Certified Tutors From University of Massachusetts Amherst

...of self-esteem, and approach my clients with the hope of teaching them self-assurance first, and the subject matter second. I lead my students to an understanding of their classwork by showing them that they have all of the tools for learning right in front of them, and that if they are doing the best work...

...Physiology Class. In UMass Amherst, I currently work in the Learning Resource Center as a peer tutor. There, I tutor freshman level Biology and Chemistry classes, as well as Calculus I and II. I am a strong believer in tutoring my tutees by giving them open ended question that encourage them to critically think about...

...will be doing something I enjoy doing, helping students with my favorite subject, math. At UMASS I was the head Teacher Assistant because of my enthusiasm and love for the subject. Instead of teaching just a certain way, I teach in multiple different ways to adapt to every student's learning ability, in a friendly and...

...towards my doctorate in Physical Therapy at Boston University. But I miss the connections I had to my students in Burkina Faso and I am excited about the opportunity to work with students locally to help each student achieve his or her full potential. With my graduate level coursework in Physical Therapy and my years...

...have led me to realize that learning is a complex process that requires more than academic content. Creating a positive environment in the classroom (or wherever we decide to do our learning) makes learning exciting. Grasping difficult concepts is a whole lot easier when the process is fun! I bring energy and empathy into my...

...courses at the University of New Hampshire and Granite State College. I received my B.A. in psychology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. I received an M.A. in psychology from Southern Connecticut State University and an M.A. in psychology from the University of New Hampshire. I have also received a Ph.D. in psychology from the...

...to TOEFL). My passion in tutoring and teaching started in high school. I started privately tutoring a high school student in algebra, history, physics, and English. This rewarding experience introduced me to the field of education. I started to tutor students in every subject I could. During my college years, I tutored in math and...

...and taught General Biology, Anatomy and Physiology and Microbiology courses. I am also a certified Medical Technologist. I love working with students one on one and guide them through the material in such a way that they feel comfortable and confident with the scientific concept or reading passage. Currently, I enjoy tutoring in Washington DC...

...works best at their own pace and in their own way, and try to incorporate that philosophy into my tutoring sessions. Favorite course to tutor would most likely be Russian. I'm very interested in the language and culture, and enjoy sharing that with students. Outside interests include Russian literature, biking, traveling, Game of Thrones and...

...this in mind, my goal for tutoring your student would be to provide them with a completely comfortable and secure setting where they are unafraid to ask as many questions as they desire, and can revisit material as often as necessary for it to stick. Whether your student's vision of academic success involves more challenging...

...Amherst in French and Francophone Studies and a Master of Arts in Teaching Modern Foreign Language (French) from Boston University. I have also spent an academic year abroad in Aix-en-Provence, France (2005-2006) and I have lived in Die, France teaching French at the local middle/high school teaching English. I love languages, culture, and people, so...

...wasn't a class with them. I think that I can help out in many ways with scientific/mathematical problems people have hard time with. If I am unfamiliar with the concept, I am always trying to at least look over some notes and figure things out on my own to help out as much as I...

...Along with my biology degree, I am also studying for two minors in psychology and mathematics. I have experience as a tutor, both freelance for a year with several students and working through a school as a math tutor and SAT prep tutor for three years. In my free time, I enjoy skiing, the ocean,...

...of thinking while attempting to facilitate creative and critical approaches to learning. As a former homeschooled student, I have been able to develop strong organizational and independent study skills that I hope to share with my students, and as a musician and improviser I value and encourage creative thinking and curiosity in my approach to...

...you believe you can. I am a teacher+tutor+coach+guide+mentor. I have worked with 2000+ children, teenagers, and adults from all over the world and spent 15 years teaching in public (elementary through high) schools. I have taught a large range of subjects and developed activities, materials, and curriculum in order to foster progress and dedication of...

...matter deeply while being able to break down complex methods into small and easily understandable steps. I am very creative in coming up with unique ways for you to understand concepts that you are struggling with. I can work with you to come up with and execute a good plan to achieve your goals.... My teaching philosophy is that every student can lean with the right help. My approach is to make the student feel comfortable,...

...you can grow to enjoy any subject. As someone who used to be terrible at math and was taught to love it, I can attest to the fact that the right teacher can make a world of difference. I hope to work with you and help you accomplish whatever you set your mind to.

...as a Peer Tutor in the Learning Resource Center on the 10th floor of Dubois Library. There I tutored Math, Physics, and Chemistry classes and found that I really enjoyed tutoring. I enjoyed the challenge of connecting with students, and working with them and alongside them, and found it to be a very rewarding job....

...professionals to expand their personal and professional horizons through teaching French, Spanish and ESL English, as well as drawing from my experience living abroad to help the student to better appreciate elements of underlying cultural differences. If theyre as passionate about learning as I am about teaching, then we will have done our job.... Teach to make learning fun.

...mathematics, and science at the elementary and middle school level. I also have experience tutoring students in SAT/ACT test preparation in all associated sections. I am and always have been a lifetime learner and do all I can to impart this facet of myself on my students. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time...