...make a connection between what they are learning and how it will help them in all areas of their life. I am a strong supporter of life long learning, believing it to hold the keys to our success and self efficacy, and I try to spark this love of learning in all my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, walking my goats on the mountain while foraging, and enjoying nature's beauty.
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...believes that they will never get it and the moment when the light bulb comes on and the connection is made! I have more than 20+ years worth of experience tutoring one-on-one in multiple subjects and the two most important lessons that I have learnt is "always make it fun" and "always engage the student." I have undergraduate degrees in Mathematics and Computer Engineering and an MBA too. If you are struggling with a particular...
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...Art teacher, I love to use creative methods to get kids and adults learning. Can we find a way to use a cootie catcher to learn vocabulary? Let's try it out. I love to be the teacher I wish I had when I was in school, and that is exactly why I am here! I have worked with elementary, middle, and high schoolers on creative and research writing skills, grammar, reading comprehension, and ACT and...
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...Word, G-Suite, & Microsoft Office. I am also an Executive Function coach (Organization and Study Skills) who enjoys teaching the best test-taking, organizing, and deadline strategies for optimal success. Whether for short-term test tutoring needs (AP, SAT, ACT, Accuplacer, HSPT), or long-term support, I will leave you more empowered and knowledgeable on your learning journey. As a tutor, I pride myself on being patient, friendly, results-driven, kind, and welcoming to all. In my spare time,...
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...tutoring ethos is I am here to provide the necessary support and show the structures from which any person can express themselves through writing or any other medium of work; what may seem impersonal or wholly irrelevant to our lives is nonetheless connected to us in our relation to how we approach the work. This is a process of active collaboration and mutual respect for both the skills both the learner and tutor bring to...
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I am a Master's graduate of a top engineering university. I enjoy tutoring and teaching math, sciences and various subjects from elementary through college. I basically love sharing my knowledge about anything i love. I believe in incorporating real world examples to help students understand the application of math and science in the real world.
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...am a master teacher with over 30 years of classroom experience. I have taught students of all ages and abilities. I have experience with and have achieved successful outcomes with motivated as well as underperforming students. I can differentiate instruction to suit various learning styles and attainment levels. I have experience teaching adult students as a well as special needs students. I believe my experience makes me an excellent tutor for all types of students.
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...currently a Doctoral student there as well. Outside of teaching I like to coach. I have coached Football, Men's and Women's Basketball, Softball, and Baseball, although currently I am only coaching Football. My major hobby is Reading. I enjoy reading almost anything, but I particularly like Historical novels and Biographical novels. My reason for tutoring is to provide support for students who are currently experiencing difficulty in a subject area where I may be able...
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...examination math. With a strong foundation in Electrical Engineering, I bring a deep understanding of mathematical concepts to my teaching approach. I am passionate about fostering a solid understanding of mathematics in my students, helping them build confidence and achieve academic success. My tutoring sessions are designed to be engaging and personalized, catering to the individual learning styles and goals of each student. Whether you need assistance with basic math skills, preparation for standardized tests,...
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...education that's hotter than the sun, which is over 27 million degrees Farenheit (F). Been teaching for 3 years across 2 different universities, 2 states, 100+ students, 10+ majors and 500+ subjects. I am most passionate about the subjects of Science, Math and Business. My goal is to inspire and educate the next generation of students who will be tomorrow's future leaders. Help me to reach this goal by making me the best educator around!
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...memorable ways to apply course content is my favorite way to internalize the material. I view learning as equipping myself with different tools to better understand the world. With this attitude, studying became truly exciting for me, and making education more accessible and fueling curiosity have become my passions. In my free time, I like to indulge in my hobbies: reading, cooking, laughing with my friends, adventuring in YouTube, and going to concerts.
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...and I've been working at that job ever since, and loving it. I'm active in my local Lutheran church and served as its financial secretary. I'm currently an elder in my church. I've taught in summer school and in after school programs too. I do love teaching... that's why I can't seem to leave it. These days I'm employed as a paraprofessional at Middletown High School. I spend a lot of my spare time with...
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...pursuing my PhD in Neuroscience in the fall at Johns Hopkins. I have been tutoring high school students outside of class in college and involved in STEM academics and research mentorship as well as a translation program from and to English outside of class. I speak Japanese and French, and I have taken the PSATs, SATs, 10 APs, and the GREs successfully. I would be willing to help with any of these subjects, with math,...
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...apply formulas and do well on tests. Although they may get good grades, this will be useless later in life. In my teaching experience, when students actually learn the concepts and logic, not only does their math vastly improve, but they also learn to enjoy math, which is the ultimate goal. My qualifications include excelling at all high school math competitions including finishing second at the 1989 Colorado Math Olympiad. I also graduated from MIT...
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...Japanese culture where there was Japanese television on Fridays. When those programming licensing ended, I turned to the internet. In the second semester in college, I took the opportunity to enroll in the first Elementary Japanese class. I was able to get an A in the class. I have taken all the required classes and have become proficient in Japanese. In addition to tutoring Japanese, I can tutor high school math, test prep, and business...
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...best for my studies and inspired me to love learning. I became increasingly confident throughout the years, eventually earning a spot at my dream college and currently pursuing a career that I'm truly passionate about. I now wish to pay it forward and be a positive influence for the students that are frustrated in school. Based on my own experiences, I recognize how important it is to form a relationship with the student to where...
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...learning styles is tantamount to your success. In some rigorous coursework, it can be so tempting to give up and settle for a grade that does not reflect your true potential. However, with the right attitude and patience, you will be on the fast track to getting the most value out of a class because I am willing to go to great lengths to ensure my students have the resources and training to succeed.... I'll discuss...
