Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...Hopkins University with a master's in Biotechnology. I have worked as a research technologist at Johns Hopkins Medicine and I am now a medical student at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. I have thirteen years of tutoring experience, in subjects ranging from math, test prep, Spanish, and violin. I train in martial arts and I enjoy learning languages in my free time. I have volunteered as a Spanish medical interpreter at local clinics. Feel free...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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I am both a parent of school-aged children (11th grade, 7th grade, and PreK) and a NYS licensed teacher. As a parent, I know the challenges that many children face with the ever-changing curriculum, more recently with Common Core. I also sympathize with other parents who struggle to help their children with homework which rarely resembles what we learned as children. I know what parents expect from the tutors they entrust their children with and...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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I am a math teacher at in independent school in the DC area. I have over a decade of experience teaching mathematics and even longer than that tutoring. In fact, tutoring students as a high schooler made me realize I wanted to be a teacher. I love working with students one-on-one, since it helps me understand how their brain works. I love to learn new things. Currently, I am focusing a lot of my energy...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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I am passionate about education and the power of one on one instructional time to transform student attitudes and outcomes. I seek to empower students to better understand themselves and succeed in life. My approach to tutoring is based on games and questioning, to bring fun, and thinking together to create effective sessions that improve student self esteem, effectiveness, and ability.... Student engagement is key. When students are engaged and curious, they bring their best thinking...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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My interest in teaching began my sophomore year of high school when I got a job working for Kumon Math and Reading learning center. I decided to pursue this interest by tutoring with an independent tutoring company and participating in the FIU Teach program where I am actively acquiring new skills to better teach and help each student succeed. I was part of the International Baccalaureate (IB) program and received my diploma, therefore I am...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...in rural Mississippi and Tennessee. In addition, I taught community college in the adult education department. Over the years, many of my adult students have arrived in my class reading and doing math at elementary school levels. With these students, I work tirelessly one-on-one to prepare them for their future endeavors. As a tutor, I have the privilege of watching my students grow every day. It is one of the most rewarding parts of my...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...includes internationally teaching english and health as a Peace Corps volunteer in Thailand, to helping US high school students prepare for the world of work. As an adjunct professor at a Community College, I taught many subjects including writing, critical thinking, psychology and study skills strategies. I greatly enjoy recognizing the potential in students and helping them strengthen their academic skills. I tutor reading, study skills, writing and composition. I believe life-long learning is necessary...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...such as the SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, FSA, GRE, and the GED. Over the years I have taught from K-12. I have always loved helping young learners with phonics, fluency, and phonemic awareness. I have seen a need to specialize in working with student that have special learning needs, such as ASD, ADHD, ADD, Dyslexia, and other learning challenges. In my day to day, I currently apply Common Core standards to my daily lessons and...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...years. I have seen the young people I tutor soar to new heights with a little bit of extra help that builds confidence and independence. Also, I have also been tutored myself so I know how it feels to sit on the other side of the desk! Overall, my approach is based on dialogue and respect, lots of humor and out-of-the-box creativity (ask me about the most grammatical pop song ever written), and genuine engagement...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...students and enriching high performing student success. This past year I worked as an OSPI Math Fellow for the Puget Sound Region and currently hold a Washington State Teaching Certificate as well as working towards a National Board Certification. My passion lies in building foundations for students, regardless of their station of understanding, so that they have the confidence and drive to accelerate their achievement. Every child deserves access to an equitable education and as...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...fostered greater ability to develop clearer directions, clearer expectations, and to be able to more strongly model what I wanted my students to learn and to produce in both world history and government. Personally, as a professional, I find it very important to involve myself in some of type of leadership or volunteer role in which I serve the community that allows me to grow, enhance my skill set and present myself as a role...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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Hello! I have over 8 years of teaching experience in humanities, communication and writing programs, as well as tutoring experience at 4 different universities. You will find that I take a personal 'user-centered' approach to support your learning goals, and I will help you prepare to have success in school.
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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My name is Stephanie and I have been teaching for 10 years. I am very confident that together your child and I can work to gain high levels of success. I make learning fun and work with many different styles of teaching to integrate and reiterate the information being taught. I am here to help you in any way possible my goal is to successfully get your child to where they need to be by...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...2011, I earned a B.A. in Political Science and Government from Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH. My favorite academic subjects are international relations and environmental science. As a tutor, I particularly like helping students prepare for standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT, and sharing the strategies and methods that I've found particularly effective. I enjoy working with students of all ages; I've found success in tutoring at the middle school, high school and...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...through an after school tutoring program. I have also taught math during summer school and have found that I am a very adept at helping students who struggle in math. When I am not working, I enjoy running and biking, cooking, and exploring the great city that I am lucky enough to live next door to. I have coached the girls track team and played co-ed recreational softball. I love pets and volunteer with the...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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As a Duke Alumnus (BA 2001) and dual citizen (Australian School of Business MBA 2010) who has worked as an international management consultant in Singapore, South Africa, Australia and the United States, I am happy to tutor on any range of subjects in higher education, including all assessment tests and most business school and MBA subjects. As Managing Partner of NashwellCo.work and Managing Director of Linebrand.us, my active roles as a business leader and entrepreneur...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...I understand how even the most challenged student can begin to succeed. In addition to my special education background, I also have a background in English as a second language and am self-taught in Spanish. My wife is a native speaker (and a bilingual translator), so if needed, I always have her to turn to for the tough Spanish questions. If anyone is looking to practice their Spanish with a native speaker, she would be...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...I consider myself to be a learner, not just a teacher. I'm saddened, but not surprised, that many students approach learning and education with the attitude of "let's get this over with," instead of curiosity and excitement. This isn't a character flaw or failure of thestudent. I often felt like that during my primary and secondary education. One of the things I try to give my students is a mindset that learning is an adventure...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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...for another side to my profession. I am involved in the preparation of students for university/higher education entrance and for prospective employees applying to enter the world of work. I offer best-practice rsum preparation and interview experience. My role as father to four university graduate daughters has helped to keep me grounded as I have watched their own careers flourish from four corners of the world. I balance the exhilaration I derive from teaching with my...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Waterbury, CT
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As an English Teacher and Reading and Writing Tutor, my mission is to inspire a deep love for language and literacy in my students. With a strong foundation in English Education, I strive to create a supportive and enriching learning environment, tailored to each student's unique needs. I am passionate about fostering reading and writing skills that empower students to excel academically and communicate effectively. My commitment to continuous learning and dedication to helping students...
