...received my Master of Art in History of Art and I have my Bachelor of Art in European History. I am in the process of applying for my PhD in History of Art. Needless to say, history and art are my biggest passions. During my undergrad, I taught art and English to 8th-grade ESL (English as Second Language) students at a middle school in Brooklyn, New York. I have experience tutoring in Reading, English Composition/Writing,...
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...via a home school curriculum, as we traveled the world for my previous job. During that time, we lived in seven countries on four continents and visited dozens more. It was a great learning experience for all of us, but we are happy to be back home. Additionally, I taught at a school for gifted and above average students in Indiana. My courses included Algebra, History, Geography, Economics, and Personal Finance. I tutor Math, History,...
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...Relations. My passion for tutoring stems from understanding that many students struggle with the standardized pacing of traditional classrooms. I've seen firsthand how one-on-one attention allows students to truly flourish, as personalized learning adapts to each individual's unique needs and style. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about History, English, and Literature. I believe in creating engaging learning experiences by connecting academic concepts to students' interests and everyday lives....
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I believe in teaching everyone at their level while also treating them like an adult. This entails respect for the student, but also strong expectations. I value transparency, patience, and progress. Above all, I want those I teach to feel totally comfortable with me, no matter what's in the way.
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...on creative production, art direction and project management (see my portfolio website, Shogun Productions PhD). I have an MPhil and PhD in Latin American, Iberian and Latino Studies from The CUNY Graduate Center. As an undergraduate, I completed a dual-major BA in Art History and Spanish, with minors in History, Gender Studies and Classical and Medieval Studies. Interdisciplinary pedagogy informs my professional experience as an educator, creative academic researcher and writer, and media content project...
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...people and create meaningful connections, all while advocating for people, I had learning challenges when I was younger and I had to find innovative ways to learn and retain information. I'm passionate about helping people thrivenot just in their careers but in their lives. With a unique background in conflict resolution, HR strategy, and veteran support, I've seen firsthand the transformative power of empathy, clear communication, and strong leadership. But my story isn't a straight...
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...my Master of Science degree after completing by Bachelor of Science degree in the department of Horticulture at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon where I currently live. My thesis research was in grapevine Genomics and Metabolomics, but my coursework was mainly plant biology and physiology. Before returning to school, I had a great opportunity teaching English as a second language in Texas to families recently immigrating from Mexico and Central America. I found teaching...
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My name is Daniel Chandler. My passion stems from allowing others to enjoy learning the same way I do. I have a background in history but I also have master level degrees in business and anatomy, I teach most history subjects as well biology, anatomy and related fields. I hope you will allow me the privilege of teaching you.
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...from Piedmont College. I have taught both locally, abroad, and online. In addition, I also have extensive experience in human resources, writing, reading, editing, and communications. I love tutoring because I get to work one on one with students to meet their individual needs. Each student is unique, and nothing makes me happier than helping my students achieve their goals. I want to be a valuable resource in the lives of those I can help,...
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I've worked in Special Education for over 7 years. I tutored college level courses and taught independent living skills to college students with special needs (mostly autistic spectrum disorders) for 6 years before becoming a middle and high school teacher for students with unique emotional needs for two years. These experiences have allowed me to develop the skill to accurately assess a student's comprehension of a subject and then provide instruction using strategies for multiple...
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...year of experience as a tutor in German and I hope that my expertise can help students on the road to bettering themselves intellectually. I have been exposed to German for close to 9 years and have been to Germany numerous times. I have conversed with natives and spent a month in a German language school to hone my abilities. As far as history goes, I have graduated Cum Laude from Rollins College and was...
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...with the renowned Oxford University scholar, Dr. Richard Gerberding; I have studied Latin on my own for 16+ years. I have studied Business/Accounting for 12+ years and have 3 degrees from FRCC & Regent University. I have tutored high school & am a firm believer of "no student left behind". Latin 1-3 is my favorite subject to tutor in because I love the complexity of this ancient "dead" language and how it's interwoven with the...
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...Bachelor's in Education, with a focus on Botany and Zoology. Over the past five years, I have honed my skills in online teaching, developing a robust understanding of various educational needs and methodologies. My expertise spans multiple areas, including phonics instruction for kindergarten students, special education, and reading comprehension strategies. I also specialize in teaching middle school science and higher-grade biology, where I apply my in-depth knowledge of the life sciences to create engaging and...
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...and I am currently obtaining a Masters in Education and Social Studies. I am a NYS Certified Teacher, and worked as a Substitute Teacher for the Webster Central School District for grades K-12 until June 2016, during this time I gained experience teaching all grade levels and subjects. I also have extensive experience in tutoring for Elementary level subjects and Secondary level Social Studies. My goal is to find the students most preferred learning style...
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...a minor in dance, I bring a unique blend of academic rigor and creativity to my tutoring approach. My passion for helping others, particularly younger students, drives me to foster an environment where learning is both enjoyable and effective. During high school, I served as a peer and ACT tutor, which allowed me to share my knowledge and strategies that contributed to my perfect 36 on the ACT. I understand the importance of tailored guidance,...
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...(ancient, medieval, enlightenment, modern), political philosophy (your Locke, Hobbes and Rawls, etc), philosophy of science (Bayesianism, positivism, etc). I can also tutor undergrad courses on Chinese philosophy (Ruism, Buddhism, Daoism)! I'm confident tutoring K-12 math and physics. I'm also a native Mandarin speaker; I can help you or your children study Mandarin Chinese as well! Learning makes life significant. It lets you see more of the world in finer details. Great learning eventually leads you...
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Recent Glasgow World Civilization Tutoring Session Notes
During this session the student wrote two papers. He first worked on a two-page summary of this week's work. The other paper was an original piece that was in rough draft form. He did some editing, added a couple extra points in his argument, and he will type that to be turned in tomorrow.
The student and I continued to go over her exam questions for her Judaic Studies course. We worked with the outline we had made the day before to create the body paragraphs of her essay. We then discussed what kind of information needs to go into introduction and concluding paragraphs, and by the end of the session she had a solid outline for these. I looked over two of her identification questions for copy editing and for content, suggesting ways that she could improve her answers. By the end of the session the student had two more identifications to answer and the first and last paragraphs of her essay to write, and the entire essay to edit.
Worked on Absolute Monarch poster project. Had to find positives and negatives about 6 monarchs during the 1500 - 1775 period. Typing at the computer while taking notes seems to help keep him engaged. Still needs some more info about the timeline aspect of the project.
Today we completed a reading comprehension practice test. He scored better than he thought he had done. He can pull up this reading score with continued attention. We worked diligently on his world history essay/presentation due in two parts next week: Heraclitus, philosopher.
The student and I worked on his homework, including a worksheet on Ancient Egypt. He had a bit of difficulty sorting out the geography of the area, so we spent a little extra time on it. We also completed his word exercises and discussed his math homework.
Today, the student and I covered the first half of his spring unit. He needs to continue to go over specific terminology listed on his study sheets, as well as dates, but the overall ideas are there. He's in a good place for his exam.
