I am teaching music (guitar, voice and theory) to all levels and abilities. Learning to play and perform music is a great endeavor that adds quality to daily life and is personally rewarding.
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...lingering 'first-semester' hurdles and build a strong, organized foundation so you can walk into your 2026 classes feeling prepared, motivated, and ahead of the curve. I hold a Master's degree in Economics and a Bachelor's in Sociology. I bring several years of experience in teaching as well as practical business experience. My approach is rooted in patience and engagement, aiming to create a supportive environment where students can thrive in subjects like statistics, economics, mathematics,...
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...a freshman at the USC Honors College double majoring in Biology and Spanish on a pre-med track. I have taken both the SAT and ACT several times, and know the ins and outs of the process. I am especially proficient in English and Spanish subject areas, but love to tutor all disciplines. Apart from academics, I have played the piano and guitar for over 10 years, and also love to surf and read. I can't...
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...has always been an important word and concept to me. I've always thought of how great a passion for learning can become when one applies themselves to practice and understanding. What is even greater is when one can find a friend or mentor that can help them achieve even more. I love to learn and I love to teach! If you're serious about reaching your goals, whatever they may be, I will support and encourage...
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...the tipping point in my life, for it led me to become not only a lifelong teacher, but a lifetime student as well. Since 2005, I have gone on to teach English in Poland and Hungary, and also back in my hometown, Manassas, Virginia. I have taught English and Literature to high school students, ESL to adult professionals, and last year I taught Creative Writing to Honors Freshmen at Virginia Commonwealth University. At VCU's Writing...
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...level science curricula, one piece of feedback I received from many students was that I was good at answering clarifying questions. A skill relevant to the students who need an extra helping hand of tutoring. I graduated from Smith College in 2020 with Majors in Biology and Spanish. I am currently pursuing a degree in ornithology (birds!) , which I have been passionate about since I was 12 years old. I have experience working with...
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...I volunteered as an educator at a wildlife camp in Massachusetts. Since then, I have tutored sixth grade math in the highly-competitive City Year program through AmeriCorps, and worked for a year as an after-school educator in an elementary school. I come from a family of educators, who instilled in me a belief that education is the key to unlocking many doors that one might have never even known existed. I strongly believe that education...
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Test taking strategies, not a measure of intelligence but ability to apply AAMC topics. Given time and effort, anyone can score the right score to these exams. Also tough science
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...to learn, and not just WHAT to learn. I am enthusiastic about education and I am a nerd for history, politics, and current events. In high school, surprisingly, my favorite subject was math, and I always thought I was going to be a math teacher. College, however, changed my mind when I fell in love with a Colonial History course and it changed my outlook on my future in education. I want to teach my...
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...diverse range of experiences to my tutoring sessions. I hold a Bachelor's in Music, a Master's in Middle Grades Education, and a Master's in Liberal Studies, alongside certifications in middle school math, language arts, music K-12, and elementary education. I have tutored subjects including music, math, writing, and language arts, with a particular love for math due to its logical structure. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment tailored to...
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...of Deep Springs College: an elite liberal arts program located in Eastern California. Unlike most schools, the admission process to Deep Springs involves writing - and later defending before a panel of staff, faculty and students - seven essays on a variety of subjects including literature, philosophy, and education. Once admitted to Deep Springs, students are typically required to read upwards of 100 pages per day from authors such as Hegel, Joyce, and Thucydides; and...
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Hello, my name is Jackie and I have a passion for teaching and working with all different kinds of people! I am a big enforcer of positive re-enforcement and building a good learning foundation so that my students will enjoy the subjects that they previously had problems with. I hope to help you out soon!
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...- a field where conveying complicated concepts in accessible ways is imperative. In 2015 I wrote and published a book about Jurassic Park, a film which (among other things) sparked my enduring love of music. Over the years I've recorded and released both instrumental and vocal music. Further, during my undergrad I also performed lead vocals with Culture In Ruin. Cultivating a personal connection to art - through literature, film, music, even cooking - is...
