Certified Tutors From Houghton College

...am excited and passionate about a career in medicine. Along with academics I love to read for fun and play soccer. I played varsity soccer for four years in high school, and intramural soccer in college. I also love other outdoor activities like swimming and hiking. I am a Giants fan so I like to...

...and various dialects of South/Central American Spanish. I am able to teach to different learning styles, and can craft lessons as needed for any student. I graduated from Houghton College with Bachelor of Arts degrees in Spanish and International Studies. I also spent time at the University of Granada in Spain at the School of...

...middle and high school students in English and writing as well as teachers in computer literacy and professional skills. After my service, I received an M.Mus. in Music Composition from Houghton College, where I tutored undergraduates in music theory and volunteered at a local high school where I tutored and mentored at-risk teens. I'm currently...

...learning experience will be too overwhelming and the student may lose confidence in his or her abilities. I enjoy research, learning new things, and helping others reach their learning goals. Outside of academics, I enjoy gardening, music, and the company of my four dogs. I also enjoy needlework and cosplay. I consider tutoring a privilege...

...strengths and interests to customize lessons "on the spot." My approach is often unique because I have a background in both math/science and English language arts. (For example, if a student loves math but struggles with writing, I can help him or her understand writing rules by using analogies from algebra class--or vice versa!) Also,...

...problems with the student. Depending on their confidence level in the subject, I will usually work out an example for them, asking questions along the way, and then prompt them to work one out themselves. Sometimes for physics problems, what can be most helpful for students is to talk through the situation presented in the...

...I love getting to know learners one-on-one, discovering their strengths and their potentials. My past students have come from a wide variety of learning backgrounds and abilities, so I am very comfortable with diversity in every way. My professional experience in the classroom gives me a good idea of the expectations placed on students throughout...

...a mi perfil. Estoy emocionada para ensenar y ayudar en lo que puedo. Hello, my name is Shannon Derby. Welcome to my profile. I am excited to teacher and to help in what areas that I can. I have a passion for the Spanish language and culture, as well as a passion for teaching. Please...

Hello! My name is Hannah Jackson and I'm an experienced English, writing, and ESL tutor. I have a B.S. in TESOL and a M.A. in Applied Linguistics and I have tutored and taught at three universities as well as at the elementary and adolescent levels. I enjoy reading and spending time outdoors

...but I specialize in English literature and professional news-writing. As a tutor, I particularly love working with people to find their voices in writing, to find their own unique styles. I love taking rough, unformed essays or articles and making them concise and well-polished. Outside of tutoring, I am a folk musician, an environmental activist,...

Hi, I am Jon Ballard and I am a recent applied Physics Graduate from Houghton College. This has given me exceptional experience in high school and college math and sciences. I would love to help you succeed and meet you goals in these challenging courses!

...as a PhD student at Florida State (think that puts me at 6.5 years of experience). I love working with students to find new ways for them to learn material and help them better understand. I am best at physics and math which tend to be harder subjects so my goal is to spin it...

...I am confident I can be of assistance here, too! I have been tutoring in a variety of subjects with Varsity Tutors for over three years now. I have tutored introductory psychology, statistics, research methods, cognitive psychology, thesis and research paper writing, high school English, and helped students build their study skills. My favorite thing...

...in Chemistry and Physics. Throughout my schooling, I have developed a passion not only for science, but also for helping others grasp these exciting but difficult concepts. I have served as a teaching assistant in graduate school and undergrad, as well as a peer tutor since high school. I hope to not only help you...

...not the city - there's a HUGE difference!). Although I am not a career teacher, at every level of my education, I have been involved in teaching/tutoring. This experience varies from working the IT help desk as an undergrad to tutoring student athletes to serving as a graduate assistant/teaching assistant for various business courses. I...

...years. I was 100% responsible to teach all academic subjects in my classroom, modifying lessons to make the subjects accessible to all learners. This involved whole class instruction, small group work, and one on one counseling, as well as additional work with individual students after school hours. In addition to this, I volunteered as a...

...I have been inspiring students of all ages to read, write, speak and understand Spanish. I have my NC Educator's License in K-12 and studied abroad in Costa Rica during my time at Houghton College. I love seeing the light bulb go off when working with my students and students growing in confidence.

...certification in ESL. I specialize in middle school, high school, and adult education. I engage learners with lessons tailored to their needs and interests and try to make learning fun and interactive. I am patient and as an ESL and special education teacher I give my students lots of opportunities for repetition of skills in...

...grade with a focus on special education. Beyond academia, my interests extend to football, cooking, and reading a thrilling novel. Whether immersing myself in literature, exploring the great outdoors, or pursuing creative endeavors, these passions serve as a source of inspiration and balance in my life. By nurturing my own interests and well-being, I am...

...or whatever you need to regroup. I am here to help -I am not going to stamp a number on your forehead and call it good- if you need more time to understand a topic, we will. I personally like using an I do, we do, you do method to help build traction and understanding...