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...Language Arts since 2007. I began teaching at the secondary level at the time I decided to pursue a Master's in History. I had been working in Sales for a good part of my adult life, harboring a dream to go back to school and to write about my passion. I have been fortunate to have accomplished that goal and to have been able to engage in the classroom on a regular basis with students...

...teaching and tutoring. My mom is a fifth-grade teacher, and I have often helped her to score essays--providing another opinion to be sure her analysis was on track--which developed my critical eye. I tutored Math, English, and French in high school. It's exciting for me to help open doors for students to new worlds of understanding. Beyond being passionate about language and communication, I believe very strongly in being prepared for standardized testing--I worked hard...

...wide array of subjects in addition to my concentrations. From applied physics to linguistics to sociology, I've dipped my toes into subjects across the board. In high school and college I enjoyed helping my classmates with assignments and projects to help them achieve their academic goals, and through that I discovered my love for tutoring. I believe in developing a personal approach to help students grow to their fullest. Striving to conquer that one topic...

...interpret that you are so..." My English teacher, Dr. Bobo, would call me to read with her, and we intertwined together like in a dance. No other student reached my enthusiasm. I am a graduate of Hunter College. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Film and English. I also graduated from City College with an M.S. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). After graduation, I began to teach ESL as an...

...passion is in helping students embrace the ability to understand the material at hand well enough to teach the material to others. With experience tutoring in a broad range of subjects, I am well-versed in English Literature, Critical thinking, Elementary - High School Mathematics, and College Readiness. As a product of the NYC school system, I am fully aware of the trials students face as they balance academic achievement with standardized testing and educational progress....

...as SCORE! Educational Centers, Northwestern University Center for Talent Development and Big Brothers Big Sisters. I'm comfortable with nearly all subject areas, particularly reading comprehension, writing, social studies and early math. You can expect plenty of humor in my tutoring sessions. I use it as an ice-breaker to build rapport with my students. I pride myself on being able to determine where problems lie and how best to tackle them. I rarely give students answers...

...and Biblical Hebrew, and performing in an amateur production of First Date: The Musical. I have worked with a number of cutting edge classics educators: I spent the last summer volunteering with the Paideia Institute - the nation's leading non-profit for promoting the classical humanities - designing and teaching a compositional (using speech and writing instead of reading) Latin curriculum to middle schoolers in the Bronx and Brooklyn, and also helped contribute to the recently...

...ages from K-12. I was a teacher's assistant for grades 6-12, and have also tutored for an after school program on Staten Island for students of all ages. I am also experienced in college essay writing, and can provide assistance with college-level history and writing classes. I would also be delighted to provide services for the NYS history regents, and essay writing assistance. I believe that every student is unique, and needs to be approached...

...John's). Since I cannot imagine life without being in school, I'm now working on a post-graduate certificate in Education. By day, I'm a school librarian at a large Catholic high school in Queens, where I work and team up with teachers to help students learn about research and academic writing. I also work with students one on one to encourage reading and a love of books. I work frequently to help struggling readers find books...

...ensure that each student leaves our sessions feeling confident enough that they know they can easily tackle the next level in their school curriculum without feeling overwhelmed. Our sessions are light and jovial in tone, yet focused and deliberate in approach. I hold a B.A. in Economics from Emory University and a Masters degree and PhD coursework in Art History. When I am not working, I love to explore New York City and discover new...

...Learning another language is one of the most valuable skills a person can have and it gives you an advantage in the workforce. I have been tutoring my peers for a long time and I understand the hardships someone has when learning a new language. However, with the proper guidance learning Spanish or any other language can be a fun and exciting journey. Other than learning Spanish my hobbies include: reading, traveling and anything that...

...levels. I love helping students see their own potential for success and discover their strengths. Through patience and hard work, they can improve in areas they don't feel as comfortable and eventually gain the confidence to take any test with ease and certainty. I am lucky to help students grow and flourish in many subjects and I enjoy working both with students who just need a little extra practice to students who are struggling in...

...learning, and hopefully will also boost their confidence in the classroom! I regularly tutored while in high school, where I took many AP classes (U.S. history, art history, U.S. government, English, environmental science, as well as a college-level Italian course through Syracuse University). I continued to study Italian throughout college, culminating in an eight-month study abroad program in Florence and Milan, so I can assist students struggling with beginner to advanced Italian. My rigorous liberal...

...teaching Math. For the last two years I taught at a public school in the South Bronx, and have succeeded in getting some of the toughest kids around excited about learning while simultaneously challenging already advanced students to improve. During this time, I had the opportunity to work one-on-one with a ton of students of varying behavioral and academic needs, and am comfortable working with most any student. Whenever I teach, I strive to make...

...in-between state: not quite full-fledged college students, but eagerly ready to leave high school and its rote ways of thinking behind. In the first weeks at Baruch, I realized something very important: we are always a little in-between places, and we do not altogether leave the "old" house when we move into the "new." I increasingly understood teaching to be less about the introduction of new knowledge, then creative ways of re-appropriating what we already...

...where I helped guide discussion classes as well as write and grade examinations. The classes that I was a Teacher's Assistant for included Organic Chemistry and Theater. I have experience as a tutor for Binghamton's Student-Athlete Success Center where I taught History. I have developed my communication and leadership skills over many years working in Emergency Medical Services and as a Resident Assistant. As a teacher, I consider myself to be "A Guide on the...

...of subjects, from college chemistry to middle school algebra. I learned from working with my brother Joseph, who has autism, that every student requires a different approach. I scored in the 98th percentile on the SAT and many AP exams, and I've helped many people increase their scores on standardized tests. I'm an engineering student, so I use math, chemistry, and physics knowledge on a daily basis. I bring a systematic problem-solving approach to tutoring....

...to listen to my students. In addition, I am compassionate, patient and I realize that each student is an individual with different learning styles. I actively consider my students' needs when planning lessons to ensure that their goals are met. I believe that regular assessments are integral for monitoring progress. Assessments can be formal or informal, but they are necessary to check for understanding as well as to evaluate strengths and weaknesses.

...and earned my Bachelor's degree in English from the University of Connecticut. Growing up with younger siblings, I've always enjoyed teaching and tutoring and find it comes naturally. My subject matter expertise is Reading, Writing, and Elementary Mathematics. I pride myself on inspiring a relaxed environment driven by patience. I like to assess each student individually to customize my tutoring approach. Overall, I make a concerted effort to make learning fun, engaging, and accessible.

...I am certified to teach children from Birth-Grade 6, and do have experience tutoring students at the high school and college level. I consider English/Language Arts to be my strongest content area, but am comfortable tutoring in almost all other subjects. I am an avid reader and writer, and a nature and animal enthusiast! I love to teach and learn by using a hands-on approach, and enjoy working with people of all ages.... As a special...