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Jakobi: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...physics) and English. My favorite subject to tutor is algebra because it is like a puzzle, and who does not like a good puzzle? My teaching philosophy consists of learning about the students' interests and providing a way to relate their interests into the work they are doing so it can be more meaningful to...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelors, Biology, General

Steven: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...those I tutor improve their grades, test scores, and overall understanding of the subjects I am teaching them. Not only do I focus on the subject matter being taught, but I also focus on helping students develop the study skills and habits that are imperative to success later in their academic careers. Through my four...
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The University of Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics & Economics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 36

William: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...and reteaching content, creating a strong sense of test format and timing familiarity, and sharing tips, strategies, and short cuts. By combining these efforts with hard work, each of my students can walk into their tests with confidence that has been earned as a result of preparedness. In my spare time I enjoy reading, watching...
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Boston University - Bachelors, Linguistics & Classics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 32

Chelsea: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
Experienced professional with a unique combination of technical expertise, managerial experience, planning and organizational skills that balance work, team support and ad-hoc responsibilities in a timely and professional manner. Well-versed in instructional design and implementation geared towards supporting the success of diverse individuals. ... I believe that experience is the best teacher. I do not believe in overly verbose lectures or monotonous note-taking sessions. I believe that practice can make perfect, and that having fun while...
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Middle Tennessee State University - Bachelors, Liberal Arts
Lipscomb University - Masters, Education

Marjorie: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...students prepare for college applications, including mastering standardized tests, college essays, and study strategies. I am also driven to teach young students to become better overall writers and critical readers as these skills will affect all facets of their educational career. My ultimate goal, however, is to go beyond the material a student is currently...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Matthew: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...As a tutor, I believe the most important thing I can do for you is to push you to think on your own. I've tutored students before who simply wanted me to do their work for them, but that will not help you to learn at all. If you want to become self-sufficient, I will...
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Lipscomb University - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 710

Alex: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...current affairs both domestic and abroad, and how they affect our national policies. Finally, 80 hours of tutoring experience in many different subjects at the Boys and Girls Club in Athens, GA has sparked my interest in motivating, teaching, and mentoring students from 8-18 years old. I am confident that my academic experiences and qualifications...
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University of Georgia - Bachelors, Finance and International Business Co-major
ACT Composite: 31

Hannah: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...and I can't wait to meet you! I have been teaching elementary aged students for 5 years and have loved helping my students succeed. I went to Pensacola Christian College in Florida and earned a teaching degree in Elementary Education. Teaching and helping students is one of my favorite things to do. Learning doesn't always...
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Pensacola Christian College - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

Owen: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...tutoring in subjects such as American and World History, Social Studies, English, and American Literature. I grew up as the oldest of four boys and know what it take to not only engage and interest a student but also promote continued development on their own. I choose to tutor because I appreciate all that my...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, History

Krystal : Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...love helping others learn. I am able to create quality, yet comprehensive curriculum for my students that will thrust them to succeed. I am very detailed oriented, creative, and have a passion for ensuring student success. It is my endeavor to combine my range of experience with my wealth of education. This includes being a...
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University of Detroit Mercy - Bachelors, Special Education
Cambridge College - Masters, Behavioral Management

Ben: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...Honors, and earned my Bachelor's in Asian Studies with a concentration in China and Mandarin Language. I spent six months in Kunming, China, which included one language-intensive semester with a Middlebury College program and two months of independent travel and research. I worked for three years as a Peer Writing Consultant at the Vanderbilt Writing...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, Asian Studies

Elliot: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...the test, I have high confidence in my ability to drastically elevate my student's ACT scores. Outside of academia I enjoy to play tennis (Brentwood High Tennis) and exercise in general, typically weightlifting. I can draw almost every character of Spongebob and wish I could tutor specifically in that. I have a passion for science...
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Vanderbilt University - Current Undergrad, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Stephen: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...and mechanical engineering instructor. I have privately tutored for the past 6 years and am proficient in most high school and college-level math, as well as engineering and physics courses. I am a graduate of The University of Tennessee with both an M.S. Mechanical Engineering and an MBA. I excelled as a student through preparation,...
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University of Tennessee - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
University of Tennessee - Masters, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration

