...is home to the famous University of Florida. I possess a current professional teaching license from the Florida Department of Education in K-12 Reading, K-12 ESOL/ESL, and K-6 Elementary Education, and my teaching specialties are English, reading comprehension, and writing including SAT and ACT preparation. I taught grades 7-12 for 12 years in Florida using Achieve 3000 for the FCAT reading assessment and Read 180 for struggling readers. I use online fiction and nonfiction articles,...
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...a master's degree in special education from the University of Phoenix, I have spent over forty years teaching English and history at both public schools and colleges. My extensive tutoring experience, which exceeds two years, has allowed me to focus on College English, Creative Writing, and American and World History, emphasizing the development of students' reading, writing, and communication skills. I believe in creating a supportive and adaptable learning environment that meets students where they...
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...that they can excel in math. My teaching philosophy is centered around empathy, patience, and adaptability. I believe that every student has a unique learning style, and my job as a tutor is to identify and support that style. I strive to create a positive and encouraging learning environment, where students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes, knowing that it's all part of the learning process. Outside of academia, I enjoy watching "The Office,"...
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...The university of Alberta. I received my Bachelor of Science Computer Science. I am a certified ESL instructor. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and STEM and helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests like SAT's. I also love writing and reviewing college essays. I like working with students of all age groups and helping them feel more confident about themselves. Help me help you!
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...being innovative and spending my free time researching new technologies or approaches to a subject. It is my goal to always be a student of my field so I do not forget a student's mentality. Students should be able to also apply information from my class to their outside lives. It is my hope that they feel empowered after gaining skills in my course so that they can better their lives, as well as the...
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My name is Ryan and I have a wide variety of prior experiences in teaching and tutoring with young people. I have 6 years of experience teaching summer reading classes for students ages K-12, in which I helped students hone their skills in comprehension, textbook reading, fluency,...
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...find that the material is more memorable and some of the stress of testing is removed, and to this end I try to incorporate games as much as possible. I like to give the students ample space to show me what they do already know, something that is illuminating to me as a tutor and also frequently surprises students with how much knowledge they already command. When learning new material, I prefer an in-depth approach...
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...with my BA in History. Though I went to college for history, I have been tutoring ELA up to the college level, as well as Spanish up to the college level, since 2018. I am confident in essay writing and instruction. I have passed AP Language Composition as well as AP literature. I mainly studied European history, and I minored in anthropology . I am also knowledgeable in United States, as well as Mexican history...
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...in Chemistry, and a Minor in Mathematics, I decided to participate in various science-based internships all over the world in order to discovery a career I was passionate about. An internship in Pennsylvania as an Environmental Educator inspired me to go back to college to become a Biology Teacher in California. I loved having my own classroom and seeing my "kids" everyday, inspiring a joy for learning within them while discovering new and creative ways...
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...committed to helping your student succeed. I have been a tutor for 5+ years, and have experience teaching Math, Science, Spanish and Test Prep to students of all ages and ability. I believe every child has the potential to learn with positive one on one attention and I am committing to helping you student learn how they study best, and become a more independent learner. I look forward to meeting you, and helping you achieve...
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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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...at-risk intermediate school that had very successful results. I've taught classrooms from 3rd to 7th grade, tutored neurologically diverse students, and enjoyed watching and celebrating growth and confidence. I provide subject tutoring in ELA, social sciences, and reading instruction for primary, intermediate, and middle school students by using objectives and standards to personalize instruction. I am a relational tutor and believe that all students launch and grow by tailoring their instruction to identify what they...
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Hi! My name is Mithra and I have a background in neuropsychology. I have been tutoring and teaching for the past 9 years and love doing so. I believe that education is what will create positive global change and I want to be a part of that by helping students through their educational journey!
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...In this current role Dr. Dabney regularly teaches ESL, Math, Science, Speech and History in K-12 schools, primarily at 6-12 grade level. This new career opportunity in the K-12 system, has provided Dr. Dabney the opportunity to commit even more to doing her life's work, by helping young students discover their own talents and opportunities, through hands-on learning in a classroom and online in a virtual learning environment. Dr. Dabney is currently serving as an...
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I have over 10 years experience tutoring middle and high school math, writing, and test prep. I work with students to deepen their understanding of material so that they can become confident in their work. The goal is not getting any one problem or assignment right, but building the skillset to tackle ANY assignment independently with confidence.
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...in English from the University of Dallas and a Master of Arts from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, I went on to teach classes of 6-11th grade students at Trivium Preparatory Academy for 3 years in English, Writing, and Math. I also tutored students individually for all sections of the SAT and ACT during my time there, and I have continued to do so for the past year with Varsity Tutors. I...
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...history teacher who has also worked as a teaching assistant at one of the country's top 10 colleges. I've taught ACT/SAT prep for about 4 years to students at all ends of the academic spectrum: from those working with learning disabilities/accommodations & struggling with timing to those trying to achieve perfect scores. Although I always create individualized plans, I focus on teaching every student the most effective, step-by-step way to approach each question on each...
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...size fits all endeavor. The teacher must learn from the student their 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 found in many schools and colleges. One cannot...
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...The Brearley School and Juilliard Pre-College, as well as a current student at Carleton College where I am studying Anthropology and Archaeology. I have previous tutoring experience in both essay writing/editing and SAT verbal. The subjects I am most passionate about are History, English, Creative Writing, and Literature. I truly love everything related to history, and am constantly reading and learning about the subject on my own time. My tutoring approach is to make the...
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I am a senior Psychology, Spanish, and Religion major, and I have been tutoring for over ten years. I love working with students of all ages, and I have five years of experience working with students with learning differences! I specialize in English literature, writing, learning differences, and Spanish.
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ISEE-Upper Level Writing Tutoring FAQ
Unlike the rest of the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) Upper Level, the Writing section is not scored by the test's administrators. Instead, it serves as the writing sample provided to private schools as part of the application process. This means that the person who decides whether a given student gets to attend a given school reads the essay themselves, so your child needs to make it count! If you feel that they could benefit from a little coaching, Varsity Tutors can connect you with an ISEE-Upper Level Writing tutor to assist in their test prep.
Here is a brief checklist of what most schools are looking for in ISEE essays:
The ability to follow directions
A coherent organizational structure
A demonstration of a student's grammar and mechanical knowledge
A compelling case for why a student would be a good choice for their institution
That first step may seem obvious, but there are several traps that students may fall into. First, the directions state that students are to write out the prompt (unedited) before they start writing their answer. This is easy to forget, but doing so is effectively starting your essay with "I don't know how to follow directions!" One of the best ways to avoid this trap is to write several practice essays during ISEE-Upper Level Writing tutoring sessions to reinforce that you need to reproduce the prompt.
In addition, the questions are more personal in nature than the essay prompts most students are accustomed to. That said, it is still important to stay on topic and answer the question asked. If you're writing about what charity you would volunteer at if forced to choose one, don't go into a lengthy diatribe on your home life. Your ISEE-Upper Level Writing tutor is a valuable resource if you're ever unsure of how to approach a practice prompt, so ask them plenty of questions while you have the chance.
ISEE-Upper Level Writing tutoring sessions are also a great place to practice outlining your thoughts before an essay. You only get 30 minutes from start to finish, so pausing between paragraphs to figure out what you're going to say next isn't really an option. An outline gives you one convenient point of reference to help you plan your response. It also helps give your piece a logical structure that readers can easily follow.
Finally, you need to write neatly. If your handwriting looks like another language, high school ISEE-Upper Level Writing tutoring sessions are the perfect place to practice your penmanship.
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