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...over ten countries, observing their classrooms and educational environments. I completed a MAEdHD (Masters of Education and Human Development) concentrating in International Education and Intercultural Communications. Simultaneously, I earned a certificate from an accredited institute in TEFL/TESOL, teaching ESL to a range of ages from children to adults. After my second degree, I went to work putting theory to practice in classrooms, hands-on research, and educational programs. Students and I work together as a team...

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...parents! My name is Mike and I'm a 26 year old teacher/tutor living in Gainesville, Virginia. I have spent the past 3 years living and teaching English in Asia (Thailand, China, and Vietnam) and have returned home to pursue my teaching certification. My passion for teaching and student engagement drives me to continually improve each day. Spreading knowledge, whether through ESL, English, History, etc. gives me a real sense of pride and happiness. I am...

I am an experienced tutor specializing in high school and college-age materials, including standardized tests such as the ACT and SAT. I believe that the ultimate goal of teaching is to enable to student to function independently of the tutor. Therefore, I instill in my students not only an understanding of the core subject matter, but also key skills such as critical thinking and logic.

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I believe, as a Chemistry teacher, I am the guide who will provide access to information rather than acting as primary source of information, and its my responsibility to present the field in an accurate, exciting and stimulating way that can motivate students to learn science.