...foster effective communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills. I enjoy helping students understand and apply complex concepts across various subjects in business. My passion for teaching began over a decade ago as a lifeguard and swimming instructor, where I taught lessons to children and adults. I now share my expertise in underwater activities by teaching freediving and spearfishing in Bali, Indonesia. Outside of academia, I am a certified freediving instructor and web developer, with self-taught skills...
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...subjects, I am most passionate about geography, the social sciences, and archaeology. In my experience, helping students realize their potential in academics and as community leaders is so very rewarding. I am a firm proponent of environmental education, believing it necessary to improve our quality of life and our connection to nature and each other. I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading a Louis...
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Passionate about science and English tutoring, I strive to inspire students to excel academically. With my studies in biochemistry at the University of Toronto and my experiencing with tutoring, I offer personalized sessions tailored to each student's needs. My goal is to foster a supportive environment where students feel empowered to explore, ask questions, and succeed. Let's work together to achieve your academic goals!
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I have more than 20 years of experience tutoring both children and adults. I know what it's like to struggle academically, and that's precisely why I became a tutor. I'm a patient and compassionate teacher, and I do my best to adapt to the needs of every student I meet. I look forward to working with you and assisting you on your academic journey.
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...students as individuals. I am very motivated, hardworking and dependable, and I get a real sense of purpose from helping my students to achieve the best possible grades. I'm also a SAT, SSAT, SHSAT, ISAT, ISEE, MCAT, SCAT, PCAT, LSAT, NCLEX, HSPT, GRE, GMAT, GED, GSCE, ACCUPLACER Test Prepataror. Mathematics (Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Functions, Geometry...) Physics (Newton Law of Motion, Kinetics, Work Energy and Power, Electromagnetism, Electricity, Gravitation) Biology (Genetics, Anatomy, Physiology, Sonography, Cytology), Chemistry,...
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...India, and I lived in Dubai, UAE. I'm currently a rising Junior at the University of Toronto, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Statistics, with a minor in Mathematics. With my background, I am fairly well-verse in quantitative disciplines such as Math, physics, statistics, economics, business, etc. I've also completed the IB diploma programme and the SAT, making me well-verse in the test structure and content for the SAT's , ACT's,...
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...the University of British Columbia. I've been tutoring for over 4 years now, and I specialise in the IB Diploma curriculum (I got 42 points), as well as select GCSE courses. Otherwise, I have extensive experience in helping others improve their essay writing skills, be it for their classes or for their university applications. In my spare time I love going on walks, listening to podcasts, and checking out different coffee shops around the city!
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...French and unravelling the mysteries of social studies. From struggling beginner to confident speaker, I've been there and I'm here to help you overcome any hurdles. Let's turn hesitation into confidence and fear into triumph! Explore the world of language and society with me. Whether it's perfecting pronunciation or delving into political science, international relations, and human rights, I've got you covered. Let's make learning fun and effective. Ready to transform your doubts into determination?...
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...and business administrator. I teach pharmacy and pharmacology students and medical assistant students in Alberta. I also teach business related subjects. My past experience includes working as a resident doctor at VMMC and SJ hospitals, New Delhi. During my tenure I have extensively taught basic and paraclinical medical sciences to undergraduate medical students. I love to study the human body. I have a lot of inclination towards anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and pathology.
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...in ways that is very dramatic and animated. I graduated from Bishop's University where I majored in History. I usually tutor students in learning English. I am very interested in tutoring students in both English and in History because I really enjoy teaching many historical topics to students and providing them with a great interest in the subject. My hobbies outside of tutoring and teaching include doing research and also going outdoors.
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...a vast amount of personal experience across a variety of subjects. I recently graduated with a BSc in Geography, but before that, I spent years in Engineering courses. This means my skills are varied and applicable to unique situations. I personally want to see students succeed and endeavor to cater my tutoring style to fit their way of learning as I do not believe there is a blanket way to help everyone.
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...organization. I worked with youth opening small businesses in Northern Ghana and here fell in love with entrepreneurship. While I was in Ghana, COVID started changing the world and I made it back to Vancouver 5 days before the airport was closed. I had plans to study for a M.A in Belgium but decided to stay close to home due to COVID and my family pushed me to consider formal teaching after doing it informally...
