Certified Tutors From University of Georgia

...degrees in English: a BA and MA from the University of Georgia and a Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee. I have also published material in the academic area, including co-editing a collection of essays (and contributing a chapter of my own) on Susanne Collins's _The Hunger Games_. I am currently working on a short...

...believe that a great tutor is helpful, kind and encouraging, works at a comfortable pace, explains concepts in a way that the student can understand, changes her teaching style if something is not working, and always tries to find fun, engaging ways to help students learn the material. A superior tutor does all these things,...

...content is difficult or the student is frustrated. Getting to know my students, their interests, strengths, and weaknesses is how I help them learn and see the importance in what they are learning. Each session is personalized to the student's needs and personality to make it as productive and interactive as possible.... This is part art, part science. In the beginning it is important to learn to relate to the student. This goes for both personality...

...am most focused on LSAT/law school related subjects and psychology. I believe we never truly stop learning, and have found that I learn best when helping others to learn - whether dealing with academics, hobbies, or just life lessons. In my free time I enjoy reading, watching movies, and playing board games with friends.

...she needs and what methods of teaching work best for them. I always hold my students and myself accountable, expecting a reasonable amount of progress over a period of time from us both. I always do my best to integrate fun and play as I teach, so that the work for the students stays as...

I have experience mentoring and tutoring elementary, high school, and law students. I'm patient, enjoy learning, and I am passionate about helping students learn and better themselves.

...was published in US News and World Report. I am currently pursuing my juris doctorate (JD) at the University of Georgia School of Law. While an undergraduate, I was a teaching assistant for a political writing and research course and an Islamic studies course. As part of this, I did extensive proofreading and editing of...

...where I felt under prepared and lost. Through much work and research about study skills, proper test preparation, and test taking strategies, I eventually have reached a level where I am comfortable assessing my own test readiness and how to best strengthen my academic weaknesses. I believe that through my own personal experiences, I have...

...several shows, and delivering speeches to different groups. Although I tutor in a broad variety of subjects, my passion lies in the teaching of writing, reading, drama, and public speaking. I find that the best way to engage students is by connecting what they are working on to their personal experiences. I believe that one...

...social sciences as well as critical reading and writing of all kinds. My passion, however, lies with economics and the LSAT. Economics holds a special interest to me because it seeks to explain how decisions are made, whether by nations, businesses or individuals. As someone who plans to attend law school, I spent countless hours...

...and learning styles, and I try to get to know my students on a personal level. School can be extremely draining, especially for students who don't particularly enjoy academia, so I do my best to make the curriculum as easy to understand and enjoyable as possible. Outside of tutoring, I am an avid reader and...

...many biology and microbiology laboratory classes. Tutoring strategies: -create a non-threatening environment where my students feel comfortable asking questions -when in doubt draw it out (helps with memory) -videos to help with understanding concepts I have also mentored students at the K-12 and college levels. So not only will we go over science topics we can...

...language, and Greek and Roman culture. My personal favorite topic is Roman religion, which is a bit of a specialty of mine, as well as Roman poetry. My favorite authors are Catullus, Vergil, Seneca (his tragedies, not his philosophy), and Livy. My approach to both tutoring and teaching is to equip my students with the...

...Georgia in 2007. The last year of my studies I participated in a student exchange at the Universitt Heidelberg in Germany. After one year there, I continued to live and work in Germany for four years. I taught English as a foreign language and earned a CELTA teaching certificate offered through Cambridge's ESL program. In...

...best to meet the needs of the families I work with, and I am always honest with whoever I work with. During my spare time I enjoy watching and playing sports, going to the movies, and being involved with church activities. I am excited about the possibility of helping students succeed in math.

...about helping students improve their SAT scores (specifically the Critical Reading and Writing sections), and I love editing essays. I have edited countless essays throughout my academic career--essays for specific classes, college applications, and even job applications. I love taking someone's writing and helping them rephrase sentences, fix grammatical errors, and ensure the most effective...

...Georgia with a B.A. in Classical Culture and B.A. in Classical Languages (Latin) and minors in French and Dance. I have been a teacher for over six years, and I always strive to connect with my students to help them build confidence and learn the material and skills that they need to be successful. In...

...enthusiasm and learning. These projects included the production of a 20-minute play, an "American Idol"- style competition, and a host of creative writing assignments. I also worked with students to prepare them for the nation-wide standardized tests, meeting with pedagogical advisers and test administrators for training and preparation. As a requirement of my fellowship, I...

...community. Turning a person's goal into reality is the greatest thrill I've known! Similarly, I spent two semesters as a mentor at the Thomas Lay After-School Program in Athens, GA. There, I both tutored and befriended the children of the program. My favorite memory occurred during mandatory reading hours. A stubborn, apathetic boy refused to...

...and effort. He did what other Spanish teachers had not done before - push me to a whole new level. I studied harder. Began speaking more. Started listening to the radio in Spanish. I brought my grade up, and he made a deal with me. Don't come to class - I want to work with...