...students who are not looking for a 4 year university, but a 2 year degree, technical trade, or just guidance in what career path that will make them happy. I have been teaching high school for over 5 years and I enjoy every day that I spend with my students. I have have helped students with passing the STAAR test and the English I and English II EOC STAAR exams. In addition to these exams,...
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Can also tutor:AIMS, HSPT, GED and 102 more subjects.
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Texas A M University-Kingsville - Bachelor of Science, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
...mistakes, knowing that it's all part of the learning process. Outside of academia, I enjoy watching "The Office," a show that has taught me the value of humor and human connection in all aspects of life. I also enjoy reading about psychology and personal development, which helps me better understand my students' perspectives and motivations. This combination of technical expertise, teaching experience, and a deep passion for student success drives me to be the best...
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...Inclusion Special Education, and Self-Contained Special Education. I am currently a stay-at-home mom and I teach ESL students (K-6) in China online, so I have a very wide range of teaching experience. Some of my hobbies include playing rugby, traveling, and spending time with the ones I love. Teaching is my passion and I am dedicated to providing the best learning experience for you! I can't wait to help you achieve your goals!... My philosophy is...
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...Panhandle, to Garland ISD, Spring ISD and most recently settled in Houston ISD. While I have taught different subjects within the science field, my passion falls within the realm of Chemistry and Forensic Science. Currently, I am an active member of several districts and national science programs and organizations. A graduate of McMurry University I received a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and minor in Psychology. From there furthering my education I attended West Texas...
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I am a 2004 graduate of Baylor University where I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in education. I have been teaching for over 17 years from grades pre-k to 6th grade. I am passionate about helping others understand new concepts or concepts that are difficult to them. I have had many years experience tutoring in reading, writing, and math, but I am available to tutor in other content areas as well.
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As a long-time educator, I am a staunch believer that everyone has the potential to learn. Through research-based strategies, clear objectives, and a willingness to be creative, anyone can reach their full potential.... My teaching philosophy is a balanced approach. Students acquire knowledge through a myriad of ways. Inquiry-based learning is essential; however, explicit instruction is also integral in fostering academic success.... I would ask questions about the student's objectives. It might also be helpful to...
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...knowing the reason why we are doing something is infinitely more important than the way we are doing it. There are 12 ways to tackle every problem and the one that first comes to mind isn't always the easiest. The road to the finish isn't always a straight line and we should always be looking for those little twists and turns that will get us there faster. I try to create a very low stress...
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I'm a freshman at The University of Texas at Dallas. I'm majoring in pre med biomedical engineering. The subjects that I teach are biology, physics, pre algebra, algebra, algebra 2, geometry, and precalculus. I also do SAT and ACT prep.
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Can also tutor:PSAT, STAAR, SAT and 37 more subjects.
...tutoring for 20+ years to students that are in public, private and homeschooled. All subjects, levels and grades taught including test preps and beyond college. I will find different techniques and methods to help students learn their work, as not all students learn the same. I am available most days and times and also tend to assist students on days they do not have a session scheduled if they are struggling with homework etc. My...
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...time I taught a computer literacy class to high school students. After college I became a state-certified science educator and spent two years as a Teach For America corps member, teaching high school Biology and SAT/ACT prep in San Antonio, Texas. Despite the extraordinary socioeconomic barriers to academic success that students faced in my school, I was able to lead them to substantial academic gains. My students – many of whom had not passed science...
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Can also tutor:STAAR, ACT, SAT and 30 more subjects.
Hello! This is my eighth year as a university instructor and I love working with fellow learners. My expertise is in literature, reading, and writing. I have also worked with young learners, from pre-K through elementary, and into middle and high school. I am a mom, and love working with kids!
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Can also tutor:GED, SSAT, ISEE and 100 more subjects.
...honored to have the opportunity to share my knowledge in order to contribute to the success of others! I firmly believe in a holistic style of education one that places an emphasis on the student as opposed to the content. From personal experience, I am aware that every person learns differently from one another and ground my style of teaching in what best suits my students as well as mastery of the topic. In today's...
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I want to help students learn the material while also learning how to approach different problems so that they can eventually continue learning without the help of a tutor! I think learning how to learn and study is a very important skill and would like to help students learn how to do so!
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...English Language Arts including 7th, 8th, 9th, and 11th grades. I currently work at an IB high school, teaching 9th grade students as they grow into stronger readers, writers, and thinkers. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Teaching, along with an intern 7-12 English Language Arts certification. I love breaking down tough concepts, helping students connect with stories on a deeper level, and making learning feel fun and approachable....
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Hi! I am a retired teacher who taught Business and Information Technology for 23 years. I currently live in beautiful Wilmington, NC and am excited about being a Varsity Tutor!
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...the stamina throughout their lifetime. After graduating with honors from Texas Tech with a bachelors degree early childhood education, I was reassured that working with children is exactly what I want to do. I have taught for 10 years in two exemplary schools that grew from two commendable school districts, Katy I.S.D and Humble I.S.D. These schools have shaped me into the teacher that I have always aspired to become. I am wanting to fulfill...
