Hello! My name is Elizabeth. I have a B.A. in English from The University of Montana and a M.F.A. in writing from Sarah Lawrence College. I recently moved to Denver and am excited to be tutoring in the area. Before living here I lived near Sarah Lawrence in Bronxville. During my time in New York I taught for 2 years. I primarily tutor in reading and writing but philosophy is one of my passions. I...
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...student's unique needs, making even the most challenging subjects approachable and engaging. I pride myself on creating a supportive, interactive environment where students feel empowered to ask questions, embrace challenges, and celebrate their progress. Beyond academic success, I focus on fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning skills, equipping students for future endeavors. Whether you're aiming to ace a test, master a new concept, or grow as a learner, I'm here to guide you every step...
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Hello! My name is Alison, and I have always loved learning! I love to read, and studied literature in college, as well as political science and philosophy. I have tutored and taught in a variety of settings, and I love working with students to help them achieve their goals. I have successfully worked with math, science, language, reading, writing, and the humanities. I am excited to help you next!
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...I have also taken a specialized course in Tutoring Theory during my undergraduate career, which was a rigorous semester-long workshop to train tutors for working in a walk-in tutoring center. The course was intense in its focus on all of the idiosyncrasies of formal tutoring - we even practiced ESL tutoring with students from Aichi, Japan. I have also served as a tutor in my university's library for both English and Philosophy. For art, I...
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...should be pillars of reliability which students can lean on during difficult times of growth. Education should be fun, produce excitement and enthusiasm not only among students, but also among faculty, administration, staff, parents, and community members. All members of the educational process need to be shown how taking ownership can produce significant results. My Background: I have been tutoring, mentoring, coaching, teaching and administrating in a broad range of educational environments, From Early Childhood,...
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...but within a few weeks, I noticed how much I enjoyed the combination of improvisation and careful planning needed for truly effective instruction. In short, I was hooked. While teaching that undergraduate literature course, I also began tutoring local high school students in standardized test preparation, and after only a few months, I increased more than twenty students' scores on both the ACT and SAT by an average of ten percent. After receiving my Master...
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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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...patios), engineering skills, or soccer drills. My natural gifts of science and mathematics could take me vocationally away from people, whom I value higher than numbers and technological gizmos. But navigation of the realities of making a living and leading a family have led me back to understanding that the gifts that are natural to me, whether techy and tacky or kicking and bricking, are there to be used with and for young people, allowing...
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...in breaking down complex concepts into simple, relatable explanations. My tutoring approach is tailored to each student's unique learning style, ensuring they gain both confidence and mastery in their studies. Beyond academics, I strive to create a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring new ideas. Whether it's preparing for exams, tackling challenging assignments, or building foundational skills, I am committed to guiding students every step of the way....
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...well as that I have tutored writing for both undergraduate and graduate students at the university level. I have ADHD and work well with students who are also neurodivergent and/or have learning disabilities as I have experience teaching a wide variety of students. I am well versed in academic research, all citation formats, rhetorical analysis, literature and composition, personal statement or college essays, and anything that has to do with written communication.
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...my twin siblings were born, I had to learn the most difficult lesson that an only child faces, that not everything was about me. As that revelation came out, I focused more on schooling and landed at the top of my class in high school with a full scholarship to Indiana University Bloomington. I have officially finished freshmen year and am now a rising sophomore. My hobby's include reading books, running, and running some more.
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...Music). My main motivator for pursuing this specific career path is entirely due to my tutoring experiences thus far. I have worked with students of all ages and each time has been rewarding in a different manner. The most rewarding part of the tutoring and teaching experience, especially for English, is watching an idea and a concept develop. Being able to help students make the connections needed in order to fully develop their idea is...
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All students have the potential to learn, develop and create. As an English tutor, I believe it is my role to support the academic development of students and help them become effective communicators. I will contribute to these aims by improving students' writing skills; enhancing their understanding of literature and knowledge of literary history; and guiding them into understanding how literature can reflect social values, thereby contributing to a greater consciousness of how they themselves...