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...passion for these subjects that began with an inspiring teacher who shaped my own educational journey. Holding a Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo, I bring a deep commitment to simplifying complex concepts and fostering critical thinking skills in my students. I find great joy in witnessing their 'eureka' moments when they grasp challenging ideas. My goal is to not only impart knowledge but also instill a lifelong curiosity...
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...supports students need to be successful. I strongly believe in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they can take into any educational experience. I have been teaching in the DC area for 3 years, and understand the demands of the Common Core Standards, PARCC, SAT and other exams. I am familiar with ELA and history content at both the middle and high school level, and I also enjoy teaching and reinforcing basic skills, especially...
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...am an expert at anything, but I have a wide range of interests and abilities. I enjoy soccer, basketball, football, tennis, biking, board riding, exploring nature, cooking, eating, dancing, playing music, reading, and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a...
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...an Honors BA in French, and have been a tutor for years. Having worked in countries all over the world, I am comfortable working with a diverse range of people, regardless of their language fluency and subject expertise. Since graduating, I have been attending a post-bac program at the University of Toronto in intensive Spanish and Arabic, before continuing on to medical school. I have also been tutoring numerous subjects for over 10 years, including...
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...grade classrooms, teaching students with a variety of needs. I can also tutor students through high school and college in History and Spanish as I hold degrees in both subjects from Columbia University. I am highly qualified to tutor Writing at all levels - from elementary to adult professional writing - as I have written two distinguished theses as part of my academic training. As a Tutor, I can do more than simply help students...
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Can you explain the difference between an inland sea and a large freshwater lake? Can you identify Tanzania, Croatia, and Brunei on a globe, and name the principal crops of Burkina Faso? Geography is far more than the ability to locate cities, countries, and landmarks on a map. The field deals with the movement and precipitation of ideas, goods, and cultures throughout different geographic regions.
Developing a mastery of geography necessitates an understanding not only of the various countries and regions of the world, but of their cultures, economies, linguistics, and numerous other social identities. Even students who have traditionally succeeded in their social studies courses may find themselves struggling in geography. Geography is often grouped together with other social sciences, such as history, political science, and civics, but it actually tests a very different set of skills.
The nature of geography requires students to integrate the concepts of each of these individual, fundamental social studies topics into a fuller tapestry of sociocultural overview. Those who become familiar with geographical concepts from elementary coursework may view this field simply as the memorization and identification of land features and international borders, but once you bypass this cursory introduction, the world of geography can quickly become complex.
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Geography tutoring sessions can focus on memorization techniques, compositional elements for essay synthesis, or methods for identifying the international relationships and interdependence in geography. No matter your specific needs, the customized nature of geography tutoring can cater to the exact demands of your class. The customizability of tutoring sessions allows them to be both extremely effective and extremely efficient. A private tutor is able to focus on your unique strengths and weaknesses in a way that your geography teacher likely can't. They can also adapt the way they teach to fit your exact learning style and give you as much time as you need to master a topic, which represents a significant advantage over learning geography in a traditional classroom setting.
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Recent Geography Tutoring Session Notes
Discussed photosynthesis including light dependent and light independent reactions. Covered photosystems II and I. Also discussed note taking strategies, diagram drawing, and how to read text books and identify most important information. The student is doing great. She is an enthusiastic learner and is a pleasure to work with.
We discussed finding the area and perimeter of various shapes (Triangle, Rectangle), as well as solving for the unknown angles in a triangle. This involved an introduction of a bit of algebra which the student picked up very well. Over all, quite a bit of progress was made.
We practiced his European geography using a website given to him by his teacher. At the start of our session, he was not very familiar with European countries and capitals, and he has a tendency to be impulsive when he doesn't know an answer. However, we were able to practice both capitals and countries many times each, and by the end of our session he was doing much better, although he could still benefit from more practice.
The student must complete a project about Mexico for class. We worked on his part and he will completing the rest with his partner when they make their board. In doing this, we practiced correct grammar and capitalization. Finally, I checked his current events assignment and math homework. He will need to practice conversions and reading division problems correctly, but his arithmetic has no issues.
The student and I went over the basics of world geography, including the continents and the oceans. Then we focused on learning the location of a few major countries on different continents. Afterwards, we began an introduction to American Government.
Today the student and I worked on the geography of Africa. I demonstrated how to use a map key, legend, and scale. We discussed the equator. We also talked about the difference between landlocked, enclaved, and coastal countries. Finally we talked briefly about the history of African trading empires.
