Top HSPT Verbal Tutors serving Durham
Julie: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...old as high school seniors on their reading and writing skills. I truly believe that reading and writing is the key to understanding and interacting with the world in a positive way. I know certain books have changed my life and I hope to instill the same passion I have for the written word within...
Education & Certification
- Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
- University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Language Skills
- HSPT Reading
- College Essays
- +26 subjects
Shira: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...I would characterize my tutoring style as positive and persistent, but above all, I like to tailor my approach to best suit the needs and learning style of each individual student. My specialties are test prep (AP/SAT/ACT/SSAT) and science subjects, including biology, chemistry, and physics. I am also experienced with tutoring US and world history,...
Education & Certification
- Brandeis University - Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Math
- HSPT Quantitative
- HSPT Reading
- +86 subjects
Reshad: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...South Asians living in New York City. I have spent the last two semesters mentoring kids from a local shelter every Saturday during the school year. My specialties are SAT prep, SHSAT Prep, English and Social Studies. As a tutor, I am persistent and creative in my teaching techniques. I will explore every option to...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Queens College - Current Undergrad, Urban Studies
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Language Skills
- HSPT Math
- HSPT Reading
- +34 subjects
Daniel: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...or inadequately explained concept. Once I find the problem area, I can explain it as clearly and as simply as possible. If the student doesn't "get" the explanation the first time, I am willing to spend as much time on the concept as the student needs. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the piano,...
Education & Certification
- University of Dallas - Current Undergrad, Mathematics/Science
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Language Skills
- HSPT Quantitative
- HSPT Math
- +36 subjects
Margot: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...stress in students' lives. I'm here to help your workload feel manageable (and hopefully fun!) and to encourage you to do your best work. I take this attitude and my teaching style and adapt it to the needs of each individual student. We'll work together to figure out how YOU learn best, what approaches work...
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Double Major in Music and Theater
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Quantitative
- HSPT Math
- HSPT Reading
- +57 subjects
Luke: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...of mine, rock climbing. I worked as a climbing guide, bringing people from all walks of life into my world and out of their comfort zones. I learned how to gently push people past their fears. I learned how to use a combination of encouragement and technical knowledge to help people reach their goals. I...
Education & Certification
- Colorado College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Language Skills
- HSPT Math
- HSPT Quantitative
- +39 subjects
Alexandra: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...As a Terry Scholar, I am well-versed in all subjects and have taken on the role of mentor to many of the incoming freshmen. I have spent most of my free time in college as a nanny and tutor to families around the DFW area. I have experience with all age groups and there is...
Education & Certification
- University of North Texas - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Reading
- HSPT Quantitative
- HSPT Language Skills
- +308 subjects
Ben : Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...approach to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally, having just gone through the college admissions process, I am privy to its length and complexity so can lend advice on anything, namely essays. I have plenty of experience writing and have been published in...
Education & Certification
- Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Quantitative
- HSPT Math
- HSPT Language Skills
- +137 subjects
Donna: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...4 years at the Andrews School private day and boarding school. I taught English at Webb School of Knoxville with an emphasis on writing and grammar. My experiences with ESL, as well as graduate level linguistic courses and the particular attention I paid to the writing process, give me the grammatical knowledge most English majors...
Education & Certification
- Hiram College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Case Western Reserve University - Master of Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Reading
- English
- Public Speaking
- +14 subjects
Deana: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...at the same time enabling my students to learn as much as possible. In addition, I have a passion for helping my students express themselves creatively through writing, find their own individual writing style and voice, and convey their ideas in the most concise and interesting way possible. I look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
- University of Richmond - Bachelors, Business
- Rutgers University-Camden - Masters, English, Teaching Certification
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Language Skills
- HSPT Reading
- English
- +10 subjects
Rina: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...is connected with examples of application. Finding funny, 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Math
- HSPT Language Skills
- HSPT Reading
- +51 subjects
Jessica: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...test. In fact, my students in my final year of teaching were ranked #1 and #2 in the state of Massachusetts on their Math and ELA state tests, respectively. In addition to teaching, I have spent the last 1.5 years working on ELA curriculum design and teacher development for a network of schools in NYC...
Education & Certification
- Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Child Development, French
- Simmons School of Library and Information Science - Masters, Children's Literature, Library and Information Science
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Reading
- 4th Grade
- ISEE
- +74 subjects
Sean: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...minor. I have been tutoring for more than 6 years. For 2.5 years, I taught math to Cornell Engineering undergraduates, and I looked forward to it every week! On Varsity Tutors, I tutor up to college level mathematics and physics, test prep (including AP courses, and SAT reading/writing). Explaining difficult math and science concepts in...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Reading
- HSPT Math
- HSPT Quantitative
- +67 subjects
Elena: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...Much of my tutoring background is in test-prep and essay coaching, which I enjoy because it allows the tutor and student to think strategically together, and work as a team to achieve concrete results. I have worked with students ranging in age from 6-32, and believe that, in an educational context, a few jokes never...
Education & Certification
- McGill University - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
- University of Edinburgh - Masters, Biblical Studies
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Reading
- HSPT Math
- HSPT Quantitative
- +37 subjects
Susan: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...incorporated tactile boards, sky writing, active movement, as well as many anchoring visuals. Such student success has also come through a gradual release method that I use as a framework for my lessons. This includes modeling, guided practice, independent practice and a wrap-up closure. Working 1:1 gives me the opportunity to deeply differentiate to my...
Education & Certification
- Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
- Saint Xavier University - Master of Science, Teaching and Leadership
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Language Skills
- HSPT Reading
- 11th Grade Reading
- +88 subjects
Lillian: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...in raising their English scores by a full letter grade at the end of the semester. With more than 5 years of mentoring, tutoring, and teaching experience, I strongly believe that all subjects can be made fascinating. Gaining knowledge should be an exciting process, not a dreaded routine. Because of this, I try my best...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Psychology and Plan II Honors
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Language Skills
- HSPT Quantitative
- HSPT Reading
- +50 subjects
Thomas: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...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...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Reading
- HSPT Quantitative
- HSPT Language Skills
- +17 subjects
Kevin: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...math that they are presented with at school. Often the concepts will appear confusing and hard to understand without some extra help. Using my 38 years of experience teaching Math, I can help those students identify and overcome the problems they are encountering. My favorite memories are when the student "gets it", and their smile...
Education & Certification
- St. Johns University - Bachelors, Math/Coaching
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Math
- HSPT Quantitative
- HSPT Reading
- +131 subjects
Susan: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...interests, skills and learning preferences. It is then up to the teacher to provide a learning environment unique to that student which will not only show the student how they best acquire new information but also show them how to take that new information and apply it to the one size fits all testing environments...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Bachelors, Anthropology
- University of Massachusetts-Boston - Masters, Education, Secondary Social Studies
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Reading
- AP Psychology
- Study Skills
- +32 subjects
Kaan: Durham HSPT Verbal tutor
...studying under my belt ready to get kids to want to learn. I pride myself getting students to be as confident in their answers, as I am in mine. My area of expertise ranges from algebra to physics to test prep and even basic Spanish. Everyone has a different way of learning, and everyone is...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- HSPT Verbal
- HSPT Language Skills
- HSPT Quantitative
- HSPT Math
- +41 subjects
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