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...to languages, literature, and writing. I tutor all levels of English and German, with a preference for literary and creative genres. One-on-one tutoring presents my ideal teaching scenario: it allows me to provide my undivided attention, to tailor my approach to the student's needs, and to become a supportive and compassionate mentor all around. I strive to engage my student through a dynamic and friendly approach, and to make learning effective and fun. Besides reading...
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...in June of 2024 from the University of Central Florida. She loves teaching students how to develop strong skills in the areas of written expression and critical thinking. She also is an expert at time management as she navigates her large family, work, school, and other life demands. She does not like teaching by rote memorization and feel like it is more fun to learn through story and interactive lessons. She also loves reading and...
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...landscapes. English holds a special place in my heart, as I empathize with students learning a new system and writing style, having faced similar challenges myself. I also find immense joy in teaching foreign languages, appreciating the doors they open to different cultures and perspectives. My teaching philosophy revolves around adaptability and creating a comfortable learning environment. I strive to make students feel at ease asking questions, exploring new ideas, and engaging deeply with the...
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...any way I can. I am here to help you. I will do my utmost best guiding you to succeed in academia through my tutoring methods. On top of this, I am very friendly! I enjoy reading, questioning, thinking, and exploring the world. I have been to Europe twice and went to summer school there to study German Language. Something interesting about me is that I really love avocados! It might sound cliche, but I...
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...they're capable of. When it comes to children, I've found that they bring a special kind of curiosity and energy to learning, which is contagious. My experience working with children began through volunteer work, and I've since spent several years supporting learners of various ages. I strive to make learning exciting and relatable, especially by connecting their interests to the material, whether through games or shared hobbies. One of my favorite hobbies is gamingboth board...
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...diligently to make in my career, personal life, and spiritual life. It took a full two years for me to recover. I was only able to do so because of the loving support of my family and close friends. That experience shook me to my core and solidified my sense of purpose. I am here to be of service to my personal and global community. I know that if I didn't have the support of...
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...I have tutored people my age and younger, and I have experience working with refugee/ELL students; I have collected 2 years of experience. Though I can tutor several subjects, I am most passionate for Japanese, and feel it is my true calling. In my experience helping those who want to learn a foreign language like Japanese, I have found that scaffolding, or building off of, your interests in film, food, literature and culture has a...
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Recent IB Extended Essay Tutoring Session Notes
The student has several summer assignments to complete. On the 17th, I helped her primarily with planning and pre-writing for a history-focused Internal Assessment. We talked about historical contexts, brainstormed ideas, explored resources, and drafted a rough outline.
This session, the student and I started with his 12th grade English class. It requires a bit more reading and grammar knowledge than the other English class, but we are still doing well on the quizzes and exams. We will continue with this next session.
We spent most of this session going over helping verbs and main verbs. I started by teaching them that the main verb tells the action that happens, while the helping verb tells when the action happens. We completed three pages of their grammar workbook on this topic together, during which I expanded on the questions that the workbook asked of them. We finished by reading a passage from the reading comprehension workbook aloud and completing the exercise at the end.
The student and I worked on her take home packet for her English class. She is starting a new school and this packet is her summer work for the new English program. We worked on vocabulary from the reading as well as basic literary terms: point of view, story development, etc. We also discussed interpretive aspects of the story by asking deeper questions such as why and how? She did well and seemed to become more comfortable as the session went on. She was to work on some parts of the packet before the next session. Areas to improve upon are: vocabulary and interpretive analysis.
The student and I discussed thematic elements of "Lord of the Flies" and used a graphic organizer to discuss "themes in tension". I left him with an essay question that covered our thematic discussions that we'll review on our next visit.
Today, the student and I focused on a personal narrative he is revising. We went over motifs and some basic writing skills to improve his paper. We then moved to some American history where we focused on Virginia's Statute for Religious Freedom, and answered some critical thinking questions. Last, we finished up some math and science review with our extra time. He is definitely a strong student and is doing a great job getting his work done.
