...While a student at NYU, I took advantage of America Reads, a fantastic work-study opportunity where I was able to work as a classroom tutor and student teacher in several classrooms around Manhattan. I was also lucky enough to complete a semester abroad in Paris, where I took courses (taught in French) on culture, politics, and literature taught by professors from partnered universities including Sciences Po and the Sorbonne. My greatest passion is linguistics and...
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...Multivariable Calculus at UCR. I understand the concepts, but I can also explain them using applicable examples. Really, math is like a language; you need to know the basics before you get speaking fluently. Math can be difficult, but it can be even more fun once you get it. To me, chemistry is the perfect blend of science and math, which is great since I enjoy both! You can learn from the most basic atoms...
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I am a Mathematics and STEM focused tutor, teaching all levels, from elementary through college. I love supporting students in their learning and helping them succeed in school! I believe in hands-on learning and finding ways to connect concepts to what students understand already. I have two rules: 1) Always have FUN! 2) Follow rule number 1!
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I am a Vietnamese American UH alumni with a degree in Biology! I love kids and have great teaching strategies! I would love to help you or your child succeed in all their endeavors! I look forward to meeting you all! :)
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...along the traditional track. Years later, I transferred to the elementary level, where I had the pleasure of teaching in classrooms for students with special needs, as well as basic education settings. Throughout my teaching career, I've worked with students of all ages, in a wide variety of subjects. Regardless of the age or content, my greatest joy comes when I I see the incredible expression on a student's face that tells me, "Now I...
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...teaching and learned that each student has her or his own way of discovering the world around them. I acquired this knowledge through developing not only a passion for each student as a unique individual with a way of approaching the various concepts they must learn. My qualifications include a Masters degree in Human Communication with a bachelors in Bible and Communication with over four years of teaching experience within a variety of subject areas...
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...Tutor will give me solid skills and training to achieve that goal. In my personal and professional opinion, I believe fluency is acquired at different levels and specific situations, however, in order to be considered fluent in a foreign language, one must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend most if not all aspects of everyday speech including formal and informal circumstances. I have a strong passion to teach and apply languages beyond the...
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I am a recent graduate from the University of South Florida with a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders, focusing in Sign Language Interpreting. In my free time, I enjoy kayaking, hiking, reading, and Netflix. I do my best to learn new things every day and do my best to improve the lives of others.... My teaching philosophy is that, with enough effort, everyone can succeed. The path to success will be different for everyone, but...
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Hi! My name is Andrea and I am a Temple University student. I have recently interned for the School District of Philadelphia at their newly opened and innovated high school. I have experience with teaching preschool, tutoring reading, writing, math, and Spanish. My goal is to teach special education someday. I would love to hear from you if you feel as if this would be a match!... My teaching philosophy is that each child requires a...
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I am a former licensed educator with almost ten years' experience teaching and tutoring.... My number one priority is ensuring each individual student meets his/her goals. I adapt my teaching approach to meet the needs of each student, and I never lower my expectations in the face of challenges. I believe there are infinite ways to teach anything to anyone, and my aim is to find the best way for each student.... I would spend some...
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Hi! I'm Lojayn - a passionate reader and language enthusiast. I love helping children develop the skills necessary to become successful individuals.
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...Mathematics, Science, and English. I strongly believe that creating a strong foundation in fundamentals is essential for students, as this allows them to be propelled into success upon entering college. When teaching students, I prefer to take a collaborative approach by engaging with the student, understanding their unique learning style, and formulating a performable academic plan that is geared toward accomplishing their learning goals. I believe every student can complete anything they set their mind...
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I'm a senior studying American Sign Language and English, and those are the two main subjects I tutor in, as well as Speech. I love tutoring because learning has always been something I enjoy, and I want to make it as easy and fun for other people as possible. I've worked with kids from 2nd-12th grade, and I really strive to make sure that I adapt to each student's learning style.
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...a private school in Chicago where I received a B.A in Psychology. Chicago is where I grew up as a coda, a hearing child with deaf parents. It wasn't until adulthood that I develop a strong interest and passion for American Sign language. Since graduation I have worked with very young children, teaching and guiding them through their developmental milestones one child at a time. I owned a daycare/Pre-school for many years. Teaching them through...
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...Seattle area and work as an interpreter (American Sign Language/English/Spanish). To date, I hold a Master of Science in Computational Linguistics, a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, including computer science, mathematics, and Spanish. If you need help, let's work it out together! I can also provide tutoring services through American Sign Language (instead of English), if need be.
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...is play guitar. I came to Varsity Tutors to help people out with some of the classes that are hard to wrap around, hard to focus on, or just plain hard. I understand that at times it is really difficult to try again and again to get to a solution and never come up right. So I'm here to help out a bit, wherever I can. If you need a different way of looking at...
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...with a Mathematics Concentration from Niagara University. I also received a minor in Sign Language. I continued my education at Niagara to achieve my Master's Degree in Special Education 7-12. I have been teaching in a classroom for 3 years but have been working in a classroom atmosphere since 2012. My favorite subject to tutor is math. I really enjoy Sign Language and continue to teach it to my current students. I believe that students...
