Certified Tutors From University of Wisconsin-Madison

...ESL in South Korea. During that time and since, I've been fortunate to tutor students of all ages and in a variety of subjects. I received a BA in International Relations and Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and more recently completed my MBA program at the University of Southern California. My business school classmates...

...the way I explained things to them in detail and also the fact that I pushed them to being independent but being there for them when needed. I obviously do not have a strong tutoring experience, but I know I have a penchant for the biological sciences and skills in reading and writing, which would allow...

...became a tutor. I love helping people achieve things they want to do. One of my main objectives as a tutor is to help students understand the big picture about why whatever they are learning about matters. I have found that if you understand why you are learning something, remembering the details is much easier....

...much about ourselves, and through understanding, we can learn valuable lessons in both individuality and community. From there, we use the written word to express ourselves, sharing how we fit in, as individuals, into the wider world that has been so accurately drawn through literature for millennia. I am a tutor because I want to...

...in English Literature and Writing, along with more recent (and successful) coursework in premedical studies including college-level Math, Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Organic Chemistry, I am well-equipped to tutor students in a multitude of subject areas. This past year, I tutored college students in General Chemistry. This year, I will be continuing to do some...

...clarify the most complex problems, transforming impossibly tedious and confounding coursework into an exciting and manageable challenge. I do this by relating the latest discoveries and personal anecdotes to the subject matter, making the ancient, esoteric theories tangible and fresh. When I am not reading and writing about science, or planning strategies to make math...

...middle school students in Math. After that, I studied Library and Information Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. When I studied there, I tutored a high school student in Mandarin. I enjoy using stories in Chinese history and folklore while tutoring Mandarin. Because I believe that practice using a foreign language should be fun, I...

...a Certificate of Tutoring ESL from the Madison Literacy Council. Since graduating I have lived abroad in Russia, working in business and teaching and tutoring. I have experience with adults and youth of all ages, though mostly with older kids. I have instructed one-on-one and in group settings. I excel at anything 'logic based'- Analytical...

...the University of Wisconsin-Madison. While in college, I spent a year at the University of Seville in Spain. As a tutor and teacher, my first goal is to tap into my students' curiosity and show them how what they are studying gives them access to another world besides their own. I love to see students...

...about empowering the students by building their personal confidence and academic abilities. I have a background in Math and Science and am getting my PhD minor in Statistics and Research Design. I also received my Bachelor's degree at the University of California - Irvine in Comparative Literature. While I tutor a broad range of subjects,...

...is cosmetology and I imagine I am slightly under qualified for a position as your beauty product tutor. I have spent time tutoring Introductory Physics courses both as a private tutor and as a member of UW - Madison's Physics Learning Center. Physics, Astronomy, and Mathematics are far richer than collections of equations in classrooms...

...the Center for Mexican American Studies in American Studies, Mexican American Studies, and Women's and Gender Studies. My courses are writing intensive and promote critical thinking, reading, and analytical skills. I stress to my students the importance of developing strong written and oral communication skills, as well as applicable skill sets that will translate in...

...informal classroom question and answer sessions. I worked in a research lab after earning an undergraduate research fellowship and explored Physiology at the School of Medicine. Then went on to study Toxicology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. While there a decision appeared clear between focusing on research or teaching. I like teaching better. I...

...between molecules; the knowledge of which all later chemistry subjects rely upon. In my experience teaching and tutoring, a mixture of conceptual discussions and problem solving has been most effective for helping struggling students. In addition, I have found that relating chemistry concepts and problems to topics that are familiar in our everyday lives is...

...I am easily able to pull items from my experiences to relate the material to the student and help assist in the learning process. I have a diverse background working as a stem cell researcher, QC microbiologist, and now a chef at a local restaurant. In my free time I train for triathlons, hike, and...

...the pedagogy of writing. I have worked individually and intensively with students on personal essays, research papers, position pieces, short stories, poems, writing portfolios, and more. I enjoy working with students at all stages of the writing process, from brainstorming and planning to revising and polishing. I believe that clear, creative, and efficient writing is...

...From my experience teaching swimming and skiing lessons in High School, I not only found that I enjoyed teaching, but I was also very good at it. This experience coupled with my passion for Math and Science sparked my interest in becoming a tutor. In my free time, I enjoy playing and watching sports, reading...

...Salvador. I am proficient in Spanish, including four months of intensive study at a Spanish language school, and am very familiar with how Spanish is taught in a classroom. Additionally, I have several months of experience tutoring in classrooms (especially middle school reading), and also have some experience tutoring the US naturalization test. I hope...

...Virginia Community College. For many years, I have been teaching and tutoring a variety of math and science courses, including Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, and other fundamental Science courses, both at high-school and college levels. I taught onsite, online, and blended courses, and got very good student evaluation. I am also a graduate of Teaching Excellence...

...have my CELTA certification, which means I have extra experience working with English Language Learners. Although I am certified to tutor many different subjects, my favorite subjects have always been Social Studies, History, English, and Literature. I am a voracious reader and trivia buff who especially enjoys science fiction, fantasy, and history books. I am...