I graduated from Southeast Missouri State University and received my Master of Arts in TESOL. I have 10 years of teaching/tutoring experience. I have taught in different settings (fully online, face-to-face, and through conference video) and ages 1 to 70. It is my goal to make learning interactive and educational. I tutor all levels of English, writing, and ESL.
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...from Eastern Washington University. I have experience teaching beginners who are new to English and have also worked with more advanced college students at the university level. I enjoy learning about other cultures and languages, and I speak basic French. I have also studied Japanese, German, and Spanish. My students have taught me a few words in Russian. When I'm not working, I love to do things outdoors - hiking and walking. I also like...
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...the academic environment. Combining my natural passion for teaching and mentoring, my inclination to establish meaningful and stimulating interactions with students, and my deep knowledge of many disciplines, I have become an effective instructor. I offer tutoring and lessons in many disciplines, including: Italian Language and Culture, Spanish, ESL, European History, Essay Writing and Editing, and preparation for standardized tests, including TOEFL and GRE. I also offer assistance in developing study skills, for those who...
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...sure every child's needs are met, and this is something that is easily forgotten when it comes to online teaching. As someone with a lot of experience with special needs (including in my own family,) I would like to teach virtually to help close those gaps and to help students who fall through the cracks if their needs are not being met. I also believe that online learning needs to incorporate opportunities for hands on...
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..."Seminar on self-injurious behavior & self-stimulatory behavior", followed by three practical hours respectively. At the same time, I am pursuing a Masters in Early Childhood Education & Special Education at Touro College. My path so far has given me the opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills -classroom experience in diverse environmental and geographical settings, excellent critical and analytical thinking, problem solving and research, and organizational and communications skills- which makes me an ideal...
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I am a middle school French teacher in Parker but have taught either Language Arts or ESL for the past seven years. I have a lot of experience working with students of various backgrounds and have had a proven record of success with my classes. I have worked one on one before with students, helping both their grades and skills greatly improve. I'm looking forward to meeting and working with you!... I would spend time getting...
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...a national writing competition four years after moving to Taiwan. Although I learned a new language during the time I was in Taiwan, I slowly lost my English speaking, writing, and reading abilities. When I moved back to the States in 9th grade, my English was not fluent enough to be put into a classroom with the other native speakers. I worked hard, and I was able to get out of a two-year ESL (English...
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...In 2016, I taught at a local group dedicated to helping immigrants and refugees. I lived in Mexico for most of 2017 and taught English to a variety of students from different age groups and backgrounds. I am currently interested in pursing a master's degree in education or public policy. While I teach a variety of subjects, my favorite ones are political science, history, Spanish and ACT/Sat Writing or Reading. My experience in ESL has...
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...for the last 7 years and in my teaching I`m doing my best to share the magic of it with my students. I started teaching in my second year of university (Journalism, Publishing/Editing Degree) and since then I`ve had a lot of experience with different group ages, requests, methods of teaching and approaches to my students. I can describe myself as a thoughtful, empathetic, strategic teacher who will help you not only learn the language...
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...Goldsmiths University in London which pioneered the ADDIE and Gagnes 9 theories of learning. I taught for 13 years in a London secondary school and became Head of Subject. I trained Teachers and participated in the pilot Nurture Program for children who have difficulties coping in mainstream classes which is now national. Prior to teaching my career was in the textile supply chain, I have a BA in Business. My current certificates are Instructional Design,...
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...Barbara with degrees in Statistics, Data Science, and Music. I am hoping to pursue a PhD degree in economic sociology in the near future. I achieved perfect scores on both the SAT math and GRE quantitative section, and I am passionate about helping students score well on these exams to pursue their higher education goals. It's ok if you are not a native speaker of the English language, neither am I. Studying math does not...
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Can also tutor:SAT, ACT, PSAT and 37 more subjects.
...not be scary. Students should feel free to ask questions and be wrong, or right, or close. Fear of being wrong keeps a student from realizing how close they are to "getting it". Teaching is collaboration. Rewarding and positive correction are the best ways to encourage students to keep trying even after a mistake is made. I also think that due to the nature of learning over time, focusing too long on one mistake, especially...
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I graduated with a degree in Biology and am currently in my first year of dental school at Harvard. I have experience tutoring subjects ranging from elementary school math to AP Biology and Chemistry. I also volunteer as a Spanish translator and English teacher for Adult ESL classes. I am especially excited to teach students Mandarin Chinese, English, and Spanish.
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...same material requires a different approach for each student. I think that languages are fun and fascinating, and love working with students who are learning a new language (English or Spanish), or who are looking to master the intricacies of English for TOEFL, the SAT, or GRE. Languages and grammar rules can seem overwhelming, but I try to break them down into manageable sections and develop personal tricks and strategies that make sense for each...
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Hi, my name is Dan. I am a recent graduate of Oberlin College, where I received a BA with honors in Comparative Literature. I just returned from a year teaching English in a French lyce (high school) and hope to carry over my teaching experience abroad into well-honed tutoring on this platform. My specialties are ESL, test preparation, and humanities subjects, especially literature, philosophy, US history and French and Spanish languages.
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Can also tutor:ACT, PSAT, GED and 65 more subjects.
