American Literature Tutors in Kensington, NY
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Bates College - Bachelors, Theater and English
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Writing skills have been important throughout my life . It is satisfying to be able to turn a thought into a written, persuasive argument.I tutor students in reading, writing, essay editing, literature, public speaking, and English . In addition, I also assist students who...
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UC Berkeley - BA, Political Science
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While I was working to complete my degree, I completed a few politics and communications internships, and I studied for a year in Africa . My passion for acting led me to London after graduation, and eventually, my love for writing led me to New York, where I study at the...
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Seattle Pacific University - BA, English: Creative Writing
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I am from Oregon, but I have studied in a number of different countries, including South Africa where I studied drama, and in England where I studied Shakespeare at Oxford . At the present time, I am a student at CUNY Graduate Center working on my master's degree in...
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The University of Michigan - BA, Brain Behavior & Cognitive Science
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I spent many years studying Spanish and Portuguese languages, and I taught Spanish in public school in Ann Arbor . I spent time in Nicaragua with a non-profit group as an international volunteer coordinator, and I also taught English to Nicaraguan high school students . ...
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Barnard College, Columbia University - Bachelors, Urban Studies , CUNY Brooklyn College - Masters, Social Studies Secondary Education
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I know how to prepare students for the college experience as well as how to get their knowledge and learning skills up to par . I enjoy helping students become better writers, learn and understand history, prepare for admissions and assessment exams like the ACT and SAT, and...
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University of Florida - Bachelors, History
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I've also worked as a volunteer teacher for a non-profit organization based out of New York City, where I helped students from disadvantaged backgrounds prepare for college entrance exams. I believe that the best way to help someone succeed is to first get to know their...
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Harvard University - BA, History
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After graduation, I taught English for two years in Taiwan, where I became conversational in Mandarin Chinese . I?am currently in the process of seeking admission to law school.I have been tutoring the LSAT since?taking it in 2014, and can answer prospective students'...
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Brooklyn College - BFA, Creative Writing , CUNY Hunter College - MFA, Creative Writing (poetry)
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I look forward to meeting new students and helping them develop confidence in themselves ! When I'm not writing or tutoring I enjoy reading interesting books, spending time outdoors, and walking my dog .? College Essays, English, Essay Editing, Literature, Public Speaking,...
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University of Nebraska at Omaha - BFA, Literature and Writing , Columbia University in the City of New York - MFA, Writing
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I then attended Columbia University, where I earned my master's degree and completed a?creative thesis, a critical thesis, and a poetry manuscript . I have several years of teaching and tutoring experience, and am able to help students in a variety of courses, including...
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New York University - BFA, Drama/Journalism
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I excel in the use of language, as well as being proficient in writing, grammar, and literature . As a tutor, I like to focus on helping my students achieve their academic goals . This outcome based focus is what makes me a good educator . Through hard work and effort, I...
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Stony Brook University - BA, Psychology , Brooklyn College - CUNY - MA, Education
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I have?written poems and literary analysis which were published in several journals including American Book Review, Washington Square, and Eleven Eleven . I try to teach students to work hard and persevere in their writing efforts until they reach their full potential . I...
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University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - BA, Organizational Studies , Hunter College - Masters in Education and Special Education, Education
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I have a virtual toolbox full of techniques and approaches to use with my students, and it all starts with a foundation of trust and respect for my students, and trying to earn the same from them . My specialties are reading, phonics, English, grammar/mechanics, writing,...
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelors, Economics & English
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I have over six years teaching experience, and I have found many ways to problem-solve with students to help them find what is preventing them to be successful in a course . I assess each student for their strengths, challenges, and learning style, and I find out what kind of...
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University of Southern California - BA, Journalism
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In addition to teaching I am a professional writer . My work was?featured on Longform, which curates only the best journalism . I've traveled through more than 25 countries and worked for several years in Asia in order to explore my interest in geography, history, and...