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...whole life, whether it has been academics, career advice, or standardized testing, I have always helped those around me strive to do better. My parents raised me to be kind and understanding, but I also have the courage and ability to be honest in order to help people improve themselves. I spent four years in college as an editor of a constitutional democracy journal, culminating in the position of editor in chief, so reading, writing,...

I received my Bachelor's Degrees in English Education and Theatre from Towson University. I love to tutor because I care about my students. I tune in to their level of understanding and work at whatever pace they need so that they can gain full comprehension of the material. ... In a typical first session, I really like to discuss your interests. I want to know what lights you up, so that our sessions can be the...

...students in Ward 8 may look similar to an outside observer, a closer look reveals complex individuals with diverse educational, social and emotional needs. In this environment I strove to solidify my understanding of what it means to be a teacher. A 'good teacher' has to be ready to change, to be willing to admit when an assignment or learning strategy has fallen short of the mark and when traditional teaching methods have to be...

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...literature and also taught a course on choosing children's literature to undergraduate education majors. I enjoy the challenge of finding great reading material that captures the interest of even the most reluctant readers. I have worked on college campuses in a variety of roles for most of my adult life. I am an excellent resource for researching academic programs and institutions. I have a deep understanding of the workings of college admissions and the admissions...

...am a recent graduate of Colgate University. While at Colgate, I majored in International Relations & Peace and Conflict Studies and I studied abroad in Geneva, Switzerland. In my spare time, I like to run, read, cook, and watch sports with my friends (go saints!). My favorite thing to talk about is food and I can make some pretty awesome homemade mac & cheese. I have a knack for languages: I speak French, German, and...

...school and in legal practice, however, forced me to drastically change the process I had always used to write. I now use the techniques I developed to help others improve the way they approach the writing process. In my final year of law school, I also served as the Managing Editor of an internationally-distributed law journal, editing submissions by both professors and students and coaching authors to improve articles. I love the writing process and...

I am a passionate educator currently residing in the DC area. I graduated in 2015 from the University of Georgia with a degree in Science Education. I have much experience working with students of all ages from summer camps, student teaching, City Year, mentoring, and tutoring. I love working with young people of all ages and am excited to get started!

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...Room nurse, and have been in the DC area for going on 3 years. In addition to nursing, I also have degrees in biomedical science and humanistic studies, so I am able to tutor in english and writing as well as biology and physiology. Je parle francais aussi. I have helped many people edit papers, from english to research proposals, and I enjoy helping people find their rhythm and voice. I also thrive on talking...

...tutoring experience, predominantly as a Reading and Writing tutor. My students have included elementary school students just barely gaining an appreciation for reading, first year college students seeking assistance in essay writing, and adult learners wishing to advance their reading skills after years of struggling. I understand that everyone learns and builds confidence differently and, therefore, I tailor my lessons to suit individual needs. I have gained my students' trust through patience, steady guidance, and...

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...I have ELL teaching experience. I can help with essay writing, research help, citation, and essay reviews. I can also tutor for elementary math. I give importance to your needs and follow an interactive approach. I have about two years of experience as a tutor at my university's writing center. I like to understand the students' needs and interests. It will allow the student to have their say and stay interested in the session. I...

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...living in New York City, and I have spent the last year working as an editor for a literary agent. As that implies, I am a bit of a reader in my spare time and I very much like fantasy/sci-fi. I have a computer science degree, and I've put that to (questionably) good use by being far too interested in video game development and Android devices. Being a big tech enthusiast, few things make me...

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