Amelia G.

• Nashville, TN 37215 ( 16.1 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Female
• Member since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40 to $50 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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EXPERT TUTOR-MultiSubject; Home/ONLINE; +WRITING instructor

As a tutor, I find that it is important to present the material to the students in a way that they can relate to. My job as an educator is to teach them how to learn it and make them want to learn it. I personally do not believe that negative reinforcement is beneficial. Positive responses to students are extremely valuable, even if they may occasionally give the wrong answer. This will give them the motivation to do well. My philosophy is that teaching is part knowledge, part communication, and part intuition. My intuition is necessary to understand where a student is getting stuck. I myself already understand the material; the challenge is to understand why a student does not. A variety of communicative teaching approaches is best. I have learned that different students respond to visual, auditory, or tactile methods. As always, continuous practice is extremely important. I also must ... read more

Brooklyn L.

• Nashville, TN 37206 ( 9.4 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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KAPLAN SAT Private Tutor KAPLAN SAT Teacher 4 years tutoring experience: grades 3-12, with concentration on math, science, and standardized test preparation Current ACT Teacher Current Math Teacher Current Education Coordinator at East Nashville-based Nonprofit Works hard to motivate students and spark their intrinsic desire to learn

Jamie S.

• Hendersonville, TN 37075 ( 6.6 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $59.00 to $65.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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I love to work hands- on with children. I believe in meeting a child at their individual level, both emotionally and academically. I want to make my students believe in themselves in order that they one day meet their full potential.
After finishing my undergraduate work, I was a substitute teacher for 7 months. I then went on to Belmont University where I recieved my Masters in Education, which required a one year student teaching placement. I have also served as a TCAP interventionalist where I helped students prepare for the statewide achievment test.

Gretchen R.

• Nashville, TN 37216 ( 7.3 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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Growing up with more than five teachers in my family, I have always had a deep understanding of the importance of education and a drive to teach others. I recieved my Bachelor's in English from the University of Southern Indiana with the intention of completing a Masters and becomming an instructor at the college level. However, upon completion of my Bachelors, I immediately began teaching at Nashville State Community College as an adjunct english instructor. I then made a transition to tutoring grades K-12 for the No Child Left Behind Program. I have enjoyed working in this capacity for the program ever since I started tutoring five years ago.
The greatest benefit of teaching, to me, is seeing the look in a child's eyes when he or she finally reaches that understanding of what you are teaching them. The challenge of finding a new way to help a child reach this understanding i ... read more

John P.

• Nashville, TN 37216 ( 7.8 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $53.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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Teaching has been a productive and varied part of my life. I've worked as a substitute for nearly 18 years(1974-1992) in the Champaign-Urbana area school districts in Illinois, as well as a private music instructor, and as a class guitar instructor before moving to Nashville in 1996. I've done in home tutoring for students that were homebound for various reasons. I have great communications skills either working one on one or, in a class environment and have developed extensive grammatical skills through the writing of various research papers as a part of both my musical and educational college backgrounds.
I have a deep passion to share my knowledge with people(all ages). I've developed my teaching style to be proactive towards a students needs, goals and commitment. I treat all my students with respect, patience and consideration, with the idea being to help each one work toward ... read more

Carey M.

• Hendersonville, TN 37075 ( 8.1 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $49.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, Government, Geography, American History

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I have 7 years of teaching experience in the public school system. While certified in Tennessee and Florida in the areas of the social sciences (History and Government; Grades 7-12), I have also coordinated the AVID program and taught the AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) elective class which gave me the opportunity to tutor students in all academic subject areas including math, social studies, language arts, and science in grades 6 through 8. I have a BA in psychology, and MA in teaching social science education, and am currently finishing up my Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary Education.
Teaching should be an engaging process between both the teacher and student. When students are not only able to comprehend concepts, but to fully explain the concepts to others, true learning has occurred. My goal is to strive for true understanding and to ignite ... read more

Jennifer D.

• Nashville, TN 37207 ( 8.7 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $41.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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I have a strong desire to continue utilizing my critical and inferential thinking skills, interpersonal communication skills (oral and written), comprehensive scope of clinical skills, and knowledge of human development and behavior. I am a forward-thinking, instinctive leader with 5 years counseling experience. I have expertise include highly effective critical thinking skills, prompt adaptability, and consistent execution of effective conflict resolution/mediation. I utilize exceptional understanding of how to deal effectively with people and groups utilizing genuine concern for and sensitivity to others, humility, and the ability to maintain a strength-focused approach. I posses a talent for establishing and maintaining positive, healthy relationships with a vastly diverse population.
I have worked with children at all different ages, as well as children with largely varyin ... read more

Laura A.

• Nashville, TN 37206 ( 8.7 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2006
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $56.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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I love to work with children because it allows me to use my creativity. I tend to use a more kinesethic, hands-on approach in my teaching. I believe that when children are able to have the subject matter displayed to them in a 3D format, they are able to comprehend it's use in the real world. It also keeps their attention span active. For example, once when working on fractions with a student I brought in playdoh that we shaped into a pie. The child was able to create the fractions with their hands and was excited about taking pieces away and counting what was left in the pie. For me, the experience of seeing a child's eyes light up when they are finally able to comprehend something is very rewarding.
I have always had a passion for educating children. I attended two different colleges and I value the experience and skills provided by both institutions. I spent two years at the U ... read more

Drury P.

