brian g.

• Denver, CO 80226 ( 29 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male Age 71
• Member since: 10/2013
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $24 to $35 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

Contact this Tutor View Full Profile

I believe that every student can learn more than they think

I have taught for over 30 years in a variety of institutions, but mostly public schools. I am conversant in Spanish and have a broad range of interests and fields of knowledge, including English literature, Math, History, Science, current events and Politics. I have taught grades 3-12, and have experiences teaching all income levels and socio-economic backgrounds.
I am a laid back type of instructor and use my experience and intuition to create unique learning environments for each student. I like students to express themselves in their studies, and I encourage each student to express their natural gifts. I have a creative mind which allows me to relate to many types of students and many subjects and to use student's natural interests as a starting point for learning new material.

Austin B.

• Greeley, CO 80631 ( 28 mi )
• Experienced Chess Tutor

• Male Age 36
• Member Since: 01/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $35.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Chess is one of my top subjects! Been playing chess as a favorite pastime for about 16 years. I once started my own chess club in high school and wish to see the game continue to thrive. Have access to tournaments and wish to start a society for the game that can compete.

Hands-on. This allows the student to experience first-hand the complexities of strategy, to further build critical thinking and logic skills in a profound fashion. This will also allow the student a more "upfront" approach and will allow the student to gather their own strategies, and above all else, an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. Progress will be reviewed based upon the basic ability to think ahead, forming advanced tactics, and overall knowledge of each piece's value. Through this method it is my hope that the student walks away with a deeper understanding not only of the game of chess, but also that they might be able to grasp the world around them and the value of each individual working not only for themselves but also their fellow man, sharing strength, and a collective intelligence to overcome bigger obstacles.
I started playing chess with my father when I was 7 and ... read more

Lee B.

• Longmont, CO 80503 ( 1.7 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $47.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

More About This Tutor...

I have taught elementary school in Colorado for 34 years. I have basically taught 2nd-6th graders, and taught a middle school class (combination 6th/7th/8th) one year. The past seventeen years, I have taught gifted/talented students. G/T students usually have asynchronous development, meaning they have strong abilities in some subjects and are weaker in others. Some g/t students are twice-exceptional, meaning they are gifted in particular subjects but have learning disabilities which need to be addressed in others. Therefore, I have experience with the entire spectrum of learning disabled through profoundly gifted students. I am a master teacher in all subject areas, except the arts.
I love teaching and working with all children. I believe all children can learn, but each in different ways. I try to discover each student's particular learning style to help them successfully ... read more

Raymond P.

• Longmont, CO 80501 ( 4.2 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

More About This Tutor...

When I graduated college I found myself wanting to help others. I began doing this by counseling youth who had substance abuse issues. For a time I also worked with the youth at a homeless shelter. Helping them with homework, ESL studies, and math skills. The youth there were a variety of ages and backgrounds, so I had to adapt my style to their needs. My education allowed me to focus on child development and the various stages of cognitive development. This helped shape my ability to help a variety of age groups based on their level of understanding. By relating information in terms that were easy to understand for them, I have been successful in helping them learn new skills and ideas.
I enjoy teaching a great deal and working with all ages of children. However my favored age group is adolescents. I try as much as possible to appeal to as many learning styles as I can in ... read more

Nicholas R.

• Boulder, CO 80301 ( 8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $43.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Read More About Nicholas R...

Although I have no formal teaching experience, we all learn and teach everyday in our lives. I am very intelligent and want to pass that on. I have done much reading when I was younger, exploring memory and mnemonics. I also took the Mega-Memory and speed reading courses by Kevin Trudeau. They are the ones that are in the Skymall catalog. I believe those really helped me in my studies, because I learned to approach learning the same way I approached sports. People would laugh in university when I would tell them that I never read anything for school late at night because I was tired and it wouldn't sink in properly, or that I would never eat a meal less than one hour before a test and I challenged them to try the same.
Learning starts with learing about oneself and how you best perform. It is very similar to sports, you start off learning the techniques and then you must lea ... read more

Peter E.

• Boulder, CO 80303 ( 10.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $60.00 to $67.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

More About This Tutor...

I love teaching kids. Kids absorb new things like a sponge and often need things taught in a variety of ways in order to fully comprehend a subject. Regarding math, I use real-world examples to show how a particular concept is important. Then, I show the method to solve the problem. Next, I have the student teach me how to solve the problem. Finally, I have the student do practice problems in order to master the material. Practice indeed makes perfect. I hold students accountable for completed homework. In class, I make constant connections with the material to the student's passion or personal interest. I constantly ask questions. I am patient, energetic and thrive on seeing progress in my student's academics. I enjoy biking and hiking.
I am an exceptional math/English tutor. I've earned a bachelor degree in Accounting from Santa Clara University. I have three years professional ... read more

Alissa P.

• Boulder, CO 80302 ( 11.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $42.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Read More About Alissa P...

I graduated this spring with honors from Carleton College. For my senior thesis in Math, three of my colleagues and I designed a Challenge Math curriculum for fifth grade students. Together we compiled our lessons into a book, and once a week each we taught a small group of students. When I moved to Boulder this summer, I began tutoring CU students, adults taking online courses, and high school students. I also have experience tutoring for the SAT, ACT, and GRE.
My teaching style depends on the student. Some students need me to explain the subject material to them rather than read it from the book, while other students benefit most if they work through a problem and then ask me a question when they get stuck. Though regardless of the student, I always ask questions as we go, because I know that students learn best when they engage with the material.

