Certified Tutors From University of Miami

...sufficiently teach someone, especially a layperson, the subject matter that you are studying, then you know that you got it! I have been teaching for five years not only because it is helpful in giving back to the community, but also because I need to in order to master my craft. Because of this, it...

...work with their unique learning styles. I'm personally very visual and need to draw a picture to figure out a problem. I enjoy learning about the student's interests and incorporating them into the lesson to make it more fun and interesting. I've been working in education for about 5 years. I taught preschool and 4th...

...a puzzle; to me math has always been like a game. My dreams came true after I came to the United States eight years ago. I obtained my Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics at Bard College, a small liberal arts school in upstate New York. After graduating I moved to Miami and attended the...

...have taught College Preparation Writing at Miami-Dade College. I work with students from 2nd grade up to college level in Writing, English, Literature, College Essay Writing, U.S. History, Government and SAT Prep AP subjects. In my spare time I like to travel, read and listen to various genres of music. I have traveled throughout the...

...Miami (UM) on an academic scholarship, and I am majoring in English Literature and Creative Writing. Born and raised in Sarasota, Florida, I decided to continue my academic career in the “Sunshine State”. When I am not in school, I work as a home-school teacher at the Miami Learning Center, where I teach English and...

...questions so that the students can figure out the problems themselves. I model the best ways of thinking so students learn how to ask themselves the right questions when I am no longer by their side. I seldom have students rely on "tricks"; instead, students will learn the underlying reasoning so that they can extend...

...tutor for the University’s Athletic Academic Services, where I tutored student athletes in a variety of subjects, and helped them devise study schedules that maximized their academic success. Since then, I have worked as a full-time tutor in a Massachusetts high school, where I provided focused Math instruction to a personal caseload of 12 ninth...

...they want. My job is to give students the basic tools that they need before they can help themselves. Outside of school and work, I love to be outdoors! I enjoy bicycling, yoga, running, and going to the beach on the weekends. I also love traveling, discovering new places and people, and getting to know...

...elementary and middle school math and test preparation, I am passionate about reading, writing, and editing. I strongly believe that the ability to communicate clearly is one of the most important skills any student can learn. I also believe there are many ways to approach a problem, whether in math or writing or study skills,...

...his Calculus II final. I enjoyed tutoring in this formal setting, especially in subjects that revolve around Calculus (i.e. precursors such as Algebra and Pre-Calculus and Calculus I itself). Additionally, I feel extremely comfortable with the content of the ACT! When working with students, I feel it is important to appeal to what the student...

...and SAT test prep. As a tutor, I create individualized and goal oriented strategies for my students in order to facilitate their success. My interests include reading (unsurprisingly), running, cooking, and traveling; I recently studied abroad in Argentina and hope to see more of the world in the future. I also love puzzles and enjoy...

...with many opportunities. I believe it is important to provide children and young adults with learning environments that emphasize the fun of learning, rather than portraying it as an inescapable chore. I try to provide an environment that encourages students to become active learners. In my free time, I enjoy reading all types of books,...

...I volunteer taught in high school for two years. I have tutored students in math and reading in grades K and 3-5, but I am also able to work with other grades. I currently teach elementary math and have done so for the past two years. My teaching experience has taught me all students can...

...students can excel and would love to convince every person in America that Math is FUN! (Social studies does not have as bad a reputation.) I enjoy working with students and have substantial experience with students who have IEPs or otherwise need some extra help (don't we all sometimes!). I look forward to helping you...

...Red Cross and large financial groups. I like to work with students by encouraging them to have the appropriate reasoning by themselves, making them better understand the grammar rules and the use of the language. My interests in French culture are architecture, cinema and XIXth century literature. In my spare time, I like to swim...

...recognition of Tier 1 status by my school. I believe in guiding students to understanding by asking them the "why" questions that will not just lead them to the correct answer, but will help them to comprehend why the answer is correct. I enjoy the opportunity to work with students one-on-one, as it allows me...

...at the University of Miami (GO CANES!), and have lots of experience helping students prepare for courses. I'm patient and willing to repeat instructions multiple times, and I believe the only stupid question is a question you already know the answer to, meaning that I will answer any and all of the simplest questions. In...

...eight years of tutoring and teaching, I have worked with teens and adults across the United States, as well as two years teaching young children in Japan. My tutoring specialty is in Verbal, Writing, and Critical Reading for the GRE, SAT, and ACT, but I have an overall passion for English language and literature. I...

...is an opportunity to turn downtrodden students around and other times I get to enjoy and marvel at an enthusiastic math lover. My tutoring style is collaborative, warm and most of all, encouraging. Whether the student comes to tutoring for remediation or to accelerate, I find he or she benefits from a friendly, non intimidating,...

...chemistry and finance. Throughout my high school career, I tutored middle and elementary school students in a variety of subjects. I also have experience tutoring students with learning disabilities. I've taught ESL to medical doctors in Spain, and I've worked as a Teaching Assistant in a leadership course that focused on public speaking. My favorite...