Lisa E.

• Sparks, NV 89434 ( 23.6 mi )
• Expert Composition Tutor

• Female Age 45
• Member since: 04/2015
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $10 to $60 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Never tell a child when you can ask him.

I have 6 years of substitute teaching experience in the Washoe County School District in Nevada, as well as at a charter school. Substitute teaching has allowed me to work with children from preschool to grade 12, in all subjects. I have worked twice as a preschool teacher, once at the E.L. Cord Child Care Center at TMCC in Reno, and again at His Kids Preschool, using A Beka Book curriculum to teach 2-4 year olds. Additionally, through the College of Education in the University of Nevada, Reno, I have completed several practica. These experiences include whole- and small-group lessons, one-on-one tutoring, Science, Math, Language Arts, and Social Studies. Along with these teaching experiences, I have four children, two of whom were schooled online at home for three years and in which I participated as a learning coach. My children are in Honors classes, Gifted and Talented programs, ... read more

Therese C.

• Gardnerville, NV 89410 ( 31.1 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2015
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar, Creative Writing

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I believe in providing direction to the student, and guiding his/her efforts to learn. These are my qualities as a teacher/tutor: motivating, creative, flexible, excellent communication and collaboration skills, patient, good sense of humor. Since I have taught in the USA and abroad in Asia, I have experienced a wide range of cultures and differences amongst learners in my 25 years of teaching experience.
Summary of Qualifications: •Experienced instructor in the following subjects: HSE (High School Equivalency)/GED—adults in the areas of writing, reading, math, science and social studies; ESL/EFL (English as a Second/Foreign Language)—grades 1-12, college, adults; science teacher—grades 1-12; health care teacher—grades 10-12, college, adults. •Skills: Knowledge of/experience in various teaching methods. Experience teaching/tutoring students of various cultures & abilities.

Richard P.

• Reno, NV 89501 ( 14.1 mi )
• Expert Composition Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 09/2014
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $40.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Reading, Grammar

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My comments on tutoring Composition : I have helped several students write their University entrance essay. I also have helped my business students with their emails and presentations.

I believe learning should be two way. Students should learn from a teacher and the teacher should be willing to learn from the students. My lessons are personalized to the student needs. My lessons are interactive.
Ten years experience in teaching English in Prague, Czech Republic. B.S. degree in History and Political Science 1984 Excelsior College TEFL Certificate 2003 Via Lingua Continuning education courses 2006/07 Oxford University In House teacher training 2004-2007 Languages At Work, SRO Teacher Trainer (English) Ministry of Education, Czech Republic

Katie F.

• Tahoe City, CA 96145 ( 16.5 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 35
• Member Since: 01/2012
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $29.00 to $45.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing

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I graduated from Sonoma State with a BA in English, Single subject emphasis. I am taking a year off before I go back to get my teaching credential in reading. The majority of my classes were geared towards the teaching of reading and writing and I feel confident in my ability to help students improve in those areas. I also worked in a High School writing center and tutored for the past two semesters. I love being around kids and helping them. Currently I live in Tahoe City, but am more than willing to drive to Reno or other areas as well.
I have a fairly easy going personality, but know when to crack down if students are getting off topic or out of hand. I'm very approachable and happy.

Alexis G.

• Reno, NV 89521 ( 17.3 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 31
• Member Since: 07/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $50.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Journalism

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I've been tutoring since high schools in a wide range of subjects, such as latin, algebra II, and biology. The skills you use to teach yourself the material can be directly applied to someone else, especially when you find something does not click at first. I have a number of mnemonics for helping my tutees retain the material they've spent time learning. In college I don't tutor professionally because of time constraints, but I help other students understand problems they may be having difficulty with. I've also had my own SAT tutor and seen different programs and their styles, and I've chosen the one that I find the most effective.

Michael C.

• Truckee, CA 96161 ( 7.5 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar

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Upon matriculation at Colby, I enrolled in organic chemistry and decided to major in chemistry. I continued my studies in chemistry and additional areas of interest, including math, government, and economics. Before graduating I participated in an NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates at UC Riverside. With the guidance of my primary investigator and a grad student, I gained experience doing research into the fabrication of nano-structures (in this case, reusable and gas-specific sensing devices, or an "e-nose"). Students provided a group presentation using PowerPoint and presented their results during a poster session. I have been tutoring chemistry at Clever Minds in Truckee, CA, since January 2010.
I begin a lesson by asking a student what he or she knows about the topic. If they have any familiarity with the topic I ask about it and confirm or correct their precon ... read more

Christine H.

• Truckee, NV 96160 ( 7.5 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Literature, Grammar

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I have a Bachelors degree from UC San Diego in Communications and a minor in German Literature. I have tutored English as a second language.
I believe we can all feel inspired to learn. It can be fun to get good grades and extremely satisfying as well. It feels good to feel smart.

Kai B.

• Incline Village, NV 89451 ( 9.8 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Literature, Grammar

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I emphasize meaning in my instructional style. Rather than, say, inculcate a formula for comma us, I try to convey how comma use provides meaningful structure to an idea, i.e. the sentence. In the larger sphere of things, I believe in showing a student how a piece of literature--which may well include his or her own writing--is meaningful to himself. When this is accomplished, I have found that the "meaning" of the work provides the necessary impetus to motivate the student. As academic success is so inextricably linked with qualities such as interest and pertinacity, I emphasize the root cause: meaning.
I am a valedictorian candidate, graduating with a degree in English. My background in English is both technical, focusing on classics in British and early American literature, while my position as editor of the Sierra Nevada Review, an annual publication of poetry, affords me ... read more

Ainslie N.

