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...the transformative power of empathy, clear communication, and strong leadership. But my story isn't a straight path. Like many, I've faced challengesboth personally and professionally. These experiences have fueled my commitment to make a difference in the lives of others. I'm driven by a vision: to create a world where people not only succeed in their current goals, but also find purpose. I seek to help other take ownership of their journey and every individual...
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...District of Columbia's Homicide Section and the Office of International Affairs. Additionally, I worked as a teaching assistant in criminal law, criminal procedure, and advanced criminal procedure courses. Lastly, I gained practical experience by completing over 650 hours of pro bono legal services in his law school's criminal defense and community development clinics. In undergrad, I majored in political science with a minor in psychology. I am excited about the opportunity to assist students in...
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...once tutored a college student who was struggling in algebra; through tailored, adaptive lessons, I was able to help him not only pass but advance successfully into pre-calculus. His victory is a testament to my method and to my deepest dedication. I am committed to being more than a tutor; I aim to be a role model who provides the skills and confidence students need to succeed. I am excited to work with you!
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...20 years. I have taught all primary subjects and middle school. My major focus for the last several years has been getting students interested in hands-on Science and I accomplished that as a Science Coordinator for a private school in the UAE and here in the States as a Middle School Science teacher. I love students and I am here to help you succeed in your studies when I get to know you as an...
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...as an essay grader for bar review courses for some time and have helped many students to prepare for the written portion of their bar exams. I believe that teaching is an art of helping students to find their strengths. A student can be successful only if he/she/they believe that they can do well. So, self-confidence coupled with learned knowledge usually produces success. The three pillars of self-confidence and, ultimately, successful passing of any exam...
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...Criminology from University of Toronto and a Juris Doctor from Lincoln Alexander School of Law at Toronto Metropolitan University. I enjoyed leading a small team of students at law school as we launched a legal clinic related to animals! I consider my style to be fun and laid back and strive to ensure students feel comfortable asking questions or letting me know when they need help. That's what I'm here for, after all! When I'm...
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I have four college degrees and two law licenses. I was an educator for many years before I became an attorney. I still love to tutor, teach, and facilitate learning.
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...and Computer Science from the University of Arizona. I am currently a third year law student at ASU Law. I have tutored various age groups for six years, both freelance and as an instructor at Mathnasium. I love working with students to help them achieve their academic goals. As a student myself, I understand what is being taught in the classroom and how. Additionally, I am able to relate to and build a rapport with...
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...decades of being in school, I have learned to love school and I want to pass on that excitement and eagerness to learn to other students. And before you say to yourself, "there is no way to love learning", YES, THERE IS! With the right tools and the right amount of patience, mastering subjects will quickly become something you can look forward to. My goal is to make learning and understanding your problem areas my...
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...as well. I can help you achieve your goals and also frame your goals. While I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Law, History and Politics. I see students learn a lot when we work on writing and study skills as well as the reading comprehension and analytical reasoning portions of the LSAT. I always take an individualized approach with everyone I work with. This means we work to...
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...had the privilege of tutoring and grading essays for law students preparing for the bar exam. This experience has honed my ability to simplify complex legal concepts and provide constructive feedback, helping students to not only understand the material but also to excel in their studies. I am dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where my students can thrive. Whether you are preparing for the bar exam or need assistance with legal...
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...Dual Language Courses, in English and Spanish. I have experience teaching Ethics, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedures, Civil Procedures, Evidence Law, Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Organization of the Criminal Justice Systems and Addiction Problems: Physiological and Legal Aspects. When I'm not studying or doing research I love to spend time with my family and friends. I love family BBQ's, going to the movies, exploring state parks, and travel as much as I can. Happiness is not about...
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...students struggling with understanding key concepts, or those who want to learn more and get ahead in math! I have a wide range background in modern and contemporary European and US history and government which allows me to help students looking for help with the AP US History, Comparative Politics, US Government exams; or any type of Western Civilization course you may struggle with. Additionally, I also have a wide knowledge on economics (both macro...
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...civil procedure and criminal law, and I worked with students in small groups or one-on-one to review material and prepare for the exams. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and essay preparation and review for a variety of subjects (I was an International Baccalaureate student in high school). I am a firm believer that education should be approachable and finding styles of teaching that make learning fun...
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Credentials: Missouri Bar License J.D. from Creighton University School of Law B.S. in Criminology and History from Missouri State University. Statement: I love tutoring and have been doing so since 2008. Having taught for over a decade, I have come across numerous problems that students face with their studies and am always happy to help!
