...of classroom experience teaching music (grades 5-12), three years of private piano tutoring (ages 4-9), Bachelors degrees in music education and; music composition, decades of performances on a variety of instruments, and professional editing experience (for Chinese language/culture instructional materials) comes practical experience in both best pedagogical practices and the ability to work with a variety of cultures and student needs. I am excited to learn more about you and help you grow! Instrumental music...
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...department at the University at Buffalo. I study 20th century American and British literature, but have experience taking the SAT, AP Subject tests in Literature and Psychology, and the GRE General and Subject test in Literature. My scores are included in my profile. I am also a writing technique tutor at the Center for Excellence in Writing at UB and enjoy working one-on-one with students from a variety of academic backgrounds, including in Science and...
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...music, and I strive to provide a fun, challenging, supportive, engaging, and energetic environment for my students that encourages growth and self-sufficiency in the classroom and beyond. My students' mental, physical, and emotional well-being is something I try to prioritize by building good rapport and relationships in my classroom, and I work hard to reach a larger number of students by creating modified lesson plans and a variety of assessment strategies. I place my focus...
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I graduated from Slippery Rock University in 2015 with a degree in Early Childhood and Special Education. I have had many tutoring and teaching experiences throughout my college career and in the present. I also have experience working in an online classroom. I look forward to working with and building great relationships with my students!
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...teaching philosophy is extremely weighted towards and directly correlates with my personality and what I believe to be best in my classroom settings. As a teacher I want to fill my students with creativity and the ability to decide for themselves and become their own agents. I hope that the children that I tutor will feel the need and responsibility to come together and make plans together as a partnership, obey those plans, and work...
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...I have taken numerous music theory, opera, voice, and diction classes! I also have a strong love for English and other languages, such as Italian! Additionally, I have experience in a variety of vocal and operatic ensembles and have maintained leadership positions in many of them, including Section Leader and Student Conductor! I am most passionate about teaching music, as this is the subject that gets me out of bed in the morning (seriously!), but...
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I am a former middle-school English teacher (and former high-school French teacher). I am certified to teach English (grades 6-12), History/Government/Social Studies (grades 6-12), Psychology (grades 6-12), Health (grades PreK-12), General Music (grades PreK-12), and French (grades PreK-12). I have also taught AP French and college-level French. I have a B.A. in Modern Languages (French) and Sociology, an M.A. in Modern Languages (French/Second-Language Acquisition), and an M.A. in Teaching (Secondary).
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...has been in preschool and kindergarten; a critical age that shapes children's future education. I obtained my bachelor's degree in December 2012 from Brigham Young University in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education. I understand that children learn best when they are motivated and learning is fun. I know that learning can be motivating when given the proper materials and activities. I am committed to helping your child succeed, even if it includes trying a...
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...AP Calculus. I have since developed a student-centered approach that emphasizes visual learning and active recall, enabling my students to grasp complex concepts and improve their test scores. I believe in fostering a supportive environment where students can explore their potential and refine their study strategies. Beyond academics, I enjoy connecting math to my interests in music theory and physics, demonstrating the real-world applications of mathematical principles. I am committed to guiding my students towards...
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I'm a Spanish Native Speaker. I graduated in Argentina from the National University Law School. I worked as a lawyer in my country for 5 years. I came to the U.S. as an international student, and I graduated from GSU with a master's in Professional Communication. Since I came here I have been tutoring and teaching Spanish. I'm GACE Spanish certified and I would love to prepare you to pass the GACE test.
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...a person, a performing artist and a teacher. I'm so very thankful and grateful for the life skills that playing the piano has given me over the years and look forward to sharing with you what I have learned and love about this magnificent instrument. As a teacher, I focus on helping the student before me by getting to know their learning style. Some students are more visual, some more linear, so I adjust each...
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...subjects, I am most passionate about Graduate Test Prep, and writing. My GRE scores were above the 90th percentile and I was subsequently accepted to renowned institutions such as Yale, Columbia, and Johns Hopkins among others. I wanted to take my experience studying for the exam and assist other students. In my experience, I like using innovative methods to study for exams and tailoring the methods to each student. I am a firm believer in...
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I have been teaching piano for over twenty years. In that time if have taught students of all ages and all levels. I am a classically trained pianist with several degrees and extensive performing experience. I'd love to pass on that training to my students. I have had students participate in and won prizes in several festivals and competitions.
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I have known that I wanted to teach since my first time teaching Vacation Bible School. I love the opportunity to work with students who want to learn and are willing to work hard. I have over 10 years experience teaching high school, mainly history and ESL. I would appreciate the opportunity to work with you to help you achieve your academic goals.
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...ROTC program. I have 6 years of tutoring experience at places including Kumon, Mathnasium, and Purdue University. I have worked with kids of all ages from kindergarten to sophomores in college, each with their own set of unique strengths, and tutored a variety of subjects, including calculus, trigonometry, geometry, thermodynamics, chemistry, and physics. Like many of my previous students, I struggled to understand concepts that I was being taught and was a terrible test taker....
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...and humanities based high school which really fostered my interest in teaching. My main interest is teaching music theory, but I am also comfortable teaching English, reading/writing, biology, chemistry, and arithmetic. I fell in love with teaching via many amazing mentors that I've had throughout my life. Something about watching other's learn and understand topics that I've taught them is so enticing and exhilarating to me. From a young age, I've been fascinated with the...
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...important things that each student is trying to learn. I avoid tangents and focusing so much on small topics that students get frustrated. It is important that the student feels supported throughout the entire process. I know that everyone has bad days or doesn't prepare as much as they should. I understand that completely! I work with the student even through the bad days. Communication is key with any student. I am comfortable working on...
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...approachable and engaging. I pride myself on creating a supportive, interactive environment where students feel empowered to ask questions, embrace challenges, and celebrate their progress. Beyond academic success, I focus on fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning skills, equipping students for future endeavors. Whether you're aiming to ace a test, master a new concept, or grow as a learner, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's learn and achieve together!
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There is hardly a more versatile instrument in the world than the piano. Its sound is instantly recognizable, and it forms the basis of so many of the world's most popular songs. Playing the piano can open up the remarkable world of music in ways that few other instruments can. If your aim is to take up this dynamic instrument, working with a top-notch piano tutor could be a great way option for you.
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Your piano tutor can help you understand the masters of the instrument across a variety of genres and many different eras. From classics such as Rachmaninov and Beethoven to more modern acts like John Lennon and John Legend, all have created compelling music with the piano. Your piano tutor can help you unlock the secrets to what made their music as so fascinating.
Piano tutoring can help you master basic chord structures and scales as well as basic and more advanced technique. A great tutor can give you the opportunity to expand your knowledge of different modes and key signatures that you may not be familiar with and give you the chance to experiment with them in a supportive environment. If you've ever wanted to learn about the Mixolydian scale, for instance, your tutor could give you the chance. You can also have the chance to get real-time feedback on your playing and receive helpful hints about techniques and other tips from a talented tutor.
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