...students directly, I bring extensive experience in delivering online lectures to both adults and teenagers. I currently work with clients in Brazil and the United States as a Life Coach, and I am passionate about exploring new cultures and studying emotional well-being, Positive Psychology, and advanced meditation techniques. In my free time, I enjoy watching films, walking along the beach, meditating, and listening to pop music. I am excited to bring my skills and enthusiasm...
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...in English Literature and Spanish, and went on to teach English abroad in South America: first in Colombia, then in Brazil through a Fulbright grant. Literature, foreign languages, and social studies are my specialties, but I'm comfortable in all subject areas. I'm an encouraging and warm presence in the classroom, and get to know the needs of the students I work with so that we can strive to meet their goals together. Outside the classroom...
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...BA in Hispanic Languages and Literature and a Related Area Certificate in Portuguese at the University of Pittsburgh, I believe that I am more than capable of showing others how to succeed with them. I love working with others, and I can't wait to show people what learning a foreign language has to offer and the doors it can open. As I recently graduated in the spring of 2016, I am relatively new to tutoring...
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I am a Cambridge CELTA certified ESL teacher. I have degrees in History and linguistics from the University of Georgia and can tutor a variety of topics. I have a strong grasp of the theoretical ways in which people of all ages learn languages, and I am also well aware of the fact that everyone learns differently. I love history and languages and hope to share my enthusiasm with students!
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...on transforming abstract theories into tangible insights by breaking them down step-by-step and illustrating them with relevant, real-world examples drawn from current events and everyday situations. You can expect an engaging learning environment built on a friendly rapport, where questions are encouraged and we actively explore concepts together. I am eager to share my passion and expertise to help you increase your understanding and expand your potential! My hobbies include creating data projects and analyses,...
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As an early graduate of Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, I am excited to not only prepare my students for academic success, but also provide insights into how to excel at elite universities. I hope to be both a competent instructor and compassionate mentor to all students.
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...understand that everyone has a different learning style, and I strive to always adapt my teaching style to the needs of my students. After years of working with students who struggle with learning what they consider to be boring subjects, I've amassed countless creative techniques to help students better process difficult information and retain the most knowledge. My teaching philosophy is based on patience, positive reinforcement, and the breakdown of difficult material into easier-to-process parts....
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...on campus in their tutoring center. I really enjoyed this. Next I worked as a Bilingual Substitute Teacher with the school district. I did this for many years and have extensive experience in many grade levels. For a while I also worked as a Spanish and Portuguese teacher for a language school. Recently, I have been teaching ESL online for almost three years. With smaller children I try to be more fun and engaging. I...
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...in Curriculum and Instruction for TESOL. I have extensive experience teaching English as a foreign in Brazil, and I have also tutored writing at the Washington English Center. My approach to second language teaching and writing is that students should always feel comfortable with making mistakes and that learning does not have to be painfully dullif you learn by making connections with things you are passionate about, you can do anything! I am a firm...
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I am a communications student at USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism with a minor in Entertainment Industry from USC's world-renowned School of Cinematic Arts. I am an enthusiastic and creative thinker with a background in publicity, marketing, social media, and public speaking. When not pursuing my endeavors in marketing, communications, and tutoring students and helping enrich their academic lives, I enjoy snowboarding, reading, skydiving, film, music, and traveling. sgoncalv@usc.edu
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...the only language spoken in my home. However, I was fortunate enough that I was very young and was able to pick up on English that I do not have an accent and that many people assume English is my first language. Having English as a second language inspired me to attend University and obtain my bachelor's degree in Portuguese with a minor in Spanish. As I was studying for my bachelor's degree, I earned...
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...math and physics from the middle school to the college level, Biology up to the AP level, and Programming. For the past year I have been a Physics PAC at my school, helping underclassmen with their classwork in classes I've already done. Tutoring physics and math are my favorite since I love explaining the process behind the derivations of these fundamental equations. I strongly believe in education as a pillar of what makes a well...
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I was born in the USA, but raised in Brazil, where I pursued degrees in education and was an ESL teacher for over a decade, teaching students from ages 1 - 70! I recently relocated to the USA. I am a native speaker of both English and Brazilian Portuguese and am happy to assist you in your learning process.
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...adults. I got a B.A. in English from U.C.L.A. and a Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language from the same institution. I have tutored many students and my favorite subjects to tutor are English and English as a Second Language. I have also tutored Portuguese conversation. Of course while tutoring English, I have done a lot of work with composition and writing. My teaching philosophy involves discovering the student's needs and teaching to...
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...Most of my work was focused in Sao Paulo. I am super excited to share my knowledge of the Portuguese language and the Latin American story with new students and hopefully provide an insightful look on the subjects. After graduation, I had the opportunity to work for the city government of Chicago and a local law firm. Most of teaching, we will focus on discussing specific narratives and building complex comprehension from these examples. From...
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...with their homework, and tutored grade school students in math and reading. Following graduation, I continued to work with younger students in an after-school program setting, and for several years I have been teaching private language lessons to adults and children. While I tutor several subjects, I really enjoy helping clients learn a new language. In this globalized world, I believe that learning another language is invaluable; being able to communicate in a non-native tongue...
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...Portugal and Brazil as a teacher and translator for 9 years, following which I returned to the U.S. to pursue a PhD in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies at Brown University and then taught Portuguese at Yale. Although I mainly research Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking) Africa in my academic life, I have knowledge of and experience with all the main varieties of Portuguese and Lusophone cultures. It would be my pleasure to share my expertise with you!
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Hello there! My name is Katherine. I graduated from the University of New Mexico in 2016 with my BA in Economics and I'm currently pursuing my PhD at UNM, also in Economics. Learning is a passion for me, and I try to inspire it in others with my tutoring!... I believe that an understanding of fundamental concepts in a subject is the key to retention of material and problem solving. If you have the basics down,...
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I am passionate about math and languages, finding it fascinating how knowledge can boost us through different scenarios and realities. With two years of experience serving students in the USA and four years supporting ESL learners, I have seen firsthand the ultimate impact that tailored instruction can have. I am eager to delve into teaching these subjects further, aiming to enhance my students' skills and confidence.
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Up until recently Theoretical Physics was my main passion and the only thing I was focused on, but I fell in love with business model design and as such I am currently in the process of starting my own company. I am dedicated to creating the foundations of knowledge and possibilities that may one day trigger a new wave of human knowledge and human experience.... Building a foundation or the basics for a subject while helping...
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Portuguese is actually an official language in 10 countries across the Iberian region and in Africa, and more than 250 million people speak it. However, unless you live in one of those countries, you'll have a hard time striking up a conversation to practice your vocab and your listening skills. A Portuguese tutor can provide some partnership, and maybe even offer some interesting facts about where and when the language is spoken.
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