Susan L.

• Lester Prairie, MN 55354 ( 5.8 mi )
• Piano Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Vocals, Guitar

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I believe all students can learn and use my training and experience to adapt my teaching strategies to individual learning styles. Using student interests can help direct teaching that improves students’ enjoyment of learning. For instance, when teaching reading to boys I have found that they often like to read more factual reading material about sports, science, history, mechanics, etc. Student interests change as they get older and reading material needs to be age appropriate. Students thrive on positive re-enforcements, but the best motivation is personal success. Finding ways for students to feel needed and appreciated, helps to find learning more relevant and worthwhile.
I have been teaching for over twenty years, primarily Middle School Language Arts. I have also taught Head Start, fourth grade, third through eighth grade science, and kindergarten through eighth grade mu ... read more

Shawn H.

• Waconia, MN 55387 ( 7.2 mi )
• Piano Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2011
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $54.00 to $59.00 /hr

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Accomplished Administrator with a passion and drive for excellence in the field of education; proven capabilities in the areas of strategic planning, school finance, curriculum development, program management evaluation & effectiveness, and leadership development. Strong history of building and leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals and objectives. Dramatically improved current processes and systems resulting in enhanced district savings and increased cash flow. Great at maintaining a balance between driving strategy & vision and maintaining daily operations & controls. A strong communicator, whose sensitivity and compassion serves as a champion for the underdog.
I believe that every child can learn and that every child has a unique learning style. You must approach each learner woth various learning techniques that include visual, auditory and kinistetic app ... read more

Julie F.

• Buffalo, MN 55313 ( 13.3 mi )
• Piano Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $63.00 to $72.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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I truly enjoy helping children learn. Years of experience teaching helps me find the area they need help in quickly, and my analytical thinking helps me apply the best practice to work on it. I easily develop a good rapport with my students, yet I have clear and high expectations that helps them to excel. I am firm but kind, and believe that a good relationship with the student is crucial to enjoying learning.
My nine years of teaching and two years of volunteer teaching experience have finely honed my ability to relate to students and help them to understand concepts in a wide variety of subjects. While earning my Master's in Education and certification in both Biology and Religion I sharpened both a wide range of knowledge in a wide variety of science and math topics, as well completing major research projects. I have significant knowledge in the topics of science, math, psy ... read more

Winston P.

• Plymouth, MN 55447 ( 20.7 mi )
• Piano Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $56.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Vocals, Musical, Guitar

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I love mentoring and working with musicians of all ages. I believe all people can grow musically, but each in different ways. My encouraging attitude can help students achieve musical and academic success. I am patient, easy going, considerate and sensitive to the artistic temperament. My goal is to provide the best education possible at whatever level desired. I am a firm believer in teaching through discovery and in providing a constructive approach to learning. I believe all students can meet their potential if they are given the appropriate surroundings and learning experiences. A few good educators can make a world of difference in a child's education, and I strive to make that difference happen in all of my students' lives.
As a classically trained musician with a BA in theory and composition, and a Masters in conducting, I have a high degree of diverse expertise to offe ... read more

Nancy H.

• Champlin, MN 55316 ( 30.5 mi )
• Piano Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $60.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Musical

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My teaching style is mentoring, or sharing of knowledge, in combination with promoting the understanding of consequences. I strongly believe that learning can and should be an enjoyable experience for student, teacher and any other involved parties, such as parents. While some subjects may require rote memorization, I always try to explain the underlying reason, purpose and benefit of the material being taught. I also recognize the importance of listening and understanding the student's learning style in order to most effectively and efficiently obtain the desired learning outcome.
I am an accountant by occupation, and my tutoring experience is primarily as a volunteer, because I love learning and helping others to learn. I gave beginning piano and music theory instruction to a student who went on to become a professional flutist. I also taught beginning piano and music theory ... read more

Joseph P.

• Burnsville, MN 55337 ( 30.9 mi )
• Piano Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $52.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Trumpet, Percussion, Musical

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I have a very modifiable style of teaching, meaning I cater to the student or students. I quickly learn the curriculum and can find multiple ways to teach it. This allows me to utilize the students major styles of learning and develop the areas where they may struggle. Teaching this way helps mold a complete student who is able to understand themselves and can learn from any lesson.
While attending and completing four years of Education courses at a well respected institution I was focused and driven to complete the curriculum and focus on creative lesson planning. Maintaining a GPA of 3.6 in Education courses while participating in four years of collegiate sports really polished my ability to multi-task. The preparation and focus applied in college paired with an immense interest in History has molded me into a life learner as well as teacher. Most of my experience is related t ... read more

Jillian M.

• Montgomery, MN 56069 ( 33.2 mi )
• Piano Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $59.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Trumpet, Saxophone, Vocals, Percussion, Musical, Guitar

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I believe in a teaching style that reflects a student's learning style. Whether they learn best by hearing, seeing, or doing it is important to cater to the student. My teaching style works around this philosphy and tends to be a combination of all 3 styles.
Although I have recently graduated with a degree in business, I am interested in pursuing a career involving people. My previous employment was a sales position that was very customer-oriented. I also have 3 years of experience helping children by teaching swimming lessons. Assisting my 15-year-old sister with her school work is also a regular activity.