• Reno, NV 89519 ( 10.2 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $41.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Reading Comprehension, Grammar

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Having received an MA in French and Italian language and literature and recently submitting a PhD which focussed on Basque and Catalan nationalism, I was able to hone my language skills, and put them to use during many hours of fieldwork I conducted in France and Spain. The completion of graduate degrees has also allowed me to develop my writing, analytical and communication skills. Over the past six years, I have taught French and Italian on an individual and group basis from an elementary through to tertiary level. I have also tutored ESL on a voluntary basis.
As a teacher, I consider it my duty as not only to disseminate knowledge but also to inspire the students I teach and in turn engender their interest in the subject being taught. I believe that the ideal setting for successful learning to occur is in a comfortable atmosphere in which students feel they are able to contribut ... read more

Hannah P.

• Reno, NV 89523 ( 10.3 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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I think that kids light up life and make it interesting. That's why I love working with them. I love the intellectual stimulation of the older age groups and the academic challenge they present. However, I love working with the younger kids as well, learning their fresh take on life and watching them learn HOW to learn is like watching life happen before your eyes. I think the most important concept for me, as a tutor, to remember, is to allow the student to arrive at the answer themselves. To get them to think, and by thus doing so, empower them to sharpen their skills and learn independently.
I have experience tutoring anything from phonics to college level writing. I taught preschool for a year and a half at the Lion and Lamb Christian Preschool in Reno, NV. I have also tutored at the UNR Writing Center (when it still existed) during the Fall semester of '08. Since Octo ... read more

Janet M.

• Reno, NV 89523 ( 11.3 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar

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I started out as a Computer Science major and changed my major to education and became a certified educator and taught for eight years in the private and public sector. Since 2005, I have been working as a bookkeeper for European Design Iron, Inc. In addition to bookkeeping, I built the website from the ground up. Presently, I manage all media for marketing purposes, manage office operations and assist the owner with any special projects. I am a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor. I have tutored several students in math. As a volunteer, I have trained job seekers at ProNet in the best methods to secure employment. Over the last twelve years, I have been a volunteer in youth sports programs, as a team manager, board member and bookkeeper.
I love helping people achieve their dreams and goals and I have high expectations for all children and adults I am teaching. As an educator I enc ... read more

Brett K.

• Reno, NV 89523 ( 11.7 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $61.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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I am a very understanding and considerate person and my teaching style reflects that. I have been counseling a week-long church camp in southern California for the past 5 years now and I absolutely love doing it. The ages are 9-12 and I look forward to it every year. I have also worked with older children when I worked at the Boy's and Girl's Club. I definitely believe a successful tutor can really change the life of a young adult by stressing the importance of education. Sometimes all it takes is hearing it from a different person in a different perspective.
I am a recent graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno. I earned my BS in Finance through the College of Business Administration which enabled me to gain experience in different subjects such as math, economics, accounting, information systems, and marketing. I also used to tutor other, younger students when I was in high sc ... read more

Kyle H.

• Reno, NV 89503 ( 12.9 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $58.00 to $66.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Grammar

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I have worked with all different populations and have adapted and altered my teaching styles to fit the needs of the pupil. I'm a firm believer in hard work and perseverance because it all pays off in the end and you will always come out on top. I believe a student’s environment can positively effect their performance and outcome, thus making me a great person to be around because I’m personable and approachable. I make it a personal goal to give 100% to each and every student and athlete I come in contact with because they are the future and I want to have a very bright one!
As a graduate from the University of Nevada Reno, I have been exposed to an array of coaching and educational opportunities. I have a degree in Health Sciences and a minor in Psychology and I'm also an EMT-Intermediate, making me very confident in tutoring many science areas. In the Fall I will be begin a ... read more

Catalina J.

• Reno, NV 89503 ( 13.1 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Literature, Grammar

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As an MBA student, I constantly had to conduct research in challenging fields, write reports, train others and make appropriate recommendations. I have particularly enjoyed carrying on tasks that required teaching others, presenting personal research and challenging specific teaching styles. As a substitute teacher, I have developed my teaching skills and became able to adapt to the different educational level, schools, communities etc. From my professional experience, I learned to be a team leader, to focus on the delegated task, to prioritize and to reward results.
I am a parent and I understand that educating our children is a priority. Although challenging, I particularly enjoy working with children, teaching them as well as learning from them. I believe that what makes me a good teacher is my ability to listen, understand a child's outlook on things and my constant focus ... read more

Nicole L.

• Reno, NV 89503 ( 13.9 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $42.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar

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Currently, I am a senior at UNR nearing the completion of a nutrition-dietetics major and psychology minor. From a young age, I was driven to exceed academically, which have positively influenced my success in the classroom. Upon completing a rigorous high school schedule(Scholar's Program:detailed list of required AP/honors classes and greater than a 3.5 GPA), I was well prepared for college. I began tutoring in the 6th grade, focusing primarily on math related concepts. Throughout the years, I have continued to instruct various other grade levels in multiple subjects. Personally, I believe my two strongest subjects are math and writing.
I thoroughly enjoy teaching, especially the satisfaction of watching a student that was previously struggling start to succeed as a result of your time and instruction. I am an extrovert, personable, intelligent, and am not limited to one spe ... read more