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...the keys to unlock your learning potential. I have a J.D. and an undergraduate degree in Chemistry. Earlier in my career I was a certified secondary education teacher in math and physical sciences. I have tutored many students all the way from elementary school through college. I use examples from the everyday to bring schoolwork...

...Mexico, lived with native people and eaten real authentic food, which by the way I loved every bite of it (but again who doesn't love food!). My experience with students has been good because I help them understand in an easy way in order for them to grasp the concepts. My teaching philosophy would be...

I have a BS Biology degree at The University of Akron. I have tutored college students in the fields of Biology and Chemistry for over a year working for the University, and accumulated over 300 hours of personalized tutoring there. I have been a Learning Assistant for Biology and Anatomy & Physiology as well for...

...be in place for them advance academically. I hold a B.S. in Secondary Spanish Education and a Master's Degree in Educational Administration. I also hold Building Principal (PreK-12) and Superintendent certification. I have taught (high school Spanish) for the Akron Public Schools and the Columbus City Schools. I am currently serving my 14th year as...

...every math problem is a mini game. :) I believe that teachers should always be passionate and patient about the subject they are teaching. My favorite teachers have been the ones who are truly excited when they are conveying the lessons to their students. Teaching is not only a career that I'm pursuing after graduate...

...at the University of Akron studying Biomedical Engineering. I have been a tutor at the University's library for 2 years and this is where I found my passion for teaching others. I love math and I love to see others slowly fall in love with it too. Even if I can't make you fall in...

Strive to reach excellence and understanding in all that I do.... Understanding is power!... Get to know the student's character, personality and hobbies.... By trying to make them understand why and how the information is related to their everyday lives.... Stop and take a break! Then revisit once the student has had some time to think about the concept.

I have been a tutor for 6 years now and I really enjoy it! I would like to continue tutoring with Varsity Tutors! I am fun to work with, available evenings and weekends and also during the day 7 days a week. I look forward to helping students achieve academic success!... I teach according to how the student learns best. Some students are oral, some are aural, and some are visual learners. It is my duty to gauge how the student learns best.

My objective is to empower the students I teach with the tools to succeed so that they can achieve success independently.

...hands-on activities, and as many visuals as possible, rather than just reading off formulas or having students memorize definitions. I've found that it is also helpful to give students scenarios and examples that incorporate topics or hobbies they enjoy. In my experience, and despite what some people may initially believe, it is usually very easy...