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Matthew: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...tutor subjects relating to the Humanities, such as Ancient Languages, History, and English Composition. My favorite subject to tutor is Latin, since I regard Latin as the most beautiful and intricate of the human languages. When tutoring I first ask for a copy of the course syllabus/schedule, assess the needs, goals, and expectations of the student in the course, and then set up a tutoring system that serves each student's specific situation.
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Sarah: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...increase behaviors that will help them to be successful in life. I love my job and working with children of all ages and will soon be applying to a Masters of Science program in clinical psychology. My past experience and current work have taught me that any student can learn any material no matter what her environmental, social, medical or academic background. In fact, my philosophy is to evaluate all of these factors and use...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, English
Tom: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...the same time for early cultures? Or that early arithmetical and geometrical proofs were found to exist in natural formations? I find that once connections and insights like the previous occur with the learner, passion begins to grow, and education no longer becomes a requirement, but a self-employed pursuit. In my spare time, I love expanding my knowledge of different artists in many different genres, always looking for my new favorite. I also enjoy spending...
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Thomas Aquinas College - Bachelors, Liberal Arts
Catholic University of America - Master of Science, Business Analysis
Matt: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
University of Virginia ('15) Environmental Science undergraduate with +5 years of tutoring and academic coaching experience in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, English, French, History, Math, SAT/ACT preparation, and Social Sciences.
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The University of Virginia - Bachelors, Environmental Science
Elizabeth: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...to find new ways of teaching for however a particular student learns. I think this flexibility and dedication to making school work as easy as possible for my students is my strongest attribute as a tutor. I am available to work up to thirty hours per week. Friday through Sunday I would generally be free to tutor at any time; on Mondays, I am available during the day, and on Wednesdays, I am available from...
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Occidental College - Bachelors, Biology, General
Max: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...to succeed can get when you feel like you have to face it alone. With my passion for writing, I can aid my charges in overcoming character limits and the discomfort of talking about themselves, allowing their personal statements to express their best selves in an eloquent and concise manner. For standardized testing, I can use my experience to provide tips not only to improve vocabulary, reading and math skills, but also about how to...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology and Philosophy
Courtney: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...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 skills you need to face future challenges. Outside academia, I love to read I work in a library, after all! Im also an avid journaler. I...
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Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
Abigail: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...policy. As an undergraduate, I was involved with a student organization that tutored students at a local 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 short creative writing...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
John: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
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...
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American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Grace: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...I am also certified as a test prep tutor for the SAT and the ACT, and I look forward to helping students succeed in standardized testing. As a college athlete, I understand that many students are committed to activities outside the classroom, and I pursue productivity and efficiency in every session to ensure that students are able to achieve their academic goals without compromising other priorities. I also understand that no two students are exactly...
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Johns Hopkins University - Current Undergrad, Writing Seminars
Sean: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...do well in academic settings and test-taking. Much of this success derives from long-hours devoted to assignments and preparation, but no small part owes to the way my mind learns. My mind is suited to books and the classroom, and this is a convenience for which I am very fortunate. I recognize, however, that every mind learns in its own way---a reality that institutional education cannot accommodate. I make it my priority to determine what...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Classical Stuides
Aneri : Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...of tutoring experience and experience tutoring elementary students all the way up to college students. Currently I am a sophomore at Cornell University studying neuroscience as my major and math as my minor. Even at college I have continued tutoring. I am on the E-board for our tutoring club. I also lead a study section for college students currently taking Comparative Physiology. For Varsity Tutors I tutor in the following subjects: biology, psychology, algebra, geometry,...
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Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Psychology
James: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...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; one of my motivations for tutoring is to do my part in that way. In my free time, I love playing piano, running, riding my bike, and learning languages. My strongest academic interests are languages and literature, math, and art.
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Humanities (focus on paleography); Math
Christopher: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...or synthetic, is crucial in intuitively understanding the meaning of a sentence. In history I try to help students understand the "historical method" as easily as possible through exposure to historical sources and understanding of their uses--I also frequently approach history 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...
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Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Classics
Jason: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...passionate about foreign languages, the humanities, and social sciences. I received four consecutive gold medals on the National Latin Exam when I was in high school, so I am eager to help students who are struggling with the subject. I also specialize in the areas of English-language writing, grammar, and reading comprehension. I have wanted to be a teacher from a rather young age, and I am grateful to have the chance to help dedicated...
