...and French, and have a dual Master's Degree in International Relations (modern languages focus) and Music (ethnomusicology focus), as well as a certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate. Through great insistence, people all too often convince themselves that they are poor at learning languages or other skill areas. In my experience, this is rarely the case and is the product of prior weak teaching and a failure to instill confidence in the...
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Florida State University - Masters, Dual Masters: International Relations (modern languages concentration) M.A., Music (ethnomusicology concentration) M.A.
...a Middle Childhood-Early Adolescent Education major and a TESOL minor, I wanted to teach at the elementary and middle school level. After 3 years of teaching in Spanish-English bilingual schools, I pursued my dream of teaching overseas. My adventures brought me to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam where I taught ELL for one year. While there, I enjoyed traveling, trying new food, and trying to speak the language! This is also where I began my...
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Can also tutor:GED, PSAT, SAT and 33 more subjects.
...tests for admittance to high schools and colleges. It is not uncommon for my students to see significant increases in math, reading, and writing sections of these tests. I always find that the best tutoring results come from keeping sessions as fun and engaging as possible while still covering the material. When not tutoring, I teach performance classes in subjects like magic, comedy, and balloon sculpting. When not teaching, I enjoy reading, hiking, travel, and...
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Can also tutor:ACT, PSAT, SAT and 79 more subjects.
I'm excited to help students reach their goals, particularly students that have issues with the formats and nature of tests themselves. I know that testing itself can flummox some students who are otherwise bright and qualified, which is why I want to help them overcome this.
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...has a passion for empowering the minds of others. I believe in creating multiple case discussions among students to keep students actively engaged in the learning process. I believe that students are diverse and they learn by various modes. Therefore, I provide diverse teaching methods to capture visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners. My academic and professional background is diverse, in which I have worked in the education arena and health care arena for 20 plus...
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...specific needs. It is so much fun to interact with people one on one and help them through something that they are struggling with. I love watching my students gain confidence in themselves and begin to believe that they really can accomplish their goals. I am a person who lives life to the fullest and wants to at an even greater level. Our short lives are a gift and I don't want to waste any...
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I bring over ten years of passion for teaching English and Spanish to students of all ages, from young learners to adults, across the globe. My teaching philosophy centers on enthusiasm and adaptabilityI tailor lessons to your specific goals, needs, and interests, making learning engaging and effective. Let's embark on a rewarding language learning journey together!
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...a graduate of Stony Brook University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with a focus on Latin American History. I have also received a Master of Arts in TESOL education from New York University. I am certified in New York State to teach ESL K-12. I have spent more than 5 years teaching abroad mostly in South Korea. I instructed students of all ages and from countries such as Brazil, China, Saudi Arabia,...
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...Cum Laude from the University of Rochester where I received a Bachelor's degree with double majors in History and International Affairs. I focused my studies on 20th Century European History and Global Security Policy. During college, I spent a semester in Brussels, Belgium, where I honed my French and ate far more chocolate than is ever advisable. After graduation, I moved to China, where I taught English to high school students and started a tutoring...
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...tutoring because education is my passion. I have years of experience in tutoring to students of all ages. My teaching philosophy is to review or reteach difficult concepts, practice, and then challenge my students without overwhelming them. I am certified to teach English and have taught English abroad. I am also fluent in Spanish. This experience allows me to tutor a wide range of subjects from reading comprehension and English grammar to AP Spanish. Most...
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Learning can become a joyful activity. You just need the right professor and the right tutor for you, who loves learning. I trust in the potential in every one of us. I will be your mentor for tapping into your own and turn your learning experience into a successful and joyful one. Reach out!
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...an experienced tutor specializing in Test Prep, Writing, and Spanish. I scored a 2230 on my SATs and a 328 on the GRE. I hold a BA in International Relations from GW and will begin my Masters in Epidemiology in the fall at an Ivy League school (still deciding which!) I have had wonderful experiences being tutored for the SATs and GREs and hope to help students have as enjoyable and fruitful experiences as I...
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...not a teacher who gives answers and expects the student to leave believing he has all the answers now. I guide students and try and get them to figure things out on their own then question them to see just how much they understand and can apply the gain knowledge. I like to build on prior knowledge and build little by little so that the student can build a solid foundation for which the can...
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Eager to meet students where they are at in their learning and guide them toward surpassing their own expectations for what they can achieve.
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...Ohio, USA. I have a Bachelors in Communications from Cleveland State University and I have a 200-hour TESOL/TEFL certification (includes Young Learners and Business English) giving me experience with both children and adults as well as conversational English. I have more than 4 years classroom experience and almost a decade of experience tutoring private lessons. My status as an Advanced Speaker with Toastmasters International helps me to build confidence in my students, especially in non-native...
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Hi! My name is Kailing, and I am a DMD/PhD student at Harvard University with an interest in clinical and research education in health sciences as well as global health. I am also very interested in becoming an educator in academia. I am very excited to work with you!
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Can also tutor:SSAT, SAT, ACT and 83 more subjects.
I am an English teacher living in British Columbia. I have had extensive experience teaching English overseas. I enjoy reading and am in the process of writing my first novel.
