...they were first introduced to in a classroom, and I am proud to be a part of that 1%. As a second language learner of Spanish, I know the Spanish language intimately: I know the challenges second language learners face, the most common mistakes, and which techniques are the most effective for learning Spanish as a foreign language. In addition to my personal experience learning Spanish, my qualifications are numerous. I hold a Masters of...
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I have been a teacher since I graduated from college with a degree in secondary education four years ago. As a high school English and math teacher, I have thoroughly enjoyed honing my educational effectiveness and helping students develop their understanding of words and numerals. I believe that "education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." (W. B. Yeats)
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...Ecological Architecture & Design certificate from Texas Tech University, and my Master of Architecture, with a concentration in Urban Studies, from Northeastern University. Through high school, undergraduate, and graduate school, I have been tutoring students in a broad range of subjects such as U.S. History, U.S. Politics, English, Public Speaking, Essay and Application Writing, and Architecture courses and software. I enjoy seeing my students achieve their goals and gain confidence as they progress through their...
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Physical Therapist Assistant, Meditation Teacher, and Brooklyn Poets Fellow, Guest Editor of Literary Journal, interested in working with various ages to assist with studies and enrichment for the Physical Therapist Assistant Exam, Basic Music Theory of Western and/or Hindustani Classical Music Theory, Poetry Workshopping, Meditation Practice and Basic Study Skills and Wellness Tips for Success during Academic Years and Beyond.
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Hello. I would describe myself as a fun loving tutor, who's patient, understanding, and proven to be effective. I have a flexible approach to teaching which includes going to museums, educational events, and using hands on activities to promote learning.
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...once they have strong methods. My experience working with students has been great because of one thing above all else: I have never forgotten what life was like when I was a young student. The way I felt about those challenges and what I have learned over the years to do about them sticks with me permanently. I work very closely with students to help them become comfortable with learning in ways that are customized...
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I hold a Bachelor's degree in Middle School Education and a Master's degree in Educational Leadership. I am currently an 8th grade English Language Arts teacher. I've taught Language Arts for 12 years and social studies for three years. I've tutored and assisted children with spelling, reading, and writing in grades K-12. I enjoy reading, writing, and going to the beach for vacation. I have a passion for educating and motivating children so that they...
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...tutored students in both Math and English. I have also taught classes in Creative Writing, as well as classes in Improvisational Comedy and Public Speaking. I tutor students in English, Creative Writing, Literature, History and Public Speaking. My favorite subject to tutor is Creative Writing, as it has been a passion of mine throughout my entire life. My approach to tutoring is to do it with all the seriousness and focus it requires, while always...
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...B.A. in English with Philosophy Minor from UC Berkeley, I lived in Rome, Italy for two years where I taught English as a Second Language. During this time, I discovered that I had a passion and a gift for teaching. I completed my PhD in Comparative Literature with an emphasis on Latin American Studies from UC Los Angeles in 2009. While at UCLA I taught courses in Comparative Literature (Great Books), Writing Composition, and Spanish....
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...my ESL studies and The University of Southern California (USC) for my graduate school work in Creative Writing. I attained a Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing and Art (Aesthetic Studies) from UC Santa Cruz. I attained my ESL certification and three other forms of licensure from UCLA and my master's degree in Professional Writing (Fiction and Poetry) from The University of Southern California (USC). Over the last twenty years I have tutored English Composition, English...
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...Ms. Akpan, but my students like to call me Ms. Ait's shorter, snappier, and a lot easier to remember. As a passionate math tutor for middle schoolers, I've spent over six rewarding years working with children, helping them tackle challenges, celebrate victories, and discover the joy of learning. Teaching math has shown me how to connect complex concepts to everyday life, turning frustration into "aha!" moments. Whether it's breaking down fractions or building up confidence,...
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...of our society. I have worked with elementary school students, middle school students, and college students in my tutoring endeavors. I will graduate with a Bachelor degree in English/Writing in March 2025. I offer tutoring services in Adult ESL/ELL, Adult Literacy, British Literature, College English, College Level American Literature, Comparative Literature, Creative Writing, ESL/ELL, Elementary School English, Elementary School Reading, Elementary School Writing, English, English Grammar and Syntax, Essay Editing, Fiction Writing, High School English,...
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...I graduated magna cum laude with a degree in English literature and writing from Ohio University in 2021, and I am currently working towards getting my master's in children's literature. If you cannot tell from my education background, my favorite subjects to tutor are all things reading and writing related! And with experience in both a preschool classroom as well as college essay writing/editing, I am able to help you or your childno matter the...
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...help you with writing, reading, history, philosophy and more! I completed post-graduate studies at the University of Chicago, where I received my Master's degree in the History of Philosophy. I've spent several years as a university writing tutor and I love helping students take their papers to the next level! Finally, I have several years of experience tutoring elementary and middle school students in all subjects especially in reading and writing! Whatever you needs are,...
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I love learning and I truly believe that knowledge is power. I have been tutoring since I was in high school and I have 2 children who I work with nearly every day. Everybody is different and learns in different ways but that is what makes each one of us so special. As a tutor, I try to unlock which methods works for those I tutor and teach them how to build upon those strengths.
