susan d.

• Kalamazoo, MI 49006 ( 14.4 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member since: 03/2016
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Tutoring Rate: $25 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Business, Resume Writing, Public Relations, Marketing, Finance, Communications, Advertising

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Success in the written word

Expert speaker and writer of English including grants, proposals, essays, advertising copy and all related school subjects requiring proficiency in Language Arts. Literacy is the foundation for communication which crosses all boundaries and professions. I am a paid tutor and teacher of children 4-18 years of age through association with public schools. I started out with a degree in English as a foundation and took the skill of writing into the marketplace. For 25 years, I worked for business as a copy writer and graphic artist, creating compelling advertising for bankers, doctors, lawyers, real estate professionals etc. I ran my own marketing company in the Albuquerque/Santa Fe area with the help of subcontractors. In addition to current reading and writing instruction as a teacher, I am a state trained mediator active in courts and schools, settling conflicts requiring refined co ... read more

Veronica P.

• Paw Paw, MI 49079 ( 6.5 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female Age 41
• Member Since: 12/2011
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations

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I have been teaching English and History education for three years. I have experience on the 7th, 8th 9th and 10th grade levels. For the last three years my high school English courses have been centered on ACT prep. for the ACT/MME students take their junior year. My eighth grade curriculum focuses on strengthening testing scores, reading comprehension and writing ability (formal and creative). I also have taught Shakespeare and core minored in Shakespearean Lit while earning my English Degree. My experience with history education has been focused in geography, culture, western civilization, American history, European history and African American/African histories. I have taught the summer school credit recovery classes in my school district for three years and have also home schooled and tutored for seven years. I also had several classes focused on African American Literature. ... read more

Mara I.

• Kalamazoo, MI 49009 ( 12.6 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female Age 29
• Member Since: 05/2013
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $10.00 to $80.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have just graduated high school, and have just finished thirteen years of learning. I have ADD, and have had a semester's worth of interning at the Specialized Language Development Center, working with kids who struggle with reading, writing, and comprehension. Kids brought to the center are usually dyslexic, ADD/ADHD, or have some type of learning disability, however, those without disabilities come for help too, ranging from kindergarden all the way to college level students.

Jo-Ann S.

• Portage, MI 49002 ( 13.9 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $10.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Business, Resume Writing, Public Relations, Marketing, Law, Finance, Economics, Communications, Advertising, Accounting

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I am committed to your success

My teaching style is adapted to your needs, the topic, and how you learn, so that you can integrate what you are learning at least long enough to pass the class
I have a unique educational background in wanting to be educated but obtaining a degree along the way. My classroom experience is board covering many disciplines and how they connect and overlap. Hence the desire to be educated, to be able to think, reason, wonder, explore ongoingly through out my life drives me still after all these years. My appetite for learning only seems to increase as I age. I also have a broad range of work experience that is integrated into my academic experience.

Peder S.

• Mattawan, MI 49071 ( 7.4 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations, Marketing, Law, Finance, Economics, Communications, Advertising, Accounting

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I am a Ph.D. Psychology student at Western Michigan University. I have a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and a Master's degree in Psychology. I have tutored students of all ages in many areas of business, psychology, and related fields. I am also a professional artist and a professional musician and have taught painting and guitar to dozens of students. I have extensive work and life experience that has given me the skills necessary to tutor in multiple areas.
I am a patient, understanding, easy going, and considerate tutor. I am able to utilize my education in Psychology to assist with development. I am a Ph.D. student in Behavior Analysis. Understanding behavior will help with the analysis of the gaps we need to fill to achieve the success desired. I can achieve the results you are looking for.

Barroni T.

• Kalamazoo, MI 49009 ( 10.1 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $51.00 /hr

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As a graduate of Andrews University, I was confronted with the task of completing a degree in the field of Engineering. With diligent efforts and a drive to overcome the academic challenges once faces as a student, I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. With much exposure to technical papers and lab reports, I have acquired exceptional grammatical skills. As a student, I have always indirectly tutored, helping fellow classmates in various subjects.
I enjoy teaching children and preparing those who will be the future of our society. Each student learns differently and it is imperative that one’s teaching style must be adapted to the way a student learns. It is the job of the tutor to fully understand the student and the most effective ways for that student to learn so that he may function at his or her full potential.

Laurie H.

• Portage, MI 49002 ( 12.3 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Marketing, Finance, Economics

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In groups, I like to have many examples and participation from the audience. As a manager and mentor, I also prefer to teach a concept and return to it when the student has an opportunity to use it in their work. It is important to be able to adjust your teaching style to the needs of the student, and I love the challenge of being able to do this.
I have always loved to learn new things, and as a teenager wanted to be a teacher. I have a B.S. in Dietetics with a chemistry minor, as well as an M.B.A. My role as a dietitian requires the ability to teach all ages groups, with diverse backgrounds and educational levels. After completion of my MBA, I moved into a senior leadership role. In this position, I facilitated strategic planning sessions and tutored staff who were completing BS or MS degrees in English, sciences, quality, writing, and business classes.

