American Literature Tutors in Burien, WA
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Old Dominion University - Bachelors, English , Old Dominion University - Masters, Professional Writing and Literature
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I received my undergraduate degree in English with a minor in education and my graduate degree in professional writing and literature . Upon graduation I began teaching, which I have maintained for the past two decades . I work with my students to develop their reading and...
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Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania - BS, Political Science , University of Phoenix - MBA, Business
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My experience has taught me that the most important part of ensuring a student's success is to build confidence by finding their strengths and creating connections between subjects hey already know well and any new material . Using this technique, each student has the...
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University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Bachelors, Biology, Dance
Experience
When teaching students on a one-on-one basis, I work to understand their learning style and adjust my teaching style to suit it . I adapt my pacing to the student's natural learning rate, allowing them to fully master a concept before moving on to another one . I am a dancer...
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Ithaca College - BA, Politics; Philosophy and Religion , Temple University - MS, Political Science
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In my free time, I like to read, cook, and enjoy music, sports, and film .? 10th Grade Reading, 10th Grade Writing, 11th Grade Reading, 11th Grade Writing, 12th Grade Reading, 12th Grade Writing, 1st Grade Math, 2nd Grade Math, 3rd Grade Math, 4th Grade Math, 5th Grade Math,...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - BA, Linguistics , Eastern Washington University - MEd, Education
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I have also been a substitute teacher for five years . To be able to help a student understand and gain a new skill set is the best feeling I have ever had as a teacher.I offer tutoring in German 1-3, Reading, Writing, Essay Editing, Phonics, Literature, Grammar and...
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Shimer College - Bachelors, Interdisciplinary Humanities
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I learned this from one of my high school teachers who went beyond the average classroom lecturing . He?showed his students the value of real knowledge .? I primarily like to tutor the subjects of literature and philosophy . My teaching experience was expanded by going...
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The Evergreen State College - BA, Creative Writing and Education for Social Justice , Goddard College - MFA, Creative Writing
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I'm a published and award winning writer . I am a poet, and an editor for two nationally published literary journals . I have experience working with students in community colleges and through the Nova Project, and the Bent Writing Institute . I believe that my role as an...
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Wesleyan University - BA, American Studies and Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
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In my free time, I enjoy contemporary dance, blogging, and cultural gerontology .? College Essays, English, Essay Editing, Literature, Reading, SAT Critical Reading, SAT Verbal, SAT Writing, Test Prep, Writing I am a tutor with extensive experience studying and teaching...
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Florida Atlantic University - BA, English
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I tutor a wide variety of courses in grades K-12, including French 1-3, reading, essay writing and editing, phonics, literature, grammar and mechanics, social studies, creative writing, vocabulary, fiction writing, poetry writing, introduction to fiction, introduction to...
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Seattle University - BS, Civil Engineering
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I want my students to be able to approach difficult school and personal challenges with the confidence they need to solve any problem.I have a great deal of experience working with high school students in Math and Writing, and I have also taught basic Science to middle school...
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - BA, International Studies
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I know everyone learns differently, and I enjoy making it as fun as possible for all involved!I have worked as a tutor for a school, where I did after-hours tutoring, and I also worked with AmeriCorps City Year program, helping over thirty students work their way through the...
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University of Washington - BA, Comparative History of Ideas , NYU - MS, English and American Lit
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One must understand the questions, general format, and traps hidden in these important exams. A student can then score well . I have taken those?tests, plus?the GRE, so I know all the tricks .? A Seattle native, I graduated from the University of Washington and NYU, where I...
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University of Washington - BA, History
Experience
Since the fall of 2014 I have also been a J.D . student at the University of Washington School of Law . In my spare time, you can often find me snowboarding, backpacking, traveling, and cooking . As an undergrad I was also on the Varsity Women's rowing team. AP Comparative...
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University of Southern Mississippi - Bachelors, English , University of Washington - Current Grad Student, English
Experience
As a tutor, my goal is to give each person a personalized session that highlights their strengths and addresses their weaknesses . I use our time together to sharpen the skills that are necessary to be successful in school . I am looking forward to meeting new students and...