GED Tutors & Teachers for Lessons, Instruction or Help in Columbia, MS

I feel my calling is working with children. My experience volunteering as a youth basketball and baseball coach has showed me that a child’s ability to learn is unlimited. I also believe that children can reach their full potential when placed in the right surrounding and with the right motivation. As an inner city youth coach, I strive to make a difference in all of my kids’ lives as players and as students. After graduated with a BS in Agriculture Economics from Alcorn State University in May 2000, I have worked as an Agricultural Statistician for the National Agricultural Statistics Service. While working with NASS, I have taking a creative writing class to improve my writing ability. I have also taking Calculus I, II, and III to build on my math skills. I am on track to receive a master’s in Management at Belhaven University in July of 2010. During the past 10 years I have tut

$ 30.50

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($36.00-$39.00)

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Because I am a very patient and detail oriented person, I feel it is best to adapt my teaching style to the student's learning style. I would first make that evaluation to determine how best to approach teaching the student. I enjoy using hands-on examples and Powerpoint presentations in teaching. I feel that one-on-one interaction will always help a child gain knowledge of a subject. I have a BS in Environmental Science with a Chemistry minor. I also have a MS in Environmental/Soil Science. As a NASA scholar and Research Assistant, I taught undergraduate students Soil Science Lab Classes. I have tutored Elementary level reading and writing as a volunteer. I have also tutored Middle School level Math to several students. I am a substitute teacher in Louisiana and I am currently working on my teacher certification.

$ 61.00

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($63.00-$73.00)

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I am a graduate of Alcorn State University. I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Science. During my four years at Alcorn State University, I took a number of biology, chemistry, math classes. During that time I perform independent studies, written research papers and had countless hours in lab. In the last few years I have tutored in science, biology,and math. Tutoring has been very fulfilling. In addition to school, I have been in the health field for over six years with by job. I enjoying teaching. Every opportunity I have I spend it teaching someone in biology, chemistry and math. I am patient and considerate . I take my time and take different approaches when it comes to helping children to perform to their abilities. I teach by being constructive. Every child is capable of learning, when you take out time and explain different aspects it gives them a new avenue to learning

$ 36.00

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($38.00-$48.00)

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I have a Bachelor of Social Work, and completing a Master's in Public Administration. I have years of experience in education working in the public schools as a teaching assistant, tutor, educational assistant. I have also worked in a school of education for teachers. I coordinated an Urban Scholars Tutoring Program. I am knowledgeable in public schools education, socioeconomic issues, funding, and limited resources affecting schools, education system, and students and their families. I coordinate Professional Development opportunities and Educational events. I have done extensive research in various areas of public policy including education Race to the Top and No Child Left Behind SES policies. I am familiar with lesson plans, rubric materials, frameworks, models, and assessments. I am familiar with pedagogy and teaching methods. I am multicultural competent professional. I am knowle

$ 33.50

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($38.00-$43.00)

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Both of my parents were teachers so education is very important to me. My experience in teaching ranges from working with elementary children as a teacher's assistant to being an Adult Education Instructor. I worked with 3rd graders who were low in math and reading for about 3 years. My greatest challenge and motivation came from assisting all ages in their quest for improved reading skills or a GED. This was over a time span of 15 years. I am always available to help anyone with their writing projects. I love to work with words and create something that is pleasing to read or easy to understand. My teaching style totally depends on my student. Every one has a different learning style, and I try to be adaptable. I believe you must create a relaxed and and supportive atmosphere for the learner. Projecting a sense of confidence in the student goes a long way towards helping him/her

$ 34.00

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($35.00-$47.00)

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