Hi! My name is Patty-Lynn. I am an ESL teacher, and English is my passion! I love to go on long walks, make new recipes, and curl up with a good book. I also enjoying playing my flute, which I have played for 15 years! I'm excited to get to know you and help you reach your unique goals.
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...I also taught ESL for 24 years as a classroom teacher in the US and abroad. I worked in 6 different countries. Loved every minute. I retired, but still want to teach, so I have been working online for about 5 years. I frequently and successfully teach TOEFL. I can help u with all 4 sections of the exam. In addition, many of my students enjoy Engoo reading and speaking lessons and discussion questions websites...
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...and engaging! I graduated from Ithaca College with degrees in English Literature and Spanish, and went on to teach English abroad in South America: first in Colombia, then in Brazil through a Fulbright grant. Literature, foreign languages, and social studies are my specialties, but I'm comfortable in all subject areas. I'm an encouraging and warm presence in the classroom, and get to know the needs of the students I work with so that we can...
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...tutoring experience, I focus on middle school writing, emphasizing practical communication skills and cultural awareness. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive environment where students can confidently engage with English in real-world contexts. I believe that fostering a love for language and learning empowers students to thrive in a globalized world. Outside the classroom, I enjoy exploring diverse cultures through travel and languages, which enriches my teaching approach and helps me connect with my...
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...language, test preparation, and in university and corporate contexts. I'm licensed and experienced in teaching all content areas for elementary grades. I really enjoy making Math and Science fun, and I'm a book lover! For middle and high school, I specialize in Social Studies, Humanities, and Literature/Language Arts at the secondary level. Project-based learning, research skills, and integration of technology are some elements that I use to make learning meaningful and connected to the real...
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Can also tutor:SSAT, SAT, PSAT and 88 more subjects.
...and Test Prep courses for more than 8 years. I have taken the GRE, IELTS, and TOEFL tests. Therefore, I have pretty good experience with how those exams look like. My current PhD research is in Intercultural Communications and Video games. I have designed a winning -award video game in 2013. I am also a Teaching Associate in Indiana University of Pennsylvania. I've taught Animation, 2D Game Development, Multimedia, 3D Game Design and Development, and...
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...an ESL teacher at New Mexico State University. As a test prep instructor, I taught SAT, SSAT, TOEFL, and GRE. Test Prep, as I have come to experience it does not mean the memorizing of 10,000 things. It is understanding that standardized tests are logic games, that they test nothing outside what you have already learned in school. The rub comes from the presentation, that standardized tests are designed as puzzles. There are rules and...
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Iam graduate of Information Technology and Management from Lady Doak College , India , I also have 5 years of working in IT Industry as a software developer , I enjoy teaching and passionate on sharing knowledge, i have experience tutoring English , Math and Coding Languages to students of varied group . Sharing concepts relating to real life model is my strong suit also engaging and crearting safe environment for students and always positive.
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...chess, English as a second language, Spanish, public speaking and drama. My favorite of all of these is to teach chess especially to children. Something about developing young minds to become strategic something about teaching young minds about consequences and thinking before they move really fulfills me. I recently got my TEFL l certification which stands for teaching English as a foreign language. When I am not tutoring or teaching any above subjects I enjoy...
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...successful. Understanding that education is the key, I secured my high-school diploma, my bachelor's degree, and a master's in education. Building such a strong foundation made me even more passionate about helping my students secure academic success. For 14 years, I taught English Language Arts, and AP English with enthusiasm while helping my students reach their full academic potential. I look forward to helping my future students reach their academic goals, thereby securing a bright...
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...Turkey (did I mention that I love to travel?) for one year. After returning to the US, I taught briefly at a local junior high school, but then took a job teaching students in China via an online program. I love English - reading, writing, and teaching. I have written several novels and truly enjoy all the gifts of language. Aside from English, I enjoy playing guitar and drums, hiking (when I have the chance), running,...
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...PhD program in English, which I began in 2008. I received my master's degree from Harvard in 2010 and the following fall I began assisting professors with their courses in Harvard College as a doctoral student. I worked closely with some of the best professors in the world and I modeled my unique pedagogy after their example. As a scholar with a traditional background in the liberal arts, I share my mentors' staunch commitment to...
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...like a native OR improve your ELA scores. Whether you are studying for a career advancement or a placement test, I have programs and tools to assist you where you currently are in your English journey. I am also a Master Certified Professional Coach, M.C.P.C. I use my coaching to enhance the critical thinking and confidence through executive functioning, study and soft skills, test taking strategies, organizational skills, goal planning, removing blocks and negative mindset,...
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...Volunteer in the Kyrgyz Republic, where I lived and worked in a small village. I taught English to students in 3rd-11th grades and conducted summer camps and teacher trainings, too. I have also served as a Big Brother with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and coached youth sports (tennis, water polo, and swimming) throughout my life. My specialty areas are in English as a Second Language (ESL), reading, and writing (GRE/SAT/in general). Please feel...
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...learning process and hope to be of service to you in your academic pursuits. During my last position as an English teacher in China, I had over 500 primary school students with very basic English knowledge and found it very rewarding to be able to help them interact in class and learn English in a fun way. I have also worked with adults in a university setting, and have had successful results with helping them...
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...major digital newsroom. In my spare time I enjoy writing on various subjects on my sites Artofessays.com and UltrabookReview.com. I also DJ and run events for my music project "Electric Mirage", and currently have residency on CuttersChoiceRadio. My specialties include: * Academic writing (secondary through post-grad) * Essays * Technical writing * Psychology * Journalism * Creative writing * Editing * Personal statements * IELTS test prep and grading * Public speaking * Business skills (finding...
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...focus on language processing. Now, on a more casual note, I love traveling and have done it extensively throughout North America, Asia, and Europe. I also love to bake, am extremely extroverted, and have been trained as a choral singer since I was 7. I like to think of myself as laid-back, but professional and highly driven. I find myself comfortable in almost every situation I find myself in! I look forward to speaking with...
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Can also tutor:CLEP, ACT, PSAT and 77 more subjects.
Education
The University of Tennessee - Bachelors, English Literature (minors in Africana Studies, Cinema Studies, & Secondary Education)
...dedicated to teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). While I have many years business experience, I was downsized in early 2009 when the US economy crashed. I reinvented myself as an ESL instructor and have never looked back. Travel is my passion in life and I have always enjoyed meeting people from different cultures. I am friendly, flexible and professional. I believe in enjoying life every day and I love seeing students become more...
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Can also tutor:ACT, ISEE, HSPT and 18 more subjects.
Education
Bryant Stratton College - Buffalo NY - Bachelors, Business
...on the SAT and have experience tutoring students for this exam, providing them with strategies and insights to achieve high scores. My primary passion lies in mathematics, a subject that I believe holds endless possibilities for exploration and problem-solving. I am particularly fascinated by the myriad ways a single mathematical problem can be approached and solved. Encouraging my students to think creatively and explore different methods is a key aspect of my teaching philosophy. I...
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Can also tutor:SAT, SSAT, ACT and 198 more subjects.
Education
University of Toronto, Mississauga - Bachelor, Computer Science
...environment in a structured and organized classroom. To ensure inclusivity, I use diverse teaching methods that cater to individual learning styles, making sure that everyone understands, and nobody is left behind. Considering teenagers struggle to understand the importance and difference of formal vs informal use of language, my teaching style is based on three key beliefs: First, I use a deductive approach that allows learners to apply their language skills to structured activities and real-life...
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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.
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Recent Waterloo 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.
