Award-Winning GED Tutors serving Schenectady, NY

...Science in Mathematics. After graduation I worked in Biotechnology research in California for a number of years. I eventually became a Technical Trainer responsible for training an international workforce of biotechnology instrumentation engineers. I then returned to school and earned a Masters in Arts with a specialization in Mathematics Education. I have experience working as...

...in the power of education and in particular literacy. I worked for 2.5 years teaching reading and math groups in a public school. I am very successful at engaging students and reframing any subject to help meet a student's personal learning needs and goals. In addition to my strong advocacy of literacy, I also have...

...a double major in Biology and Environmental Science & Engineering and a PhD in Ecology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I was the recipient of a National Merit Scholarship for a PSAT score in the top two percent of scores. and scored in the 98th percentile in the biology section of...

I wish to extend and to foster the educational opportunities of my students. I possess the experience and skills to help all students. Educational interactions enrich my life. My sense of humor, along with my compassion for students who may be struggling, are central tenets of my teaching style.

...this year. I have a total of 25 years of mathematics teaching experience here and abroad and have taught graduate, undergraduate, high-school, and middle-school Math. I can work with a wide variety of students at all levels of proficiency. I graduated with a degree in BS Mathematics for Teachers (Magna Cum Laude) in 1979. I...

I am dedicated to helping students achieve their learning goals, and to making learning and mastering materials fun.

...worked in several different capacities from teaching assistant to classroom teacher. My passion is teaching and to instill a love of learning in my students. With those passions, I have tutored many students throughout my tenure and in several different areas of content. As a lifelong learner myself, I am able to project the importance...

...clear and understood. I like to take a math problem step-by-step. I can explain a problem in multiple ways. After 15 years of teaching, I like to think I'm an expert at deciding which method to choose after a quick assessment with a student. I love that Varsity Tutors allows me to easily access assessment...

...like it is mostly a classroom setting, I had the opportunity to work with students one-on-one, who had diverse learning styles and disabilities. Since working with Varsity Tutors I have truly enjoyed being able to get to know students on a personal level, learn the best method of teaching them, and tailoring lessons to their...

...years. I also tutor GRE for those applying for graduate school. Study with me if you want to feel more confident and capable when taking standardized tests. You can do practice test questions with me. My specialty is working with high school students who need to learn basic grammar and punctuation, and improve their reading...

...through the joys of education. I had my introduction to tutoring several years ago, when I taught a child with a disability through eighth grade. That experience gave me the utmost respect for all of our children who are learning, no matter how hard their struggle may seem from our perspective. I am a well-rounded...

...algebra, precalculus, trigonometry, and calculus for nearly 3 years! My teaching method is very laid back and I am very patient and understanding! I always provide further examples to ensure that the student understands the material completely before ending the session. I enjoy teaching all these subjects equally, and I greatly value helping students reach...

I have been a tutor and teacher for over five years. I have tutored at the collegiate, high school, and middle school levels. I would love to help you learn in a positive and motivating way!

...to my advantage to help your child succeed in their studies and find learning to be easy and fun! I have my associates and bachelors in psychology and I am currently woking on my masters in criminal psychology. I also have my associates in criminal justice and am a certified veterinary assistant. Using my knowledge...

...to serving as an advisor to many in school student activities in my teaching career, I have volunteered in lifelong service activities in my community such as kids' running races and captaining a team of fellow sports' club members in a local ride/run/walk fundraiser for cancer care. I have also been teaching a seven week...

...I have much experience helping others further themselves in their education by building confidence, voice and academic empowerment. My primary focus is on student engagement and building a tutor-student relationship based on trust, honesty and open-mindedness. I see student success beyond just comprehension or memorization. I help students to truly synthesize the skills and concepts...

...on a few private tutoring jobs, with someone of Japanese descent, as well as a couple students who were of Mexican descent. I worked at an autism spectrum school for about four years as a direct care staff person. I taught Spanish to two adolescents while there. I also experienced growth myself, as I had...

...business administration minor. I enjoy learning about most science and math courses. During my undergraduate studies, I was given the opportunity to tutor students from elementary to high school as a part of a work study program. I really enjoyed tutoring students in areas of difficulty and making a difference in their academic progress. It...

...an Astronomy minor. My tutoring experience largely involves mathematics (algebra I and II, trigonometry, calculus I and II, differential equations) and physics (general physics I and II, modern physics, astrophysics), with the subjects I enjoy teaching most being astro-related. The ability to introduce students to the awe of the cosmos and its mechanisms is one...

...and joined PUGS (Program for Undergraduate Guidance). I was paired up with underclassmen who were in the same major (Computer Science) or had similar career goals. This program aimed to be professional while creating a friendly relationship between the mentors and students. I provided answers and guidance to the students who shared my major or...