Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...Anthropology and Latin American & Caribbean Studies from McGill University with a deep passion for writing, critical thinking, and making complex ideas accessible. As President of the Spanish and Latin American Students' Association, I have regularly led workshops and discussions that explore global histories, cultures, and political movementsskills I bring into my tutoring to foster curiosity and confidence in students. My academic experience is grounded in research, writing, and interdisciplinary analysis, and I've published in...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...majoring in English and minoring in Creative Writing and Philosophy. I also have my RCM Level 10 certificate in Piano and Music Theory. Pedagogy is one of my greatest passions; I really enjoy working with young people, and have many years of experience. I have participated in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, taught for Countrice Education, and privately tutored English, piano and music theory. I tutor most Humanities subjects, but my main focus is...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...a master's degree in English and have been teaching for 8 years. My experience includes different settings: middle school, high school, university, and private tutoring. I have had learners from all around the world, and from different backgrounds and levels, ranging from absolute beginner to advanced. I provide my students with personalized lessons tailored to their specific needs to help them improve in speaking, reading, writing and listening. I also teach standardized exams like CELPIP,...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...perspective on how to make lessons both dynamic and relatable. I believe learning should never be one-size-fits-all; it should reflect your interests and strengths, which is why I incorporate different learning techniques to suit your personal style. As a tutor, I'm approachable, patient, and dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. I understand that every student learns differently, and I'm committed to creating a comfortable, judgment-free space where you feel empowered to ask questions and...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...Helping students learn and grow is my passion. Whether it's mastering math, exploring science, or polishing language skills, I'm here to support you every step of the way. I believe learning should be fun and engaging. That's why I use creative teaching methods, like games, stories, and hands-on activities, to make lessons interesting and memorable. No matter your age or learning style, I'll customize lessons just for you. I'm patient, supportive, and dedicated to your...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...educator with dual PhDs in English Literature and General Psychology, I specialize in helping students excel in literature studies. Whether you're a high school student looking to improve your grades or a university student majoring in literature and working on research papers and writing projects, I'm here to support you. Services Offered - Personalized Guidance: One-on-one support to help you understand complex literary texts and themes. - Research Paper Assistance: Guidance on researching, outlining, and...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...and Spanish. Whether you're a beginner or aiming to refine your skills, I tailor each lesson to your unique needs, making learning engaging and effective. With experience teaching languages across different cultures, I help students not just learn a language, but also appreciate its cultural nuances. My goal is to make you feel confident, motivated, and excited about your progress no matter your learning style or pace. Ready to take your language skills to the...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...in all these subjects, I hold a particular passion for biochemistry. The intricate interplay of molecules within living systems continues to fascinate me, and I strive to convey this excitement to my students. My teaching philosophy centres around creating a supportive and personalised learning environment. I believe that each student possesses unique learning styles and requires an individualised approach. I strive to understand their strengths, weaknesses, and learning preferences to tailor my teaching methods accordingly....
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...excited about the opportunity to apply my skills and experience to tutor students. In addition to my Engineering degree, I am very passionate about the academic field and have invested time with students of various age groups. I implemented unorthodox teaching strategies to get students excited about the subject matter and make it memorable for them. My classes are fun and I like to the students to open up to me comfortably. I am excited...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...tackle new challenges and build long-term success. This approach fosters independent thinking and problem-solving, key skills for any subject or career. In the age of online learning, at the dawn of AI, teaching methods and philosophies need to shift. Let's be real: our tutoring sessions will not make you an expert in anything. Rather, my approach is to help you to quickly and accurately become familiar with and begin to make sense of new and...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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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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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...University in Toronto, with a BA in English Literature (minor: psychology) from Toronto Metropolitan University, and an MA from York University. I also have 9 years of experience as a teaching assistant in undergraduate courses at York University, working with students taking their foundational humanities courses as part of their undergraduate degrees. The courses I most enjoy focus on developing critical reading and writing skills using the history of literature and culture as our subject...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...that education has the power to transform lives. As a tutor, I am committed to creating a supportive and encouraging environment where students can build confidence in their abilities and achieve their academic goals. My experience working with students has been incredibly rewarding, as I've seen firsthand how tailored guidance can significantly impact a student's academic journey. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies from the University of Manitoba. I am currently working...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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My name is George. I am a recent graduate of Trinity Western University with a Bachelor's in English, where I was also a section editor on my university's newspaper team. I've been a T.A. for a 2nd grade classroom in Istanbul, helped my fellow students with their papers throughout my English degree, and have edited MA and PhD level papers.