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Vassar College - Bachelors, Drama (education minor)
CUNY Graduate School and University Center - Masters, Linguistics
June: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...in a mollusk model. I participate in hackathons and robotics challenges that test not only my programming ability but also my hardware skills as a tinkerer. My engineering pursuits require a strong foundation in mathematics, my interest in the life sciences calls for a myriad of memorization techniques, and my participation in the academic world at large reminds me daily of the importance of sharp writing skills. I hope to share some of these things,...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Ruth: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...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.... Learning is most effective...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
Josh: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...English, and general writing and editing for a number of years. I had the chance to hone my editing skills in publishing internships with science fiction/fantasy publisher Tor Books in downtown NYC. My tutoring style is based on the belief that each student comes to a problem or subject from a different angle. The trick is not only to find the approach that works for the student, but also to boost the student's own investment...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science, Classics
Emelen: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...I really love my subject -- including both the systematic study of classical languages and the fascinating cultures into which these languages offer a window. So, as a tutor, I look forward to sharing with my students both my passion and my expertise. In addition, I am an avid reader and rigorously trained writer, and can offer tutoring in English (including the verbal sections of the SATs, the SAT II, and the AP exams), and...
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University of Oxford - Bachelors, Classics (Literae Humaniores)
University of Oxford - Masters, Classics (Greek and Latin Languages and Literature)
Kerry: Los Angeles Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Los Angeles, CA
...my life around, keeping me from following in the footsteps of my two brothers. I dont know why it took me so long to realize I was born to be a teacher, particularly after the stellar example in Dr. King of what a teacher can mean in a childs life. Other people predicted a teaching career for me as early as high school, and I knew I wanted to work with young people, but I...
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Excelsior College - Bachelors, Classical Language and Literature (Latin)
University of Phoenix - Masters, Educational Studies
University of Phoenix (ABD) - Doctor of Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Private In-Home and Online Latin Tutoring
Receive personally tailored Latin lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with in-home and online tutoring that offers flexible scheduling and your choice of locations.Contact Varsity Tutors if you need a Los Angeles Latin tutor who can help you or your student have a more convenient way of learning the language. We recognize that working professionals and students alike have busy schedules, and traditional ways of learning a language might not be the most attractive option. With Los Angeles Latin tutoring, you can pursue your Lantin studies even while juggling work, school, and other personal obligations.
How can a Los Angeles Latin tutor near me help me work towards fluency?
Modern Romance languages like Spanish, Italian, and French came from Latin. English speakers can also have an easier time learning Latin since many English words originated from it. However, it can still be challenging to learn since there are peculiarities about the language that English speakers might not be able to immediately grasp.
For example, in English, we use the SVO or Subject + Verb + Object word order (Ex. The man bites the dog). But Latin can use different word orders like SOV, OVS, etc. Latin Learners must carefully examine the end of words in order to understand the meaning of a sentence. Studying with Los Angeles Latin tutors can help you have a deeper understanding of these sentence patterns and other aspects of the language in immersive, one-on-one sessions. In your lessons, you'll receive 100% of the attention of your teacher, so you can ask questions and practice what you've learned while getting instant feedback. This immediate response and personalized attention are hard to match in a classroom set-up.
You'll also be able to learn Latin following a customized study plan when you study through Los Angeles Latin tutoring. Traditional courses must follow a strict curriculum and the instructor must also make sure to maintain a pace that can cover the topics that need to be covered for a particular session. If you feel you need to spend more time and need extra help on certain Latin topics like gendered nouns, inflections, and adjective-noun agreement, you can do that during your one-on-one private lessons. Your instructor can assess your current level of knowledge during the first few meetings and design a customized study plan based on your learning needs. You can skip topics you already know and dedicate your lesson time to the ones that you still need to work on.
It can also be easier to learn new topics when you study with your Los Angeles Latin tutor. That's because your teacher can determine your strengths, weaknesses, and unique learning style and then adjust his or her teaching methods accordingly. Some students learn a language faster if they hear a word or expression several times rather than reading it on a book or text material. Others might prefer to look at a vocabulary list and write sentences in order to remember new words they've learned. You and your instructor can work on a variety of exercises that leverage your natural learning style. This can make studying Latin more fun, interesting, and effective.
