Kathryn
Certified Tutor
...their full potential. I also have three years of experience substituting and have previously worked at Huntington Learning Center. I studied Creative Writing at SUNY Purchase, which taught me to write, edit, and critique. Because of this, I love to tutor language arts and writing. My background in writing has taught me to be concise...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Creative Writing
Current Grad Student, Elementary Education & Teacher of Students with Disabilities
Rachel
Certified Tutor
...underprivileged middle school and high school students. I am comfortable tutoring those who are gifted as well as those with learning disabilities. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but am most passionate about Computer Science, Math, and Test Prep. These are all subjects in which a student can feel completely lost or stuck. In...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theater Education
Masters, Theater Studies
GRE Quantitative: 165
Letizia
Certified Tutor
...State University. I have been working with students for more than thirty years at all levels. I have been teaching and tutoring in Italian, Spanish, Latin and also ESL for company employees. I do not have a favorite subject, I love them all. I tutor students according to their needs and abilities. Every student is...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Italian/Spanish
PHD, Italian Language and Literature
Ana
Certified Tutor
...the learner builds on his/her knowledge in a way that is applicable, meaningful, and useful. I also think that all children deserve the opportunity to learn in a nurturing, safe environment, where they are valued and cherished- regardless of cognitive ability. I have spent the majority of my life learning about different subjects that interested...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Computer Science
Masters, Education
Melissa
Certified Tutor
...has the ability to learn and grow. However, each child is different and these differences in learning styles or prerequisite knowledge have to be taken into consideration. It is up to the teacher to find out what skills gaps each child may have and create an individualized plan to implement in order for the child...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementary Education
Masters, Reading
Saundra
Certified Tutor
...sure that the student can think through the problem. I have a teaching degree as well as a certification in accounting and my MBA. I currently teach at a county college, and have taught at a college level for 15 years. I enjoy teaching, and have always put the student first. I look forward to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementarty Education / Accounting post ba certification
Masters, Management
Justin
Certified Tutor
...learn and know that I can make it fun; even for students that are currently in a rough place with their education. I'm an older brother to three younger brothers and a coach for baseball/basketball. I love teaching academics but also really enjoy teaching others how to do things that aren't necessarily academic. For some...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Family & Child Studies
Masters, Educational Administration
Doreen
Certified Tutor
...the past as far as their writing goes, so they exhibit a lack of confidence. No matter where on that scale they may be when they arrive in my session, my goal for all of them is to help them become better writers and communicators than they were when they first came to me. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, English
Janice
Certified Tutor
...a patient and consistent tutor that does not hesitate to review techniques and questions over and over until the topic is clear. I am a native Spanish speaker who moved here during high school. My experience has allowed me to have an understanding of anyone who is an English Language Learning or trying to learn...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Sociology minor Spanish
Stephen
Certified Tutor
...professional experience has been in grades one through high school, both in the states and in China. I have also tutored students from toddlers through the graduate school level. Tutoring with me will be warm and firm, as well as fun and challenging. Please refer to my wide range of qualifications to see how well rounded...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English and Philosophy
Masters, Teaching, K - 6
GRE Verbal: 167
Debra
Certified Tutor
...of elementary education students. Working one on one in tutoring sessions enables me to hone in on particular needs of my students, at different grades and levels. Sometimes, content or format modifications are required. Other times, delivery of instruction or positive reinforcement pertaining to confidence and motivation is needed. Input from family members and students...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Child Psychology
Masters, Special Education
Krystalyn
Certified Tutor
...School students from Passaic and Paterson Biology and Forensic Science. I enjoy helping students do the very best that they can and provide opportunities for students to grow and even surpass their very best! In my free time I enjoy soccer games at Red Bull arena, cooking, reading, hiking and traveling- my most recent adventure...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Education
Zobeida
Certified Tutor
...learning challenging concepts. In my experience, in order to help a struggling student, you must first take the time to get to know the student and work together to find an approach that works best for that student. I am passionate about providing students the opportunity multiple ways in which they can demonstrate their learning....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Early Childhood Development
Masters, Special Education
Monica
Certified Tutor
...in Premedical Sciences. I also am an EMT. I have worked on the ambulances and in the hospitals and I find taking care of others extremely rewarding. For the next few years, I will be attending medical school. Along this entire journey, I have been tutoring students of a wide span of ages, from middle...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Current Grad Student, Premedical Sciences
Cailin
Certified Tutor
...have run my own banding station in the past, tracking migration and population numbers of songbirds. I currently volunteer for projects involving banding migrating shorebirds in the spring and hawks in the fall. I've also been involved in wild bird rehabilitation - helping sick and injured wild birds recover and be released back into the...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Bachelor of Science, English
Masters, Biology, General
Brenda
Certified Tutor
...received my Bachelors in English at Montclair State University. Shortly after, I received my Master of the Art of Teaching degree at Montclair State. I hold two certifications, English and Teacher of Students with Disabilities. Before teaching, I served as a mentor and English tutor to college students. I enjoy working with students because I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Teaching
Jerzy
Certified Tutor
...that in life we are not promised a life free of hardship, challenges and storms but we are promised peace in the middle of it all. A dedicated and focused teaching professional committed to providing a well balanced and engaging learning environment. Ability to be a team player and resolve problems and conflicts professionally. Proficient...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Pedagogy and Teaching
Turrell
Certified Tutor
...make it simple to understand, they will be more likely to retain the information. Another attribute I believe is necessary to be an outstanding teacher, is to never stop learning yourself. We as educators have to continue to develop professionally and work on our "craft". Since our world is constantly evolving with technology and other...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics
Ludmila
Certified Tutor
...lasting relationships with families of former students and have celebrated their achievements such as the recent graduation from Harvard Law School and the marriage of some of my former students this past year! My experience as a college instructor also enhances my ability to work with teens and adult learners. Ive taught classes on learning...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology/Education
Masters, Education (Reading)
Gabrielle
Certified Tutor
...feel as gratified as creating an environment for children to grow, feel nurtured, and learn. Children taught me so much about myself in my young adulthood and the idea of being an educator where I could make a career out of teaching and learning seemed like the obvious choice. I quickly applied for teacher assistant...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Communication Arts
Masters, Education
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