Jacob: German course instructor
...passionate about the material itself. But I enjoyed it even more when I heard about all the success other students were having as a result of my teaching. I was recruited to Brown University for rowing, and am officially undeclared but plan on graduating with a dual degree in biology and German studies. My favorite subjects to tutor are the ones I'm most passionate about; namely biology, German, and math (algebra and trig). Outside of...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad, Biology and German
Subject Expertise
- German
- Languages
- Conversational German
- German 1
- +21 subjects
Andrew: German course instructor
...my broad experience in tutoring many different subjects, so that I have a wide variety of approaches to help all types of students master the material. I also believe that, in my German tutoring especially, I'm very systematic, so that my students have a strong grammar foundation on which to build further skills and concepts. I have also lived in Germany for a year, and am able to bring world-life experiences into tutoring sessions, so...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- PSAT Writing Skills
- ACT Reading
- +26 subjects
Joel: German course instructor
...from middle school mathematics to multivariable calculus and differential equations; preparation for the ACT, SAT, and AP tests; and topics in literature and history. My favorite subject to tutor is probably calculus because calculus really opens students' options for further exploration in math, science, economics, and pretty much every other STEM field. When it comes to tutoring, I believe that in order to give useful feedback to a student I need to observe and listen...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- PSAT Writing Skills
- AP Computer Science
- Psychology
- +60 subjects
Zach: German course instructor
...is Zach Polonsky, and I am a junior at Colorado School of Mines, studying Engineering Physics. As a physics major, I know the importance of understanding the fundamentals of a subject before trying to focus on specifics, especially in math and science. I try to have a very flexible teaching style, as I know not everybody learns in the same way, and I will always come prepared to teach a subject in multiple ways depending...
Education & Certification
- Colorado School of Mines - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- German
- English
- Algebra 3/4
- Middle School Math
- +31 subjects
Eric: German course instructor
...of Arts degree with a double major in German and Philosophy. I've tutored for three years as an undergraduate student for Juniata and have the most experience tutoring writing, math, and German. It is most exciting for me to tutor German and writing because I am incredibly passionate about the German language and culture, and from my perspective bettering one's writing is also a process in bettering one's thinking. I find it rewarding to help...
Education & Certification
- Juniata College - Bachelors, Philosophy and German (Double Major)
Subject Expertise
- German
- IB Language B SL
- IB Language B HL
- IB Language B
- +38 subjects
Danielle: German course instructor
...years at Hamilton, I worked both as a German Teaching Assistant in the German department and as a Writing Tutor at the Hamilton Writing Center. As a T.A., I helped my students develop study skills, complete homework, and improve their German language skills. As a writing tutor, I worked with peers to strengthen their essays, develop writing techniques, and explore their ideas on paper. These experiences helped me learn the importance of patience, encouragement, and...
Education & Certification
- Hamilton College - Bachelors, English Literature, German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- College Essays
- Literature
- Study Skills
- +24 subjects
David: German course instructor
...for creating and encouraging interest in specific topics and in learning itself. While I agree that the goal of teaching is to help someone learn a certain topic, the greatest achievement in teaching I have experienced is giving someone the ability to reason, and the drive and ability to begin teaching themselves. I enjoy teaching certain topics because of their power to bring this about, including languages, mathematics, and (of course) philosophy. All of these...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- History
- Classics
- +55 subjects
Jamison: German course instructor
...a very patient and understanding person. I speak clearly and always make sure I can help the student find a way to understand the material, even if it means deviating form normal techniques. I have tutored both kids and peers in the past. I have found that for kids, especially in mathematics, relating to something they enjoy makes the experience more enjoyable. Regarding peers/college level students, I can relate to them very well, because I...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering/German Studies
Subject Expertise
- German
- Middle School Math
- ACT
- German 2
- +20 subjects
Daniel: German course instructor
...is Daniel and I graduated from the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL. I was a Mathematics major with a strength in math. I am pretty flexible when it comes to my availability. I also live in Chesapeake, VA over the summers as that is where my family lives. I used to tutor people for service hours in high school, and even just for fun to help out my friends and siblings. I can learn...
