Maya: Costa Mesa tutor
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As a passionate tutor with a Master's degree in French Studies from New York University and a Bachelor's degree in Film Studies from Mount Holyoke College, I bring over two years of experience tutoring and teaching. My specialties include Study Skills and Organization, where I strive to empower students to take ownership of their learning journey. My teaching philosophy is rooted in fostering a love of learning by creating a supportive and engaging environment that encourages curiosity and creativity. I believe that when students actively participate in their education, they can uncover their potential and develop essential skills for success. I am motivated to help students navigate challenges and celebrate their achievements, guiding them to become confident, independent learners.
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Undergraduate Degree: Mount Holyoke College - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Film Studies
Graduate Degree: New York University - Master of Arts, French Studies
*A Little More About Me* What interests me outside academia Outside academia, I enjoy exploring a range of interests. My weekly schedule usually goes like this: Sunday — Church services, community service, and self-care activities like personal spa days or deep cleaning my apartment, meal planning Monday — Group bible study, planning out my activities and commitments for the week, household chores Tuesday — Morning exercise routine (walking, running, yoga), salsa dance class, solo movie night Wednesday — Professional development activities, job planning, networking events Thursday — Creative writing sessions, editing content for pitches, submissions, online portfolios, spontaneous events like book talks or a live show Friday and Saturday — travel planning, solo arts and crafts like painting or knitting, thrifting, French conversation meetup groups, dinner with friends, day trips, walking tours of the city, social and cultural activities like a museum visit, concert, or free community event
- Art
- Conversational French
- Creative Writing
- English
- Filmmaking
- French
- French 1
- French Immersion
- IB Film
- Languages
- Other
- Performing Arts
- Public Speaking
- Study Skills
- Study Skills and Organization
- Writing