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I'm a writer and MFA graduate living in Rapid City, SD. I believe that in a teacher-student relationship, no one is superior. I am learning right there along with my student and discovering the subject through his or her eyes. My personal philosophy is that the moment you stop learning, you stop living. Teaching is learning. ... In a teacher-student relationship, no one is superior. I am learning along with my student, and discovering the subject...
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...to me because I believe all children should feel empowered to seek knowledge and ask questions. That's why I've dedicated my life to helping students learn how to communicate and critically interact with the world while exercising their creativity. I tutor in all areas of English. I have experience tutoring K-12 students, teaching college-level courses, and working with ESL students of all ages. My teaching style is simple: I meet learners where they are and treat...
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I graduated cum laude from Barnard College, Columbia University with a BA in English Literature. As a tutor, I start by listening carefully to my students so I can better understand their problem solving skills, self-awareness, and patterns of self-expression. I keep close track of my observations so I can better fashion my teaching style to their needs. Are they struggling with organization? Focus? Or...
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...what it is like to be their age. I thoroughly enjoy the fascinating (and sometimes silly) discussions I have with the students I sub for. As would be indicated by my current studies, English has always been my best and favorite subject. I absolutely love to read, and writing is a particular strength of mine; it is my personal mission to spread that love of reading and writing (or at least, counteract a hatred toward...
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Many writers claim that putting a pen to paper is the easiest way for them to express themselves. Perhaps you are finding yourself in that same boat, wanting to scribble down your many complex thoughts and stories into writing, but you just are not sure how to get started. On the other hand, some students find that beginning a piece is easy, but that continuing the story is the real challenge. Whether you wish to refine your storytelling skills, identify how to best organize a creative piece, or simply gather feedback on how effectively your written ideas come across on paper, Varsity Tutors can help connect you with a one-on-one creative writing tutor who can help. Tutors work with students of all ages, all across the United States. They are brilliant creative writers who love to share their passion with others. Allow one of these talented instructors to work with you personally and help improve your creative writing abilities.
We recognize that students of varying experience levels may need creative writing tutoring, which is why a tutor will tailor the curriculum specifically to your needs. If you are a graduate student seeking a mentor who can assist you in perfecting that short story you are working on, we can help connect you with a tutor who specializes in doing just that. On the other end of the spectrum, you might be a younger student with a budding interest in creative writing who is struggling to get started; if so, we can help connect you with a tutor who focuses on teaching you the introductory aspects of the field. A tutor will be happy to help you learn how to tell a compelling story, or how to make an already strong story even better. From fiction and nonfiction to poetry and personal essays, Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an individualized creative writing tutor available across the nation to help you master your craft.
The Varsity Tutors educational directors can help you connect with a tutor based on individual learning needs. We evaluate factors such as learning style, personality, and strengths and weaknesses with the material when helping to connect you with a creative writing tutor. A private tutor is very beneficial because they can give you as much time as you need to master a concept.
Moreover, creative writing tutors have been vetted to ensure that he or she is an excellent teacher and communicator, as well as exceptionally talented when it comes to the skill set of creative writing. We make sure that you are working closely with an instructor who understands the most important elements of this subject, such as engaging a reader, avoiding clichés, incorporating imagery, and so on. Students who use a creative writing tutor can benefit from the advantage of working one-on-one with an expert who can give thorough, constructive feedback on any number of creative writing pieces, as well as bestow some crucial creative writing strategies.
While your creative writing teacher can give you some idea as to areas you can work on, they typically don't have time to help you work through them. A private tutor can help in this capacity because they can work with you through every step of the writing process to make sure that you are reaching your full potential as a writer.
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Recent Creative Writing Tutoring Session Notes
The student finished writing the definitions of her vocabulary words for lesson 12. She completed the extra practice exercises I created for lessons 10 and 12 in preparation for her unit 3 test that is on Friday. She reports that she feels confident for her test. We completed the day with beginning her lesson 12 spelling, that will not be included in that same test.
The student and I annotated a poem. We then worked on SAT improving paragraphs. We discussed general strategies and then did two sets of problems together. We created a strategy for the student to use to find the main ideas and better understand the passage before he even gets to the questions.
The student and I reviewed some vocabulary and some compound sentences for a take-home quiz. He did well in 80% of these questions and only needed occasional assistance. He was pretty focused today.
The student and I worked to revise her research paper, as well as discuss any questions she had regarding MLA and general paper writing help. We covered properly citing a source, spelling and grammatical errors, structure, and paper outlining. We checked the paper's overall thesis, purpose, and main points, then placed these items on a template outline I brought along. We discussed when to cite a source, and the importance of adding the authority of the author (the student) to the paper.
Before we meet again Sunday morning, the student and I discussed her covering the following: create a new outline following the worksheet (within the rubric for the assigned paper), revise the paper based on the new outline, apply proper MLA formatting, create a conclusion paragraph, and create a works cited page. Overall, I felt it was a great session, and we were able to cover the entire paper during our time together.
The student and I began work on identifying direct objects in sentences. We also covered the role of adjectives, nouns, and verbs and how they operate within the subject-object structure of the sentence. She was able to do well and complete multiple examples correctly. We then discussed possessive adjectives compared with plural nouns. We will follow up on this next week.
During this session we went over writing. Included in that we went over spelling, punctuation and figurative language. Within figurative language we covered personification, similes, metaphors and idioms. We also briefly went over reading comprehension and using context clues.
