I am a graduate and current Master of Arts student at UMBC. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English Communications with an Art History Minor. Thereafter, I was accepted into the University's accelerated BA/ MA Texts, Technologies, and Literature program, which explores the way various texts interact including digital, academic, and functional everyday use and challenges students to bridge the gap between literature and communications studies. My thesis research focuses on students' learning and study habits, especial of English writing and composition, and the implementation of tools that encourage "basic" students towards higher education.In my own experience, I have struggled with motivation, but have been fortunate enough to encounter caring and dedicated educators that have worked with me to discover the habits that enable me to feel more capable and self-sufficient. Previously, I was curious and creative but undisciplined, and since, I've learned to take control of my education to be the most efficient scholar I can be. I'm a proponent of figuring out one's strengths to work through their weaknesses. I'm good at reflective praise and constructive criticism. I'm very easy going and friendly, and want knowledge to be a shared experience. I want to provide productive expertise and encouragement to use a student's learning style to complete tasks and develop self-confidence.My strongest study areas are English grammar and composition, writing and editing for college essays, vocabulary and reading literature comprehension, and Art History. The area I am most knowledgeable about is Modernism, but my favorite is non-Western art, especially public and resistance art. I am patient in explanation, and feel confident communicating an idea a variety of ways, or employing a range of materials to make the subject clearer. My strength is finding practical ways of applying knowledge, and breaking down large tasks. I am very encouraging for students that feel overwhelmed or anxious about managing school. My goal is to approach education as a collaboration of learners that can improve one's quality of life and enable change and progress, and help students become more independent learners through questioning and improving study skills.My personal professional interests include writing short fiction and memoire, editing, copyediting, curatorial work and art criticism. In my spare time, I particularly enjoy visiting art and history museums, drawing, painting, jewelry making, watching documentaries and foreign films, pizza, and dogs, but especially my Chihuahua Skeeter.

I am eager to help students thrive because I'm still very much a student myself, and will be for the foreseeable future. Though I enjoyed my time as an undergraduate student in Literature, and learned quite a bit during my time at Vanderbilt, there's still more work to be done. I am working towards a Master's degree, and will continue on from there.Though I am more than happy to help where needed anywhere from K-12, I am most experienced with test prep tutoring. The SAT and ACT tests can be an extremely stressful event for students, especially first time test-takers, so I do my best to go beyond the material covered by the tests and prepare students for the experience of taking the test itself, so that when the day comes, they are confident and prepared to tackle whatever challenges rise up before them.The way that I teach generally falls in line with the way that I learn best myself: discussion and collaborative explanation. When approaching difficult material, lecturing at a student leaves much to be desired. I aim to help them arrive at conclusions and realizations on their own by building on material with which they are already comfortable and confident, and working together towards a solution rather than giving the answer and expecting it to simply be memorized.Outside of academic pursuits, I enjoy many creatively-focused hobbies, primarily writing, acting, and even juggling! I am thankful for the opportunity in my time at Vanderbilt to combine all three into an annual show that not only brought smiles to the faces of a campus, but had the chance to reach out into the Nashville community and make a difference.

I am a graduate of Covenant College where I earned a B.A. in English & Music. Following graduation, I worked as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Republic of Georgia. Among other responsibilities while there, I tutored middle and high school students in English and writing as well as teachers in computer literacy and professional skills. After my service, I received an M.Mus. in Music Composition from Houghton College, where I tutored undergraduates in music theory and volunteered at a local high school where I tutored and mentored at-risk teens. I'm currently working on a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of the People, a global online education development initiative.I enjoy tutoring across the spectrum of subjects, though I get most excited about Literature, Writing, and developing an individual's capacity to learn. I seek to personalize each student's educational experience, as I believe that learning happens best when a student is engaged and takes ownership of her/his learning. My hobbies include writing music, writing words, travel, long walks, acquiring degrees, and helping people.

