Certified Tutors From Goucher College

...solve mathematical puzzles and love to see their confidence grow as they realize their own potential. I respect that each student has his or her strengths and weaknesses and I do not accept that math is undoable for any student. I encourage students to approach each problem and concept in their own particular way so...

...the trickiness of the problems and the unique euphoria students can feel when they master the analytical techniques required to solve these types of problems. My tutoring philosophy is to empower students to feel confident in their own abilities, NOT to cultivate dependence or rote memorization. To do this, I tend to ask a lot...

...My test preparation is rooted in knowing the test material, and then performing on test day. Test anxiety is a problem for many students, and with my psychology background students learn to test with confidence. In my spare time, I am a voracious reader and write and perform comedy, including stand up, sketch and improv.

...personal philosophy about anything is that we learn the most from our mistakes, and if you let fear keep you from attempting something, you will never get anywhere. Take chances; make mistakes and learn from them. In addition to writing and teaching, I enjoy hand-spinning, weaving and knitting, as well as gardening and cooking. My...

...traditional testing, quizzing, and memorizing exercises. When I worked with teens, I taught an elective course in Jewish story-telling and led a literary magazine workshop for teen-aged girls at a homeschooling program called Ashreinu Educational Programs for Girls. I worked on creating a milieu where the students felt comfortable expressing themselves creatively while acting in...

...kayaking, running, weight training, doing newspaper blackout poems, and, above all, reading and writing. Working with students should be fun as we look to unpack the English language in an accessible way. Why? Because no matter what field a person elects, clarity and skill with the written word will translate into success across ANY discipline.

...who are driven and want to meet their goals, be they academic or just for fun. Getting to know students is part of the fun, and the lasting relationships I build with fellow German-learners motivates me to give tutoring my all. Aside from studying and tutoring German, I enjoy playing the drum set and writing...

...am a native English-speaker with a B.A. in Spanish and a passion for helping others learn. The Spanish language and the cultures of Latin American inspire me, and I love sharing that spark with fellow language-learners. During college, I tutored undergraduate and adult students in Spanish, and also served as and writing tutor for English...

...One of my favorite things about chemistry is finding new strategic ways to solve problems. While in high school I tutored middle school math and once I was in college I began tutoring in chemistry and biology. It always feels really rewarding to teach someone something or help them see it in a new light.

...my strengths is communication: I like to focus on building a relationship so we can grow together. Let's make this easy! My strongest subject is definitely Math. I have experience tutoring high school aged and college students, and I also have experience working at Baltimore County Public Schools with elementary schoolers as an adult assistant....

...students looking to advance their skills in analytical writing. Tutoring should be tailor-made to fit YOUR needs and focus on the skills you want to strengthen. As your tutor, I will help you achieve the goals you set for yourself in a timely, efficient way. I skillfully combine my wealth of content expertise with a...

...Mandela once said that "education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." As a full time teacher, educational advocate and graduate school student for education I am a strong believer in the power of education and the abilities it has to not only change ones own reality but the...

...them make progress towards their educational goals are my favorite parts of the job. Prior to earning a Master's degree in Higher Education from the University of Michigan, I worked with high school and adult students to improve their skills in a variety of subject areas and to prepare for standardized testing.

...have taught math in 1st thru 9th grade classrooms. Presently, I am working as a behavior specialist in an elementary school. I see tutoring as an opportunity to share my knowledge and passion and give back to students. I hope to help you gain comfort in your subject and boost your confidence.

...chemistry tutor at my college for the past 2 1/2 years. I believe that tutoring is a very rewarding job. I love interacting with students and helping them reach that "light bulb" moment when everything becomes clear. I also like the one-on-one attention that I can give students because I believe it really helps with...

...you have the technical aspect down, completing and reviewing journal prompts can help develop your voice as a writer. Writing is my job, but it's also my hobby and passion. Whether I'm composing a blog post or piece of poetry, I take a creative approach to my craft. I'd love to share this fun with...

I am a History Major that specifies predominantly in pre-modern Europe, but I am open to American history and I am aware of the broad strokes of Asain history as well. I look to aid students in their critical thinking, stressing the ability to analyze effectively over the acquisition of knowledge.

I believe that education is the key to success. With a background in cultural sustainability, partnerships, and digital media, I can teach a variety of subjects, including but not limited to: history, algebra, study skills, and coding in python, javascript, and css.

J'adore le francais et les langues. Me gusta el espanol. Die deutsche Sprache mag ich.

...aspect of my tutoring methods. A great tutoring session happens, when I help a student to success on a particular assignment by giving them the tools to use language better, so that achievement comes easier in the future. Outside of tutoring, I like to find ways to help as a communications consultant, and caring for...