I have extensive experience in education, from coaching basketball to teaching English and math, and I specialize in finding the right approach for each student's unique needs. My goal is to create engaging, personalized lessons that build confidence, strengthen skills, and help students reach their academic potential.
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...of study. In each lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative activities, etc. - to ensure (1) a deep understanding of academic content and (2) an engaging, fun, authentic interaction with each subject area. Likewise, as a Teacher and Tutor, I focus on problem solving; developing real, concrete skills and strategies that students can put into their mental "toolboxes" for times that they are tasked with real world problems...
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...all ages, ranging from elementary school to college students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and test prep are the subjects I'm particularly passionate about tutoring, as I've always loved those...
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...an intern for web input whilst I prepare for the credential program. I have also been involved in various extracurricular pursuits: honing my jewelry-making skills, Creative Writing, photographing the beautiful National Parks of Western America, and playing on co-ed volleyball and basketball teams. I have a strong interest in working with teens and young adults, having spent six years as an educational assistant, or what most would call a "tutor." I have worked with undergrad...
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...mathematics eventually led to virtual tutoring through Florida Virtual School where I tutored over 150 hours in Pre-Calculus, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and Chemistry. I love to teach because it lets me share my enthusiasm for mathematics and science with other students and helps me get a deeper understanding of material that is useful for my higher level mathematics and physics courses. As a tutor, I break down complicated problems into manageable concepts so...
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...1980 Berber Spring in Algeria and 2011 Libyan Revolution. During a semester abroad in Paris, I tutored elementary school children as an English language assistant. While at Wesleyan, I also worked as an ESL instructor, tutoring a Moroccan immigrant and helping him to gain citizenship and employment. Education has given me the opportunity to find what I am passionate about, and I hope to help others gain that same opportunity through tutoring. I tutor in...
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...pursue speech therapy as my career out of my love of mentoring and fascination with language. I had my own humble beginnings in South Florida juggling AP tests and marching band at Cypress Bay High School, where I first had the opportunity to learn from and teach my peers subjects ranging from Calculus to English Literature to Jazz Theory. I will be returning to Boston in the Fall to pursue an MS in Speech-Language Pathology...
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...where they begin noticing that they are making progress, they begin really believing in their ability to do the work independently and they are more likely to be excited about their academics! Also, I know from experience that a good tutor is capable of helping a student through a specific subject or class; but, a great tutor can transform the way a student operates in all of their academic work and prepare them to be...
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...where I am a student in the Reading & Literacy program. Currently, I am an elementary and middle school teacher in New York City. I have experience working with diverse student populations and believe that all students can become lifelong learners regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. As a former fifth grade teacher and current fourth grade teacher, I have experience teaching math, writing, reading, science, and social studies. My teaching and management...
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...my own academic success. And so, I am more than happy to share my study strategies, techniques, and tips with students. My strengths lie within the sciences (e.g. AP Biology, Biochemistry, AP Chemistry), followed by mathematics. I also enjoy teaching and tutoring Latin. Believe me when I say it's a beautiful language! During my pursuit of an M.D. degree, I have acquired a minor of Psychology, which has taught me to help others with a...
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...and reading comprehension. My tutoring style is informal, as I believe the best way to motivate students is through conversation, rather than strict lecturing. Instead of asking students to memorize facts, I want to help them develop passion for the subjects through real-world application, and through a deep understanding of important concepts. I also like to use plenty of practice problems, to help students apply their knowledge and track their progress. In my free time,...
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...grammar. After college, I worked at a refugee center with children of immigrants. I helped them to adjust to a new environment, while simultaneously adapting to the public school curriculum. I am also a certified ESL/TESOL teacher and have experience teaching groups of students as well as providing individual lessons. Working in different environments, with a diverse range of students, encouraged me to explore more creative tutoring methods in order to understand and communicate ideas....
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...classroom to tutoring college students in paper writing and editing, I have much experience helping others further themselves in their education by building confidence, voice and academic empowerment. My primary focus is on student engagement and building a tutor-student relationship based on trust, honesty and open-mindedness. I see student success beyond just comprehension or memorization. I help students to truly synthesize the skills and concepts they need to feel confident in their internalization of the...
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...took the SAT I actually wasn't satisfied with my score, so I spent 2 months working hard to get my score to where I wanted it to be. The second time I took the exam I saw a 200-point increase. Previously, I have had experience teaching the SSAT and the SAT. The student I tutored in SSAT successfully passed the exam is now attending a private high school abroad. With VarsityTutor's online learning platform, I...
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...from 1st grade through high school on topics ranging from elementary science to trigonometry test prep, but my foremost strength is the three sections of the SAT. I have roughly three years of experience tutoring and last year taught a test prep class. My approach to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally, having just gone through the college admissions process, I am privy...
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...visit many countries throughout the world. I had many wonderful experiences tutoring English as a second language in varying cultural contexts. I graduated from Smith College with a degree in French and studied at L'Universite de Paris, Sorbonne et Clignancourt through the Smith junior year abroad program. I also hold a Masters degree in Education with a concentration in Curriculum & Instruction. I am a lifelong learner believing that it is critical to impart an...
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...feel about it. She told me that it felt like time was flying by and I even caught her once saying, “Wow this is fun.” A few days after she took the regents, I received a phone call from her and she told me she got a 91! Her teacher even called to personally congratulate her. Ever since then she had more confidence. Her mom started seeing progress in other classes as well. And I...