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Enfield Civil Procedure Tutoring FAQ
Civil procedure is a practical and logical part of law school curriculum. It's the course that teaches new law students how courts run and the rules and procedures that must be followed. Civil procedure teaches about who can sue, when they can sue, and what deadlines must be followed. It can be a dense and difficult course to master, but private instruction can clarify your studies immensely. Civil procedure tutoring can assist students who are struggling to understand how complaints and answers work. For example, a defendant who is served has twenty days to file an answer, but a defendant who waives service gets more time. What does waiver of service entail? For that matter, what makes a proper complaint? It is in civil procedure coursework where most students learn that a complaint states who the parties to the lawsuit are, why the venue is proper, what events led up to the suit, and what the plaintiff is asking for the court to do.
Civil procedure tutoring can help students understand the differences between various discovery tools, such as subpoenas, requests for production, oral and written depositions, and interrogatories. Each of these options can serve a different purpose and may be used differently in a case. Think of law classes as practice time. Each of these options also has different rules - for example, the limits on the number of questions, or the time to respond - and it can be difficult for a student to remember them all. Nobody wants to be presenting in court and be unsure as to how to proceed. Law school is intensive and provides the experience needed to enable a student to think on their feet before they ever set foot in a courtroom. There are lots of facts to know, but it's also about developing the mental acuity required of an effective lawyer.
Oftentimes, the most complicated part of a civil procedure course is not learning the rules in the abstract, but putting everything together. Fact patterns will frequently look at whether the defendant was properly served to begin the suit and whether the case is before the proper court. These fact patterns will require students to piece everything together in order to properly understand the situation and answer the questions professors are asking. Lessons are set up to imitate real cases. Students are presented with the facts and must work with them based on what they've learned. Good classroom performance can therefore equate to ultimately becoming a good lawyer. It can help to think of every lesson as an actual case. How would you handle it? What is the most desirable outcome? Which is the best course of action to follow that will maximize the chances of achieving that result?
Civil procedure is usually one of the first classes a student will take in law school, and as such, it has its own challenges. Whatever a student doesn't know, they'll begin to apply right away. Varsity Tutors has the ability to connect you with tutors who have expertise in this complex and often misunderstood discipline. It's important to connect with skilled tutors who can help you understand how civil procedure works and how to dissect law school fact patterns. Civil procedure tutoring can help new students understand this important area of law and acclimate to the new way of handling exams. By helping newer students prepare outlines and study guides, experienced law students and practicing lawyers can provide guidance, advice, and assistance with some of the most confusing fact patterns that a first-year student will face.
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Today we worked on trigonometry and solving for angle and side lengths with tangents, sine and cosine. The student has a good understanding on how to use the equations especially after we went over the inverse of them. She should do well on her test on Thursday.
I worked with the students on sample OLSAT questions. Both students did well. Even when they missed an answer, they were able to explain the correct answer after prompting. I also worked on literary response/connections using a picture book and the O.W.L.S. connection strategy.
I went over the student's math homework with her. We worked on fractions and mixed numbers, reviewing what she had learned in class, and applying it to her work. She worked very well and was very engaged, and seemed to be more comfortable with the material the more we practiced.
With the second student I reviewed algebra inequalities for her test tomorrow. We went over what inequalities are, how to graph them on a number line, and how to solve them using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. We also did several practice word problems and talked about some strategies for her test, especially taking her time and showing her work. She was also very engaged and worked hard the entire time. Overall, both girls were great students and the session went very well.
Today the student and I went over some concepts in single variable inequalities as well as two variable inequalities. He did well with the concepts, and should do well with his homework and the rest of the week. I introduced the concept of inequalities in two variable with two equations, and he seemed to grasp this quite well. The lesson on Wednesday should solidify his understanding of the idea further. He is beginning to correct his own mistakes, as he looks over the problem he just did. It is nice to see his growth in Math.
The student reworked two of her three essays before we met this evening, and the structure and organization did a 180 (in a positive direction) from yesterday. As a result, this evening, we were able to focus on grammar, word choice, and sentence structure. She came away with two great essays and the knowledge for structuring / organizing a solid third essay.
In this session, the student and I reviewed some of her questions from chapter 8 homework and covered chapter 9: inequalities and absolute value. This included roster versus set-builder notation, unions and intersections of sets of numbers, graphing linear inequalities, and graphing systems of linear inequalities. We graphed conjunctions and disjunctions on a number line and determined whether an ordered pair was a solution for a certain inequality. The last topic we covered was how to find the solution of a system of linear inequalities and that is by graphing both and finding the intersection. We did this on graph paper and the student did a great job. After assigning homework, we covered a few grammar questions she had about subject-verb agreement for collective nouns. We also discussed the schedule for our last sessions before the placement test. Keep up the good work!
