Award-Winning SAT Tutors in Vermont

...Laude with my Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Gender and Women???s Studies, so I understand the importance of promoting mathematical literacy in groups who are traditionally underrepresented in the STEM fields. Through my roles as a teaching assistant and peer mathematics tutor, elementary ESL teacher in France, AmeriCorps Service Learning and Mentoring Specialist, and...

...my mentor teachers was fond of saying, "Teach the child, not the subject", meaning that the student comes first - before the curriculum, before the test scores, before the tutor. I've learned to incorporate this ideology into my own teaching practice by differentiating instruction for each of my students. I develop a rapport, meet students...

...a devoted reader, whose interest spans a large number of subjects. In college I was a natural science major (chemistry, physics, biology) but growing up I always excelled in English class. As a tutor, I think the most rewarding achievement is when you help a student transition from perceiving a subject as impossible and chore-like...

...a doctorate in education and teaching certifications in history, biology, and chemistry. I can tutor a broad range of subjects but am most enthusiastic about world history, psychology, and biology. Students come with all kinds of learning styles, interests, and topics that give them trouble. I enjoy working with students and getting to know what...

...past. I also teach Personal Finance to high school students. I have experience teaching reading and writing at the elementary level as I spent two years teaching at the primary level. I received my Bachelor's Degree from Plattsburgh State University in Upstate New York, and my Master's Degree from the University of New England in...

...NCLEX preperation, I have designed a specialized, Case-Study approach (100 Case Studies covering a broad range of Pathophysiologies). I'm prepared at this time to help those looking to take the New-Gen NCLEX!! I pride myself in having a broad range of specialized knowledge in healthcare, medicine and business. For each of these specialized areas my...

...Mathematics. After graduation, I intend on attending graduate school to pursue a PhD in Materials Science. I tutor math and physics, and my favorite subjects to tutor are Calculus and Physics 1. Throughout my education, I have found myself serving as a resource for my peers by helping them to understand difficult concepts, supplementing the...

...worked at an internship in financial consulting (banking advisory & analytics), and have previously held internship positions in human capital consulting & private equity, as well as in patent law. My interests are widely varied and eclectic - pro baseball (Go Mets!), Broadway theater, American public policy & politics, global affairs, and public economics.... I believe strongly in developing conceptual understanding before procedural mastery. There's nothing more satisfying for a student than getting a concept, enabling...

...to be able to perform academically at their highest possible level. I also think it is important that learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include...

...techniques. Kelsey has experience working with students of all ages and a wide range of subjects through her vast tutoring and editing background; she had worked as a lead tutor at a math-focused center for students ages 5 to 18, had individually tutored numerous students on college entrance exam preparation, and has worked professionally as...

...also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and test prep are the subjects I'm particularly passionate about...

...When I'm not teaching, I enjoy pretty much any activity that gets me outside, especially if that outside happens to be in the woods or near the beach (I am from Florida after all...). While outside, I usually find myself running (again, in the woods if possible), reading, or attempting to channel my inner-Ron Swanson...

...students, an SAT Math instructor, and a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) tutor for college students. I believe my strongest subject to tutor is Standardized Test Prep (SAT, ACT, and GRE). Performing well on these tests can truly bolster a student???s application for undergraduate or graduate education, and I truly enjoy helping him or...

...and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, and I really enjoy helping students with Critical Reading and Writing portions of Standardized Tests. I love working with...

...high school classes. I now tutor a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, writing, Spanish, and Algebra. I am particularly passionate about preparations for standardized testing, including the SATs and AP exams, and helping students through the college application process. My hope is that the support I provide to struggling students will empower them...

...I have helped friends and family increase their performance in math ever since I was in the 8th grade. I feel that any student can achieve anything if they are equipped with the correct tools and skills. I work well with others, and I can connect with almost anybody. I am a natural leader. I'm...

...is wrong and how to arrive at the correct one. I specialize in essay writing, elementary-high school math skills, college admissions essays, and test preparation. I am confident that by tailoring personalized learning sessions to individual student needs and giving students the resources and skills they need to succeed, any student can ace their next...

...the Western canon, greatly influenced by great thinkers and writers of the past such as Plato, Virgil, Aquinas, and Anselm. I love to read and to discuss what I've read, and I heartily appreciate a good philosophical argument. Extracurricularly, I write musicals, one of which premiered at Yale last year, and attend Yale Political Union...

...lesson I've learned as a tutor is to first step back and let a student tell me their goals, show me how they take in information, and point me in the direction of the challenging areas. With this information, I can help students build their own learning and testing strategy to accomplish their goals.... There is always more than one way to learn a concept or approach a problem; it's just a matter of figuring out...

...performance allowed me to attend both Rice University and the University of Texas at Austin, the latter at which I earned a 3.7 GPA, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, and a Bachelor of Arts in English. As for pertinent work experience prior to Varsity Tutoring, I have tutored middle school aged children in...