...trained to couple digital devices and applications with curriculum to facilitate learning transfer and boost student collaboration. While studying for my degree, I completed three hundred hours of student teaching and observation in public, private, elementary and high schools in districts throughout New York City. This experience fortified the ideology that utilizing virtual software diminishes didacticism, encourages student engagement and creates highly interactive learning environments. Prior to attending Teachers College, I obtained a Master of...
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...Since high school, my passion has been traveling and making connections with people of different ages and cultures. I took a gap year after high school to backpack in Europe, spent a summer in Russia at a children's camp, and did a summer study abroad learning about social justice in India. My last quarter of college was an internship teaching ESL in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. While I love studying literature of all genres, I feel the...
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...certification in teaching Reading (K-12). I also received a Master's degree in Reading Education from Appalachian State University and am certified in the Orton-Gillingham philosophy in teaching dyslexia students. I have worked in public schools for the past 27 years as an elementary school teacher, Reading Specialist, and an Academic Facilitator. I have also taught Reading skills, test prep, and vocabulary in the Adult Literacy Department at my local community college. I have tutored a...
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...degree online with Western Governors University but prior to that i had done 3 years worth of schooling at the University of Evansville with a major in Political Science. I took advanced math and science courses throughout my schooling because I love learning and challenging myself. I continue to use those skills and passions today by tutoring students. While I tutor a wide range of subjects, my passion lies in math. I love working with...
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...both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in English from the University of Central Arkansas and am licensed to teach middle and high school in Arkansas. Over the past 16 years, I have taught composition and literature at colleges in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas, including Oklahoma State University Oklahoma City and Collin College in Dallas. My teaching experience also extends to younger learners, having served as a substitute teacher in a local...
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...to integrate who they are into lessons. Building a strong context regarding the ways in which they, as an individual learn best be it obvious or not, furthers my ability to lead them to success by fostering them as a unique individual. I feel it is incredibly important to establish a base with the student to ensure that they see and understand they, are recognized as a person, not just someone to tutor - another...
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...Organization, and Exam Prep (SAT, ACT, SSAT, PSAT, GED, and GMAT), as well as undergrads in communications, algebra, geometry, history, and GRE prep. Further, I have taught professionally for a total of 6 years in Communications, Theatre, and Gender Studies. I have two terminal degrees and have taken and passed the English and Writing content assessments for GACE-certification (Georgia). I have passed exams (SAT, GRE) for undergrad and grad school acceptance. To help you be...
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...to take their writing to the next level. My approach is positive and process-based, emphasizing student strengths while working toward the development of writerly voice and instinct. I have worked with students ranging from ages 13 to 60s, from a wide range of religious and socioeconomic backgrounds. My professional background is in publishing, and I hold an MFA in Creative Writing and Professional Writing from William Paterson University, where I pursued, and continue to pursue,...
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...embraced them all. I love to be in the classroom in whatever capacity, whether I am a student, a teacher or even as an administrator. The learning process is something that I have studied and will continue to study. Helping students become successful in school, at the university level and as an adult in society is an unbelievable feeling. It's one that I hope to continue here. As a student, I was on the Deans...
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...tutoring focused on building essential skills through engaging activities. With nearly 10 years of tutoring experience, I cover Math, English, Social Studies, and Science for students from elementary to middle school. Summer is also a fantastic time to explore new passions! I offer tutoring in American Sign Language (8 years) for beginners. Additionally, my 10 years of experience in Career Planning (including guidance on college admissions papers), Self-Reflection, and Mindfulness can provide valuable guidance for...
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...courses. While tutoring higher level topics, I focus on simplifying difficult material through diagrams, analogies, and practice questions. I also emphasize study skills, such as active recall and spaced repetition. Whether a student needs help with fundamental skills or advanced coursework, I am committed to adapting my teaching style to their needs and making sure they feel supported every step of the way. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to...
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...State where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Criminal Justice. Then, I went on to earn my Juris Doctorate. Since graduation, I have gained experience as a substitute teacher and mathematics tutor while also passing the bar exam and becoming a licensed attorney. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about ASVAB preparation, Bar Exam Preparation, English, Literature, History, Civics, and Mathematics. In my...
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...as a volunteer one-on-one reading tutor when I was still in high school and, ever since then, have gained a wealth of teaching experience with students of diverse backgrounds. I have worked with students as young as third grade up to learners that already have college degrees. My background as a 9th grade English teacher has given me the opportunity to work with students from low-income backgrounds, students with learning disabilities, English Language Learners as...
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...a Bachelor of Arts degree in Women and Gender Studies. Currently I am earning a Masters of Arts with a degree in Criminal Justice. I enjoy learning about new subjects but my absolute favorites are English and History. I have been tutoring kids and adults for 6 years and I enjoy all age groups. Many of the kids I have tutored are in elementary school but I am able to tutor anyone between the ages...
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...philosophers believe about human happiness, that we are here to learn. Also I believe that a way to trascend after we pass away is to leave all the knowledge we acquierd in life, here. I have struggled to be here, where at last I am. I have over 20 years of experience teaching a wide range of people, always taking care to adapt my teaching style to their learning style and not the other way...
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...basis has the ability to re-engage a discouraged and unmotivated student. These caring tutors are in an excellent position to assist students in developing the abilities required to successfully traverse their chosen path. I believe I did well in my prior course. I got along well with my classmates and loved working with them. At the same time, I had to prioritize my job and ensure that I finished what I needed to do. So...
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...for over four years. I've taught in multiple academic and creative arts programs. And I serve as a guest teacher for public schools in the United States. Some of the courses and skills that I teach include: English, reading, writing, grammar, essay writing, public speaking and resume and cover letter writing. Some of my elective courses include: Hip hop dance, jazz dance, modern dance, acting, art and digital music mixing. Thank you and I look forward...
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I love teaching and helping others learn. I believe that everyone has their own unique learning style. As a tutor, it is my goal to help you succeed. I love animals and volunteering at the humane society.
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We continued our discussion of the assessment test, specifically, we reviewed the student's first practice test and examined the strategy of the writing section to adapt her skill set to the test.
We covered some grammar from the Writing section, and were able to work through 3 sections of a full length exam. The student showed improvement for his grammar questions and felt more comfortable when he could read the sentences aloud, so I suggested that he continue to practice reading aloud.
Timed the student in the math and English sections; her pace was good. We then transitioned into science, which she is least familiar with from her SAT studies. I helped her detect trends in data and extrapolate beyond the provided information.
Today the student and I spent some time reviewing grammar concepts and talked about strategy for identifying sentence errors and improving paragraphs. We worked together through the problems of these types that she had missed on her diagnostic exam to make sure that she understood the concepts. We finished our time by doing some work on her pacing and time management for the reading portion of the exam.
We started today by working on the math section. She has no problems with the content, but needs to be more confident. We discussed testing strategies and methods to increase confidence in her abilities. We also worked on the science section. We focused on interpreting graphs.
