Certified Tutors From University of Georgia

...In addition to classroom experience, I have experience tutoring college students and adults in a number of disciplines with their writing needs. I also work with clients who are adult professionals interested in enhancing their professional identities. I have three degrees in English: a BA and MA from the University of Georgia and a Ph.D....

...work with someone whose number one goal is to tailor instruction to fit the specific needs and personality of the students in a way that a classroom setting cannot provide. One of the most rewarding parts of being a teacher is seeing a student overcome the challenges he/she is facing and become confident as he/she...

...attain fluency in French. I thoroughly enjoy tutoring and try to bring that sense of fun and positivity to every student and every lesson - even when the content is difficult or the student is frustrated. Getting to know my students, their interests, strengths, and weaknesses is how I help them learn and see the...

...variety of settings, most notably as a substitute teacher (primarily middle school) and as a Resident Advisor for college Freshmen. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but am most focused on LSAT/law school related subjects and psychology. I believe we never truly stop learning, and have found that I learn best when helping others...

...balance and integration of my passions for the Arts and academia. I approach tutoring on a case-by-case basis, allowing the student to inform me of what he or she needs and what methods of teaching work best for them. I always hold my students and myself accountable, expecting a reasonable amount of progress over a...

I have experience mentoring and tutoring elementary, high school, and law students. I'm patient, enjoy learning, and I am passionate about helping students learn and better themselves.

...an undergraduate, I was a teaching assistant for a political writing and research course and an Islamic studies course. As part of this, I did extensive proofreading and editing of student papers and taught weekly lectures on writing skills and current events. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about...

...to become a successful student were filled with perseverance, which became the theme of my professional endeavors. After working extremely hard to be accepted into my top choice medical school at Duke University, I again found myself in a situation where I felt under prepared and lost. Through much work and research about study skills,...

...to what they are working on, inspiration flows and an attention to detail naturally follows. I strive to foster a sense of pride in my students; by building self-confidence, I bring out natural ability in my students that they might not know that they possess. In my free time, I enjoy reading, acting, writing, directing,...

...same philosophy with all of my students. I firmly believe that any student can master any subject or test, it is simply a matter of changing the way that material is presented and understood. Education is a vital part of personal development, and I consider it an honor to help students master material. When I'm...

...ACT verbal/writing, college application essays, general essay writing and editing, and Language Arts schoolwork. I also have experience teaching TOEFL, GED Prep, AP US and World History, and AP Psychology. I believe that education should be tailored to student needs and learning styles, and I try to get to know my students on a personal...

...with memory) -videos to help with understanding concepts I have also mentored students at the K-12 and college levels. So not only will we go over science topics we can also create future career goals, and chat about sports, baking, or pets. My ears are open and my mind is sympathetic to my student's needs.

...can express any confusion or difficulties she or he may be facing and I can then show them the best way to work through it. I often tell my students that I love the phrase, “I don’t know how to…” because that is the best way to know how to improve. When I’m not teaching...

...there, I continued to live and work in Germany for four years. I taught English as a foreign language and earned a CELTA teaching certificate offered through Cambridge's ESL program. In 2012 I decided to return to the US to pursue a Master of Pubic Health. I received my MPH from the University of South...

...I taught sixth grade math and the past two years I have been teaching high school math, grades tenth through twelfth. I think I make a good tutor because I can relate to my students well, I do my best to meet the needs of the families I work with, and I am always honest...

...to review the material and practice strategies with the student until he/she feels fully confident! I am very conscientious and thorough, and no matter what subject I'm tutoring, I will do everything in my power to help a student understand the material and gain confidence! I will put in time and effort to stay up...

...for over six years, and I always strive to connect with my students to help them build confidence and learn the material and skills that they need to be successful. In addition, I always encourage keeping an open and clear line of communication with my students so that we can work together as a team....

...development, urban renewal, cultural appreciation, teaching to different age groups, and the arts. Prior to this fellowship, I have worked as a private tutor, interned in the public education department of a major state museum, and volunteered with an after-school EFL tutoring program for disadvantaged youth. From these experiences, I've developed a tireless work ethic,...

...him "If you could be any animal, what would you be?" I knew the library had a large section of zoology books, and hoped to pique his interest. Immediately, he responded "A fish!" The following weeks were filled with shark, octopus, and whale books. To this day, his transformation from disinterested to engaged and motivated...

...No English allowed. Then came the short essays. The articles. The Spanish films. The poems. I was hooked. Then I began choosing the assignments, and my proficiency soared. I had found a passion for something I had never thought I would enjoy, and all it took was a simple challenge and vague interest. I realized...