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Jasmine: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...my stuffed animals, creating and grading worksheets for them. Throughout school, I continued to take every opportunity to assist friends and classmates. Now, in graduate school, I have had the opportunity for training in teaching strategies and philosophy, as well as hands-on work assistant teaching undergraduate psychology courses. I find that I am best at teaching test taking strategies, particularly for the SAT and GRE, and I excel at English focused tasks. Apart from teaching,...
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Northern Arizona University - Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Verbal: 790
GRE Verbal: 163
Daniel: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...term in AmeriCorps. SPECIALTIES: I tutor in many subjects: most HS subjects, test prep, and college general education, as well as high-level coursework in social sciences, history, philosophy, and other humanities. I can serve as a single, long-term tutor for students that need support in several subjects. I consider myself an "expert generalist," which is a rare specialty at the college level. I enjoy working with students with learning differences. For example, students who need...
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Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Cameron: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...helping people along the road to that understanding in geometry. My love for writing comes from a similar place, though from the opposite side. I was a terrible writer in middle school, but one writing skills class in high school changed me from a D level writer to a B+/A- level writer and the IB program only made me better. I love tutoring writing skills because I want to help others as much as that...
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University of Arizona - Current Undergrad Student, Spanish
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Writing: 790
Zaskia: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
Hello! My name is Zaskia Villa and I'm studying Marketing and Film and TV at the University of Arizona. I love being creative, as my hobbies include writing, singing, dancing, and producing short videos. If you're interested in enhancing your public speaking skills or even just want me to edit an essay, I will do my best to guide you!
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Elaine J.: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...and not least, the ease of access to supplemental materials are additive to what I and your other teachers/family can provide. I give notes to student and parents, each tailored to improvement, but also, to DOCUMENT work and ACHIEVEMENT. I make sure to do this because I want there to be triangulation between what the family can know and have documented for the unity of perspective in occurrence for every session. This is what I...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, English/Sociology
Duke University - Master of Arts, English
Amanda: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...a passion for wildlife and education! I spent four years volunteering at the Oregon Zoo teaching kids about animals, and spent last year teaching students at an environmental center. My favorite aspect of teaching is seeing the students become excited and intrinsically motivated to learn. Through my studies, I have had the opportunity to learn about and work with students with a range of different abilities, backgrounds, and learning styles. I strive to provide educational...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Education
Michelle: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...always enjoyed learning, and I look forward to an opportunity to help others expand their knowledge and find confidence in academics. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in biology in 2011 from the University of Nevada, Reno. As an undergraduate, I worked as a peer tutor for three years in science, math, and English. During the same time, I was a teaching assistant for an introductory biology course. Since graduation I have worked as a molecular...
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University of Nevada-Reno - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
GRE Verbal: 165
Sarah: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...teaching have always been a passion of mine. I attended North Greenville University in South Carolina and achieved a degree in Elementary Education. I did my student teaching in 2nd Grade and my first year of teaching in 5th Grade Math and Science. Since then I have been moving around as a military spouse so I have been subbing and tutoring. I am originally from Memphis, TN, but I have lived in South Carolina, Mississippi,...
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North Greenville University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Gregg: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...math classes, and I use them to tutor students. I also have a broad range of interests, studied linguistics for awhile, and did a summer program in scientific Russian in Novosibirsk in the USSR in 1989. I have certified to teach high school level math and the first year courses in earth science and biology. I have since had years of tutoring at the University of Arizona, the University of Texas. My first secret for...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Astronomy and Physics (double major)
Elisa: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...at finding creative ways to communicate difficult concepts through the use of digestible metaphors and examples. Additionally, I am able to maintain a laid-back and positive atmosphere with students, in which I can correct their mistakes and guide them to the correct answer without them feeling judged or penalized. I appreciate that every student has a unique learning style and is capable of excelling if given the proper tools. In my free time I enjoy...
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Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Dance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 780
Dr Shira: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
I am passionate and committed to education.
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Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Hospitality Administration and Management
California University - Doctor of Philosophy, Organizational Leadership
Jennifer: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...individuals provides me with a broad foundation which I feel strengthens my ability to work with my students. My enthusiasm and positive attitude are characteristics consistently mentioned by my administrators as well as peers. My teaching approach is very student centered and hands on. I am a confident communicator and value the opportunity to work closely with the family as well as the classroom teacher if applicable. When I am not working as an educator...
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University of Denver - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Lesley College - Masters in Education, Masters of Education
Sophia: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
I have two master's degrees in geography, and an undergraduate degree in history. I specialize in research and organizational skills for older students, and confidence-building for younger students.
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University of Vermont - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Kentucky - Master of Arts, Geography
Gabby: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...behavioral, emotional, academic, and life goals one step at a time. This past year I taught 1st/2nd grade at the Peaks school. I was very successful with using different techniques such as differentiated centers, projects and adapted lessons to meet each student at their level and interests. I also won the 2016 Sustainability in Education Award for a unit I created that involved the local Community Supported Agriculture and setting up our schools' first greenhouse....
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Northern Arizona University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Theresa: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...students with IEPs or 504 plans in my classes at every academic level. I pride myself in breaking down difficult texts (Shakespeare! Beowulf! Chaucer! Milton!) so that students find them approachable. I enjoy being able to work one-on-one with students who benefit from specific strategies and extra instructional time, particularly due to dyslexia and/or ADHD. In my experience, encouragement can make a world of difference when students struggle with a subject, no matter what the...
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Clemson University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Citadel Military College of South Carolina - Master of Arts, Education
Julia: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
Life long learning is a hoot! Even with what I have accomplished, I'm not through yet. Curiosity has me constantly looking for things I don't know and mastering them. With 50 years in the classroom - yes this is an old picture - I'm still sticking nose into new things and pushing to learn all I can. If you can express your needs, we will find them together.
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Marshall University - Bachelor of Science, Vocational-Technical Education
Auburn University - Doctor of Education, Vocational-Technical Education
Morgana: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...at the high school level as a volunteer in Kenya … without electricity or textbooks. As an experienced writer and editor, I can help with essays, personal statements, writing technique and mechanics, as well as reading/study skills. I truly believe that every student can become a good writer with individual attention and encouragement. In school I was (and still am) a bookworm and one who sincerely enjoys helping others to grow in knowledge. As a...
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University of St Andrews - Bachelors, Geography and International Relations
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 36
Michelle: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...can be--and not just works of fiction, but non-fiction as well. One of the most personally satisfying experiences I have had in my life was passing on my love of reading to my children. Then, not too long ago, I became a professional educator, and this, too, has been a gratifying experience. It is my pleasure to pass on the love of reading and the love of learning to the younger generation. Out of my...
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University of Iowa - Bachelors, Spanish
University of Arizona South - Masters, Secondary Education
Tonia: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...Tenacious, would describe me as a teacher. I meet my students where they are and build skills from there to proficiency. Though I am tenacious, I am very patient and have your best in mind. I am an Arizona State certified teacher with a Bachelors and Masters degree in Education. I have a breadth of teaching experience. I have taught in elementary school, middle school, and community college. Most of my experience is in GED...
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Chicago State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
National-Louis University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Scarlet: Catalina Foothills SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...anthropology . I am also knowledgeable in United States, as well as Mexican history prior to the 20th century. When studying anthropology I focused on archaeology, and have some field experience from that time. If you have any historical or anthropological questions outside of what I've mentioned, I will do my best to get you the correct answers. I have passed AP European history, and though I never took AP World History in high-school, I...
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Florida State University - Bachelor in Arts, History
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