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...teacher. I have a BA in Services to the Deaf with a minor in Interpreting. I do some interpreting but have chosen to take the path of teaching ASL instead of interpreting it. I enjoy helping others that want to learn the language. If I had it my way..the whole world would know sign. I also am a reading tutor. I work for the booknook program that helps students with reading comprehension.
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...already taken multiple courses on how to teach elementary/middle school math and reading effectively, and have done very well. My teaching philosophy is to view students as individuals with their own goals and styles of learning. I emphasize the importance of understanding students on an individual basis and adapting my approach to fit their needs. My work in the special education field has taught me that flexibility and patience are key when working with students....
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American Sign Language Tutoring FAQ
General education requirements at both the high school and undergraduate levels often require students to master another language. For those who choose to pursue American Sign Language over the course of their studies, the unique nature of the subject may prove difficult. While many languages require students to master a new written system of communication, using foreign letters and characters, ASL requires students to become adept in a new form of visual communication. Adapting to the use of movement in place of verbal cues is a process that simply cannot be conveyed through a book, and impersonal online tutorials fail to provide useful interaction. For those wishing to improve their skills outside of the classroom, American Sign Language tutoring may be the best option. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with ASL tutors throughout the country, helping you build the knowledge to be successful in this challenging language.
While American Sign Language is, inherently, not foreign, it still bears many of the characteristics of languages outside of English. While some foreign studies highlight the use of different emphases and intonations, American Sign Language demands a focus on gesticulation and facial expression. Integrating your understanding of spoken English vocabulary, ASL phrases, and expressive behaviors can pose a challenge to becoming fluent in the language. The only truly effective way to master the dynamic aspects of American Sign Language is through interpersonal engagement, and private ASL tutoring can provide this.
Each tutoring session offers one-on-one interaction, meaning that your tutor can focus on improving your mastery of every aspect of the language. The personalized environment gives you the opportunity to receive immediate relevant feedback during your studies, and provides you with a partner with whom you can practice your developing skills. American Sign Language tutoring allows you to develop new vocabulary and exercise your communication skills. By regularly communicating and interacting with your tutor during lessons, you can easily begin to build the muscle memory necessary to become fluent in American Sign Language.
If you are falling behind in your ASL course, a private tutor is an excellent option because they can spend as much time with you as you need to work through any concepts you are having difficulties with. Your teacher likely doesn't have the time to slow down, especially when there is only one or a few students who are having trouble. A private tutor can be very beneficial, because they can give you the type of individualized attention you need to excel.
Varsity Tutors can help you connect with many talented instructors nationwide who can provide convenient and flexible lessons. Your tutor will work around your schedule, allowing you to choose meeting times and locations. Your lessons can even occur online, if you prefer. Varsity Tutors' live learning platform enables you to meet with your private tutor face-to-face online. This provides you with a lot of convenience and flexibility because it allows you to decide exactly when and where you would like to meet your tutor. So whether you feel most comfortable studying in your own home, at a local library, outdoors, or in your favorite restaurant or café, your private tutor is willing and able to meet you there.
When you contact Varsity Tutors, we will work to understand your particular learning style and familiarity with American Sign Language in order to help you connect with the right tutor to fit your unique needs. Whether you are learning the language for fun, as part of your academic requirements, or out of necessity, a tutor can help. Get in touch with our educational directors for more information about connecting with an ASL tutor in your area.
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Recent American Sign Language Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I worked on his study guide for his Mandarin test tomorrow. We were able to go through the whole thing with very little problem. He knows the material very well, and his speaking skill is excellent. We did get a chance to focus on pinyin as well, and help clear up some confusion for him. For a beginning student, he is doing great; we just need to continue to work on pinyin and distinguishing specific sounds.
Last week I assigned the student homework with ten questions. This week I checked her homework and she got everything right. Also, I asked to her to count 1-10 in Chinese and read all the Pinyins I've taught and she had no problem doing it. Also, when I asked her to translate animal words and other things to me, she had no problem with it. I was impressed.
We spent more time reviewing lessons 1, 2 and 3 to make sure the student had a good grasp of that content before moving on. I gave him translations from English to Chinese and vice versa, and we worked on pronunciation a little bit.
The student is a very good student who likes to ask questions. The student and I reviewed the material from previous lessons and discussed new materials for two lessons. The student also did completed practice problems for the new lessons.
Reviewed counting, days of the week, month , year. Had him translate some conversations into Japanese. Practiced the first 35 hiragana by writing them to reinforce learned vocabulary.
Today we started with a conversation about school, the weather, clothes, and food. We then segued into talking about leisure activities and things she likes and doesn't like to do. The student is continuing to show great improvement in her ability to hold a conversation without resorting to speaking. Her vocabulary is increasing which assists her in being able to talk about a wide variety of subjects. I did a lot of fingerspelling and gesturing to show her new signs today, instead of speaking the word, and she did well with picking them up.