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...approaching the end of my doctoral journey in Public Administration. I have a master's in Educational Administration, and a bachelor's in Linguistics: ESOL and Communication Science Disorders. I have been an educator for 20+ years, serving in a variety of capacities (e.g., speech pathologist, teacher, and staffing specialist); however, the majority of my experience has been in working with persons with disabilities and managing such programs. I am fluent in English, French, and Haitian Creole,...
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Can also tutor:SSAT, GED, CAHSEE and 53 more subjects.
Education
CUNY Queens College - Bachelors, Linguistics: TESOL and Communication Science Disorders
I have a bachelor's degree in Biology and a minor in Chemistry and Psychology. I have taken and excelled many upper-level science courses. I aspire to become a healthcare professional and am very dedicated to academics. I have three years of experience tutoring a 10 year old girl and I was successful in bringing her from C average to a straight A student.
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...am glad that you took the time to read my profile. I able to teach 5th grade Language Arts to College level English. I specialize in English as a second language, and I also have a lot of experience teaching TOEFL and IELTS prep. I can help you with your Spanish I and II classes. I will personalize my lessons to help you meet your personal learning goals. You will feel confident and engaged in...
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TOEFL Tutoring FAQ
Typically taken by non-native English speakers, the TOEFL exam is a test of proficiency in the English language. For those whose first language is not English, there are a large number of institutions that require TOEFL score reports. Many colleges, universities, and employers may ask for your TOEFL scores as well when you apply for a job. Scoring your absolute highest on the exam can greatly improve your likelihood of being admitted to your top-rated program or being offered a position with your preferred employer.
The TOEFL exam asks test-takers to perform a wide variety of tasks, such as writing essays based on a given topic, reading excerpts of academic texts, listening to a recording in English, and stating an opinion on a particular matter using spoken English. Learning a new language can be difficult enough, and for many students, an exam such as the TOEFL presents multiple challenges, including attaining a sufficient command of the English language and developing a familiarity with the intricacies of the standardized exam format.
Varsity Tutors can help you connect with affordable, one-on-one TOEFL tutoring to assist you with your test prep. An exceptional TOEFL tutor can help you succeed on exam day with personalized, private lessons that suit your goals and needs. Whatever your reasons for taking the test, your tutor can help you work toward them. With TOEFL tutoring, you can focus on the Reading; Listening; Speaking; or Writing section of the exam; a combination of these sections; or all of them. Your TOEFL tutoring can focus on a wide variety of components of the English language, such as pronunciation, spelling, grammar, morphology, or syntax, or a variety of these features.
These language tutors can also work with you to help you learn strategic test-taking skills specific to the format of the TOEFL to further help you prepare to excel when you take your exam. English language skills are often learned in succession, with new skills drawing upon old ones. Working with a private tutor allows you to construct an English skill set that only grows stronger with each tutoring session. Many students have found that private tutoring provides an optimal means of acquiring fluency in a new language. One-on-one interactions allow for the rapid exchange of dialogue, which in turn helps to strengthen your command of the English language. Indeed, interpersonal communication represents a far more natural way to learn a new language than computer software or self-guided study can provide. One of the most difficult aspects of the English language is pronunciation. There are a lot of words that look the same, but are pronounced differently. Without speaking to another person, it can be difficult to pick up on these intricacies. A private tutor is an excellent resource in this regard because they can make sure that you are on the right track. Additionally, your private tutor can act as a friend and mentor. They will be there to encourage you and to provide guidance throughout the entire process.
With the help of a TOEFL tutor, you can greatly improve your knowledge of the English language and approach your exam with confidence. Contact Varsity Tutors today for more information about the TOEFL tutoring options available near you, and let us help you connect with an experienced tutor.
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Recent TOEFL Tutoring Session Notes
We worked on the student's upcoming test which involves writing, reading, listening, and speaking. We did a brief review on each of these topics by doing practice. I gave him advice on how to approach and handle each of these sections appropriately to maximize his score.
Most of the time spent was getting the student set up on the computer to take practice tests and locating where he needed the most work. All of the sessions until this Saturday's test will be spent on his weak areas.
Since we went over writing and reading comprehension last time, we did some listening and speaking exercises. She did well and on the last listening exercise. I recommended she first do the easy questions/ones she could recall quickest and found that when she did that she built her confidence and got all the questions right. I think she will continue to improve.
Today was an introductory session with this student. We worked almost entirely out of her TOEFL textbook with reading comprehension exercises. We worked on vocabulary building (I had her write down the definitions of at least eight unfamiliar words) as part of that. I gave her some tips about TOEFL reading (i.e. inferring meaning of words from their context) and told her a bit about the speaking portion of the TOEFL. Her reading ability is fairly strong and she got most of the answers correct without hesitation. She doesn't have a lot of time to prepare of the test but I feel confident. To end the session I gave her a homework assignment of reading another TOEFL reading exercise from her book. By her next session I will have my own copy of the TOEFL book.
Today I had the pleasure of meeting the student. We discussed our plan for her to excel and pass the exam. I assisted her in setting up a study calendar, to help her with organization and time management. The next tutor session we will work on reading/listening practice questions and discuss her study schedule.
Began work on TOEFL, using a study guide. Today was spent with an overview of the entire test and an in depth look at the reading section. The student finds TOEFL questions more manageable than similar SAT questions, mostly due to the vocabulary difficulty.
