...and judicial independence for the current dean of the law school at the University of Washington in St. Louis. My approach to tutoring is to meet students where they are whenever possible. Whereas one-on-one settings permit individualized lesson plans tailored to students' strengths, weaknesses, and learning preferences, classroom settings often require a more standardized approach. Regardless of setting, I emphasize positive reinforcement from the onset, with the belief that confidence from initial gains provides the...
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I have been a tutor and teacher (at two different learning centers and a community college) since 1998. Given my technical degree and my writing ability (I was in politics and wrote for a Congressman, a cabinet secretary, and myself -- elected 3 times) and I have published 3 books and have written two more, I can tutor on a wide variety of subjects.... My teaching philosophy is to teach the basics, stand back and let...
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...for the past fourteen years. I have also worked as a tutor, book editor, author (on test prep), game-based-learning instructor, and standardized test designer and scorer during these years. While I teach a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about History, Writing, and Test Prep. While I do not have formal training in teaching either non-traditional or alternative learners, I have been successful in helping students of all backgrounds achieve academic success.
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...I will receive my JD in May, 2015. Throughout undergraduate, I regularly tutored economics, math, and statistics courses at the school's tutoring center, and helped several students to turn around their class performance. I also enjoy helping students prepare for standardized test, whether that be the SAT or the LSAT. Especially with regard to the SAT Math, I love helping students understand the various curveballs that CollegeBoard often throws, and assisting them in achieving better...
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A recent graduate of the University of Wisconsin in English and Philosophy and currently pursuing an MAT at the University of Louisville. Inspired by a lifelong love of knowledge and learning, I endeavor to utilize my educational background to assist students and help them find their educational passions.
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...like to know more about my teaching philosophy? Then, please read on: I strongly believe that lessons should be student-centered and driven by both the needs and experiences of the student. My role as the teacher is to act as a support network and guide to inspire my students to further pursue learning and skill development on their own, too. This requires active learning whereby I urge students to explore content we are studying with...
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...students is to quickly assess, plan, fully commit, and get to the true root and future goal of academics and what academic success can look like. Knowing when to refer is also an act of disciplined and intentional teaching. For those needing English & Writing: My State exam developmental work with Meausurement Inc. helped to further break down and rebuild paragraph questions on standardized tests. Hope to meet you soon and teach your academic goals....
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...I received my law degree (JD) in 1999 from Regent University School of Law and my Masters of Business Administration (MBA) in 2009 from Arizona State University. In that time, I was certified a Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt, which means I enjoy statistics, statistical process control, and data analysis. Though my full-time job is working as an attorney, I teach various ages in the following categories: Business Law *Bar Exam Prep *Ethics...
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...and understand what works and what doesn't. I have also mentored younger students to aid in finding what works for them. I take a very individualized approach to teaching and try to root out whatever might be causing the student issues, such that they can learn to be self-sufficient. Which is absolutely possible and the most rewarding. I enjoy math and its step-by-step satisfaction. I enjoy all business courses, including economics, as they always came...
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Seeing students succeed academically is incredibly rewarding, especially when they enjoy what they are learning. I love to meet new people from different backgrounds. I understand that not every student learns the same way, so I take a personal, tailored approach in my teaching. I am currently working toward my Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing and Psychology at Vanderbilt University. I am hoping to attend law school in a few years, so that I...
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...College and my Juris Doctor from the University of Oregon School of Law. I've studied abroad in Scotland, Australia, and Switzerland, and I love to travel. In law school I tutored privately for the GRE as well as served as a teaching assistant for Civil Procedure. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, but my favorites are Writing and Editing as well as the English/Verbal portions of standardized tests. In my free time, I enjoy...
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...go to law school. After deciding to apply, I spent almost 2 years preparing for the LSAT and scored a 175 in June, 2024. I know as well as anyone that improvement on the LSAT is absolutely possible with a carefully designed study plan and an intentional preparation process. I've coached several students to improve 10+ on the exam; I'm excited to help you build your study plan and celebrate your successes!
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My name is Lily, and I am a senior studying Cellular & Molecular Neuroscience and Political Science at Fordham University. I am currently applying to law school, and will hopefully enroll in a law school class of 2024!
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I am a graduate of the Illinois Institute of Technology where I earned my Master's in structural engineering. For several years, I have been tutoring a variety of subjects and standardized tests including ACT, SAT, GRE, and LSAT. As no two students are the same, I tailor my lessons to each students' individual needs. I'm excited to learn more about you and help you achieve your goals!
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Continual improvement and excellence are my main goal for myself and my students. I am here to guide you and provide you techniques to improve your grades and general learning abilities. I want to hear from you. Talk with you soon!
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...a certified coach and meditation instructor, I also offer a calm, supportive presence that helps learners feel safe to ask questions, make mistakes, and keep growing. Whether you're a law student preparing for exams, a professional navigating a new path, or someone looking to sharpen your critical thinking and communication skills, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's work together to make learning effective, empowering, and (dare I say?) enjoyable.
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...ESL or foreign language as I have a passion for language learning 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...
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...Literacy Center/Library at a church. The current non-profits I work with include one offering health training and a wellness center in Haiti, a foundation that fosters leadership through preparing disadvantaged youth for college & a program that provides education/career counseling to families who have survived domestic violence. As a child, I had multiple disabilities that could have derailed my life. Instead, they fortified my desire to learn as much as possible, spawning over 50 hobbies...
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...much about my students as possible and tailor curricula to each student's preferred style of learning. My goal is not only for my students to understand the subject in which they seek instruction, but understand themselves a little more and to have the tools necessary to adapt themselves to learn in new environments. I have experience tutoring and teaching both children and adults. I volunteered as a tutor with a charter school in South Boston...
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...University of Pittsburgh with a B.A. in philosophy. Before law school I tutored the LSAT and law school admissions extensively one-on-one. Since graduation, I have worked on the in-house legal team of a major pharmaceutical company, and continued my passion for helping students beat the LSAT and achieve their law school dreams. I believe there is not a single best approach to learning the LSAT. Rather, students should follow a plan tailored to their strengths...
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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.
