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Joel: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...I need to observe and listen to them just as much they need to listen to me. Only then can I see what they need help understanding and how best to approach explaining it to them by building on their strengths. I think it's important to allow students time to think about problems and try to approach them on their own before giving them guidance so that they can develop confidence in their own ability...
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Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Physics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Cayla: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...from University of Wisconsin-Madison and have a B.S. in Applied Physics and a minor in Mathematics from Providence College. I've helped students of all ages and skill levels reach their goals in science and math courses. I enjoy being a resource to help students struggling in math and science, as these subjects can be difficult to understand. I employ a variety of strategies including mnemonic devices, physical manipulatives, and drawings/diagrams to accommodate different learning styles....
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Providence College - Bachelors, Applied Physics
GRE Quantitative: 168
GRE Verbal: 166
Zach: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...the University of Wisconsin Madison pursuing a degree in biochemistry. In 2014 I graduated from high school in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota with a 4.0 GPA and a 33 on my ACT. In my free time I play basketball, listen to music, write programs, and watch movies with my friends. I specialize in math and science of all kinds, I really love teaching biology, chemistry, and physics. I also can prepare students for the ACT....
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Current Undergrad, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31
Adam: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...information from one person to another, it's about building skills, harnessing thought, and opening the world. I teach because I love learning. I am an adjunct professor for a small private regional university and teach in the area of government and management. I have a masters degree in public policy from the University of Northern Iowa and a masters degree in business administration from Texas A&M. I also hold a bachelors degree in political science....
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University of Northern Iowa - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
University of Northern Iowa - Masters, Public Policy
Renee: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...my passion. I have years of experience in tutoring to students of all ages. My teaching philosophy is to review or reteach difficult concepts, practice, and then challenge my students without overwhelming them. I am certified to teach English and have taught English abroad. I am also fluent in Spanish. This experience allows me to tutor a wide range of subjects from reading comprehension and English grammar to AP Spanish. Most recently, I worked in...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish w/ concentration in Global Studies and Education
Kathryn: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...One of the best feelings in the world is seeing a student finally understand a subject or a concept after a lot of hard work. I believe anything is possible with some patience. I absolutely live by the phrase slow and steady wins the race. I will make sure every student I work with will understand every subject down to the tee, no matter how long it takes. I love to get to know my...
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UW Madison - Current Undergrad, Business
Joseph: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...of Wisconsin Madison with a B.S. in Medical Microbiology and Immunology and a M.S. in Bacteriology. I was a teaching and laboratory assistant during my time in college where I helped many students through their science courses. I was recently a Microbiology Professor in Portland and really enjoyed the student-teacher interaction. I am looking to continue this through tutoring students in the Phoenix area. Some of my favorite subjects to teach are science, math and...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Medical Microbiology and Immunology
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Science, Bacteriology
Lucian: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
I have a lot of experience teaching & tutoring and have completed a wide variety of standardized test with excellent scores.... Start by trying to achieve a broad understanding and refining it as needed.... Introduce myself, meet the student, and identify areas of strength and weakness.... Short breaks, fun problems.... Ask leading questions until the student understands, and then try to build a deeper understanding.... Try to make the passage seem more approachable or put it...
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Haverford - Bachelors, Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 169
Ashish: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...math and computer science as part of the GUTS program, and analyzing different solutions to the same problem help me understand people better as I get some insight into their thinking, which helps in building strong relationships. This also makes the tutoring less about trying to memorize concepts to pass a test, but to properly engage with the content, so that it can further be shared with others. I enjoy playing basketball and football and...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 730
Karann: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...2016 with dual bachelor degrees in biological engineering and biological sciences. Within biology, I concentrated in computational biology with an additionally strong focus in ecology and ecological applications of computation. I am currently working on my doctorate in Environment and Resources at Wisconsin-Madison, studying tiger ecology and conservation with sub-field foci on predator ecology, and modeling population dynamics. My tutoring strategy is to tackle topics of highest combined difficulty and priority first, and to do...