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...degree in Computer Science to further develop my skills. Throughout my educational journey, I have gained extensive knowledge in programming languages such as Python, Java, and SQL, and have experience in web development, data analysis, and algorithm design. In addition to programming, I have a deep appreciation for science and its fundamental concepts. From biology to physics and chemistry, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of scientific principles and their practical applications. I firmly believe that...
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...songwriting, guitar, bass and music production. I am a strong proponent of expression and brain development through music as the skills are highly transferable in life. I believe in working with the students to define the goals important in their music and education. I am here as a teacher, but I believe the biggest impact a teacher can have is to be a role model for the students to reach a standard of critical-thinking-based decision...
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Hey, My name is Nader. I have been playing guitar for around 7 years now. My biggest strength in guitar is my knowledge of different chords, ranging from basic chords to more complex jazz chords. If you would like to hear my music to get an idea of my skills and what I have to offer, just search Nader and the Trees.
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...lab experiments for classes of up to 15 students at a time. I currently work as an environmental educator for Plano ISD, leading classes of up to 10 students of ages 6-12. I've been tutoring through Varsity for over a year, working with students of all ages and helping them with a wide variety of subjects. My strongest subjects to teach are science and math, and I also have a lot of experience helping students...
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...I've tutored as a private math instructor, instructed violin lessons, and worked as an art teacher for a local summer camp. As such, I have a great deal of experience working with children, (I have two young sisters as well) however, I am passionate about tutoring for any age. I tutor English, Literature, Math, Admissions, and my personal favorite: Guitar. I love learning, and it is always exciting to work with students to share that...
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I am currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Music Performance at the University of Tennessee - Martin. I am most passionate about and have experience with tutoring Guitar, Music Theory, Math, and Science. I love to see my students succeed.
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...found a real passion for teaching and mentoring. I graduate from college in March 2026 and am planning to travel to Japan afterward. Tutoring is currently one of my three part-time jobs, but I would love to expand it into a full-time role. I'm a very organized person who enjoys planning and conducting my own lessons. At the same time, I believe it's just as important to make sure students are having fun while learning....
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Learning to play guitar is a fairly fluid process but there are many things to learn. A guitar tutor must find what level the student is at and understand the type of guitar playing they are most interested in. Varsity Tutors can connect you with a guitar tutor who can provide a proper amount of practice and help you work on improving your technique and abilities.
Guitar tutoring can focus on many topics, including:
The parts of a guitar
Holding a guitar properly
Fretboard notes
Chords
Scales
Solos
Improvising
Rhythm
Learning the guitar can be very exciting, but requires a lot of practice. You must follow through with activities even when not with your tutor, but a tutor can be not just a teacher but also someone to play along with. Lessons can first be organized around explaining the parts of the guitar, so you understand what the fretboard, sound hole, tuners, and saddle do. Beginning in standard tuning, your tutor can show you the notes on each string and how to identify them as you play and move from fret to fret and string to string.
If you are ready to work with chords, your tutor may structure lessons around open chords or power chords. They can move on to barre chords if you're ready. When it comes to guitar tutoring, there are many levels of learning, and a tutor can move through them depending on your pace and style of learning. You can receive help with soloing along with various techniques such as bends and alternate picking.
Improvisation and song creation are a big part of being a guitar player. Your tutor can provide invaluable practice and suggestions in terms of rhythm, strumming, and picking. Whatever you're learning, there's not usually an obvious way to teach guitar. That's why a personal tutor can be so beneficial. Individualized help can focus on the topics you need the most work in, and on developing the confidence to continue moving forward.
There are different types of guitar lessons. They may be text, graphical, or video based. Guitar tutoring can be a flexible and exciting experience. If you're fascinated and motivated, Varsity Tutors can connect you with a qualified instructor so your search for "guitar tutoring near me" is complete. We can also set you up on a Live Learning Platform, so you can use a mobile device to conduct digital study sessions. To learn more, contact us today!
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