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...arts education that would enable me to tutor in a diverse range of subjects, as well as guide students to think more critically, read more closely, and write more crisply and powerfully. My legal education and experience have further enhanced these skills. Most importantly, I love learning and have come realize that it is my vocation to share and impart that love of learning in others. As beautifully put by Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca in...
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STAAR EOC Tutoring FAQ
Are you taking STAAR End of Course (EOC) tests in high school? These tests can be stressful, as they play a large role in determining your graduation date, and can help evaluate whether you are on track for college courses. One-on-one STAAR EOC tutoring can make a huge difference in your preparations for these intensive exams, particularly if you are having trouble structuring your review to cover the appropriate material and strategies for the STAAR format. Varsity Tutors can help you get connected with a private STAAR EOC tutor in your area.
An experienced tutor can evaluate your ability in each of the subjects tested, from English and math to science and social studies, and can create a learning plan dedicated to reviewing and strengthening the areas that trouble you most. If you struggle with English, a STAAR EOC tutor can help you review literary and informational prose, and can teach you strategies for approaching questions about everything from fiction and poetry to newspaper articles and persuasive writing. Oftentimes, questions on these exams will test your ability to make inferences from the text or understand complex vocabulary. A tutor can help you learn to decode the most complicated of passages and to use context clues to help define unfamiliar words that you may encounter.
With private tutoring, you can focus on the topics with which you struggle most while also receiving test-specific strategies for those topics you already understand. In many ways, STAAR EOC tests assess your comprehension of subject fundamentals and your ability to apply this knowledge, rather than whether you can simply recall the details of each subject. This is especially evident on the STAAR EOC Math tests, which test your understanding of algebra I and II and geometry. With a private tutor, you can review the fundamentals and pick up any stray applications you might have forgotten over the course of your class. The STAAR EOC Math tests challenge students with tricky questions that may be missing key information or have important hidden details. A talented tutor can walk you through difficult problems and teach you strategies to decode complex questions and avoid being tricked. You can often get closer to the right answer by drawing missing figures, estimating quantities, and looking to the answer choices for clues. Your tutor can expose you to the complex exam formats in advance, helping to reduce surprises on test day.
For many students, the Science STAAR EOC tests are the most difficult. These exams measure your knowledge of biology, chemistry, and physics. You may find that you are unable to work your way through science problems in the same way that you approach other, more stepwise coursework. A STAAR EOC tutor can help you review the necessary vocabulary with mnemonics or flash cards, and review concepts with which you struggle in each of these sciences. With a private tutor, you will be able to ask as many questions as you need to in order to make sure that you fully comprehend the subject at hand. A talented tutor can also help you prepare for the STAAR Social Studies examination by assessing your knowledge of history and geography, and reviewing the topics you specifically need to focus on in preparing for the test. No matter which assessments cause you apprehension, private tutoring can provide you with focused, one-on-one attention tailored to address the concepts that you most need to learn and review.
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Recent STAAR EOC Tutoring Session Notes
For today's session we went over a reading assignment that was given to her prior to our session. It covered plot structure and required her to pull other additional elements in order to answer the questions. We also went over another selection that covered indirect and direct characterization. At the conclusion of our session I went over her essay and short answer prompts for Monday. We discussed how to brainstorm, construct a thesis statement, and use supporting details. We also talked about using the essay prompt and background info provided to help make your essay better.
During this session, we worked on homework from her other tutoring. She had a question packet and two essays to finish and turn in the next day. She said she was having trouble understanding the concepts in the questions, but it turned out she was just overwhelmed. We went over the concepts - drawing conclusions, cause and effect, making inferences, etc. - and she was able to define them all with little prompting. We made notes on the pages so she could remember them for later and moved on to the essays. I helped her plan for both the expository and persuasive essays she was assigned. She had some vocabulary trouble with the prompts, but once she figured out what the prompt was asking, she planned both essays fairly well. I left her well prepared to write the essays later.
This was our first session. We discussed strategies that could help the student overcome her comprehension struggles. We also looked at how she approaches terms she doesn't know. We walked away with three goals
1. Test the term
2. Test the answer
3. Score of 2245
We covered the state assessment Writing section, emphasizing theme, tone, and perspective. She struggled most with perspective and comparison questions. She seemed more confident as the tutoring session progressed. I gave her three additional state assessment practice sections to work on for our next session.
The student and I went into an articulate discussion of quadratic functions and equation forms. We talked about what a parent quadratic function is and what it describes and is used for. We briefly reviewed slope-intercept form to assure she has mastery in this area, and she does. We discussed what a domain and range means and how it is represented in quadratic systems. The last 25 minutes of the session we did prep work for the biology assessment exam, the primary focus being cell anatomy. She needs to review cellular organelles and their functions for our next session. She is progressing well and seems to be building confidence.
The student and I worked together on a portion of a practice placement test. I gave her test taking strategies. She is a much better reader than I had anticipated. She is a hard worker who wants to face her challenges head on.