I am a graduate of the University of Central Missouri, where I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration Accounting emphasis. After working in the accounting field, I went on to pursue a career in education. I graduated with a Master of Arts in Elementary Teacher Education and a Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Phoenix, and a Master of Science degree in Educational Leadership from Western Governors University. Upon receiving my teaching credentials, I became an elementary teacher and literacy coach and then was promoted to become an elementary principal. I also obtained certification as a K-12 special education teacher and worked as a special education director and teacher.Throughout my career, I have tutored all subject areas in grades K-6 as well as reading, writing, and math in grades 7-8. As an avid reader and writer, I am most passionate about tutoring reading and writing. I love watching students grow as readers building a lifelong passion for reading, and the natural progression in their writing. I also enjoy teaching math and helping students build number sense and confidence in their mathematical abilities.As a passionate educator, I strive to share that passion for learning with students and fellow adult learners. Helping students understand how the learning applies to real life and discovering connections between topics is inspiring and motivates the heart and mind to learn even more. Building learning relationships with students is always gratifying. I enjoy learning as much from my students as they hopefully do from me!

My name is Lena Constable and I am a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh, with degrees in Environmental Science and Political Science and a focus in American Politics. This fall I will be attending Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University hoping to attain my JD and pursue a career practicing environmental law.My experience as a Undergraduate Teaching Assistant has prepared me to help students working on personal statements for college and graduate school. This technical writing experience has provided me the skills to help student gain confidence in their writing skills as I have worked to teach undergraduates creative, technical, and professional writing technics. Beyond having experience with essay editing and writing I have worked one-on-one with student to develop their job application materials this being LinkedIn profiles, resumes, and cover letters. The job application process can be intimidating but with my experience working with students a little guidance can go a long way in making students feel confident in applying to positions they are qualified for and hopefully one day get their dream job. Lastly, as a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh with a major in environmental science I have become an expert in environmental science related materials and would love to help students navigate the material in AP Environmental Science as well as other related classes.

I graduated from Boston University in 2013 with a BA in Cultural Anthropology. What drew me to Anthropology was my interest in people, a passion that has drawn me towards tutoring.I have extensive tutoring experience assisting students of a wide variety of ages. Throughout my undergraduate studies, I tutored adult immigrants in English. Throughout these years I also tutored children ages 6-13 in elementary and middle school studies including math, science, social studies.I am proficient in Elementary School Math, Middle School Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Biology, AP Biology, Biochemistry English, European History, Social Science, Social Studies.My teaching philosophy is simple: I believe all students are capable of understanding any topic of study. My job as a tutor is to help facilitate this understanding by building student confidence. I do this by taking complex topics, breaking them down into simple pieces and then reassembling these pieces to give a big picture perspective. All the tools needed for students to succeed are already within them, my duty is to help my tutees utilize them.

Even when I was a student, I knew I wanted to help others learn. I love to see students understand a new concept and to grasp new skills. I teach with compassion and patience, and with the belief every student is capable of improvement.

My current tutoring subject is English. This includes reading, writing, language arts skills, SAT prep, organization skills, and ESL.I have previously taught English at the high school level (9th grade and 9th-grade HONORS, 10th grade and 10th-grade HONORS, and 11th grade).I have previously taught summer school and tutored students who needed writing assistance and SAT practice. I got my Bachelor's degree from Eastern Michigan where I recently finished my Master's degree in creating curricula and designing instructional strategies.I love reading and writing which allows me to bring a passion for it to my students and their learning. The best part about my job is creating positive relationships with my students which creates a positive learning experience.

I am a public school reading teacher in the elementary grades. I have a passion for educating young people and guiding them to academic success, either in or outside of the classroom. I have experience as a classroom teacher and a private tutor, in subjects that range from Reading and Writing to History and French. In my opinion, the path to obtaining a good education is formed by hard work, diligence, persistence, and an open mind. I work on a daily basis to instill these qualities in my students and tutees. I also believe that forming meaningful relationships with my students creates an environment in which learning is the goal. In my spare time, I enjoy running, golf, reading, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.

