
Mike: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...a career in education during which I worked as a teacher, curriculum director, and Principal for over 14 years. Additionally, I have taught Martial Arts both in the military and to civilian adults and children. I have always had a passion for teaching and helping people be successful in their lives and wish to continue...
Education & Certification
Excelsior College - Bachelors, Liberal Arts-BS
American Public University System - Masters, Education-Supervision and Administration

Erica: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...math and reading--I love to guide a student who initially struggled to meet and exceed expectations! Outside of my direct work with students, I have coordinated a math tutoring program that placed K-12 math tutors into local public schools. I have also served as a Crisis Services Supervisor at the National Runaway Safeline (NRS). At...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature

Ruth: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...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...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies

Abigail: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...K-8 school who were struggling with reading and writing. My student was thirteen years old, and most of the resources for his reading level were aimed at students much younger. In order to keep him engaged, I had to get creative. We would practice reading comprehension using the sports section of the newspaper, and did...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics

Kerry: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...could see the obvious. I was a perpetual student for a long time, directionless and underperforming because I had no goals. Once I got in front of a classroom, though, I felt Id come home; it was only when I knew I was a teacher that I found focus as a student.... I instruct students with the goal of molding lifelong learners. Of course, I want my students to leave with a mastery of the content,...
Education & Certification
Excelsior College - Bachelors, Classical Language and Literature (Latin)
University of Phoenix - Masters, Educational Studies
University of Phoenix (ABD) - Doctor of Education, Curriculum and Instruction

James: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...freshman at Yale University, hailing originally from Seattle in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. I believe that education is one of the most fundamental aspects of a society's wellbeing, and that it is the duty of those of us who have been graced with the advantages of a good education to give back in some way;...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Current Undergrad, Humanities (focus on paleography); Math

Samuel: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...in both Classical History and advanced Latin. I am qualified and able to tutor many subjects outside of my major, but I excel in all math up to Calculus I, most sciences including Physics I on the college level, Biology I and II on the college level, and introductory Chemistry. My primary subject is Latin...

Matthew: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...medieval Scholasticism to contemporary issues in bioethics and law. I believe that tutoring is not only about the transfer of knowledge between the tutor and the student, but also a transfer of skills, which would help the student learn how to find the answer himself or herself and to solve whatever academic problems come his...
Education & Certification
The University of St Thomas - Bachelors, Philosophy
The University of St Thomas - Masters, Philosophy

Emma: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...come up with strategies to get to the answer for themselves; the goal is to make myself unnecessary in a way. My strengths (in school and tutoring) are in foreign languages including Latin and humanitiesexpect a very enthusiastic tutor especially if we are talking about Shakespeare! I also think it is important to try and...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, Security Studies

Russell: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...more importantly, in my pursuit of the sciences and humanities I have not just mastered two different types of content; rather, I’ve mastered two different ways of thinking. Because I understand both the way a strong humanities student might think and the way a strong science student might think, I’m able to ‘translate’ for students...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Chemistry & Classics

Mary Carolyn: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...students. I hope to alleviate this stress and help students succeed. When tutoring, I learn about the student's strengths and weaknesses, which I then use to create a unique method of learning for each person. I am ready to work at whatever pace is necessary for the student to fully grasp not only the right...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Classics

John: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...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...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama

James: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...every 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...
Education & Certification
University of Vermont - Bachelor in Arts, Greek and Latin

Bradley: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...these fundamentals of the language. Though I went on to earn a degree in Latin and Greek literature in college, I really think my passionate interest in this subject was nurtured and allowed to thrive because of the extremely solid foundation I received in Latin grammar from one outstanding high school teacher. I hope to...
Education & Certification
University at Buffalo - Bachelors, Greek and Latin literature

Jessica: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...area. While standardized learning programs are often necessary and beneficial (particularly for entrance exams), it is always my goal to teach holistically, addressing the needs and assets of each student as an individual. As an undergraduate at Swarthmore College, I studied philosophy and political science, specializing in ancient philosophy and political theory. I also hold...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Harvard University - Master of Arts, Theology

Dennis: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...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 rhombuses. Outside of school I play the trombone and piano, and enjoy hiking and bicycling. I teach first aid skills and lead camping trips for...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Current Undergrad, Physics

Christopher: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...from a so-called "bottom-up" or microhistorical approach, which I've found in teaching Roman Republican history can be very useful for students in understanding how a society functioned, which is crucial for their understanding of causality of events. These methods of approaching teaching in these particular subjects served me well during high school and now as...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Classics

Zach: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...certainly consider academic prowess important for the success of any instructor, I would say the most important skill set I have developed over the course of my lifetime is that of adaptability. If a tutor can adapt him/herself to the mode and manner of thinking of another, the tutor as well as the tutor's audience...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Paula: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...far too much memorabilia. I also play professional ultimate frisbee. I've been playing since college and they just formed women's pro teams this year, and yes, you read correctly, pro ultimate frisbee. In other words, I get paid (peanuts) to chase plastic. Other things I enjoy are reading a great mystery, watching Netflix, playing Xbox,...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology; Communication Studies

Courtney: Jacksonville Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Jacksonville, NC
...I tutor a wide range of subjects, such as ACT prep, math, writing, Spanish, and Latin. Whether the math section of the ACT is making you nervous or you need some extra help keeping up in Spanish, I am confident that together, well figure out how to meet your current academic goals and develop the...
Education & Certification
Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
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If you're in need of a Jacksonville Latin tutor for yourself or your student, Varsity Tutors can help you get set up with a high-quality instructor. Latin is technically a dead language, but its legacy lives on in the world around us. We see its reach in the English language every single day, and it serves as the basis of the Romance languages spoken globally. Ask anyone working in law, medicine, scientific research, and theology, and they'll tell you that Latin vocabulary is an integral part of their professional vernacular. If you're ready to invest in sharpening your linguistic skills, working with a Jacksonville Latin tutor can be a wise choice.
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