Randi M.

• Kalamazoo, MI 49006 ( 12.5 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $52.00 /hr

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I enjoy breaking difficult subjects into more easily-processed steps. I am willing and able to work with students who are disillusioned and frustrated. I strongly believe that anyone can succeed and approach any subject matter. Tutors, teachers, and parents need to look beyond present hurdles and see the ability that resides in all students to succeed and be confident. Once children see their work start to pay off they develop self-esteem and self-esteem enables them to start taking on more and more challenges. This affects their academics as well as other areas of their lives.
As a recent graduate of the Comparative Religion MA program at Western Michigan University I am eager to begin a career in the field of academics. I believe that tutoring would be a great way for me to develop my teaching skills and also to share the knowledge that I have had imparted to me from import ... read more

Sarah G.

• KALAMAZOO, MI 49001 ( 14.6 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing

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A Little Bit About Me...

I believe that teaching styles need to be flexible to the student. I have worked with a very wide variety of students, from the severely limited autistic youth to the highly gifted medical student. While approach and focus might vary for the individual or subject matter the essence remains the same. I try to envision at least 3 different ways of approaching a problem, I discuss material but let the students ask questions which I then tailor my explanations toward. Everyone sees a problem slightly differently and if you allow yourself an open mind and creative thinking often you can help them break through a difficult problem because you are able to see it their way.
I have spent the better part of my life either in school or teaching in one form or another. I highly value both the process of learning and of passing on my knowledge. I have intend to make this my life's work and as s ... read more

Brian B.

• Kalamazoo, MI 49007 ( 15.6 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 08/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing

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My style of teaching is repetition of material focusing on specific areas where the student is having problems. One on one approach until the lesson is grasped by the student has proven to work more than group settings. Once the area of concern is learned the student usually continues getting it down pat on their own with me as backup or a question resource from that point.
I have 20+ years experience in the computer field and I had a 3.0 average in general studies. I have a BS in computer science and an AAS in microcomputer technology. Most of my education was self taught beyond high school. I've also tutored and mentored school age children for approximately four years when in college. All math and science subjects were from high school from basic math to calculus, trigonometry, and basic geometry. Physical and earth sciences are also strong suites. I can also give studen ... read more

Kari F.

• Berrien Springs, MI 49103 ( 24.9 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing

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A Little Bit About Me...

As an undergraduate student, I had the opportunity to work as a tutor in the Writing Center of Andrews University. I assisted both undergraduate and graduate students and community members with various essays and papers, concentrating on grammatical correctness and content development. I also worked as the Ceramics Director at Camp Au Sable Youth Camp in Grayling, MI, teaching kids, teenagers and adult campers ceramics and managing the ceramics department. I love working with kids and work as a counselor for 6th through 8th grade students at my local church. Currently I am working towards my masters, which has refined my attention to detail and given me a variety of experiences with different personalities.
My teaching style approaches the learner with patience and creativity. As an art and writing student, I realize that many kids learn differently, and I try to approach each situ ... read more

Jen T.

• South Haven, MI 49090 ( 26.9 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $44.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Public Relations, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Communications, Advertising, Accounting

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A Little Bit About Me...

I worked at Lake Michigan College in Student Services. Part of my responsibilities included administering assessment and telecourse tests. I was also the Academic Advisor for the Hispanic Club. My job also included project management of community events. Training, scheduling, and managing work-study students. Including establishing and maintaining a Work Study Handbook and assisting in the management of the annual Work Study budget. Processing student’s registration, assisting with financial aid documents and collecting tuition payments
I have a passion for learning and helping others. I pride myself on being a life long learner. I am well organized and detail oriented. I have limited teaching experiences but believe teaching styles need to adapt to the learner.

Charles P.

• South Bend, IN 46628 ( 31.8 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Communications

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A Little Bit About Me...

I usually employ a Socratic style of interaction, seldom answering students’ questions, but rather guiding them to the answer, or at least an answer, through strategic questions designed to clarify their thinking processes and work toward a solution to the problem at hand. Frequently, I might not know the specific answer to a question, and in such instances, the student and I will engage in an academic scavenger hunt to find it. This practice contains much value, as the student will learn the techniques and strategies by which to effectively ferret out material that may otherwise go unnoticed. I am less a teacher than I am a facilitator of learning, and I strive to create an environment in which learning is both successful and enjoyable.
After receiving the Ph.D. from Notre Dame in 1985, I taught at Saint Mary’s College, Purdue University North Central, and Notre Dame, and current ... read more