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...much difficulty understanding a topic, if only it is presented in a manner they personally can digest. I believe that we all have the potential to do great things, in our studies, our personal lives, and in the lives of others- we just have to take that initiative. Taking the initiative to seek a tutor to assist in your educational goals requires dedication and courage. As a physician who has had extensive educational experience, I...
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...I love learning, reading, and exploring the world around me through kayaking, skiing, hiking, and biking! I am also an avid opera fan and enjoy the fine arts in general. Languages and different cultures have always been a passion of mine, and I love to make connections from around the world in my learning and teaching. I enjoy tutoring French at all levels. Reading and writing are favorite pastimes of mine, and I was a...
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...a tutor must set up circumstances for students to genuinely engage with the material as individuals. I specialize in reading, writing, literature, and public speaking. I wholeheartedly believe that reading and writing both happen at the level of the sentence, and nowhere else. Recognizing this fact renders comprehension and composition obstacles far more manageable. Furthermore, the two activities are inseparable: to write is to learn to read, and vice versa. Similarly, speaking bolsters facility with...
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4th Grade Writing Tutoring FAQ
Fourth grade is an exciting time in your child's academic career. While he or she is making great strides in subjects like math, English, social studies, and science, they are also expanding their writing skills. Fourth-grade writing instruction is unique in that it acts as a bridge between the rudimentary, grammar-based instruction of previous classes and the sophisticated analytical arguments that future classes will require. As a result, your fourth-grader will be expected to continue mastering grammatical concepts such as the correct use of prepositions and the difference between active and passive voice, and take the first steps toward learning how to write a persuasive argument that draws on supporting evidence.
Classes may instruct students on how to organize their first forays into persuasive writing according to a template like the five-paragraph essay. Your child's teacher may start to stress the importance of a thesis statement, and challenge him or her to compare and contrast various texts. Every student is a unique learner and may fly through certain concepts while struggling with others.
As a result of the breadth of focus of fourth-grade writing and the way in which it combines familiar material with new challenges, your child may encounter concepts they find difficult at a greater rate than in previous classes. He or she may become overwhelmed or disillusioned with their progress as a result. However, it is crucial that your student continues to develop their writing skills, as every future class will ask them to express opinions, logic, and reasoning in writing. This will even be the case in subjects such as math and science.
Do not let your child's temporary confusion develop into a long-lasting setback in his or her educational career. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with a writing tutor who can guide your student as they learn to write. Working with one of these superb instructors might be just the thing to help your student. A tutor can help your child make sense of any difficulties he or she may be experiencing, while also kindling an enthusiasm for the subject.
A private tutor represents a significant advantage to a classroom setting because a tutor is able to work with your child on an individual level. Their teacher can't really spend time focusing on individual students, but a private tutor can give your child the attention and the repetition they need to develop into a proficient writer.
Fourth-grade writing tutoring is designed to focus on helping your child build confidence as his or her writing improves. If your child struggles with grammar, your child's tutor can work through exercises and provide analogies and examples. They can also provide constant feedback and encouragement, which will help your child master the core concepts.
If your student does not understand why a thesis statement is important, his or her tutor can provide examples of writings that organize ideas effectively and ineffectively. His or her tutor can also share strategies to use when formulating a thesis statement in the future. These tutors are not only great teachers, but they are also experienced at working with young students and can travel to hold sessions at the time and location that best suits your schedule. Varsity Tutors' live learning platform also allows you and your child to meet a private tutor face-to-face online. This gives you and your child the flexibility to meet their tutor in the time and place that works best for both of you. Do not allow temporary setbacks in fourth-grade writing go unaddressed. Call Varsity Tutors today and inquire about getting connected with a fourth-grade writing tutor.
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Recent 4th Grade Writing Tutoring Session Notes
We read pages 8-10 in the student's math book, and also read more of the Lemonade War. I encouraged him to write down words he didn't know and taught the concept of onamadapia.
Most of the session was devoted to a poem that requires "repetition or wordplay". I helped him pick a structure and theme: soccer. We brainstormed, and he used that outline to start writing.
The student and I worked on punctuation, specifically completing an activity in which he had to punctuate a paragraph, reviewing main and subordinate clauses, and doing a few punctuation quizzes. No extra work.
I gave her a story with imbedded vocabulary for her to study and put on index cards. Then I read her a Greek myth and had her write me a synopsis. She did very well.
The student and I worked on her sight vocabulary, focusing on parts of the face and previous words from books. Then we went outside and did a hopscotch game with some of the words.
The student first went over her spelling words; she only got one word incorrect. I gave her new words for the next two weeks. We went over the essay she wrote, which she did well on. She is still having some problems with run-on sentences and spelling in particular. We created a checklist for her to use when going over her next two essays due in two weeks. Finally, we went over some material for her Social Studies exam this week.
Covered: writing basics including revisions, editing, and how to write an introduction to an essay.
Reading basics: how to use keywords and contextual clues in the question and text to find the right answer.
Strategies: process of elimination and scanning the passage.
I worked with the student on staying on topic within a paragraph. We are developing the concept that every paragraph has a main idea (topic sentence) that is supported by a number of detail sentences. I left him with 2 workbook pages. We continue to work on a personal narrative piece.
