My name is Farhana and I graduated from Hunter College with a major in Biochemistry in 2016. I have several years of tutoring experience, both private and in the classroom. I specialize in Elementary and Middle School tutoring for all subjects. My availability is limited for the weekends. ... Patience and determination is my main philosophy for teaching.... Assess the student's weakness.
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...Behavioral Economics with a double minor in Finance and Management Information Systems. I firmly believe that in order to achieve success, one must strive to attain a strong academic foundation and a well-rounded skillset. Even though my favorite subjects to teach are English and Mathematics, my goal is to help all sorts of people from different backgrounds with a variety of subjects that range from Music Theory to Study Skills. I am very passionate about...
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Middle/High school Social Studies teacher with 2+ years of experience. Well-qualified with a Doctorate in Social Studies. Proficient at using positive & flexible teaching techniques to encourage student behavior and academic development in the subjects of Social Studies and English. Looking forward to help students in their educational journey using my creativity and experience to engage them.
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...the privilege of working with students of varying ages and skill levels. I have tutored subjects ranging from basic arithmetic to advanced calculus and statistics. My favorite subjects to tutor are algebra and geometry, as they often serve as the building blocks for students' mathematical understanding. I find great joy in helping students unlock their potential and gain confidence in their abilities, particularly when they experience that "aha" moment. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering...
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...country (Charleston, SC, Nashville, TN, Portland, OR, and Vancouver, WA) and also earned a master's degree in education from Johns Hopkins University along the way. I hated math as a kid because my teachers always made me feel stupid in class for not understanding right away. I became a math teacher because I saw how many people get stuck in their education and careers when they run into trouble in math class. Working with me,...
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...love to learn and am always continuing my education in some form or fashion. My favorite subject is Science, but I also like to teach English, Writing, Social Studies, History, and Math. I always try to make learning fun, because learning is important and having fun makes learning even better. I have taught students at many age levels, from kindergarten all the way to older adults. I look forward to helping others learn and grow...
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I have 19 years of teaching experience in grades 7-9 while holding a Mathematics Teaching Certification in grades 7-12. Aside from helping students reach their maximum potential inside of the classroom, I have helped train and coach young student-athletes in various sports throughout the years.
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...are by far my favorite subjects to teach because they are subjects that many students struggle on, and I have a strong sense of empathy in the learning process. This means I find it easy to determine exactly what students are struggling with in order to tackle those problems - making challenging concepts EASY to understand for ANYONE. Additionally, I am also a musician of over 15 years, and LOVE to teach and spread the...
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...and a Masters in Data Science. I am about to start my PhD in Astrophysics. I believe everyone has the potential to be comfortable with math if they have the right teacher. I have several years' experience teaching both in a one on one and classroom environment. I can teach any math from Pre-K to undergraduate, but give me a heads up for higher level content, so that I can pull out my reference texts.
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...experience in both offline and online teaching. I have been teaching various chemical engineering courses like Mechanical Operations, Transport Phenomena, Process Modeling & Simulation, Petroleum Technology, Chemical Technology, Agro Residue Utilization, Alternative and Non-Conventional Energy Sources, and Environmental Studies to undergraduate and diploma students. Besides, I possess 2.5 years of experience in home tutoring high school students for Mathematics and Science courses and I really enjoy teaching these courses. I am passionate not only to...
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...accounting and business knowledge with my passion for teaching and mentoring students to establish a K-8 private school as well as a tutoring company in Miami, Florida. I am now using all of my energy and talents to bring the world much-needed knowledge and instill the values of education in our society, one student at a time. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, and other...
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I started teaching 18 years ago after a successful career in business. My wife and I had started a family and I decided I wanted a career that gave me the satisfaction of helping people. I want to help kids reach their potential and make them realize there is nothing they can't do if they put their mind to it and are willing to put in the hard work required to accomplish it.
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...young people become excellent Readers and Writers. I am most proud of my outstanding ability to grow the proficiency of my students and prepare them for success on standardized assessments. I love watching them transform into confident scholars. I come from a long line of educators. My mother, father, sister, uncles, cousins and husband are all teachers and school administrators. It is definitely our "family business". In my spare time, I love reading, writing short...
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I've always loved to teach, help, and make learning easier and more fun for everyone. Not only I am passionate about teaching and making learning subjects such as math and sciences easier, but I am very patient and always make sure my student understands a subject before we move on. So, what are you waiting for? let's master subjects together.
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...my love for literature and writing with young people is my greatest aspiration. My tutoring experience includes working as a Teaching Assistant for a creative writing class, working with the UI Reach program (a transitional program for college students with cognitive disabilities), tutoring beginning readers in language development skills, peer tutoring for AP and SAT Reading and Writing, and essay editing as an Honors Writing Fellow. Though most of my experience centers English writing and...
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...a 165 and became very familiar with the test structure and different strategies to score the best score possible. Halfway through college, I lived in Brazil for 18 months on a humanitarian trip where I learned Portuguese very well and taught English often to Brazilians. Beyond my academic pursuits, I love running, reading and singing - which I trained in throughout high school and eventually had the opportunity to perform on Broadway.
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I love learning and appreciate the opportunity to share that love and share tools to help others learn more effectively. I have been tutoring since High School and have worked in education since I graduated. I have worked with students of all talents and learning styles and I believe that each student deserves to be supported in a way that works best for them.
