Top Elementary Math Tutors serving Portage
Jakina: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...accelerated students. Lastly, I implemented different organization systems to track academic progress. As my background suggests, I enjoy tutoring reading and math. I have a stronger preference for math and more experience with elementary to beginning high school grades. As a tutor, I like to form a partnership with my tutee. I believe that it...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Comparative Human Development
Harvard University - Masters, School of Education- Learning and Teaching
Sasha: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...language, and more. It is this sort of approach that I find is most effective, highly adaptable, and enjoyable for my students and myself. Teaching in this way not only helps with retention of subject-specific information, but also improves the experience and thus the results of tutoring in general, even on standardized tests. In most...
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Oberlin College - Bachelors, Neuroscience and Philosophy
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 31
ACT Science: 33
Brian: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...I'm currently working on a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of the People, a global online education development initiative. I enjoy tutoring across the spectrum of subjects, though I get most excited about Literature, Writing, and developing an individual's capacity to learn. I seek to personalize each student's educational experience, as I believe...
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Covenant College - Bachelor in Arts, English, Music
Houghton College - Masters, Music Composition
Amy: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
I am currently a school teacher. I teach both special education and general education elementary and middle school students. I am able to break down skills in a way that children can understand. I love it when everything clicks for the student. ... My teaching philosophy is that every person can learn; it is just a matter of finding out how they learn.
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Theatre
National Louis University - Masters, Teaching
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Daniel: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...has fostered greater ability to develop clearer directions, clearer expectations, and to be able to more strongly model what I wanted my students to learn and to produce in both world history and government. Personally, as a professional, I find it very important to involve myself in some of type of leadership or volunteer role...
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Lake Forest College - Bachelor in Arts, Education and History
Rebecca: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...I am professional, patient and a good listener. I am resourceful when it comes to content area as well as finding multiple ways to approach the content based on students need and learning style. In addition my main objective is to teach the student how to learn, and to assist them in building self-confidence.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Loyola University-Chicago - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
Lisa: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...creating newsletters, interviewing executives, and designing and writing content for marketing materials around the insurance and employee benefits industry. I'm a big advocate of learning how to write well. Two guideposts on writing for me have been 1) George Orwell's "Politics and the English Language", an essay he wrote in 1948 that speaks to the...
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University of Kansas - Bachelors, English
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Masters, English
Ellen: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...memorization is important for certain things, I always appreciated understanding the "why" and "how" in school and I try to help my students achieve that level of understanding as well. I prefer to guide students through their problems to help them learn the skills needed for their classes in the future, though I am certainly...
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Oberlin College - Bachelors, Biology, Chemistry Minor
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Ashley: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...and out of the classroom. I tutor English, essay editing, writing, math, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra. The skills my students learn will provide them with excellent writing and math foundations that will allow them to feel confident in their ability to solve forthcoming academic challenges. I absolutely love helping students grasp writing mechanics. Being a confident...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Communication Studies
Veronica: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...worked for two years as an ESL teacher at Shanxi Agricultural University in Shanxi, China. After my 8 years as a tutor, teacher and mentor, my students have been adult learners, first grade beginning readers, and each grade level in between. I enjoy finding that balance between challenge and support that is unique to each...
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Oberlin College - Bachelors, Computer Science / Latin Language
Christine: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...learning, so I promise to work with you to find the methods of learning that are going to help you the most. My mom was an English teacher and librarian, so I've got a great eye for editing grammar. I'm also a creative artist, so I can also help you with essays and research papers....
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Ball State University - Bachelors, Theatre
University of California-San Diego - Masters, Acting
William: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...one, and you will feel empowered, not intimidated on test day! My method involves students in developing their own ways of learning and exploring what makes sense to them. We all come from different backgrounds and connect with material in different ways. Together we can develop this as a strength so that you have your...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 730
Ammar: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...disabilities to those who make straight A's. Having earned a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (SMU) and a Master's Degree in Biochemistry (CCNY), I specialize in the various math and science subjects. In addition to complete mastery of the respective subject at hand, my tutoring experiences also show that listening, patience, and good communication are...
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Southern Methodist University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
City College of New York (CUNY) - Master of Arts, Biochemistry
Kandice: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...between student passions and areas of improvement, and create lasting and powerful learning experiences. I always find relevant, hands on ways to engage students in learning, resulting in improved performance. I am tutor in a variety of subjects, but am most excited about Reading, Writing, Phonics, Elementary Math, Study Skills,and Public Speaking. In my spare...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Pyschology
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Teaching
Roberto: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...most people just call me RJ! I am currently a 4th/5th Grade Math Teacher in Miami, FL. Before this, I taught 5th Grade Math and Science in West Palm Beach, FL. Before that, I taught Geometry and Living Environments for 2 years in the South Bronx (I am a native of New York). If you...
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SUNY College at Oneonta - Bachelors, Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), concentration in Mathematics
Fordham University - Masters, Special Education Grades 7-12 Generalist
Allison: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...associate professor of finance, another a high school English Department head. Several of my aunts and cousins are past and present teachers of English, Speech and Journalism, as well as district administrators. My focus on the sciences and related math I attribute to a number of men in my family who are or were in...
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Purdue University - Bachelors, Atmospheric Sciences
Kelly: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...to focus on meeting the individual needs of specific students. I am also beginning classes for my Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement. I am patient, prepared, and always working to find new, fun ways for students to understand challenging concepts. If you are looking to boost your child's academic achievement or enhance their learning, please contact...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Anna: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...academics of the subject, I find it important to identify the obstacles to learning the child may be experiencing (such as anxiety, testing environment, interpersonal difficulties, learning styles) and focus on enhancing the child's strengths to build self-efficacy. I am also experienced in teaching relaxation techniques to help a child cope with the stresses of...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Psychology, Child/Adolescent Mental Health Studies, Creative Writing
Midwestern University-Downers Grove - Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology
Lewis: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
...in the topic they choose to have me teach or tutor them. I certainly can put myself in the place of others, as I have in the past relied on tutors to get me through some tough topics. As for other interests outside tutoring, I am very interested in languages and linguistics, as I currently...
Education & Certification
University of Oregon - Bachelor in Arts, French
Northwestern University - PHD, Linguistics
Brendan: Portage Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Portage, IN
I'm happy to help with any math, reading, or writing concerns you may have. I've worked with many different students with many different backgrounds and ability levels, and even if your situation is unusual there's a good chance I've dealt with something like it before.
Education & Certification
Beloit College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Dominican University - Masters, Special Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
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