...field working at the elementary and post-secondary levels. I was also an Assistant Principal at an accredited early college high school, and a Principal at a public charter high school. These 13 years in education have taught me how to work with a wide range of students from kindergarten to undergraduate. I have taught English from 5th grade to 12th grade, as well as History from 5th grade to the college level. Along the way,...
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...continuing my education of a Graphic Design career in process of acquiring my Bachelor's Degree in UTEP (University of El Paso Texas). I have 3-4 years of experience working with students organize their learning class and homework subject skills such as Reading, ESL, Writing, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, History and Creative Arts as a substitute teacher and tutor from Clint Independent School District from El Paso TX. I love helping others and I'm passionate...
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...always been my passion and I have pursued that passion both through theater and through writing and teaching. I have worked as a substitute teacher and after school instructor at Saint Ann's School, as well as performing all over the country! I absolutely love teaching and inspiring kids and young adults to enjoy learning. My approach to teaching is highly individualized based on each student's needs and learning methods. I am a firm believer in...
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...their education. I enjoy solving problems with everyone and to see them feel accomplished brings joy to me. I have been in the emergency services and medical field for about 14 years. I am a Paramedic and Firefighter with multi-disciplines in Technical Rescue operations including HAZMAT Technician Level II. I enjoy math and sciences because they are the foundation of everyday living. I remember what it is like to need help and guidance in classes...
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...an "umbrella" approach, assessing and providing feedback on "big picture" concepts like idea development and cohesiveness in writing and directing students to "small picture" concepts like proper grammar, mechanics, and spelling. I wish to tutor because I believe that education contributes to the greater good of society. In order to help students advance in their educational and career goals, as well as to help them become thoughtful, informed members of society, tutoring can provide students...
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...learning with the guidance of my AP Government teacher. He presented the material in a manner that made me look forward to class and eager to do homework for it. Creating a similar atmosphere is something that I have strived for in my own teaching experiences. Upon graduating from university, I served as an AmeriCorps Member for an educational nonprofit at a local high school. My time was spent working with small groups of students...
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...All students, children especially, do best in a warm, inviting environment where they feel engaged and excited to participate. This is the environment I always aim to provide. I have a Bachelor's in English Literature (with an education endorsement) from Western Washington University, as well as a Master's in Public Affairs from Washington State University. I enjoy reading and writing in just about every form, and I truly love teaching. I have taught and tutored...
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...I obtained my bachelor's degree in English and Creative Writing in order to gain a new, fresh perspective on liberal arts culture and the humanities, I realized my academic focus was better suited for the study and education associated with math. I've loved math ever since grade school, and I found myself actually looking forward to coming home and doing my math homework! I soon realized that what I was doing was not only fun,...
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...small towns surrounding an army base in Northern New York. Two of my three degrees come the State University of New York, and my third comes from Northern Virginia Community College. This is my first time professionally tutoring students, but I am confident in my abilities as a professional writer, editor, and proofreader. I see myself as an artist. Music is actually my first love, but I also love writing, and I want to share...
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...a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I...
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...learn their individual potential and see that anything is possible! I am currently in the honors program at USC to receive my masters in social work for clinical counseling. I believe I am patient, understanding and excellent at building foundations that will stay with you for a lifetime. I would love to help you with your educational pursuit and I will make sure that frustration is never felt again. It is my goal to make...
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...just recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a master's in Biotechnology. I have worked as a research technologist at Johns Hopkins Medicine and I am now a medical student at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. I have thirteen years of tutoring experience, in subjects ranging from math, test prep, Spanish, and violin. I train in martial arts and I enjoy learning languages in my free time. I have volunteered as a Spanish medical interpreter...
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I have about 10 years of experience tutoring students of all ages in multiple subjects, including elementary science students to professionals learning English as a foreign language. I am passionate about helping others reach their goals!
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...This does not mean a student is more or less intelligent than the next or the teacher is always right. There are fundamental methods and approaches that a student must learn when obtaining an education. The difference between a good teacher and a great one is adapting those methods and approaches to each individual. This cannot always be done in a classroom setting, and that is why we have tutors. I may not be the...
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I am a one-of-a-kind creator with 24 robust years of life and learning experience. Through my work, I strive to exceed expectations, push boundaries, and build connections.
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...Information Technology. I am also experienced in test prep including SAT, ACT, NCLEX, TEAS, and many more. My students have seen significant improvements and have gone on to achieve their goals. For example, I helped one person prepare for a Nursing School entrance exam called the TEAS exam. She wasn't sure if her GPA would be good enough so she wanted to do well on the TEAS. After about 6 weeks of lessons covering the...
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...and specialize in students with dyslexia whether older or younger. I teach UFLI, Take Flight, Rewards, Reading Readiness, writing, and other programs to match your child's needs. These programs are Orton Gillingham-based. I teach prefixes and suffixes as well as morphology while making it fun. I am a Certified Academic Language Therapist and Structured Language Dyslexia Therapist. I am also able to do assessments to determine the strengths and weaknesses of your student. Work with...
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...had many years of volunteer work teaching pre-k level students and grew a love for teaching from that experience. I graduated in 2013 with my GED. I am currently studying at SNHU towards my B.A. in Forensic Psychology. I am love tutoring any subject from Pre-k to 12th grade. I also have the capability to tutor for GED. I have a love for all things math and writing. Math has always been the subject that...
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...student at Georgetown University. My background has equipped me with the skills to be communicative, flexible, rigorous and creative with my students. I tailor the tutoring experience to orient towards each of my student's individual goals, based on their current strengths and weaknesses. I use my experience to help my students improve their cognitive (thinking) skills and overall grasp of the subject matter at hand. I am looking forward to helping you reach your goals.
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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.
