...TEFL academy. I have extensive knowledge with topics such as fine arts (photography, drawing, printmaking, ceramics, etc), astronomy, calculus, Greco-Roman archaeology, and Egyptology. I have taught students of all ages in a wide range of subjects. My teaching philosophy places students as the center of the learning experience. I find that ESL lessons in particular are enjoyable for the students when the lessons connect to their personal interests. Outside of academia, I enjoy drawing, roller...
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...of their ability. I believe students learn best when they are shown exactly how to do something and are given a path to follow. As an educator, it's my job to teach them how to use different skills and strategies to be successful , life-long learners. I believe when a student feels confident because they understand what they are doing, they are capable of achieving any goal that they set. It is my job to...
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...right up to adult age. I have taught elementary, middle, and high school. I taught various subjects as a Certified Exceptional Student Education Teacher (Special Education). I don't have a favorite subject that I tutor. Education is my passion so I come to each subject with that same passion. I get to know my student and base my teaching style on my what my student's needs are. My hobbies are reading books, crocheting, loom knitting,...
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...summa cum laude with my bachelors in journalism and minors in public relations and global communication. Writing has always been a large part of my career, whether it's been copyediting, writing, or reading. That's why I'm passionate about helping others learn to love writing. I believe it just takes the right approach. I've also taught English as a second language and would love to work with any non-native speakers on improving their vocabulary and sentence...
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...the Praxis exams, and general study skills. I have expert proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and English Language Arts concepts. I have advanced proficiency in Adobe programs. I have also been a high school yearbook advisor and would love to share my knowledge to fulfill your journalism, writing, proofreading, editing, captioning, layout tutoring needs. In my spare time, I love spending time with my husband and dog, walking, reading, visiting my daughter and other family...
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...awesome weather. I look forward to assisting all those that want to learn the English language or improve on what they already have learned. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from, The Ohio State University and my Masters of Organizational Management from, University of Phoenix. I just receive my ESL teaching certification from International TEFL Academy. My teaching style is very relaxed. I like to understand my students and get to know them...
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...achieving clarity in writing is synonymous with achieving clarity in thinking. As a former journalist, my news editors at Dow Jones provided rigorous training in both writing and editing, refining my skills to a professional level. I have studied English and English literature extensively at the college level. I also teach history, a subject integral to my master's degree in international relations. I work with students from elementary to high school, as well as college...
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...is doubled when shared! I dream of a world full of smart people - people just like you! I'm a Sorbonne educated teacher and author who you could describe as "very optimistic about people". My master's is in social sciences, but I also studied linguistics (and received grants to do so in Finland and Denmark). But mostly, I love learning, and have contagious enthusiasm - if you need to get motivated, I will motivate you!
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I'm here to help those that need a better understanding in the topics that seem too difficult to tackle alone. Rest assured you will end our session with a clear understanding. And to the parents please feel free to message me with any concerns that involve your child's education. I'm here to help every student!
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...in a clear and insightful way. I believe I gained invaluable experience from the process of revising and presenting these two papers that translates well to classroom teaching and working with students to become independant thinkers in the humanities. The development of community within our profession is very important to me, and I have had several opportunities to engage in this type of service. For example, I attended the AWP conference last Spring with the South...
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...Spanish literature. After graduation, I plan to earn my master's in investigative journalism from Arizona State University. Last year, I worked at C.A.T.S. Academics, a tutoring center for UA athletes, where I helped students struggling with English composition and Spanish courses. Though I enjoy tutoring students in writing classes, I am most passionate about Spanish and have studied the language for nearly nine years. I am a firm believer that with the right instructor and...
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...Every student has a unique learning style, and I aim to identify and adapt to that. Whether through hands-on activities, discussions, or simplifying complex concepts, my goal is to make the material accessible and enjoyable. I believe that by creating a supportive and engaging environment, students can thrive. Outside of academia, I enjoy readingoften finishing at least one book a week! I also love gardening, especially growing roses, and spending time outdoors with my dogs,...
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...I nearly finished my degree, but once again, I had a detour in my education. I decided to just start working, and luckily, I got an opportunity to freelance write for an educational company. I got a taste for working independently and haven't looked back! I've been working remotely since 2009. And for the last decade, I've worked for various education companies scoring the writing portion of TOEFL, SAT, ACT and STAAR, and other state...
