...others reach their educational goals. Whatever the task, no matter how long it takes, I will make sure you get the most out of your sessions and will tailor my personal approach to whatever you need. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college students for five years. As an Ivy League graduate, I know what it takes to succeed in a highly competitive academic environment and can help you succeed as well!
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...students. Regardless, of my various positions I have never lost the love of helping students to learn. I enjoy seeing the lightbulb go off when students make the connection to their learning and making meaning of what they've heard. I hold a Doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania, a Masters in Elementary Teaching from American University, a Masters in Educational Leadership from Trinity University and a Bachelors in Communications and Urban Studies from the University...
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...diverse group of students at different developmental and educational stages. I am sensitive to individual student needs and am flexible in adapting my teaching strategies to this end. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and Spanish. I am able to teach students basic grammatical concepts or advanced academic writing. I find helping students develop their reading comprehension and writing to be extremely rewarding -- as it...
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Can also tutor:WISC IV, SAT, GED and 37 more subjects.
...about the world, algebra in representing mathematical language, and probability to make educated guesses on given occurrences. It goes on and on! Working with math is a fun, unique experience that I enjoy very much. I graduated Binghamton University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Creative Writing. I then went on to Queens College, where I spent many years building my math credentials, taking undergraduate and graduate level courses in calculus, problem...
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...student succeed. I have been a tutor for 5+ years, and have experience teaching Math, Science, Spanish and Test Prep to students of all ages and ability. I believe every child has the potential to learn with positive one on one attention and I am committing to helping you student learn how they study best, and become a more independent learner. I look forward to meeting you, and helping you achieve your goals!
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I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel confident to excel. My approach is tailored to each learner, breaking down complex ideas into simple, relatable steps. With a focus on building skills and self-assurance, I strive to make every session impactful and enjoyable. Together, we'll turn challenges into achievements.
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Greetings, I have worked in the field of education for more than 30 years. I have degrees in psychology, social work and certifications in special education and school psychology. I like the teaching and learning process and have gained valuable experience with using online formats. I do some research on children and youth and currently work as a professor of psychology.
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...for you. Being a polyglot fluent in the likes of Japanese, French, and Tamil, I can guarantee you that effective communication will be seamless during our sessions. My professional journey has taken me from the vibrant tech hubs of Buffalo, New York, to the bustling streets of Tokyo, Japan, enriching me with diverse experiences that enhance my teaching approach. In addition, I'm gearing up to launch a startup in Tokyo next year, and I'm happy...
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...several teaching assistant positions that enabled me to clearly explain course concepts to students with various backgrounds. Instead of lecturing students, I subscribe to a learn by doing method that enables students to articulate core concepts in their own words after hearing an explanation and always provide guidance that aid in understanding. Each of us has a different way of absorbing new ideas and frameworks, and to be aware of those critical differences in learning...
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Can also tutor:CLEP, TOPS, TOEFL and 222 more subjects.
...of Arts in Integrated Health Sciences. I am currently a Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate with a passion for teaching students. While I tutor various subjects, I am passionate about English, Literature, and Math. In my experience I have helped struggling students read with fluency. I believe that education is necessary for improved quality of life and opens up many different opportunities. In my free time I enjoy hanging out with friends and family, going on...
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...PhD minor in Statistics and Research Design. I also received my Bachelor's degree at the University of California - Irvine in Comparative Literature. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, Psychology, English, and test preparation. In my work, I highlight the strengths of my students and operate from the perspective that there are many equally effective ways of learning. As a result, I strive to help students become...
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Hello, My name is Deatrick LaPointe. I have an MS degree in Management of Technology and am currently a PhD Candidate in Cyber Defense, Information Assurance. I enjoy learning and hope to pass on my knowledge and experience with others to enhance quality of life and education.
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Can also tutor:GED, TOEFL, SHSAT and 903 more subjects.
...Arts degree in Psychology with various academic scholarships. After attending undergraduate school, I explored the field of school psychology where I worked directly with students to improve study skills and support overall academic achievement. Additionally, I worked with gifted and talented students and their families. Currently, I am a professional editor, and I particularly enjoy working with students on college admissions essays, communications, and language arts. I also provide tutoring for the ACCUPLACER exam because...
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As an educator, I strive for every student to meet his or her potential as a learner. It is my privilege and honor to develop personalized approaches for each of my students and then watch them soar!
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...Arts in Psychology and obtained a minor in Public Health. I am currently attending the University of Pennsylvania to obtain my Master's degree in Counseling and Mental Health Services. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Psychology, Algebra, and French. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life. I try to impart this appreciation to all of my...
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...and Spain in Power Systems and my undergrad in my home country, Eritrea. I have one-to-one and classroom size tutoring experience. I love teaching and I make friends with my students very easily. While I have tutored most of the major subjects given in middle and high school, I am very passionate about Physics, Math and Chemistry. It gives me great satisfaction to ease students' during exam time and I can relate very well to...
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...be the motto of my alma mater, Illinois State University. I earned my Bachelor's in English and taught for a few years before returning for a Master's in Education. Although I taught students at the secondary level for a long time, I wasn't always a teacher. I was also a writer for newspapers and syndicated magazines. One of my treasured opportunities included collaborating with a mystery novelist to promote one of her books back in...
