Patricia F.

• Quinton, VA 23141 ( 30.5 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member since: 05/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $25 to $45 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations, Communications

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Skilled professional writer and teacher with gifts to share

I determine the student's level of knowledge and then tailor the approach to fit the student. I use down-to-earth vocabulary, avoiding educational jargon or highly technical terms. I provide examples of what the student needs to do or know. I provide encouragement on a regular basis.
Teaching experience includes Written Composition, English for ESL Speakers/Writers, English Literature, Business Writing, tutoring for middle school and high school students. Editor of newspapers and magazines. Freelance writer for newspapers and magazines. Seminar writer and presenter, specializing in marketing for small businesses.

Jennifer R.

• Ruther Glen, VA 22546 ( 12.1 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2012
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $10.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing

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Violin: Suzuki method Reading: Rollins method
I have been involved in various aspects of teaching and tutoring for the past 14 years. I have tutored students one-on-one for reading, writing, and math, and have taught private music lessons for voice (since 2005), violin (since 2005), and piano (since 2004). I also taught fourth grade in an elementary school. I have taught children to read before kindergarten (one fluent by age 2-3, one fluent by age 3-4).

Dana C.

• Mechanicsville, VA 23116 ( 18.9 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male Age 39
• Member Since: 10/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Tutoring Rate: $30.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Communications

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All Things Writing!!!

In Writing... I generally give my students a mild assessment to see how I can best help them. I also conduct all of my own lesson planning. However, I am certainly accustomed to helping students with current academic work they may already have from their current classes. The first thing that I typically help students do is get pass the creativity block (if needed). Even I, like all writers have suffered from the inability to start my essay because I didn't know what to write about or how to collect ideas for my topic. So the first thing I do for my student writers is help them employ a couple brainstorming techniques to get their ideas going. The second thing I show my writers is what I call the Order of an Essay. This involves arranging and writing the ideas in the order that constructs a well-written essay. This is usually the biggest thing that most student writers strug ... read more

Jessie R.

• Spotsylvania, VA 22551 ( 21.2 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $55.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• In-Home In-Group

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Successful Tutor.

Diversified. Appeals to Visual learner...listens to my students for better assessment of needs.
BS degree in Secondary Education: English, Theatre, Speech Master of Fine Arts: Virginia Commonwealth Univ. Experienced high school and Middle school teacher. Former Sylvan and Huntington Learning Centers tutor. Developed SAT course of study for local school. Experienced with the VA SOL's in English. Years spent working in a residential camping venue for ages 7-18. Have taught summer school for local public schools.

Isaac R.

• Ashland, VA 23005 ( 10.3 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 08/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $53.00 /hr

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Post-pubescent persons have a great capacity to learn abstract material; all that is necessary to open that potential is to motivate them. I do not specialize in that motivation. I do, however, excel at taking a puzzled student and explaining the difficult material in a way that makes sense to him or her. Mnemonic devices, simplifications, and advanced tools contribute to progress for any student of mine.
As a typically destitute college student, I chose to supplement my income with the knowledge I knew best. This covered non-biological sciences and mathematics, as well as conversational Spanish and English literary composition up to the sophomore college level, Over the last five years, though the three years of my undergraduate education were the most busy, both peers and high school students took advantage of my services.

Dayna P.

• Glen Allen, VA 23059 ( 10.8 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $53.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Communications, Advertising

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In working with any student, the key is to be genuine and enthusiastic. A large part of successful communication is a sense of humor (!) and a willingness to work hard. My strategy is to be confident in the subject matter, comfortable in the relationship with the student, and clear on the goals. The positive accomplishments result.
My educational and professional background (B.A., Masters, Doctorate of Law) supports my experience in teaching both young students and adults, tutoring at high schools and colleges, and private in-home instruction. Teaching English, History, Composition, Public Speaking, and Government and Politics, provided the opportunities to also use skills acquired practicing law. As a public school teacher, law school tutor, and retired attorney, it is vital that my experience and communication expertise result in enthusiastic and successful learning.

Melissa B.

• Henrico, VA 23294 ( 13.1 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Communications, Advertising, Accounting

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I love teaching all ages, but have experience working with college freshman. I believe that these students are at an age where they need to realize their dreams and need help to gain confidence within themselves. My strong point is within Math, but also comprehension. Written words and puzzles are not always easily understood. Some people need facts to help them learn or examples.
I have worked with college students in the past, working with comprehensive learning and mathematics. I learned that each student understands in their own personal way; some learn by seeing something concrete and for others it is working through the steps in the problem that helps them understand. I have also had the experience of teaching a freshman seminar class where the focus was finding the students strong point or drive and having them research their major or likes to find what job fields might fi ... read more

Rosa L.

• Henrico, VA 23228 ( 13.2 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Advertising

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Graduating with a 3.4 GPA in Mass Communications, I have always been creative in both design and writing. I have earned a dual BS in Mass Communications with the emaphasis being in both Public Relations and Journalism. I also have a minor in Spanish, a language in which I am fluent. I have excelled at English since highschool and have written many articles, essays, and website content. Most of my tutoring has been in Spanish, although I would like to branch out into writing/grammar as well.
My teaching styles vary depending on the student. I had one student who was an adult, moving to Ecuador for 2 years to work. I taught him the basics using methods such as flash cards, workbooks, and homework assignments. We met 3x a week for 3 months. In college I taught a Spanish course for a Christian Highschool near my university. This was rather different since the students were in their ear ... read more

Crystal F.

