Marie Z.

• Beaumont, TX 77708 ( 28.5 mi )
• Marine Biology Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $51.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Psychology, Physics, Life Science, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology

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My passion for education blossomed while volunteering as a tutor with Somali refugee children in Pittsburgh, PA during college. I worked with families in their homes to develop English reading, writing, and speaking skills. After graduating with a B.A. in History and Political Science I joined Teach For America, where I taught first grade for two years and substitute taught pre-kindergarten through fifth grade for one year. A major focus while teaching first grade was developing literacy skills and instilling a love and enthusiasm for reading and writing in my students.
The most important thing about my teaching style is that I believe every child can achieve academic excellence and can be interested in learning. I believe that it is up to me, as a teacher or a tutor, to engage the student(s). A huge part of this is being very transparent about where the student starts, what our go ... read more

Jason P.

• Lake Charles, LA 70601 ( 33.5 mi )
• Marine Biology Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $56.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Sociology, Psychology, Physics, Organic Chemistry, Life Science, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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I have the capability to not only understand but fluently express any material. have done extensive research into tutoring and student-teacher bonds, an aspect I feel is important. I present the fact that the session is a time to learn yet enjoy. I always use my love for knowledge to improve the child's interest in learning - enhancing motivation. I supply the student with a notebook to be used for our sessions which seems to have increased the frequency the student works out of session. I feel that a less stressful mind is more open to intake information. I keep the child focused on what's important to excel. For math, dedication will be important. A positive work ethic and the student's weakpoints would be primary.
I am a student at McNeese under Biochemistry. My major has required me to take math classes up to Calculus II - which I completed with an A grade. Calculus I I complet ... read more