Amanda V.

• Elizabethtown, KY 42701 ( 27.3 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 32
• Member since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15 to $35 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar

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Biology Student @ Bellarmine University- Substitute Teacher

I have always been an excellent student. Attended small Catholic elementary school where I was the captain of the academic team during the 4th and 5th grade. I then attended an amazing middle school, where I became Student Body President, captain of the cheerleading team, and All A's student for all 3 years. There, I received the highest achievement a student can receive for all 3 years. In high school, I played varsity volleyball for 3 years, was captain for 2, and received MANY honors and awards for my talent in the sport. I was an honors student, took AP Spanish, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Biology, and AP Calculus. I was an active member of the National Honors Society. I graduated with the Commonwealth Diploma, the highest degree given to a HS student in the state of KY. I am now a rising senior at the prestigious Bellarmine University in Louisville, KY, where I m ... read more

Tina B.

• Louisville, KY 40272 ( 16.1 mi )
• Experienced Composition Tutor

• Female Age 60
• Member Since: 03/2013
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $20.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar

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My comments on tutoring Composition : I am a Cerftified High School English teacher.

I have a basic approach to tutoring and teaching students: - Identify what the student knows and still needs to learn to get where we need to bo. - Identify the strengths and weaknesses...and review the strengths and work at a rigoris pace to get where we know the child's skill level needs to be. - Celebrate the students successes to build thier confidence and increase their willingness to learn more and utlimately do better. _ Building a relationship with the student that we are partners in their education and we both will work to reach our set goals.
I started working at JCPS as a substitute teacher in 2000 at a high-at-risk high school. I then becamse an Instructional Assistant III and was accepted into an accelerated program with JCPS and Ky. State University to complete the program in two years for my certification. I have taught at an at risk middle school for two years, ... read more

Kaitlin D.

• Louisville, KY 40213 ( 24.5 mi )
• Experienced Composition Tutor

• Female Age 34
• Member Since: 09/2014
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $32.00 to $39.00 /hr
• In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Creative Writing

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I'm patient. I'll try and make my lessons easy to understand. I know how frustrating language arts can be, but I also know how rewarding it can be as well. I can relate very easily to high school students, because I just graduated from high school 5 years ago.
I started tutoring in 2009 through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana. I tutor my "Little" for an hour once a week. I help with whatever subject they need. My specialty is Language Arts, but if you need help with basic math, I can do that too. I have observed many elementary, middle school, and high school classes. I know what works best, especially since I'm going to become a high school language arts teacher in a few years.

John M.

• Louisville, KY 40204 ( 24.8 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male Age 48
• Member Since: 03/2012
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $50.00 to $250.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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TUTOR

Tailor my style of teaching to the way the student best learns.
Semi-retired attorney (20+ years). Biology/chemistry undergrad degree from small private university where oral exit exams were required. Three years in Washington DC as a legislative analyst. Worked as communications director for non-profit in southern California. Public speaking and problem solving are my strengths.

Leigh J.

• Louisville, KY 40205 ( 27 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 71
• Member Since: 01/2015
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Learning with Leigh

I am very flexible and hands on.I also plan for each student then assess and plan again. I am willing to do any strategy or program if that meets student need .
40 years of teaching special ed. Elementary Ed.all grades college level, teachers. I taught special ed. For eight years. I have BA and M Ed. from U of L. I have tutored off and on since high school. Workdays the main elementary reading person at JPCS.for 2 years. I have worked with all kinds of students from gifted to severely retarded. I also have written,implemented and managed 3 remediation programs at 3 different elementary schools.

Leslie C.

• Louisville, KY 40205 ( 27 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $100.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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While I am still a university student, I have spent many countless hours studying German. I have studied it in an American classroom and a German classroom. I lived in Germany for 15 months, studying and living the language. I really love the German language and culture, and I'm really interested in helping others to love it as much as I do! Hopefully, my passion for it will transmit onto others who are interested in Germany as well.

Larry B.

• Louisville, KY 40207 ( 28.6 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2014
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $40.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Experienced Tutor for all ages...encouraging, coaching style

I focus on clear communication and consistent encouragement. My goal is to understand areas of need, ask questions of each student, then help students gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to improve.
Graduate of the University of Kentucky in Human Resource Management, with an emphasis in Business and Psychology. I have been an Operations and Human Resource Manager with multiple employers, and have managed and led large numbers of employees. Communication, writing, and coaching others to succeed are my strengths. I have also volunteered as a Literacy Council tutor, and as a Tutor for several JCPS students as part of the No Child Left Behind government program in 2010-2012. Each of my students improved by a full letter grade.

Kevin S.

• Louisville, KY 40220 ( 29.3 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male Age 54
• Member Since: 09/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $35.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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A Little Bit About Me...