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Waterbury SSAT- Middle Level Tutoring FAQ
The Secondary School Admission Test, also known as the SSAT, is used for admission to private elementary, middle, and high schools. There are three SSAT levels: Elementary, Middle, and Upper. The SSAT is available multiple times per year at designated testing sites worldwide.
The Middle Level SSAT is a multiple-choice exam for students who are currently in grades 5-7. There are three scored portions on the test and two that are not scored. The Quantitative, Reading Comprehension, and Verbal sections are scored. The Writing section is not scored, but it is sent to the admissions office of your selected school(s). It gives students an opportunity to show admissions officers how well they write and organize information. There is also an experimental section on the test, which is where new questions are tested. This section is likewise not scored. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an exceptional SSAT Middle Level tutor who can assist your child with all areas of the exam.
The Quantitative section of the SSAT is broken into two parts. Your child will be given 30 minutes to answer each set of 25 questions. The questions measure your child's ability to solve problems involving arithmetic, elementary algebra, geometry, and data analysis/probability. Your child's personal SSAT Middle Level tutor can work with him or her on topics like estimation, sequences, absolute value, area, circumference, perimeter, and slope.
The Reading Comprehension section has 40 questions, which your child has 40 minutes to complete. This portion of the exam is used to determine how well your child is able to read and comprehend texts. Reading passages may be taken from the humanities, science, social studies, or literary fiction. They are usually around 300 words in length. Your child's tutor may work on recognizing the main idea, making predictions, or determining the author's purpose, attitude, and tone.
Your child will have 30 minutes to answer the 60 questions in the Verbal section of the SSAT, which is divided between 30 questions on analogies and 30 questions on synonyms. This portion of the test is used to measure verbal reasoning, the ability to logically relate ideas, and vocabulary attainment. Your child's tutor may work with him or her on developing the ability to recognize synonyms and the ability to accurately make comparisons between two similar concepts.
One of the most important benefits of working with a private tutor is the individualized learning plan the tutor will create based on your child's academic strengths and weaknesses. No time will be wasted covering topics that he or she is already proficient in. Instead, the time will be spent working with the concepts your child is struggling with.
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The student and I went through the assessment exam he took couple days ago. He scored around 1920 as his final score, which was only a short distance from our goal of 2100. He did a very good job on the quantitative and verbal section; he only needs to work on the reading section a little more. He seems to run out of time when finishing this section, but with adequate time he does get most of the questions right. We will work increasing his speed in our next session.
The student and I worked on the verbal portion of the SSAT. We reviewed synonyms and analogies from practice tests and examples from the website. I asked him to complete the practice tests in preparation for next week's session.
The student and I got a great start today working through the middle level SSAT. She has done some previous work with a tutor, and this has helped develop her vocabulary skills. In our first session, we worked through the analogy part of the English test and worked through the first of two Math sections. She is a quick study and understood corrections and strategies well enough to implement them on the next similar question.
Today the student and I finished going over the math homework from yesterday. We covered concepts including square roots, squares, and improper fractions. It was very successful and I look forward to tutoring him more subjects.
During this session the student and I worked on three key math concepts. We did numerous problems involving fractions, percentages and ratios. After completing some short lessons and sample problems, she demonstrated an ability convert fractions into percentages. She also showed progress on using her number sense (estimation) to eliminate answer choices. She struggled with the higher level questions that involved multiple steps or complex numbers (which is expected for a 5th grader). We also reviewed and completed sample problems from the verbal section of the exam. She demonstrated limited success with the synonym section. She described finding the analogies especially challenging. It is difficult to expand a child's vocabulary in a limited amount of time so in our next session we will focus on some basic vocabulary and answering strategies for synonyms. We will also review the different types of analogies in order to make her more comfortable with this type of question.
The student and I worked on some vocabulary words he had trouble with in his practice tests -- we reviewed definitions, discussed contexts, generated synonyms and made analogy questions. In our next session we will switch our focus from verbal to reading.
