Certified Tutors From Skidmore College

...any subject with the right teaching methods and practice. Nobody is inherently bad at something---they're just unfamiliar, haven't found the right way to learn yet, or both. My tutoring style is to guide the student to the solution in a collaborative way such that they feel accomplished and understand the core physical or mathematical concepts....

...the time since graduating college I have spent a lot of time thinking about the importance of learning and how much I have taken it for granted in the past. I would like to now help students realize how important and engaging the learning process can be while helping to give them tools to become...

...spent the last several months tutoring in my town to help students who are struggling with remote learning. My specialties are math, political science, and writing (I love editing papers!), but I can help in a variety of other subjects. I am a firm believer that education should be a positive experience so that students...

...am currently serving as an AmeriCorps literacy coach at one of the public schools in Boston. I decided to volunteer as a literacy coach after learning about the disproportionate impact COVID-19 has had on the educational attainment of disadvantaged children. My teaching experience has taught me the importance of establishing a caring relationship to build...

...learn from each other! I believe in the potential of Dr. Carol Dweck's "growth mindset," and strongly feel that any student can succeed at what they really want--if they have access to the right tools. My goal is to help students find those tools so they can use them effectively and independently in the future....

...music theory, and piano in the classroom for the past four years at the Elementary, Middle, and High School levels, as well as improv and sketch comedy for 6-12th graders and adults. I am knowledgeable and experienced in many subjects. Work with me today and I'll help put the fun back in learning!

...Spanish, and a double minor in Intergroup Relations and Honors Forum. I have been teaching for over 8 years, and love helping students see themselves as bright, creative, and intelligent individuals that deserve specialized attention. In my free time I love riding horses, playing with my dog, dancing, and traveling. I love to experience different...

...in Biology. Currently, I am pursuing a PhD in biology with a focus on ecology, evolution, and animal behavior. I currently teach at the college level intro Biology classes and have taught high school, and graduate students in biology, molecular biology, ecology, and evolution. I enjoy showing people how science can be engaging, fun, and...

...social sciences. In my experience tutoring, I have learned that meeting the needs of those seeking to learn and believing in their potential to grow is essential in fueling students and providing them with the tools for critical thinking and learning. I have learned that although I am an educator, I will always learn and...

...degree, magna cum laude, in English with a minor in Art History. I also received departmental honors for my capstone paper. In January, I will begin my Master of Arts in Public Relations at Johns Hopkins University. I mostly tutor in the humanities and social sciences, and I am very passionate about the value of...

...bachelor's degree is in Environmental Science from Skidmore College and my master's degree is in City and Regional Planning from the Ohio State University. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge about these subjects to interested students. I would describe my teaching style as very interactive. I want our work together to be a dialogue,...

...kind we have an open mind and not only can we interpret the world differently but we can attract different energies in this world. If you have a positive attitude and are engage which are kind gestures, you will have a blast learning and start to pick up on personal interests. I am all about...

...a growth mindset. I am an experienced teacher and tutor in grades k-10 and have experience teaching English/Literature, History, Science, Math, Grammar, Reading, and Writing. As an educator, I have successfully led over 100 hours of individual and group tutoring sessions in a professional school setting. My students have made profound academic and personal breakthroughs...

...school for 8 years. I enjoyed interacting with students and watching them learn. Teaching requires a lot of preparation, but the rewards are immense. It is satisfying to connect with students as they grasp concepts. I enjoy watching students gain confidence in themselves exceling in school. I believe education is important opening many doors of...

...former summer camp counselor, I have honed my ability to connect with students and cater to their individual needs. I tutor students across various subjects, focusing on English grammar and essay writing, with a particular fondness for working with ESL and ELL students. My teaching philosophy centers on adaptability; I believe in meeting students where...

...my school, helping underclassmen with their classwork in classes I've already done. Tutoring physics and math are my favorite since I love explaining the process behind the derivations of these fundamental equations. I strongly believe in education as a pillar of what makes a well rounded person in today's society and that fuels a lot...

...Education Studies, and additional focuses in Theater, Sociology, and Politics. I believe the most empowering learning experiences emerge from strong personal connections, which is why I am especially passionate about tutoring. In my main subject, Physics, I have had three years of experience as both a student and research assistant. I have had extensive training...