Certified Tutors From Skidmore College

...tutored anyone in History, its one of my passions. Whether Ancient, European, or US History, I'm always happy to help anyone with their history courses. I also minored in Theater, and adore teaching people to speak confidently in public or in the work place. I strive to teach my students to be able to teach...

...and French. I also have a master's degree from the University of Oxford, where I studied the history and literature of the Middle Ages. I also have experience working as a curator, designing exhibits, and working with local school districts. I have a passion for education, history, and the humanities. I am committed to tailoring...

...After studying English in college and after teaching middle school and high school English, I understand what I was missing when I was in high school: "The WHY." Understanding that writers write novels for a really big reason has helped me make sense of the work I did as a student and the work I'm...

I am a chemistry teacher in a public high school and enjoy science learning and teaching very much. I work day-in and day-out with students and am up to date with the curriculum of high school chemistry. I am excited about chemistry and how it affects our daily lives, and enjoy teaching.

Passionate social justice advocate eager to serve as a mentor to the youth. Sociologist at heart. I am the rose that grew from the concrete.

...a professional educator I have four years experience in the classroom, and over 10 years experience tutoring and mentoring. I love meeting new students and clients and find tutoring to be an extremely fun and rewarding process. In my spare time you'll find me working on my art, running my business, reading, cooking, hanging with...

My name is Jadon, and I am currently a student at Skidmore College. I have previous experience tutoring students in a variety of subjects.

...of kids, ages 6-15, to improve reading, comprehension and math. At Skidmore, where I double majored in History and Political Science, I was a Peer Mentor, or Teacher's Assistant, for a freshman class on British Naval history. In addition to grading papers, hosting various programs on academic life on campus, and generally being a resource...

I firmly believe that there's no such thing as an unsolvable problem. With the right approach and mindset, it's always doable - and my job is to help you get there!

...My teaching philosophy is relationships first: that means I view each student as an individual and get to know them both as a learner and a person in order to best help them achieve their academic goals. There is no one-size-fits-all method to educating or tutoring and my approach with every student is unique. When...

...special interest in developmental psych. As a professional, I work with middle and high school aged youth as a full time mentor, helping them reach their full potential, very much including school success. I have worked with young people at every turn in my career and meeting learners where they are is something I am...

...upstate New York. I truly believe that the success of our Republic is dependent upon a well-educated and involved citizenry. Which is why, I want to help students understand and enjoy their social science education. I find that in the classroom, students are often crammed into classrooms, and told that they must learn about American...

...thinking skills, all of which have served me well. When I taught skiing, I found that the most effective way to teach was by connecting what the student was there to learn with things they enjoyed. While skiing and academia are different, both require a strong base of knowledge to pull from. It is so...

...as a music and Spanish tutor throughout my studies. During my senior year, I wrote an 80-page thesis titled "Jazz Flamenco: How Political and Cultural Appropriation Created a New Musical Genre," which allowed me to meld my interests in Spanish, music, and writing. While my academic work and mentoring roles were fulfilling, my passion for...

...Literature, and colloquia for senior theses. Though the courses and students vary (and my strategies vary with the demands of each student), one thing remains consistent: I teach with the STUDENT'S goal in mind. Another way of phrasing this idea: I offer strategies tailored to help each student attain his or her individual idea of...

...and non-judgmental environment. I have volunteered in classroom settings and tutored students in grades 2-12, including in a public elementary school and a private school for college-bound students in elementary through high school with social and learning disabilities. In college, I spent many hours peer-reviewing my classmates' work as well as learning from their feedback,...

...Chemistry. I currently work at Drexel University in Philadelphia, but got my BA in Chemistry at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY. I'm currently a TA for college-level general chemistry and physical chemistry, both of which involve math and computer skills. I'm here to help with any STEM questions! When I'm not doing research or...

...Math and Dance, as well as a minor in Computer Science. I've worked as a tutor for Skidmore's math department, and for the school's summer research program. I was also a part of the school's problem solving group, and competed in the national Putnam exam. My approach for tutoring is going to vary based on...

...prep, physical sciences, biological sciences, forensics and environmental science. I love teaching biology, but every science has an interesting aspect to it. I do believe everyone can enjoy science as long as you find what works from them also science puns are a must. Some of my interests are travel, cooking and spending as much...

...that were student-driven. I used movement, manipulatives, and peer interaction to engage my learners and provide concrete examples to difficult concepts. I use the strategy "I do, We do, You do" frequently to model the expected behavior, procedure, or skill. I also used one-on-one reading conferences as a way to individualize instruction and to build...