I love the look a child gets in their eyes when they begin to understand a concept that has alluded them in the past. Whether teaching my class or working one on one with a student, seeing that success is what I strive for.... All students are capable of being successful. As a teacher, it's my job to identify the strategies and resources that will put each student I work with on the path to success.
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...share that 100% of my students met the Approaches Grade Level standard in reading, with 97% achieving Meets Grade Level and 62% reaching Masters Grade Level. In writing assessments, my results were equally impressive, with 100% achieving the minimum score, and 32 students classified as Advanced. My mission is to make a meaningful impact on the lives of studentsboth young and adultwho are willing to overcome challenges. I strive to create fun, engaging learning experiences...
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...taking music classes for a Music Minor, because I enjoy playing piano and guitar. Music has trained my patience and carefulness, and it has helped me quickly spot minor errors. Overall, I have maintained an Honors status throughout my college career. Since my junior year, I have worked as an official undergraduate tutor at Baylor University, a spot I earned with high grades in classes such as Biology, Physics, and Chemistry. I was selected from...
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Can also tutor:STAAR, SAT, ACT and 50 more subjects.
...in San Antonio while I was a junior and senior as part of National Honor Society. My strong academic subject areas are math, particularly calculus, trigonometry, and algebra; although I do tutor up to all high school levels of math, computer science programming in Java, Python, or C, electrical engineering topics like circuitry or programming, and mechanical physics. I really enjoy helping other people out because my motto is "ancora imparo," or "I am always...
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...not a chore. That's really my whole paradigm, as a tutor. Every subject has a relation to both everyday life, and to the coolest parts of the collective achievements of humanity. Learning not just what Pi is, but what it means, is treading the same ground as the people who built the pyramids. We lose that joy - the enrichment granted by greater understanding - too often in sterile and boring classrooms. My goal is...
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...career in education because I enjoy helping others to find success, working hard, and knowing that my efforts are making a difference in the lives of those I teach,I want my students to experience meaningful, interesting learning that applies to their lives. I believe this can be accomplished through the use of hands-on/minds-on activities. I enjoy working one on one with students and I like being able to see their faces light up when they...
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...have been dancing professionally for the past 3 years since I graduated in 2012. Working with youth and helping students discover their true potential for success, regardless of background or barriers, has always been a deep-seated passion of mine. I, myself, a first generation college student hailing from a low income family, want to emphasize how important it is to have a growth mindset and to work hard to achieve the goals that are being...
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I majored in Middle Eastern Studies and minored in math during undergrad at Cornell. Since graduating I've worked in a number of fields and countries, although the common theme is teaching English and researching in the Middle East. As an English Teaching Assistant at Weill Medical School in Qatar, I became competent at editing and guiding students in writing. I'm now a first year fellow studying Policy Analysis at the Pardee RAND Graduate School.
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...I have spent a good amount of time teaching as well. I want all students that I tutor to feel comfortable when I am tutoring them and I believe all students have the ability to improve. I am very comfortable teaching all subjects for grades up to 9th grade and, when dealing with high school courses, I love to tutor most math and science courses including many AP courses. I also have a lot of...
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Can also tutor:PSAT, ACT, SSAT and 117 more subjects.
...little differently. My main subject areas have been English, Writing, Public Speaking, Math, Science, United States History and Geometry. I also tutor standardized test taking. One of my strengths as a tutor is to take difficult subjects or concepts and make them easier to understand. I am completely dedicated to helping students get better. I like for teaching and learning to be fun, because students learn more if they are enjoying what they are being...
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...Administration and Biology. I hope to eventually have a job coordinating departments within a health care clinic or even a hospital. I specialize mostly in on-level or pre-AP Biology and Chemistry as well as Algebra but feel confident teaching subjects such as History and AP Biology. I hold myself to a high standard and I will hold my students to the same standards I hold myself. I will not only try to teach the concepts,...
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An AP English teacher for over 20 years, Jennifer also works for College Board and ETS scoring SAT essays and AP essays for over ten years now. Mrs. Barbknecht is an award-winning teacher who firmly believes that every student can learn how to be successful both in academically rigorous courses and on difficult standardized tests. Her students have earned perfect scores and gained admittance to Ivy League universities and colleges.... Teaching is all about figuring out...
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My name is Sharon, and I have been an educator for over fifteen years. I am passionate about education. I enjoy using innovative techniques to incorporate skills that will be useful to my students. My goal is to enhance each student's learning and help them rise to a higher level. Some of my hobbies are cooking (I'm a foodie), reading, and going on nice walks or scenic drives.... My teaching philosophy is that every student should...
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Can also tutor:STAAR, ACT, ISEE and 35 more subjects.
...an effort to meet them where they are and walk with them through their learning journey instead of pulling them up to where they "should" be right away. I switch between learning styles in order to make sure that students understand the material in the way that makes sense to them. Individualization is at the core of tutoring and why students seek it, so lessons should be given in the same way. I'm very communicative...
