...training other students through my job at an on campus multimedia lab space. I have also helped develop lesson plans and organize events for different experiential learning opportunities, often for younger students, and I currently serve as a peer mentor. These experiences have reinforced my love for teaching and helping others better understand concepts, develop new skills, and gain greater confidence. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I mainly focus on math and science,...
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I graduated from Oberlin College in 2013 with a degree in music and have been playing piano since the age of 5. I am familiar with a number of techniques, including the Taubman-Golandsky methodology. I enjoy teaching music theory, history, and how to play by ear.
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I am a recent college graduate that is really excited to be part of your learning! Learning is definitely not easy - subjects didn't come easy to me! So I'd love to be able to help you out and get to where you need to be! I am patient, kind, diligent and focused, relatable, and understanding. Hope that I can help you in any way I can!
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I am a passionate educator with a degree in special education as well as a math minor. I believe all students can learn and strive to meet their needs by following their learning styles and interests.
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...with students in music theory. I believe we thrive as performers when we fall in love with music. Music theory is just a way of better understanding (and thus better loving) the music we perform. In my professional life, I am also an academic life coach and advisor, as well as a graduate programs administrator. I love to write and have been published both under my own name and under a handful of other pen...
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...life sciences and social sciences to music and statistics. Jessica is most passionate about Biology, Environmental Science, and Marine Biology. As a previous International Baccalaureate (IB) student, she enjoys helping other IB students thrive in the program by equipping them with the study skills and organizational tools to be successful. She is passionate about learning and greatly values the importance of making content relatable. During her time tutoring student athletes, she frequently used metaphors and...
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...possesses the inherent capacity for greatness. My main role as a tutor is not to impose rigidly, one size fits all standards or methods onto the student. My role instead is to help each individual student tap into their own unique greatness to hopefully ignite in each one of them the joy of being lifelong learners. I don't consider this just a job. I consider it a privilege to play a small part in helping...
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...a computer programmer at a financial software company for 2 years. Last year, I travelled to Hong Kong to tutor SAT and other subjects to high-achieving students who were planning on attending college in the US. My other teaching experience includes beginner's English lessons provided through a church and an after school tutoring program for at-risk middle school students. For me, the most important thing in working with a student is that the student enjoys...
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...geology, literature and music. After graduation, my travels led me to numerous jobs that covered a wide range of backgrounds from working on nuclear reactors and oil rigs as a scientist, to Disney World for a time. My last job before I had my babies was as a substitute for both of the school districts in my hometown. While I hadn't ever taught before, I was surprised to discover how much I enjoyed it....
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Every student deserves an opportunity to succeed, and I understand that each person has a different way of learning. I am patient yet demanding, gentle yet firm. I look forward to seeing that "Aha!" look in students' eyes!
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Hi! My name is Tara and I have been tutoring for about 5 years. I completed high school with credits from Harvard University, University of Florida, and AP classes. I am currently a junior at New York University (NYU) and tutor at the NYU Writing Center. I can't wait to work with students and help them to progress their skills and expand their knowledge of the plethora of subjects that I offer tutoring for.
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I am a classical musician and fantasy/ sci-fi novelist with over 5 years of teaching/ tutoring. I give music lessons, and tutor writing/ English. I absolutely love working with students and seeing them improve over time with their musicianship, writing skills and creativity. I create unique lesson plans that cater to the individual. As an artist and novelist, I like to take a unique and fun approach to teaching.
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I would love to tutor any student that is in need in help. I know many people are not online learners, so i would like to take the time and break the material down to something anyone can understand :)
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Hi. I am an experienced social studies teacher who loves helping students reach their goals. I also try and make the subject as relevant to your life as possible. I can teach in a variety of ways so I can customize the experience to meet your needs. I hope to hear from you!
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...with a Bachelor of Arts in Music Theory and Composition. I've been teaching guitar and songwriting for the last year and a half and love helping my students achieve their unique goals with a solid musical foundation. I took Music Theory I-IV in high school as well so I'm long familiar with the big ideas and pain points that come up while learning. I strive to teach in a way that's simple enough that students...
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Hello, I am Ash Burdick! I am passionate about Music and about learning and growing. I love sharing my passion of piano and music with others, and would love to help you find what makes your heart happy.
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...Tutors for All, and have tutored Latin to students at the Boston Latin School, Boston Latin Academy, and Boston University Academy. I believe adapting to the individual students' personalities and learning style. Presenting topics in a personal and engaging manner is of utmost importance in tutoring. In addition to teaching, I enjoy playing tennis, table tennis, a variety of other sports, hiking, camping, reading, and exploring museums and art galleries. For more information about my...
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...help with content mastery, but also to help others enjoy becoming lifelong learners themselves. I have just graduated with my Master's degree in viola performance from Carnegie Mellon University, having earned a Bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University. I am a musician by training, but I enjoy seeking knowledge in all subjects, and sharing that knowledge with anybody who will listen. In particular, I love to tutor writing, because the tutoring process encompasses both the...
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Hello, I am Ms. Glenn. I have a Bachelor's in Music Education from The University of Texas at Austin. I have experience teaching subjects related to music such as theory, composition, and instrumental lessons. Specialty in brass and some woodwind experience. 15 years on trumpet at the professional level.
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...of Phoenix and USF with an education degree and a communications degree. I am passionate about learning. I believe the most important skill for success is to become and remain a life-long learner. I have hands on teaching experience from Pre-K through adult learners. I believe every student WILL experience success if their educators practice active listening and adaptive teaching techniques. My goal is to find out how YOU learn and adapt my process to...
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Music is all around us. We can relax to it by curling up with a pair of headphones, dance with thousands of people at a rock concert, or even catch faint riffs as we walk up and down the aisle of the grocery store. Music theory puts tones together, creating organized sounds. Humans have been making music for thousands of years, first vocally, and then with instruments of their own making.
Music theory generally explains the ideas behind music and helps us to understand it as a process. It gives words and explanations to the mechanics behind the notes that make us feel and experience the sounds. Music theory is especially helpful to learn if you have an interest in composing or arranging music.
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Here are some of the subjects covered while studying music theory with your tutor:
The development of a strong sense of melody, rhythm and harmony - the three major elements of music
They history of music theory, starting in 600 B.C. with the mathematician Pythagoras developing the system of the octave scale
Music through the ages, covering the Medieval era, when music became prominent in the church, all the way through to the modern age
Other important musical terms, including pitch, consonance, dissonance, chord, timbre, scales, form, expression, notation, and modes
Music analysis, perception, cognition, genre and technique
Staffs, clefs and time signatures
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