...in their academics so they can focus on fun stuff -- because we all know school is nobody's favorite thing to do. I have a BA in English with honors from Northern Arizona University, and I tutor English, test prep, Spanish, and algebra. I'm here to make the tutoring process as low-stress as possible. You run the session, and we'll target the things you struggle with in ways that work for you. In my free...
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...of learners reach their full potential. I am passionate about making learning a creative and approachable process so that every person can feel confident in their educational journey. While I tutor a broad range of subjects for nearly every grade level, I find the most enjoyment in Psychology, Writing, and Biology. In my experience helping struggling students, we have the most fun (and get the best progress) when the teaching approach is tailored specifically for...
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I've taught both composition, essay writing and creative writing for 26 years as a professor of English and Creative Writing, both at Harvard and Susquehanna University. I've published six books with New York, International, and literary presses: two novels, a collection of short stories, and three books on the writing of the short story from Oxford University Press.
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...when you're in charge of 30+ students. The downside, however, is that some of those students will slip through the cracks if they are not given enough attention. Upon earning my degree in English Education at Illinois State University, I realized after my first year of teaching that most students in Chicago Public Schools were reading at least two grades below grade level. Thats when I decided to pursue a Masters in Reading to address...
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...professional articles, and have been published in at least a dozen magazines and trade journals. Let's work together to make you a great writer! As a board-certified (American Society for Transportation & Logistics) professional, I can help you excel in course work related to that field. Over the last 25 years, I've also founded businesses, worked as an executive in major corporations, and managed a manufacturing firm as the CEO. Let's talk business! Learning can...
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...literature, writing and test prep. I enjoy helping students achieve their academic goals which will help them achieve the future they envision. I am a lifetime graduate student by choice because I have many areas of interest. I have three degrees from Georgia State University, a bachelors, masters and specialist degree, in English, Latin, and Education. I also have a specialist degree in Instructional Technology from Valdosta State University. I completed doctoral coursework and exams...
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I am currently finishing my PhD in English at Indiana University. My dissertation is focused on Shakespeare. I taught a freshman reading and writing course at IU for three years. I also worked as a tutor for three years at the university's writing center. I presently work as a reading and writing tutor at an elementary school. I am passionate about making learning accessible and enjoyable.
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...Ph.D. in Computer Science, from the University of Kentucky, and have had a wonderful time immersing myself in the world of learning. I try to approach every subject I encounter with a sense of wonder and openness so that I can appreciate the world around me to the greatest degree. I have a strong preference for experiential learning, and an approach that emphasizes asking questions and learning to come to your own conclusions given the...
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...University-Corpus Christi (TAMUCC) from August 2018 to December of 2020, with my classes consisting of hybrid forms, fully online forms, and special international sections. In June of 2022, I was diagnosed with ADHD (inattentive/impulsive type) and immediately dove into research about Executive Functioning and ways to overcome my symptoms. I now share what I have learned and my stories of success with my students as an Executive Functioning coach here on VT. Over the years,...
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Teaching is my passion; my greatest joy is sharing that passion with you! It is my pleasure to offer my tutoring services in grades ranging from elementary school through college; subjects including elementary and middle school math, pre-algebra, algebra, Earth sciences, beginner Spanish, and reading and writing for all grade levels; as well as SAT and educator-certification test preparation.
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...have a certification in teaching English as a foreign language. My favorite subjects to tutor are Russian, Japanese, and English, but I also am available to tutor in math (elementary to calculus), science, and SAT/ACT/AP prep. I have over five years of experience in both in-person and online tutoring, and I am passionate about helping students reach their academic and personal goals. I lead students to success by sparking their interest and making the subject...
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...tutored several subjects for different age groups. Through my experiences, I am able to adapt my teaching style to each student's unique learning style. I enjoy working with my students and catering each session to their personal needs - my approach is personalized, not one-size-fits-all. Whether tackling a brand new subject or overcoming struggles with a current one, I look forward to helping each student succeed. I really enjoy teaching - my goal is to...
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...love helping students learn new things! I've also helped younger kids in elementary school and older kids in high school with tutoring, which has been a great experience. One of my favorite things about being a teacher is finding ways to connect what we learn in class to cool things happening in the world today. I think it's really important to make learning exciting and relevant so my students can see how what we study...
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...tutoring for over 7 years in the subject of English which specifically includes sub-topics of Literature, Writing, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Speaking and ESL. I particularly enjoy writing and literature focuses as these subjects give opportunity for creativity and are fun! Additionally, I have a strong focus in Theatre which includes acting, directing and playwriting with over 20 years experience in this area. With tutoring, my style is to determine your style...your learning style....
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...with mathematics, authoring an essay, researching a project, or writing a powerful resume, I am there every step of the way. As an award-winning educator, I take pride in my ability to help you succeed. The ability to have an impact on the students I work with is met with gratitude and appreciation. Tutoring all subjects K-8 and high school humanities is my specialty. I also specialize in helping people become better public speakers, writers,...
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...Political Science/Government, English, Drama, Philosophy, and Film Studies for over 15 years. I taught at Tombstone High School where 50% of the students have IEPs and are Special Ed. I have taken and passed the Arizona state test for special education as well. Before that, I worked in show business for over twenty years as an actor, director, producer, casting director, and talent agent. I would most enjoy tutoring students in English and Film subjects.
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...across a variety of subjects, including AP English Language and Composition, ESL/ELL and Government and Politics. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to express their ideas and develop critical thinking skills. I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals and thrive in their studies, whether through essay editing or creative writing. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy exploring literature and engaging in community discussions, which further...
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...and theatre from Bowling Green State University and am working towards my MA in English at the University of Maine. Always aiming to meet students where they are at, I do my best to scaffold new information and foster good lines of communication with those I am teaching. I believe that successful engagement with literature and written communication (and the critical thinking skills that accompany them) are vital to student success across disciplines and fields....
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I'm a Knox College alumn with a BA in English Literature and Creative Writing. My academic and creative works have been featured in multiple publications. If you have a text to analyze, an essay to write, or a speech to practice, I'm more than happy to help with the process!
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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.
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Recent 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.
