James H.

• Carrollton, GA 30116 ( 18.9 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male Age 40
• Member since: 10/2014
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $30 to $100 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Chess

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I have been playing chess for 26 years and teaching chess for over 10 years now. I've played in several competitive tournaments and placed very well in most of them including 1st place in the Magic City Classic Reserve Section and I placed 2nd in the 41st Annual World open 1400 section. I also have a lot of experience teaching people from beginner level all the way up to strong tournament players. I know of all the best chess training materials around and I use the best from all of it when I'm teaching someone.
I believe in helping students learn chess in a straight-forward manner. I teach the importance of chess strategy using the 5 most important chess principles. This teaches the student to learn how to think in chess, make great moves, figure out what the opponent is trying to do and prevent them from doing it. I teach how to come up with and execute a plan, openings, tactics, ... read more

Jeet B.

• Mableton, GA 30126 ( 11.1 mi )
• Expert Chess Tutor

• Male Age 34
• Member Since: 08/2013
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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My comments on tutoring Chess : I have been playing chess since my childhood and I am good at it. During my college, I was a finalist in a chess tournament that was conducted on Hogwarts day. I played on the quad with students as chess pieces dressed in corresponding ones. I won all the qualifying games and lost against my Mathematics professor in championship. In my college, it is a glory for my friends to win against me. I play random and strategic. My random play is such that the opponent cannot predict my moves. If the opponent is playing with strategy, I deploy my defense strategy as well as offense. My favorite piece in chess is knight.

I involve students a lot during the learning period. I consistently ask them questions about the topic and let them think for a while. I give them as much information as possible so that they do not miss any information while solving problems. I make students write. That is how they learn. I consistently give students concepts and them demonstrate with sample questions.
Holding a Bachelors of Science degree in Mathematics and Economics, I have knowledge of both Mathematics and its application to Economics as well as other real world situations. I have advanced experience on tutoring high school students and college students in courses like PreCalculus, Algebra, Trigonometry, Statistics, Combinatorics and Probability, Econometrics, Calculus I, Calculus II and Calculus III and MicroEconomics and MacroEconomics as well as International Economics. I have also worked as a teaching assis ... read more

Calina P.

• Smyrna, GA 30082 ( 12 mi )
• Experienced Chess Tutor

• Female Age 37
• Member Since: 03/2013
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

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My comments on tutoring Chess : I was taught chess at age four and have been playing ever since. I played throughout school but I have never competed outside of a school setting.

I like to formulate individual teaching styles based on my students. Not everyone learns the same and therefore I do not teach the same to each student. Sometimes students require my constant attention and encouragement. Other times taking a step back and explaining everything in depth and watching the student work is the best approach. No two students are alike therefore my teaching style is different for each student.
I have just finished law school. I grew up in Brazil as well as the United States which allowed me to become fluent in Portuguese as well as English without any accent. I enjoy computers and have learned many programs inside and out throughout my lifetime. Through college I took every computer class I could and even learned how to create a webpage using HTML formatting. I learned many skills as well to improve my chances of entering into Law School such as study ski ... read more

Debbie G.

• Roswell, GA 30076 ( 26.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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I have taught students in sixth grade with exceptional needs in the areas of language arts, science, and social studies. I also have experience working with all levels of elementary and high school. I have an extensive background in math at the college level, and I am fluent in Spanish after 10 years of study and over 15 years of daily use in my work.

Jordan P.

• Roswell, GA 30076 ( 26.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male Age 33
• Member Since: 05/2015
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $50.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group

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Hi my name is Jordan Page, I currently work for an after school chess program called KidChess as a head coach. I've been teaching elementary school children for about three years and I love it. I currently have three students that I give private lessons too and I'm looking for more students to share my passion and love for the game of chess. I'm also a veteran tournament rated player achieving a rating of over 1800 and climbing.

Wayne C.

• Hiram, GA 30141 ( 6.9 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $63.00 to $77.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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I hold a bachelor of science in Biology (cum laude) from Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA and attended graduate school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine where I studied Molecular and Cell Biology and completed all coursework required of the Ph.D. Since graduate school, I have over 10 years of biology research experience in both academic and biotech settings. My research, teaching and training experience covers the entirety of essential topics in biology and chemistry. In addition, my solid oral and written communication skills, and excellent computer fluency are just a few of my relevant assets.
I believe that science has a undeserved reputation for difficulty as a subject that is directly related to the inability of many teachers to "break it down". Science can seem to be like a foreign language to the uninitiated, but at its essence science is simply a way of ... read more

Lawrence L.

• Austell, GA 30168 ( 7.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2006
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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As a son of an educator I have been around the education field since early childhood. I understand that one of the roles of a teacher is to motivate children to learn. Patience with children cannot be over emphasized in a learning environment. I find the keys to successful teaching are patience with consistency of standards and versatility in method of delivery.
I have earned a BS in Business Management with extensive post graduate studies in the MBA field. I was a military officer. I have faciltated training in a professional environment, as well as college classes. My experience includes presentations on complex subject matters made simple, writing business programs/proposals, teaching computer software, and instruction on business procedures. I have taught college and business courses in group and one-to-one settings.

Larry D.

