Top GRE Tutors serving Detroit
Chris: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...I am teaching or tutoring a student, I always try to abide by the motto: "People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care." This motto has helped me focus on being a good listener, which I believe has made me a very effective instructor/tutor. When a student says that he/she does not understand a concept, I will often ask him/her a couple follow-up questions in an effort to identify...
Education & Certification
Wayne State University - Bachelors, Mathematics Education
Michigan State University - Masters, Mathematics for Teachers
Jessica: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...tutored underserved students in Boston in basic algebra. Since graduation, I have worked seasonally as a field biologist managing and surveying plants, entering data, and leading volunteer groups of all ages. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, yoga, reading, taking free online courses, and cooking. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but specialize in biology, math, and test prep. If a student is struggling with a particular problem, I work to understand what...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, biology, concentrating in ecology and conservation biology
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Mubashir: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...problems, but also to make the learning process interesting for them and to give them tools on how to approach the problems. I have a B.S degree in Electrical Power Engineering Technology and a M.S degree in Engineering Technology from University of Houston. Math has always been my strong area. In my Calculus 1 course at University of Houston, I had the 3rd highest final average in a class of almost 200 students. I have...
Education & Certification
University of Houston - Bachelors, Electrical Power Engineering Technology
University of Houston - Masters, Engineering Technology
SAT Math: 720
Illiana: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...kindergarten through twelfth grade students, and I am passionate about helping students develop and master all aspects of literacy. I am used to working with students in one-on-one and group settings, and I have both classroom and pull-out experience. In a typical day, I help students to address many facets of their language and literacy, including vocabulary, writing, phonemic awareness, verbal organization, sentence structure, and reading comprehension. Additionally, I have advanced fluency in Russian and...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Russian Language and Literature, Linguistics
Wayne State University - Masters, Speech-Language Pathology
GRE Verbal: 168
Kamahl: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...a master Industrial & Operations Engineering graduate (Lean Six Sigma and Supply chain management concentration) from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Currently, I work at the University of Michigan Health System - Ann Arbor as a Management Engineer Consultant. Teaching has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. My mother being a French teacher, it was no surprise that I enjoyed teaching growing up. My career goal...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Industrial & Operations Engineer
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Masters, Industrial & Operations Engineer
Andrew: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
I am a lifelong learner, and I hope to share that mindset while tutoring. I believe that any subject can be interesting as long as your approach it with an open, optimistic mind.... Any subject can be made interesting, with a motivated and optimistic mindset.... In a first session I like to find out a student's strengths and weaknesses. From there, we can determine if our best option is to multiply a student's strengths, or incrementally...
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Michigan State University - Bachelors, Kinesiology
University of Michigan-Flint - Current Grad Student, Doctor of Physical Therapy
Connor: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...in life. I'm here to understand your GRE goals, and help you navigate the process to getting there. Not everyone has, or needs to have the same goals, so I'll work with you to personalize your study plan. I look forward to helping you achieve those goals! I have a combined 334 overall score, good for 99th percentile of test takers. Moreover, while the verbal portion comes naturally to me, I had to work my...
Education & Certification
Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Social Sciences
GRE: 334
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 170
Kelly: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...nature, is a controversial subject. The tools used to teach basic math, scientific theories, even the base curriculum, are consistently subject to change and criticism. What determines the mettle of a teacher is the patience required to help their students learn the tools they need to absorb new information and thrive. I was lucky enough to have teachers who understood the goals of teaching, such as teaching skills before facts, and presenting students with a...
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The Ohio State University - Bachelors, History and Russian Language
The Ohio State University - Masters, History
GRE Verbal: 163
Bolivar: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...over-arching theme is decomposition and nutrient cycling in ecosystems and I got about answering questions about this in various ways (e.g. ants). At the University of Michigan, I have served as a graduate student instructor in two courses both at the undergraduate and graduate level. Having the opportunity to teach and mentor students at those levels is very exciting. Nevertheless, I love to introduce students all levels of new concepts and ideas. I most enjoy...