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...students, special education students, ESL students and college students become better readers and writers. I am Texas state certified in English Language Arts, English as a Second Language, and Special Education. I am an adjunct English professor at HCC. I have a bachelor's and master's degree, both in the arts. Since I love learning I have always studied several subjects at the same time. My areas of study have included creative writing, English, the humanities, philosophy,...
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Can also tutor:TOEFL, ISEE, GED and 101 more subjects.
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York University Toronto Canada - Bachelor in Arts, English
York University Toronto Canada - Master of Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
...My name is Amina and I am a rising junior at Yale University pursuing a dual degree in Modern Middle Eastern Studies and Political Science. I am passionate about helping students achieve their full potential and would love to play a role in helping you achieve yours. I specialize in standardized testing preparation, writing tutoring, and college admissions consulting. I hope to leverage my knowledge and experience in these areas to help you boost your...
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Can also tutor:PSAT, SAT, STAAR and 29 more subjects.
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Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
...is Monique, I am a Special Education Teacher. I have several years of experience working with students on various academic level from preschool all the way to the undergraduate level. I like to meet the student at their current educational level and build from there. I believe that every has a special gift that they are supposed to share with the world, they just need assistance getting them where they need to go. Learning is...
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...working with a wide variety of students. I have great ideas for organization and executive functioning that can benefit all students. I specialize in working with middle and high school students who are having a difficult time learning new concepts in traditional ways. I have a Masters Degree in Education and am certified to teach students from elementary through high school in a ton of academic content areas. When I am not currently teaching in...
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Can also tutor:GED, ISEE, SSAT and 45 more subjects.
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Fitchburg State University - Bachelor in Arts, Education of Individuals in Middle School Special Education Programs
American International College - Masters in Education, Education of Individuals in Middle School Special Education Programs
College student who enjoys helping others better understand math, science, and statistics, as well as helping students perform to the best of their abilities on standardized tests! Outside of my academic interests, I enjoy playing drums and listening to music, soccer, and film.
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...many students of elementary, Middle School, and High School in ELA, Reading, Mathematics, History, Science calculus, and algebra I, and II.ACT, SAT, GEP, ISEE-Middle level I am working as a Paraprofessional/ Teacher Aide in Pennsylvania School. As a mentor, I will guide you step by step to make the best of your educational Journey. I aim to Spread the Knowledge and skills that I earned in my life till yet and plan to go for...
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Is your student taking the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, also known as the STAAR tests? No matter whether your student is preparing for his or her first exam in third grade or is an experienced test taker in eighth grade, these standardized tests can be stressful, since they decide whether or not a student is on track for entry into the next year of academic advancement. The material on the STAAR evolves as your student progresses to higher level concepts, with tests on writing, science, and social studies added to certain grade levels. A talented tutor can make a huge difference in how your student performs on the test and how he or she manages his or her anxiety on test day.
Varsity Tutors can help you get connected with talented STAAR tutors. Personal tutors can create a personalized learning plan based not only on your student's grade level, but on your child's subject knowledge and skills. This helps each session keep your student on track towards his or her goals, and provides material of an appropriate difficulty so that he or she can always be challenged. With one-on-one STAAR tutoring, your student can have a dedicated, personal study partner and guide as he or she prepares for this important exam.
The STAAR tests are made of at least two main components: math and reading. If your student struggles with aspects of math, a talented tutor can provide focused review for the basic math concepts covered on the test. The math sections of the STAAR tests measure how well students understand the fundamentals rather than their ability to recall math facts or solve equations; often, there will be multiple paths to a correct answer. A STAAR tutor, can work through sample questions with your student and demonstrate methods for attacking the questions, eliminating wrong answers, and breaking down story problems.
The reading components of the STAAR tests evaluate whether or not students can read and understand passages, by asking them to demonstrate their understanding by answering questions. These questions don't just concern information that is specifically in the text, but also ask students to make inferences, summarize, and analyze the intentions and biases of authors based on clues found in the passages. With STAAR tutoring, your student can master these questions with the guidance of a talented pedagogue. Personal tutors can offer strategies for approaching the text in an efficient and careful manner, and can also help your student to better understand point of view, figurative language, and other literary concepts and devices.
At certain grade levels, your student's STAAR tests will incorporate writing, science, and social studies sections. The writing component may involve a written composition, but also includes questions about revising and editing text passages. A tutor can help your student brainstorm ideas for the composition section and develop strategies for approaching the grammar and editing questions. Science and social studies appear on the tests for later grades, and a STAAR tutor can help your student master each topic tested in his or her grade level to help prepare for test day.
STAAR tests may be the source of some anxiety for your student, but with the help of an expert guide, your student can approach the test with confidence in his or her knowledge and abilities. STAAR tutors have flexible schedules and are available to meet with your student in person, or in online, face-to-face tutoring sessions through a live learning platform. Contact the educational directors at Varsity Tutors today to learn more about getting connected with skilled STAAR tutors.
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