...tutored various social science courses. Immediately after my college graduation, I joined Teach for America and taught 3rd and 4th grade in a failing public school in Jackson, Mississippi. After I finished my two year commitment with TFA, I moved to Dallas. For my primary job, I currently work with Dallas ISD as a data analyst. I intend to eventually go back to get my Masters in Education and possibly Statistics to continue my career...
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...originally from Seattle but went to high school and some of college at ASU (Go Devils!). However, one and a half year into my BS in Psychology I caught the travel bug and started to study abroad, first in Spain, then London then a year at the University of Edinburgh. I hopped back over the pond to graduate and then moved back to London permanently (or at least that is what I thought!). In London...
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...Mathematics from the Chairman of the Math Department. I’ve attained many other accolades that I am truly thankful for. Teaching has always been my one true passion. I have over seven years of tutoring experience, in the US and overseas. So, my multilingual and multicultural background helps me cross such barriers and connect with students better. Due to my vast experience, I’ve developed sophisticated communication techniques and understanding of students’ psychology that helps me pinpoint...
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...graduated Snow College with honors, achieving my Associate's Degree in Elementary Education. I volunteered and taught across the globe in Thailand to gain more experience. I just finished my final year at Utah Valley University in the Elementary Education program, in which I received my Bachelor's Degree and teaching license. I tutor Elementary subjects and test preparation for ACT, ISEE, Geography and US History. I love to read and write and particularly enjoy preparing students...
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I have been tutoring for six years in Math, Physics, Chemistry and Spanish. I started self-employed tutoring younger students. I have also tutored high school and college students and have enjoyed every single minute of it! No student is the same, and with my experience, I have learned to adapt to different tutoring and learning styles. Accommodating to a student's needs is something challenging but extremely rewarding. I look forward to meeting you!
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...in subjects such as SAT, English, Algebra, Calculus, Spanish, writing, and more. My background includes working with students one-on-one and in classrooms settings. As an undergraduate student at Yale, I completed a science curriculum including biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and mathematics. Additionally, as an undergraduate student at a liberal arts school I gained a rigorous background in literature, journalism, and English. Therefore, I am comfortable tutoring students in both science/mathematics and humanities classes. In addition,...
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...and I graduated from the University of Notre Dame with an Economics degree in May 2017. I have been tutoring for over 10 years and have worked with students in a wide range of subjects as well as preparing for the ACT. In the course of my work, I have personally witnessed the great impact that tutoring can have in terms of both achievement and discovering the joy of learning. Through these experiences, I have...
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...Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and my Master's degree in Teaching English as a Second Language. I have traveled extensively for work and school which has helped me to strengthen my language skills as well as adapt my teaching to a variety of different cultures. I lived abroad for a total of seven years and returned to the United States to start a family two years ago. I am currently teaching Spanish and ESL for...
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...the past and someday I hope to get more involved in the realm of education. When taking standardized tests and studying for classes, I found myself breaking down many problems to their core components, and after finding similar patterns with the types of questions asked, I realized how I could easily excel in standardized tests. After a summer teaching English in China and a whole school year as an active teaching assistant (personalized tutoring and...
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...patient, I utilize a student's strengths and unique learning style to create individualized lessons and materials. Tutoring allows me to help students of differing abilities achieve their academic goals. Whether a student requires assistance in writing a 5 page essay or help with homework and organization, I am your tutor! My favorite subjects to tutor are reading and writing and I thoroughly enjoy both. I love writing my thoughts on paper and have kept a...
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...School of Business at Duke University with a Masters in management Studies. My education background is extremely diverse and promotes strong critical thinking and problem solving skills in various contexts. I began tutoring while a student at Princeton University. There, I tutored underclassmen while on campus as well as high school and middle school students from my hometown. I thoroughly enjoy tutoring individuals of all ages. At Princeton, I took two math courses, four Spanish...
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...tutoring session, because no one way is the correct way. Patience, and determination, are my strongest attributes. I want to make sure that every session is productive, and the student walks away with new knowledge, and skills. I am currently attending The University of North Texas majoring in Interdisiciplinary Studies EC-6th Generalist/ESL certification. That long title is just a fancy way to say I will be teaching elementary age children. I am in my fourth...
