Certified Tutors From University of Hawaii at Manoa

...my students but also to promote positive learning so that my students have a strong foundation for lifelong learning, as the ritual of learning is a never ending one. My long-term goal is to have my own successful laboratory where I hope to inspire the next generation of scientists through real world conduction and application...

...class built upon. During this time I also volunteered with an after school STEM program for underprivileged 2-8th graders. During my undergraduate time, I spent a semester with a classroom of elementary school students where we created lesson plans and taught environmental science to the students. I also spent a summer working as a teacher's...

...a deep passion in education and child development. I have an extensive amount of experience working with children of all ages and I particularly enjoy grades 2-5. A part of my passion for education deals with my love for children and I plan to be a pediatric speech therapist upon receiving my Master's degree in...

...folkloric forms) from the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 2016. Moreover, I also am TEFL/TESOL Certified with over 160 hours of online theory and in-class practicums. Before graduating from Hawaii, I had worked in several departments across many schools that would be considered at risk. My greatest accomplishment was also my most challenging experience...

...Japan. I went to schools in Hawaii and Germany after high school in Japan and assisted Japanese teachers at college for 13 months. My philosophy of teaching is based on my own language learning experience as an adult. In the process of learning English, I acquired a new culture and made life adjustments. I know...

...students themselves are actively engaged participants. Matthew refuses to drone on or lecture where he believes discussion or questions on the students' part are far more effective for figuring out what weaknesses they have. These methods, he contends, are also more effective for shoring up those weaknesses and turning them into strengths. After all, if...

...others learn to love history as much as I do. I have been teaching AP History and all high school history subjects for five years. I also have a Master's Degree in Eastern European History, with a focus on Children's Education in the Soviet Union. I have been taught by the professors who literally wrote...

...comes to learning. A good teacher is someone who makes their students want to learn. Through Varsity Tutors I am committed to being a good teacher to all of my students and to help those struggling in certain subjects find a way to understand concepts in a way that works for them.

...My philosophy is that education is the most important tool to better ones life in all aspects. Currently, I live in Brooklyn, New York with my Fianc, Dog Meatball, and Turtle Crush. I grew up in California, but then moved to the east coast to pursue my education at Boston University and Brooklyn College. I...

...to stay at home with my two young daughters and left my job working for the Minnesota Department of Education. Having worked in the education field for so long, I know the importance for kids to receive proper supports in areas that they are struggling. I also know that students need to work with someone...

...and helping people learn. I have a strong foundation in Writing, Grammar, Algebra, and Science! When I am not studying, I love to hike, run, or do anything active with my husband. I also love to do crafts and bake! Some of my strengths are my organizational skills, time management, commitment, punctuality, attention to detail,...

...courses. I don't believe there is a "one-size fits" all lesson plan and my methods are comprised on getting to know my students academically and adapting learning plans to accommodate their strengths or difficulties. Every session I have, I do my best to optimize concept mastering and learning retention. My goal as a tutor is...

...in college, I taught first and fourth grade Language Arts. When I graduated from college, I went to Japan, where I taught English in high schools and privately to students of all ages. My oldest student was 80 years old! I have also taught college courses in World Music and Community Research. And, I taught...

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...students of all ages. For the past three years, I have concentrated on preparing students for both the IELTS and TOEFL exams. I am fluent in Mandarin-Chinese and have found this very helpful in working with Chinese students in terms of bridging cultural/linguistic gaps. I am currently employed at a charter school with a majority...

...math tutor for high school and elementary students. I was a foster parent of a new teenager and a scoutmaster or assistant. I worked 32 years at NASA/GSFC doing operational navigational support of satellites, research in solar astronomy, and writing software. I taught college physics labs and gave planetarium lectures to those of all ages.

...financial information systems, and I've trained Junior Security Analysts on analyzing network traffic, systems logs, and files for malware and malicious activity. I have a Master of Science in Information Technology with a focus in Systems and Information Security from Southern New Hampshire University. I spent two years at the University of Alabama in Huntsville...

...I received a Bachelor's in Spanish and Linguistics, and I'm currently pursuing my Master's in Linguistics at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa. I'm most passionate about language, whether that's teaching Spanish or working with endangered languages. I'm also excited to tutor in math and help others prepare for standardized tests like the GRE, SAT,...

I have my Masters of Fine Arts from the University of Hawaii. I teach college classes in photography, digital art, and general art topics. I am a photographer myself with experience in the visual and fine arts for several years.

...setting. My experience has taught me how to tailor my approach to each student's individual needs and learning style. I have obtained my Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. I am currently pursuing a Master's Civil Engineering and I am committed to my continuous learning and professional development. I tutor a variety of subjects including math,...