I am a dedicated online tutor here to help students soar academically in the areas of English, Math, and Spanish. I am passionate about helping others learn and will do my absolute best to make sure that each of my clients achieve success.
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I believe that teaching is about engaging the mind. It is about introducing students to conceptual frameworks with which they can, in profound way, understand, master, and incorporate educational concepts and strategies in productive ways. In short, for me, teaching is about challenging and inspiring students to think critically.
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...University of Maryland. I was in the very first graduating class from Notre Dame for their newly minted TESOL program, and really enjoyed learning from my advisor and instructor who developed the program. I taught briefly at local community colleges in Maryland while working on my degree and stuck with it for a couple of years after graduation. My first official teaching gig out of college was for an advanced class of ESL learners who...
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...a deep passion for helping students be successful. I have taught students in Africa, Asia, Europe, Montana (University of Montana), Ohio (Wilmington College), California (Heald Business College) and Arizona (Arizona State University). I have my masters degree in English with a certificate in teaching English as a second language from the University of Montana and an undergraduate degree from The University of Cincinnati. I teach ESL, composition, essay writing, reading, phonics and grammar. I look...
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...teaching experience in Economics. I have a BA in Economics with a specialty in Industrial Economics and a MA in Economics with a specialty in Econometrics. I had to write a lot of academic papers while a research assistant, and I have done a lot of business reports and presentations in my work experience. For my own business I have extensive experience in international marketing strategies, price and cost analysis, operational efficiency, plus customer service...
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...a B.A. in History and a B.A. in English and American Literature. There she also completed a History Teacher education program for grades 5-12. Cynthia has taught history and ESL, and tutored students in many subjects and for tests such as the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. She has recently earned her M.S. in Counseling, specialization in School Counseling. To learn more about her background and how she blends counseling techniques into her teaching, please...
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...be able to assist you in all of your educational needs. I am working on my Masters in Biological Science with an Emphasis on Teaching. I am also a licensed secondary biological science teacher. I hold my undergraduate in psychology and am an artist. I am TEFL certified and have years of experience virtually teaching many subjects to a variety of ages. I would love to help you achieve your academic goals!
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I graduated from Southeast Missouri State University and received my Master of Arts in TESOL. I have 10 years of teaching/tutoring experience. I have taught in different settings (fully online, face-to-face, and through conference video) and ages 1 to 70. It is my goal to make learning interactive and educational. I tutor all levels of English, writing, and ESL.
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Bonjour! I am Celia. I am a French native speaker from Clermont-Ferrand (in the center of France). I have been teaching French in the Unites States for 20 years and I have been enjoying every minute of it. I also proofed several French methods. No matter what your goals are, let me help you. No previous knowledge is required. :)
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...gives me the opportunity to use my experience to continue to help students improve. Reduce the frustrations and anxiety you feel about tests and writing with an experienced person like me to guide you. Learning should be enjoyable and I am good at patiently building on your strengths while helping you identify and overcome weaknesses. With a good tutor you can find both success and pleasure even in the most frustrating of academic situations. My...
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...Bachelor of Science from the Eberly College of Science. I passed my USMLE Step 1 exam this year, so I am really passionate about this exam and other medicine/science based exams and helping students prepare to get the best possible score they can attain by mastering basic sciences, proper study techniques, and creating a schedule that works great for them. I achieved dean's list for my first two years of medical school and became a...
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I consider myself an interactive yet patient tutor who will adapt to each student's needs and pace. I am eager to help students of all ages improve their language skills in Spanish, English and French!
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Hello! I am an English instructor with 17 years of experience teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language. I am experienced in writing tutoring at the college level, and also have experience preparing students for English proficiency tests such as IELTS and TOEFL. I believe that language learning should be fun and personalized! I look forward to working with you.
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...College of New York. I'm passionate about the importance of the liberal arts in education and my tutoring strengths include all areas of English and Spanish, as well as US and Latin American history. I have more than 10 years of teaching experience, including 3 in Mexico, and there's nothing else I'd rather be doing. I currently teach ESOL as an adjunct at Westchester Community College and Borough of Manhattan Community College.
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Hello! I'm Kendra, a professional ESL and Curriculum Development professional. I graduated with a Bachelor's degree from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). I have worked both abroad and domestically, online and in the classroom teaching students of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels. I focus heavily on proper pronunciation, grammar and building your confidence as an English speaker. I look forward to seeing you in class!
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Utilization of my organizational, motivational, rapid adaptation and communication skills provide a solid foundation for me to become a desirable, proficient tutor.
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Can also tutor:SSAT, ACT, ISEE and 52 more subjects.
