...out to a tutor because the traditional classroom method is not best suited for their learning needs. There is nothing more joyful than when a student finally understands the material in a way that makes sense to them. Many times, students need flexibility and patience in order to grasp a foreign concept. I am a firm believer in the power of education and I hope to share my love of learning with all of my...
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I have a strong background in English. My years of travel experience have helped me develop excellent cultural sensitivity and awareness, and I work well with people from all backgrounds. I am especially familiar with critical analysis of film and theater, but have studied a variety of literary traditions.
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For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a teacher. I believe that teaching is more than a job, more than a career; it is a calling. Making a difference in the lives of others is important to me. I can't think of another job that offers that opportunity as much as teaching. ... The first session would begin with me getting to know my student. I want to know what they...
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I am a senior Psychology, Spanish, and Religion major, and I have been tutoring for over ten years. I love working with students of all ages, and I have five years of experience working with students with learning differences! I specialize in English literature, writing, learning differences, and Spanish.
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...to those trying to achieve perfect scores. Although I always create individualized plans, I focus on teaching every student the most effective, step-by-step way to approach each question on each section of the test. Beyond test prep, I've taught/tutored just about every academic subject through the undergraduate level. Outside the classroom, I enjoy reading about history, going to church, coaching sports (track & tennis), and spending time with my family. I really enjoy getting to...
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...encourage my students to think for themselves. I always remind them that I will not be there on test day. That said, it's very important for me to be a supportive, fun, and engaging teacher. I look forward to tutoring sessions and try my best to make sure that my students do as well. Since receiving my MPH, I have been writing a full-length musical The Moving Sky. I have been a professional, published songwriter...
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...Dame. During these two years, I completed my coursework for a master's degree in education while teaching in an under-resourced school in Dallas, Texas. There I taught the skills of effective writing, speaking, and listening to students in grades 6 through 8 in grammar, vocabulary, literature, and writing classes. I would like to continue helping students realize their full potential by tutoring them in what I am most passionate about--the art of the written and...
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...and persuasively, and to ensure that their basic skills --vocabulary and grammar-- are well developed. I like to help students to think about big ideas and to explore their meanings and implications. I have travelled to many countries throughout world and enjoy meeting and working with students of different ethnicities and cultures. I recently worked online with a student from Ghana who wrote a book about African hair styles. I have helped students in Switzerland,...
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...all ages and stages of their learning journey and I specialize in tackling performance anxiety during "crunch-time." While obtaining my graduate degree, I enjoyed working as a TA, and sharing ideas and perspectives with bright undergrads. I have advanced French and intermediate Spanish language skills. I have also completed my TESOL certification and enjoy teaching the nuances of the English language to eager communicators. My teaching style is patient and personalized. I strive to find...
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...make sure that tutoring is a pleasant and memorable experience. I have experience tutoring students in Literature, Reading, Writing, Grammar, and SAT/ACT English. I also tutor students after school and during lunch so that they don't fall behind in class. During this time, I prepare them for upcoming state and college entrance exams. I hope to give my students a positive learning experience and welcome suggestions or resources students or parents can provide. Please feel...
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...the day with teaching licenses in two states. I teach private music lessons to 4th-12th grade students on all concert band instruments and offer music theory/music education tutoring. I have been tutoring test prep for the past year on all levels of the ISEE, SSAT, ACT, and HSPT. I also tutor students in English and reading along with general homework help. Since I am certified in two states to teach K-12 students, I work well...
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...health and sociology, as well as a minor in Media, Culture, and Communications. I hope to continue my academic career in law school either this fall or in 2022 (if I can get in, so can you!) I am originally from Texas, where I attended a small private school that taught the classical curriculum. Receiving a classical education has helped me develop skills in rhetoric, logical thinking, and writing. While I enjoy tutoring all enthusiastic...
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...a year abroad at the Humboldt University of Berlin, where I studied linguistics in German! After graduating, I worked for three years as a tutor, academic coach, and operations manager of a tutoring company in Berkeley, California. There, I tutored students of all ages in reading, writing, French, German, test preparation, and executive functioning. From there, I moved to Austria for a year under Fulbright Austria as an English language teaching assistant; I worked in...
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...exploration, discovery, oh...and big explosions. Shaniquoa has a dream of her own-- to use the knowledge gained from her Master's Degrees in Education and her Bachelor's Degree in English to inspire students of any age, creed, or ability to soar. Her work experience expands over fifteen years in education. She's taught grades K-12 and adult learners, helping students develop a passion for thinking creatively and for thinking critically. She taught her first class in highschool...
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...challenge social norms are using critical thinking skills My goal as an educator is to provide students with the opportunity to discover new strengths and abilities and to conquer new challenges on their own terms with the help of a structured real or virtual environment. My primary strength as an educator and mentor is establishing a relationship with the student that is fed by a fluid and dynamic exchange of ideas and information, while remaining...
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...Health Alliance. I conducted research in Ethiopia, where I investigated the potential impact of a simple trauma-training course on medical students and on layperson youth. My other research projects included studying the use of a perioperative mortality rate as a possible measure of safety of surgery and anesthesia in Ethiopia and the use of a trauma registry in Mozambique. My passion for global health led me to take an academic research year between my 3rd...
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...tutored students individually for all sections of the SAT and ACT during my time there, and I have continued to do so for the past year with Varsity Tutors. I love teaching English and Literature because I have a passion for storytelling, and I enjoy teaching Math and Grammar because of their rational nature and the enjoyment that comes from solving logic puzzles. When I am not teaching, I enjoy going to the movies, spending...
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...In addition to writing, I'm also qualified to tutor test prep, particularly ACT, SAT, and PSAT. In test prep sessions, I like to begin with one or more diagnostic tests and then create a plan for the remainder of our time together. It's always my goal to make the best use of your time, so I encourage students to tell me what they'd like to work on. This not only ensures that the lesson is...
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...is someone who can listen to, interact well, and understand the needs of the student. This is so important because it establishes an environment where both the student and the tutor feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings about the material. In a tutoring session, a student should feel open to ask questions and express concerns. Outside of academics, I enjoy sports, specifically triathlon. I competed on UT's club triathlon team for four years, and...
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I am currently a tenured professor of English at Bergen Community College in New Jersey. As a former professional writer and editor, I have extensive experience working with all levels to help students become better critical thinkers, analytical readers, and writers.
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If you're applying for a private high school, there's a good chance you will be taking the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) Upper Level test soon. This exam is accepted for admissions determination by private schools across the US and in many other countries. If you feel like you could use some help on the reading comprehension section, Varsity Tutors can connect you with quality ISEE upper level reading comprehension tutoring to help you prepare to do your best on this this section of this important exam.
When you begin your ISEE upper level reading comprehension prep, one of the first things you'll learn is it consists of six passages, which may be about science, history, literature, or contemporary life. Each passage is followed by six questions, which can focus on any of the following categories:
Identifying the main idea
Pulling out the supporting ideas
Using inference to come to a conclusion that's not explicitly stated in the passage
Demonstrating understanding of vocabulary
Describing the organization and logic of the passage
Naming the main features of informational, narrative, or instructional passages
Understanding of tone, style, and figurative language
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