Award-Winning GRE Tutors in Austin, TX

...Austin as a graduate student. Reading and language acquisition are two of my strongest assets, primarily working in English, Greek and Latin, but also with reading fluency in four additional languages. I have traveled extensively in Europe, as an archaeologist and for my own curiosity, and I am enthusiastic about the influence of culture of learning, expression, and history. I have always had a knack for mathematics and was originally on track to be a...

...I never fail to let my tutees know, while objectively letting them know ways they need to improve. positive reinforcement / affirmation - it helps people learn better. In my free time I play sports (basketball, football, any sport with a ball) and instruments (piano, and guitar). I have a respect and an interest in people with different hobbies because I like to learn from them. So do not be deterred if we spend our...

I am an aspiring graduate student in Materials Science and Engineering. I have experience tutoring Chemistry and Mathematics to college students at Austin Community College. I have a passion for learning and love to see my students succeed. I love finding new ways to explain concepts to best aid the student according to their learning style.

...hand. For example, we might focus on understanding a particular aspect of the circulatory system while at the same time developing skills that allow you to effectively extract meaningful information from a scientific text. This is what I do with my university students every day and I am excited to bring these same strategies to you! Whether you are trying to master a class or prepare for an exam, we will work together to help...

...I love conducting sessions as "learning labs" where open and honest discourse is the foundation from which critical knowledge is gleaned. My approach is threefold: create an inclusive, welcoming learning community that encourages and rewards exploration and curiosity; present the course material in a way that resonates deeply with each unique student and introduces them to new ideas each week; and foster critical thinking skills that can be applied in all schoolwork. Instead of recitation...

I have spent numerous summers counseling children from ages 7-16 (both male and female) and am extremely comfortable talking to and relating to this age group. I am a great tutor because I use analogy, mnemonics, and memorization tricks. I find the easiest way to reach an understanding that will "stick" in a student's brain is in terms of something they are already passionate about.

...I have several years' experience as an independent math and test prep tutor, working with students at a variety of levels and ages, including adults. For math students, I work to engender a real understanding of the underlying concepts, rather than just memorization. Under test pressure you may forget what you memorize, but you won't forget what you understand. I have an advanced degree in Computer Sciences, and am currently finishing a master's degree in...

...am multilingual. I love teaching Mathematics, Sciences, English, History, Writing...you name it. My philosophy is that the most effective teaching comes from knowing how my student learns, and meeting them where they are. I want to instill a love of learning, but that will not happen if I don't get to know my student. Outside teaching, I write fiction, perform Shakespearean theatre, cook and bake from scratch, design recipes, and add my mezzo soprano to...

...experience helping students work through all levels of math, chemistry, and physics. I have a bachelor's and master's degree from the University of Mississippi in math. While there, I worked as a graduate instructor and also in the math department's tutoring center for three years, tutoring Algebra, Statistics, Logic, Trigonometry, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus, among other subjects. I also do test prep sessions for the ACT, SAT, GRE, GMAT, MCAT, LSAT, ASVAB, and other tests...

...to speak clearly and concisely, to make high-level concepts accessible to students of all ability levels, and to create strong personal relationships with my students. I am currently accepting students in all math subjects through the high school level, standardized test preparation (SAT, GRE, SSAT, PSAT), computer science, writing, study skills and organizational skills. I recently graduated from Vassar College in New York where I majored in computer science with minors in math and art...

I received a B.S. in Mathematics from William & Mary and am now a graduate student at the University of Oslo. I tutor various high-school and university level mathematics subjects as well as SAT and GRE math; I have also been a Teaching Assistant for Calculus II - III at Northeastern University. As an aspiring mathematician, tutoring has helps me refine my own understanding and improve my ability to communicate mathematics.

I care about people being able to think critically, prioritize and evaluate digital and print resources. In one generation, we've gone from not enough information to data overload with masked biases. I hold a bachelor's in botany and a doctorate from the University of Florida.

I assume responsibility that my student is learning and that my student is learning at higher and higher levels, in accordance with Bloom's Taxonomy. Knowledge, Comprehension, Application, Evaluation, Synthesis, Analysis are higher levels of learning that give the student tools to apply lessons into maturity. I have been very successful in tutoring ACT, SAT, ISEE, and GRE.... The Socratic method, asking open-ended questions, is an excellent strategy to get a student to talk. When the tutor...

...at the Vanderbilt Writing Studio as a Peer Writing Consultant, and I currently tutor college students using another online platform. I enjoy working with a diverse clientele to foster discussions about writing and the fact that each session requires me to adapt to suit the needs of each individual. In May of 2014, I graduated summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Arts in Classics and Interdisciplinary English and History. Writing a...

...with the student playing the music and his or her teacher listening carefully. The teacher doesn't look for mistakes, because no one needs the advice, "Don't make that mistake!". The teacher tries to hear what the student wants and then figures what to work on in order to get there. I've been both a student and teacher of guitar, and I try to take that teaching style into my tutoring. I never start by explaining...

...weakness before I begin tutoring lessons. Beyond teaching the content, I will also impart studying skills and test-taking techniques to help my students perform better on their exams. I personally enjoy making challenging concepts simple, and I am good at helping people find their own learning style. My philosophy is that there's always a way for each person to learn the necessary material to achieve their goals, and it's my job to find the way...

I help students develop a metacognitive reflective lens for current and lifelong study. I constantly ask students to ask themselves: What am I doing well? And how can I keep doing that? I believe a strengths-based approach is best for learning. I am a board certified art and early childhood-6th grade ESL classroom teacher.... I help students develop a metacognitive reflective lens for current and lifelong study. I constantly ask students to ask themselves: What am...

...year law student at The University of Texas School of Law, but it feels like yesterday that I was in your shoes. It's great that you are taking the LSAT seriously, because doing well on it can create a lot of opportunities for you--including scholarships and admissions to top schools. The truth is, everyone can do well on the LSAT because the test is not what's necessarily hard...it's learning how the test writers want you...

...I believe in tailoring lessons to meet each student's unique needs, helping them build confidence while mastering the material. I strive to create a collaborative learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions and actively participate. Outside of academics, I am a huge Longhorns football fan. I like sports and activities that allow me to connect with nature, such as running and taking long walks, and visiting coffee shops for a moment of relaxation. My...

...is important. Equally important is building on that moment in further learning. I have found that a student intuitively knows if the tutor is patient, understanding, and creative about helping the learning process. This is personally important to me as a father of three children. I am indebted to those men and women that have tutored me from an early age. It is my desire to pass on that process in helping others.... My teaching philosophy...