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University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Master of Science, Natural Resources Management and Policy
GRE Quantitative: 145
GRE Verbal: 151
Brooke: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...years of experience teaching and tutoring Science, Math, and English to students ranging from middle school to college. I graduated with my PhD in Molecular Biology/Microbiology in 2020 from Wayne State University. During my graduate studies I taught undergraduate Introductory Biology Labs. I also served as a lead lecturer for Microbiology for one semester. Prior to graduate school, I received my BSc in Biology from University of Michigan, Dearborn in 2014. During my undergraduate studies,...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Dearborn - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Wayne State University - Doctor of Philosophy, Molecular Biology
ACT Reading: 32
GRE Quantitative: 154
GRE Verbal: 161
Alafia: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...tutored subjects from general chemistry to physical chemistry, and I have a really strong background in math. I want to pass on my love for chemistry, biology, math, and engineering to students! I have been tutoring these subjects for the past three years. My tutoring style is friendly, and encouraging! I am a visual learner, and I like to teach my students concepts by pictures. Furthermore, my tutoring style is fun and hands on.
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
University of Michigan-Dearborn - Current Grad Student, Industrial Engineering
Peter: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
I am a passionate EFL Teacher with hands on international experience in facilitating English language acquisition and designing EFL curriculum. I am looking for students who are eager to excel and pursue their goals.... To foster constructive learning.
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelors, History and Chinese
Jason: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
Hello! My name is Jason and I am a lifelong learner interested in inspiring others to cultivate a similar drive. I look forward to meeting with you!
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Physics
ACT Composite: 34
Tetyana: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...well as cook. While I can tutor a wide array of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology and English. As an undergraduate student, I was the Senior Editor of a student-run publication for three years, affording me extensive experience in editing others' work. After I graduated, I co-instructed an international summer science course offered by UofM for high school aged students. This was a lab based course that investigated topics in genetics and developmental...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 33
GRE Verbal: 161
Julia: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...literature. I believe that through writing and the challenge of working through and clearly communicating our ideas, we learn much more about whatever subject we are discussing. I am passionate about working with students because it was fourteen years into my education that I first encountered a teacher who waited, patiently and non-accusingly, at least 10 seconds after asking a question before calling and someone and initiating a discussion. This was transformative for me as...
Education & Certification
Denison University - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 740
GRE Verbal: 168
Rebecca: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...have a lot of strategies in my tool belt for tackling difficult concepts. My style as a tutor is to be patient, positive and encouraging. I tend to develop strong relationships with students as a mentor. Before becoming a teacher, I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Architecture and Urban Studies and worked for several years as an architect in New York. I have always tutored in my spare time, and...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Architecture & Urban Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 750
Israel: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...a graduate of University of Michigan Ann Arbor. I received my Bachelor of Science in Economics and Mathematics with a focus on finance. Since graduation, I worked briefly as a financial advisor, and then went on to work as a private tutor in my local community. I tutor students of any grade K-12. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics, Economics, and Statistics. I have adequate experience tutoring...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Kerry: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...representing television stations. I also speak German, having learned it as a high school exchange student, majored in it in college, and having spent a summer working in a Berlin law office. As much as I love the law--and I really do!--I also love teaching. I recently spent a semester teaching as an Adjunct Professor of Law at a law school; that experience confirmed for me that teaching is what I was meant to do....
Education & Certification
University of Georgia - Bachelors, German
University of Michigan Law School - Juris Doctor, Law - JD
Yale University - PHD, Law
LSAT: 177
Rebekah: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...how to live in the backcountry and repair trails in the White Mountains. I have been tutoring for the past year in English, writing, math from elementary through high school levels, standardized tests, and chemistry. I enjoy tutoring for the SAT and ACT the most; I feel like every problem is a puzzle and I love helping students learn how to work the puzzles themselves. My philosophy for tutoring is if one explanation doesn't work,...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor of Science, Geology-Biology
Martha: Detroit GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Detroit, MI
...psychological processes. I hope to continue in academia to become a professor of psychology, as teaching is among my greatest passions. I offer tutoring services in SAT and GRE prep, as well as in grammar, writing, and essay editing. I also provide help with AP Lang, Lit, 2-D Studio Art, Music Theory, and Psychology. I believe that all tutors should be patient enough to listen to each student's unique needs, and flexible enough to respond...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Psychology
Duke University - Current Grad Student, Global Health
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 760
Private GRE Tutoring in Detroit, MI
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Detroit GRE Tutoring FAQ
If you're planning to take the GRE and you need a little help with your studies, Varsity Tutors can set you up with Detroit GRE tutoring that can suit your needs. The GRE, or Graduate Record Examinations, is administered in more than 160 countries, and it is accepted by thousands of colleges around the world. It is an important part of the admissions process in many colleges. Although much of the material that is covered by the GRE can be learned in a classroom, Detroit GRE tutors can still help you better understand subjects that may be giving you trouble during your studies.
