
Rob: Aurora tutor
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...am today! While I love teaching, I also spend my time exercising, playing golf, watching my 49ers during football season and spending time with my family! I have been lucky to teach 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th grade. I have also had the opportunity to teach Physical Education and Technology. Working with a variety of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Bachelor of Science, Educational Technology Leadership

Paul: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...program at NYU. I understand that learning Chinese can be overwhelming and frustrating at times, especially when you're just starting out. But, I also understand how fun and deeply interesting it can be, once you are able to get beyond the barriers and start to reach fluency; which is a level that any learner can...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Asian Studies & International Affairs
Master of Science, Chinese Translation

Gina: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...International Affairs. I have been tutoring Italian and French for over 30 years. I have lived in both countries, attended Italian schools, and completed my certification in French Language and Civilization from the Universite' de la Sorbonne, Paris, France. I have worked for the U.S. Government utilizing both languages for my assignments. I thoroughly enjoy...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Affairs

Matthew: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...Mandarin Chinese in Spain, I continued my studies in China while working, traveling, and experiencing the wide variety of tastes, sights, and people that Asia has to offer. Having returned back to the United States, I am pursuing a Master's Degree in International Affairs at The George Washington University. I enjoy teaching students of all ages...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, International Affairs
GRE Verbal: 163

Doug: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...D.C. YouthBuild Public Charter School’s Tutoring & Mentoring program with an inner city high school student. I worked with this student for two years and covered topics ranging from arithmetic and pre-algebra to U.S. history and government. I truly enjoy watching my students improve academically, and I have the most experience tutoring in German, U.S....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Business & Management
Master of Arts, International Affairs

Jordan: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...English, essay writing, editing, American history, geography, and the LSAT. Those who I have tutored in the past have shown remarkable improvement in their grades and test scores. I try to use mnemonic devices to help students remember important information, and I'm extremely patient since I know that some students take a little while to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Juris Doctor, Law
LSAT: 166

Meghan: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...design and development and American Studies. I spent a year as an Americorps member tutoring and leading an after school program in Washington, DC.I worked with my students to improve their literacy skills, over all academic abilities, and to develop a love of reading. I also taught at the National Building Museum as a museum...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, Museum Studies
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 35

Amanda: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...the week award! I work very well with others as I am adaptable and cater to the needs of my students. I specialize in IB curriculum tutoring as I received my International Baccalaureate degree in 2011 and also tutor the German language, essay and writing editing as well as study and organization skills. I believe...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Affairs and German
Master in Public Health, Public Health

Jeremy: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
I am an attorney living in Miami, FL. I am a 2013 graduate of George Washington University Law School. I am available to tutor on weeknights and Sunday afternoons.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Juris Doctor, Law
LSAT: 167

Jacob: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...the latter experience I tutored the mother in English and her ten-year-old in math. While I feel comfortable teaching quite a few subjects, I am certainly most passionate about math and science. It is greatly rewarding to help a student overcome a math-phobia and see them become genuinely interested in the subject after they gain...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science

Matthew: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...I have a Master of Arts in English from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. and a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs and French Language and Literature from George Washington University. I spent a year directly enrolled in the French Literature department at the Universit de Strasbourg in Strasbourg, France. Prior to returning to teaching,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, French/International Affairs
Master of Arts, Literature

Tim: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...worthwhile tutoring experience. I pride myself on my ability to break down difficult concepts and create ways to understand them. My schedule is flexible and so is my teaching style--I will tailor my approach based on whether the focus is on improving test scores, classroom performance, or general knowledge. I prefer to meet in a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Certificate, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
LSAT: 170

Donielle: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
I'm currently an 8th grade math teacher and have been for the past 9 years. I have taught 6th, 7th and 8th grade math. I have also taught Algebra and Geometry.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Master of Science, middle grade mathematics

Omar: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...have focused on adapting to different ways of thinking. I am a firm believer that everyone works differently and that the best progress can be made when we take advantage of our own thought patterns. I appreciate the challenge that comes with tackling new subjects or tests and find that it motivates my students as...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Integral Liberal Arts
LSAT: 169

Jenna: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...highest test scores in the state and BCSE was the #1 highest scoring charter school in New York City. After serving my 2 years in the TFA Corp, I decided to continue teaching in the Highbridge community. I have experience teaching diverse groups of learners and enjoy finding new teaching strategies to reach all of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Master of Arts Teaching, Childhood Education

Elizabeth: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...process. I currently support a Harvard undergraduate in her writing intensive courses. I strive to bring gentleness and compassion to every tutoring session. I enjoy helping a student who may feel anxious or upset about an essay or reading task to feel confident and relaxed. It's wonderful watching the burden lift from their shoulders! Outside...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Affairs
Development and Psychology
GRE Verbal: 168

Jake : Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...with several awards, fellowships, and scholarships that acknowledged my achievement and dedication. But it was not always so. Truth be told, I struggled greatly through high school. This path taught me, on a personal level, that not every student learns the same way. Therefore, my approach to teaching and tutoring is centered around uncovering the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science, Community Studies
Masters, Political Management and Communication
GRE Verbal: 163

Elin: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
A great tutor is someone who is flexible and tailors instruction to the needs and strengths of the student. I believe in educating the whole student and using their strengths to boost confidence and achieve results.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Human Development
Master of Arts Teaching, Museum Education

Elana: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...are just learning the Spanish alphabet and songs or they are honing their higher-level conversational skills. I love to travel and have traveled throughout Western Europe and North America. My favorite destinations are Spanish-speaking places where I can enjoy the richness and beauty of the food, culture, people and language--- Mexico, Guatemala, Spain, Puerto Rico,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, International Affairs/Spanish

Charlotte: Aurora tutor
Certified Tutor
...doubt, when you can tell a teacher not only loves teaching, but also loves the topic they are teaching, it becomes contagious! That type of energy always helped me when I was learning a new subject. It sounds cliché, but learning really can be fun. So much of it has to do with a student’s...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
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