I am a writer lawyer and teacher with experience teaching software to adults and children. I have 2 decades of experience as a writer including journalism/ technical writing and fiction writing. I was first published 38 years ago.
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...ACT my first attempt, I found a tutor who helped me reach my full potential and absolutely rock the test. Since then, I have not been intimidated by any exam in University or beyond, including the LSAT. I know I can instill this same confidence in other students by slowly highlighting insight into testing methodologies. By the end of our prep, your student will be able to use the strategies on any academic study in his...
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...and teaching. I speak English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and have also studied Japanese, German, Brazilian Sign Language, and Italian. I would describe my teaching philosophy as friendly but structured. I use lesson plan organization techniques including lesson plan outlines and back-up activities in case a certain activity does not go as planned. I also am familiar with teaching methodologies, learning styles, and how certain methodologies are appropriate for certain learning styles. Outside of Academia I...
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...as a teacher, lawyer, counselor, and mediator, my focus has always come back to supporting children and young adults in learning, growing, and healing. Some of my most rewarding experiences have been working with neurodiverse populations as a tutor and support. Through this work, I have learned the importance of compassion, patience, and flexibility when supporting individuals with different learning styles and abilities. These experiences have not only shaped me as a person but have...
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...own classroom. My teaching style focuses on teacher and student set learning goals and corresponding grade standards. Ive learned small groups work best with a good range of skill level in the group; while still keeping students near their group level. Students learn from seeing others who've mastered it and helping others to Master it. I love to integrate learning with student hobbies and interests and even bring my own interest such as law, astrology,...
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...to push towards a perfect score, I know the steps necessary to help that student reach his or her goal. I also have experience tutoring high-school and college-level mathematics, and I regularly write and edit written works, including scholarly papers and judicial opinions, for possible publication. I have a passion for the subjects that usually appear on standardized tests, and I have loved having an opportunity to create that sense of enjoyment in my students...
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...passion was exemplified when I was tutoring 11 and 12 graders and they achieved top 10 national rankings . These subjects include history and social studies. I also help and maximize students' potential for exams such as the SSAT, ISEE and the HSPT.Overall my tutoring style and philosophy is to essentially cover all bases so that my students or myself won't be surprised by any "trick" questions.I always try to be fair, patient and interesting...
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I'm a hard worker and passionate learner who is eager to help others see success in school or tests like the success that I've been blessed to enjoy.
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The goal of a tutor is simple: help students acquire and apply the right tools to be successful. That's where I come in. Whether we're working together to tackle the LSAT or mark up a draft of a difficult writing assignment, I'm here to help.
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...will tell you I'm the one they go to when they need any help with essays, test prep, and college applications. I never back down from a challenge and always help them past any issues they're having, which pays off for me too - it's really rewarding seeing their success! That's what brought me to work as a professional tutor, and I'm so excited to teach more people. I'm able to adapt to whatever learning...
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...focuses on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, where behavior management is key to fostering student success. I believe in the power of personalized instruction, having successfully guided numerous students to or above their grade-level reading abilities through tailored one-on-one and small group sessions. My commitment to nurturing a love for learning drives me to develop innovative and enjoyable teaching methods, ensuring that each student feels valued and motivated. I am dedicated to making...
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My name is Henry Elliott! I am 24 years old and a graduate from Tulane University in New Orleans, Lousiana. I studied Finance and Legal Studies and am now in the process of applying to law school. I love helping students increase their subject knowledge and reach their academic goals!
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...tutored various levels of mathematics privately and tutored all subjects and college test prep through a tutoring company. Finally, I have three children who are now in high school and college and have tutored them through all of their advanced content and advanced placement math courses. I am currently an attorney in private practice, but have not lost my love of learning and my love of teaching. Tutoring is now my outlet for those passions.
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...Law, where I received a CALI Award in Intimate Partner Violence. I currently work as an Insurance Defense litigator in Chicago, Illinois. I find myself drawn to tutoring because I needed a tutor when I went through schooling and I felt that tutoring was a major reason I was able to achieve the academic success I have found. I am most passionate when teaching about various law subjects, such as constitutional law, torts, evidence, criminal...
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...writing during my graduate education at Columbia University's School of the Arts, where I earned my MFA in Writing. In addition to teaching the required essay writing course for two years at Columbia, I spent a year on the faculty of Central European University in Budapest, Hungary. I have also worked in numerous writing centers in NYC. I have experience teaching everything from poetry to policy writing, and I enjoy the challenges of helping students...
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...in the juvenile court system. Consequently, when I retired two years ago, I decided to spend my second career in education. I am pursuing my Rank II and my specialist certification in LBD (Learning and Behavior Disorders) education. I have also had the opportunity to work in adult education, as I was called upon to host continuing legal education training and to teach classes for the Commonwealth of Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training. Because...