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Current Undergrad Student, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- German
- Biology
- History
- ACT English
- +81 subjects
Alexander: German course instructor
...Connecticut. In mathematics in particular I have strong experience working with students who have learning disabilities. I'm near-fluent in German and Spanish, have a year of Chinese under my belt, and have introductory familiarity with Turkish, Korean, French, Italian, and Japanese. If you ever need a conversation practice partner for German/Spanish, let me know! Talking again about math, I have the most experience teaching Pre-Algebra through Algebra II, but I'm more than comfortable working with...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Spanish
- Public Speaking
- Other
- +81 subjects
Elyse: German course instructor
...North Carolina. Given my varied professional and academic background, I tutor a broad range of subjects, from GRE Verbal test prep to Psychology. Of these subjects, I am most enthusiastic about ESL and German, as I believe learning another language is a wonderful way to open yourself up to new opportunities and experiences. From my own learning experience, I know it takes a lot of support to be a successful student, and I take joy...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- German
- TOEFL
- Languages
- ISEE-Middle Level Reading Comprehension
- +35 subjects
Adesuwa: German course instructor
...enthusiastic about learning as I am about teaching and kick-started my tutoring career many years ago while volunteering at a refugee home in Berlin. It's been an amazing journey ever since! Between teaching 4th grade and solely instructing an accredited freshman-level sociology course at Rutgers University during my senior year of college, I've been fortunate enough to help students adequately connect with the necessary material (school work, prep courses, etc) in ways that suit their...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-Camden - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- German
- SAT Writing and Language
- SAT Reading
- SAT Math
- +28 subjects
Sarah: German course instructor
...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 are looking for, and I'm ready to help you get into the school of your dreams. Whether you need tutoring in the Humanities, test prep strategies, or individualized essay assistance, I know that I can help you achieve your goals and reach academic success. Thanks for reading, and...
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Universitaet fuer Musik und darstellende Kunst - Certificate, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- German
- Latin
- Greek
- Mandarin Chinese
- +89 subjects
Abigail: German course instructor
...years now. I also spent a semester volunteering with a volunteer based organization which focuses on helping Elementary school children who are reading below grade level get caught up and have worked as a writing tutor for about one year now. As you can tell, my specialty is English and writing, but I have also had great success with teaching math, because I am a good communicator. I sincerely believe that a student can learn...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Study Skills
- Reading
- Java
- +32 subjects
Ilana: German course instructor
...rather than direct instruction, helping students to discover answers on their own. I am very patient and understand that sometimes all it takes to understand a difficult concept is to explain it in a few different ways. We all learn differently, so I aim to develop an individualized approach for each student in order to make the most of our time together. While I am not being a tutor, I am a musician. In addition...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- German
- Greek
- Spanish
- Comparative Literature
- +80 subjects
Jackie: German course instructor
...am a 24-year old student who has just graduated from the University of Arizona with my BA in Linguistics. My minors are Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. I was born in Germany, and speak fluent German. I have always had a love and interest for languages, and my goal is to encourage students to also embrace foreign languages, and hopefully ignite a spark for second-language learning all kinds of different people. Learning a second, third, or...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelors, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- German
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
- German 1
- +10 subjects
Scott: German course instructor
...secondary level. I have been a tutor since my acceptance into the National Honor Society in high school. I have tutored at Alma College and have worked as a teaching assistant at Michigan State, where I helped design assessments as well as teaching at the beginner and intermediate levels. German has been a favorite subject of mine because of my personal connection to the language and culture. I enjoy using games and communicative activities as...
Education & Certification
- Alma College - Bachelors, German
- Michigan State University - Masters, German
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 1
- German 2
- German 4
- +3 subjects
Kristin: German course instructor
...currently a student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I tutor for living learning communities while at U of I in college Physics, Chemistry, and German. I also volunteer at a local high school in all levels of the German classes as sometimes a pull out and after school tutor. I am a very passionate person, and one of my major passions is school and I want to spread that passion around and get...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Teaching Education
Subject Expertise
- German
- Algebra 2
- SAT Subject Tests
- General Chemistry
- +33 subjects
Scott: German course instructor
...a way that is fun for student and tutor. I am patient and personable when tutoring. Middle school, high school, and beginning college students are my specialty, but I can tutor students of any age. I can customize lessons to your needs and interests, and I can help you more easily understand some of the elements of German that may seem a little intimidating or complex at first. Aside from tutoring and using German, I...
Education & Certification
- University of New Hampshire-Main Campus - Bachelors, German
- Boston University - Masters, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- German
- German 4
- Languages
- Conversational German
- +3 subjects
Irina: German course instructor
...German, having received an M.A . in teaching German as a foreign language one of Russia's top-notch linguistics universities and research centers in 1993. My specialty is teaching German and English as a second language, and in 1994 I underwent training to teach Russian as a second language. Over my more than 20 years in teaching, I have trained people of all stripes for all kinds of personal goals: to improve their grades at school,...
Education & Certification
- Pyatigorsk State Foreign Languages Pedagogical University - Bachelor in Arts, Teaching German as a Foreign Language
Subject Expertise
- German
- Russian
- Conversational German
- German 4
- +4 subjects