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...to study abroad in Costa Rica, where I was able to put nine years of Spanish education to practice. If you are looking for help with Spanish grammar, comprehension, or speaking-ability I can use my own command of the language to get you to the next level. Last, but not least, Colorado College's unique course...

...love helping students improve their essay writing abilities as well as approaching literature critically. As such, my main interests are in English, Literature, Public Speaking, and general Essay Writing. When I'm not gushing over literature, I'm an avid movie-goer; novice knitter; veteran skier; and nerd extraordinaire. Overall, you will find me an impassioned, but patient...

...for language and start to make connections between the texts that they read and their own lives. I earned my B.A. from Colorado College, graduating magna cum laude; Sociology was my major and Art History was my minor. After graduating, I spent two years working with scholars in a high-performing Denver elementary school. I am...

...worked as a fellow in the admissions office at Colorado College, where I interviewed prospective students and evaluated admissions essays. I then received my M.Ed. from the University of Virginia is Educational Psychology in 2013, specializing in motivation and fostering a “growth mindset” in children. During this time, I provided supplemental math support at an...

...working with younger students, including teaching English to first and seventh graders in Peru. My favorite subject to tutor is writing. I believe in allowing students to work through things and discuss them with me along the way rather than simply giving them the answers. In my free time I like to read books, write,...

...the University of Colorado, Boulder. I have been a middle and high school classroom teacher for 11 years, teaching Social Studies and English. I have 6 years of experience teaching Reading Intervention to students that were 2 to 8 years below grade level. These students averaged nearly 3 years of growth per year in my...

...grammar, which kept the students interested and engaged. After saying that I wanted to teach, the next question has often been "Why?" Again the answer is simple being in education for me is an extremely fulfilling experience. While in college, I took multiple teaching methods courses, where I received instruction in--among other things--lesson planning and...

...experience, it is am amazing experience when you learn enough of another language to use it, to make it work for you. It takes a lot of time regardless, but it can take less time depending on how much you put in. Putting in the effort to master Spanish is one of the accomplishments I...

...and educate have grown continuously. As an undergraduate student, I volunteered as a high school tutor, and upon graduation I worked full time as a tutor and mentor in Los Angeles through AmeriCorps, a Federal service organization. Developing individualized lesson plans and designing specialized curriculum for gifted students is a strength of mine. I am...

...on study techniques, students can find the confidence they need to thrive, even in subject where they once struggled. In high-school I struggled with organizational skills and study skills. Since that time I have developed skills that work well for me. I believe that with my experience, I can help guide students in developing their...