...San Diego, CA . Currently pursuing a major in Electrical and Computer Engineering and a Business minor at Rice University. I have two younger siblings I have always helped with homework and other school related projects. I have also tutored students from elementary school to high school aged students. I am best at STEM subjects and standardized test prep. However, Spanish is also a strong subject for me since I grew up speaking it. I...
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...with blending their life experience with educational endeavors. Learners are diverse, have a wealth of life experience, and enjoy the collaboration with instructors as they work towards their goals. I task myself with understanding my learners' preferences and delivering content to accommodate multiple modalities of learning. I also strongly believe that educators must be involved, approachable, and genuinely interested in their learners and create an engaging virtual or on-site learning experience. I love what I...
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...final months of my MA in Conflict Transformation and Social Justice at Queen's University Belfast. While living in Belfast, I have volunteer facilitated creative writing workshops for young people, served as a youth mentor at a local community centre, worked as a Reading Mentor for youth in foster care, and run the social media channels for my university's Humanities department. My tutoring style revolves around building a student's confidence in their abilities, regardless of the...
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Can also tutor:TACHS, ACT, SSAT and 30 more subjects.
...wanted to travel and teach again, so I completed the course along with a 20 hour Practicum. For my practicum, I co-taught a 2 hour lesson via a large non-profit in Washington, D.C.; Washington English Center. They provide education to immigrants and individuals working to improve their English skills for a variety of reasons. So, using their corporate Zoom account, it was a great experience to actually do online teaching for the first time (to...
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...South America has been enhanced by an exposure to different perspectives on teaching, learning, and socio-cultural dynamics. Encountering learning styles and customs from China, Mexico, the Middle East, and the U.S. encouraged both my communication and teaching styles to become flexible, student-centered, and responsive. Traveling widely during my time abroad also deepened my belief that active, personalized, hands-on examples or experiential learning provide the most beneficial aspects of education. Most subjects overlap within the knowledge...
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...students, I completed the three graduate courses to obtain an endorsement to teach ESL in Georgia. The beginning of my career was teaching in a regular classroom. I have now added 14 years of teaching online. I have been fortunate to teach French, English, ESL and Spanish face to face and virtually. I am passionate about guiding students to be successful academically. My main strategies include teaching to diverse learning styles, celebrating student success, and...
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...adults. I currently teach online ESL classes to South Korean adults in order to help them succeed in the workforce. As for my education, I hold a Bachelor of Arts in English, Language and Literature, along with a Master's Degree in Secondary Education. I am married and have a one and a half year old daughter, along with two pets. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy spending time with my family, going to the library, watching...
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...teach Japanese at all levels from pre-school to professional. I have over 5 years of experience working in a Japanese company so you can learn Japanese work etiquette and culture. My teaching style is using images and useful examples to help my students understand and master the language efficiently depending on their goal, whether it is to be fluent conversationally, to work in Japan, or to travel in Japan. The material will be prepared tailored...
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...studying at the European University at St. Petersburg in the Master's program of Russian Culture and the Arts, combining my love of both art and Russian culture. As a tutor at my University's writing center, I edited papers for a variety of subjects and worked with art majors to develop honors theses. I love brainstorming creative approaches to papers with students, and I may be one of the few recent graduates who still thinks grammar...
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Can also tutor:PSAT, SSAT, SAT and 41 more subjects.
Education
Sewanee University of the South - Bachelor in Arts, Russian, Art History
...is Katia Barahona. I am a Spanish native speaker. I have a degree in Foreign languages and I speak 3 languages: Spanish, French and English. I love having fun and teach my class in a very interactive way. I like to get to know my students to know and understand their personal goals towards learning a new language. I am here to help you and to provide the tools you need to succeed.
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...tutoring for over 4 years now, and I am currently enrolled in McGill University, working towards a BA in Political Science. I tutor SAT math, Japanese, English as a second language, and TOEFL. My teaching style really varies on each student, and I make it my goal to create a unique style for every individual student depending on their strengths and weaknesses. Outside of tutoring, I love art, watching comedy/crime shows, and watching Youtube. I...
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...know how important it is to meet students where they are at and identify attainable goals so that they can see where their efforts are going and develop their own appreciation for education. When I am not tutoring or traveling, I like to spend my free time doing yoga or going for a long hike. I also enjoy photography and reading and can can often be found with a coffee in hand!
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...mathematics. I am also a part-time professor of philosophy. My academic interests range from medieval Scholasticism to contemporary issues in bioethics and law. I believe that tutoring is not only about the transfer of knowledge between the tutor and the student, but also a transfer of skills, which would help the student learn how to find the answer himself or herself and to solve whatever academic problems come his or her way. Equally, important is...
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...Laude with a Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). I have 9 years of teaching experience as a Preschool, Elementary & College level instructor. I've taught general education courses, ESL, Spanish Native Language Literacy and a University Writing course. I love teaching! My favorite subjects to tutor are ESL, Reading, Writing, Grammar and Spanish. My tutoring style involves getting to know each other and sharing our interests, discovering my student's...
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Can also tutor:HSPT, ISAT, MAP and 98 more subjects.
...must be aware of the benefits education has for him. In an ideal world, this is enough to keep him focused on his learning and on mastery of skills and content. In the real world, there are many distractions and gaps steering him in the wrong direction. The role of the teacher is to guide the student toward learning and mastery, as well as to prioritize and organize learning in a way that is most...
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...and, at times, thrilling. English is quite challenging for non-native speakers and it always feels like a real privilege to try and guide such students through. In terms of my teaching philosophy and tutoring style, I very much believe in what used to be called the affective domain encouraging students to invest themselves emotionally in subjects that interest them and helping emotionally engage students in subjects that they must "master," but resist. My approach is...
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Can also tutor:ACT, SAT, GED and 30 more subjects.
Embracing my Mexican-American heritage, I proudly communicate fluently in both English and Spanish. My passion for different cultures fuels my enthusiasm. My greatest fulfillment arises from witnessing the indescribable joy of students' success. Being a key part of their academic growth is immensely rewarding. I take pride in making a tangible difference in the lives of others, nurturing growth and learning in every tutoring session
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...on web-based applications using a range of web-technologies from ruby rails to C# to oracle APEX. I have a working knowledge of PACS systems and most of all I have worked for over two years on the DS module of SAP Enterprise Resource Planning software. I am an enthusiast tutor who tries to get the best out of my students. I have helped students with succeeding in TOEFL, SAT and GRE. I have teaching experience...
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...graduate of DePaul University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Communications and am a certified elementary teacher in Texas. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, tutoring children in Europe; adults looking to improve their English (as I am a certified ESL instructor); and private clients in Italy. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about teaching children Reading, English and Math. I am a firm proponent of education, believing...
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TOEFL Tutoring FAQ
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.
