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...something at the conceptual level, he or she will be much better prepared for the topic, not only in the specific test we are preparing for, but anywhere else it may come up. Memorizing words or equations might help somebody in the short term, but understanding why that word means what it means, or what an equation is actually depicting is worth the extra effort. Besides test-prep I think I can be a great help...

...differently than most students, which is why I decided to tutor. I want to help others who are in my situation: students who are made to feel that because they learn differently they have a problem. As a teacher, I believe it is important to make sure students feel confident when doing their work. It is now my job in the role as teacher to make sure no child feels what I felt... alone. For...

...Certificate of Education (AICE). As a former AP/Dual Enrollment student and college graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in History, I am an excellent source for writing and editing papers. But do not let my degree fool you My favorite subject to tutor is math. Math can overwhelm students because many math problems can be solved in multiple ways. I would start by encouraging students to use their intuition to solve a problem, assisting them...

...Calculus I (or whatever the equivalent.) I am extremely competent with statistics, as it comprises an integral part of both my TA work and research. I also excel in all areas of academic writing. I am most suited to test prep tutoring sessions: I have invariably excelled at all standardized tests. I am also familiar with ACT and SAT formats, and the particular and differing strategies that maximize the likelihood of high scores for each.

...typical essay questions require a student to write about their passions and what means the most to them. In these sessions, I have the opportunity to get to know my student at a personal level and help them to use their writing skills for the practical purpose of getting into the college or university of their choice. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy reading a variety of fiction and nonfiction novels, looking for great places...

Nothing gives me greater satisfaction than seeing the look on a student's face when he/she has just grasped a difficult concept.... My teaching philosophy is difficult concepts are merely combinations of simple concepts. If you show a student that all the pieces are straightforward, they broaden their horizons and reach great heights.... In a first session with a new student, I would find out what interests them so I can draw analogies from that area. I...

...is a chance to see others excel and also experience that moment the "light bulb" turns on! I personally believe everyone can learn anything as long as they put their mind to it. A skill is just a skill and it can either be mastered or left in frustration and confusion. Studying should be looked upon as an opportunity and not taken for granted. Practice makes perfect and yes, you can perfect every single subject!

...high. They are challenged to go out into the business community and interact with working professionals. Many of them, before coming to my class, have not thought seriously about their future. Going into the outside world as a dressed-up professional is new territory for most of them. My class is centered on the development of a specific set of communication skills, but I challenge the students to create the course content specifically designed around their...

...am originally from the U.S. Virgin Islands and moved to Jacksonville to complete my education. I have made Jacksonville my home and enjoying living in the quiet city. I enjoy working with children and have a variety of experiences including Sunday school teacher, Duval County Schools Teacher, Extended day teacher and even experience as a baby sitter. I look forward to working with your future leader and providing the tools necessary for your future leader...

...for the Holocaust Education Resource Council of the Big Bend where I helped to train teachers to adequately teach their own students about the Holocaust, and I also taught as a Sunday School teacher. As a graduate student, I worked as a Teaching Assistant at the University for two years, assisting to teach and grade classes between 75-250 students in size each semester. I also tutor for The Princeton Review doing SAT test prep.... My teaching...

I have been a classroom teacher for over 10 years, mainly in secondary classrooms. However, I have experience teaching and tutoring students from ages pre-school to adult. I love seeing the "light bulb" go on for a student when they discover a new concept or read a new piece of literature. ... My personal teaching philosophy is that all students can learn at high levels.... In a first session, I think it is important for the...

Dedicated to Helping you understand material, from the perspective that best works for you! I enjoy teaching the space sciences (astronomy) as well as philosophy, religion, history and politics, also any type of essay writing or reading comprehension. As the President and founder of the Philosophy Club at my Alma Mater, I await spreading the knowledge I gathered to the youth in this virtual platform.... Education works best when material is explained from your own level...

I strive to make sure those who come to me understand. Thinking tends to be a rare thing these days. I will challenge anyone to think of both sides of any topic. Why? Is my common question.

...Science. I am currently a full time teacher at Arlington Middle School where I teach 7th Grade Civics. I have held this position for the past two years. Prior to working as a teacher at Arlington Middle School, I was a Social Studies teacher with the Bridge to Success program of James Weldon Johnson. In this position, I taught all three of the middle school social sciences 6th Grade World History, 7th Grade Civics, and...

...Media Design and Creative Writing from Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. I am certified by the Florida Department of Education to teach Spanish K-12. I have experience teaching students from preK all the way to 12th grade. I also hold an international TEFL certificate of 120+ hours from bero TEFL in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I love to impart my knowledge of the world with others! It is one of the reasons why I...

Hello! Next Fall, I will be a first-year graduate student. I will be pursuing a PhD in Social Psychology while conducting research on cultural diversity issues. I have my Bachelor's of Science in Psychology, but my expertise also extends to history, elementary upper-level mathematics, and test prep.

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...looking forward to moving to Phnom Penh, Cambodia in the near future to continue my love of teaching. In the long term I plan to get my Masters in International Conflict Resolution and move to Washington D.C. so I can work to enact laws that protect vulnerable communities in developing countries. My favorite subjects are AP Comparative Government and Politics, and Literature, and I love to help students craft and polish essays and papers.... My teaching...

...ever to be excited about diagramming sentences! I believe in a more relaxed method of teaching because frustration can occur easily while learning. By breaking down the material into pieces, I believe the difficulties a student faces become less overwhelming and he or she can focus on one piece at a time. This allows the student to have that "aha" moment as he or she begins to understand each piece, and then, it motivates the...

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