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...and Contemporary Literature. After college, I moved to Los Angeles where I spent three years at as a Senior Writer at Creative Artists Agency's Intelligence Group, contributing to a daily trend newsletter and quarterly lifestyle consumer trend report. My writing experience parlayed into ghostwriting books for other people and freelance writing for media outlets such as The Huffington Post, USA Today, and Thought Catalog, among others. I spent one year in London writing art reviews...
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...in Communication Studies and Global Development Studies. Much of my work experience has been with students ranging from elementary to college age. I have had experience directly in elementary school classrooms working with small groups and individuals to improve reading, writing, and math skills. I am most passionate about humanistic studies and explored a variety of these subjects in college. I was able to gain insight into more than just my area of study by...
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...learning through formative and summative evaluation. Usually throughout the course, I do check-ins with my students to individually ask them to self-evaluate while also offering areas for which to improve. This allows me to reiterate course goals and objectives while giving them the opportunity and extra push to align themselves with these goals, making appropriate adjustments when needed. This check-in also allows me to ask what learning style is working for the students. As an...
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...am an educator who believes in student-centered learning. I got my start teaching when I tutored students at a University Writing Center as I was earning my M.A. in English Rhetoric. I continued teaching as a long-term substitute at a preparatory school after that. I enjoy being part of a process that engages students in the subjects they love, and teaching them to love subjects they haven't learned to find appreciation for quite yet. I...
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I believe all students can learn, it just takes the teacher and tutor to find how that student can best understand the content given to them. That's my goal with working through Varsity Tutors, to find that place of understanding with students to help them connect with the content they're learning.... My teaching philosophy is that every student can learn. We as tutors have a great opportunity to find the right method to engage a student...
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...English. I have also taught classes in Creative Writing, as well as classes in Improvisational Comedy and Public Speaking. I tutor students in English, Creative Writing, Literature, History and Public Speaking. My favorite subject to tutor is Creative Writing, as it has been a passion of mine throughout my entire life. My approach to tutoring is to do it with all the seriousness and focus it requires, while always being sure to lighten it a...
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Learning is more than just answers to a problem it the spark of a journey. This is the principle that approach that I use when teaching. Every students learning plan is individualized and unique as them. I enjoy helping people on their learning journey. Let's start the journey together.
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Recent Journalism Tutoring Session Notes
Yesterday, the student and I took a brief hiatus from essay planning in order to prepare for her (more imminent) examination on "Of Mice and Men." The teacher stated that test would be comprised of four types of questions: multiple choice, quotation ID's, short answer, and cause and effect. We discussed strategies for how to approach each type of question, and we decided how she could best divide her time when it came to the actual test taking. We took several online practice tests together in preparation for the multiple choice, after which I selected passages (at random) from the book, asking her to identify speaker, context, and overall significance. We spoke at length about how to incorporate larger themes of isolation and loneliness (which she is writing her essay on) into the open-response format questions.
The student had begun working on essay ideas with regards to how the student approached them in his thesis. He then selected two chapters from which he felt he could draw the most evidence of that thesis. We also constructed an outline with three main points, which he was then able to flesh out with evidence from his selected chapters. These measures provided a space for the students non-linear thinking to operate before beginning the linear process of writing his essay.
We studied for the student's upcoming test on Jane Eyre. On her last English test (on Emma), she had the most trouble with questions about minor characters and details, so we focused on understanding the role that each minor character played in the book and connecting them to the book's themes. In order to understand some of them, I drew a family tree to clarify Jane's relations with the aunts, uncles and cousins. We ended by reviewing the minor settings in the book.
The student is applying to a summer creative writing workshop so we researched their website and chose a writing sample for him to include with the application. He will also have to write a personal essay, but will not know the writing prompt until this week, so we plan to work on the essay at the next meeting. We also discussed theme, characterization, and finding specific supporting details in The Giver, which he is reading in class.
Today's session was productive with the student. We reviewed his homework assignments to clear up any questions he may have had. He's improving a lot, which is great for me to see. I will be giving him more English worksheet practices. Our next session will also be a quiz day for his vocabulary words.
The student and I worked on her thesis statement, authorial context, and audience commentary for her in class essay on Dickens' A Christmas Carol. Her teacher is very specific regarding how she would like the essay to be composed and will allow the class to bring in a sheet of notes. We selected solid quotes and provided in depth analysis so she will be very prepared. She earned a 92 on the last paper and I am very proud of her :)
