Palak: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...a 4th grade student and a kindergartner student, focusing on reading and writing. Working with a different aged group of children one on one was a total different experience. Teaching these kids and learning from their enthusiasm was a big life lesson. I realized how different it was tutoring a young child vs. an older one and how teaching needs to be adapted to meet those ways. For example, including a fun activity for elementary...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelors, Biochemistry
Quinnipiac University - Current Grad Student, Doctorate of Medicine
Nicholas: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...in computer science and biology. Early on in high school (Maggie L. Walker Governor's School graduate), I discovered a passion for helping others and I now have had hundreds of hours of tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects including chess, computer programming, math, and SAT prep. In addition to the subjects previously listed, I would also tutor Spanish and chemistry as they are subjects I am comfortable with. Outside of academics, I enjoy...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Biology, General
Heather: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...that sounds, it's true!). My primary experience is with SAT prep, as one of my summer internships in college was to start an SAT tutoring company in my hometown of Ephrata, PA. My students improved their test scores an average of 200 points after meeting for 6-8 sessions with me! Aside from that I've always helped my babysitting charges and younger siblings with countless hours of homework. I love helping all levels and I enjoy...
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Villanova University - Bachelors, Economics, Spanish
Amber: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...graduate degree in Linguistics and Playwriting. I love the English language and focus my tutoring on those areas. I think that communication is key in the learning process and that the most important part of learning is getting the student to retain that knowledge for other areas of his or her life. I am to find ways that make the concepts easy to understand, and as such, easy to remember in the future. I enjoy...
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Christopher Newport University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Elizabeth: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...Health, concentrating in Social and Behavioral Health Sciences and Epidemiology from Virginia Commonwealth University. Since graduating from my Masters program, I have been working towards earning a doctorate in Clinical and Translational Sciences, concentrated in Psychiatric, Behavioral, and Statistical Genetics. While enrolled in my current program, I have had the opportunity to be a teaching assistant for graduate students studying statistics and genetic epidemiology methodologies. I also spend time volunteering at a local elementary school,...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelors, Foreign Affairs
Virginia Commonwealth University - Masters, Public Health
Anna: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...and Interpretation. I have also volunteered as a Spanish medical interpreter as well. Currently, I am a student of the Academia Buenos Aires, where I went to school for three months last year and stayed with an Argentinean host mother in order to improve my language skills. Because of my experiences of a being a Spanish student, I place a strong emphasis on error recognition and believe that my becoming more aware or the errors...
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Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, Music Performance/ Spanish Translation
Carla: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...the mom a 15 month old baby girl and the wife of my loving husband. I am all about learning and exploring new disciplines of study. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering with a special interest in web applications development. One of my biggest passions in life is to see others succeed and reach their goals. This is why I enjoy tutoring and helping in the community in one way or another....
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Virginia State University - Bachelors, Computer Engineering
Colleen: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...Studies, with a minor in Latin American and Iberian Studies, graduating Summa Cum Laude. I am currently pursuing my teacher's license, through the University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies. I also work in the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) at University of Richmond, as a Fellow for Educational Programming and Mentoring. I have been tutoring since I was in high school, from my own siblings and fiends to clients in school-based...
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University of Richmond - Bachelor in Arts, Leadership Studies & Political Science
Kailee: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...students to understand the language as a whole. I have been a Spanish tutor for 4 years and I truly enjoy helping students reach their goals academically. I find that expanding vocabulary helps students to express themselves more clearly, breaking down grammar helps the students correctly insert verbs and conjugations into their sentences, and introducing common phrases or greetings helps students understand the cultural values of different Spanish speaking countries. It is my personal goal...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Spanish
Mac: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
Languages have always been my best subject, and I find that in class I am able to help kids with the material when they don't understand what the teacher is saying.
Education & Certification
Washington and Lee University - Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Romance Languages (French and Spanish with a French emphasis)
Jeremy: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...with a BA in History, a minor in Latin American Studies, and a minor in Linguistics. I have a International Baccalaureate degree from Oscar F. Smith high school. I love history and foreign languages, Spanish and French in particular, and am always excited to meet students. To me, tutoring is an enjoyable way to transmit a love of learning in a setting that is comfortable and helpful to the student. Please contact me if you...
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College of William and Mary - Bachelors, History
Steven: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...My majors were History and Spanish. I chose to study these two subjects because I enjoyed them! I studied Spanish for 9 years, in both college and high school, and I studied various eras of History while in college. I believe that with my understanding of these two subjects, I will be able to help students better understand their courses and schoolwork by finding creative ways to help them relate to the material. I look...
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James Madison University - Bachelor in Arts, History and Spanish
Brittany: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...have worked the majority of my professional career in some capacity with children. I taught K-2nd in daycare and prepared those students in the summer for the next grade. I also have experience working as a tutor for students in the 2nd grade helping out during their math lessons. I currently work in a middle school where I offer support services and manage a caseload of students struggling in different areas. I help tutor some...
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Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Michael: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
I am currently working on my Master's degree in Applied Linguistics. Ultimately, I want to teach college level Linguistics, but I have been tutoring for a long time. I enjoy teaching and helping people to better understand things.
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelors, Linguistics
Old Dominion University - Masters, Applied Linguistics
Manuel: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
I am a native Spanish speaker. While living in Honduras I worked in two organizations for orphaned children. I taught religious studies and music. I was also a youth leader at my church. Personally, I feel that education is one of the best gifts you can receive. I'm currently a student at Virginia Commonwealth University. I'm working on getting my degree in Spanish and then hopefully getting my Masters in Education.
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Spanish
Julia: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...UVA with a Master of Teaching degree. I also hold a B.A. in Hispanic Studies from William & Mary. I have worked with students of all ages, from age 5 to 75, teaching both Spanish and ESL, the subjects I tutor. I take a student-centered and communicative approach to language teaching and always have a growth mindset towards my students. Outside of academics, I enjoy practicing and instructing yoga, and love to incorporate mindfulness into...
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College of William and Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Hispanic and Latin American Languages
College of William and Mary - Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Laura: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...been teaching Spanish for eight years. My education at Georgia State University and my teaching experience with younger kids allowed me to enhance my teaching techniques and implement engaging activities, which facilitate all styles of learners. I have had the wonderful opportunity to instruct a diverse group of high, middle, and elementary school students, including those who performed below-, on-, and above grade level. Also, in my free time, I have tutored adults who want...
Education & Certification
Georgia State University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish Teacher Education
Elizabeth: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
I am a sophomore at the College of William and Mary majoring in Government with a potential minor in Sociology. I've always been eager to help others learn, whether that was helping my classmates in high school work through assignments they were struggling with or my younger brother succeed during virtual school. I am always committed to maintaining a positive attitude, and my main goal is to see students succeed!
Education & Certification
College of William and Mary - Bachelor in Arts, United States Government and Politics
Hannah: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...of subjects, I am most passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). I have experience teaching technology skills to residents of a senior living facility, teaching STEM concepts to elementary and middle school-aged children, and coaching soccer for U9-10 girls. My goal for our tutoring sessions is to help my students become excited about learning and empower them to feel confident in their abilities to succeed in their education. In my spare time, I...
Education & Certification
College of William and Mary - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Abril: Richmond Spanish tutor
Certified Spanish Tutor in Richmond, VA
...born in Mexico and have lived in the United States almost half my life now, so I am fully fluent in both Spanish and English. I also studied Spanish in college and got a certificate in translation and interpretation, all from Virginia Commonwealth University. Two years after my graduation, I have achieved my dream of becoming a state certified court interpreter in the state of Virginia. I'm also an assistant teacher at a full immersion...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, Spanis
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