Matthew: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...graduate student at Middle Tennessee State University. I graduated from University of Florida with my BS in Mathematics. I have Pre-Calculus - Calculus III tutoring experience and have taught College Algebra. I am great at explaining complicated mathematical ideas and helping students build the tools and intuition to learn how to solve such problems.... The main strategy that I have found to be most successful is to do a problem with a student, and then have...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelors, Mathematics
Middle Tennessee State University - Current Grad Student, Mathematics

Charlotte: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
I am a sophomore at Vanderbilt majoring in Child Development at the Peabody College of Education! I am passionate about teaching and learning. I am originally from Baltimore, Maryland and have been tutoring since my freshman year in high school! ... One of my favorite quotations about teaching by one of my idols, George Morris, says that if someone does not understand, "you either asked the wrong question, or you asked the question wrong." Although George...
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Vanderbilt University - Current Undergrad, Child Development

Matthew: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...the unnecessary stress of school, but to also teach it in a way that is immersive and linked to the real world. When it comes to standardized testing or general classroom success, half the battle is understanding that you can succeed and becoming comfortable with the material. As a tutor, I promise to try my...
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Vanderbilt University - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineer
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

William: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...high school student, receiving 5s in Calculus BS, statistics, computer science, biology, and chemistry. At my university, I received an honors scholarship for my academic performance in engineering, and I currently aspire to continue my education at a higher level. As a tutor, I will motivate students, set clear goals, and help students progress towards...
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Vanderbilt University - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering + Chemical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730

Matthew: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...I work professionally in the city of Nashville as an Aerospace Engineer. I am very excited for the opportunity to work with motivated students who strive to improve their skills in mathematics, science, or standardized testing. I work hard to keep tutoring sessions organized, and drive interactive lesson plans that engage the students in cooperative...
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 32

Rachel: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...and communities, has helped me cultivate and expand upon both my problem solving skills and my interpersonal skills. With my skills, personal experience as a student, and knowledge I believe that I can provide students with the tools necessary to succeed. Additionally, I am very accommodating and will work to meet at a convenient time...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor of Science, Economics and Human and Organizational Development
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35
ACT Science: 31

Caroline: Old Hickory tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Hickory, TN
...in this position next year as well. Not only do I have extensive experience tutoring and mentoring, but I also have experience that is varied. I have worked with different age groups under various settings, such as a more academic one in my own classroom and others that were more for guidance as with my...
Education & Certification
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
Lipscomb University - Masters in Education, Instructional Practice
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
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Old Hickory, Tennessee, is a neighborhood in metropolitan Nashville, and is named in honor of former President Andrew Jackson's nickname. The community may best be known as a former company town for a large DuPont Plant, and many of Old Hickory's houses were built for the original DuPont employees and supervisors. Old Hickory is large enough to have its own post office and ZIP Code, and it is located partially in Davidson and Wilson Counties.
Many secondary institution students in Old Hickory attend Maplewood High School, which is run by the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools District. Old Hickory is lucky to be so near Nashville, which makes it easy to commute to one of the city's excellent colleges or universities. Some of these schools are Vanderbilt University, Belmont University, Tennessee State University, and the University of Nashville. With private test prep instruction via in-home or online tutoring in Old Hickory, TN, you can potentially improve the chances of getting into these top schools. Connecting with an Old Hickory, TN, tutor is one way to try to get an edge on the competition and put yourself in a position to get into the most prestigious schools.
Old Hickory is home to a number of charming and quaint attractions. The community has a lovely small-town feel, even though it's so close to the big city. One quintessential Old Hickory stop is the Creative Village Artists' Studio, which is a boutique that offers its visitors enchanting local artisan-made items and art supplies. This studio also offers scheduled art classes and workshops for all ages, making it an excellent family activity. Duckwing Triking is also worth checking out, and here, you can take an introductory flight in an amphibious trike with a trained instructor. You'll be able to experience true freedom in an open cockpit hang glider, an experience that has been compared to riding a motorcycle in the sky. The instructors make sure that you are flying at a height and speed that's comfortable for you, so there's nothing to fear when you try out this incredible flight experience. Golf masters and novices alike will enjoy Hermitage Golf Course, which is one of best-maintained and most beautiful courses in the area.
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