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...and I get a real sense of purpose from helping my students to achieve the best possible grades. I'm also a SAT, SSAT, SHSAT, ISAT, ISEE, MCAT, SCAT, PCAT, LSAT, NCLEX, HSPT, GRE, GMAT, GED, GSCE, ACCUPLACER Test Prepataror. Mathematics (Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Functions, Geometry...) Physics (Newton Law of Motion, Kinetics, Work Energy and Power, Electromagnetism, Electricity, Gravitation) Biology (Genetics, Anatomy, Physiology, Sonography, Cytology), Chemistry, Science, English, French, Arabic are all subjects I master. I...
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...ACT to the different 6th-12th-grade-level of students. I also have been a private tutor for over 10 years. I was the Math Department Head for 3 years and in 2016 I became the Math Instructional Coach. I am good at teaching math by using visualized teaching style with real life examples patiently. So students can comprehend the meaning of the topics and when they solve practice questions, they can interpret the questions by using their...
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Helping students grow is a passion of mine; it is, in fact, my life's work. Since I graduated from the University of North Carolina in 2001 and NC Central University in 2005, I have worked to help students develop their potential in my roles as as an Exceptional Children's Teacher, Middle School ELA teacher, High School English and Social Studies teacher, and College Developmental Reading/Writing and English/History/Humanities instructor.
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Birmingham HSPT Quantitative Tutoring FAQ
The Quantitative Skills section of the High School Placement Test (HSPT) can pose a set of unique challenges, both on test day and during preparation, because its questions combine both logic and mathematical concepts. Lasting for fifty-two minutes, the test consists of thirty questions and asks students to complete sequences, find and predict patterns, and manipulate numbers. With such a specific skill set needed for success on this portion of the HSPT, you may want your child to have some extra help as he or she reviews for the exam.
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HSPT Quantitative Skills tutoring can assist your child in preparing for all aspects of the HSPT Quantitative Skills test. From building a strong mathematical foundation to reviewing key logic concepts, your child's personal tutor can evaluate his or her specific strengths and weaknesses with exam material. Your child's tutor can pinpoint where exactly he or she is struggling and can work to help your child bolster the specific skills he or she most needs to work on before test day, by implementing a teaching plan that is tailored to your child's learning style and individual needs.
Many students are unsure what the best way to study is. This varies by student and is largely based on learning style, strengths, and weaknesses. The individual approach to tutoring is effective because your child's private tutor can help your child identify what study method will benefit them the most and prevent them from wasting time by using study methods that don't work.
HSPT Quantitative Skills tutoring can also help your student acquire valuable test-taking strategies to help him or her address otherwise unfamiliar question formats and material on test day. Your child can learn to predict the answer to questions, identify patterns in logic, and narrow down the choices available for a question. By combining a solid conceptual and academic foundation with test-taking strategies that are specifically geared toward the HSPT Quantitative Skills section, your child can gain both the confidence and the skill to perform well on the exam.
Your child's tutor can also help them develop time management skills. One area many students struggle with on standardized tests is managing their time effectively. A private tutor can help your child prepare for this by providing them with time management tips and practice tests. This will ensure that your child has enough time to answer every question on the exam.
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The student and I had our final session of tutoring. We spent most of the session going over a level 2 practice test I had assigned for homework. The student did very well, scoring a 680 out of 800. We went over the questions he missed and the ones he skipped, and spent a lot of time focusing on the quickest way to get to the answer. Finally at the end of the session we talked about test taking strategy. I focused on getting into the right mindset before taking the test. At the end of the session we said our goodbyes and I wished him luck on the test.
The student seems a lot more comfortable both with me and with the material this week. We began with reviewing the written sections we had gone over last week and discussing the common grammar errors we saw come up. We started a notes sheet that she can add to as she sees patterns or errors that emerge a lot. We then talked about strategies for essay portion and how to make the most of the 25 minutes you have. We practiced creating an outline for an sample essay and she is going to try one at home this week that we can go over together next week. We finished by discussing the reading section and will discuss that again next week. The student seems very confident in being able to recognize tone and purpose in reading passages and we talked about how she can use that as she completes the reading sections.
Tried to figure out student 1's practice/diagnostic test and results, but eventually put it aside because couldn't be certain which set of matching questions/answers student had actually done. Would also have left student 2 out. Instead, had student 1 and 2 take first 15 questions from section 2 of practice test 1 of the study guide on 15 min timer. Debriefed about section as whole, analyzed student answer/reasoning vs correct answer/reasoning for each question, and discussed a few strategies. Had students start to compile vocab list from words in questions. Talked about some ways to learn vocab over next month. Will focus on resources for student 1 to make own flashcards per his request.
The student is doing very well. Today we looked at her essay, some science questions, and reviewed some grammar. She grasps and implements new concepts quickly. Her essay had great ideas and examples and would have easily scored a 6 if it weren't for the pervasive grammar errors. Her transitions and organizations could use a little polishing as well. We talked about what she could do better next time, and she is going to try using some different strategies on her next practice test. Similarly, on the Science section she easily figured out the correct answer to most of the questions she missed. I really feel that her lower scores on the test so far have been largely due to unfamiliarity with the format.
The student and I met today for a short session due to schedule confusion, but we'll do 2.5 hours next time to even things out. We studied the Math test in detail today, and discovered that while he has a VERY solid math foundation, his speed is where he struggles. Armed with that knowledge, we'll work on speed problems next time.
