Certified Tutors From University of Kentucky

...things that we see and experience in our every day lives (not just in making things explode on the show MythBusters). As for my teaching style, I prefer to tailor my teaching style to the individual needs and learning style of each student that I work with. I recognize that everyone learns differently and has...

...a stumbling block. Sometimes, it's reading comprehension. Or a student may need extra practice to prepare for AP exams I tailor tutoring sessions to fit the skill level of each student. In addition to Spanish and French, I tutor in Writing, Literature, Grammar and Mechanics. I am multi-published (young adult novels, short stories, biographies, and...

...youngest faculty member on campus and my classes would always be among the first to fill up. In my classroom, my colleagues would describe me as being the goofiest person in the room but it was something that I found necessary to connect with my students. Being a younger professor I remember what it was...

...also spent time in small groups and one on one tutoring sessions for a variety of subjects in science. I am available to tutor biology, chemistry, microbiology, pharmacology, and anatomy and physiology. My favorite subjects to tutor are biology and microbiology because of the understanding required at a cellular level. I believe all students have...

...the Socratic Method. This style of teaching challenges a student's fundamental understanding of subject material through strategic inquiry and debate. This method is well suited for teaching science and builds critical thinking skills that can be applied to all aspects of a student's life. The critical thinking skills I acquired are still with me today,...

...new information and want to pass on my love of learning to others. I enjoy starting at the student's current level and working with them until they are where they need to be, patiently explaining to them concepts instead of giving them answers to memorize for a stronger foundation in their subjects to better prepare...

...and allow students to develop opinions and skills that will inform them for life. My style of tutoring is what I call "gradual release:" we will set your goals and practice skills together until you are able to do them on your own! I love cooking, reading, and watching football and baseball, and enjoy mashing...

...the premier country in the world is to provide the absolute best education available. I want to do my part to pitch in and help. What does this mean for you? I am motivated to help you! I attended a very challenging undergraduate program and now I am in a competitive graduate school program. I...

...love helping students achieve their goals and become independent learners. According to my teaching evaluations, 90 percent of students think my methods are effective or highly effective. I also won a teaching award in graduate school. I teach college history (American, European, and World history) and was a journalist for 7 years so I am...

...I taught second and third grade and also served as the reading intervention teacher for kindergarten through third grade students. Teaching reading and phonics is the most exciting to me, because seeing students learn to read is thrilling. Outside of education, I enjoy running, gardening, and making scrapbooks. I also love spending time with my...

...and believe that all children can learn but differ in the ways they learn and the timeframe in which they learn. Each student brings unique qualities, talents and interests to learning and it is my job to use those to enhance and influence their learning. My interests include reading, watching movies and going to garage...

...help, but everyone can do math. With patience and hard work, any student can learn. I also enjoy tutoring Spanish, which I have studied since I was in elementary. During undergrad, I even studied abroad in Barcelona and lived with a host family. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, dancing, TV/movies, and knitting.... Patience and practice! I try first to understand what the student doesn't understand ,and then approaching the topic from various angles until...

Hello, as a business professional I have always utilized my teaching background. I have felt that part of managing a business was teaching team members basic accounting and finance principles. I believe that learning is a lifetime challenge and while challenges can be difficult, the journey will be rewarding.... A basic teaching principle for the teacher is to continually improve. I have always believed that I need to evaluate my teaching. I look to improve my...

I enjoy helping students find success in the classroom. With 21 years experience teaching High School English and 15 years experience teaching College Writing, I can help you learn how to develop your essays and truly grow as a writer. ... I believe that all students can learn; they just need someone who will truly teach them.

...time and wasted effort by doing graphics the right way. Fits like a glove in a fastpaced, ROIcentric culture that appreciates good design married with good production. Outside her busy career as a designer, Stacy spends her time as an ESL private instructor helping German and Spanish students learn and navigate the English language. She...

I like mathematics and I think that learning mathematics is important regardless of your intended career path.

I like to build on student successes. Every student can learn and should feel successful. I find that first developing rapport with students and ensuring that they know that I am there to give them the tools to achieve is critical, and motivates them. ... My philosophy is to involve the student in order to relate what we are working on to them. I meet students where they are, and use their strengths to build new...

...their goals in the pursuit of learning Spanish. I will incorporate different teaching techniques and activities to help make learning Spanish as straightforward and enjoyable as possible. I will also share with my students the strategies I have found helpful during my study of Spanish, French, Portuguese and Chinese, in addition to my experience teaching...

...Louisville, Kentucky I have deep affection for the commonwealth and its literary history. I received my BA in English from the University of Kentucky and am currently an MFA candidate in the University of Arkansas Creative Writing & Translation Program, I have taught Composition, Advanced Composition, and Creative Writing at the collegiate level.

...Bachelors in Psychology. I currently work as an ABA therapist for children with special needs and am starting graduate school in the Fall at the University of Kentucky. I will be enrolled in the School psychology PhD program there. I love working with children academically and socially and love helping them maximize their potential.