Keval: Forney tutor
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...style comes from a necessity to conform the way that I teach to best suit the way that the student learns. If I teach a subject a certain way and a student doesn't substantially grasp the content, I take it upon myself to change the methods and processes of my teaching. I've been able to...
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Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Matthew: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
...and research. Matt combines his fifteen years of part-time college instruction with over twenty-five years in industry. Matt is skilled in both in person and virtual environments. His training clients include Trek, Ericsson, US Dept of Defense, Kraft, Verizon, and others. Matt currently teaches at UW Madison College of Engineering, and has taught at DePaul...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Systems Engineering
Master of Science, Computer Science
Megan: Forney tutor
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...Charlottesville, Virginia where I was studying Cognitive Science and Studio Art at University of Virginia. I am patient, flexible, and love working with students in different subjects, but especially math. I prefer to cater the way I teach a student based on how they learn, whether it be by visuals, repetition, etc. I create methods...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 730
SAT Writing: 700
Emily: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
...and love teaching others to love learning. I am a 2012 alum of the University of Virginia, and a 2012 Teach for America Corps member. I taught 8th grade Language Arts for 5 years in Houston, Texas, before moving to Saint Louis, Missouri, where I am currently teaching 5th grade language arts and social studies.
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Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Master of Arts Teaching, Middle School Teaching
Zeke: Forney tutor
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...course for a required teacher certification test through Relay Graduate School of Education. I revised curriculum materials from the program and worked with small groups of up to 6 graduate students. During the class, I modeled individual problems, assessed student understanding through giving rapid feedback on practice problems completed by students, and adapted to fix...
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Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics
Master of Arts Teaching, Mathematics Teacher Education
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Allen: Forney tutor
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Hello students! My name is Allen and I am currently a rising second-year at the University of Virginia, pursuing a BA in CS with a minor in Statistics. I look forward to working with you!
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Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 790
Ali: Forney tutor
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...the struggles of school quite like a fellow student. As a college student at the University of Virginia, I have explored many diverse topics and cultivated my interest in global studies, public policy, language, and history. I have a avid traveler, and m experiences have made me a understanding, patient, and diligent individual. I love...
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Current Undergrad Student, Global Studies
Karishma: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
...struggling with content wise. I see my role as being the sounding board to their preexisting knowledge and understanding, and then subsequently helping them recontextualize the material that they don't understand in a manner that makes sense to them. Most of my tutoring experience has been with students in middle and high school, so I...
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Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
Vanessa: Forney tutor
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Current 8th grade math and science teacher. Certified to teach Middle Math and Science Grades 6-9, and French K-12. University of Virginia graduate (go 'Hoos!). I love baking, watching cooking shows, and attending Washington Nationals baseball games! I'm excited to get to know you and work with you.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, French
Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Zola: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
...Alliance Franaise of Chicago, I continued to take C1 courses, a level recognized as fulfilling French language requirements for students wishing to study at French universities. Currently, my French study continues at UVA with my most recent endeavor in 19th century literature. I am passionate about all things France, especially French food and film. In...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, French
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 36
Katie: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
...I have a lot of experience tutoring and really enjoy it! I am a fairly outgoing person and consider myself easy to talk to. I teach using hands on methods and explain using examples that make things easier to understand. My goal is to lead students to the answer as opposed to answer the question...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Systems Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
Carly: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
...of subjects. Throughout high school and in my previous three years of college, I have tutored my peers in a variety of subjects, from Latin to Biology to Chemistry. I've learned that practice is the key to success in the majority of academic subjects, and I look forward to helping your student through that process!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Verbal: 760
Neelam: Forney tutor
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...SL, Math SL, World Topics HL, English HL, Chemistry HL, Biology HL) College: University of Virginia, English Major, Biology Minor, Classics - 7 years (and counting!) of Latin -Familiar with most classic literature (Beowulf through modern authors), esp. Austen, the Brontes, Byron, Shakespeare's tragedies, and Gothic lit. -Most topics covered in high school biology, as...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
Kevin: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
...had the opportunity to tutor a high school student in algebra, and I liked the experience so much that I now want to tutor even more! In addition to lots of math and science classes, I can also help with test prep, especially for the SAT, ACT, and GRE. In my free time, I like...
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Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Tanner: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
...experience of working with a vast majority of people throughout my four years through collaborations, laboratory, and the classroom. One of the most exciting things about being a scholar in any field is the impact you have on others who are struggling, or the impact they have on you. I look forward in helping anyone...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Kate: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
...with degrees in both biology and English literature. As part of my coursework for my English major, I frequently edited my classmates writing in group workshop exercises. I also wrote and edited for my student newspaper, The Cavalier Daily, where I mentored other students on writing style, organization, research, and sourcing. My writing has also...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Writing: 780
Alyssa: Forney tutor
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I have been working with students as a n instructor and mentor for about 10 years. Currently, I am studying best instructional practices and techniques for motivating students as a PhD student in Educational...
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Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Masters in Education, Educational Psychology
Doctor of Philosophy, Developmental Psychology
Anna: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
Hello! I am a recent graduate who is currently teaching English in France. I double majored in Environmental Sciences and French. I believe learning should be fun and that students will retain information better if they understand how it is pertinent to their own lives.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
Serene: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
Hello! My name is Serene and I am a first-year biology major at the University of Virginia. I enjoy reading, writing, and cooking delicious meals for my family! :-)
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 33
Tanvi: Forney tutor
Certified Tutor
Hi! I'm a neuroscience student at the University of Virginia. I've been tutoring students for three years in various levels of math and English.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 760
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