How is Detroit GRE tutoring different from classroom learning?
The biggest difference between classroom learning and Detroit GRE tutoring is the kind of one-on-one attention that you can receive when you work with a private GRE tutor. There isn't much on the GRE that isn't covered in most high school and college courses, but a teacher in a traditional classroom has to pay attention to several students at once. They can certainly provide their students with thorough and comprehensive lessons, but it's easy for students to be overlooked if they need any extra help. On the other hand, a private instructor will be focused solely on you and your studies. They can get to know you and come up with lesson plans that are best suited to your learning style. For example, if you have trouble retaining information from the lectures and discussions that make up typical college classes, your instructor might be able to come up with a lesson plan that relies more on flashcards or hands-on learning activities. The goal of the best Detroit GRE tutors is to make sure that their students understand the material that will be on the exam - and they won't have an entire classroom of other students to distract them from that.
Detroit GRE tutors can also come up with lesson plans that give you a better idea of what to expect from the GRE itself. The GRE is made up of three sections: Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning. You will have around three hours and 45 minutes to complete the exam, and each of these three sections has a time limit. Even though you might have a good understanding of the material that will be in each section, it still pays to know about the format of the GRE before you sit down to take the exam. The GRE is also computer-based in most of the world, so you should have a good idea of how that system works. While you might go over all of this on your own, it's still far more helpful to get the advice of a private instructor who knows about the quirks of the GRE and who can provide you with test-taking strategies that can make the process a little easier to manage. This can be just as vital as knowing the material on the exam itself, and Detroit GRE tutors can provide that information to their students.
What are the benefits of studying with Detroit GRE tutors near me?
The biggest benefit of studying with Detroit GRE tutors is the undivided attention that they can provide to you. For some students, this might be enough to make their studies that much easier, but the benefits of individual instruction go further than that. When you work with a qualified and experienced GRE tutor, they can get to know you and learn more about your personal learning style. They might start out with a basic lesson plan, but that plan can be customized to suit your needs. This could mean covering the material with the aforementioned flashcards and hands-on learning activities, or it could mean teaching you new study strategies that you can use on your own. It might also involve helping you cope with the time management skills that you will need to complete every section of the GRE within the allotted time limit, or it might mean giving you strategies to cope with test anxiety. No matter what your personal academic needs may be, your Detroit GRE tutoring plan can be customized to fit them in a way that works for you.
Another advantage of Detroit GRE tutoring is that it can allow you to focus on the subjects that are giving you the most trouble in favor of the ones that you already know well. If you already have a good command of the English language and possess good composition skills, you probably don't need much help studying for the Analytical Writing section of the GRE. On the other hand, you might really be struggling with algebra and geometry, which are two of the subjects that you will need to understand on the Quantitative Reasoning section. Your private instructor doesn't have to completely skip over lessons concerning the Analytical Writing section since they should stay fresh in your mind, but the two of you can spend the majority of your study sessions going over math skills that will come in handy when you get to the Quantitative Reasoning section of the GRE.
You might also find that Detroit GRE tutoring is much more convenient than traditional classroom learning. When you enroll in a college course, a professor usually has to adhere to a set class schedule. That doesn't need to be the case with Detroit GRE tutors. While you should optimally stick to a regular tutoring schedule to help you retain the material that you study, you will have the freedom to choose the schedule that you want. You will be able to schedule your tutoring sessions around your job, your classes, or any other commitments that you might have. The fact that you have the option to study with your tutor online only adds to this convenience. As long as you have a wi-fi connection and a reliable computer, you can study with your instructor from your home, the main branch of the Detroit Public Library, or wherever you wish to study. Online tutoring gives you access to the Live Learning Platform, which records each of your sessions so that you can review them later. It also gives you access to features such as video chat, a virtual whiteboard, a shared document editor, and integrated practice problems that cover many of the concepts that will be on the GRE.
How can I get started with Detroit GRE tutors near me?
If you are ready to receive extra help as you study for the GRE, all you need to do is contact Varsity Tutors. We can take your schedule and your academic needs into consideration and help you find the Detroit GRE tutoring that best suits your needs. Instead of being completely responsible for studying for the GRE on your own, working with a private instructor can help you better understand the material and give you a reliable idea of what to expect from the exam.
For more information about how Detroit GRE tutors can help you prepare for the GRE or if you would like to find a tutor for yourself, contact Varsity Tutors today. We will be more than happy to answer any questions that you might have.
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