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I have a passion for helping others grow and learn more about children, families, psychology, and how the mind works. I love to see the lightbulb turn on when a student grasps a concept. I am an artist, a mother, and a lifelong learner myself.
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...you as you accomplish your academic goals. There is no greater reward than to become competent in the area of your study. This allows you to obtain goals that will launch you into your ultimate purpose in life. You can become anything you desire, the sky really is the limit and I am here to walk along side you as you find that path of success. I am an associate professor of psychology with Colorado...
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...educational subjects and professional development. I received both my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Masters of Business Administration in Human Resource Management degrees from the University of Phoenix-Houston Campus. Currently, I am pursing a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Walden University. My interests includes reading, traveling, and research. I enjoy assisting others attain their educational goals. Throughout my educational tenure, I have had great mentors and I would like to be a...
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Establishing the appropriate academic path for your young child can have huge implications regarding both the level of their academic performance and with their educational environment. The Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence (WPPSI) is used to help identify students who possess exceptional cognitive capabilities, subsequently granting them access to more advanced, engaging material through a talented and gifted (TAG) academic program. The WPPSI is specifically designed for young children ranging in age from two years and six months to seven years and three months. As such, the evaluation often constitutes the first experience these children have with a structured testing environment, sometimes resulting in anxiety and confusion during the assessment. If you are hoping for your child to qualify for the gifted educational programs at their grade level, it is important that he or she become familiar and comfortable with the testing environment and format well before the day of the evaluation. A private tutor can provide your child with just such exposure, helping them to become engaged with the problem types presented on the WPPSI.
Varsity Tutors can help you connect with WPPSI tutoring options that allow your child to approach the exam with confidence, rather than the trepidation inherent in facing a foreign testing environment. Private WPPSI tutors can accommodate your schedule and meet with your child in person for one-on-one tutoring sessions wherever and whenever is most convenient for your family. Tutors are also available for face-to-face online sessions. The WPPSI presents evaluators with a comprehensive IQ score, as well as subscores in four critical areas: Verbal IQ, Performance IQ, Processing Speed, and Global Language. WPPSI tutoring can help identify the areas in which your child seems to struggle, and can help to elucidate any confusing directives or unintuitive tasks that your child may face. By preemptively exposing your child to the rigors of the tasks and skills tested on the evaluation, you can get a better grasp of their capabilities and intuitions, and can work to develop any areas that may seem to be holding them back.
A high IQ is essential for placement into a gifted program, but a particularly low score in any one subsection could raise concerns for evaluators. WPPSI tutoring can help to ameliorate any noticeable discrepancies in your child's score report. By working one-on-one with a qualified tutor, your child can receive the full and dedicated attention of an instructor who not only is familiar with the tasks and goals of the WPPSI exam, but is also a skilled communicator. Many of the instructors have extensive experience working with young children, and can effectively present new ideas and concepts without causing confusion or frustration. By providing your child with the opportunity to ask questions in a safe, open learning environment, they will be able to bridge the gaps in their understanding before they take the exam. The tutor will develop a customized approach based on your child's individual learning style. They will use the learning strategies and resources that prove most effective for your child during their time together. This individualized method of teaching ensures that your child is receiving the best, most effective preparation for the WPPSI.
WPPSI tutoring is oriented toward helping your child perform to their highest potential on test day. An accurate evaluation of their skills can lead to an academic placement that keeps your child challenged and engaged with academia, leading to an overall more positive educational experience and greater investment in extended higher-level studies. For more information about getting connected with the WPPSI tutoring options available to you, contact Varsity Tutors' educational directors today!
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Recent WPPSI Tutoring Session Notes
The student was doing very well on his assigned exam reading test until he ran out of time and had to guess most of the last passage, lowering his score back to where it had been previously. To improve both his pacing and his math skills today, I helped him through more exam math practice. He is finally starting to motivate himself on difficult problems, but we still have a lot of work left to do.
We went over the English sections I had her do for homework, and talked about comma placement - that seems to be a particular stumbling block for her. We finally got to the math section, and worked through some early problems together. At the end, we went through two science passages together, and I explained the main purpose of the science testing.
In our second session, we continued to focus on the verbal reasoning section of the exam, this time looking at how to analyze passage-based reading comprehension questions. We focused on what to underline in passages, and how to bookmark different areas to come back to later. Once finished highlighting the passage, the highlighted words should read like a summary. We also looked at some different question types, and how to eliminate answer choices and pick the best answer by comparison.
The student and I did a complete English section, focusing on the parts that continue to challenge him - mostly related to structure and occasional problems with commas or noun/verb agreement. He is he seems to be catching on to a lot more to the common rules. We also did a couple of reading section practices. He does very well on the reading - on a good pace and seems to understand themes well. We also did some more math practice, focusing on logarithms and geometry.
The student and I corrected and reviewed skipped/incorrect questions from the assigned homework (test #1). We also reviewed math concepts and skills and spent the last hour practicing math problems. I assigned the remaining five sections from test #1 as homework for her to complete in a timed test environment.
The student and I went over her missed questions from last week's sample science exam and talked about ways to avoid her mistakes. Then we did a few sample passages together trying out a few different strategies for approaching each different type of passage. She completed another sample science exam and, after evaluating her mistakes and her successes, we changed gears and began reviewing for strengthening her English skills.
