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...school. During college, I started tutoring students in German and Spanish as well, especially in grammar. At this point in time I realized I could help students in both of these languages. In addition I have taken Spanish grammar courses at Montclair State University, thanks to which I have been able to help my fellow...
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Anna: University at Albany tutor
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...with behavioral, emotional, and learning difficulties as well as gifted and talented students. I have also tutored several students over the past few years in math, reading, and writing. I enjoy tutoring because it allows for the instruction to be tailored towards a student's specific needs. It's a great way to help a child succeed!
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Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Master of Arts, Reading
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Randall: University at Albany tutor
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...an A.S. in Chemistry, and continued my education at Montclair State University where I earned a B.S. in Biochemistry. Helping students to understand, master, and succeed in Chemistry and Biology is something that I find personally rewarding, and the accolades that Ive received from my students over the past six years have been highly gratifying....
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Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Maria: University at Albany tutor
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...situation in which I was able to encourage artistic activities such as painting, acting, and singing. I am a fan of theatre and have studied acting before, and I am confident that it is essential to every child's learning experience to find a space for expression. Teaching is a job I truly enjoy doing because...
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Bachelor in Arts, Spanish Lit
Alan: University at Albany tutor
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...STEM education curricular programs in the country. In addition to teaching, I served as a member of the Connections to Algebraic Thinking Focus Group for my district. Our group was tasked with adjusting the middle school curriculum to better prepare students for the study of Algebra. I also completed the Emerging Leaders Program offered by...
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Bachelors, Film Scoring
Master of Arts, Teaching
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Jillian: University at Albany tutor
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...Physics, Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, and Statistics. I enjoy tutoring Physics because it is easier to understand concepts behind Math and is most seen in everyday life. When I work with students, I look for holes in their understanding and try to fill in the concepts behind it. I strive for the student to be able...
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Bachelor in Arts, Physics
Kelliann: University at Albany tutor
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...effervescent person who is passionate about teaching. It is rewarding to help determined students become successful. As for tutoring, I can help your son or daughter improve their testing scores, help develop their writing skills (especially the dreaded research paper), and strengthen their reading and comprehension skills. Although I teach 11th grade, I am capable...
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Bachelor in Arts, English and Education
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Meagan: University at Albany tutor
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I am a caring, compassionate, and a thorough teacher and tutor. I believe that each and every student can succeed when given a supportive environment. In my teaching experience, I have found that working one-on-one with students through tutoring is a great way to build students' confidence and work through difficult concepts.
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Bachelor in Arts, Dance Education
Eric: University at Albany tutor
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...communicating in Spanish and across cultural lines. I am also qualified to teach ESL/ESOL as I have previously tutored both in the US and in Spain. My training in several foreign languages broadens my understanding of the language learning process and has helped me understand learning styles and to craft my session to best assist...
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Bachelor in Arts, Spanish/International Studies
Master of Arts, Social Sciences: Anthropology
Sammantha: University at Albany tutor
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...student, family,and myself. It is a cohesive relationship that has a main priority to set educational goals and reach them together. I strive to not only meet, but exceed those goals in the best way possible. In my spare time I enjoy reading, exercise,(kickboxing, yoga, visiting museums) and spending time with family and friends.
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Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Master of Arts, Educational Leadership
State Certified Teacher
Maria: University at Albany tutor
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...by January. Growing up in a multicultural household, languages and culture have become a passion for me. Learning and helping other learn to love languages, history and cultural diversity has become a big part of my life. Aside from learning languages and history, I am also interested in food. Cooking, baking and experimenting different cuisines...
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Bachelor in Arts, Education
State Certified Teacher
Cala: University at Albany tutor
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...enjoy watching anime and collecting word of wisdoms. My top 5 anime are: "Naruto, Death Note, Special A, Kimi ni Todoke and Kare Kano." I strongly believes that learning a foreign language creates more opportunity for one; it opens more doors because you are able to understand someone else's world. Learning a foreign language makes...
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Bachelor in Arts, French
Michael: University at Albany tutor
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...a book about baseball (one of my passions) which was published in 1992. Besides writing and following baseball, my favorite activities include reading (especially James Joyce), watching films (especially from the 1950s), and listening to music (especially jazz from 1927-1963). I also find plenty of time to be with my grandchildren. My retirement date officially...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters, Education
Michael: University at Albany tutor
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...about. After teaching English as a foreign language in the Republic of Georgia for a year, I returned home to my native New Jersey to enter the next phase of my life and career. I currently teach history and social studies at the high school level. I have always loved to teach and to discuss...
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Bachelor in Arts, History, secondary education
Masters in Education, Special Education
GRE Verbal: 166
Paul: University at Albany tutor
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...Everyone I've worked with during my career --40 or 50 reporters -- has come to the task with the basics already in place. My job was not to build the engine from scratch but merely to fine-tune it. A little more about me: I'm a published book author and a newspaper reporter with about 10,000...
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Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Andrey: University at Albany tutor
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...since that time I have been a full-time teacher in a NJ High School. After school I do voluntary tutoring, and I am also a football and wrestling coach. I have taught 7th and 8th grade math, Algebra 1, and Geometry. I have also tutored in all those subjects including Algebra 2. I am most...
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Bachelor of Science, Math Education
Mark: University at Albany tutor
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...both argumentative and explanatory to a wide range of students with vastly different abilities. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading that which enriches...
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Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Science, Educational Leadership
John: University at Albany tutor
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...to become certified to teach elementary school. During my graduate study I maintained a strong GPA and received my K-6 certification in two years (four semesters). This past year I accepted a job in Rutherford, NJ as the Gifted and Talented/Keyboarding teacher. Since I received my bachelor's degree in Humanities, I had enough credit requirements...
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Bachelor in Arts, Humanitites
Elementary Ed
Alyssa: University at Albany tutor
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Hi, my name is Alyssa. I have been teaching and tutoring for approximately 2 1/2 years. I specialize in Reading, Language Arts, Writing, and standardized test prep. I have three New Jersey teaching certifications. ... While a student's academic ability and effort that they put into schoolwork is based on how much they care about their own education, the type of teacher that they have can make or break their desire to succeed. Whenever I think...
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Bachelors, English
Daniel: University at Albany tutor
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...every student is capable of success given the right tools and a little time and attention. Additionally, I have worked with high school level students as well, especially aiding in the writing of college essays. I also have a strong knowledge of American History and am able to tutor students in that subject as well....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Educational Leadership
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