
Eric: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...specialist in a doctor's office, and full time as lead chemist in a food nutritional laboratory. I plan to return to academia next year to get my PhD in cellular biology. For me, education is a cornerstone to a successful life, and I want my student to achieve all they are capable of. I want to foster a safe learning environment, encourage questions, and have the student feel that comprehension is obtainable. My intention is...
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Colorado State University-Fort Collins - Bachelors, Biochemistry

Jim: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...fun. Throughout my career, I have had the benefit of great mentor/tutors and have always tried to do the same for others. Formally, I have taught students at the high school and college level in math and history (Rutgers University - PhD, 1988) and advised many others informally as a banking and investment professional (Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), since 1994). Recently, I have become a math tutor, mentor and substitute teacher in the Denver Public...
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Princeton/Empire State College - Bachelor in Arts, History & Social Theory
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - PHD, American History

Erin: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...ranged from spelling and mechanics with elementary and middle schoolers, to college essay organization, and test preparation with high schoolers. I spent time in college helping friends and classmates fine-tune extensive thesis papers, edit personal statements for graduate-level programs, and yes, even spelling and mechanics! As I am sure you have noticed, my passion and experience rests in tutoring reading and writing. I love writing, and I truly believe that everyone is capable of putting...
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University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature

Kayla: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...and high school students from a variety of English language backgrounds which drove me to pursue a TEFL Certificate and gain skills in improving content literacy. I very much enjoy bringing together literacy skills and data analysis practice to assist students in successfully approaching Standardized Test questions and expanding their critical thinking skills. I firmly believe that all students are capable and deserving of experiencing growth in their desired subject with the right guidance and...
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Creighton University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Notre Dame - Masters in Education, Secondary Education

Nick: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...my focus is on helping students understand the concepts and master the thought processes that lead to the right answer, rather than using rote memorization or oversimplified practice. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math and Physics, particularly Calculus (whose elegance made me love math again), but I'm happy to help with practically any high school class (the exceptions being History classes), test prep, or collegiate Math/Physics courses. In my free time I like to...
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University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, Physics, Math, Music

Lyndsy: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...drop-out retrieval program in Chicago, and I taught at-risk and underprivileged students ranging in age from 11-21 years at Ombudsman centers in Aurora, CO, and Omaha, NE, respectively. I also taught at an underprivileged public high school in Waukon, IA. While I am qualified to tutor many subjects, I most enjoy tutoring Writing, Reading Comprehension, and Language Arts Skills. In my experience, working individually with students and basing a tutoring program based on a student's...
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Iowa State University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Diana: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...on the syllabus or I can come up with our lesson plans by assigning challenging homework to enhance the students learning. I am also willing to provide a periodic assessments and progress reports. I can adapt the lessons to each individual student's needs and learning style and highly encourage students to be interactive in their learning as well and coming in with questions. Remember, there is no such thing as "stupid questions!" There are, though,...
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Colorado State University-Fort Collins - Bachelors, Microbiology
University of Colorado School of Public Health - Current Grad Student, Epidemiology

Tim: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...assignments in all subject areas. As an English teacher for more than two decades, I know the issues that most students experience as readers and writers. My extensive knowledge of American, English, and world literature, writing techniques, reading comprehension strategies, speaking skills, and grammar allow me to work with a wide range of students and issues. I love language, and am committed to helping all students find their voice and the power of the written...
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University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
University of Northern Colorado - Masters, Educational leadership

Christian: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...I think about teaching, I try to focus educating the whole student, not just improving their abilities in mathematics, but rather what is going to make them a well-rounded adult, that has the mental fortitude to work through difficult challenges. Many of my students leave my class with a strong understanding of mathematics, as well as a great depth of wisdom about the world around them. Having worked at the college level in the admissions...
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Canisius College - Bachelors, Adolescent Education- Math Concentration
Canisius College - Masters, Differentiated Instruction

Kelcey: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
I have 6 years of teaching experience in grades 6-12. Over the years I have taught everything from low level classes to AP Statistics. I have a passion for what I do and a love of math. I can't wait to use my passion and experience to help your student do their best, and feel proud of what they achieved.... To explain or demonstrate every topic in a way that reaches every student no matter where...
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Indiana State University - Bachelors, Math and Math Education

