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Bipul: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...my undergraduate years. I understand that books can be hard to decipher quite often due to the lack of tone and author's preconceived notions about the student's background. Therefore, when I tutor I build the framework from the ground up and depend a lot on visual aids (diagrams and charts) rather than formulas and numbers. I believe that there is no such thing as a dumb question and I address each question as many times...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Physics, Mathematics
Sam: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...of the test, I also understand that scoring well on standardized tests often requires more than a firm grasp of the subject matter under examination. It requires a commanding understanding of test taking strategies, individual preparation methods, and test performance psychology. With this in mind, my second priority for my students is to make sure that they are holistically prepared for test day. I do not have a one-size-fits-all tutoring approach because everyone is unique....
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Grove City Colleg - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
The University of Texas at Austin - Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Coertunay: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...best way to learn, but also the most fun way. I also believe in building my students' confidence in themselves and their own abilities and knowledge. One of the key ingredients to doing well on homework assignments and exams is to be confident in oneself. Confidence leads to perseverance and tenacity, but it is often the first quality that is lost when a student is having trouble in school. I believe that by helping my...
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University of Washington - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Matthew: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...am also a part-time professor of philosophy. My academic interests range from medieval Scholasticism to contemporary issues in bioethics and law. I believe that tutoring is not only about the transfer of knowledge between the tutor and the student, but also a transfer of skills, which would help the student learn how to find the answer himself or herself and to solve whatever academic problems come his or her way. Equally, important is demonstrating the...
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The University of St Thomas - Bachelors, Philosophy
The University of St Thomas - Masters, Philosophy
Ricardo: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...hear what the student wants and then figures what to work on in order to get there. I've been both a student and teacher of guitar, and I try to take that teaching style into my tutoring. I never start by explaining material or by "simplifying" it (because that usually means repeating it again and again!) but by listening to the student and finding out exactly the student already knows and what his or her...
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Stanford - Bachelors, American Studies
University of Rochester - Masters, American History
Kelli: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...teaching! I got my undergrad and masters degrees in 5 years combined with a GPA of 3.4-3.5, and scored in the 90-95th percentiles on my SAT, GMAT, and CPA. Whether I'm teaching undergraduate accounting classes, training staff accountants, or explaining concepts to fellow students during study sessions, I greatly enjoy articulating concepts and puzzling out the best way to engage learners and convey information in an accessible way. I love seeing the lightbulb moments when...
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Texas AM University - Bachelors, Accounting
Texas AM University - Masters, Finance
Mary: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...women, (such as my grandmother) in the kitchen. I love to write, and love helping students write as creatively as possible within the parameters of their schoolwork. I’m committed to making learning as fun and enjoyable. Having been an occasionally reluctant learner, I believe that most people are happiest when they feel that they’re learning independently, and are empowered enough to make their education their own. I want to help students create this sense of...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Plan II Honors
Rimma: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...courses. Last year, I earned my M.Ed. in Reading Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University. I have also recently completed a teacher certification program at Judson University. I have several years of experience working with students from pre-K to high school in the areas of Reading, Writing and Language Arts, as well as Math and ACT/SAT preparation. I have worked with students of varying abilities, including those with learning difficulties and gifted students. I grew...
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Lake Forest College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Music
Concordia University-Ann Arbor - Masters in Education, Curriculum & Instruction: Reading
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Jerry: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...help with their daily homework. Since high school, I've tutored and mentored students in all areas of STEM including Math, Science, and anything Computer Science/Technology related. I'm qualified to tutor in various academic subjects as well as ACT prep. But based on my past software engineering internship experiences at Apple and Microsoft, I am most confident in tutoring Computer Science topics ranging from specific coding languages to data structures, algorithms and coding projects. Outside of...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Zachary: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
What's up! I am a recent graduate of WashU with a major in Biology with plans of applying to medical school. I am an expert in mathematics and the natural sciences, and love helping students discover these subjects. I am cool, down to earth, and funny, and enjoy making connections with students.
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Biomedical Sciences
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Onion Creek is a neighborhood in Austin, Texas, 10 miles from downtown. The neighborhood got its name from a creek that begins in Hays County and empties into the Colorado River. The neighborhood is home to over 2,000 residents.
Ranked seventh in the state of Texas, Liberal Arts and Science Academy High School (LASA) is part of the Austin Independent School District. Private tutors in Onion Creek can provide you online or in-home tutoring instruction to assist with a challenging course or test prep. Online or in-person Onion Creek tutoring might help you stay on top of your test prep, too. Austin is home to several top universities, including the University of Texas at Austin, Concordia University Texas, and St. Edward's University. If you seek online or in-home private tutoring for test prep and general subject instruction from Onion Creek, TX, tutors, you could potentially increase your odds of getting into top schools like these.
This neighborhood is home to the Onion Creek Club, which offers golf, tennis, fitness programs, a pool, and dining. There is also a summer camp for kids and summer swim lessons. The luxurious event facilities have stunning views of the golf course, and are available to rent for special events. In the summer, gather in the pool at dusk for a movie shown on a large floating screen. This event includes unlimited popcorn and a complimentary buffet for the kids. Just outside of the neighborhood is McKinney Falls State Park, where Onion Creek flows over rocks and ledges, creating beautiful waterfalls and rapids. You can explore the park's nine miles of hiking trails as well as the remains of an old rock shelter and a Texas homestead. You can set up camp for the weekend at one of the 81 campsites or rent one of the six cabins available in the park. Fishing and swimming are both permitted in Onion Creek, and fishing gear can be borrowed through the Tackle Loaner Program. The park also offers Ranger Programs for kids, who can borrow an Explorer Pack full of tools and get a free activity journal. There is also a large group recreation hall that can be rented out for weddings and parties. The hall is equipped with a full kitchen, outdoor grill, and seating area. The park hosts several events throughout the year, including night hikes, where you can explore McKinney Falls under the stars and catch glimpses of nocturnal wildlife.
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We edited the essay that we drafted last week. We did some general editing and then focused in on one paragraph specifically. For Wednesday she will go back over the essay and start to implement the changes in the other paragraphs.
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Today the student and I reviewed his last English and Science sections and then more math problems. He is going to take one more full length practice ACT before next week and then we'll have one last day to review anything he wants to next week. He has increased his overall score to a 24 (yay!) and I think it could go up even higher than that. He does well with math, but still needs to review the skills that he has learned in his previous classes.
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Getting to know you (family, schedules, availability, expectations, etc.): Completed a session with the student to better understand what she has covered and what her ability level is. Did a few practice problems from the math practice exam for assessment, as well as reviewing the formula reference sheet. Completed a short sample from the reading practice exam and answered a few questions. We discussed books she has read for leisure and school in order for me to gain some ideas for creating constructed response practice questions.
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Discussed acid-base equilibrium problems with the student that were assigned from her text book. We looked at the same packet from her teacher as mentioned prior and she completed all the problems her teacher had recommended for that chapter. Also looked at worksheets from class to review problems she did not understand. Overall, after two lessons on acid/base equilibrium/buffers/solubility, we have covered a range of problems and she is ready to focus on the next section.
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During today's session we continued going over the diagnostic test. We spent a lot of time on science, as that was the student's weakest section. We began discussing ways in which the student can work on determining the answer with more efficiency so she has a chance to answer all of the questions.
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The student and I went over some more acids and bases, including the distinction between weak acids and weak bases. We also spent some time working through buffers and ICE charts, completing a HW worksheet for her class.
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