Julia
Certified Tutor
...working with a young child in Mandarin Chinese. I aim to always create interesting and engaging curricula to encourage the student to develop and exercise speaking, listening, and simple reading skills, at the same time encourage and cultivate a passion and curiosity for the Chinese culture. Through my experiences, I have developed great tutoring approaches,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Dana
Certified Tutor
...Having experience as a teachers' assistant and working with students of different backgrounds allowed me to develop multiple teaching styles that reflect the students I am working with. I have the ability to teach and tutor students who are visual learners by using charts, tables, and tools for memorization and applied learning, in addition, to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Personal and Professional Communications
Conor
Certified Tutor
...with students by exploring their strengths, talents,and interests. I also enjoy learning how a student responds to a particular style of instruction: visually, audibly and/or experientially. My interests include Hiking, Outdoor Photography, Street Art, and Hip-Hop culture. I went to college in Upstate New York, and attained degrees in Sociology and Public Administration from The...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Sociology
Masters, Public Administration
Chase
Certified Tutor
...school foreign language system we implement here in the United States. I, myself, struggled with Spanish at the beginning of high school, but through perseverance and a new-found passion for the language, I was able to score a 5 on the AP Spanish exam. I have been a Spanish tutor at my college since my...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Spanish and International Relations
Alyssa
Certified Tutor
...grade - Adult and I worked with them to improve their reading decoding skills, comprehension skills, as well as writing skills. Through my course work I also gained knowledge and experience administering and analyzing variety of reading assessments to help me identify the needs and strengths of students. I believe I bring a lot of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Childhood and Special Education
Masters, Reading Specialist
Erin
Certified Tutor
...Because I have worked with students with diverse educational and personal backgrounds in a variety of settings, I am well-qualified to be your tutor. I believe that students who are motivated can achieve anything that they set their minds to, and I enjoy tutoring because I like helping students gain confidence in their abilities and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Masters, Biological Sciences
ACT English: 31
ACT Science: 31
Ashley
Certified Tutor
...realized that teaching was much more than bestowing information upon a room of students, to be soaked up by their sponge-like brains. I came to understand that teaching is far more complex, demanding, and rewarding than I ever imagined. Like teaching in a classroom, tutoring involves more than academic content. Tutors must instruct and reinforce...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History, Anthropology
Masters, Science Education (Geosciences, 5-12)
Jason
Certified Tutor
...years I hope to start Teaching math on the middle school or high school level. I hope to give students a strong understanding of math and change those students that "hate" math into students who at least persevere through it because they understand it's importance. Outside of academics I like to keep myself well rounded....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics
Masters, Adolescent Education in Mathematics
Katharine
Certified Tutor
...technician and teacher. Overall, my passion is communication. What I mean, is that no matter what it is I am teaching I love helping people gain a better understanding of whatever knowledge they need. English is my favorite, but I have taught many people to learn it as a language as well. Literature is a...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Mary Ashley
Certified Tutor
I am a current licensed educator, in the fields of elementary, literacy and special education that is passionate about helping students. I enjoy figuring out ways to teach students who may be struggling with specific material and seeing their confidence build as they find success with the academics.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Childhood and Special Education
Masters, Literacy
Zachary
Certified Tutor
...tutor in is SAT/ACT math. I enjoy teaching students to work in a quick but effective manner for these exams. My main philosophy is to go through as many practice questions as possible with students so that the subject becomes second nature. I have been tutoring for the past five years across Long Island, New...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Mathematics and Economics
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 700
Amanda
Certified Tutor
...teacher with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools. I have taught lower elementary for 6 years. Teaching is my passion. I believe that all children can learn, no matter their background or challenges. My favorite part of teaching is when a student has finally understood the content, and I can see the excitement in his/her face!... I believe that all students can learn, no matter their backgrounds or challenges. I approach teaching with an open, creative mind, using...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementary and Special Education
Masters, Literacy Specialist
Mike
Certified Tutor
...and Mathematics departments of SUNY at Geneseo for the past four years. During this time, I have gained a deep understanding of how best to work with students one on one and also the ins and outs of how assignments are actually graded. I'm very personable and I really enjoy helping students to understand math,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Physics and Math
Michael
Certified Tutor
...culture. I currently work as a bilingual sixth grade teacher, teaching English Language Arts and Social Studies. All of these experiences have definitely made my passion for working in education grow, and have shown me that I have an aptitude for helping people of all ages to understand the concepts that they need to reach...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Spanish
Thomas
Certified Tutor
...conducting ecological and behavioral research on wild howler monkeys in Nicaragua. Currently I spend my time tutoring students and taking graduate courses at Stony Brook University in the Ecology and Evolution department. I am passionate about teaching and helping students succeed in academics. I believe in treating students as individuals and catering my style to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Minda
Certified Tutor
...school physics/AP Physics teacher and have taught since 2006. Prior to that I taught at SUNY Geneseo and have enjoyed teaching physics to new students each year. I look forward to working with new students and working with them to be able to explore the world around us through the lens of science.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Physics and Mathematics
Masters, Math/Science/Technology Integration Education
Andrea
Certified Tutor
...teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages. I worked for a semester as a tutor for a middle school student. I student taught English Literature and Writing to both middle school students and high school students. I worked in an enrichment classroom where I worked with struggling students on reading and writing skills. I was...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English Literature
Current Grad Student, Education
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 760
GRE Verbal: 165
Melissa
Certified Tutor
...Special Education, and a Masters degree in Literacy. I am currently pursuing a Post-baccalaureate certificate in Autism Studies to further my knowledge and skills for working with students with ASD. Working with struggling students is my passion. In the past, I have tutored both individually and in small groups working with elementary-aged students and college...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education
Megan
Certified Tutor
I am currently a 5th grade teacher in Northern Virginia. I have been an educator for over 7 years and experience in multiple grade levels and curriculums, including special needs and Common Core. I strive to make content relatable and understandable for my students and work tirelessly until they are confident and capable.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Master of Science, Education
Alex
Certified Tutor
Driven and passionate person with strong communication skills interested in pursuing a career in education. Seasoned leader and tutor with the ability to manage teams and communicate effectively.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
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