Hey everyone! My name is Ben. To tell you a little about myself, I was a former community and technical college mathematics instructor for a few years.Activities I enjoy doing in my spare time are playing chess, piano, video games, reading, watching Hulu, Netflix, sports, and listening to music.I look forward to working with you soon! :)

I am a graduate and current Master of Arts student at UMBC. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English Communications with an Art History Minor. Thereafter, I was accepted into the University's accelerated BA/ MA Texts, Technologies, and Literature program, which explores the way various texts interact including digital, academic, and functional everyday use and challenges students to bridge the gap between literature and communications studies. My thesis research focuses on students' learning and study habits, especial of English writing and composition, and the implementation of tools that encourage "basic" students towards higher education.In my own experience, I have struggled with motivation, but have been fortunate enough to encounter caring and dedicated educators that have worked with me to discover the habits that enable me to feel more capable and self-sufficient. Previously, I was curious and creative but undisciplined, and since, I've learned to take control of my education to be the most efficient scholar I can be. I'm a proponent of figuring out one's strengths to work through their weaknesses. I'm good at reflective praise and constructive criticism. I'm very easy going and friendly, and want knowledge to be a shared experience. I want to provide productive expertise and encouragement to use a student's learning style to complete tasks and develop self-confidence.My strongest study areas are English grammar and composition, writing and editing for college essays, vocabulary and reading literature comprehension, and Art History. The area I am most knowledgeable about is Modernism, but my favorite is non-Western art, especially public and resistance art. I am patient in explanation, and feel confident communicating an idea a variety of ways, or employing a range of materials to make the subject clearer. My strength is finding practical ways of applying knowledge, and breaking down large tasks. I am very encouraging for students that feel overwhelmed or anxious about managing school. My goal is to approach education as a collaboration of learners that can improve one's quality of life and enable change and progress, and help students become more independent learners through questioning and improving study skills.My personal professional interests include writing short fiction and memoire, editing, copyediting, curatorial work and art criticism. In my spare time, I particularly enjoy visiting art and history museums, drawing, painting, jewelry making, watching documentaries and foreign films, pizza, and dogs, but especially my Chihuahua Skeeter.

I am eager to help students thrive because I'm still very much a student myself, and will be for the foreseeable future. Though I enjoyed my time as an undergraduate student in Literature, and learned quite a bit during my time at Vanderbilt, there's still more work to be done. I am working towards a Master's degree, and will continue on from there.Though I am more than happy to help where needed anywhere from K-12, I am most experienced with test prep tutoring. The SAT and ACT tests can be an extremely stressful event for students, especially first time test-takers, so I do my best to go beyond the material covered by the tests and prepare students for the experience of taking the test itself, so that when the day comes, they are confident and prepared to tackle whatever challenges rise up before them.The way that I teach generally falls in line with the way that I learn best myself: discussion and collaborative explanation. When approaching difficult material, lecturing at a student leaves much to be desired. I aim to help them arrive at conclusions and realizations on their own by building on material with which they are already comfortable and confident, and working together towards a solution rather than giving the answer and expecting it to simply be memorized.Outside of academic pursuits, I enjoy many creatively-focused hobbies, primarily writing, acting, and even juggling! I am thankful for the opportunity in my time at Vanderbilt to combine all three into an annual show that not only brought smiles to the faces of a campus, but had the chance to reach out into the Nashville community and make a difference.

I am a graduate of Covenant College where I earned a B.A. in English & Music. Following graduation, I worked as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Republic of Georgia. Among other responsibilities while there, I tutored middle and high school students in English and writing as well as teachers in computer literacy and professional skills. After my service, I received an M.Mus. in Music Composition from Houghton College, where I tutored undergraduates in music theory and volunteered at a local high school where I tutored and mentored at-risk teens. I'm currently working on a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of the People, a global online education development initiative.I enjoy tutoring across the spectrum of subjects, though I get most excited about Literature, Writing, and developing an individual's capacity to learn. I seek to personalize each student's educational experience, as I believe that learning happens best when a student is engaged and takes ownership of her/his learning. My hobbies include writing music, writing words, travel, long walks, acquiring degrees, and helping people.

