Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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I'm a graduate from the University of Virginia having studied Economics & Psychology, with a minor in History, and I am currently obtaining my MBA from the Darden School of Business through the University of Virginia. I have been tutoring for about five years and I enjoy working with students to help them realize their passions for learning. I look forward to working with you!
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...recently earned my MFA in Creative Writing at BU. I currently teaching writing - creative and academic- at Boston University and at Summer Ink, a Simmons University program. During my time at BU, I taught creative writing courses at both the undergraduate and pre-college level. For my undergraduate degree, I studied both English and Education, earning my English Secondary Teaching Certificate in Pennsylvania. After graduating, I moved to Budapest to teach history, art, writing, and...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...Writing, Reading, Math, American History, and Politics. I have two children with one on the way. Life as a father has been a blessing and has taught me to embrace patience, reasoning, and understanding. I'm an avid reader, a dedicated writer, and an everlasting student of life. I also enjoy spending time with my children and watching NBA basketball. I believe continued education is a stepping stone to future success. Knowledge is an invisible power...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...and writing. I was able to work with him regularly and got him to the point where he could read and write above grade level. I then went on to work in the school district where he attended, tutoring students of all grade and skill levels in the areas of reading, writing, and English phonics. I went on from there to attend college at SDSU out in California, where I am from, and obtained my...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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Hi there! My name is Mandy and I am a student at the University of Texas at Austin, where I major in Government with a minor in Sociology. I would love the opportunity to help you on your writing journey :)
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...papers. I understand how challenging it can be to convey one's thoughts clearly and persuasively on paper, and I work with students to develop their voice, organize ideas, and polish their work to stand out. My support goes beyond grammar and structureI aim to help students communicate authentically and compellingly, whether they're applying to college, writing a research paper, or tackling class assignments. With a background in college and career readiness program management, research, and...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...about 5 years and has worked with students in Kindergarten to 8th grade. I am very passionate about helping students and schools achieve the learning goals they have for students and helping students develop strategies that can help them succeed both academically and mentally. I am proficient in tutoring every subjects but the main ones that I am passionate about are ELA, Reading, History, and Mathematics. I hope that if you choose me as your...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...revision for students of academic writing and business communications. Most recently, I earned my Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) from Cambridge (Pass B). Additionally, I hold a Master's of Fine Arts degree from Brown University (Literary Arts, 2011), and a Bachelor's of Arts degree in English Literature and Continental Philosophy from the University of Denver (Magna Cum Laude, 2007). My own writing has appeared in arts magazines, literary journals, scholarly...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...received a BA in English and an MPA, focused on public policy, from New York University. I'd love to use my degrees and experience working in publishing and government to tutor you. I have tutored extensively as a volunteer, working on everything from high school literacy to homework help. I also minored in Spanish, studied in Madrid, and have worked extensively in Central America. I took additional course work in professional Spanish. My philosophy is...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...the past year teaching high school technology and business classes and will begin graduate school at Columbia University in the fall. I am available for tons of subjects including college essay prep, SAT and AP exam prep, English and writing classes, as well as some high school science courses, and all middle and elementary school subjects. I love teaching and helping students learn, and especially love fostering curiousity outside of school. I graduated Summa Cum...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...computerized COMPASS Writing Skills Exams, and COMPASS Reading Skills Exams. Pass rates ranged from eighty to one- hundred percent. The subjects I am most passionate about teaching are all types of Writings (Expository, Argumentative, Business, Technical, and Research Writing) and Reading skills (comprehension, main idea, inference, vocabulary, etc.) on the middle school, high school, and college levels with all the ancillary subjects such as practical grammar, syntax, editing, standardized essay exams, computerized editing and reading...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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With a bachelor's degree in English and a certification to teach 8-12 ELA, I served as an educator for 5 years. In those last 3 years, I ran the AP English III sections as well as led the English III team at my school. I have a special interest in rhetoric and persuasion, writing, and literature. I have experience teaching grades 8, 10, 11, and AP, and I have tutored at all levels.
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...light come on when a child finally figures out a word or solves a math problem. I love when a student can stand up and present a project with confidence and pride that they did a great job. I love learning about other cultures and traditions in other countries. I believe if we can respect each other's differences and not try and change people, we might achieve peace in the world. I also believe that...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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I am a high school English teacher. I attended West Chester University of Pennsylvania and obtained my teaching certificate there. I have always wanted to be a teacher, so younger me would be very proud! My goal is for all students to be successful and be in charge of their education.
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...Wofford College pursuing a major in biology with a minor in business. In addition, I am a nationally certified and state certified Emergency Medical Technician and work sporadically throughout the year. I have three years of experience tutoring students in a wide array of subject areas. I have a true passion for learning and I am extremely excited to share that passion with the students I have the privilege to help succeed.
