Erica: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...of Oberlin College, where I attained two Bachelor's degrees in English and Ancient Latin Language and Literature. I am a licensed teacher with a diversity of experience working with young people. For the past 10 years, I have tutored students of all ages and in a variety of subjects, with a strong focus on K-12 mathematics. I am pursuing a Master's degree in Elementary Education and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification....
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature
Ruth: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun and engage them.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
Courtney: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...cum laude from Augsburg College with a bachelors degree in Sociology and a minor concentration in Spanish. Now I am happily employed at Carleton College in Northfield as an evening supervisor in the library I love it! My plan is to eventually go on to get my Ph.D. in Sociology. Helping others learn brings me great joy, and Ive had the privilege of teaching people from a variety of ages and backgrounds. I was a...
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Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
Abigail: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
I believe that my past experience working as a tutor, high level of academic achievement, and passion for learning make me a great tutor. I tutor a variety of subjects, including SAT Prep, but my true passion is Classics. As a child, my favorite book was D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths. I have been fascinated by the language, literature, and culture of the ancient Mediterranean ever since. This passion is...... When covering difficult subjects, I strive...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
John: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Claire: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
I am a Columbia University graduate who majored in Political Science, Classics and History. I have also spent the last year as an English teacher in Connecticut. I am available to tutor in New York City and the Stamford, CT area or online.
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Classics, Political Science & History
Matthew: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...tutor who is dedicated to educating children to foster a better, brighter future. I am very patient with my students, ensuring that they sincerely understand the taught material. Towards this end, I highly encourage questions from my students so that together we may work through any lingering confusion. While studying at NYU I worked at 2 public schools in New York City as a teacher's assistant, and last year I taught english to high school...
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New York University - Bachelors, French, Classics
Natalia: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...my bachelor's degree in social science teaching and a minor in Portuguese from Brigham Young University. I am currently a substitute teacher in Utah for grades K-12 and a history tutor for Brigham Young University. I have worked as a teaching assistant, teaching 3 weekly classes to 56 students and leading 3 more weekly reviews to another 60-150 students each week at BYU in the American history, economics, and political theory class called American Heritage....
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Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Social Science Teacher Education
Hanna: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...I have just finished my first year of college at The Ohio State University. I am majoring in Materials Science and Engineering and minoring in music. I have tutoring experience in math and Latin. My favorite subjects in school were chemistry and calculus. I have completed four years of Latin in high school including AP Latin and received the National Exam Gold Award all 4 years. I have also scored a 5 on nine different...
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Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
Libby: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...I was still in high school through my school's tutoring center. Since then, I've developed a passion for tutoring. I find a lot of beauty in topics from Mathematics to Literature to Latin, and I love finding new ways to explain complex topics to students. I have a degree in Aerospace Engineering with a minor in Math, but I also have an extensive background in Latin Language, standardized test preparation, grammar, and writing. I'm currently...
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University of Kansas - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
James: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...person has the right to an education, and I am happy to do my part to allow that to happen. Whether students are looking for revision, assistance, or clarification, I am eager to help them achieve their goals. I have a Bachelor and Masters degree in Latin and Greek, and have been tutoring individuals in those languages, as well as writing, history, and literature, for four years. I love learning, love teaching, and want to...
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University of Vermont - Bachelor in Arts, Greek and Latin
Christopher: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...consists of two kinds: a method used for language-learning and a method used for history. Both are relatively straightforward. For language study I follow the usual method of most classicists, focus on syntax and clause structure--in particular I find that understanding the clause structure of any language, ancient or modern, analytic or synthetic, is crucial in intuitively understanding the meaning of a sentence. In history I try to help students understand the "historical method" as...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Classics
Megan: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...sophomore at Amherst College, one of the nation's top liberal arts colleges. I am pursuing a double major in mathematics and philosophy - the combination of STEM and the humanities was a key reason why I chose Amherst and the liberal arts experience for my education. Ever since my freshman year of high school, I have been actively involved in tutoring. I have tutored elementary school students in Harlem in reading comprehension and vocabulary building;...
