...Center on Middle Eastern history and the history of Utopian movements/ideas, teaching at a Korean prep school in Queens, NY, serving as an artist mentor to homeless children in the NYC shelter system, and teaching drama to 4th and 5th graders in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. As an educator, I bring all of my interests, ideas, experiences and inspiration into conversation with the subject matter at hand, for a truly interdisciplinary approach. My teaching style is...
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...language, test preparation, and in university and corporate contexts. I'm licensed and experienced in teaching all content areas for elementary grades. I really enjoy making Math and Science fun, and I'm a book lover! For middle and high school, I specialize in Social Studies, Humanities, and Literature/Language Arts at the secondary level. Project-based learning, research skills, and integration of technology are some elements that I use to make learning meaningful and connected to the real...
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Can also tutor:GED, SAT, ACT and 88 more subjects.
...and Test Prep courses for more than 8 years. I have taken the GRE, IELTS, and TOEFL tests. Therefore, I have pretty good experience with how those exams look like. My current PhD research is in Intercultural Communications and Video games. I have designed a winning -award video game in 2013. I am also a Teaching Associate in Indiana University of Pennsylvania. I've taught Animation, 2D Game Development, Multimedia, 3D Game Design and Development, and...
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...an ESL teacher at New Mexico State University. As a test prep instructor, I taught SAT, SSAT, TOEFL, and GRE. Test Prep, as I have come to experience it does not mean the memorizing of 10,000 things. It is understanding that standardized tests are logic games, that they test nothing outside what you have already learned in school. The rub comes from the presentation, that standardized tests are designed as puzzles. There are rules and...
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Can also tutor:SAT, SSAT, GRE and 21 more subjects.
...college right after high school, as it is the most helpful to a better life; however, going later has worked out very well for me. I am now semi-retired from farming. I raised my children on an alpaca farm high in the Rocky Mountains. We also had other farm animals and plenty of chores. Now I live on a small farm and still have a few alpacas left, for fun, and the farm dogs and...
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Can also tutor:ISEE, HSPT, SSAT and 12 more subjects.
...chess, English as a second language, Spanish, public speaking and drama. My favorite of all of these is to teach chess especially to children. Something about developing young minds to become strategic something about teaching young minds about consequences and thinking before they move really fulfills me. I recently got my TEFL l certification which stands for teaching English as a foreign language. When I am not tutoring or teaching any above subjects I enjoy...
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...various age groups.While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about spoken English and Literature.When I teach my students I aim at strengthening their vocabulary,grammar,punctuation and their spoken English skills amongst other attributes.In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. I am a firm proponent of education,...
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...Turkey (did I mention that I love to travel?) for one year. After returning to the US, I taught briefly at a local junior high school, but then took a job teaching students in China via an online program. I love English - reading, writing, and teaching. I have written several novels and truly enjoy all the gifts of language. Aside from English, I enjoy playing guitar and drums, hiking (when I have the chance), running,...
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...PhD program in English, which I began in 2008. I received my master's degree from Harvard in 2010 and the following fall I began assisting professors with their courses in Harvard College as a doctoral student. I worked closely with some of the best professors in the world and I modeled my unique pedagogy after their example. As a scholar with a traditional background in the liberal arts, I share my mentors' staunch commitment to...
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I am a healthcare professional with an international degree in dentistry and a US graduate degree in biomedical sciences with a focus on immunology, from University of Alabama at Birmingham. I tutor a variety of courses and I believe that no knowledge is ever wasted. This I bring to fore in my tutoring as I allow my students to learn with an open mind and overcome their learning challenges. I enjoy reading, travelling and cooking.
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Can also tutor:HSPT, ISEE, SSAT and 27 more subjects.
...Volunteer in the Kyrgyz Republic, where I lived and worked in a small village. I taught English to students in 3rd-11th grades and conducted summer camps and teacher trainings, too. I have also served as a Big Brother with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and coached youth sports (tennis, water polo, and swimming) throughout my life. My specialty areas are in English as a Second Language (ESL), reading, and writing (GRE/SAT/in general). Please feel...
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...learning process and hope to be of service to you in your academic pursuits. During my last position as an English teacher in China, I had over 500 primary school students with very basic English knowledge and found it very rewarding to be able to help them interact in class and learn English in a fun way. I have also worked with adults in a university setting, and have had successful results with helping them...
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...major digital newsroom. In my spare time I enjoy writing on various subjects on my sites Artofessays.com and UltrabookReview.com. I also DJ and run events for my music project "Electric Mirage", and currently have residency on CuttersChoiceRadio. My specialties include: * Academic writing (secondary through post-grad) * Essays * Technical writing * Psychology * Journalism * Creative writing * Editing * Personal statements * IELTS test prep and grading * Public speaking * Business skills (finding...
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...focus on language processing. Now, on a more casual note, I love traveling and have done it extensively throughout North America, Asia, and Europe. I also love to bake, am extremely extroverted, and have been trained as a choral singer since I was 7. I like to think of myself as laid-back, but professional and highly driven. I find myself comfortable in almost every situation I find myself in! I look forward to speaking with...
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...dedicated to teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). While I have many years business experience, I was downsized in early 2009 when the US economy crashed. I reinvented myself as an ESL instructor and have never looked back. Travel is my passion in life and I have always enjoyed meeting people from different cultures. I am friendly, flexible and professional. I believe in enjoying life every day and I love seeing students become more...
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Education
Bryant Stratton College - Buffalo NY - Bachelors, Business
...academically alongside me. Tutoring helped put me through university, and I intend to continue to help others succeed in academic and artistic endeavors for the rest of my life. As a dedicated tutor, I am committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive. With a passion for education and a belief in the potential of every individual, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs and learning styles...
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...with a passion for inspiring students across diverse subject areas such as Maths, Coding , English and Biology. As an online teacher, I am deeply passionate about the transformative power of education in the digital age ostering growth, igniting curiosity, and shaping futures regardless of geographical boundaries.Through innovative teaching methods, interactive multimedia resources, and personalized feedback, I aim to cater to diverse learning styles and empower students to reach their full potential.
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...offer academic and personal growth opportunities for students with and without disabilities by utilizing encouragement, resourcefulness, focus, and determination built on trust and thoughtfulness. Transformation of this mission and vision comes with the constant shift of educational responsibilities for special education and educational leadership. I plan to accomplish my duties as an education leader, tutor, and mentor through my driving desire to make an impact through skillful leadership, interpersonal ability, and advanced knowledge of instructional...
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...classes, online sessions, training and presentations, I possess an excellent knowledge, which is reflected in my overall GMAT (740 out of 800) and TOEFL IBT (114 out of 120) score. I have attended the prestigious KTDP program of the prestigious KAPLAN institution. I have been involved in tutoring assignments with Manhattan Elite Prep for the past 7+ years. With more than 10 years of work experience in the financial services industry, I can bring to...
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Can also tutor:PARCC, CogAT, ACT and 52 more subjects.
...Brown University where I double majored in International Relations and History of Art and Architecture. I also have a certification in teaching English as a foreign language. My favorite subjects to tutor are Russian, Japanese, and English, but I also am available to tutor in math (elementary to calculus), science, and SAT/ACT/AP prep. I have over five years of experience in both in-person and online tutoring, and I am passionate about helping students reach their...
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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.
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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.