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...addition to academic and college-level writing. Before graduate school, I volunteered as an ESL tutor for both adults and children. Therefore, my favorite subjects to tutor are ESL, phonetics and accent coaching, and academic writing. My teaching philosophy is student-centered, and I work closely with each student to create a learning plan based on the individual's goals and learning style. One of my favorite aspects of teaching is watching students master a new concept or...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...a range of courses, including English II, English II Pre-AP, English III AP, English IV, and a College and Career Readiness Course. Additionally, I've had the privilege of working with adults seeking their GED, helping them build the literacy skills necessary to achieve their educational goals and improve their lives. As an Area Academic Facilitator, I've supported teachers, students, and campus administrators across K-12, helping them navigate the challenges of a rigorous curriculum. With the...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...during the day, the evenings have recently been filled with writing workshops and writing guidance to adult educators across the globe. While I consider myself a Shakespeare scholar, my true passion has shifted to growing as a writer and helping students and their teachers to grow in that area as well. I got a taste for tutoring when students would come to me for after school help with AP exam preparation and recently helped Fiveable...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...as Des Moines Metro Opera and Aspen Opera Theater. While I am certified to teach in Music and Theater, I tutor a wide variety of subjects because of the intersections these two art-forms share with English, Literature, and History. I believe that intersectional analysis and critical thinking to make connections across disciplines make us better artists, scholars, and people. I have often found that I am able to help students become empowered in their voices...
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Certified Expository Writing Tutor in San Mateo, CA
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...received my Bachelor of Arts in Family Science and Human Development with a minor in Linguistics at Montclair State University as well. I have previously tutored first year college students in their writing course, and I also am currently working with children who are struggling with reading comprehension and writing. I am especially passionate about teaching writing and English since I feel self expression through these modalities is key to happiness and future opportunities! It...
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Being able to effectively write an expository essay is necessary for nearly every educational pursuit. Unlike persuasive or creative writing, expository writing seeks to inform an audience on a specific subject that was previously unknown to that audience. Expository writing may include such elements as analysis, analogy, cause and effect, and comparison. You may take a focused course in expository writing or you may be assigned expository essays for another class. If you find yourself wanting extra support as you write an expository essay for a specific class, or if you want help cultivating the skills necessary for expository writing in general, consider private tutoring.
Expository writing includes many forms of prose, all aimed at informing the reader. Your tutor can walk you through these formats and help you decide which one or combination is right for your project and topic. Expository writing focuses on building a strong essay or composition around the information you want to present. Tutors can help you find a style of writing that best presents your topic, guiding you from the beginning to the end of your writing process with helpful, objective eyes that can strengthen your presentation. Expository writing tutoring also focuses on the grammar and mechanics of writing, so not only do you get your information across to your audience, but your information is presented in a cohesive way that is approachable for your audience. Your tutor can help you edit your work, correcting any structural issues or erroneous formatting while explaining to you why one structure is more accurate or sounds better than another.
Tutors want you to learn during tutoring sessions. They explain the how and why behind editing, so that you have a good grasp on how the mechanical and rhetorical sides of your writing collaborate to produce a strong expository essay. Expository writing tutoring should be a low-stress, informational part of your life. Because tutors set their own schedules, they are often flexible in the times and places they can meet, meaning that you are able to choose a time and place that works best for you. You can choose to work in the comfort of your own home or at a local coffee shop, your college campus, or anywhere else around your area. If you are unable to make a learning session, or you don't enjoy studying in-person, you can choose to meet your tutor over the internet as well.
Regardless of your goals or proficiency level, an expository writing tutor can help you reach the success that you're looking for. Whether you have a classroom assignment or an upcoming work-related project, your tutor can guide you along the way. Unlike classroom-based learning, where the instructor has between 20 to 30 students to manage, your private instructor is dedicated to ensuring that your goals are being met. They are able to fully customize your learning plan, ensuring that you strengthen your weaker areas in an efficient manner.
Becoming an excellent expository writer can open a lot of doors professionally. It is a skill that is valuable in science as well as advertising, and can make you a valuable asset in the professional world. By working with a private tutor, you can sharpen this skill and improve your chances of being promoted or landing your dream job.
If you are serious about improving your skills as an expository writer, contact Varsity Tutors today and ask for help finding an experienced tutor in your area. There are a number of skilled professionals who are eager to help you ace that upcoming essay or assignment, as well as teach you a number of tips and tricks for future use.
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Recent San Mateo Expository Writing Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I worked on her English assignment this week which was a very unique assignment, something I have never even done but love the concept. Her assignment was to construct a "found" poem from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. We had to read a chapter and pick out Dickens' words, phrases and make up our own poem.
Today the student and I continued to focus on 10th grade English, by completing quizzes and tests. We then began a compare and contrast essay that he was assigned by his teacher! We plan on finishing it tomorrow.
The student felt that she had done well on the in-class timed writing assignment on Deadly Choices that her teacher held this past week. We spent most of our time reviewing and discussing her notes for Jane Eyre. I felt that her thoroughness and analysis were well done. Since her class does not spend class time discussing the book, we had a lengthy discussion about the aspects that her teacher instructed her class to focus on (characterization, mood, 'art of the writer', and themes). We ended by reviewing denotations and connotations, and practicing on a few of the words that she was assigned for homework.
During the session today, we started by going through his math section of homework. We covered story problems as well as 2-digit subtraction. We then went on to cover reading comprehension with a reading passage and questions to follow. We also covered geography and rhyming words. The student did really well on all of the worksheets and seems to have mastered the subject matter.
During my session with student 2, we focused on the math section of her homework, particularly on finding the area and perimeter of an object. We then went on to cover vocabulary and she was very comfortable with the definitions, synonyms, and examples of the word list toward the end of the session.
Practiced identifying parts of speech in complex sentences. Used knowledge of prepositional phrases to place commas in appropriate places in complex sentences. Reviewed the basics of binomial factoring.
The student and I reviewed his homework and focused on a short story that he was assigned in class. I helped him rework his response and explained why it was necessary to make changes. I assigned the student another homework assignment (to practice with last week's essay but format it differently) so that he can practice forming paragraphs.