Education
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
I am a passionate, patient and experienced professional that loves to help people develop and reach their goals. I work with each person to individualize the most efficient and effective plan on their learning journey. My social services background is a valuable asset I bring into my tutoring role because I am able to assess and meet people where they are and build from that.
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...my childhood I had to be a translator for my mother. I was born and raised in New York City but have firsthand experience with how challenging life can get when you're living in a place where the language, and consequently the culture, is foreign to you. In regards to education, being able to learn new information is challenging enough but then becomes more challenging when you struggle with the language. This is why I...
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...diversity, by providing an atmosphere of comfort and leaving students with a desire to continue learning, I learned to apply this approach to a variety of subjects including English, American and European History, as well as ESL programs and test prep. My goal by the end of each semester is to witness a growth in each students’ speaking ability and cultural conception of German-speaking countries. Working with college students and witnessing their enthusiasm for language...
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I believe only when all questions and queries of your students are answered, the job of a good tutor is accomplished...that's my motto! ... All throughout my life I have believed that all questions of students need to be answered personally.
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Typically taken by non-native English speakers, the TOEFL exam is a test of proficiency in the English language. For those whose first language is not English, there are a large number of institutions that require TOEFL score reports. Many colleges, universities, and employers may ask for your TOEFL scores as well when you apply for a job. Scoring your absolute highest on the exam can greatly improve your likelihood of being admitted to your top-rated program or being offered a position with your preferred employer.
The TOEFL exam asks test-takers to perform a wide variety of tasks, such as writing essays based on a given topic, reading excerpts of academic texts, listening to a recording in English, and stating an opinion on a particular matter using spoken English. Learning a new language can be difficult enough, and for many students, an exam such as the TOEFL presents multiple challenges, including attaining a sufficient command of the English language and developing a familiarity with the intricacies of the standardized exam format.
Varsity Tutors can help you connect with affordable, one-on-one TOEFL tutoring to assist you with your test prep. An exceptional TOEFL tutor can help you succeed on exam day with personalized, private lessons that suit your goals and needs. Whatever your reasons for taking the test, your tutor can help you work toward them. With TOEFL tutoring, you can focus on the Reading; Listening; Speaking; or Writing section of the exam; a combination of these sections; or all of them. Your TOEFL tutoring can focus on a wide variety of components of the English language, such as pronunciation, spelling, grammar, morphology, or syntax, or a variety of these features.
These language tutors can also work with you to help you learn strategic test-taking skills specific to the format of the TOEFL to further help you prepare to excel when you take your exam. English language skills are often learned in succession, with new skills drawing upon old ones. Working with a private tutor allows you to construct an English skill set that only grows stronger with each tutoring session. Many students have found that private tutoring provides an optimal means of acquiring fluency in a new language. One-on-one interactions allow for the rapid exchange of dialogue, which in turn helps to strengthen your command of the English language. Indeed, interpersonal communication represents a far more natural way to learn a new language than computer software or self-guided study can provide. One of the most difficult aspects of the English language is pronunciation. There are a lot of words that look the same, but are pronounced differently. Without speaking to another person, it can be difficult to pick up on these intricacies. A private tutor is an excellent resource in this regard because they can make sure that you are on the right track. Additionally, your private tutor can act as a friend and mentor. They will be there to encourage you and to provide guidance throughout the entire process.
With the help of a TOEFL tutor, you can greatly improve your knowledge of the English language and approach your exam with confidence. Contact Varsity Tutors today for more information about the TOEFL tutoring options available near you, and let us help you connect with an experienced tutor.
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Recent TOEFL Tutoring Session Notes
We worked on the student's upcoming test which involves writing, reading, listening, and speaking. We did a brief review on each of these topics by doing practice. I gave him advice on how to approach and handle each of these sections appropriately to maximize his score.
Most of the time spent was getting the student set up on the computer to take practice tests and locating where he needed the most work. All of the sessions until this Saturday's test will be spent on his weak areas.
Since we went over writing and reading comprehension last time, we did some listening and speaking exercises. She did well and on the last listening exercise. I recommended she first do the easy questions/ones she could recall quickest and found that when she did that she built her confidence and got all the questions right. I think she will continue to improve.
Today was an introductory session with this student. We worked almost entirely out of her TOEFL textbook with reading comprehension exercises. We worked on vocabulary building (I had her write down the definitions of at least eight unfamiliar words) as part of that. I gave her some tips about TOEFL reading (i.e. inferring meaning of words from their context) and told her a bit about the speaking portion of the TOEFL. Her reading ability is fairly strong and she got most of the answers correct without hesitation. She doesn't have a lot of time to prepare of the test but I feel confident. To end the session I gave her a homework assignment of reading another TOEFL reading exercise from her book. By her next session I will have my own copy of the TOEFL book.
Today I had the pleasure of meeting the student. We discussed our plan for her to excel and pass the exam. I assisted her in setting up a study calendar, to help her with organization and time management. The next tutor session we will work on reading/listening practice questions and discuss her study schedule.
Began work on TOEFL, using a study guide. Today was spent with an overview of the entire test and an in depth look at the reading section. The student finds TOEFL questions more manageable than similar SAT questions, mostly due to the vocabulary difficulty.