Aside from working with you on grammar and vocabulary, Los Angeles Latin tutors can also help you speak Latin more fluently. During your private lessons, you can have more time to practice your speaking skills, learn common expressions, and pick up the nuances of the language while listening to a fluent speaker. This can be hard to experience in a classroom where you need to keep up with the pace of the lessons and compete for time with other students.
How can I fit time with Los Angeles Latin tutors into my schedule?
If you're worried about how you can fit your private language lessons into your busy schedule, then you'll be glad to know that we can find you a teacher who is not only qualified and experienced in teaching Latin but also available to meet you on your requested schedule. With this flexibility, you or your student can now learn Latin more conveniently.
The Los Angeles Latin tutoring is designed as something you can attend either online or in person. For online lessons, you can choose which time you want to study and where you want to set-up your study area. As long as you have access to a reliable internet connection, you can attend your lessons. You'll meet your teacher on our proprietary Live Learning Platform where you'll communicate using video chat. There is a virtual whiteboard that your teacher can use when writing important points or reminders about the Latin language such as pronunciation, adjective agreement with a noun's gender and number, and other topics like common phrases or the history of Latin. The platform also lets you watch recordings of your previous lessons, which is a very useful feature if you want to review a word's pronunciation or any other topic you discussed with your teacher. Studying online makes it possible for you to gain the language skills you want without leaving your home or disrupting your daily routine.
For in-person lessons, you can also choose what time you want to study and where you want your teacher to meet you. It can be at your home, office, a café in your area, or at public libraries such as the West Hollywood Library or the Central Library.
You should also know that you can combine private instruction with online courses if you would like to experience the unique benefits of both types of instruction. We offer Latin courses with a wide range of course times within a given day. You can study in the morning, afternoon, or evening together with other enthusiastic Latin learners. The courses have new sections that start on a rolling monthly basis, so you can easily enroll in the section and course time you prefer.
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Recent Tutoring Session Reviews
Today, I mostly worked with the student on learning the forms of hic and ille for her quiz tomorrow. She worked on memorizing the charts for each of the pronouns, and then I produced some forms of various third declension nouns for her to pair with the proper forms of hic and ille, as she will be asked to do on the quiz tomorrow. It took some time for her to get all the forms down, though she generally got to the right answer after a lot of thinking. After we'd spent a while on this, we did some more practice with translation, as she tries to assimilate some of the advice I've been giving her on analyzing sentences before translating, and looking for the structure of and relationship between sentences.
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Reviewed topics covered in previous sessions for the most part due to the 2 week gap between meetings - these included basic noun declensions and present tense verb conjugations, as well as prepositions and adjectives; added 3rd declension adjectives and constructed small sentences to practice with these forms.
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The student and I reviewed chosen verbs representing four conjugations, and chosen nouns representing five declensions, as assigned. The student showed a good command of most conjugations, and of the first declension noun "puella," which he was able to decline correctly. We reviewed the forms of the second, third, fourth, and fifth declensions (the nouns representing these declensions: puer, miles, fructus, and res). The tutor suggested different methods for remembering the forms, including recitation. Then, finally, we translated and analyzed a basic sentence. He has two or three more sentences to translate/analyze, providing the necessary vocabulary. We discussed how a thorough knowledge of forms (declensions, conjugations) facilitates translating and understanding Latin syntax.
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Reviewed some vocabulary from earlier chapters, reviewed case endings, and some grammar (ablative absolutes, participles, and infinitives). The student needs to be practicing everyday and must focus a bit more on vocabulary as well as grammar.
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We started off the first session by assessing the material that the student already knew. Once I knew that she had been working on the first declension and first conjugation for verbs I took a few practice sentences from a book that I had brought and we delved into the grammar for each word to produce a faithful translation. The three main focuses were: pronunciation, grammar, and translation of the text. The student made good progress in understanding of the first declension and the first conjugation
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As this was our first session back, I had planned to take things slow to focus on re-establishing my rapport with the student, but he was very eager to work with me again so that proved unnecessary. He has a quiz on Wednesday covering material from unit 8 in his class (vocabulary and use of the ablative case), so we focused on his study materials to prep for it. He worked through vocab and grammar reviews with no problems and I anticipate that he'll ace his quiz this week. I left him a few sentences to translate which should also help reinforce uses of the ablative for the quiz.
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