Pick out what's good and encourage that. It is too easy to focus on the negative. As a writer who understands rejection very well, it has humbled me. Another set of eyes always helps during the editing process. Sometimes a writer just needs to be set on the correct path, and they can do much of the rest from there. Being a parent has also taught me patience, which is something any teacher needs. Also, reading helps you become a better writer. I think when I was younger I didn't want to hear that as much, but it's true.
While I have made a living as a technical writer in the software industry for sixteen years, part of making a life has been through my creative writing. I have written eighteen screenplays, three adult fiction manuscripts, three nonfiction manuscripts, two YA manuscripts, and now I hope to have found my niche as a middle grade novelist. I am repped by Joy Tutela of t ... read more

Lindsey W.

• Louisville, KY 40291 ( 30.3 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 35
• Member Since: 02/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $45.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Have fun while learning!

- I am patient with the student and make sure that he/she knows and understand that I am here to help and to provide opportunities to him/her to use the available resources at his/her disposal. Example: how to use the internet efficiently. It is a powerful tool if you know how to use it. - I let the student define and explain clearly what is it that he/she does not understand. This encourages the student to organize his/her thinking process and help me (the tutor) identify problem areas. -I try to keep explanations simple, logical, clear and to the point. -I encourage students to email or call me with any questions or concerns prior to sessions.
-Worked with students in small groups of 3 to 4 to help develop their basic reading and writing skills. -Helped individual students prepare for exams like the SAT, ACT, and basic test preparation strategies. -Filled out evaluation ... read more

Mark C.

• Prospect, KY 40059 ( 32.4 mi )
• Expert Composition Tutor

• Male Age 61
• Member Since: 05/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Composition is one of my top subjects! I've written dozens of award-winning stories for various publications.

Patient. Encouraging. Funny. I believe learning should be a joy, not a chore.
With a degree in English and 20 years in journalism, I have a thorough understanding of the principles required to read and write at a high level. I can teach a student how to write clearly, concisely and, if he/she has the desire, even compellingly. I can also help a student better comprehend what he/she reads and, moreover, appreciate and enjoy it.

Michael M.

• Corydon, KY 47112 ( 10.3 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Literature, Grammar

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Served as a Writing Consultant in the campus-based Writing Help Center. Provided face-to-face counseling for students whose strengths did not include basic and/or advanced English writing techniques, proper grammar and usage, proper use of punctuation, and/or the ability to clearly convey their thoughts, ideas, or research into a coherent, well-organized, and/or audience-appropriate final product. Lead workshops for lower-level general English composition classes concerning proper in-paper and end-note citation to avoid accidental, and discourage intentional, plagiarism. Designed and created inter-institutional educational brochures for students seeking help with composition techniques. Copy-read institutional materials for accuracy of language and writing techniques.
Every student, no matter race, religion, gender, age, social status, political leanings, or sexual preference, de ... read more

Peter S.

• Louisville, KY 40272 ( 19.4 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Literature, Grammar

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A Little Bit About Me...

Teaching to me is about how to engage the student. The material that is prepared for daily lessons can be nothing more than just words to some students. The instructor must become one with the student and understand them on their level. Once you can see eye to eye with your students, then you can begin to help them learn and grow. I learn right along with my students, gaining interpersonal skills from every student. The student's feedback and honesty helps me as an instructor meet the needs of future students. Students are the backbone of the future and their strength comes from how you teach them to see themselves in the world making a difference. Knowledge is a tool and as with all tools you have to show the student how use it and make it work for them.
I have taken many courses over an extended period of time. In 2002 I entered the Surgical Technology program at Jefferson Techni ... read more

Stacey M.

• Louisville, KY 40210 ( 21.4 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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As a Webster University graduate, I pursued advanced degrees (Master of Arts) in the fields of HR Management and HR Training and Development. I also attained a BS in Business Administration at Spalding University. I have used the Training and Development degree to a large extent. This comes with tutoring adults to young children in the areas of English, Grammer and Writing. This training that I have done has occured for the last 10 years. I have also participated in projects with Measured Progress in scoring in the areas of English Essays and Social Studies.
I love teaching and training along with working with children and adults. Everyone has the potential to excel in a particular area. Working as an substitute teacher gives me the opportunity to assist in the teaching and instruction of students and at the same time assist the classroom teacher. I have working one on one ... read more

mabel l.

• Louisville, KY 40214 ( 21.7 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar

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My experience as a tutor is with students that have learning and motivational challenges. I make sure that students become engaged in their school work by creating fun lesson plans. I am fascinated when students learn and improve their basic math and reading skills. Since, these skills are essential for them to find a job in the future. My goal is for my students to become sucessful in their careers. I belive in changing their old learning styles by using variety in tutoring sessions.
As a College graduate, I worked very hard to finish my Masters degree in education. I have two degrees, BS in Psychology and a Masters in Special Education K-12. Therefore, my expertise in Helping students with Varying Exceptionalities. In my research, I have learned creative strategies to teach students. During, the last 2 years I have tutored students in basic math, reading, writing, science, and s ... read more

Rensha R.

• Louisville, KY 40212 ( 22 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $40.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Literature, Grammar

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have tutored many students in essay writing. I received A's in all Higher Education English Courses. I also volunteer at local community centers in reading and writing.
I love assisting students and helping them reach there maximum potential in essay writing. My goal is to increase reading and writing levels by a grade level.