Find Shafer, MN Chess Tutors For Lessons, Instruction or Help

William M.

• Minneapolis, MN 55421 ( 31.5 mi )
• Expert Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member since: 01/2016
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $28 to $45 /hr
• On-line In-Group
• Also Tutors: Chess

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Chess is one of my top subjects! I am a chess expert and experienced tournament player who has won state titles several times. I also have been teaching individuals and school chess clubs for over 20 years. Generally considered one of the best chess teachers in MN.

Prefer a more casual approach but can create lesson plans for more detail-oriented people.
I am near master strength (expert USCF) with experience handling students of all ages. Had a US under 8 champion as well as MN state champions under my tutelage. Worked with single students and groups over 20. I have directed summer chess camps and assisted in youth chess tournaments. Am working to achieving master status as well as improving my teaching methods.

Bai M.

• Oakdale, MN 55128 ( 28.6 mi )
• Experienced Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2013
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group

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Chess is one of my top subjects! I am an armature 2D Go player. If you want to learn how to play Go or want to play games in person, please contact me. I am NOT a chess player.

I am a professional Chinese teacher. Over the years of teaching Chinese as a second language (especially second to English) I have developed special techniques and pedagogy to help students learn Chinese efficiently and with a lots of fun. I will provide special learning materials for students free of charge.
My teaching style is intensive and demanding, and of course with patience. I will employ Total Physical Response and Multi-intelligence techniques to assist student to achieve his/her best Chinese proficiency in a reasonably short time. Let me know your need and let me help you reach your goals.

Jolene D.

• Chisago City, MN 55013 ( 7.8 mi )
• Experienced Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2015
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

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Empowering Students to Grow in Success

Substitute Teacher Science Teacher Tutored elementary through adult ages in all subject areas Enjoy sports and nature Successful in incorporating students individual interest in my tutoring style Teachers aid with Kids Church Care for toddlers under school age Experienced with curriculum of Mn. schools
Positive reinforcement Teach study skills and tips Reading in the content area

Jean F.

• Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 ( 24.5 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I have been a Substitute Teacher for the past four years. I teach for grades K-12, and assist in special education. I also taught English to students while I stayed in Thailand. I especially enjoy working with Elementary students. I love to see students grow and learn new things.
I love helping students learn new information. Having studied Psychology, I find everyone interesting, and love to learn what makes them "tick". I use this tool to help me better understand where a student is coming from, what motivates them, and what their needs are when it comes to learning. I strive to be available to my students in a way the serves them best in their learning style.

Dominique V.

• Woodbury, MN 55125 ( 29.9 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I have a natural talent for being a leader/teacher and have been complimented on my ability to reach out to youth. I like to teach through “hands on” approach, practice and problem solving. I love to see the children’s progress through time and their feeling of confidence when they have mastered a skill your teaching.
While in college I worked a number of years as an after school program classroom lead for two different school districts in the twin cities area. Additionally, during my years of Post College I have worked directly as a youth instructor in a number of scenarios. I have experience teaching Genetics, Horse Anatomy and Physiology, Equine Nutrition, and Natural and Biological Sciences.

David B.

• Saint Paul, MN 55106 ( 30.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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A Little Bit About Me...

As a graduate of the University of Saint Thomas, I have an English degree and am a few classes/credits short of a Business Administration degree. At Bethel University I pursued a Secondary Education teaching certificate. Seeing an opportunity to teach high school english in Texas, I pursued teaching and volunteer teaching while living and working in Texas. I have extensive experience in writing business letters, legal documents, and preparing and proofreading letters and documents in general on a day to day basis.
I love to learn and help others do the same, whether it is helping a high school dropout pursue and finish their GED or teaching and mentoring children and young adults in volunteer settings; I love to teach, but more importantly, I enjoy trying to find the best way or creative ways to help others learn, understand and grow as people. My teaching style would be descri ... read more

Chad D.

• New Brighton, MN 55112 ( 30.4 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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My teaching style is one of real life applications, fun, and making it understandable. For example, when discussing slope, we can study downhill skiing or rooftops. When solving equations, I approach it from unraveling a number trick. I prefer to coach students on how to approach problems, and design which questions to ask themselves, rather than memorizing a list of techniques whenever possible. My funny and outgoing style blends well with all learning styles and personality types.
10 Years of teaching Math experience at the Junior High and Senior High level. I taught Basic Standards Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and ACT Test Prep. Through my Master's Coursework, I integrated the Cognitive Tutor which was a computer program that assisted with the thought process in problem solving. Through the 5 years that I used it, students' interest in Math had rise ... read more

Robert S.

• Coon Rapids, MN 55433 ( 30.6 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $48.00 /hr

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A Little Bit About Me...

