Certified Tutors From University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

...is to first discuss the assignment with the student, read the assignment prompt and then read the student's essay. I work top-down; that is, I look for higher level problems, and a fully developed thesis statement and/or clear supporting evidence, before looking at mechanical issues such as grammar and spelling. This method is student-centered, and...

...memorization. Different individuals learn some things better than others and it is about finding a way to make that information important or real based on your personal memory recall. For example, do not ever make me change a tire... Though I have seen it done multiple times, I never had to do it myself so...

...tutoring since 2008. I've helped 1000+ students to improve their understanding in general chemistry, biology (especially in genetics, anatomy, and microbiology), most physics courses, organic chemistry, math (algebra, geometry, and pre-calc), ACT, GRE, DAT, MCAT, and other test prep. I have a level 1 & 2 tutor certification from the College Learning and Reading Association....

...in Cell and Molecular Biology along with a minor in Chemistry. After that, I'll be busy focusing on preparing my application to medical school! This is my second semester working as a tutor with Panther Academic Support Services on UWM's campus, and I really do love my job; I love being able to share my...

...Arts in Sociology and International Studies, including one year of study in Kenya. After graduating, I worked for several years as a systems analyst for a medical software company, and later for a children's hospital. This fall, I began a master's program in Cultural Foundations of Education. I teach ESL as part of my practicum...

...Arts degrees in French and Spanish. I have experience teaching college-level French and grade-school Spanish, and I love teaching both languages. Learning a new language can be a challenging experience, but I believe the key to success is motivation. For this reason, I keep my students interested and focused with fun, exciting lesson plans. I...

...of Education in Instructional Technology from Cardinal Stritch University. I have taught at St. Thomas More High School in Milwaukee for 16 years. I enjoy working with students of all ages and abilities. I particularly enjoy tutoring because learning goals are more easily realized in a low student to teacher ratio. When I am not...

...African studies. During this period, I started tutoring at my school's academic success center. I truly enjoy helping students understand the content necessary to succeed in their academic endeavors, but I also offer my students study and organization tips that will carry over to various aspects of their lives. Currently, I am pursuing my Master's...

...of roles. As a tutor, teacher's aide, and teacher, I have worked with students of every age from preschool to adult. I have worked with English language learners in the United States and Japan, tutored middle school, high school, and college students, and worked as a full-time classroom teacher. While my strongest areas are reading...

I am a retired elementary school teacher. I taught for the past 15 years in grades 3-6. I currently hold a Wisconsin State Teaching Licence for grades 1-6, and have completed a Master's Degree in Education in 2010. I enjoy working one-on-one with children and helping them reach their goals. ... Reading comprehension starts with understanding that reading requires more than just decoding words. It involves making meaning from the text. In order to do this,...

I am a retired Bilingual, Spanish as a Foreign Language and ESL still certified teacher. I also retired as a School Administrator. A great tutor is a person who makes sure the subject matter has been understood, checks for understanding, re-teaches if necessary and checks for learning again until the student has mastered knowledge.... Introduce myself, ask for his/her name and find out their interest in learning and the subject they need help with, finding out...

...and achieve academic success is a passion of mine . I look forward to meeting and working with new students! I have been an elementary school teacher for nearly thirty years with a proven track record. When I'm not teaching or tutoring you can find me on the ballroom floor dancing up a storm.... I'd like to get to know the student's likes, dislikes, strengths, and weaknesses, so I do some informal assessing of these areas.

...however, it is good language to have on you when traveling to German speaking nations. The reason for this, is because the more effort you put towards the language and the people who speak it, the better your trip there will be. You like it when people know how to speak English? Now wouldn't it...

...the end, math will always be a subject I enjoy. I began tutoring as a 3rd year student with UWM's Panther Academic Support Services and really enjoyed it. I love being able to share my enthusiasm for learning with others! My goal is to simplify problems for students and help them relate to the material....

I believe in the power of education.... Believe in yourself. You have the power to do great things. If you work hard and try your best, you can achieve anything you want. I can help guide you, but you have to put in the work.... Ask them questions to understand what they know, what they need help with, and what will be the best way to approach the tutoring sessions

...those around me. Helping other people is important to me and I hope to be able to help you achieve your educational goal. I hold a BS degree in Biological Science and a MA degree in Education. I had a career in the pharmaceutical industry for 15 years before teaching high school biology for 11...

...the University of Michigan to instructing summer courses on college-application essays to tutoring elementary students as a Peace Corps volunteer in ThailandI continue to see the power of critical thinking when fueled by curiosity. I believe that this coupling of curiosityor "inquiry," as some of us call itand textual analysis can change the world. Being...

My name is Cortney and I hope to share my love of learning with my students. My interests vary widely, but my expertise includes Art History (of which I am a Ph.D. student), SAT and ACT prep, college prep, reading and writing. I am also proficient in mathematics up to college algebra. ... I make it a priority to help my students identify their learning style and then show them appropriate techniques to improve their study...

...spent twenty seven years as a teacher covering all grades Kindergarten through eight either as a classroom teacher or a reading teacher. My bachelor's degree is from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I have a master's degree with a reading focus from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I have a master's degree in education administration from Marian...

...will always try to teach a math skill so students have multiple ways to come to an answer and they have a complete understanding of what is going on. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee with a degree in Middle Childhood -Early Adolescence Education. I have taught in Milwaukee Public Schools for the...