...experience in a classroom environment and over 3 years' experience teaching virtually I bring knowledge, energy and a personal touch to the classroom and tutoring environment. Let's meet and discuss how I can help you or your child improve - reading skills including decoding, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. -ESL skills including listening, reading, speaking and writing English - elementary math - science and social studies In addition to being an educator I am also a...
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...a teaching playwriting, theatre skills, and literacy through the arts and working with students and children for almost ten years. I also teach English as a second language online to students in China! My goal as a teacher is not just for my students to master the necessary skills, but to truly engage with the material and have fun with the learning process! I work with students to help them realize the power of their...
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Typically taken by non-native English speakers, the TOEFL exam is a test of proficiency in the English language. For those whose first language is not English, there are a large number of institutions that require TOEFL score reports. Many colleges, universities, and employers may ask for your TOEFL scores as well when you apply for a job. Scoring your absolute highest on the exam can greatly improve your likelihood of being admitted to your top-rated program or being offered a position with your preferred employer.
The TOEFL exam asks test-takers to perform a wide variety of tasks, such as writing essays based on a given topic, reading excerpts of academic texts, listening to a recording in English, and stating an opinion on a particular matter using spoken English. Learning a new language can be difficult enough, and for many students, an exam such as the TOEFL presents multiple challenges, including attaining a sufficient command of the English language and developing a familiarity with the intricacies of the standardized exam format.
Varsity Tutors can help you connect with affordable, one-on-one TOEFL tutoring to assist you with your test prep. An exceptional TOEFL tutor can help you succeed on exam day with personalized, private lessons that suit your goals and needs. Whatever your reasons for taking the test, your tutor can help you work toward them. With TOEFL tutoring, you can focus on the Reading; Listening; Speaking; or Writing section of the exam; a combination of these sections; or all of them. Your TOEFL tutoring can focus on a wide variety of components of the English language, such as pronunciation, spelling, grammar, morphology, or syntax, or a variety of these features.
These language tutors can also work with you to help you learn strategic test-taking skills specific to the format of the TOEFL to further help you prepare to excel when you take your exam. English language skills are often learned in succession, with new skills drawing upon old ones. Working with a private tutor allows you to construct an English skill set that only grows stronger with each tutoring session. Many students have found that private tutoring provides an optimal means of acquiring fluency in a new language. One-on-one interactions allow for the rapid exchange of dialogue, which in turn helps to strengthen your command of the English language. Indeed, interpersonal communication represents a far more natural way to learn a new language than computer software or self-guided study can provide. One of the most difficult aspects of the English language is pronunciation. There are a lot of words that look the same, but are pronounced differently. Without speaking to another person, it can be difficult to pick up on these intricacies. A private tutor is an excellent resource in this regard because they can make sure that you are on the right track. Additionally, your private tutor can act as a friend and mentor. They will be there to encourage you and to provide guidance throughout the entire process.
With the help of a TOEFL tutor, you can greatly improve your knowledge of the English language and approach your exam with confidence. Contact Varsity Tutors today for more information about the TOEFL tutoring options available near you, and let us help you connect with an experienced tutor.
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Recent TOEFL Tutoring Session Notes
We worked on the student's upcoming test which involves writing, reading, listening, and speaking. We did a brief review on each of these topics by doing practice. I gave him advice on how to approach and handle each of these sections appropriately to maximize his score.
Most of the time spent was getting the student set up on the computer to take practice tests and locating where he needed the most work. All of the sessions until this Saturday's test will be spent on his weak areas.
Since we went over writing and reading comprehension last time, we did some listening and speaking exercises. She did well and on the last listening exercise. I recommended she first do the easy questions/ones she could recall quickest and found that when she did that she built her confidence and got all the questions right. I think she will continue to improve.
Today was an introductory session with this student. We worked almost entirely out of her TOEFL textbook with reading comprehension exercises. We worked on vocabulary building (I had her write down the definitions of at least eight unfamiliar words) as part of that. I gave her some tips about TOEFL reading (i.e. inferring meaning of words from their context) and told her a bit about the speaking portion of the TOEFL. Her reading ability is fairly strong and she got most of the answers correct without hesitation. She doesn't have a lot of time to prepare of the test but I feel confident. To end the session I gave her a homework assignment of reading another TOEFL reading exercise from her book. By her next session I will have my own copy of the TOEFL book.
Today I had the pleasure of meeting the student. We discussed our plan for her to excel and pass the exam. I assisted her in setting up a study calendar, to help her with organization and time management. The next tutor session we will work on reading/listening practice questions and discuss her study schedule.
Began work on TOEFL, using a study guide. Today was spent with an overview of the entire test and an in depth look at the reading section. The student finds TOEFL questions more manageable than similar SAT questions, mostly due to the vocabulary difficulty.