I'm interested in getting to know students to evaluate how best to accommodate or complement their learning desires and needs. I want to know what makes them apprehensive to or love a subject/topic and how to engage them to advance from where they begin. It should be an exciting journey for both of us! I'm a recently graduate dentist who has a strong writing, science, and math background!
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I became interested in tutoring during college. I started tutoring biology, chemistry and writing. By my senior year, I was running the tutoring center and writing lab. Following undergraduate, I became a teacher's aid and substitute teacher in the public school system. A year later I attended graduate school, where I received my PhD in neuroscience. I have over 10 years of experience tutoring math, science, SAT prep, and sciences (including biology and life sciences).
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I'm a veteran teacher with ten years of experience in the classroom. I also serve as the Middle School Chair of the Indiana Council for Teachers of English and as a Teacher-Consultant for the Indiana Writing Project. I'm passionate about helping students excel in their reading and writing skills and to become driven independent learners.
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I have been tutoring since 2004 and have also served as adjunct professor of English at Newbury College and Spanish at Fisher College, both in Boston. I have also published fiction and non-fiction. If you don't have test material for the PSAT/SAT, ACT, TOEFL, or SSAT/ISEE, no need to worry; I will provide you with material.
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...Opera Production and Directing and my Bachelor of Music in Voice with an Early Childhood-Grade 12 Education Certification--respectively. I have taught middle school, high school, and college level courses in subjects such as Speech, Theater, Music Appreciation, Sight-Singing & Ear Training, and Choir Ensembles. I have traveled the US working production for opera companies such as Des Moines Metro Opera and Aspen Opera Theater. While I am certified to teach in Music and Theater, I...
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...traumatic brain injuries, to intellectual learning disabilities. The goal of our classroom is to help our students meet their social, emotional, and academic goals. I plan to pursue a certification in ESE to continue serving an underserved group. I love working with students to develop goals and strategies for success. I tend to focus on English, writing, literature, and grammar with my tutoring students. I can cover a wide range of subjects if necessary, however....
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I work with all ages of students, from Elementary School to those in high risk High School. I enjoy being the right guide and teaching others to fulfill their dreams. Looking forward to helping others to work towards a better school life meeting the needs of teachers, parents, or other family members. I have even taught equestrians! Have enjoyed teaching in Texas and substituted in New Mexico and Arkansas.
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...for any learner who struggles with test-taking, reading comprehension, or self-study skills. I know what techniques I used to simplify the challenge of the exam, and I want to share those same skills with anyone on this platform seeking exam help. Studying doesn't require all-nighters, nor should it be anxiety-provoking by default; so I share skills which I hope can spark a lifetime of easier learning. A perpetual honors student, I graduated Summa Cum Laude...
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I have been in public education for almost 20 years, and can't see myself ever doing anything other than working with students. I obtained my Bachelors through Alabama, Masters through West Alabama, and doctorate through Sam Houston State.I love working with people in areas where they struggle and seeing them succeed. Outside of education, I love sports and traveling with my family. I can tutor English, history, education, sociology, social sciences, religion, and many more.
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...Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning from Sonoma State University (SSU), where I also worked as a Tutorial Program coordinator for 5 years. During my time at SSU, I supervised and trained 80+ college tutors across disciplines in best tutoring practices. Currently, I work as an Academic Support Specialist at a local high school where I oversee all academic support programming, design academic support plans for students' unique needs, and teach a study support class that includes...
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Garrett Hazelwood recently completed a term as interim prose editor of The Southern Review. His MFA is from Louisiana State University, where he taught English composition and was the 2017 and 2018 recipient of the Kent Gramm MFA Award for Literary Nonfiction. He's currently at work on an essay collection about his experiences as a commercial fisherman in Alaska.
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...To learn more about me, my pronouns are they/them and I believe there's always something new to learn. I've been a tutor since 2018 and a library assistant since 2011. Helping others in their educational path has motivated me and will continue to. Some subject areas include sciences, real estate licensing, and even computer sciences. You've got goals and a path to your own personal success whatever that means to you. Learning doesn't just start...
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...for 10 years and specialized in teaching fifth and sixth grade Language Arts and Social Studies for the past ten years. I love to help children to reach their full potential through individualized instruction. I've been a tutor with Varsity Tutors since September, 2019 working both online and visiting students in their homes in the New York City area. Since March, 2020, I have been tutoring online and am available to tutor first thru sixth...
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I am interested in broadening individual learners knowledge of the social sciences. ... I use a student-centered approach to learning. This is also known as learner-centered education, which broadly encompasses methods of teaching that shift the focus of instruction from the teacher to the student.... I will address their individual needs and concerns.... I can help a student become an independent learner by recommending additional educational resources that will stimulate the learning environment.... I would keep...
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...endorsement from Lewis & Clark College. For over seven years, I've helped middle school, high school, college students, and adults strengthen their academic skills, organization, and confidence through individualized, learner-centered support. My background in teaching, curriculum design, and coaching allows me to adapt each session to fit a student's unique goals, learning style, and strengths. I believe learning should feel purposeful and empowering. My approach combines structure, curiosity, and encouragement helping students break down complex...
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...minored in History. I also graduated in Spring 2021 with my master's degree in English Literature. My specialties are English, Government/Political Science, History, Essay Writing and Editing, Study Skills, Organization, AP Courses, College Preparation, and many others. I primarily work with students from 9th grade to 12th grade and college students, but I am open to helping anyone! My career has taken many paths. I have primarily worked in Higher Education and I am working...
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...English as a New Language. I am a full-time teacher in Indianapolis, serving students in tenth grade. I believe that all students are capable of becoming critical readers, writers, and thinkers in the 21st century regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic status. My passion is in teaching both high school English and ENL. However, I love to work with any students who may be struggling to find motivation to read and/or write.
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My goals are to help students better understand English and literature, develop an appreciation for writing and reading, and to enjoy the learning process. I also look forward to learning with them!
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I'm currently a first-year student at Tufts University with experience tutoring elementary school level math, English, and history, as well as high school writing. In particular, I'd love to assist any students trying to improve their writing skills, work on reading comprehension, or simply edit essays!
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Ambitious, committed, and detail oriented aspiring paralegal who is dedicated to developing analytical and quantitative skills in the legal field. Continuously seeking opportunities to expand my public speaking skills and tech savvy abilities.
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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.