Education & Certification
Amherst College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Statistics
Elizabeth: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...working towards a bachelor of arts in classics and comparative literature at Wellesley College in Massachusetts. I've been tutoring in one form or another for four years, and I'm passionate about sparking joy in students for the subjects that have brought me so much fulfillment, as well as granting students autonomy over their own academic passions. I tutor pretty much anything related to English, history, and classics, as well as test prep for the relevant...
Education & Certification
Wellesley College - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
Mary Carolyn: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...freshman at Stanford University, where I intend to study Classics and Linguistics. As a homeschool student, I started studying Latin at a young age, and it quickly became my greatest academic passion. For several years, I competed in many Latin and Greek-related contests, winning national awards for my proficiency in the Classics. Early on, I started coaching and tutoring less advanced students, and found the experience both enjoyable and rewarding. Helping people understand and excel...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
Dennis: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...study physics, math, and computer science. I have done research about cosmic ray acceleration at supernova shock fronts in the Princeton University Department of Astrophysics, simulating how the turbulent plasmas push protons and ions. I have also worked at the Norfolk State University Department of Engineering, designing, simulating, optimizing, and building light filters for wavelength-division optical-electronic multiplexers. Another field I study is the mathematics of quasicrystals and aperiodic tilings, such as the Penrose tiling of...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Sean: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...undergraduate career at Columbia University, majoring in Classical Studies. That means a dead language--Latin--and a lot of history, philosophy, mythology, and the like. I love it; I love the way it makes me think and interact with language. The idea is to write in our own living language, and I'm currently finishing up that self-indulgent, semi-autobiographical first novel. I think it's great---we'll see if anyone else agrees. I attended the Brunswick School in Greenwich, CT...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Classical Stuides
Brendan: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...student at Marquette University. I am majoring in Mechanical Engineering and will be earning a bachelors as well as a masters degree in 5 years total. My focus on mechanical engineering and systems is due to my love of putting things together and drawing conclusions from physical representations. This was instilled at a young age as I had a deep love of Legos. My favorite subject to tutor is algebra. Algebra features so many of...
Education & Certification
Marquette University - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
Hayley: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...educator and writer, passionate about creating engaging lessons that are tailored for each of my students. As both a classroom teacher and a tutor, I have gained invaluable experience about how to help students, all the while learning so much about life from my students themselves. Besides tutoring, I make my living writing content professionally for several ed tech companies. Outside of work, I love to hike and play with my dog. I am a...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelors, Anthropology
Sarah: Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor
...in 2008, where I concentrated in Classics (Greek and Latin Language and Literature) with a Secondary Field in Dramatic Arts. After my senior year, I was awarded the Classics Department's Segal Fellowship for Travel and Research. I received my MA in Advanced Theatre Practice from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (University of London) in 2013 and previously completed the One Year Professional Acting course at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelors, Classics
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London - Masters, Advanced Theatre Practice
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If you are interested in working to improve your Latin language skills, Varsity Tutors can help by connecting you with skilled Latin tutors. Whether you're studying Latin in high school or college, learning a new language can be a challenge. If your goal is to read and write Latin fluently, it can be tricky to achieve with the typical instructional methodology of meeting with a class a few hours each week. For many students, it's important to look for other language resources to master a new language.
Learning any foreign language can help students improve their English skills, but this is especially true for those who learn Latin. As much as 50 percent of words used in English were derived from Latin origins. Studying Latin provides greater insight into common prefixes, suffixes, and root words used in English. Learning Latin can also help you increase your English vocabulary and grammar skills. A foundation in Latin can also make it easier to learn other Romance Languages that are derived from Latin, including Spanish, French, Romanian, Portuguese, and Italian.
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You might have been told that Latin is a dead language. This is technically true because it is no longer the native language of any country or culture. However, it is not an extinct language because it is still used widely in written form. It is both a liturgical and classical language. Liturgical languages are those languages that are used in religious practices. Classical languages are those languages with a significant collection of ancient literature. Other examples of liturgical and classical languages include Sanskrit, classical Arabic, Biblical Hebrew, Greek, and Classical Chinese. By learning to read Latin, you have increased access to literature, historical documents, and research materials from around the world.
Latin is an Indo-European language that originated with the people of the lower Tiber River. Latin has been spoken since around 753 BC and began playing a significant role in the recording of human history around 100 BC. It remained the primary language for Western academia until the 1900s and may still be required for students who wish to pursue degrees in classical studies, history, philosophy, law, and theology.
