...I am dedicated to giving multiple explanations of each concept until that happens. If you are a student with test anxiety, I've struggled with that in the past as well, and I am happy to give some coping strategies to help you perform your best on test day! If you are looking for homework between sessions, I'd be happy to select practice assignments in between our sessions. I will do the problems alongside you. This...
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Hi there! I am excited to use my knowledge to help you. I graduated from law school among the top of my class and scored in the 90th percentile on the bar exam. I have tutored numerous individuals in various topics, from political science and literature to bar prep.
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...Law, History and Politics. I see students learn a lot when we work on writing and study skills as well as the reading comprehension and analytical reasoning portions of the LSAT. I always take an individualized approach with everyone I work with. This means we work to figure out what works best for you, since everyone has different learning styles. I'm very motivated, but have a great sense of humor - and if we're working...
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...cum laude graduate from the University of Tulsa. I came back to Tulsa after finishing a Congressional internship in DC. While in Tulsa I studied to retake the LSAT for several months and improved by 12 points. I know from personal experience what it takes to improve your LSAT score. I will help you organize a study plan, avoid the mistakes I once made, and master the Logical Reasoning and Analytical reasoning sections.
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...specialized in College Algebra and essay composition, but worked on many other subjects as well, including organizational skills and study habits. After a year of working at the college I started at the local high school in an AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) class. There I worked with sophomores on whatever trouble spots they were having in their classes. After college I was hired as live-in tutor for a homeschooling family with two high school...
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...from Brooklyn College. Studying for the LSAT means using intense focus to chew through this difficult test. But you need certain tools to even get a purchase. With my powerhouse analytic mind I can teach you them and with my artists sensitivity I can hold space for the stresses of the journey. Your scores in the reading comprehension, logical reasoning and games sections will rise and doors at powerful law schools will open to you.
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...Law. I've studied abroad in Scotland, Australia, and Switzerland, and I love to travel. In law school I tutored privately for the GRE as well as served as a teaching assistant for Civil Procedure. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, but my favorites are Writing and Editing as well as the English/Verbal portions of standardized tests. In my free time, I enjoy reading genre literature, volunteering, and learning to cook with new ingredients from...
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...teach helped me to succeed over my two decades as a student. I graduated with honors (B.S. Journalism) from the University of Wisconsin. While working as a reporter, I prepared for the LSAT on my own using nothing more than a stack of practice exams. I scored well enough to land a scholarship to Lewis & Clark Law School in Portland, Oregon. After graduating cum laude, I joined the Oregon Bar in 2013 and clerked...
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...Math and Literacy at urban Los Angeles elementary and middle schools. I have also tutored students for the No Child Left Behind Act, as well as peers and students in Writing and the SAT. As a law student, my critical reading and writing skills are strong, and I can help students to be confident in these areas as well. I have also tutored Math and enjoy teaching Algebra and grade school math. My passion for...
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...education and encourage those who wish to further their education. I am a product of years of academia that has positively impacted my life by liberating me in ways I could not imagine. My success and confidence, which I am grateful for, result from my hard work in school. I am a proud student and educator, and I hope to aid, inspire, and enable my students to be successful in all aspects of their lives.
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...kind that fits exactly when you need it to, adopting animals, and I am a huge college football fanatic. I love traveling to places that are the opposite of the expected, those that have yet to become tourist attractions. I do have one degree I have yet to finish: Life; and, class is in session every moment of every day. I am constantly learning, yes, from books but this degree in Life and its experiences...
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...in 2023. I have a B.A. in political science and history from Brescia University. During school I worked as a tutor, research assistant, and was an editor on a law journal. I have been a non-profit attorney, providing civil legal services to low-income clients, since 2023. I love working with folks from all different backgrounds! I love helping clients and students reach their goals. I am also neurodivergent and understand the obstacles that can pose...
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...to work with people. I was also accepted to medical school after college. In addition, I worked as a Research Assistant at the Institute for International Economics in Washington DC for two years. Also, I volunteer with the Pima County Environmental Education Department. I assist with leading nature walks and presenting educational programs to school children. I seek to share my passion for learning. My joy is when the lightbulb goes off in the student...
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...LSAT performance. I believe that with any standardized test, the key is to eliminate the fear factor by prepping for the unknown. Through practice and learning key techniques, I work with students to replace that fear with a strong belief in their own preparedness. When I am not working, I am a voracious reader, a fisherman, and a bit of a movie nut. I also like to work with my hands and can often be...
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...grasp the material but also develop a deeper understanding of the subject matter. As a tutor, my goal is to empower my students to excel academically and professionally. Whether it's demystifying financial principles, preparing for professional certifications, or guiding aspiring professionals towards their career goals, I am committed to providing personalized guidance and support every step of the way. Through a dynamic and interactive teaching approach, I strive to cultivate a stimulating learning environment where...
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...While there, I worked for a test prep agency helping students prepare for the SAT and the LSAT. In 2003, I moved to Richmond. I worked with the Virginia Department of Taxation for 7 years doing policy work and assisting with the legislative process. In 2011, I began working for Bryant and Stratton College, where I taught students in the Paralegal Studies program. I loved helping my students prepare for new careers. I can't wait...
