...Calculus freshman year, many of my friends were struggling and were often asking me for help. As I helped my friends that were on the brink of failing to pass calculus, I felt a sense of euphoria because I had the ability to help someone learn and become more knowledgable. My love for teaching stems from my willingness to help others, desire to impart my knowledge on students, and my ability to make a difference...
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...or try something new! I love learning and tutoring learners. I taught elementary and Jr. High students for 17 years. I even taught overseas at two different international schools while I continued my own language learning in China. My classrooms varied from 1st grade reading and math, to 4th and 5th grade social studies and writing. I also love teaching math and science and have written curriculum for both when none was available. My greatest...
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...students as well as provide feedback and guidance. I also tutor in math, history, English, science, and enjoy teaching many other subjects. I have seen great success in my students. I am very creative and very engaging for my students. I am flexible and can meet your needs and help you be successful. I have experience with students that have IEP and 504 Plans. I have also taught and tutored many students with ADHD as...
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I graduated with a degree in Biology and am currently in my first year of dental school at Harvard. I have experience tutoring subjects ranging from elementary school math to AP Biology and Chemistry. I also volunteer as a Spanish translator and English teacher for Adult ESL classes. I am especially excited to teach students Mandarin Chinese, English, and Spanish.
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I was inspired to teach by my own experiences in the class room, in particular by my math and English teachers. Above all, they treated me as an individual, encouraging me to achieve my personal best. In math, my teachers enthusiasm and commitment motivated me to work hard, and I hope to turn this around and share this with others.
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I am a dedicated tutor focused on helping students reach their full potential. With personalized lesson tailored to each child's needs, I create a supportive, engaging environment to build confidence and mastery. Let's work together to achieve success!
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...gain mastery of your learning material by breaking it down into easier pieces to understand. I don't make assumptions about what you know; instead I make sure we are both at the same level of understanding before advancing in a topic. Finally, I encourage you to learn without the fear of being wrong. By being wrong, you give me the opportunity to see what you do and don't know, and a chance for me to...
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...excel in any subject. - Certified tutor in Mathematics and Science by CRLA - 3 years of teaching experience at a university level and 3 years with high school students -Studied abroad in Norway on a full ride scholarship and graduated high school with an international baccalaureate diploma (IB) - Trilingual I personally go above and beyond with my students I nurture a professional relationship. I do not only tutor them but orient them in...
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...subjects, I tailor my teaching approach to fit each student's unique learning style, ensuring they grasp concepts with clarity and confidence. My experience includes working with students at various levels, guiding them through complex topics, exam preparation, and skill development. I focus on fostering critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a genuine appreciation for learning. By creating a supportive and interactive environment, I empower students to reach their full potential and achieve their academic goals.
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...can learn and exceed their expectations they have for themselves. The job of the teacher is to discover the best way the student learns and be their guide on the path of learning. Every student that I teach receives the best meaningful instruction. No one student is the same as the other. I believe in taking the strengths of the student and building upon them. In turn, the challenges a student faces become less and...
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...teaching English in high school for the past 10 years, as well as tutoring for private clients. My passion is helping students find their voice in their essays, whether for class or for college applications. I am also very successful and helping students prepare for the English portion of standardized exams, particularly the ACCUPLACER/TSI, SAT, and the STAAR. In my experience, each student learns in their own unique way and needs to be supported in...
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...and Special Education, and Educational Administration I have had the privilege of working in many disciplines, though my specialties have been in the area of Language Arts and behavior management. - When I retired from the State Department of Education with the job title of Distinguished Educator, I began tutoring and co-managed a tutoring center. As a co-manager and tutor there I facilitated individual growth in students' learning to read as well as reading to...
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...allowing them to take chances, a skill that is crucial to progress in a new system of communication. As a second language learner myself, I understand the trials students must face in language acquisition and this translates into a sense of empathy for both the struggles and rewards of the learning process. My teaching experience is centered on providing students with the skills they need to develop their personal expression. As an instructor of academic...