I am a graduate of the University of Central Missouri, where I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration Accounting emphasis. After working in the accounting field, I went on to pursue a career in education. I graduated with a Master of Arts in Elementary Teacher Education and a Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Phoenix, and a Master of Science degree in Educational Leadership from Western Governors University. Upon receiving my teaching credentials, I became an elementary teacher and literacy coach and then was promoted to become an elementary principal. I also obtained certification as a K-12 special education teacher and worked as a special education director and teacher.Throughout my career, I have tutored all subject areas in grades K-6 as well as reading, writing, and math in grades 7-8. As an avid reader and writer, I am most passionate about tutoring reading and writing. I love watching students grow as readers building a lifelong passion for reading, and the natural progression in their writing. I also enjoy teaching math and helping students build number sense and confidence in their mathematical abilities.As a passionate educator, I strive to share that passion for learning with students and fellow adult learners. Helping students understand how the learning applies to real life and discovering connections between topics is inspiring and motivates the heart and mind to learn even more. Building learning relationships with students is always gratifying. I enjoy learning as much from my students as they hopefully do from me!

My name is Lena Constable and I am a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh, with degrees in Environmental Science and Political Science and a focus in American Politics. This fall I will be attending Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University hoping to attain my JD and pursue a career practicing environmental law.My experience as a Undergraduate Teaching Assistant has prepared me to help students working on personal statements for college and graduate school. This technical writing experience has provided me the skills to help student gain confidence in their writing skills as I have worked to teach undergraduates creative, technical, and professional writing technics. Beyond having experience with essay editing and writing I have worked one-on-one with student to develop their job application materials this being LinkedIn profiles, resumes, and cover letters. The job application process can be intimidating but with my experience working with students a little guidance can go a long way in making students feel confident in applying to positions they are qualified for and hopefully one day get their dream job. Lastly, as a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh with a major in environmental science I have become an expert in environmental science related materials and would love to help students navigate the material in AP Environmental Science as well as other related classes.

I graduated from Boston University in 2013 with a BA in Cultural Anthropology. What drew me to Anthropology was my interest in people, a passion that has drawn me towards tutoring.I have extensive tutoring experience assisting students of a wide variety of ages. Throughout my undergraduate studies, I tutored adult immigrants in English. Throughout these years I also tutored children ages 6-13 in elementary and middle school studies including math, science, social studies.I am proficient in Elementary School Math, Middle School Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Biology, AP Biology, Biochemistry English, European History, Social Science, Social Studies.My teaching philosophy is simple: I believe all students are capable of understanding any topic of study. My job as a tutor is to help facilitate this understanding by building student confidence. I do this by taking complex topics, breaking them down into simple pieces and then reassembling these pieces to give a big picture perspective. All the tools needed for students to succeed are already within them, my duty is to help my tutees utilize them.

Even when I was a student, I knew I wanted to help others learn. I love to see students understand a new concept and to grasp new skills. I teach with compassion and patience, and with the belief every student is capable of improvement.

My current tutoring subject is English. This includes reading, writing, language arts skills, SAT prep, organization skills, and ESL.I have previously taught English at the high school level (9th grade and 9th-grade HONORS, 10th grade and 10th-grade HONORS, and 11th grade).I have previously taught summer school and tutored students who needed writing assistance and SAT practice. I got my Bachelor's degree from Eastern Michigan where I recently finished my Master's degree in creating curricula and designing instructional strategies.I love reading and writing which allows me to bring a passion for it to my students and their learning. The best part about my job is creating positive relationships with my students which creates a positive learning experience.

I am a public school reading teacher in the elementary grades. I have a passion for educating young people and guiding them to academic success, either in or outside of the classroom. I have experience as a classroom teacher and a private tutor, in subjects that range from Reading and Writing to History and French. In my opinion, the path to obtaining a good education is formed by hard work, diligence, persistence, and an open mind. I work on a daily basis to instill these qualities in my students and tutees. I also believe that forming meaningful relationships with my students creates an environment in which learning is the goal. In my spare time, I enjoy running, golf, reading, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.

Hey everyone! My name is Ben. To tell you a little about myself, I was a former community and technical college mathematics instructor for a few years.Activities I enjoy doing in my spare time are playing chess, piano, video games, reading, watching Hulu, Netflix, sports, and listening to music.I look forward to working with you soon! :)