Certified Tutors From Converse College

...International Conference on Combinatorics, Graph Theory, and Computing two consecutive years, 2008 and 2009. Since graduation, I have spent over three years teaching Mathematics at the college/university level. I recently relocated to Houston, Texas, where I intend to continue teaching, tutoring, and mentoring. I have worked with third through fifth grade students with reading difficulties...

I have taught for several years in North and South Carolina from 4th grade to 12th grade. I enjoy helping students learn. ... Every student can learn. People learn differently, and it is my goal to find out how a student learns and design the lesson to fit that style.... Get to know the student and find out what they want to accomplish. I usually like to find out what they know about a subject.

I have always loved school and have always had a passion for helping others. From a very young age, I especially loved to read, not only for myself but to others. I look forward to working with students and helping them to reach their goals, whatever they may be.

I am a sophomore in college and I am looking to help students that are struggling in various subject areas. School is such an important part of life, and I want to help make the academic part easier for whoever needs help understanding concepts.

...Converse College in Spartanburg, SC and received a Master's Degree in Special Education. I am currently seeking an Ed.S. from East Carolina University in Educational Leadership. I have been in education for 27 years and have taught students from ages 4-84. My favorite subject to tutor is accounting. I LOVE accounting. It makes sense to...

...high school level science for 5 years and I am certified to teach all sciences. I have an undergraduate degree in biochemistry and a graduate degree in secondary education in biology. As an educator at my current school, I have served and continue to serve as the science department chair, a member of Digital Leadership...

...too, such as Music, English and Writing! I really enjoy helping and mentoring students with the college application process. Being able to help students decide what schools they want attend and what they need to do to get in is really gratifying. Mainly because I went through the entire college process by myself. I look...

...a strong GPA throughout high school and college, and I have taken a wide range of courses that will be applicable to multiple areas of tutoring. I also have four younger sisters whom I have tutored throughout their lives, which gives me a lot of practice! I am planning to attend graduate school next year.

...am a full time teacher experienced in preparing students for the ACTs and SATs, as well as various other academic subjects. I am passionate about ensuring that students not only know the content, but completely master the topic and develop strategies to do better all around. I am also very passionate about the performing arts...

...to pursue my passion for helping students bridge the gap from high school to college. I began working in undergraduate admissions while still pursuing several graduate-level courses in American History. I am happiest when I'm able to help, advise, and support; tutoring is another way to do exactly that! I believe in being patient, compassionate,...

...benefit students who are in need of tutoring in any part of the United States. I have over twenty years of experience in tutoring subjects such as PRAXIS I, PLT, geometry, PSAT, reading, writing, science, math, psychology, test prep, TOEFL, and other specific subjects. I am dedicated to education and most importantly, I am reliable....

...way. In addition to tutoring, I am a certified teacher with classroom teaching experience in high school math, personal finance, and elementary music and computer classes. I have managed tutors as a Director of Education for Sylvan Learning Center. In that role I curated curriculum in academic skill development, study skills, and test preparation which...

...in elementary school in English related subjects. I spent my last two years of high school volunteering and helping children at a local elementary school with their reading, writing, and spelling. I am a firm believer that learning is essential for a well-rounded life. I think learning a new language and studying things outside of...

...At my time at Trident Technical College, I helped students identify their strengths and weaknesses with their writing and guiding them toward improving those weaknesses. I also work with students to develop strategies for planning and organizing written work, learn to develop and clearly express ideas in writing, learn to demonstrate critical reading and thinking...

...sometimes is avoided or feared by students and my goal is to help them feel more confident and succeed. So much of what holds us back from learning a subject is lack of confidence. Many of my students have responded well to breaking concepts down into patterns, lots of practice and visual examples when possible....

I believe in the power of education, and the importance of knowledge. Hand in hand, education and the acquisition of knowledge can set us free from the negativity around us. We never stop learning, when we do, we stop growing as human beings.

...and high school grade levels. I possess outstanding verbal, written communication, research and critical thinking skills. I have proven ability to increase scores on standardized tests using best practices strategies. I promote high academic expectations to all students. I believe that all students can learn at their own pace with individualized instruction. I am strongly...

...the University of Pikeville. After obtaining my bachelor's degree I went on to attain my Masters in Education and Supervision from Converse College. Finally, I am in the process of completing my second master's degree from Arizona State University in History with a specialization in North American History. I teach most Social Studies subjects to...

...all 4 years. A few years after graduating I went back and received my master's degree in education. I have always been in elementary education. I love teaching all subjects. I have also been tutoring for over 10 years and have tutored all age groups and subjects! I like to use a variety of strategies...

...inspiring the next generation. Therefore, with over eight years of tutoring experience and through the College Teaching Program at Duke University, I have gained skills and experience in teaching and tutoring students in science using a student-focused personalized learning approach. We do not learn in the same way, but once we know what works for...