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Zarrin

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I am a Mount Holyoke College graduate with a degree in Neuroscience and Philosophy. As an alum of a liberal arts institution, I have gained a passion for teaching from previous my mentors and experiences. Therefore, I would like to use this platform to support young students in their academic goals and endeavors. I have 6+ years of experience tutoring in STEM and Humanities from grades K-12. I also have experience tutoring in college level Biology and Chemistry classes. As a NYC native, and a Bronx High School of Science graduate I understand that students are constantly under pressure and competition. My goal is to make sure students understand and believe in their own prowess while continuing to improve their skills and capacities. I hope that we will have an opportunity to work together in the future!

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Zarrin’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Mount Holyoke College - Bachelors, Neuroscience and Behavior / Child Development

Test Scores
ACT Reading: 34
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
Hobbies

Traveling, Singing, Swimming, Hiking, Community Service, Neurological research, Medicine,

Tutoring Subjects
10th Grade Writing
11th Grade Writing
12th Grade Writing
2nd Grade Math
3rd Grade Science
6th Grade Writing
ACT Reading
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
AP Research
AP US History
Biology
Chemistry
College Application Essays
College Biology
College English
College Level American History
Developmental Biology
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Science
Elementary School Writing
English
English Grammar and Syntax
Essay Editing
General Biology
High School Biology
High School Chemistry
High School English
High School Level American History
High School Writing
History
IB Biology
Languages
Latin
Latin 1
Latin 2
Life Sciences
Math
Middle School Math
Organic Chemistry
Other
Pre-Algebra
Psychology
Public Speaking
Reading
REGENTS Prep
Science
SHSAT Prep
Social Sciences
Social Studies
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
Summer
Test Prep
Trigonometry
Writing
How do you help students who are struggling with reading comprehension?

When it comes to reading comprehension, the important thing is to break down the mass amount of information present. I personally like to use highlighters and notes throughout a passage. With my student, I will review paragraph by paragraph, while having them highlight important information regarding the main idea and details that support it. Most questions that follow reading passages include identifying details that support the main idea, syntax, etc. I will help the student locate stylistic choices of the writer, such as the use of metaphors, similes, analogies, etc. When the student becomes comfortable with identifying syntax, style, diction, and content, they will have an easier time understanding the passage as a whole and answering questions.

What strategies have you found to be most successful when you start to work with a student?

Lecture based tutoring tends to bore students. Instead, I like to use interaction throughout the session. Instead of rambling through topics, at each mark of a session, I like to ask my students questions and give them problems to solve for themselves based on what I've taught. This helps me assess how much the students are absorbing, and what they need more assistance with.

How would you help a student get excited/engaged with a subject that they are struggling in?

This is a very difficult task, especially when the area of subject prevails difficult to the student. I like to break down the topic to simplify the nature of the material. Often times when the curriculum is a heavy load, students are intimidated and therefore lack excitement. By creating schedules and little goals with the student for every session, I plan to engage them. By having a say in what they learn and what goals are set for the class or an exam, students feel as if they are in control of their work and abilities. This boosts confidence and students are more excited about completing assignments and studying.