Award-Winning IB Language A: Language and Literature SL Tutors

...I am an adaptable, flexible and resourceful educator who is always focused on what is best for students. Experienced in using and modifying a variety of strategies in English Language Arts, I am confident in assessing learning and analyzing various forms of data to drive instruction. In addition, my experiences in various leadership roles have helped shape and refine my communication skills and teaching pedagogy. I am enthusiastic and positive when collaborating with colleagues, and...

...in 2010 and then went on to graduate from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 2013. As a high school student, I also earned the diploma from the International Baccalaureate Program. I am now a Florida-barred attorney with a passion for teaching. I had some amazing teachers when I went through school and was lucky to have them make learning an exciting experience for me. My goal is to make learning fun...

...Mexico currently teaching Spanish for IB Middle School students. My previous job was as an IB High School Spanish Teacher in the United Kingdom where I would also tutor students of all ages. In Mexico I have taught ESL, Spanish, and French at University level, and I have written some articles about applied linguistics as well as participating as a lecturer in conferences related to language acquisition. I am quite passionate about what I do,...

...method to learning. Each student's unique voice and method of comprehension in an academic environment deserves to be heard and considered with flexibility and an open mind. I do my best to listen and adapt to a student's learning style, while striving to help them feel confident in expressing their strengths, questions, and needs to others. In turn, I intend to help them become motivated to pursue their academic betterment independently, encouraging them to embrace...

...provide advanced-level assistance to you! I'm a friendly, approachable person who maintains a professional but fun learning atmosphere. And, most importantly, we get hard work done! I believe I can provide tremendous assistance tutoring everything from ACT prep to Shakespeare and existential philosophy. My learning background is diverse, and my objective-based tutoring style is sure to lead to success. When we tackle problems, we are learning the how? and why?, not just the what? I...

...in 2013, I went on to serve as Program Coordinator for their Executive MBA Program. I just recently returned from a year abroad in the beautiful country of Chile. I arrived in Chile via the United Nations Development Program to teach English in an underfunded public school. I extended my time in Latin America by teaching individual classes to adults at an English language institute. I am currently substituting at a bilingual charter school in...

...schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects from French to Essay Writing and Algebra to Chemistry! I want my students and tutees to see the value in themselves and know that they can accomplish anything with determination and hard work! Realizing you can do it is half the battle and working hard to bring that dream to fruition is the other half!... I've found that...

...teaching undergraduate students learning Spanish 1-4 while I was working on my MA. This experience gave me the opportunity to know first hand of how the American education system worked. Working with colleagues from all over the world at URI was great. After I obtained my MA in Spanish in 2003. I have taught Spanish for 15 years: at the High school level, I have taught IB Spanish 3-5, Spanish AP Language, and Dual Enrollment....

...identified the different learning styles I can develop a variety of activities and methodologies that address these needs. I encourage my students to freely ask questions, express doubts and to never hesitate to express ideas during the lessons. I consider that in a foreign language class it is necessary to develop the four basic skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. All the while, I emphasize the speaking aspect because it is the most rewarding to...

...towards a greater learning experience and overall education. In high school, I was an IB student and took all AP courses for core subjects (English, Spanish, Math, Science) in addition to IB program requirements. Additionally, I have experience with the ACT and SAT, and have coached students with test prep. I have worked with all ages in the spanish language, english reading comprehension, writing, and standardized tests. I currently work at a non-profit organization, and...

...completing the IB diploma, a bachelor's in music and Russian literature, and a master's degree in historical musicology, I learned that each project and assignment requires planning and strategic forethought to achieve the best result. In my time teaching music theory and history in the classroom at the University of Pittsburgh, it translated to developing personalized lesson plans to find the most effective means of teaching for students. Individual attention and effective communication are vital...

...in kindergarten, to grammar instruction with teens, to conversational business English with adults. Whether Test Prep, ESL, or academic tutoring, I take great pride in my work, and am committed to my students' success. I attribute my success in school to my love of learning, and I endeavor to share this enthusiasm with those I work with, and strive to make my classrooms fun and engaging environments in the pursuit of that end.... I'm a firm...

...have those feelings of pride and success. I believe that every pupil matters and I plan accordingly for every individual student. I am able to teach to any exam criteria or just to improve skills for work or personal development. I specialize in all aspects of English, both written and oral. I believe that learning should be an enjoyable experience. This is true whether you are 10 years old right up to being an adult.

...professor and an avid student of all disciplines. My tutoring experience ranges from elementary school to graduate-level work, and I have specialized for the last two years in working with students with learning disabilities. My preferred subjects are history, literature, reading comprehension, and writing, and I can tutor verbal sections for standardized tests including the GRE. My favorite subject, you may have guessed, is history, but I also have a long personal history learning foreign...

Hi, my name is Naomi, and I am happy to tutor for Varsity Tutors. I study English literature and philosophy, so reading and writing are my strongest suits, but I am glad to help in any of my listed subjects. Please send me a message to let me know how I can be of assistance!... It depends on the subject, but I like to be creative and use all sorts of materials to draw/write/graph etc.... I...

I grew up without any video games or gaming systems, which is a rare thing in today's world. Instead, I focused on my studies and in May 2015 I graduated Suma Cum Laude from my high school, and achieved my four year goal of receiving the IB diploma. I am a sophomore at the University of South Florida and am majoring in Integrative Animal Biology with, hopefully, a minor in anthropology. ... My teaching philosophy is...

...and a proven track record of success with students from widely varied backgrounds and academic levels. My relevant work history includes time a literary/technical editor at two Canadian publishing houses, freelance writing coaching for both secondary and post-secondary school clients, providing exam preparation for International Baccalaureate candidates, and tutoring at-risk youth in the Los Angeles Family Shelter system. I would love the opportunity to discuss your needs and look forward to hearing from you soon!

...trajectory, tutoring has supplemented and enriched my experience. Whether helping a fourth grader with intermediate-level German homework or guiding a high school senior in writing an analytical essay on Flannery O’Connor’s short stories, I relish the chance to delve into the given subject matter and inspire enthusiasm and success. My passion is rooted in – though not exclusive to – languages, literature, and writing. I tutor all levels of English and German, with a preference...

...in Lille, France where I conducted all my studies in French and also taught English in a French Highschool. Consequently for my Undergraduate thesis I translated the text 'Regarde les lumieres mon amour' by the well known French contemporary author, Annie Ernaux, into English. The University of Denver was then able to fund me to go to France and conduct an interview with Ernaux! I believe that knowing other languages is a crucial skill that opens...

...(TESOL) from the University of California, Santa Barbara. I have experience tutoring ESL privately in Brazil and through Skype. I also have experience tutoring Spanish and the clarinet. I tutor many aspects of English including reading, writing, test prep, literature, grammar, and essay editing. I also tutor any level of Spanish, including test prep for SAT subject tests or Spanish Language AP tests. I also tutor Japanese, clarinet, and public speaking. My favorite subjects to...