I am entering my 18th year as an educator. I have worked with students from Pre-K to 8th to adults. I have conducted learning workshops in Reading, Math, Science, and History. I have a long standing passion for literacy and literacy based learning. I have designed personalized curriculum for Gifted Students and students with dyslexia. I am very excited about this venture to provide more one on one instructional support for students.... Examining the student's personal...
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...levels, with the exception of Kindergarten and Fifth Grade. While obtaining my degree in counseling education I was able to work with older students in the middle and high school settings. I have also been a substitute teacher for all levels K-12. I have a love of math and know it can be challenging; learning the foundation helps make the task a little easier. I really enjoy teaching reading and grammar as well. I believe...
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...school level and below science and math classes, however I can also tutor upper level college courses in biology and some math. Personally my favorite classes to tutor are sciences such as biology because I've always found them very interesting and straightforward. My teaching style is generally catered to the student that I am assisting, but I like to use significant visual representations of concepts because many times seeing things makes them easier to understand...
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I have been an elementary school teacher for 30+ years, first in Florida and now in Oregon. I have a passion for teaching, especially reading and writing.
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...is that of a coach; I work with students to become better learners. It is a thrilling experience to witness students overcome obstacles and take on challenges that previously intimidated them. I enjoy taking on challenges myself and have competed in endurance events for over 10 years including the Escape from Alcatraz triathlon and multiple GORUCK challenges. I recently became a high altitude balloonist and have conducted several experiments in the stratosphere including the first...
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...find it vital to form a bond with my students, to get to know them and really find out what they like, what they are good at, and what will help them to be successful. I have well practiced methods for helping students learn new material and re-learn old or difficult material. I also incorporate methods that help to greatly reduce anxiety and actually make math fun! When I am not teaching, I love spending...
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...and state test scores. It was a great experience that allowed me to work regularly with students one on one and in small groups, forming connections with the students and building on the knowledge they gained in the classroom. When I tutor, I like to make learning as fun as possible! After a long day at school, I know students can sometimes lack the motivation or energy to want to continue learning, and I try to...
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...as an Editorial Assistant at the Gallery and was active in numerous other dance groups on campus. I studied abroad in Paris during the fall of my junior year where I attended a French university and worked at a contemporary art gallery. Most recently, I was a finalist for the UK Fulbright scholarship, and I am now pursuing a career in Choreography and Dance Writing. In high school, I was named a National Merit Scholar...
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...I can teach English Language Learners). I graduated from High School in 2008 from Joshua High School located in Joshua, Texas. I earned my degree (Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Early Childhood through 6th Grade Education) from the University of Texas at Arlington where I attended 2008-2012. Classroom teaching has always been my passion but now I'm looking for a different way to use my skills and still work with...
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I'm a communications professional with a master's degree in pharmacology from Tulane University, a master's degree in journalism from USC and a bachelor's degree in neuroscience. I have two years of professional tutoring experience and thrive on guiding students to that "aha!" moment.
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...skills, but as a professional who specializes in English and Writing, I know they are wrong. Every student, with the right motivation, systems, and tools can improve their skills. I have been teaching and tutoring students for over 20 years. As a professor, I know what steps students need to take to become better in writing, reading, literature, critical thinking, and public speaking. As a faculty member at universities and colleges for over 20 years,...
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...because of the crucial importance education plays in one's life. I will be starting medical school in 2016 and I am looking forward to helping students during my gap year. As a tutor, I am very attentive to the needs of my students and I always make sure they have a thorough understanding of the material being covered. Personally, I enjoy the Socratic method of teaching because it allows me to gauge how much the...
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...tricks in math that can help you remember certain things and sometimes teachers do not even think about this themselves. Math is a subject that builds on itself, so it is important to teach students how they are building on prior knowledge. "Yes, this is a new formula we will be using, but you already know how to get to this point because of what was done in the last chapter." It makes it easier...
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...and adolescent psychiatric hospital as a mental health technician. In August 2013, I was admitted to a clinical psychology program and began working towards earning a doctorate degree. In my first year of the program, I interned at a middle school and was able to work with many students, including those in special education classes. I have substantial experience working with children and adolescents of all ages. I also have experience in working with individuals...
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...education and mathematics. I also earned a technology certificate. It is my belief that tutoring needs to be an enjoyable experience for everyone involved so that the most information can be retained during the sessions. I always try my best to alter the session to fit the specific needs of the individual. For this reason no two sessions are ever truly the same. I hope that I can have the opportunity to help improve mathematical...