What skills can Latin tutoring help me learn?
Learning any new language can be challenging for many reasons. With other subjects that are taught in your native language, you already have a solid foundation in how the new skill will be taught simply by virtue of it being taught in a language you already understand. When you learn a new language, you have to learn the rules of that language before you can begin to study it in depth. Fortunately, Latin tutors can help you work through this process.
Learning a classical language is much different from learning a language that is still spoken today. It is impossible to use many of the tricks and tools other language learners take for granted, such as watching movies or television shows in the new language with English subtitles. However, this also means there aren't people around who can tell you definitively that you're mispronouncing words.
Latin tutors can help you with any aspect of your Latin language studies. Whether you are taking Latin as a foreign language or you need help deciphering the language as part of your studies in a related field, studying with a skilled private Latin instructor can help you work on developing your skills.
The rules of grammar and the basic structure of Latin may seem simultaneously familiar and frustratingly foreign for students. As mentioned previously, much of modern English is derived from Latin, so it is likely you will encounter prefixes, suffixes, and root words you're familiar with. However, pronunciation and many of the rules of grammar will be unfamiliar.
For example, there are seven noun cases in Latin and only three in modern English. These cases include vocative, genitive, albative, nominative, accusative, dative, and locative. Nouns can further be modified, or declined, by how they are used in a sentence. There are five ways this can be done, and each has a unique ending. Once a noun has been declined, it will have a total of twelve forms; two for each case other than locative, which is omitted.
Verbs are similarly challenging. Conjugation is the process of changing a verb in Latin. When this is done, there are six forms of the verb. An additional five factors can further change a verb; number, voice, tense, mood, and person. In total, each verb has 120 possible forms.
Some of the specific topics you may cover as part of your language studies include Latin grammar, syntax, verb conjugations, noun cases, declension nouns, personal pronouns, reading, writing, pronunciation, vocabulary, verbs, active and passive voice verbs, demonstratives, relative pronouns, and indicative, imperative, and subjunctive moods.
Latin tutors can also help you prepare for upcoming exams. Whether you have an AP Latin final approaching or you need help preparing for your Latin IV final, working with a professional instructor can help you maximize your test preparation efforts.
If all of the possible things a private Latin instructor can help you with have your head spinning, take this into consideration; the information above is only an overview of the immensity of learning Latin. Happily, when you work with a Latin tutor, you can focus on the specific topics, skills, and concepts you need to review.
How is working with a Latin tutor different from taking a class?
Taking a traditional Latin class is very different from working with a Latin tutor. The most significant difference is in the amount of personalized instruction that is available to you when you work with a private instructor. Classroom teachers must follow the curriculum outline of their class if they are to cover all relevant material before the course ends. They tend to deviate very little in the delivery method or content from one semester to the next. Unfortunately, the pace and instructional style of the teacher may not match your academic needs or learning style.
When you work with a private instructor, they can take the time to get to know you personally. They may make an effort to discover your learning style, academic strengths and weaknesses, language learning goals, and even areas of interest outside of school. This information can be used to create a custom learning plan that focuses on providing you with the knowledge and academic support you specifically need.
As your skills and goals change, your language sessions can pivot and change with you. When you are working with a private instructor, you are free to move from one topic to another based on your personal learning needs. This is something that is impossible in a typical classroom setting.
In a classroom, your teacher must focus on delivering the lessons, answering questions from many different students, and oversee any group or individual work that has been assigned. When you are working with a private instructor, you have their full attention. You can ask questions as they arise and receive real-time feedback from your private instructor.
Finally, there is a difference in scheduling. When you take a class, you are limited to a few narrow windows of instructional time. When you work with a personal Latin instructor, you can schedule your sessions throughout the week or on weekends during the morning, afternoon, or evening hours.
How can I get started with Latin tutoring?
There are two options for personal Latin tutoring; in person and online. Many people initially believe the only way to receive personalized instruction is if they are in the same physical location as their instructor. Of course, this used to be true, and it was difficult to find a private instructor to work with. It is also why private tuition was so costly. Today you can just as easily work with a highly qualified personal Latin instructor from anywhere in the country.
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