• Richmond, VA 23294 ( 13.3 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Marketing, Finance, Advertising, Accounting

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I was a tutor for the School of Business and Economics in Elizabeth City where I earned by BS in Business in 2003. I tutored beginning through Intermediate accounting, Principles of Marketing and other business subjects from 2000-2003. I was a formal tutor for one year and a student tutor for 2 years. I currently tutor family members, friends and church members in all basic elementary through college subjects. (ex. Algebra, Physics, Chemistry, Accounting, Statistics,English etc. ) Basically, if you have a book or instructions we can get a passing grade out of the class. I feel comfortable and I am qualified to tutor through Spanish II.
As a tutor, I review previous test, quizzes and work with the student to see where the "disconnect" lies. Most students are very capable, they just need someone to explain the material in a way they understand. Some students are visiual learners, ... read more

Anna K.

• Richmond, VA 23238 ( 13.8 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $49.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing

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My experience includes two years of full time teaching at the PreK level. I also have experience working with grade level students through practicums, student teaching, and substitute teaching. I have assisted teachers with middle school students during a summer technical program as well. I currently hold a M.S. in Education specializing at the Elementary grade levels. I also have a B.F.A. in Photography with a minor in Journalism.
My teaching style varies depending on the needs of each student. Because students learn in different ways, I feel it is important to start with a basic teaching method and evolve from there for each individual child and his or her level of learning. I feel that motivation goes a long way and that students should feel rewarded for any level of progress they accomplish.

Steven M.

• Concord, VA 24538 ( 14.6 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Accounting

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In addition to college instructing, homeschooling my seven children over the last 20 years has taught me that unflappable patience, a sense of humor that makes learning fun, and the ability to help the student learn and achieve in simple steps was vital to their success. Also, an atmosphere of mutual-respect fosters self-confidence so that the student can believe in their own success. I evaluate students in light of their abilities, individual learning style, and the level of their commitment to their own success.
In my over 25 years in the business world I often found myself in a position of translating complex business and financial concepts into simplified examples so that they could be understood by non-accountants. This experience and resulting skill easily translated for me into classroom instruction as well as one-on-one individual instruction. I am presently an instructor ... read more

Ann W.

• Richmond, VA 23229 ( 14.8 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $59.00 to $67.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Public Relations, Marketing, Finance, Accounting

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Teach it. Repeat it. Practice It. Discuss it. What went right? WHat went wrong? What did they learn. Egg Cartons and White boards are my favorite manipulatives. Often mistakes are the best teachers.
My father was my first math mentor. He graduated from West Point - and tutored his roommate John Saxon. John developed the Saxon method. The next influencer was Investigations - the math program used at West School in New Canaan, CT where I did my student teaching. That program taught me to do "break apart" math - which teaches math independence. I have done more substitute teaching at all grade levels - and often play "Mental Math" with white boards -which the kids love. They work in teams and get the adrenaline rush of beating the clock and the teacher. This methodology - has worked really well for AD&D kids.

Virginia B.

• Richmond, VA 23227 ( 17.7 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $58.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations, Marketing, Law, Finance, Communications, Advertising, Accounting

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My teaching experience includes: underwriting skills enhancement for professional insurance agents; tutoring for Sylvan of kindergarten-age students through high school seniors; and introducing the building blocks of reading skills and math skills to elementary age children. Learning can be interesting, fun, challenging and enriching. I find I can assist students by using my sense of humor; adapting to a student’s most effective way to learn (auditory, visual, contextual, etc.); and using my work experiences to help students make real world connections to abstract learning. I love seeing that flash in a student’s eyes because of something I did or said that allowed them to grasp the material we are studying.
I am certified to teach students of kindergarten age through the 6th grade. I taught all subjects including math, reading, history, science, social studies, etc. This ... read more

Kevin D.

• Mechanicsville, VA 23111 ( 20.2 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing, Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Advertising

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I am an Account Executive with Epitome Networks, a Richmond tech firm. I have more than 20 years of experience in business development and journalism, and I have worked at companies of all sizes -- from start-up firms to Fortune 100 companies. I have an MS in Mass Communications and a BA in English. I have tutored children and adults in English and French for about four years in my spare time. I love sharing my knowledge and helping others as a tutor, and I am fortunate now that my flexible work schedule allows me to continue this kind of teaching.
I am a patient, friendly, and fun individual. Like I tell my own children, I believe that teaching and learning is a two-way street. It's important for teachers to engage students, to help them discover, to guide them in their learning. There's a good deal of back-and-forth initially to determine a good learning program, and it takes con ... read more

Adrienne W.

• Richmond, VA 23223 ( 20.5 mi )
• Speaking Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Resume Writing

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As a honor graduate in counseling and psychology, I supported myself through undergraduate studies by tutoring with Richmond Public Schools. I've also taught an algebra readiness class through University Instructors as well as trained other tutors. I currently serve as a counselor supervisor at John Marshal High School where I review numerous reports and presentations for gramatical errors and superior content.
I love working with children and adults. However, my passion lies with elementary school students and adult learners. I am patient, understanding, and clear with my instructions and tutoring. I strive to make a difference and believe that everyone can learn.