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...school students. I love math and science and I love sharing that love with other people. Technology is also a passion of mine and I have experience helping people get up to speed with helpful skills for the professional environment. As a tutor, I believe that everyone benefits from encouragement - so many times the barrier to learning is confidence! Students often know more than they realize, and I like to guide the student in...
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...up with a good book (I'm currently reading "After Dark" by Haruki Murakami). And if I'm not reading or blogging, you can find me at a local Atlanta coffeehouse performing some of my poetry or spoken word pieces for open mic night. As a past successful student myself, I know that great mentors and tutors are a key component to success and I love working hard to be that helping hand and enlightening voice to...
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I am a gifted communicator who is capable of excelling at any task presented. An educator first in everything I do, I bring an empathetic and dutiful approach to my work that places a high premium on creating a positive learning environment. You will find me a very passionate and valuable member of the team.... I believe in a multifaceted approach that combines visual, oral, and written teaching methods that focuses on explaining both the "why"...
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...from classroom teaching, I have been a substitute teacher in a local district teaching children in Pre-K through middle school. I have also tutored privately for the same age groups. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about mathematics, reading, and writing in the elementary school levels. Prepping students for the state testing has always been important and my students have shown great proficiency with the tests after prep. Over...
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...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 not realized how important socialization is to learning. As you may or may not know, socialization is a big barrier to many students on the spectrum. Finally, I have been substitute teaching in the Albany, NY area, which renewed my interest in being an instructor/facilitator/guide to struggling students. During this...
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Joining a gifted and talented class can be an eye opener for a student who is used to the pace of a standard elementary school class. While some students easily make the transition to a faster pace and more advanced concepts, others take time to adjust. If your child is in the latter group, gifted and talented tutoring can be a big help, and Varsity Tutors can help match your child with a skilled tutor who can help him or her handle the work.
When you have your child work with a gifted and talented tutor, your child will be able to explore multiple topics in a new way, including:
Advanced vocabulary
Geometric basics
Systems of numbers
Essay writing
Study habits
Opting for elementary school gifted and talented tutoring allows your child to focus on any aspect of his or her class that's causing problems. For example, your child might be struggling with managing the increased workload of the gifted course while still keeping up in his or her other subjects. A tutor can show your child how to manage their time and work quicker so that they can stay on top of all of their tasks.
Or perhaps you're searching for "gifted and talented tutoring near me" because your child is having problems with understanding the point of one of the reading assignments in his or her class. Your tutor can help relate the work to something that your young student has already read, allowing them to make a connection and make the more advanced assignment seem more familiar.
A gifted and talented tutor can even help students who are ahead of their class and want to go more in-depth on a particular topic. Let's say that your child shows a strong interest in the basics of algebra and wants to get a better understanding of the subject before moving on to middle school. Your tutor can help explain some advanced concepts to your child and ensure that he or she is ready for the work when the rest of the class reaches that level.
No matter what your child's academic interests are, gifted and talented tutoring can be a big help toward making their academic goals a reality. If your child isn't getting the most out of his or her gifted and talented course, Varsity Tutors can help you find a tutor who understands the material well and can help make it make sense to your child. Contact us today for assistance!
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Recent Yonkers Gifted Tutoring Session Notes
Tonight, the student put the finishing touches on her portfolio. It is due by the 5th. Her mother was very pleased. Next week, we will get back to another subject, and I do not know what that is yet, but I sure enjoy this client!
Today the student and I focused on studying for the science test she has tomorrow on elements and minerals. Because there were several lists of criteria for determining minerals and how they are formed, we worked on a strategies using acronyms to help her remember. By the end of the session I think she had a much better understanding of the material.
We worked on his study guide for algebra 2 since he has a test tomorrow. Then we talked about his study habits/organization habits and I showed him the organization app I use to keep track of things. He downloaded the app and we went through some of his folders to clear out old/unnecessary files. He also showed me the Haiku system that his school uses to organize new files. Since it is the beginning of the semester, he does not have any late assignments at the moment. We made a plan to meet next week three times.
We developed a proactive study schedule so he can be better prepared for quizzes and tests, and reviewed all of his basics to make sure he's doing what he's agreed to.
The student and I studied for her Spanish test. I also assigned additional worksheets to help her study further for the exam. We focused on vocabulary review, e->i.e. verb conjugation, and direct object pronouns. We also fleshed out the outline for hers upcoming Comm Arts essay. We reviewed and finished her History notes as well.
The student and I continued with math homework today (that subject seems to be his problem area). He has shown much improvement in the subject! Last week we had to go through much of the homework together, but this week he was definitely leading and I was just guiding him in the right direction!
