Russ W.

• North Olmsted, OH 44070 ( 27.3 mi )
• Experienced Chess Tutor

• Male Age 39
• Member since: 01/2014
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $10 to $20 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Homework Help

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Chess is one of my top subjects! I'm a strong amateur/club-level player, no tournament experience but I have a good grasp of general principles and tactics, along with a decent grasp of positional play and general opening knowledge (more knowledge in the systems I generally play, obviously.) I'm able to instruct/coach beginning/intermediate players. Notice also that my rate is half the rate of other chess coaches. I'm of the belief that you don't need a titled player tutoring you to improve your chess, hiring one would be a waste of money. Just hire me instead... u3batlin@yahoo.com for more info or call/text 216-820-8278 (text preferred)

I employ a personalized teaching style, very interactive. Instead of just answering a question or stating why something is the way it is, we'll work it out so there is real understanding, not just memorization of facts (which will ultimately be forgotten and thus a waste of time.) The focus is more on the method of solving the given problem rather than just the end result whenever possible.
I learned how to play chess about twenty years ago, it's been rather on and off since then. I've steadily improved and tried so many different ways to improve before finding the right method for myself that I'm confident in my many approaches to teaching. As far as other subjects, I graduated high school with honors back in 2003 with a 3.8 GPA, and scored a composite 30 on the ACT. I was awarded the Presidential Scholarship from Baldwin-Wallace, went there for a year, didn't like the school at a ... read more

William D.

• Painesville, OH 44077 ( 9.9 mi )
• Expert Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2016
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $35.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group

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Chess is one of my top subjects! 2. I have designed and taught chess classes for both children and adults. The age of students ranges from about five years through senior adults. One-on-one personal chess instruction has also been provided for those age ranges as well. With long term experience, I have founded or co-founded successful scholastic and community-based chess clubs. Students with a wide variety of backgrounds and mental skills have been instructed on topics from the basics through tournament success. 3. Instruction development includes class material, forms and PowerPoint presentations. I have developed various techniques targeted to the audience to enhance their ease of understanding and enjoyment of the game. Documents designed include instructional materials, hand-outs, tests, problems sets, and other chess related items. 4. Personal chess background includes successes in tournament play and club competition. These have been at various time controls and under a variety of conditions.

1. One of my goals is to bring the joy of chess and its many benefits to as many people as possible. If I can get students to learn more than just how to play, they develop a greater appreciation for the game, get more enjoyment from it, more personal benefits and will play throughout their lives. 2. Another goal is to get students to play at a level beyond what I refer to as the “grey area.” Many people learn to play chess and then set it aside for some reason, usually one that is critical of the game (too slow, boring, etc.). That is the level of learning that I refer to as the “grey area.” 3. I do like to teach children chess primarily for the pure joy they can experience from playing as well as for all the ancillary benefits such as learning logical analysis, planning, etc. It has been especially rewarding to teach someone to perform at a level that they otherwise would ... read more

Ivan C.

• Lakewood, OH 44107 ( 20.4 mi )
• Experienced Chess Tutor

• Male Age 38
• Member Since: 01/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

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Informal.
Bachelor's Degree from reputable Baldwin-Wallace College. Study of literature, poetry. creative writing, etc. I have studied literature extensively and can get people excited about it. Would love to tutor English. Amateur chess player; no tournament experience but can teach the basics and beyond. I have a variety of experience, so I can teach from life and give examples.

Belinda W.

• South Euclid, OH 44121 ( 9.6 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $49.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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Tutoring students is a big part of teaching. I have always tutored students in my classes and anyone who has asked for my help. I have tutored students on their writing, reading and basic math skills. Being a Special Education teacher has afforded me many opportunities to tutor. During school time and after school. If I had to pin point a specialty I would say listening and making students feel at ease right where they are academically. Showing them the educational path that will add to their knowledge and enrich it.
Striving to make the student feel comfortable is part of my basic repertoire of teaching strategies. I know that when a student does not succeed in a typical classroom environment it is easy for the student to feel negative about learning. Our society is based on the 'cookie cutter' ideology one size fits all. So when I tutor I strive for the student to feel co ... read more

Edwin A.

• Cleveland, OH 44108 ( 10.9 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Continuing Education

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In highschool I was in Advanced Placement Honors Classes such as Calculus and Science. I have earned two degrees, BA in Managment and MBA in Business Administration, which has enabled me to gain an understanding in many areas of business such as finance, marketing, econonmics, and organizational behavior but I have always enjoyed basic math such as alegebra. In addition, through my extensive writing of papers at the Masters level and Doctoral level I have learned extensive grammatical skills, literary techniques, MLA, and APA knowledge. Also, I have tested well on ACT, SAT, GMAT, series 7 registered representative stockbrokers test, and life, health, annuties, and accident test to become a life insurance agent.
I enjoy the academic process. I believe that learning in definitely the most important fundamental things. I feel the best teaching style is one which allows the stude ... read more

Amber F.