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...patience. I am a patient tutor, and I try to break large topics down into digestible pieces so that a child or someone who doesn't speak English well could understand. I break down concepts well and use a variety of visual aids to help students make connections to what they are learning. It is important to be friendly and relatable to students. I continually check for comprehension and truly enjoy helping students understand difficult concepts.
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I tutor LSAT. I got a 176 on the test (99th percentile) and was admitted to both Yale and Stanford law schools. I have hundreds of hours experience with this test and have worked with students in every conceivable score band.
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Receive personally tailored LSAT Essay Section lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.
LSAT Essay Section Tutoring FAQ
The decision to apply to law school requires numerous hours of preparation, studying, hard work, and dedication. This leap can be overwhelming and exciting, but also frustrating. Among the many skills and tasks you will need to accomplish, one of the most important is reviewing for and taking the Law School Admission Test. Even if you feel confident in the reasoning skills and analytical abilities that are tested on the exam, it is not uncommon for students to remain apprehensive about the LSAT Writing SLE, a test of expression, or essay section. Composing a compelling essay in the format of the LSAT prompt, within the limited time available, poses a unique challenge to many test-takers. However, you are not on your own. If you find yourself struggling to bolster your writing skills, an LSAT Essay tutor may help tremendously.
Experienced tutors have the tools and expertise to help you enter your exam with confidence. Whether you would like to restructure your ideas or put them to paper in a timelier manner, your tutor can build an individualized study plan to meet your unique objectives. One-on-one LSAT tutoring allows you to progress at your own pace, ensuring a thorough mastery of the necessary skills and a strategic attack on your weakest areas. Instead of asking students to write on a given subject, the LSAT Essay prompt involves a specific scenario. Test-takers are given a mere 35 minutes to respond to the prompt and address the scenario at hand. The LSAT Essay section is used to evaluate students' abilities in organizing a compelling argument using reliable logic and clearly expressed thoughts. Law schools look for a simple argument that is presented in a clear and compelling way.
Although your essay will not be formally scored, schools utilize the essay section to develop a sense of your writing skills. In the field of law, communication skills are absolutely essential in order to achieve success. A subpar essay on the LSAT can be a red flag to universities that an applicant is not adequately prepared for the rigors of law school. Despite its importance, the LSAT Essay section can pose a conundrum for students attempting to prepare. Objective self-evaluation is extremely difficult when critiquing an essay, and you can easily overlook logical fallacies and errors in reasoning when revisiting your own writing. Working with an instructor provides you with a partner to help review your skills. Private LSAT tutoring can focus on helping you structure your essay, remind you of common pitfalls, and prepare you to write concisely and clearly in a short period of time. You can expect your sessions to be productive, enriching, and easy to follow. Tutors will also steer clear of repeating or going over any material that you have previously learned and mastered. Instead, the focus of each session will be on covering the concepts you are struggling with.
A personal instructor can also provide you with the confidence, time management, and writing skills you will need for the LSAT Essay section. Each tutoring lesson is tailored to your learning style and goals, allowing you and your private tutor to focus on your individual growth and success. Flexible scheduling also means you can fit lessons into your already busy life. Should you need a session on a particular day or time of day, your tutor will accommodate you. Face-to-face online instruction is also available upon request, and has been proven to be just as effectual as in-person instruction. Contact the educational directors at Varsity Tutors today for more information about connecting with the perfect independent LSAT Essay tutor for you!
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Recent LSAT Essay Section Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I practiced a analytical reasoning and logic games section. We attempted to increase his accuracy in logic games and his ability to pick out details on certain types of logical reasoning questions.
Today the student finished going over the three main types of logic games. We started going over the final grouping games that the student had worked on without me. We worked on another game together just to solidify how to do these games and how to pick up on inferences. We then started on grouping/linear combination games. The student did very well so we moved on to sequencing games. We did a drill practicing how to set up these kinds of games, and then moved on to some games themselves.
We went over a practice test that the student had completed prior to the session. We also did various logic games together, and we reviewed the tips for various types of logical reasoning questions.
Today we worked predominantly on logic games. This was our last session before their test. They seem prepared overall. Their timing is good and so is their accuracy. At this point, it will depend on the difficulty of the test and the curve.
Provided an overview of the LSAT sections, including time management advice. Administered a mini LSAT exam to highlight strengths and weaknesses. Student progressed with her understanding of Logic Games section.
This was our first session together. We went over a number of questions in a logical reasoning section that the student had worked on previously, and then proceeded to practice on a fresh set of logic games. We also began to discuss the broad strokes of a study schedule for the next two months.