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...help students in any way he can. I graduated magna cum laude from Dartmouth College in 2020, and I obtained my Master's in Political Science from the University of Toronto in 2022. In 2016, I received an SAT score of 1550. That year, I also received a 5 on my AP exams in Calculus AB, English Language, U.S. History, and U.S. Government. I am happy to tutor students in mathematics, English, and social sciences (e.g.,...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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I'm a recent grad from Northwestern (B.A. in Theatre and Economics) who loves teaching and learning. I love helping other people achieve their goals and helping students find ways to be their best selves. Excited to meet and work with Chicagoland's students!... First sessions always start with discussion of a subject's foundations. If we nail these, the rest of the learning becomes ten times easier.... I'm big on listening. It's my job to hear what a...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...with you. As a retired college professor with a Ph.D. in Communications, I bring over three years of experience in tutoring students across various age groups, from young learners to professionals. My expertise lies in preparing students for the Verbal SAT, ACT Reading and English sections, as well as AP courses in writing, literature, and U.S. History. I am passionate about helping you master challenging concepts, whether it's improving your grammar, understanding complex texts, or...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...behaviors *Long-term tutoring in math and reading--I love to guide a student who initially struggled to meet and exceed expectations! Outside of my direct work with students, I have coordinated a math tutoring program that placed K-12 math tutors into local public schools. I have also served as a Crisis Services Supervisor at the National Runaway Safeline (NRS). At NRS, I was able to support volunteers in providing trauma-informed services to runaway, homeless, and at-risk...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...Dame, IN, where I earned my doctoral degree in contemporary American poetry. Before that I earned my masters in English at Wake Forest University, NC. I am passionate about poetry, writing, and the English language, and dedicated to helping others understand and achieve competence in the writing process. I have taught college-level composition courses, as well as a poetry course, and have tutored at Wake Forest University's writing center for two years, and therefore have...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor
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...I've had the pleasure of working with students nationally and internationally, teaching American Literature to Pre-med students in China; College Writing to U.S. soldiers stationed abroad; and both Literature and Writing to university students in the American South, West, Midwest, and New England. Whether in groups or one-on-one, the best thing about tutoring is that we're all on the same team working collaboratively to achieve the same goal. Our shared purpose is your academic success,...
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The AP English Literature and Composition exam is one of the most difficult exams on which to achieve a perfect 5. Not only do you have to be well versed in the traditional canon of English literature, covering everything from Chaucer to Fitzgerald, but you have to be ready to tackle both essay and multiple-choice questions that test your ability to recall, interpret, and expand upon key concepts, themes, motifs, and character traits. Although you may already be enrolled in an AP English Literature class at school, preparing for the AP English Literature exam with a private tutor could further help you boost that score toward a coveted 5.
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Your personal tutor can help you learn how to actively read a passage while highlighting the most important concepts and identifying material that is likely to show up in the questions. You will also learn how to eliminate nonsense answers, how to find evidence that supports an idea in a passage, and how to select the correct answer choice in the most efficient manner, ensuring you do not run out of time on test day. You can even set goals with your tutor on your time limit, such as making sure that you have ample time remaining for the written or multiple-choice sections, depending on the one that you are the most challenged by.
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Recent AP English Literature and Composition Tutoring Session Notes
Today we worked on responses to Freakonomics. We finished the first two chapters and she is going to work on the next four over the weekend. These will be done by Tuesday so next week we can start on a new book and a new set of assignments.
The student and I reviewed one of his essays for English. He is an extremely bright student, very impressive but wants to improve his grades his is earning on his timed essays. We thoroughly examined and dissected what he wrote and the areas he needs to focus on to earn a higher grade. He has some slight trouble with proper word choice and being able to identify an author's tone and how to write and analyze that. I went over that with him and told him he needs to keep in mind the global idea and vision of what the author is trying to accomplish, keeping in mind the genre and rhetorical strategies the author is employing.
We went over the student's government, English, and chemistry material. Much of the session was spent reviewing what is currently being covered in his classes. We reviewed organization and study skills.
I helped get the student started on a research paper. She selected a prompt, brainstormed topic ideas, took extensive notes, developed a tentative thesis statement, and devised a plan for getting started on research.
The student and I worked through her annotated bibliography assignment, editing her existing sources and annotations as well as developing a number of additional possible sources. We discussed how the creation of the outline for her research paper influences the selection of her sources, and vice versa, and came up with a rough outline to guide her through the creation of the rest of her bibliography. We made plans to meet again on Thursday in order to edit the upcoming additions to her bibliography.
During our session, the student worked on his rough draft for his Personal Statement while I proofread his rough draft for his Frankenstein assignment. Once I was done proofreading and he had written his rough draft, we edited his Frankenstein paper. He is going to print off the paper so I can do a handwritten edit of the rough draft and we can finish the final draft at our next session.
