...have taught at the university level, worked closely with the local school systems, and have experience working with young and adult learners with learning disabilities. With experience as a mental health therapist, I strive to develop a working relationship with learners so that we can determine the best way to approach new concepts. I enjoy helping others, am very passionate about subject areas, such as mathematics and psychology, and I am able to establish rapport...
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...preparation, to teaching a summer course in Philosophy at Oxford University, to volunteering as an assistant teacher at Carrboro Middle School in North Carolina. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am especially enjoy working with students on Math, English, and Writing. I always work on first ensuring that students understand the underlying fundamental concepts before tackling more complex problems. I love to use real-world, relevant examples to make concepts come to life,...
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...recently as a Teaching Assistant in a psychology/neurology class of 140+ freshmen. I have worked at school and camp programs with children of all ages. I first started tutoring juniors and seniors as a freshman in high school when Marblehead High School allowed me into the upperclassmen's Western Philosophy class; since then, I have tutored all major subjects and tests, as well as several specialties, from the elementary to the collegiate levels. I take a...
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...lessons to diverse learning styles. My expertise spans Algebra, Algebra 2, Elementary and Middle School Math, and Pre-Calculus. I prioritize building relationships of trust with my students, focusing on their individual needs and fostering a supportive environment where they can gain confidence in their abilities. I strive to connect mathematical concepts to real-life applications, making learning not only accessible but also meaningful. Witnessing my students' "aha" moments is the most rewarding aspect of my work,...
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Hi, my name is Naomi, and I am happy to tutor for Varsity Tutors. I study English literature and philosophy, so reading and writing are my strongest suits, but I am glad to help in any of my listed subjects. Please send me a message to let me know how I can be of assistance!... It depends on the subject, but I like to be creative and use all sorts of materials to draw/write/graph etc.... I...
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...at Chicago. I have been tutoring mathematics for 10 years (6 years professionally). I have been teaching mathematics for 6 years (high school and college). I have a great love for learning and teaching. I enjoy helping others further their education and reach their academic goals. I feel that everyone is capable of learning and I am able to help students at each step in the learning process. My other hobbies include music and photography.
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...to be a sucessfull candidate in the tech world, a real problem-solver. I have developed my own Python applications, which I often use to create and share music and video, and worked as a crucial part of a fast-paced development team. I have experience with most aspects of a corporate development environment. I have also released an audio cd created entirely using Python code. I hope to share my expertise with my students, helping to...
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...a dedicated tutor with years of experience. I provide support and guidance for students in many subjects and specialize in test preparation, teaching study skills, and ensuring a deep understanding of all material. My background includes a Graduate Degree in Environmental and Resource Economics with honors, and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, with honors. I have tutored students at all levels of mathematics, prepared students for high school and college, and taught graduate level...
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...School of Public Health and a Bachelor's degree from Johns Hopkins University. I tutored GED math for 3 years in college, so I have experience breaking down concepts for students with a variety of learning styles. I've also informally tutored other students in my math and science classes. My favorite part of working with students is seeing people's faces light up when they understand a tough concept. In my free time, I enjoy reading, walking,...
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...my country in the United States Army. I received my Bachelor's at Purdue University. I love working with students of all ages. However, my license is in Mathematics Education grades 5-12. I am currently in my 8th year of being a teacher at a high school and prior to that I was working at a tutoring center. The past few years I have spent half day working with Special education and very low math skills...
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As a mother of four children who loves working with kids and people. I've been tutoring for almost 20 years, and have many students who have gained from my helping them. I have worked with a wide range of math students, from elementary aged through high school aged. Whether you'd like to get ahead or want to review, I can assist you and work with you!!
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...have a great deal of teaching experience as a tutor and a regular teacher since 1996 when I became a university student. I liked to help students have interest in learning, especially science. I like it when my students feel free to ask me any questions in and out of the learning process. Great rapport makes one a good tutor. I have taught general science and biology for middle and high school students for over...
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I believe in being a life-long learner. An academic course should be designed to optimize a student's success. My goal is to teach mathematics, along with life skills at all levels, observation, critical thinking, organization, hard work, and reflection.
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...My philosophy is to help with any homework that is due, and then spend any remaining time covering concepts from previous years that may need some strengthening. For example...simpliyfing fractions will be difficult if you don't know your multiplication/division facts...so I would work on those topics if simplifying is difficult. For the younger kids, playing a game or two to break up the hour is always a great idea. Using visuals is great for any...
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My name is Christi. I have a bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from Baylor University. Sic'em Bears! I have also spent time working on my Masters of Chemical Engineering at Rice University. I have a year of tutoring experience at local Houston high school. I enjoy tutoring students in math and science. I love getting to connect with my students one on one.... I believe learning should be fun. I try to make tutoring an enjoyable experience....
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University Of North Texas | Bachelor's of Science in Math, and minors in actuarial science and statistics. ... People learn in different ways, so I like to adjust to their learning style instead.... Formally introduce myself, and ask what I can help him/her with.... By helping him/her understand the concept behind every question.... By helping him/her stick to a study schedule and making the study sessions interesting.... I would try a different approach of looking at...
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I embrace a student centered approach to student learning. This means that I let the student lead the discussion of a particular problem. I have been teaching for 6 years at the high school level, having come off a BS in Math with a minor in Physics from UC Merced(go bobcats).
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...Bachelors in Mathematics. I will continue onto graduate school from there. After tutoring at Santa Fe College located in Florida, I have developed many skills and approaches for various problems in the world of math. It is a passion of mine that will not be leaving anytime soon. I believe each student needs a knowledgeable, understandable, and well-rounded tutor to become successful. Thus, I am willing to be that for anyone who so may need...
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...and implementing the best training methodology, tutoring tips, videos, lessons and multiple other means of media for my students. As a potential tutor of your child I look forward to utilizing my skillset to further impact generations of students. I sincerely desire to give back the educational gift that was so graciously bestowed upon me. The possibilities for the students once they understand their potential in mathematics is limitless. One of my greatest rewards is...
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Cambridge 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.