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Cornell University - Bachelors, Biological Engineering and Biological Sciences Dual Major
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800
Jenny: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
I am an educator who loves to help students reach their goals. I have taught for many years, and always enjoy the challenge of working with a student who is struggling with the content they've been assigned. My goal as a tutor is to help students succeed while challenging them to use their critical thinking skills, regardless of the subject.... I spend some time getting to know the student and try to quickly understand their needs,...
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University of Wisconsin Madison - Bachelors, English with an emphasis in Creative Writing
University of Missouri-Columbia - Masters, Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum with a TESOL emphasis
Jillian: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...Education with a minor in English as a Second Language. During my pre-service teaching years, I was heavily involved in tutoring opportunities and after-school homework assistance programs. I firmly believe that each student should have the opportunity to succeed with the support of their tutor, parents or guardians, and classroom teachers. This network of individuals, strong communication, and attainable goals are the key to success. I want my students to feel proud of their accomplishments...
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UW Stevens Point - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Olivia: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...I write for a living and I'm constantly having to learn about new new industries, new terms, new people. It's a wonderful job because it makes me a permanent student of the world, but I miss interacting with young students. I love teaching because I love learning, and I want to help other people find that same love of learning that I had growing up, because that guides me through life. I especially enjoy teaching...
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Journalism
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 780
Patrick: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...a good writer. I’m an editor and writer who has edited and written words in just about every form they travel in. Ten years as reporter and an editor at Milwaukee Journal (now the Journal Sentinel). Twenty years as owner-operator of national multi-media business. Have written books, edited books, and published books, including bestsellers, and have written TV scripts. Have edited more than 100 books and tens of thousands of news and feature articles. Taught...
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Marquette University - Bachelors, Journalism
Rebekah: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...College and graduated Summa Cum Laude with my Bachelor of Arts in International Development. While in college, I worked as a Peer Tutor at Cornell College Writing Studio for three years. I worked with college students in all disciplines and at all different levels, from struggling freshman to thesis writing seniors. After graduation, I taught English as a Second Language to 450 6th-8th graders at a public school in India for a year. While in...
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Cornell College - Bachelors, International Development
Sanjay: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
A Stanford student studying Computer Science and Human Biology (Bioengineering). I love making learning fun, enjoyable, and empowering.
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Stanford University - Bachelor, Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) and Human Biology (Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases) with a Notation in Science Communication
Matt: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...helping students learn chemistry. I feel that chemistry is a beautiful science, being the basis for so many other sciences. I began my teaching endeavors tutoring chemistry in college, which directly lead to my current career. I have taught general chemistry, introductory chemistry, and analytical chemistry for 10+ years. I tutor general, introductory, analytical, and inorganic chemistry. I hope to give each student I tutor a relaxed and friendly environment, leading to more beneficial experiment...
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University of Iowa - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
University of Minnesota-Duluth - Master of Science, Inorganic Chemistry
Daniel: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...student at UW-Madison starting Fall 2020. I started tutoring during undergrad for general chemistry, general biology, organic chemistry, biochemistry, and genetics. I find a great amount of joy helping others understand and eventually master the material. Naturally, I wanted to continue tutoring after I graduated and before medical school starts. Outside of tutoring I enjoy cooking, spending time with my dog and girlfriend in the outdoors, and competing in triathlons and other endurance events. I...
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Doctor of Medicine, Physiology
Joshua: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
I am a postdoctoral fellow with a passion for research and clinical work. During my full-time job, I provide clinical services including psychotherapy and psychological assessments. I am also actively involved in academic research and have multiple publications. I joined Varsity Tutors to offer assistance to the next generation of psychologists and forensic mental health practitioners. I am happy to discuss the field of psychology and develop a study plan that will assist you in your...
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University of New Haven - Bachelor in Arts, Community Psychology
Sam Houston State University - Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology
Brennan: Cottage Grove tutor
Certified Tutor in Cottage Grove, WI
...Fellowship, I worked with a writing specialist(s) and various mentors to produce a grant proposal and personal statement strong enough to assist me in achieving finalist status for the most competitive Fulbright award. Over the course of my final year at UCI, I conducted undergraduate research for a yearlong Advanced Field Study course, and my final paper and project received an award of distinction for the School of Social Ecology, among many other significant writing...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Social Ecology
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