Barbara
Certified Tutor
...in summer, 2013. I'm spending my time in DC as an intern in the health policy and advocacy field and I'm looking forward to helping lots of students meet their academic goals! I have experience tutoring at all levels, from elementary school through college, and in a wide variety of subjects, from biology and math...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Brooks
Certified Tutor
I have a Masters in French from Middlebury College and spent a year studying in Paris. My language learning background is in full immersion, meaning I've spent several weeks speaking only French, even to native English speakers. My interests include grammar, literature and pronunciation.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, French, English, Journalism
Master of Arts, French
SAT Writing: 780
Alexis
Certified Tutor
...Does your child say he or she just doesn't like to read? Perhaps they haven't found the right books, the genre that excites them or the author that "speaks" to them. Perhaps they're reading books that are too hard and getting lost in the language, or too easy and losing interest. Or, they haven't yet...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Religion
Master of Arts, English
State Certified Teacher
Caitlin
Certified Tutor
...have edited application essays for numerous graduate school applicants, several of whom were accepted to their top choice programs. I have also tutored undergraduate and graduate students who requested support throughout long-term written projects such as term papers and theses. I enjoy tutoring any subject that involves writing, and I have found great satisfaction in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
Mrig
Certified Tutor
...enjoy and enjoy working with. In college I began tutoring Somali refugees in Burlington, VT in English Acquisition, and also spent some time teaching Guitar. Although I have a broad range of subjects to offer, I most enjoy tutoring Language, History, Social Studies and Literature, as these subjects are closest to my own academic pursuits...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Verbal: 710
SAT Writing: 740
Lindsey
Certified Tutor
...summary of my educational philosophy: Know your subject and your audience. Observe and listen. Communicate clearly and honestly. Hold and articulate high, achievable goals and standards. Scaffold and tailor instruction to meet individual needs. Provide regular, structured, personalized feedback. Acknowledge what has been done well and achieved. Indicate areas and provide help to improve. Be...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Robbie
Certified Tutor
...to him, practiced with him and trained him throughout the process on an individual basis although I have no formal training in this field. I have knowledge of the PSAT and SAT as I took both as part of my college application process. Furthermore, I followed the SAT prep tests online but also took personalized...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, French Literature and Music
Margaret
Certified Tutor
...some of my favorite to teach! I have additional experience with ESL students and those with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, ADHD and cognitive impairments. Language arts are a true passion of mine, both academically and professionally. As a bilingual writer for the State Department and two publishing companies, I've learned effective writing skills I love...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Religion
Master of Arts, French
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800
Hudson
Certified Tutor
...wide assembly of academic pursuits. I believe that tutoring is not just about rote memorization but hinges on developing a personal relationship with the student. From helping to craft Common Application responses, to ACT/SAT preparation, to challenging math courses, to writing analytical essays, I strive to make the overwhelming seem intuitive. My favorite things in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Political Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Emily
Certified Tutor
...part of my teaching philosophy. I have experience working with students from elementary school through adulthood, and I've also worked in the editorial departments of various publishing organizations, including WW Norton and the New England Review. Helping others develop the skills in reading, critical thinking, and writing that they need to succeed is my passion....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English and American Literatures
Beth
Certified Tutor
...in a high school there, working once again with 11th graders and Freshmen. During my 10 year teaching tenure, I engaged in a lot of one on one conferencing of essays with my students, and coached many Seniors on their college application essays. I left the classroom to raise my three children; now that they...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theater Arts
Master of Arts, English
Jed
Certified Tutor
...Middlebury College to finish my B.A. degree, I both taught and tutored for after-school centers in Taiwan working with children from a young elementary level up to high school and even college students. My other position was as an education consultant for university applications where I taught advanced writing workshops to working professionals. Through my...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Cody
Certified Tutor
...ranging from workshops on Creative Writing and Gender Identity at the Exploration High School Summer Program at Yale to Theatre classes with elementary school students in Madrid, Spain all the way to EFL and public speaking courses with Somali-Bantu refugees in Burlington, Vermont and have found that my strengths as a teacher lie in the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English and American Literatures
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
John William
Certified Tutor
...sustainable programs in preventative healthcare and education! After Peace Corps I helped launch a technology startup in New York City that partnered with taxi drivers. I absolutely love tutoring and sharing my passion for a variety of subjects including math, history, economics and Spanish! I have extensive experience tutoring all ages, including adults and my...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics, History
GRE Quantitative: 170
GRE Verbal: 163
Hannah
Certified Tutor
...became a registered nurse, nurse-midwife, and women's health nurse practitioner. I am passionate about teaching and education, and while I am no longer in the classroom full time, I find that the education and counseling I provide to my patients is still the most fulfilling part of my work. I believe personalization, trust, and respect...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Science, Nursing
Ava
Certified Tutor
...where I majored in History. I love the mountains, play the cello, and most importantly, love working one on one with students to help them achieve their goals. At Middlebury I worked at the Center for Teaching and Learning developing individualized study plans for students as well as working with them on their writing. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Masters in Education, Education
Rafael
Certified Tutor
...enriching experiences, including a semester abroad in France. It was there when I knew that discovering another language meant discovering another culture and another way of viewing the world, which has been a very sensitizing and enlightening experience for me. I believe that this is something everyone should be exposed to, especially in the times...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, French Language and Literature
Master of Arts, French Language and Literature
Elizabeth
Certified Tutor
...village school, I had few resources. I developed my own curriculum based on the skills I saw my students needed most and created teaching material that made lessons dynamic and fun. The level of need I saw in my neighbors, students and colleagues motivated me to go beyond my primary teaching assignment and explore a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 740
Lee
Certified Tutor
...extremely diverse group of clients ranging from language study for adults, test preparation for rising seniors, and peer tutoring at the college level. This past year I worked on staff as the part time geometry tutor at Red Cedar Middle School. I have three siblings and I love young children. I worked as a camp...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Math: 700
Katherine
Certified Tutor
...six weeks! For the interim 10 months each year, I tutored, worked with refugees and immigrants on job readiness, and assisted with database management at a non-profit. I love reading, writing, traveling (both locally and internationally), learning new languages, sports, dancing (especially Lindy Hop!), and spending time with husband, family and friends. I look forward...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Spanish; International Studies
Current Grad Student, Spanish
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