(137) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 12159
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Joseph
Positive and patient approach to develop effective learning skills
Learning has always been a great importance in my life. It is a skill that I love. Tutoring is an opportunity for me to teach that skill to students and development their passions for learning. I promote learning skills such as attention to detail, calm attitudes, and critical thinking. Once these skills are attained fact memorization and test taking become easier and more beneficial. As a substitute for the Albany City School District, I have gained experience teaching and managing class... Read more
Maria
Medical Student and Experienced SAT Tutor
I have dedicated a lot of my free time to tutoring children because I have received the same help when I was in high school. I am currently pursuing my Degree in Medicine and would not have made it this far in my education had it not been for some special tutors that had helped me along the way. Once I was able to pass on my knowledge to younger students, I knew that I would continue to teach and help for a very long time. It has been over five years and I am still enjoying every new student ... Read more
Laura
Licensed Social Worker
Hi! I am Laura & I am a Licensed Social Worker in the Albany area. I currently work as a Program Coordinator for a non-profit organization. I supervise four staff and work with individuals who are currently hospitalized for various psychiatric reasons. I enjoy guiding my staff and teaching them clinical skills. I graduated two years ago from SUNY Albany with a Master's in Social Work. In graduate school I really enjoyed writing papers and completing research. As a tutor I'd love to be able to... Read more
Ankur
I am a fourth year medical student applying into Urology.
Hello! I am looking to tutor students in USMLE Step 1 and 2 because I remember vividly the stress I went through trying to plan my own study schedule and gather haphazard advice from friends and mentors. I fortunately was successful in conquering both tests and doing very well in medical school, and hope to help you be successful as well! It makes applying for residency and going through the interview process much easier. I tutored Biology & Chemistry all throughout undergrad and have been tu... Read more
Elena
Enthusiastic AP Lit and Writing Teacher
Hello, I'm Elena! I graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor's Degree in English and my Master's degree is in Adolescent Education with a focus in English. I have experience teaching all high school grade levels, some middle school, and AP Literature. I currently work as a high school English teacher! During my Bachelor's, I was trained as a college-level, one-to-one writing tutor. It was this experience that sparked my passion for education. I truly enjoy working one-on-one with a s... Read more
Charles
Experienced Writer & Editor Will Teach ESL, Grammar & Writing
Charles Wagner is an experienced writer, editor, and communications professional who is available to teach English as a Second Language, English grammar. test preparation (SAT, TOEFL, etc.), and composition. He spent more than a decade as the in-house writer and communication strategist at a small, boutique advertising agency specializing in higher education. While there, he produced award-winning student-recruitment publications for a diverse array of client institutions, from Ivy League... Read more
Vatsav
PhD Tutor
Imagine if a faculty with a PhD from an Ivy League School was available at your door-step to tutor you through your hardest homework and test. That's what you would expect from my expert tutoring service. I am committed to not just my client's success, but also ensuring they reach their highest potential that they have to offer. My philosophy: I believe that tutoring is not just transferring knowledge, it's also mentoring and coaching: preparing the right state of mind to learn, to love th... Read more
Aspasia
English Professor and Experienced Tutor
Hi, I'm Aspasia! I am currently an adjunct professor at SUNY Albany, and I graduated with highest honors at Emory University in Comparative Literature. I love tutoring and teaching, and I've been doing both since high school. I have taught students from toddler ages to senior adults. I currently teach a course I've designed on short stories, but I've also worked in a Montessori school and two college writing centers. I've taught arts and crafts in high school classes and at summer camp, an... Read more
William
Experienced business professional
- $50 / h
- Schenectady , New York ( 12303 )
- 16 miles
With over 20 years of writing and marketing/communications experience combined with a degree in political science, I am interested in sharing my knowledge and passion for writing and interest in government/politics with others. Through my years as a former newspaper reporter, I developed a practical understanding of government in all its forms while sharpening my style of writing in a simple, straightforward manner. I have learned that an often overlooked skill in business today is the abilit... Read more
Will
Expert and Patient ESL and Spanish Tutor
- $50 / h
- 861 ratings
- Schenectady , New York ( 12303 )
- 15 miles
I was very fortunate to grow up learning both English and Spanish at the same time. I attended a bilingual program elementary, middle and high school in South America. When I graduated, I realized that teaching was one of my passions. Therefore, I started teaching English as a Foreign Language and American Culture to students of all ages and levels at an English Institute which used to be sponsored by the U.S. Embassy. I attended many TESOL annual conferences, monthly seminars and workshops i... Read more