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...an employee, but of my own volition. I can teach a wide variety of subjects, although I am most passionate about Motor learning, Genetics, Physics, and Literature. I firmly believe that "A problem well-stated is half-solved" and the other half is time, practice, and effort. I seek for my students to not only learn but acquire tools that allow them to accomplish their goals whether they are demonstrating mastery for an examination or getting the...
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I am so excited to assist those students with success and learning. As a special education educator, I have experience and differentiating and modifying instruction in order for students to learn state standards that are required of them. Every student has the opportunity to reach as far and to be as great as possible. It is my objective to serve these students diligently to successfully meet their educational goals.
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I chose to take a position with Varsity tutors because I have a passion to teach, and help students succeed. I am a proud graduate of the Paralegal Studies program at Spokane Community College. I have an A.A.S in Paralegal Studies and a certificate in Business and Professional Communications. My first tutoring experience was a work study assignment on campus. I primarily assisted students with English Language skills and reading comprehension.
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Middle school, which traditionally consists of grades six through eight in the United States, is an important transitional time in the American education system. It is also a tumultuous period, as students grow increasingly self-aware and test societal boundaries. It is a time marked by academic, emotional, and social change, and many students may struggle with schoolwork as a result. Varsity Tutors recognizes that there are unique needs when it comes to middle school students, and we can help you connect with a middle school tutor suited to the specific needs of your pre-teen.
Navigating middle school can be difficult for students and parents alike. Tutors can serve as mentors for students and as a support system for parents. From the first day of sixth grade to the crowning moment of eighth-grade graduation, a private tutor can guide your child each step of the way. Students must learn to organize their personal belongings as they move from subject to subject and teacher to teacher. Tutors can help your student develop methods to remember his or her assignments, books, and notes for his or her numerous classes in a schedule that can, at times, seem overwhelming. Is time management an issue for your child? Middle school tutoring can address this crucial skill and assist your child in developing key approaches to prioritizing school work in the most efficient ways. Students must also learn to examine texts critically and integrate information from multiple sources into bigger assignments, such as research projects. In short, they need to begin thinking in a way they will be required to in high school.
A private tutor can also be helpful in teaching your child how to study. Many students have no idea how to study, and this becomes a major issue in high school and college. If your child learns how to study effectively while still in middle school, they will be way ahead of their peers once they get to high school and begin taking more difficult courses.
Middle schoolers are also exposed to algebra, geometry, and probability for the first time. Whether your child is flourishing or struggling, one-on-one tutoring can help him or her remain engaged with the coursework at hand. A successful tutoring system rests upon the belief that the student-tutor relationship should reflect your child's specific goals, learning style, personality, strengths, and weaknesses. Middle school students learn best when content is clearly relevant to their own lives and the world in which they live. A tutor who is personally familiar with your child can provide educational support that is personal and tied to his or her interests. While the typical classroom teacher may not have time to equate a topic like percentages to baseball concepts like batting averages, a private instructor certainly can. Once your child becomes more interested in a topic, they are much more likely to want to spend more time studying it, which will in turn help them perform better in that particular subject.
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Recent Middle School Tutoring Session Notes
We spent the majority of the time on Spanish. I brought along a book of Spanish verbs for her to copy out her current verbs. (She is a visual learner, and her textbook doesn't show full conjugation of all the required verbs.) We spent time working on exercises to review vocabulary and verb conjugation. We also began the worksheet homework for the next week (verbs with o -> ue). Current vocabulary focuses on food, movies, and outings. We reviewed the Middle East map for History and the moon cycle chart for Science. Both quizzes are scheduled for Thursday.
Today was our first session. We discussed ways to study, specifically doing math online extra homework, typing up notes for history and science, making up her own pretests, and organization in handing in materials. We also went over Math homework which included inequality problems and review of fractions.
Today, I mainly worked with Student 1 who was studying for his Religion test tomorrow. The test will focus on the Sacrament of Confirmation. To study for this, we read through the chapter and I emphasized major points and relevant pieces of information. After we had read a particular section a few times, I quizzed him on what we had read, asking him questions about the definitions and terms that we had encountered. He has a very good memory; he catches on very quickly and is able to retain detailed information about what has been read. At the end of the session, we completed the study questions for the chapter and I asked him more questions in order to further reinforce what he was learning in that chapter. I also looked over Student 2's math homework which he had already completed. He had to use a distance/time equation to find a variable, fill out a table, and plot a graph. All this he had done correctly and neatly.
Today the student and I went over her major assignments this week. We planned out which nights she would study for specific tests. She had a few assignments to complete for each class, so we went through them together. I asked her to explain to me how she would revisit the information before the quizzes or tests this week. She did well remembering how to study for math and English, but did not remember the best way to study for French. I reminded her of important study techniques for foreign languages - like flashcards and re-writing sentences or conjugations. Her grades are up this semester, and I think she has a lot more discipline and dedication to her studies.
Brief Review of 5 paragraph essays. Review of this week's reading assignment; the student is current on reading. We still need to review. Spanish - the student should bring home worksheets, etc. this Friday. Language Arts - the student should bring home worksheets, etc. this Friday. Flash Cards - reviewed 20 SAT vocabulary flashcards and gave to the student for daily homework; treat on Monday if she knows all by heart by next week. The student's homework: memorize all Amendments to the Constitution, memorize Statue of Liberty poem, know 20 SAT vocabulary cards by next Monday, and write an essay.
Tonight, we talked about and studied language arts. Specifically, we discussed cause and effect in writing, as well as recognizing purpose and genre in a work (entertainment, informative, persuasive, etc.).
