
David: Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
...very open-ended. The most important thing for students is to learn how to read critically and form an argument. To that end, every tutoring session will involve us looking at passages, talking about the main idea, the techniques the author uses, how to figure out the author's tone and intent, and going over any words that are unfamiliar to you. On top of that, we'll review what you're studying in class; I'll happily help you...
Education & Certification
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor of Science, Economics
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Studies

Elisabeth: Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
...to use that material and apply it to their learning for years to come. It is important to me that each student makes academic goals and that I help achieve those goals so that every student feels successful and well equipped to handle material on their own. I think that it is crucial that students also learn what resources they have available to them when a tutor or teacher is not available, and how to...
Education & Certification
The University of Vermont - Bachelors, Psychology
SUNY at Albany - PHD, Clinical Psychology

Victoria: Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
...keeps their attention. I have a love of books that I always aim to pass on to the student through reading a variety of different texts. I am cheerful, enthusiastic and committed. I convey this into my teaching by creating positive relationships through communication, trust and respect with students and parents. I thoroughly enjoy teaching and remain totally committed as it gives me fulfillment and a sense I am making a different in a student's...
Education & Certification
South Bank University London UK - Bachelors, Primary School Teaching (Education) B.Ed (Hons)

Sean: Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
...help people achieve their educational goals and succeed in an academic setting. I first began substitute teaching in the 1990s and felt like I was really making an impact on students' motivation to learn. I completed my student teaching in Spanish in 2003 at East Hartford High School (Connecticut). Soon thereafter, I began working for a private company as a tutor for students with special needs, as well as those with English as their second...
Education & Certification
The College of Saint Rose - Bachelors, Spanish
Central Connecticut State University - Masters, Special Education

Patrick : Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
...an active duty infantry officer in the United States Army. This experience gave me tremendous opportunities to travel, meet new people, and challenge myself in ways that I never before imagined. I am grateful to have returned home and look forward to all that Albany has to offer. My wife and I are avid patrons of the outdoors and we are intent on hiking all 46 of the Adirondack high peaks. We also enjoy snowboarding,...
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelors, Spanish Literature

Barry: Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
...The idea of time and time travel is fascinating to me. I also like to read books that take a classic story and re-imagine them into different contexts, places, and times. I am currently reading "Cress", the third book in the Lunar Chronicles series by Marissa Meyer. "Cress" is based on the story of Rapunzel and is woven into the previous novels "Cinder" (based on Cinderella) and "Scarlet" (based on Little Red Riding Hood). In...
Education & Certification
Hofstra University - Bachelors, Natural Science (Concentration in Mathematics)
University of Florida - Masters, Business Administration and Management

Shachi: Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
...and levels of students. I have always had a passion for sharing my knowledge and that is what I hope to do as a tutor. I am an experienced test preparation tutor. I have run my own rigorous test preparation classes and have proven methods to improve scores. Furthermore, I have experience tutoring high school students in Math, Science and English. I have completed Multivariable Calculus at the college level and several college level biology...
Education & Certification
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Current Undergrad, Biology- Accelerated Physician Scientist Program
Albany Medical College - Masters, MD

Corinna: Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
I'm a former NYC high school teacher with a master's degree from Pace University's School of Education. I have also worked as a college tutor, a high school mentor, and a teaching assistant in New Orleans. I have experience with a wide range of ages and abilities and am passionate about getting to know the strengths and challenges of each student. In my spare time, I love to read, bike, and try new recipes.
Education & Certification
Bard College - Bachelors, Human Rights and Written Arts
Pace University School of Education - Current Grad Student, Adolescent Special Education

Merit: Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
I'm a recent graduate of Case Western Reserve University, having studied Spanish and Theater! Other interests of mine include sewing, writing, directing, and reading, in addition to working on theater productions and practicing my Spanish language skills.
Education & Certification
Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Samantha: Albany County Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Albany County, NY
...an educator is it important to get to know each and every student. Creating fun and engaging lesson plans based on their interests, and needs will help students achieve their goals. I believe in modeling and guiding students through their weaknesses will allow students to become more comfortable when working independently. I am currently an elementary teacher, as well as a summer school teacher. I have tutored /taught students from incoming kindergarten to 6th grade.
Education & Certification
SUNY College at Old Westbury - Bachelors, Childhood education 1-6
St. Johns University - Masters, TESOL and Literacy
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