Award-Winning College Essays Tutors serving Coral Gables, FL

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...and adults in a number of disciplines with their writing needs. I also work with clients who are adult professionals interested in enhancing their professional identities. I have three degrees in English: a BA and MA from the University of Georgia and a Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee. I have also published material in the academic area, including co-editing a collection of essays (and contributing a chapter of my own) on Susanne Collins's _The...

...mentoring and fascination with language. I had my own humble beginnings in South Florida juggling AP tests and marching band at Cypress Bay High School, where I first had the opportunity to learn from and teach my peers subjects ranging from Calculus to English Literature to Jazz Theory. I will be returning to Boston in the Fall to pursue an MS in Speech-Language Pathology at Northeastern University. My teaching philosophy revolves around speaking to students'...

...early teens, which allowed me to master both languages. I am able to teach all levels of Spanish as well as AP Spanish Language and Literature. I like to get to know my students to understand which style of teaching they are the most receptive to. I believe that learning should not feel like a chore and my goal is to turn problem areas into subjects that the students feel comfortable with and even learn...

...of the National Honor Society. Throughout college I was involved in the Emergency Medical Services as a first responder. I've taken many different courses in many different areas, from computer science to Japanese. I believe it's important to have a solid education in today's world, and as a tutor I emphasize the importance of being prepared for tests. I want to make sure the students themselves can rehearse what they have learned, and that they...

...a certified teacher. I am also a certified reading specialist. I believe the best way to teach is to assess the learning style of each student, teach to their strengths and help them develop strategies to work around their weaknesses. That means helping them discover how they learn which is a skill they will use for a lifetime of learning. My interests include travel, exercise, yoga, reading, politics and snowboarding. In my current position, I...

...feedback. Using my training and experience as a college level Writing Fellow, I have tutored many High School students in writing their college essays and applications. As a college application tutor, my philosophy is that each student's application needs to tell a story about who they are. Through the application, the college should be able to get to know the student. I work to not only craft this application but show the student how to...

...Biology in a classroom setting, teaching students about introductory earth science. I prefer one-on-one tutoring and enjoy engaging my students with fun and challenging math problems. I like to apply math to real world situations to allow my students to fully understand the relevance and necessity of knowing and using math in their everyday lives. Please contact me about any questions you may have! I look forward to working with you to reaching your GPA...

...my Bachelor of Arts in English from Howard University. I have over 6 years of literacy tutoring experience, over 5 years of essay writing tutoring, and 2 years of teaching experience with middle and high school level Language Arts and English. In August, I will begin my career as a 7th and 8th grade English Teacher at Excellence Boys Middle Academy in Brooklyn, New York. I love one on one tutoring with English, as I...

...at reputable institutions, such as the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, Scripps Research Institute, Max Planck Research Institute and the University of Tubingen in Germany. I am also very passionate tutoring and simplifying complex topics in simple terms. I believe in a hands on approach to learning and teaching. I have experience mentoring middle schools students, teaching chemistry, biology, math, and spanish. I have also prepared foreign students for the TOEFL exam and taught English...

...friends first and then moved on to tutoring other students in my classes and other grade levels. I love sharing my knowledge and helping those who do not understand a subject. When I see them pass the test and do well in the class after my tutoring, I feel glad that I was able to help in a little way. My hobbies include singing, dancing mainly to Bollywood and Indian Classical dance, riding my bike,...

...French. I've lived in both Israel and France for several years each. I've also traveled much of the world and love new adventures. I've been told that I have a knack for teaching and that I can explain difficult concepts in a simple way allowing the student to move from the basic to the more complex in a systematic fashion. I prefer the Socratic Method where possible - I like to ask the questions that...

...studied animal behavior while in Washington, where I worked with chimpanzees who spoke sign language, and I assisted with research on dolphins while in Turkey. I love animals, as evidenced by the above experience. Otters are my favorite animals, because they make hard work look fun. They need to groom and hunt constantly, but they swim around as though they are always having the best time in the world. I try to apply this otter-esque...

...to me as if I am a student wanting to learn said topic. Throughout my experience tutoring and receiving tutoring, I have found that this is a very powerful way of assessing mastery of a concept. Extracurricularly, I love playing piano, drums, and producing/composing all sorts of music (hip hop, electronic dance, cinematic) on the computer using Ableton Live, as well as playing/watching basketball and football. Additionally, I love reading novels, the newspaper,...

...and mathematics, up to early college-level. I can also help with preparation for standardized tests, such as SAT and GRE, which I particularly enjoy. I think academic success depends not only on practice, but, most importantly, on finding the correct approach to learning. Each person, I believe, has a different way of processing information and, as a tutor, it is one of my priorities to help students develop the critical thinking methods problem-solving skills that...

...law student at Barry University. I graduated from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Masters of Business Administration in Management Information Systems, Marketing and E-Commerce. I have taught College Preparation Writing at Miami-Dade College. I work with students from 2nd grade up to college level in Writing, English, Literature, College Essay Writing, U.S. History, Government and SAT Prep AP subjects. In my spare time I like to travel,...

...completed my Undergrad (B.S. Child Development) at Florida State University and my Masters (Social Work) from Barry University. Im currently finishing up my Dissertation and will have completed my Doctorate in Education in Fall 2017. I tutor math, reading, science, and study skills. My favorite subject to tutor is math because it challenges me to think outside the box. My tutoring style is stern but compassionate. I am fun, comical, and encouraging. I believe that...

...be in the International Baccalaureate subjects, because of the fact that I have gone through the program myself and have also received the diploma. In addition to that, my education includes a BA in International Relations, a minor in East Asian Studies, a second minor in Hospitality Management, and a certificate in Chinese Studies. As a seasoned, adaptable, and patient tutor I strive to work together with my students, in order to help them achieve...

..."Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world", Nelson Mandela. I currently collaborate as faculty at Ana G. Mendez University System, South Florida Campus, for the Criminal Justice Programs, and Graduate Business and Nursing Programs. I posses experience facilitating Dual Language Courses, in English and Spanish. I have experience teaching Ethics, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedures, Civil Procedures, Evidence Law, Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Organization of the Criminal Justice Systems...

...crucial importance education plays in one's life. I will be starting medical school in 2016 and I am looking forward to helping students during my gap year. As a tutor, I am very attentive to the needs of my students and I always make sure they have a thorough understanding of the material being covered. Personally, I enjoy the Socratic method of teaching because it allows me to gauge how much the student knows as...