Spelling Tutors & Teachers for Lessons, Instruction or Help in Walnut Grove, MS

I am a current College student. I have successfully completed numerous course in every area of study. I frequently tutor friends in areas they aren't as proficient in. My best areas of study are those of biology and English, but I am also well educated in math and social studies. I am a current business/pre-physical therapy major so I have a background in just about every field of study. I am very patient. I will work with each individual based on their unique learning style.

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I have worked with children throughout college, both in academic and nonacademic settings. I worked on a family literacy program at the Mississippi Childrens Museum, called Planting the Seeds to Read, which entailed teaching children literacy skills and coaching parents in literacy strategies for home. I teach at Canton Young Filmmakers Workshops every summer. I work with students on a hands on, personalized instructional manner. I teach study skills as well as subject knowledge.

$ 25.00

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Tutored Student Athletes at Mississippi State Univ. Tutored fellow students at Mississippi State Univ. Took ACT 5 times preparing for College Entrance Passed Praxis I and II (Social Studies Content Knowledge) on first attempt at each Received instruction at college level in English Composition, Algebra, and Trigonometry

$ 27.50

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I prefer inquiry based learning in which I utilize the facilitator and "personal model" methods to help students improve their independence, increase their confidence to explore subjects independently, and show them first hand how to comprehend concepts I've been a tutor for the past 8 years. I started tutoring/teaching as a college student, and I've loved every moment. It's so rewarding to see a student's growth in a subject area. I've provided Praxis and ACT prep to students as well as provided help for subject are state tests such as Biology and U.S. History. I love all math and science related subjects and excel at helping students relate to them.

$ 62.50

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I believe sometimes it is the teacher failing not the student. To become a Doctor we don't always have a choice. i was blind in my left eye and completed on a level equal to all other students. Now they call them special needs. I believe in cognitive dissonance is best way of knowing the retention is high. Repetition is not like having the knowledge of the empirical charts in chemistry and memorizing. A scientific method is used to achieve this by chemist. A degree teaches us "How to Learn" in any subject or later in "Work any Job. Executor of Mississippi Republican Advocate group for President Bush; Elected Mississippi Insurance Commissioner for Republicans Studied under teacher and author Dr. Sansing @ Ole Miss. I worked as an Insurance Broker for 20+ years as a Lloyd's of London. My expertise @ Ole Miss was additional graduate level Aquatic Microbiology. This is about the "Clean Water

$ 25.00

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Self-directed and motivated professional with twelve years progressive experience in teaching;qualified in motivational training, cooperative learning and retention strategies; able to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; advanced MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel skills; possesses strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills in highly visible and responsible positions.

$ 20.00

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I have taught a mixture of 9th, 10th, and 11th grade English over the past 4 years. Teaching is a second career for me and is something that I absolutely love! Being able to help children read, comprehend, and prepare their minds for the future is so rewarding. Much of my experience is in the state tested area of English, focusing heavily on grammar and reading comprehension. Reading is a huge past-time of mine and something that I heavily incorporate into my classroom.

$ 40.00

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Even though teaching is not my profession, I enjoy working with individuals and seeing them learn new concepts. I am easy going, calm and patient. My goal is to make learning enjoyable and create a desire to learn more. All students can learn if given the proper tools and environment. My 20+ years of working have given me the opportunity to gain experience in the following industries: public accounting, non-profit education, telecommunications, legal and banking. Some of the skills that I have acquired include: general accounting, auditing and taxes, budgeting, financial analyses and financial modeling. I also have directed my church choir for the past 20 years.

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I majored in English Literature and Humanities in college before changing majors to Paralegal Studies and minoring in English Literature. Performed duties as an Editorial Assistant in Humanities and in high school annual poetry and creative writing review. Also during my enrollment in a DOD high school my concentration was in Language Arts and Creative Writing. Currently write and perform poetry pieces and sell written songs. I prefer to demonstrate how to understand content. My tactics are deemed personal modeler as a teaching style. I deliver the content through demonstrating it. I act more as a guide or coach and show students how to do the tasks. Student participation as an important part of my lesson plans. Demonstrators often incorporate different learning styles into lessons.

$ 32.50

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I believe in getting a good education. I was in the Unites States Navy for 16 years. I joined the military right out of high school. I received my Certificate in Management, Associate of Arts degree, and Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Maryland College Park, Maryland while traveling and serving on active duty for my country. I have mentored and worked with many after school programs. I am great at teaching youth and adults alike in getting the best education and setting goals. I am always excited about helping someone learn something new and training them different methods of learning and retaining the knowledge. I believe that success comes through education. I believe that education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the World.

$ 36.00

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When I have "tutored" fellow colleagues and students in the past, I have learned that one must be creative in their teaching so that every person can learn in their own way. Creativity is the key to helping a person understand, even playful games have their place in teaching. I have always been a team player and have excellent interpersonal skills. Also, I will be taking the Praxis I tomorrow in preparation of teaching in the fall. *(In the above question on years of experience, the "20" years are of teaching/tutoring of colleagues and fellow students, not tutoring in a formal sense.) Through several college degrees, I have taken extra courses in English; I have enjoyed learning the correct way of writing, proper grammar usage, and how sentences are successfully crafted. The area of "words" fascinate me, and I have continued improving my knowledge of the English language over the ye

$ 36.50

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As an educator, I hold three degrees in education. I have earned a BS in Elementary Education, A Master's in Elementary and I also hold a Specialist in Elementary Education as well as a Specialist in Administration and Supervision. I have taught 29 years in the public schools system. During the summer month, I tutor children in my home or at the local library. I also utilized my expertise by teaching in the after school program. I have taught reading, math, Language Arts, English in grades levels K-8. I have worked with children one one, whole class instruction with given individualized attention when need. I also have worked with small setting of children at a time. It really warms my heart when I see that "Light Bulb" shine in a child's learning process. It let's me know that I have a made a difference in that child's life. Being patient, kind, and passionate,I have made a lot of "Ligh

$ 38.50

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As a student in the Bachelor's Degree program at Brigham Young University, I had the opportunity during cohort to teach for one month in a 2nd grade classroom and one month in a 4th grade classroom. Then, I had the opportunity to complete my student teaching in both a 6th grade classroom and a 2nd grade classroom. In addition, I have had volunteer experience teaching ESL students English in an elementary school. Finally, I worked at Mountainland Head Start for eight months teaching preschool to children from low income families. Throughout my experience, I have developed the skills to adapt lessons for many IEP students with special needs. I have also developed flexibility in being able to teach a wide range of students in a variety of settings. I am an enthusiastic teacher. I am passionate about what I teach, and I prepare well and research topics when needed so that I can be the

$ 37.00

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I have a passion in teaching and working with all children. I am an enthusiastic believer that all children can learn, but each is different in his/or her own ways. I am available to help your child find confidence in academic success. I am rather patient, easy going, and considerate of others. My goal is to provide the best education and understanding possible. I am a firm believer in teaching through discovery and in providing a constructive approach through learning. I believe all children can meet their full potential if they are given the appropriate surroundings and learning experiences. I do all I can to make a difference in all my students’ lives. As an Alcornite graduate, I was very much driven to the achievement of high level of excellence in education. I have earned a bachelor degree, B. S. in Chemistry with a Biochemistry concentration, which has enabled me to gain an

$ 37.00

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