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...and History papers at Connecticut College to Nautical and Marine Science papers at the Coast Guard Academy. As a writing tutor, I strive to create a comfortable and stress-free environment in which a student can explore and develop their topic. After graduating from Connecticut College, I pursued a Fulbright Scholarship, and I spent the 2012-2013 academic year in Germany teaching English to middle and high school students in Dresden. Through this experience, I have developed...
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More than 25 years experience helping students and families conquer their educational challenges--elementary to undergraduate; mathematics, English, and more--my abiding passion.
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...very patient and adaptable to student needs. I have a bachelor's degree in film from Mary Baldwin University, and I have a master's decree in creative writing from Regis University. I tutor English and writing courses as these are the subjects I am most proficient in and most enjoy. I also help prepare students for state and college board testing, reviewing helpful strategies. I teach to help students succeed. Learning styles differ greatly, so students...
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Can also tutor:PSAT, ACT, TACHS and 78 more subjects.
...researcher, and certified Special Educator, and I'm really excited to help you reach your academic goals! I have a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Special Education, but don't let that fool you; I've done dramaturgical and authorial research for novelists, stand-up comedy, and grant writing! I also speak five languages, three of which are dead! Getting people excited about literature and literacy is my passion, so I'm more than happy to talk you through that...
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...the class for over 8 years. I have also taught online for 3 years to ESL students. I love teaching students and helping them meet their needs. I am a caring and patient teacher. I would love to help your child in an learning struggles they may have or help them to strengthen their skills in school subjects! I hope you choose me as your teacher, so we can work together and get you where...
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I believe that every student has the potential to excel. It is my goal to help students reach their goals in a timely manner. I am a certified teacher and I currently teach second-grade students. My background is in psychology so I am able to adapt to different students' needs.
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Is your student taking the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, also known as the STAAR tests? No matter whether your student is preparing for his or her first exam in third grade or is an experienced test taker in eighth grade, these standardized tests can be stressful, since they decide whether or not a student is on track for entry into the next year of academic advancement. The material on the STAAR evolves as your student progresses to higher level concepts, with tests on writing, science, and social studies added to certain grade levels. A talented tutor can make a huge difference in how your student performs on the test and how he or she manages his or her anxiety on test day.
Varsity Tutors can help you get connected with talented STAAR tutors. Personal tutors can create a personalized learning plan based not only on your student's grade level, but on your child's subject knowledge and skills. This helps each session keep your student on track towards his or her goals, and provides material of an appropriate difficulty so that he or she can always be challenged. With one-on-one STAAR tutoring, your student can have a dedicated, personal study partner and guide as he or she prepares for this important exam.
The STAAR tests are made of at least two main components: math and reading. If your student struggles with aspects of math, a talented tutor can provide focused review for the basic math concepts covered on the test. The math sections of the STAAR tests measure how well students understand the fundamentals rather than their ability to recall math facts or solve equations; often, there will be multiple paths to a correct answer. A STAAR tutor, can work through sample questions with your student and demonstrate methods for attacking the questions, eliminating wrong answers, and breaking down story problems.
The reading components of the STAAR tests evaluate whether or not students can read and understand passages, by asking them to demonstrate their understanding by answering questions. These questions don't just concern information that is specifically in the text, but also ask students to make inferences, summarize, and analyze the intentions and biases of authors based on clues found in the passages. With STAAR tutoring, your student can master these questions with the guidance of a talented pedagogue. Personal tutors can offer strategies for approaching the text in an efficient and careful manner, and can also help your student to better understand point of view, figurative language, and other literary concepts and devices.
At certain grade levels, your student's STAAR tests will incorporate writing, science, and social studies sections. The writing component may involve a written composition, but also includes questions about revising and editing text passages. A tutor can help your student brainstorm ideas for the composition section and develop strategies for approaching the grammar and editing questions. Science and social studies appear on the tests for later grades, and a STAAR tutor can help your student master each topic tested in his or her grade level to help prepare for test day.
STAAR tests may be the source of some anxiety for your student, but with the help of an expert guide, your student can approach the test with confidence in his or her knowledge and abilities. STAAR tutors have flexible schedules and are available to meet with your student in person, or in online, face-to-face tutoring sessions through a live learning platform. Contact the educational directors at Varsity Tutors today to learn more about getting connected with skilled STAAR tutors.
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