am currently obtaining my doctorate in education for Administration. I have taught all grade levels from PreK...
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Can also tutor:CLEP, PSAT, SSAT and 382 more subjects.
Education
William Woods University - Doctorate (PhD), Educational Leadership
I have taught and tutored students for 25 plus years. My goal with each student is to make sure the student understands the math content for the specific level of math the student is working on in school.
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...education para for three years, and I have begun my first year teaching college English. I have learned to become very patient and adaptable to student needs. I have a bachelor's degree in film from Mary Baldwin University, and I have a master's decree in creative writing from Regis University. I tutor English and writing courses as these are the subjects I am most proficient in and most enjoy. I also help prepare students for...
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...honored to have the opportunity to share my knowledge in order to contribute to the success of others! I firmly believe in a holistic style of education one that places an emphasis on the student as opposed to the content. From personal experience, I am aware that every person learns differently from one another and ground my style of teaching in what best suits my students as well as mastery of the topic. In today's...
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...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 help you...
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...Additionally, I am a certified EC-8 ELAR teacher in the state of Texas which reflects my commitment to high-quality education. I am also certified to teach math science social studies as well from early childhood to sixth grade. I am also certified to teach history and social studies from grade 7 to 12th grade. My teaching journey began around the academic year of 2022-2023 during which I've had the privilege to work with diverse age...
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...my tiny blackboard after a long afternoon and went on to know way more math than me as an adult. (He likes to remind me of this fact often.) While earning my degrees (I have a B.A. and M.A. in English Literature), I worked in my university's Writing Center helping students with their writing in all subject areas at the college level. I also taught Composition 101 to college freshmen. After I graduated, I taught...
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I enjoy helping students of all ages feel confident and success. I have been helping teachers and students for almost 20 years! I have taught elementary, middle and high school math, including algebra and geometry.
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My name is Madison. I graduated from Texas A&M Commerce in May of 2017 with a certification in ESL and CORE EC-6. I am currently working on my masters in curriculum and instruction. I love teaching and cannot wait to start tutoring you. I enjoy playing guitar/ukulele, reading, learning, and foreign languages.
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Can also tutor:MAP, PSAT, ISEE and 111 more subjects.
Education
Texas AM University Commerce - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Texas AM university Commerce - Current Grad Student, Curriculum and Instruction
Hi! I am a retired teacher who taught Business and Information Technology for 23 years. I currently live in beautiful Wilmington, NC and am excited about being a Varsity Tutor!
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...I have worked with special needs students and gifted as well. I tutored and taught online during the first two years of the Covid pandemic, and love interacting with students virtually. I would say I am a passionate educator who is flexible to meet the needs of every student! Personally, I am an Air Force Pilot wife, so my husband and I love to travel. In my free time I also love to work out,...
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...as an individual so that learning can be tailored to their needs. There are no two brains that think alike and therefore should be taught using different methods at times. One of the largest components that becomes a hurdle in student learning is study skills or lack thereof. Before I start working with a student I always investigate their studying style. Based on the method they utilize I do my best to tweak the needed...
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Can also tutor:SSAT, ISEE, GED and 66 more subjects.
...dual concentration in music education and music theory/composition from George Fox University. I am currently pursuing board certification in music therapy. I have worked in the field of education for 15+ years and am completing my 9th year as a licensed teacher. I have experience with individuals with disabilities, English language learners and gifted students, both in my personal and professional experiences. I specialize in working with multi-exceptional learners. I am a licensed teacher in...
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An experienced tutor can evaluate your ability in each of the subjects tested, from English and math to science and social studies, and can create a learning plan dedicated to reviewing and strengthening the areas that trouble you most. If you struggle with English, a STAAR EOC tutor can help you review literary and informational prose, and can teach you strategies for approaching questions about everything from fiction and poetry to newspaper articles and persuasive writing. Oftentimes, questions on these exams will test your ability to make inferences from the text or understand complex vocabulary. A tutor can help you learn to decode the most complicated of passages and to use context clues to help define unfamiliar words that you may encounter.
With private tutoring, you can focus on the topics with which you struggle most while also receiving test-specific strategies for those topics you already understand. In many ways, STAAR EOC tests assess your comprehension of subject fundamentals and your ability to apply this knowledge, rather than whether you can simply recall the details of each subject. This is especially evident on the STAAR EOC Math tests, which test your understanding of algebra I and II and geometry. With a private tutor, you can review the fundamentals and pick up any stray applications you might have forgotten over the course of your class. The STAAR EOC Math tests challenge students with tricky questions that may be missing key information or have important hidden details. A talented tutor can walk you through difficult problems and teach you strategies to decode complex questions and avoid being tricked. You can often get closer to the right answer by drawing missing figures, estimating quantities, and looking to the answer choices for clues. Your tutor can expose you to the complex exam formats in advance, helping to reduce surprises on test day.
For many students, the Science STAAR EOC tests are the most difficult. These exams measure your knowledge of biology, chemistry, and physics. You may find that you are unable to work your way through science problems in the same way that you approach other, more stepwise coursework. A STAAR EOC tutor can help you review the necessary vocabulary with mnemonics or flash cards, and review concepts with which you struggle in each of these sciences. With a private tutor, you will be able to ask as many questions as you need to in order to make sure that you fully comprehend the subject at hand. A talented tutor can also help you prepare for the STAAR Social Studies examination by assessing your knowledge of history and geography, and reviewing the topics you specifically need to focus on in preparing for the test. No matter which assessments cause you apprehension, private tutoring can provide you with focused, one-on-one attention tailored to address the concepts that you most need to learn and review.
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Recent STAAR EOC Tutoring Session Notes
For today's session we went over a reading assignment that was given to her prior to our session. It covered plot structure and required her to pull other additional elements in order to answer the questions. We also went over another selection that covered indirect and direct characterization. At the conclusion of our session I went over her essay and short answer prompts for Monday. We discussed how to brainstorm, construct a thesis statement, and use supporting details. We also talked about using the essay prompt and background info provided to help make your essay better.
During this session, we worked on homework from her other tutoring. She had a question packet and two essays to finish and turn in the next day. She said she was having trouble understanding the concepts in the questions, but it turned out she was just overwhelmed. We went over the concepts - drawing conclusions, cause and effect, making inferences, etc. - and she was able to define them all with little prompting. We made notes on the pages so she could remember them for later and moved on to the essays. I helped her plan for both the expository and persuasive essays she was assigned. She had some vocabulary trouble with the prompts, but once she figured out what the prompt was asking, she planned both essays fairly well. I left her well prepared to write the essays later.
This was our first session. We discussed strategies that could help the student overcome her comprehension struggles. We also looked at how she approaches terms she doesn't know. We walked away with three goals
1. Test the term
2. Test the answer
3. Score of 2245
We covered the state assessment Writing section, emphasizing theme, tone, and perspective. She struggled most with perspective and comparison questions. She seemed more confident as the tutoring session progressed. I gave her three additional state assessment practice sections to work on for our next session.
The student and I went into an articulate discussion of quadratic functions and equation forms. We talked about what a parent quadratic function is and what it describes and is used for. We briefly reviewed slope-intercept form to assure she has mastery in this area, and she does. We discussed what a domain and range means and how it is represented in quadratic systems. The last 25 minutes of the session we did prep work for the biology assessment exam, the primary focus being cell anatomy. She needs to review cellular organelles and their functions for our next session. She is progressing well and seems to be building confidence.
The student and I worked together on a portion of a practice placement test. I gave her test taking strategies. She is a much better reader than I had anticipated. She is a hard worker who wants to face her challenges head on.
