...Undergraduate Council, in which position I oversaw tutoring sessions, organized conversation and culture hours, and represented the interests of Francophone students and French learners at Council meetings. In addition, I co-directed an outreach program to local elementary schools, teaching both French and Spanish to children in grades K-4. On the legal side, I have worked in immigration, contract, family, and criminal law, and have been a teaching assistant for legal courses and served as a...
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...I believe that in order for a student to get the most out of their tutoring sessions, they need to be comfortable with their tutor. This means establishing a relationship of trust so they are comfortable asking questions and telling me if or when they do not understand something. I like to take a flexible approach to my teaching, and am happy to adjust my lesson plans and teaching style to best suit the needs...
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...mentoring programs for k-12 students in beautiful Mendocino County. As an undergraduate student at the University of Oklahoma, I studied biology, Latin American studies, and Spanish, and also majored in music performance major (french horn and piano) for a while before deciding to pursue music in a more relaxed, avocational setting through community orchestras. As someone who has carved a fulfilling but not-so-linear path in determining how best to develop and combine diverse interests and...
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My name is Michael Devore. I am a licensed attorney with a large commercial insurance broker. I hold a Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology. Prior to attending law school, I worked in law enforcement for nearly ten years, during which time I held a wide range of positions including gang task force member, SWAT operations, and police academy instructor.
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...I am most passionate about these subjects because it is important to be able to express ideas in writing in a way that is clear and concise. Education is very important to me because, at the risk of sounding clich, knowledge truly is power. I believe that to pursue your dreams it means living a few years of your life like most people won't, so that you can spend the rest of your life like...
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...teaching and working with kids has paved the way for him to tutoring. Michael possesses a unique background as he began his undergraduate studies as an engineering major before transitioning into law. His love for numbers led him to pursue his masters in tax law after graduating law school and he holds a joint JD/LLM degree. Michael likes taking difficult concepts and distilling them in a way that makes it easy for students to understand....
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I love teaching and working with students and I take great satisfaction in watching their scores and confidence level increase as we continue to work together! I have tutored kids as part of a community outreach program. The children I've tutored have shown sharp improvements in their grades and understanding of substantive material. I find it incredibly rewarding.
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...conference. In law school I wrote motions to judges on behalf of clients. Now, I'm writing a book about history, folklore, and ghost stories. Reading and writing are my bread and butter, but what comes with those concepts is problem-solving, creativity, and opportunities to learn about yourself. My goal is to help you learn more about different subjects, of course, but more importantly, I want to help you learn more about how you think, how...
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...and I had the privilege of coaching him through the competition and watching him compete in Washington, D.C. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about history, government, political science, and law. I also love reading and writing, and am very experienced in drafting all types of writing and papers, including personal statements and college/grad school essays. Enthusiastic, passionate, and goal-oriented are words used to describe me. I love working...
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...and I graduated from Xavier University of Louisiana with a double-major in Political Science and Spanish Language and Literature. I have a passion for Spanish, College Essay, Math, Writing and Grammar, and Public Speaking. I have tutored both students and adults of all ages. I hope to tutor you or your student in the near future! I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Thank you for viewing my profile, and I pray you choose me...
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...of experience teaching elementary, high school, undergraduate and graduate students, I specialize in tutoring many subjects, mostly in the humanities and social sciences. I also tutor in Mandarin Chinese. As a native speaker in Chinese, I love to teach Chinese because the language relates to my background and specialty. I can also tutor areas in social sciences, including statistics, biostatistics, psychology, etc. I am looking forward to meeting new students. My teaching philosophy is to...
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I am Jonathan Starbuck. I am currenting going into my third year of law school and I have a Bachelor's in Government. I am passionate about educating people because I view education and learning as a continuous progress in life and as a form of self-improvement. As such, I want to help others progress in life to achieve their goals and to hopefully gain a life-long affinity to academics.
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I have a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Affairs from the University of North Carolina, Wilmington and an LL.M in International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law from the Essex Human Rights Centre, in Colchester, UK. I am passionate about health and the environment and I love good food, to travel and to dance! I have traveled to over 45 countries and hope to knock them all off the list one day.
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...of law since 1998. I have practiced in several different disciplines including but not limited to criminal defense law and real estate transactions. I am an entrepreneur having started and run different business, I have taught on the college level and published an award winning book. I have rehabbed houses, sold real estate and insurance. I am a people person who likes to talk, teach and learn. Motto: "Find a way or Make a way!"