• Austell, GA 30168 ( 7.6 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

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As an accounting graduate and a college football player, I learned to have a good sense on how to study and hard work, both on and off the field. I had a great love for math throughout my schooling career and decided to go into accounting due to this. Even with a hectic schedule with football in college, I was still able to graduate exactly 2 weeks before 4 years with enough credits to be close to a finance degree as well. I took some graduate classes for my last semester and season before I left college. During this time in college I was able to tutor other players and students in Math and Accounting. I have had the pleasure of continuing tutoring in both of these subjects as well as individual taxes to people after college.
Being a father to a 13 year old son, and having close friends with school age children, I have been able to teach some of my ways of doing math in subjec ... read more

John D L.

• Atlanta, GA 30311 ( 12 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2005
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $49.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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Since choosing a career in education, I have been an enthused advocate, promoting opportunities for young people. I have gone as far as getting my Masters in Education Leadership. I also plan to get my PhD in the next couple of years. I have taken many workshops and trainings to become a more effective teacher.
My teaching style is somewhat unorthodox. I try to use as many styles as possible. I create activities and different opportunities for my students to learn so that they can achieve. I am a motivator and I try to relate real life experiences so that my students will see the benefits of education. My ultimate goal is to become a teacher who is effective at teaching to every type of learning style.

Joanne C.

• Smyrna, GA 30082 ( 12.1 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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From my experience I realize that every student learns at a different pace. The tutor has to adapt their approach to suit the students needs. The first step is always getting their attention. I connect with the students and try to understand what motivates them. I encourage creativity and positive learning and life behaviors. I have a natural talent for reaching students of all ages. I especially am talented in simplifying complex material and helping the learner “get it”. I enjoy the positive response.
Having worked with aspiring GED students for the last 2 years I have real experience with a varied student base. Within the enclosed resume packet, I’ve included a detailed description of this experience. I am comfortable and knowledgeable in most subjects including Math through grade 12 (not calculus), Social Studies, English grammar & vocabulary, composition, most general ... read more

Keith S.

• Union City, GA 30291 ( 14.6 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $54.00 /hr

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In my opinion my teaching would have to be considered unique. Usually I teach math in laymans terms and use analogie that students can relate to. Once the student understands the concepts I can then express the same ideas in the more rigorous mathematical terms. I also teach so that the student becomes active in his or her learning experience. I try to help the student to realize that math is not as difficult as it is made out to be. Over the course of my tutoring career I have employed a strategy of helping the student to understand more of the mechanics of mathematics and depend less on shortcuts that do not foster learning or, even worse, do not work. I would say that I have a great deal of patience and understanding. I realize that it is very unlikely that students will grasp the new concepts immediately, let alone several new concepts, and so repetition occurs often. Althoug ... read more

Naaman R.

• Atlanta, GA 30314 ( 15.6 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2006
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I believe that paitience, discipline, and focus on the part of the student and the teacher/tutor results in consistant success as a students attempts to learn and achieve. Although I do feel that conventional methods of teaching are still effective, I also believe that implementing audio visual aids, as well as hands on learning are also productive teaching methods. Supplemented with the reward merit system, I have found these approaches to be successful. Every student has the ability to learn if someone is willing help them. Moreover, I am a firm believer that positive reinforcement is an essential part of the learning process. Any student who has confidence that they can learn and achieve will learn and achieve.
My BA in sociology has enabled me to develop an objective understading of society. Therefore, I have been able to apply my soical understanding in ways that promote gro ... read more

John R.

• Kennesaw, GA 30152 ( 16.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $47.00 /hr

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Methodical, thorough, and patient. Stress artistic expression and attention to detail. I believe in building the fundamentals of reading music, phrasing, and proper techinque as the foundation for artistic and tasteful playing. I instill a love of learning as well as a refined appreciation of music.
I have a played piano for over 25 years. Completed my Minor in Piano Performance at Jacksonville State University. Currently performing gigs as keyboardist in Classic Rock cover band. I am teaching my daughter piano, and have 2 years experience training in both retail sales and customer service.

Talib D.

• Atlanta, GA 30312 ( 17.9 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 09/2006
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills

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I use a differentiated instructional approach that is designed around the student's particular needs. After assessing the students needs and setting targeted goals, I develop a (lesson) plan to meet those targets.
For five years, I was professor of World Literature/English Composition at Clark Atlanta University. For two years, I taught Literature/Composition at North Atlanta High School. During this time, I developed a linguistically oriented method of teaching writing that allows students to appreciate and exploit the instructive correlations between the writing and reading processes. Equipped with such knowledge, students developed not only the skill, but also the confidence required for successful writing.

Chris R.

• Atlanta, GA 30312 ( 18.1 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Homework Help

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The last five years have seen me working in research and development roles, but teaching math and science has always been a dream of mine and it is time for a career change. Having earned BS and MS degrees in materials engineering, my technical education as well as my career have provided almost daily practice of chemistry, physics, and mathematics. I want to not just teach students something, but also show them how and why it is relevant and useful. Aside from my technical background, I am also a semi-professional jazz guitarist of 20 years experience. I have played with many groups of various genres of music over the years, but jazz has been my primary passion since high school and I currently play with a jazz quintet named Style Points.
As mentioned above, I want to demonstrate to students the real-world applications of scientific and mathematical principles. This will not only ... read more