Jennifer H.

• Boulder, CO 80303 ( 11.6 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2006
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

Teaching has been an extremely rewarding career. My primary goal as a teacher is to help each child to experience the great feeling of success. I believe that success, big or small, promotes self confidence, which creates further successes. My teaching style is supportive and kind. I challenge my students to the extent that I believe they are capable. I am patient and believe in positive reinforcement as a teaching tool.
I have been teaching dance to children and young adults for the last 10 years. However I pride myself on teaching my students more than the physical elements of dancing. The exercises, and "games" that I teach incorporate important memory and creative thinking skills. Beyond my dance major, I have a minor in psychology, and excellent grades in upper level w I have been teaching dance to children and young adults for the last 10 years. However I pride myself for tea ... read more

Cole R.

• Boulder, CO 80303 ( 11.7 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

More About This Tutor...

In teaching math and physics I find that most student's heads start to spin when looking at numbers, so I do my best to use analogies to describe a mathematical process, then once a student feels comfortable with the analogy they can apply this analogy to solve problems with numbers. Again stemming from overcoming phobias of math or physics being the most important step in learning, I try to make the complicated and confusing territory of math and physics easily navigable by bringing problems to a tangible ground for students.
I've recently tutored math and general science for UpwardBound, a program designed to inspire and give the tools necessary to under-privileged high school students to become first generation college students. Throughout my study of math and physics, I've found that most people that are unable to do these subjects are limited by their own phobias and that if t ... read more

Deborah L.

• Loveland, CO 80537 ( 11.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $44.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

More About This Tutor...

In addition to being a substitute teacher for the Thompson School District, I homeschooled my own eight children for over nine years. During that time, I taught numerous homeschool group classes, including biology, cooking and english.
I work well with children. As the mother of eight, I have experience with all ages, and a variety of learning styles. I try to discover each childs strengths and play to those, encouraging individual learning styles.

Mark P.

• Loveland, CO 80537 ( 12.1 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

I am a graduate of Law School, but my first love and continued passion is education. I have vast life experiences as well as experiences in education that were both diverse and enriching. My English background has provided me with a great content-area knowledge; while my law background has taught me an analytical side to reading and writing.
My love is working with kids. My true gift is working with kids who have otherwise had problems in an academic setting.

Maryam G.

• Boulder, CO 80303 ( 12.1 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Read More About Maryam G...

As a Computer Science graduate, I have had extensive experience in Mathematics, physics, and computers. As I have always been passionate about teaching, I always taught while attending school. Teaching and tutoring experience: - High school calculus - SAT Princeton Review teacher - ACT Princeton Review teacher - General high school Math tutor - Computer literacy - High school Physics - English (TOEFL) I have strong written skills as I have gained experience writing my honor thesis and receiving a certificate in Entrepreneurship.
I love the interaction between a teacher and their students. For me teaching is a form of self discovery. My students are like mirrors in which I see my strengths and weaknesses. I constantly learn from my students and I grow as they grow. I feel as individuals we are limitless and teaching reminds me of it as I see my students grow. My stud ... read more

Corey D.

• Boulder, CO 80303 ( 12.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2007
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

I am a passionate teacher willing to devote my time and abilities to the success of my students. I believe that a teacher's ability to personally tailor instruction to his/her students is imperative to the student's success. Differentiation and classroom management have been personal strengths in my past educational experiences. My goal is to provide an environment for students to learn at their own pace, feeling secure and confident in their abilities. Throughout my own personal education, as well as my involvement in the CU school of education, I've come to understand the importance of teachers in children's lives. I feel strongly about my ability to make a beneficial impact for all of my students.
I recently graduated from the University of Colorado with two bachelor's degrees in elementary education and psychology. Throughout my studies at CU I taught at several different ... read more

James M.

• Lafayette, CO 80026 ( 12.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 12/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Read More About James M...

I possess unique training and skill sets that enable me to reach and connect with diverse learners. I work to honor each learner’s distinctive needs, abilities, proclivities and style through establishing trust by way of kindness, patience and understanding. I trust in every child’s ability to connect with the material at hand given the right environment, support and encouragement. I understand that when a child feels safe, valued and met, engagement and learning follow. Being an avid learner myself, I bring enthusiasm and curiosity to every lesson and work to find and stir that curiosity in my students.
I’m deeply passionate about education and have taught for over 16 years a wide variety of students (ESL, Learning Challenged, Gifted, APA), 2nd – 12th grades and college courses in Critical Thinking, Creative and Multimedia Writing. I have a BA with honors in English, and hold an M ... read more

Daniel P.

• Boulder, CO 80305 ( 12.5 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 08/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

I recently graduated from Connecticut College with a BA in Mathematics, with minors in French and Philosophy. I received a departmental math prize each year of my college career, and served as a math tutor, as well as proofread French papers for other students. At the same time, I worked in the Career Enhancing Life Skills office, was the Master Electrician for Theater Services, and participated in club soccer, orchestra, and other campus activities. I particularly enjoyed my role as a dorm leader: I was a Governor during my sophomore and junior years, and promoted student involvement in dorm activities. I was also a Housefellow (a paraprofessional Residence Advisor) my senior year, ensuring the physical and mental health of all students in the dorm, in coordination with other departments on campus.
One of the most interesting things about math, in my opinion, is how everyone c ... read more