Certified Tutors From Ball State University

...and I know so many students can benefit by individualized attention. I hope to teach by example, to provide clear and simple explanations for complex concepts, and to be able to review and give advice as quickly and thoroughly as possible. When I am not working, I love spending time with my two dogs, cooking,...

...Academy, and the Latin School of Chicago). I have traveled with high school students to many destinations both domestically and in Europe. I am passionate about helping students with their study of Latin (a great language!) and about helping them improve the craftsmanship of their writing--from poetry and fiction to college essays and everything in...

...are garden variety formulas, equations, variables, etc. in Mathematics and Statistics that may call for "memorization", but it is of utmost importance that a learner be able to use their own reasoning to work through problems. For me, it is important that I communicate problems in real-world context and emphasize that there is almost always...

...child gets something he/she did not understand before. I like to build a relationship with each student and find out what type of learner he/she is and use methods which will help a child succeed. I believe that a student is not going to be motivated unless he or she is connected with the material....

...club and also the federal reserve team for economics which involved traveling and competing over economic debates. I also competed and finance competitions. These educational involvements, along with my experience, have supplied me with an abundance of knowledge in which I genuinely desire to share. I look forward to potentially sharing with you and embarking...

...to be effective. I love when students have specific questions about the material they are working on because it means they have an understanding of their strengths and weaknesses. I want to encourage students to always be able to explain why they picked a certain answer or what steps they took to solve a problem....

...GPA in my Bachelor's and a 4.0 in my Master's. Although I teach special education, I have a desire to help all students. I currently host after school tutoring on the 6th grade campus for which I work, and I enjoy working with general education students as much as I do with students who have...

...that my students understand the basic concepts of the material as well as real world examples where this math would be valuable. I work to ensure that they have the best techniques and practical skills to perform well on tests and to be able to do the homework on their own after our sessions are...

As I finish my Masters in Higher Education, I look forward to assisting students in writing and brushing up on skills necessary for placement testing. My passion lies in advising and helping young (and older) adults learn.... Each student is an individual. Each processes information in a different way. I will assess what I can of an individual’s learning style, discuss their question/issue and help them arrive at an answer.

...of learning that are going to help you the most. My mom was an English teacher and librarian, so I've got a great eye for editing grammar. I'm also a creative artist, so I can also help you with essays and research papers. I have been a public speaking coach for years, so I'm also...

...not Greek or Latin, that required the most intense scrutiny. This has provided an excellent background for approaching English grammar and comprehension. In mathematics I am a true amateur (in the Latin sense - "amo, amare, amavi, amatus" to love). I had always been interested in math and have enjoyed returning to it to tutor....

I have been tutoring for over 5 years now. I am pursing my bachelor's in education now for Math. I look forward to helping all of my students achieve their goals.

I am committed to helping the student learn material in a way that makes sense to them. If my usual approach does not work, I encourage students to tell me and we will work on a method of instruction that works best for them.

Learning can be a challenge, but that's ok. No one is great at every facet of school or of life. Asking for help when you need it is always the best option. I would love to help out any student struggling with the subjects listed on my profile.

I love chemistry. I also enjoy making chemistry concepts easier for people to understand and conceptualize. My goal is for my students to at least feel like they survived chemistry.

...addition, I have also contributed over twenty articles to Louisville.com. I received my BFA in Visual Communications from Ball State University, where I also acquired a strong set of photography and image editing skills. I then completed my MA in Graphic Design at SCAD, where I am currently finalizing my thesis for an MFA in...

...life-long learners. I am available to tutor Elementary level Reading, Writing, and Math. I am also able to help students prepare for standardized tests. When I am not working with my "kids" in the classroom, I am home with my own two children, 4 years and 8 weeks old. I enjoy spending time outdoors with...

...the academic spectrum: from those working with learning disabilities/accommodations & struggling with timing to those trying to achieve perfect scores. Although I always create individualized plans, I focus on teaching every student the most effective, step-by-step way to approach each question on each section of the test. Beyond test prep, I've taught/tutored just about every...

...college-level courses in Introductory Biology, Microbiology, and Anatomy and Physiology. Though, I also teach non-majors, most of my students are planning careers in health care fields such as nursing and respiratory therapy. I also have experience teaching HS level Biology and Integrated Chemistry and Physics as well as math remediation courses for those not prepared...

I am dedicated to making sure that each student is learning and has the skills that they need to be successful in school and in life.