• Nashville, TN 37206 ( 8.7 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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Family & friends have expressed to me that my open-mindedness & clever & creative nature allow me to have an almost sixth sense-like intuition. Through the NCLB program, I put this theory to the test, & to be perfectly honest, I feel as if I lived up to this supposed “inherent capacity” to touch & better the lives of underprivileged, neglected, inner-city youth. As an educational activist, I REALLY, REALLY try to get & know each child on an individual basis. I want the child to become comfortable with me in their immediate environment: if a child cannot trust, respect, & admire his or her educator as a mentor, how can we truly expect the child to take his or her education seriously? Can we expect a progressive future if our children’s latent potential is never tapped into, & only remains dormant? I’m here to make that possibility less likely.
From an early age, growing up in a ... read more

Marc D.

• Hermitage, TN 37076 ( 10.2 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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I hold two bachelor's degrees from Mississippi State University. Both degrees were award under an International Business Major. I have taught German labs at the University level and can teach math whether geometry, trigonometry, algebra or pre-calculus.
My teaching style is facilitative. I ask a lot of questions and require my students to practice a minimum of 3 examples in front of me for every technique I explain. I have a fun style and enjoy watching the confidence grow in my pupils. The only child that ever lost interest in what I had to say was my own. :)

Jonathon A.

• Nashville, TN 37206 ( 10.4 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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I have had the opportunity to work and help develop young minds for a few years. After college, I tutored full time at a high performing urban charter school where I worked on basic remedial skills with students. I have continued to work with young people to build confidence in their skills and improve their performance in school and on tests. I have tutored students from 5th grade through 12th grade, focusing mostly on math all the way to calculus and English.
I believe that the most important characteristic that a teacher must have is consistency. The teacher must develop a system of rigorous work with ample support. I believe that it is imperative to possess an in-depth knowledge of the subject which one teaches, not just be a few pages ahead in the book. In order to achieve this high level, I prepare meticulously for each session, reach the student on his or her level and help ... read more

Keona F.

• Hermitage, TN 37076 ( 11.3 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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My teaching style varies depending on the needs of my clients. Typically when I tutor more than one student at a time, I like to give frequent assessments (verbal or written). These "quizzes" aren't to punish the students; I use them to assess the needs of the students and the strengths and weaknesses of my teaching methods. The results allow me to adjust my style accordingly and focus on the areas in which the students need the most help.
My interest in mathematics is what originally fueled my desire to pursue an accounting degree. My work ethic and study skills are what have allowed me to earn both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in this field. My greatest strengths, however, are writing and composition, which is why I minored in English. I've tutored in English, math, and accounting (jr high, high school, & college-level) for the past 8 years.

Matthew D.

• Nashville, TN 37209 ( 12.1 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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My own experience as a student has shown me that i was most effectively motivated when I realized the enjoyment I could draw from schoolwork. Approached in the right way, all aspects of the educational experience -- lecture, class discussion, and even test-taking and essay-writing -- can be fun when the student saw these activities as opportunities to challenge themselves. Many enjoy athletics because it tires and strengthens the body; as a tutor, I have found that I can impart similar enjoyment through the exercise and strengthening of the mind.
I first began tutoring during high school, volunteering with Time to Rise in Nashville, TN, a program that supplies students from underperforming schools with supplemental education. After high school, I excelled during college at the University of the South, spending time in Oxford at St Catherine's College, graduating summa cum laude, an ... read more

Deborah W.

• Nashville, TN 37212 ( 12.7 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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I love to teach, and I have taught many subjects. I have worked with students in art, french, English, and art history. Each subject and each student requires a different approach, and I enjoy rising to this challenge. I enjoy witnessing my students' success. In college, I specifically tutored student athletes who were in danger of losing their scholarships because of grades. All of my students maintained their GPA's and did not lose funding. I like to see this kind of success for others through my work. I find the needs and learning style of each student and work with them so that they learn the best and learn the most.
I have tutored for over ten years. I began this work in my undergraduate years at Mercer University where I was employed as a writing/grammer/ESL tutor through the university learning center. I also worked as a tutor through Mercer with the NCAA CHAMPS program ... read more

Nathaniel S.

• Nashville, TN 37212 ( 12.7 mi )
• Political Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $44.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Government, Geography, American History

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Because I have an extensive background in Psychology, I have a strong understanding of the learning process, as well as many other factors that affect it. I focus on each individual child's strengths and use that to bring their weaknesses up to a higher level. Through patience and encouragement, I believe that most children can experience dramatic improvements in their abilities. I am able to explain complex ideas clearly, in simple terms that are understandable. Then I expand on what the child already understands until they have mastered the more advanced concepts. I greatly enjoy the excitement, challenge, and reward of enriching a child's life through education.
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Southern Illinois University. This gives me a broad knowledge base in many educational arenas. I have tutoring experience with the program "Second Chance Saturdays" fo ... read more