Robert D.

• Standish, ME 04084 ( 16.9 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations, Law, Advertising

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A Little Bit About Me...

Working smart and using the best study skills makes learning easier and more fun. I worked with the US Department of Education for over 30 years investigating civil rights complaints from kindergarten to graduate school. I know how education works and how to help students succeed in school. With a BA degree in Government and Geography, a Masters in Public Administration and 30 years experience in education I know how to help students reach their goals. I have taught primary school, high school, English as a second language, English, adults, geography, history, social sciences, study skills, SAT, TOEFL and advised students about college majors and university choices.
I love helping others learn and reach their personal goals. My greatest satisfaction is the success of my students. I am an easygoing person and sensitive to my students’ needs, concerns and interests. While practice ma ... read more

David G.

• Mechanic Falls, ME 04256 ( 20.6 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $44.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations, Communications

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When I teach writing, I emphasize -- and ensure that the students practice -- rewriting. Not even professional writers get it right the first time. I also encourage students to enrich their writing by reading as often as possible. Young people who take writing seriously are preparing for a successful college career. Post-secondary students who learn to write effectively are more employable than those who view writing as a technical obstacle. One of the most common complaints I hear about college graduates in the workplace is that they cannot write clearly and get to the point. I view writing as an extension of a conversation that I hold with all students. We talk, then we write.
As a journalist and teacher, I've always enjoyed getting the most out of the English language and passing that knowledge on to students of all ages. I base my teaching on the axiom that "writing is thinking ... read more

Colleen R.

• Scarborough, ME 04074 ( 32.7 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations, Marketing, Economics, Communications, Advertising

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have two years of experience teaching adults in college-level and public adult education settings. Additionally, I have about 3 years of experience working with children from infancy to adolescence and was a lead after-school teacher. My professional business background, entrepreneurial spirit and freelance writing career have aided in the practical development of my English, grammar, financial planning, customer service, sales and marketing skills.
Teaching is a facilitating process. I believe it is my job to aide the student in developing a more solid understanding of the coursework in front of them. This may involve explaining the same concept to the child in a variety of ways to help them understand. The child may also just require a patient instructor who is willing to keep practicing until they have reached the mastery stage of learning. Whatever the case may ... read more