...9-13). While in high school, I completed a challenging AP curriculum and tutored my peers in Biology, Psychology, English, Spanish, and Government at the AP level. As a junior/senior, I also helped prepare students for PSAT/SAT & SAT subject tests as a recommended peer tutor through my school's guidance department (ages 15-17). I have always been an avid reader, which, I believe, has helped me develop an innate understanding of grammar. I love helping students...
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...been fortunate enough to do a lot of it during my quarter-century on this planetRussia, all over Europe, the Middle East, Venezuela, Mexico, India, and pretty much every state in this country. You only live once, and I really do learn something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the one in which I have the most to offer and that gives me...
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I am a current junior double majoring in Human and Organizational Development and American Studies at Vanderbilt University. I love working with kids of all ages, and hope I can help your child succeed!
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...education policy and teacher feedback systems. I am finishing an honors thesis on the importance of preschool teacher-child relationship quality in the development of depression, and hope to work at a research institution before becoming a teacher. In my spare time, I enjoy playing piano and flute. I taught piano for 3 years in high school and have been a part of at least one band/choir/orchestra since I was 5 years old! My favorite music...
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...work (where I am a management consultant), I play hockey and piano. Since high school, I have helped fellow students with academics. At school, I was also a tutor through Penn's Tutoring Center. I think what makes me a successful tutor is the ability to not only understand the material but also the perspective of the tutee. This helps me convey necessary information in the best way possible for that particular student.
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...and history, as well as a Master's degree in education. I am very passionate about the arts and education. It is a joy to share my passion for music and teaching with others. As an educator, I believe that students should play an active role in their education. I will work with students and their families to deliver lessons that best serve the needs of students. I firmly believe in affirming the unique skills and...
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...reading skills to ISEE tips, I'm dedicated to ensuring that each of my students leaves our sessions with greater knowledge and a deeper love of learning. I believe in tailoring creative learning strategies to each individual student's needs. I specialize in ISEE, PSAT, and SAT prep, English, History, and German tutoring, and college essay coaching. Having worked in undergraduate admissions at a top 50 research university for 3 years, I know exactly what top colleges...
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...myself. First and foremost, I have an undying love for Star Wars that began and has been nurtured since I was eight. I own approximately 200 Expanded Universe books and comics, and far too much memorabilia. I also play professional ultimate frisbee. I've been playing since college and they just formed women's pro teams this year, and yes, you read correctly, pro ultimate frisbee. In other words, I get paid (peanuts) to chase plastic. Other...
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...language, science, etc. I also tutored at a facility for SAT and ACT. Throughout my high school, I took 16 AP classes, and I graduated with a 3.98/4.0 GPA, giving me a Magna Cum Laude Distinction and an AP Scholar with Distinction award. I participated in piano and dance, graduating with diplomas from both, and was involved in FBLA, BETA Club, Dance Team, ICE, ITAV, and much more. I also have graduated from Georgia Tech...
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...my tutoring sessions to fit the unique learning style of each student. I have been tutoring students since 2004 and formally teaching as an adjunct professor for over 3 years. I received my B.A. in Biblical Studies with a concentration in Jewish Studies from Gordon College in 2008. For graduate studies I decided to focus on the History and Geography of the Middle East and thought there was no better place to do so than...
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...experience teaching students of varying age levels and abilities, and I love to make the music learning process as engaging and encouraging as possible. I believe in giving the student as much choice as I can in their studies. I'm very passionate about the piano, but I also tutor voice, music history, and music theory. Music is an excellent way to build confidence, nurture creativity, and set personal goals. I'm a firm believer that everyone...
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...University. I have experience tutoring most subjects, but my strengths are test prep, studying and time management skills, and reading, writing, and critical thinking skills at any level. I love helping students find the way that works best for them to approach problem solving and learning. I am very interested in education and have experience working with both children and young adults in New York public schools as well as outdoor summer schools. I speak...
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...high school students, and have been doing formal tutoring since 2013. Much of my teaching philosophy centers around one word: "why". Pushing students to understand why and how something works on their own significantly improves long term recall, instead of simply feeding them formulae and rules for them to regurgitate on an examination. As a 23 year old, I am not very far removed from either the ACT or the SAT, and feel as though...
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Miss Couch is currently an Undergraduate student in the Gabelli School of Business at Fordham University studying on academic scholarship. A recent transfer from the Pre-Medicine program, Miss Couch is now a candidate for her Bachelor of Science in...
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...not only an interest, but a motivation to help others. I have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects from French to Essay Writing and Algebra to Chemistry! I want my students and tutees to see the value in themselves and know that they can accomplish anything with determination and hard work! Realizing you can do it is...
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...I keep the material fresh and memorable through a variety of audiovisual approaches and real-world examples. One-on-one learning should never mean lectures, and I like to hold an ongoing conversation so students use their own learning skills in new ways to solve new kinds of problems. My creative experience in film-making allows me to guide interested students through extracurricular courses in film production and editing, and my musical background supports courses I teach in piano,...
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...with a major in communication sciences and disorders, psychology minor, and human resources and leadership studies certificates. I have worked as a private piano (6 yrs) and math tutor (3 yrs) in the past, developing my own lesson plans and curriculum for students based on their goals and interests. Gamification of the learning experience is a passion of mine as engaged and invested students learn faster and have more fun in the process. I also...
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...teaching and coaching math and robotics for more than 10 years, in conjunction with over 20 years of programming and software QA. I love helping people find new ways of looking at problems to reveal solutions. My aptitude for math, programming and robotics stems from my true passion for music, especially music theory. I find that I'm not alone - that many of my technical colleagues share my musical leanings. Let me help you look...
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...the ACT, SAT, and AP French exams. I also have completed several upper level English Literature and Writing courses, which qualifies me to aid with literature analysis, essay construction, and other writing struggles. Having studied a foreign language for more than ten years, I am very attuned to the English language as well. My teaching style primarily includes a lot of visual presentation, and putting knowledge into practice through questions and activities. I am constantly...
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There is hardly a more versatile instrument in the world than the piano. Its sound is instantly recognizable, and it forms the basis of so many of the world's most popular songs. Playing the piano can open up the remarkable world of music in ways that few other instruments can. If your aim is to take up this dynamic instrument, working with a top-notch piano tutor could be a great way option for you.
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Your piano tutor can help you understand the masters of the instrument across a variety of genres and many different eras. From classics such as Rachmaninov and Beethoven to more modern acts like John Lennon and John Legend, all have created compelling music with the piano. Your piano tutor can help you unlock the secrets to what made their music as so fascinating.
Piano tutoring can help you master basic chord structures and scales as well as basic and more advanced technique. A great tutor can give you the opportunity to expand your knowledge of different modes and key signatures that you may not be familiar with and give you the chance to experiment with them in a supportive environment. If you've ever wanted to learn about the Mixolydian scale, for instance, your tutor could give you the chance. You can also have the chance to get real-time feedback on your playing and receive helpful hints about techniques and other tips from a talented tutor.
What's great about piano tutoring is how customizable lessons can be. You and your tutor can work together to create a practice schedule that plays to your strengths and provides a remedy for your weaknesses. What's more, tutoring can afford you extreme flexibility. Skilled tutors are able to work on your timetable, meaning that you can have meaningful sessions at the times that work best for you.
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