Dale: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...a person having a unique skill set and having different needs. Personally I believe it is important to build on strengths to overpower weaknesses, this also helps weaknesses or struggles be addressed even easier. I have a lot of experience tutoring informally for the fun of it to classmates, students that were underclassmen, and even family friends and relatives. When I am not learning more about math and science, I enjoy watching sports such as...
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University of Wyoming - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

John: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...the field of Math but also work with Science, English and Social Studies. This is my 5th year teaching in the South Chicagoland area. I chose a career in teaching because I have always had a knack for helping people understand difficult concepts. Since high school, I was always helping friends and classmates with homework and tests. My favorite part of being a teacher is seeing when "the lightbulb" turns on when someone finally gets...
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University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Mathematics - Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher

Emily: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...minored in Politics. Like most Liberal Arts Universities, I was required to courses in a variety of subjects which enabled me to hone my critical thinking skills. I even tutored some students in my Principles of Biology class since the Professor thought I was doing so well, though Biology is not my key focus as a tutor with Varsity Tutors. Prior to attending Willamette, I obtained the International Baccalaureate as part of my high school...
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Willamette University - Bachelors, Economics
University of Colorado Denver - PHD, Public Affairs

Laurie: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...a Bachelors in English Literature from the University of Illinois. I have a profound love of language, and am fascinated by the way we share our stories. I'm delighted to help with everything from test prep to writing skills and reading comprehension. When I'm not reading everything I can get my hands on, I like to go on adventures in Colorado and around the world. I've lived on four continents and love to explore as...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, English Literature
Colorado State University-Fort Collins - PHD, Education

Danielle: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
I have been a high school math teacher for the past 6 years, while tutoring on and off since 2006. During this time, I have taught Algebra 1 to Statistics to pre-calculus/trigonometry, including ACT math prep. I have had great success with all of my students including students with learning disabilities.... My philosophy is to really get to understand how a student's brain processes information, and then find ways to break down math content into smaller...
Education & Certification
Univeristy of Colorado at Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
University of Colorado Boulder - Master of Arts, Curriculum and instruction in mathematics

Doug: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...wish to go to college and graduate school. I enjoy tutoring because it's a great chance to work with individual students and help them with the specific skills they need to improve. I listen to my students, help them set realistic goals, and then push them. I find tutoring to be a lot of fun, and you too should have fun as we work as a team to improve your skills and increase your confidence....
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University of Arizona - Bachelors, fine arts
Denver University College of Law - PHD, Law

Corey: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
I have worked as a consultant, policy analyst, and educator in the U.S. and abroad. At this stage in my career, I'm changing paths to pursue a career as an educator and will earn a PhD in comparative political science, with an emphasis on the U.S. and European Union. I...... Refer to and reaffirm learning objectives and goals. Be intentional about breaks and, during down-time, pursue activities that reinforce learning objectives in dynamic ways.
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Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelors, Liberal Arts - French and Africana Studies
Northwestern University School of Law - Masters, J.D.

Joseph: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...of drills and memorization, but as a process of thinking logically. They taught not exclusively through by-the-book lectures, but through anecdotes and idiosyncratic metaphors which may have amused my classmates and I, but also aided our memories and our reasoning skills. Through high school and college, even while completing two unrelated Bachelor's degree programs, I began tutoring my own classmates, younger students, and even adult neighbors using a similar delivery style as my own teachers,...
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Truman State University - Bachelors, Mathematics, Theatre
State Certified Teacher

David: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the extraneous material and present themselves and their ideas honestly,...
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Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
State Certified Teacher

Max: Boulder ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Boulder, CO
...engineering, and mathematics. In addition to some one-on-one tutoring, I also helped to develop a curriculum that my peers and I taught to these students in the classroom. In college, I work with an organization called Peer Health Exchange as a Senior Health Educator. In this role, I travel to Chicago Public School classrooms and teach lessons about sex and drug education. I will also be serving as the Treasurer of the Honors College Advisory...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Biological Sciences
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