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...and Criminal Procedure as an adjunct professor. I personalize my approach to the needs of the student and the demands of the class or test that they're preparing for. To me, Law is as much a language as it is a discipline, and I try to help students understand the context of the subject matter as well as how best to demonstrate their knowledge, whether on standardized tests or through essays. I also enjoy helping...
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Credentials: Missouri Bar License J.D. from Creighton University School of Law B.S. in Criminology and History from Missouri State University. Statement: I love tutoring and have been doing so since 2008. Having taught for over a decade, I have come across numerous problems that students face with their studies and am always happy to help!
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...of Technology, planned Fall 2023 I have several years experience teaching all aspects of cybersecurity for a premier, online coding bootcamp, in addition to my legal practice. So, in cybersecurity, I am experienced in teaching: Governance, risk and compliance Network security Systems security Application security Cyber threat intelligence Cryptography, theoretical and applied SIEM (security information and event management system like Splunk, Qradar, and Sentinel) Web application development including server side programming and databases Computer programming...
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First and foremost my priority as a Teacher is to educate my pupils. I am accountable for achieving excellence in engagement and understanding them while making the subject interesting. * To understanding the students learning style requires that I review assignments, communicate expectations then provide and solicit feedback. * Promote and reward good outcomes. I will demonstrate positive attitudes, values in all my communications with the student.
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...to impact the next generation positively. In my classroom, I strive to create an engaging environment where all students feel heard and valued. My approach involves interactive discussions and tailored feedback, which helps students develop their critical thinking and express their ideas confidently. I enjoy adapting to the diverse needs of each student, making learning both enjoyable and effective. Joining Varsity Tutors is a thrilling opportunity for me to continue inspiring students and fostering a...
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...Ohio Bar Exam and began practicing. I worked in the private sector, conducting eviction hearings and assisting in contract disputes. I later became an Assistant Prosecutor. I began in Child Support and my tasks included: establishing paternity, determining child support, presenting cases to the grand jury, and arguing before the court. I later became involved in the Criminal and Appellate Divisions. I would draft motions and briefs to the court and argue before judges or...
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Legal research, sometimes taught as legal research and writing, is a mainstay of the first-year law school curriculum. This course, which requires students to write a variety of assignments from many different perspectives, teaches students how to write memos, briefs, and other legal documents. It also instructs students on how to conduct legal research, which requires them to use different tools and techniques from the ones used in most undergraduate programs. These can be challenging at first, but Varsity Tutors can help students find a legal research tutor in their area. Legal research tutoring can help a student learn how to use the appropriate tools and how to write for legal classes.
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Legal research calls for a writing style that is different from most other disciplines. It uses a style called IRAC or TRAC, which stands for Issue/Topic, Rule, Application, Conclusion. It is a difficult style to master, and many students struggle for several assignments. Legal research tutoring can enable students to get immediate feedback on their work and one-on-one support for any of their struggles. Learning how to do research and write can be the hardest part of excelling academically, but a private tutor can provide the help and expertise to help students succeed. Tutors are great at guiding students in the right direction. They can assist in filling in critical gaps during a one-to-one session that better serves the individual when they are under intense pressure to grasp the knowledge quickly.
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Recent Legal Research Tutoring Session Notes
We went over some SAT test taking strategies. Some of the problems were a bit tough, but the student did very well. Just takes some practice learning the strategies and when to use them.
I also enjoyed helping her with some Spanish!
Spent the day reviewing for physics, mainly focusing on kinematics, vectors, projectile motion, and Newton's laws. In doing so, we went through difficult, integrative problems by having the girls attempt them first, and then helping them along if necessary. An extensive review homework assignment was given, which we will discuss on our last tutoring session this coming Friday.
I met with Student 1and 2 starting at 10:05am until approximately 12:30pm. We first went over essay strategies and ways of improving their written prompts. We followed that with a little bit of English section strategies since that section needs the greatest attention now. They have been assigned a test to complete before Wednesday and we will revisit Science and Math section strategies.
The student and I went over dividing fractions. She seemed to have a very strong grasp of the topic. While she seemed at ease with doing her work the long way, I am hoping that over time I will be able to get her to understand the concept of cross-cancellation. She started having a stronger understanding towards the end of our session, so I think that teaching her this concept is feasible over our time working together.
Today we covered Direct Object Pronouns and Indirect Object Pronouns. We also went over the HW from the last class and reviewed some irregular verbs in past tense (preterito). In addition to this, we went over the rules of the conjugation of the verb gustar and those that are similar to it. To conclude, we discussed some cultural readings about the Caribbean, read a poem and discuss it until the last minute.
Finished the rest of his packet. Started reviewing equations and when to use each. I took a picture of all his equations and then finish reviewing them with him Tuesday.
