I am a two time Winthrop University graduate. My undergrad major was Biology and for my Masters degree I focused on education with a focus in secondary sciences. I enjoy Biology the most, but all science is cool because it helps us understand how things work and why they are.
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...to that I attended Reed College, where I received a BA in literature and theatre and worked as a tutor in programs like SMART (Start Making a Reader Today) and the Reed College Science Outreach program. I love helping students achieve their goals and having the unique opportunity to work as a facilitator for learning and discovery! I bring my unique background in theatre education to every subject as I approach teaching and learning with...
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...education today. In the past, I have worked as a tutor in high school for middle school students. I would help them with end-of-grade test prep, and other daily homework assignments for pay. In my first two years of college, I was a tutor at America Reads/America Counts, which is a federally-funded work study program to assist students in underprivileged schools. I tutored reading, math, science, music, and a plethora of other topics to grades...
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Accomplished, versatile educator with more than 5 years of experience in classroom teaching, one on one tutoring, and curriculum and instructional design. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a certificate to teach English as a Second Language. I am a lifelong learner and my goal is to inspire and motivate my students to become one too.
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...peers, and many students in moments of "writers block" or even proof reading. I am also very well versed on productive ways to study that can be catered to your personal learning habits. I am knowledgeable in tutoring students in general education courses at the pre-high school level, but I find that I relate best to students who are entering their final years in high school preparing for college. I believe that college is all...
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...years teaching experience, including 5+ years of online teaching and tutoring experience. I spent 17 years as a second-grade teacher and absolutely loved being in the classroom, seeing the light turn on when a student would discover something new. I now spend time teaching middle school math online as well as tutoring. I can teach just about anything, and I am particularly passionate about ELA and reading, as well as history. I look forward to...
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My name is Danny and I have been a 1st grade teacher in Saint Louis Public Schools for 3 years now! I love working with children of all ages and I am always happy to get kid to see their full potential. ... I believe any child can learn. I believe any child no matter their background, their race, their feelings about academics, can succeed if they put their mind to it and believe in itself.
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...before, but those are not my strongest areas of expertise. I love math! However, I also have some great tools for teaching reading. I imagine a session with me would look like me helping students with their homework as needed and providing additional lessons to work on with them to help ensure they have a strong understanding of the content. However I am open to working with you however you learn best! For students who...
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...a love for learning, I believe in tailoring my approach to each student's unique needs and learning style. By creating a supportive and engaging environment, I empower students to become independent learners and critical thinkers. With a focus on building confidence and fostering a positive learning experience, I am dedicated to helping students reach their full potential in various subjects. Let's embark on this educational journey together and unlock your abilities for success.
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...along with electives such as drama, choir, and leadership classes. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Literature, being the most passionate about teaching students how to take a text their reading and make it their own and make it something interesting to them. I am a firm believer in education, believing it to be needed for an improved quality of life. I try to impart this idea to...
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...than being taught. Reading has been something I have loved for my entire life, something that I can dive into and emerge hours later with a completed story. I want to extend that love and appreciation of reading and writing to as many people as I can. I love anything related to English and would be more than happy to aid in English-related needs! This includes AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and...
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I am currently an elementary school teacher. I have been teaching for 12 years and I am passionate about helping students improve in all academic subjects. I am confident that my passion and experiences are the qualities you are looking for at Varsity Tutors.
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My name is Kadeem and I am a current student at Hunter College aspiring to become a pediatrician. Three words that best describe me are enthusiastic, determined and optimistic. I use all three personal attributes to complement my work ethic and ultimately bring out the best in each of my students. I enjoy helping students to overcome their academic fears and achieve academic success.... My goal as a tutor is to instill confidence and a deep...
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...many others. I primarily work with students from 9th grade to 12th grade and college students, but I am open to helping anyone! My career has taken many paths. I have primarily worked in Higher Education and I am working on applying for my Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration and Policy. I also spent time working in Washington D.C. for the U.S. House of Representatives so if I tutor you in Government/Political Science I have...
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I am currently pursuing my undergraduate degree in Biology at Indian River State College. I have 3 years of tutoring experience and I have worked with students from all backgrounds. I am passionate about sharing my love for STEM with students and I am excited to start working with you! I tutor Biology, K-12 mathematics, K-12 reading, and SAT prep.
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...K-12 mathematics. I am pursuing a Master's degree in Elementary Education and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. I am extremely passionate about teaching and work daily to improve my craft. Students, parents, supervisors, and colleagues have described me as efficient, extremely patient, creative, and caring. I am certified to tutor in a variety of subjects and consider the following areas to be my specialties: *Standardized tests, such as the ISEE, SSAT,...
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I am a teacher, a writer, and a traveler. I am here to support your education and guide you to unlocking your own abilities. My goal is always to help students progress to the next step in their individual learning paths. I am ready to help!
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...and Journalism to students in 6th through 8th grades. For the past eleven years Ive been an teaching struggling readers and English language learners. I love teaching small groups of students it lets me tailor lessons to the students' strengths and weaknesses. I incorporate student interests when choosing the texts, and check in with them to see if my strategies are working. With my experience, I've got an abundance of tools, strategies, and materials from...
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...in mathematics. I've worked as a teaching assistant for the Center for Gifted Youth out of LIU Post for 4 years as well as a tutor for LIU Post in both French and Mathematics. I now hold a position as a Substitute Teacher for the NYC Department of Education and have worked with students ranging from Pre-K to 8th grade. I also privately tutor students of all ages ranging from elementary grade levels to high...
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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.).
