Ashley
Certified Tutor
...University of Pennsylvania. I received my Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Special Education there. Since graduating from college, I was an elementary special education for four years in South Carolina. I specifically taught Reading, Written Expression, and Math intervention. My teaching/tutoring philosophy is that all children have the ability to learn and succeed and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Elementary/Special Education
State Certified Teacher
Brittany
Certified Tutor
...and law. I am passionate about the language arts, and I might have been the only 8th grade student ever to be excited about diagramming sentences! I believe in a more relaxed method of teaching because frustration can occur easily while learning. By breaking down the material into pieces, I believe the difficulties a student...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mass Media Arts, Journalism, and Communication Studies
Masters, Juris Doctor
Jason
Certified Tutor
...the lives of others. If you're looking to improve your skills with algebra, I'm sure I can help! When I'm not tutoring, I spend my time playing with my nieces and nephews, educating myself on various social and environmental issues, and playing games. I collect retro video games and I make a really mean potato...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
Heather
Certified Tutor
My personal statement is that I should be teaching students tools to learn, not just facts. How we learn is just as important as WHAT we learn.... My teaching philosophy has always been to meet a students needs. Teaching according to HOW they learn.... I typically build a positive rapport with my students. Having a common ground is necessary for learning as well as teaching.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementary Education
Current Grad Student, Masters Reading
Kevin
Certified Tutor
I think it's important to help out and give back to my community. I enjoy teaching and seeing that light of understanding come on in a persons eye when they grasp a concept they were having problems with before.... Introduce ourselves and backgrounds, and then see where the beginning competencies are and what needs worked on.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Linda
Certified Tutor
...30 years. I have taught all grade levels. I love to teach! I was a tutor for Sylvan on-line and enjoyed the students that I became acquainted with. I have twins, a boy and a girl, that are 25. My daughter is a teacher and an artist and my son is a welder... My philosophy is that every child has the right to learn. Every child is an individual, and their needs should be met. My...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementary Education
Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
Masters, Early Childhood Education
Sasha
Certified Tutor
...the outdoors, yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. Dedicated to literacy, at-risk youth, and inclusive best practices. I have been teaching for the past 17 years in public education. I am certified in English 6-12 and Special Education pre-K-12. I am a college professor at Rowan University. Currently I am a Low Incidence Specialist for students with...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
PHD, Curriculum and Instruction
Art
Certified Tutor
...others, for encouraging others, and assisting others in being the best that they can be while reaching their goals for academics and career advancements. I possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Clarion University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. I have...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Master of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy
Jerry
Certified Tutor
...chemist who graduated cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. I also have three years of graduate-level chemistry, physics, and mathematics coursework from Temple University. As an undergraduate, I tutored many peers in math and science and developed an understanding of how to effectively communicate ideas and concepts in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
non degree, Analytical Chemistry
Jennifer
Certified Tutor
Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Biology, General
Doctor of Philosophy, Plant Sciences, General
Joshua
Certified Tutor
...about a year now in various settings. I attended Clarion University to become a high school math teacher. My goal is to help every student connect mathematics to the world they live in and understand already, so that they can better understand mathematics. I have taught Calculus II, 7th grade math, and everything in between...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Teacher Education
Masters in Education, Mathematics Teacher Education
Jerry
Certified Tutor
...modes of learning and helps students better understand themselves as learners and critical thinkers. I understand that the challenge of helping students become more thoughtful and independent learners is much more daunting than merely sharing information with them or simply showing them the way. However, it was this very challenge that initially intrigued me and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Stephanie
Certified Tutor
...an art form than a career. After being in business for many years, something didn't feel right; there was a missing piece in my life. It wasn't until I started traveling the world that I knew I needed more from my career. After teaching at a rural orphanage in Kenya, it became more than a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Business Communications
Master of Arts, Journalism
Nate
Certified Tutor
...I am a junior at Clarion University. I am currently earning my BSED in Secondary English Education, along with a minor in acting. My aim is to improve your confidence and independence in your studies, as well as to boost your grades in a short span of time. My role is to support, guide, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Education, Education
Samantha
Certified Tutor
I started my career with the intention of getting a PhD in molecular neurobiology, and developed a passion for education. I would love to help you grow as a learner as I continue to grow as an educator.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Master of Arts Teaching, Early Childhood Education
GRE Verbal: 163
Kevin
Certified Tutor
I have been an educator for the past 11 years. I have had great success helping underprivileged students to enter college and continue their education. Every student is capable with the right motivation and help.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Social Studies Teacher Education
Timothy
Certified Tutor
...years of experience, I am excited about the opportunity to apply my skills and experience and passion for teaching with 'Varsity Tutors.' In addition to my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary, I also have six years of experience teaching in the field of Special Education - per my Masters Degree. I have also had the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Education
Master of Arts, Education
Shannon
Certified Tutor
...I live in Altoona, Pennsylvania. I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from Pennsylvania State University. I have taught elementary school for the past 17 years and have taught in 1st grade for the past 14 years. I have experience teaching students one on one for the past 17 years. I was also...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Certificate, Curriculum and Instruction
Kevin
Certified Tutor
...University and a current graduate student at Clarion University, I believe I am a kind-hearted, friendly, professional, and caring individual. I am extremely passionate about teaching, I find this position personally satisfying and beneficial to the students I work with. The knowledge I've learned in my academic career thus far is something that I want...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, Library and Information Science
Alicia
Certified Tutor
...State University and then attended Clarion University were I earned a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. I am a Kindergarten through 6th grade certified teacher. Through my experience with tutoring, I have tutored students of all grades and have covered all academic areas. I believe that all students want to learn and can learn. It's...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
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