Tess

Certified Tutor

I am an experienced teacher and tutor who graduated from American University with a BA in International Environmental Peacemaking and Print Journalism as well as a minor in Arabic Language. I first became interested in tutoring when I was a student through a literacy advocates program where I tutored in Washington DC. Post-graduation I spent time learning organic farming techniques on a farm in Hawaii where I led student tours and taught about sustainability. After that I moved to China where I taught English to a wide range of children and adult learners. I taught large groups of students in a classroom setting as well as one-on-one classes to individuals. After returning to the US, I continued tutoring some of the students I had worked with in China online. Before the pandemic, I ran an afterschool program in one of Buffalo's public schools for grades K-8. I created all the core curriculum, helped with homework and organized events for the students. I think a thirst for knowledge is one of the most valuable gifts you can give someone. I look forward to working with you or your child and helping him or her learn to love learning!

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Tess’ Qualifications

Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: American University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores

SAT Verbal: 740

Hobbies

I love life and learning new things to do and create! Here's a list of some of the things that make me happy, I love, - Hiking - Yoga - Reading - Writing - Education - This American Life (The Podcast) - The History Channel - Jeopardy - Modern Art - Traveling - Rock Climbing - Kayaking - Cooking (especially soup) - Music - Poetry - Painting - Political Theory

Tutoring Subjects

ACT English

ACT Reading

ACT Science

Adult ESL/ELL

College Government

Elementary School

Elementary School Reading

Elementary School Writing

English Grammar and Syntax

ESL/ELL

Essay Editing