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...the biggest aerospace contractors in the world. Aside from the exciting field of aerospace, the past years in college and high school have also given me the experience to teach and improve others - whether it be through tutoring agencies or study groups with friends. I find it extremely exciting to see others learn more, realize their full potential, and I'm always striving to a facilitate their "aha!" moments. With a strong background in math,...
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...When we moved to the US, she first worked as a research scientist at University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) at Galveston, and later she had her pathology residency at UTMB. She is now a surgical pathology fellow at Houston Methodist Hospital. My mother would teach me medical knowledge whenever she got a chance. I aspire to be a physician that is hardworking, passionate, and careful for the patients. I am determined and willing to...
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...of this to my students regardless of which direction their academic pursuits take them. I grew up in Toledo, Ohio and have lived and traveled all over the US. I've also traveled overseas and spent six years living in Germany. I studied Photography at the Cleveland Institute of Art and have a Master's of Fine Art in Public Art and New Artistic Strategies from the Bauhaus in Weimar, Germany. Working as a fine artist is...
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...tutored for three years as an undergraduate student for Juniata and have the most experience tutoring writing, math, and German. It is most exciting for me to tutor German and writing because I am incredibly passionate about the German language and culture, and from my perspective bettering one's writing is also a process in bettering one's thinking. I find it rewarding to help students overcome many of the same challenges and hurtles that I and...
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...while also completing a four-year study on ethical leadership. Additionally, I pursued Honors distinction through a study of James Joyce and interned with now U.S. Senator Mark Udall during his tenure in the House of Representatives. I worked with Crocs Footwear at their global headquarters as an account manager for five years in account management, before relocating to Austin, Texas, in 2011, when I began pursuing a career in education. I am currently certified as...
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...to tutors because it seemed I could not learn during class time. My lack of learning was not due to lack of intelligence, but simply not understanding. I learn differently than most students, which is why I decided to tutor. I want to help others who are in my situation: students who are made to feel that because they learn differently they have a problem. As a teacher, I believe it is important to make...
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...believe that it can be enlightening and fun. But, I also know that the process can be frustrating at times. The mark of a great tutor is his or her ability to address each individual's needs so that learning can become an empowering tool rather than a stumbling block. Working with students in small groups and in one-on-one settings to this end is a passion of mine. I love collaborating with individuals to better understand...
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...key ingredient to the success of an individual and strength of a nation or body of people. The pursuit of knowledge creates endless opportunity for a student. As a recent graduate with a degree in Political Science and minor in Public Leadership, I am prepared to effectively guide tomorrow’s leaders individually one step at a time. I, like most recent college graduates, am adjusting to life after college. After five years of being a collegiate...
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Recent Halifax Summer Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I met up for his digital hardware design lab. There we presented some of his prior work to the teacher. Afterward we worked on Verilog modules for a 4-bit flip flop, and a 1-bit 4-cycle shift register, talking somewhat about clock edges, the "always" keyword, flip flop types, and the concept of wires as variables. We demonstrated the modules for the instructor and then chatted about requirements for the final project, specifically the concept of left- and right-shift operators.
The student and I spent the first half of our session focusing on reviewing for her math assessment. We then did a variety of writing exercises, including how to use descriptive words, using exact verbs, etc. Good session!
The student and I worked mostly on Algebra for his quiz that he had the next day. After working for about an hour in that subject area, we bounced to a vocabulary test that was a take home. He should have a hundred on that test! We talked about what he had going on for the two days left this week and next Monday. He seems to be making progress in organization and his understanding of Algebra.
We worked on line memorization and character development for the play she is doing in her drama class. We also created an outline of goals she is working to achieve by the end of the semester, and we brainstormed ideas for how she could reach them.
Today was my first meeting with the student. We covered a large portion of Utilitarianism, as well as some general guidelines for approaching philosophy and the reading of philosophical works. I covered the importance of working through the complex material slowly and with purpose--analysis of arguments and a comprehension of the main conclusions that the author draws. We covered a significant number of the concepts covered by the student in his essay, primarily focusing on the strange relationship between virtue and happiness that he attempts to demonstrate, as well as his responses to a number of objections to his position.
The student and I studied for an upcoming test today. We started by going over the notes her professor had sent her from the last assignment. I then taught her every concept from chapters 1-5, focusing on the interpretation and meaning of various statistical measures and tests. We also learned how to perform all these statistics in the software. The student is making good progress in learning the material.
