...Education at East Carolina University in Greenville, NC, earned National Board Certification, and have recently completed a MS in Technical Communication through North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC. I have spent my career working with students of all levels, including EC, Honors, and AP. I have also spent much time tutoring students to be successful on the verbal portion of the SAT. In my free time, I of course enjoy reading, but a close...
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...in the Education Department at Grinnell, I conducted comprehensive research on racial incidents in schools and communities, contributing to recommendations for addressing racial disparities in education. Additionally, my role as a Research Assistant in the Neuroscience Department involved utilizing advanced microscopy techniques to investigate the impact of stress on neuronal connectivity. These positions have honed my analytical skills and deepened my understanding of the educational and psychological challenges students face. I have also gained valuable...
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...able to tutor a broad range of subjects, including standardized test preparation, English literature up to the college level, essay and academic writing and grammar, Russian and Spanish language skills. Having scored in the top percentiles on the verbal and essay writing sections of standardized tests, such as the SAT and GRE, I also possess the perspective and expertise to help others excel on these and similar exams. I am passionate about empowering students to...
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...order to help them succeed in the workforce. As for my education, I hold a Bachelor of Arts in English, Language and Literature, along with a Master's Degree in Secondary Education. I am married and have a seven year old daughter. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy spending time with my family, going to the library, watching movies, and volunteering at my local animal shelter. A fun fact about me is that I am a vegetarian....
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...Stevenson University very soon, and I have been working as a writing tutor there for three years now. In my own free time I do a lot of creative writing along with the scholarly writing I do for my classes. I have helped students with their writing across a multitude of classes and genres. My main focus is to always help students get the most out of their tutoring sessions so that they may take...
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I have been teaching 18- to 22-year-old students at the college level since 1995. I love imparting to them my own passion for the English language and its literary heritage, from Chaucer through our best 21st-century writers. I am particularly absorbed by the history of fiction, drama, and poetry in English, and I hope to continue to teach such love of the written word to curious students today.
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...professional experience in higher education and a Masters degree in Higher Education policy and administration, I am confident I have the expertise to assist students in writing essays and reading comprehension from the countless admissions essays I've read to my own dissertation I diligently worked on for my degree. I'm also competent and capable to assist with elementary studies in mathematics, science and history. My home base is in beautiful Central Virginia and I moved...
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Hello, My name is Deatrick LaPointe. I have an MS degree in Management of Technology and am currently a PhD Candidate in Cyber Defense, Information Assurance. I enjoy learning and hope to pass on my knowledge and experience with others to enhance quality of life and education.
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...why I decided to be an educator. I love working with students, engaging them in their learning, and showing them how to have positive roles in society. I have worked with students in first grade, second grade, third grade, and fifth grade. I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Longwood University in Farmville, VA. Afterwards, I began my teaching career in second grade while I also began my Master's program. I attended Longwood...
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...develop a long term career plan that would help them achieve their goals. In undergrad at the University of Illinois, I completed a degree in International Business and Marketing, with a minor in French. I then went on to get my Master's Degree in Public Administration at Cornell University. While there, I interned with both local and federal governments, which taught me how to write and communicate to a variety of stakeholders. I have also...
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...Auburn University, specializing in Marketing, I bring a unique blend of analytical skills and extensive writing expertise to tutoring. My background includes winning multiple creative writing competitions and practical experience crafting diverse content for marketing campaigns. I am passionate about helping students develop strong reading and writing skills, drawing on both my academic knowledge and real-world application of language. My hobbies include reading, playing piano, walking my dog, and traveling with family and friends.
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...pleasure of supporting the academic and creative interests of young adults and adults alike. As a Media Instructor with the Gulf South Youth Action Corps, I used various forms of media (magazines, commercials, movies, and books) to discuss the importance of disaster preparedness, literacy, and resourcefulness. Additionally, as an ACT Instructor with Kaplan Test Prep, I facilitated two classes of high school juniors who were passionate about reaching their dreams, but just needed a bit...
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...ever since elementary school in a variety of subjects, including Algebra, Spanish, Reading and Writing, Biology, and Exercise Science. During instruction, I meet students "where they are" to foster trust and communication, to establish groundwork for improvement, and to understand the student's needs and goals. Moving forward, I challenge and encourage students as they work hard to reach their goals. My favorite aspect of tutoring is seeing students' confidence and self-esteem increase as they learn,...
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...English who loves helping students find their best voice to express what they want in writing. I love seeing the light of understanding click on! I have taught levels from ESL to recent refugees all the way to graduate students, and probably most enjoy grammar and teaching literature electives. My own struggles learning required math in college help me empathize with learners; I wish I had had a great tutor for math! But I believe...
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...Las Vegas. I also teach graduate students who are pursuing their Master's of Business Administration, as well as reading and writing to adult learners who wish to earn their high school diploma. I am a certified teacher licensed in the state of Nevada. It is my belief that education is the vehicle in which individuals receive vital skills, knowledge, and tools that are necessary to build a successful life. I believe that all students can...
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Libby holds a BA in Professional Writing from SUNY Cortland. During her undergrad, she tutored Spanish and English Language Arts. Currently, she is a creative writing MFA candidate at Drexel University where she teaches undergrad creative writing as an adjunct. Libby is passionate about creating lessons that appeal to every type of learner--visual, auditory, and hands-on. She also has experience working with neurodivergent teens and adults.
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...helping my students feel the connection with the teacher and material that is important for strong and consistent improvement. I love math but find that I am very successful teaching foundational reading and English to my online student. Science and STEM opportunities are also important to me as I am able to bring the understanding for these critical thinking skills needed to advance. My tutoring style is built on engaging and interactive lessons. I use...
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...writing major who is currently applying to Veterinary School. I love to read and write, but my primary passion is veterinary medicine, so I have spent the past 4 years doing a LOT of science courses. My favorite subjects to tutor are writing, math, and ACT prep. My personal philosophy is that everyone deserves to understand the material they are being asked to learn, and that is where I wanted to help as much as...
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...degree in English from Western Washington University, a Master's in Education from Pacific Lutheran University, and an MFA (Master of Fine Arts) in Creative Writing from Goddard College. I am currently teaching English composition, literature, and developmental writing at both Northwest Vista College in San Antonio, Texas, and Del Mar College in Corpus Christi. These classes include online, remote learning, and face-to-face instruction. Prior to teaching at the college level, I taught all levels of...
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Expository Writing Tutoring FAQ
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 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.