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...helping students prepare for and meet career goals. I particularly enjoy teaching the more complex subjects, such as the LSAT analytical reasoning and the GMAT quantitative comparison. I know how difficult some of this material can be because I have worked very hard to master it myself! Due to my time spent studying foreign languages (Spanish, three Mayan languages, Middle Egyptian) I am also very good with writing, rhetoric, grammar, and style. When not teaching...
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I have a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Pennsylvania in Political Science and a J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. I am a member of the Illinois Bar. I have been a legal editor for many years and I have spent a good deal of that time helping editors develop their writing skills. I am an avid reader and I follow politics very closely. I also enjoy Zumba.
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...told me unequivocally that I should teach writing. This conversation was a turning point because someone else believed that I could help others learn to write. That day, this same professor (who served as my division chairperson) walked me down to the writing lab and introduced me as a new writing tutor to the center director. From the time that I tutored my first client in developmental writing, I knew that I needed to teach,...
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...a lot of experience tutoring and being qualified educationally; I am also a funny, outgoing, goodhearted and friendly person. I love to build personal relationships with my clients, which makes me unique in that each tutoring session is structured around the individual needs of my student. However, although I am friendly and fun I also am fairly strict and rigorous in my tutoring style- (my mom always told me that one day I would appreciate...
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LSAT Essay Section Tutoring FAQ
The decision to apply to law school requires numerous hours of preparation, studying, hard work, and dedication. This leap can be overwhelming and exciting, but also frustrating. Among the many skills and tasks you will need to accomplish, one of the most important is reviewing for and taking the Law School Admission Test. Even if you feel confident in the reasoning skills and analytical abilities that are tested on the exam, it is not uncommon for students to remain apprehensive about the LSAT Writing SLE, a test of expression, or essay section. Composing a compelling essay in the format of the LSAT prompt, within the limited time available, poses a unique challenge to many test-takers. However, you are not on your own. If you find yourself struggling to bolster your writing skills, an LSAT Essay tutor may help tremendously.
Experienced tutors have the tools and expertise to help you enter your exam with confidence. Whether you would like to restructure your ideas or put them to paper in a timelier manner, your tutor can build an individualized study plan to meet your unique objectives. One-on-one LSAT tutoring allows you to progress at your own pace, ensuring a thorough mastery of the necessary skills and a strategic attack on your weakest areas. Instead of asking students to write on a given subject, the LSAT Essay prompt involves a specific scenario. Test-takers are given a mere 35 minutes to respond to the prompt and address the scenario at hand. The LSAT Essay section is used to evaluate students' abilities in organizing a compelling argument using reliable logic and clearly expressed thoughts. Law schools look for a simple argument that is presented in a clear and compelling way.
Although your essay will not be formally scored, schools utilize the essay section to develop a sense of your writing skills. In the field of law, communication skills are absolutely essential in order to achieve success. A subpar essay on the LSAT can be a red flag to universities that an applicant is not adequately prepared for the rigors of law school. Despite its importance, the LSAT Essay section can pose a conundrum for students attempting to prepare. Objective self-evaluation is extremely difficult when critiquing an essay, and you can easily overlook logical fallacies and errors in reasoning when revisiting your own writing. Working with an instructor provides you with a partner to help review your skills. Private LSAT tutoring can focus on helping you structure your essay, remind you of common pitfalls, and prepare you to write concisely and clearly in a short period of time. You can expect your sessions to be productive, enriching, and easy to follow. Tutors will also steer clear of repeating or going over any material that you have previously learned and mastered. Instead, the focus of each session will be on covering the concepts you are struggling with.
A personal instructor can also provide you with the confidence, time management, and writing skills you will need for the LSAT Essay section. Each tutoring lesson is tailored to your learning style and goals, allowing you and your private tutor to focus on your individual growth and success. Flexible scheduling also means you can fit lessons into your already busy life. Should you need a session on a particular day or time of day, your tutor will accommodate you. Face-to-face online instruction is also available upon request, and has been proven to be just as effectual as in-person instruction. Contact the educational directors at Varsity Tutors today for more information about connecting with the perfect independent LSAT Essay tutor for you!
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Recent LSAT Essay Section Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I practiced a analytical reasoning and logic games section. We attempted to increase his accuracy in logic games and his ability to pick out details on certain types of logical reasoning questions.
Today the student finished going over the three main types of logic games. We started going over the final grouping games that the student had worked on without me. We worked on another game together just to solidify how to do these games and how to pick up on inferences. We then started on grouping/linear combination games. The student did very well so we moved on to sequencing games. We did a drill practicing how to set up these kinds of games, and then moved on to some games themselves.
We went over a practice test that the student had completed prior to the session. We also did various logic games together, and we reviewed the tips for various types of logical reasoning questions.
Today we worked predominantly on logic games. This was our last session before their test. They seem prepared overall. Their timing is good and so is their accuracy. At this point, it will depend on the difficulty of the test and the curve.
Provided an overview of the LSAT sections, including time management advice. Administered a mini LSAT exam to highlight strengths and weaknesses. Student progressed with her understanding of Logic Games section.
This was our first session together. We went over a number of questions in a logical reasoning section that the student had worked on previously, and then proceeded to practice on a fresh set of logic games. We also began to discuss the broad strokes of a study schedule for the next two months.
