Certified Tutors From New College of Florida

...practices into their studies. I am a tough grader with high expectations, but I firmly believe in not "lowering the bar". I use my high standards as a driving force towards accomplishment and success. Students come to me for my expertise, but leave me realizing that they themselves are the integral voice in their own...

...and expertise in Math and the Natural Sciences -- as well as French and Spanish, having studied and worked in both Paris and Central America. While I'm proficient now, I struggled with both languages early on, and understand the challenges of both starting a new language and in moving from a conversational to a more...

...GIS), helping them not only with their computer skills but with understanding geography, environmental science, and urban issues. Although I tutor in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about French, literature, and writing, and history. While understanding these subjects may be difficult, I enjoy working with students to help them develop study...

...work, and I have specialized for the last two years in working with students with learning disabilities. My preferred subjects are history, literature, reading comprehension, and writing, and I can tutor verbal sections for standardized tests including the GRE. My favorite subject, you may have guessed, is history, but I also have a long personal...

...I have also taught mathematics at the college level for the past 7 years. My research touches on the interactions between math and theoretical computer science, as well as number theory (largely the study of prime numbers). I've taught courses ranging from basic arithmetic up through linear algebra and multivariable calculus. The second most exciting...

...plans to help them succeed. Each person is different. I like re-teach (or teach) myself whatever my student is learning. This study is fun for me, and helps me better understand the learning dynamic of each topic or subject. Also, I believe fun lessons are strong lessons, and I like to use technologies such as...

...teaching sections of United States and Latin American History courses. With high scores being so crucial to student acceptance to top college programs, I am passionate about sharing the tips and strategies that helped me succeed on standardized tests. I especially enjoy teaching the Math sections of exams, because the subject boils down to learning...

...French since I was old enough to read and I have a Russian heritage that can help out with colloquialisms and grammar. Languages and linguistics are fascinating to me and I don't get to speak mine enough, so please speak them with me! My physics background, as well as my years of teaching, means I...

...Elementary education and subjects. I have patience and passions for students of all levels and the problem solving skills to work with different abilities. I am also familiar with Common Core Standards. I have worked with kids as young as preschool and I have also worked with elementary students through an after school program who...

...one on one instructional time to transform student attitudes and outcomes. I seek to empower students to better understand themselves and succeed in life. My approach to tutoring is based on games and questioning, to bring fun, and thinking together to create effective sessions that improve student self esteem, effectiveness, and ability.... Student engagement is key. When students are engaged and curious, they bring their best thinking and work ethic. Connecting work with students’ lives increases...

...Literature, Comparative Literature, and History. I have presented at conferences, most recently at Simon Fraser as a member of a panel for their graduate English program. I wrote a thesis last year, passed my baccalaureate exam, and I'm pursuing publication for the project. I am currently working as a freelance writer, with an article due...

I'm a creative educator and technologist looking to watch the world learn, man. I am extremely positive and fun to engage with, while thorough in my transfer of techniques and learning strategies. ... I studied Philosophy obsessively for 3 years, was a Philosophy TA in college for 2 years and excel at Formal Logic. I can always, always, always help with logic proofs and ethics!

...as rewarding, interesting, and fun as possible. I see myself more as a coach or mentor rather than a teacher since no true learning can occur without mutual respect. My main focus is always to foster a genuine understanding, even an appreciation, of the subject. When students create their own meaning and insight, that's theirs...

...writing skills. My favorite subjects to tutor are music theory and creation-centric skills, as I have the most experience and knowledge in these areas. When tutoring, I like to assess my clients' abilities and provide them with an individually-tailored plan for learning which takes into account the pupils' academic strengths and weaknesses in order to...

...results of genetic testing to patients, doctors, and family members. I truly enjoy sharing complex information with others in a way that makes it interesting and exciting. I currently attend a Master of Public Health/ Physician Assistant program in Philadelphia. I love biking, swimming, and hiking through Fairmount Park. Most importantly, I am happy to...

...children from the city. Between learning Spanish in Argentina and keeping up with it by going to Peru and continuing my study of it, I am qualified to tutor it. I am also studying economics and enrolled in Intermediate Microeconomics this fall. While studying at Arnold High School in Panama City Beach, Florida, I was...

...gave me a love of learning and the tools I needed to be a successful student. I understand how frustrating and demotivating struggling in school can be, and I want to be able to help students so they can overcome their struggles. My favorite areas to tutor in are the life sciences, reading comprehension, and...

...this, although I'm aware I may be called on to teach more than just history. I've worked in classrooms dealing with various subjects and learning with the students is a treat regardless of the content being taught. Getting to know a student, and creating a lesson plan to suit them is a rewarding challenge. As...

I have a PhD in synthetic bio-organic chemistry and have taught university chemistry courses for 15 years.

...a strong passion for the natural sciences. I currently tutor 10-25 students regularly in my free time. I love demystifying the world of maths and sciences for my students, and my education from the Honors College of Florida has only reinforced that assertion. My passion for the natural sciences is only matched by my desire...