• Cleveland, OH 44113 ( 16.4 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2007
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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My teaching philosophy revolves around individual student needs. I understand that all students learn differently and sometimes teaching to "the middle" that is common in many educational system is just not effective for every student. I spend a lot of time talking to the student and observing them to figure out how best to help them. In this way, I am able to provide the best educational experience possible for every student.
I began tutoring as a high school student for the Wayne State University Math Corps. I tutored students entering the 7th and 8th grade in math topics ranging from basic math to calculus. I continued tutoring at the University of Michigan in the Sweetland Writing Center, helping college students draft and revise essays for a variety of subjects. I also spent a summer in Honduras teaching English to elementary students ranging from grade K-5. In this setting I ... read more

Lenard L.

• Seven Hills, OH 44131 ( 19.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

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Teaching, or the best teachers, are required to have a certain undertanding that not just anyone has. I think teaching is a decision that demands patience, excitement, encouragement, care, and the love of making the best students possible. Constructivist approaches to learning and inquiry based teaching, appreciating multiple intelligences, and methods of learning, are all part of my approach to teaching. Students have interests that vary and their interests may very well round out their desire to learn. I strive to make sure to it that my students take away something to learn every time that I see them.
As a driven student & business owner, I've had ownership stakes in different businesses. Educationally, I have had a natural love for mathematics (BS) & life sciences (short of minors in chemistry, physics, and biology). As my involvement in business increased while still in s ... read more

Jose Y P.

• Brooklyn, OH 44144 ( 20.1 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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With my level of collegiate expertise, I have always been the go to person when a question arose from friends, family, or other fellow classmates concerning help with an assignment. Having a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology Systems and an MBA in Executive Business Administration allows me to be pretty versatile when it comes to education related questions. I helped a friend with some high school and collegiate mathematics to graduate high school and assimilate into college. The duration of my assistance lasted a little over a year.
I love helping others!! I feel that if an individual loves to help, aide, and teach others then the ability to teach comes naturally. I am patient, easy going, and willing to do what it takes to make sure that all concepts are understood before attempting to move forward.

Ashley F.

• Twinsburg, OH 44087 ( 20.4 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Homework Help

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I am currently pursuing my Master's Degree in special education at Kent State University, and have a Bachelor's degree in Hearing, Speech, and Language Sciences. I have not tutored before, but I have previously worked in various settings that allowed me to work with students in trying to achieve their Individualized Education Plan goals. My experiences have covered many different subject areas and daily functional skills as well. I have a lot of experience working with children with disabilities, which is what I am currently studying and the area in which I am pursuing a Master's degree in at Kent State. As a graduate student I am required to take coursework in all content areas including reading, language arts, math, and science, with a specific focus in reading.
I love to teach and have a passion for working with students with disabilities. I believe all children can learn, but m ... read more

Chris V.

• Cleveland, OH 44130 ( 24.4 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $54.00 to $64.00 /hr

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I earned a 98% in my College Algebra course this past fall so I am here to lend a hand to those who could use it. My focus in college was Communication with a minor in Philosophy. I also studied international relations for 6 months in Europe, earned a certificate in graphic and web design in San Francisco, and I am currently studying medical imaging here in Cleveland. I also have a great deal of experience as a singer and guitar player, which is where the bulk of my teaching experience comes from. I have taught music to dozens of people of all ages over the past 7 years.
I believe that comparing complex concepts to everyday, personal objects and situations is the most effective way to learn. Therefore, I am big on metaphors. Algebraic concepts and formulas can often be, I have found, analogous to much simpler ideas or images. Once the abstract is related to the mundane, we can brea ... read more

Kimberly B.

• Westlake, OH 44145 ( 26 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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I graduated from Hope College in three years with a BS in Biology, a BA in Chemistry, and a minor in Classical Studies. I tutored throughout high school and college. I have tutored Latin (both into and upper level courses), Math (high school), history (high school,) Mythology (college), Biology (both intro and upper level courses), and Chemistry (both intro and upper level courses). In college, I was also a TA for Organic Chemistry discussion workshops, as well as biochemistry and organic chemistry labs. Also in college, I worked with science camps, grades 1-5. I have also worked at a summer camp, working with kids ages 8-20. I also have experience teaching Sunday school ages 4-12.
I have a variety of experience. Most of my tutoring experience is with older students, aged 15 or older. However, I feel that I could work with younger kids as well. I love learning, and I get excited wh ... read more

Mark W.

• Brunswick, OH 44212 ( 31.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $52.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I have taught for 30 Years. The first 9 years at Cleveland Central Catholic, mostly traditional Social Studies classes with a few honors level. Since 1989 I have been at Fairview HS, teaching At-risk and regular classes in Social Studies; Government, World History and American History.
I am a pretty flexible teacher, utilizing technology and on-line resources frequently today. Earlier in my career I did more traditional lecture with a dose of Socratic method mixed in. I believe a key is to relate the material to something the students knows and cares about.

Mia P.

• Ashtabula, SC 44004 ( 31.6 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I would like to use my education and talents to tutor students. I earned two degrees, one in biology and the other in health science. I am very knowledgable in biology, general sciences, anatomy and physiology, as well as chemistry and math. Irecently substitute taught all grade levels (pre-K to 12 grade). I understand the curriculum and what is expected of the students. I also taught in an alternative classroom setting at Clemson Youth Learning Institute and understand there are many ways of learning.
Everyone learns differently. I think by involving as many of your senses you are able to learn and retain information better. Teaching information and giving examples that are relavent to the student's life and experiences help teach the student that learning is important.The advances in technology and utilizing these resources are very important. Computer animation and picture ... read more