As a high school student, I began teaching Sunday School and continued throughout my college years. While stationed in the USAF in Alaska, I decided to pursue teaching as a career. Upon completing college with a BS degree in Mathematics with an education emphasis, I began teaching high school math and science. I have taught in five different schools for a total of 31 years. During that time I also coached many extra-curricular school sports teams. Now I am teaching ACT and SAT prep classes in various schools of the Minnesota area. I have thoroughly enjoyed helping young people over the 32 years I have been involved in teaching. It is very rewarding to watch my students grow up and become mature responsible adults.
As a teacher I have always desired to teach in a way that I know I am communicating with my students. My teaching style includes making eye contact with my studen ... read more

Terese N.

• Saint Paul, MN 55104 ( 32 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I strive to enhance the whole child. I believe in drawing out a child's individual and natural abilities to build a range of skills and assets. I find this approach assists the child with developing his or her own voice and perspectives in order to pertain to the task at hand. Through this approach, I find the child understands learning as a life skill that is applicable to life's issues and obstacles, and strives to meet goals with an adjusted love of learning. I strive to follow a long, short and daily goal sheet for each child and work as a teamplayer with parents, child and teachers to achieve the most beneficial results for the child's present and future. The sky is really the limit, there is always someplace to grow and achieve, whether through life experience or in academia.
Hello! I graduated from the College of St. Catherine and Macalester College (Major course work ... read more

JewelMzuri S.

• saint Paul, MN 55104 ( 33.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I taught for St. Paul Schools, District #625. I have been a volunteer with Volunteers of America as a reading and math tutor with students in grades k-3. I worked for at Higher Ground Academy in grade 1, while tutoring third graders in reading and math. then I was a Title I paraprofessional working to improve the Reading skills of students in grades 3-5. I believe that mastery of literacy in speaking, reading, and writing is extremely important for students of all ages.
Children have been my main interest for many years. I have an interest in children learning as much as they can. I believe that understanding and succeeding in Language, (speaking, listening, reading and writing) are the most important elements to all other learning. I have enjoyed working and seeing children become successful in their quest to learn. I differentiate reading to the needs of individual ... read more

Josh G.

• Minneapolis, MN 55413 ( 34.2 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 07/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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One thing I have learned in my many years as a tutor is that each student is unique. I try to be flexible in my approach. With grammar and mechanics, I have found that a directive manner is often the best approach; sometimes, however, students require clarification of ideas and organization, in which case I pose questions and share observations, rather than instruct. With reading assignments, clarification of thesis, organization, and vocabulary are usually most helpful. Overall, I try to be as student-centered as possible in my approach to tutoring, without sacrificing a commitment to high quality instruction.
I have a strong background in English, and am currently working toward a Master's degree at the University of St. Thomas. In addition to my strengths in academic research and writing, I have written solicitation letters and grant proposals for a nonprofit. I have tutore ... read more

Michael G.

• Minneapolis, MN 55454 ( 34.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2007
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I greatly enjoy teaching children at all levels. Through a variety of approaches and encouraging persistence, I believe children can gain knowledge of and proficiency in all subjects. A multi-disciplinary approach ensures a child's growth has both depth and breadth. I aim to teach in a way that develops the intellect and cultivates the character of my students so that they become critical and virtuous members of and contributors to society.
I became interested in tutoring during my three years of graduate study at Princeton Theological Seminary. Studying theology in my undergraduate and graduate work required me to invest strongly in multiple subjects such as history, philosophy, languages, politics and literature. This equipped me to tutor multiple subjects at various levels.

Parmanand J.

• Minneapolis, MN 55407 ( 36.1 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 07/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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During my time at the University of Minnesota, I have been employed at several different tutoring organizations. First I worked with K through 6th grade age children at Village Parks. While there my focus was to educate students in different cultures and languages, through games and physical activities. From 2001 to 2002, I worked for with Minneapolis Parks and Public schools to tutor high school age to adult students in basic scholastics abilities up to more challenging subjects. My most recent position was with Upward Bound, where I worked with high school students throughout the St. Paul Public School system. During my time there I was responsible for tutoring students in all subject matters up to post secondary classes. In addition, I thought college prep classes. Through these past experiences and my knowledge of mathematics, I feel I will make students succeed.
My tutoring st ... read more

David R.

• St. Louis Park, MN 55416-4063 ( 39 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I enjoy when there is a connection between educator and student, and that student is able to apply wisdom to solve problems, and ultimately succeed throughout life. Most students that have difficulty with class seem, to me, to not have confidence in their abilities or potential. I believe in always looking for something positive when tutoring, and to build from a foundation of hope. Motivation and an understanding of the joy and benefits of learning are elements I try to instill in students. I also understand that at times I am wrong, and, more importantly, that I can learn from my students. Respecting a student, listening carefully to their concerns, and grasping where there is a block to their learning are key to adjusting what and how to teach him or her. Great teaching involves great communication.
I have actually attended three universities,including Miami of Ohio and the Uni ... read more