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Allison McBride
Tutor, Teacher, Instructor
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Hello! I have an extensive background in English literature and all aspects of writing; I am available for tutoring, mentoring, and workshopping. I have expierence in political science, history, and social studies, and I can help with homework questions. I have a relaxed style that puts students at ease and I encourage questions! I am doing all sessions virtually.
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Curtis Eames
Tutor, Teacher, Instructor
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Featured Review: Great Tutor with extreme patience and creative thinking!! "Curtis is extremely patient and did an incredible job connecting with my daughters. He is very thorough and easy to work with and goes out of his way to be available when needed. He has a well-structured approach that considers their individual needs. He explains problems clearly, quickly identifying where help was needed most, and developed constructive strategies for success. They both really enjoy him and actually look forward to their SAT review sessions! We are very happy with our choice of a tutor!"
-Cheryl W
About Curtis E:
Within the first two weeks of his sophomore year at Phillips Academy, Andover, Curtis was one of the few students to pass out of the year-long Competence (in writing) requirement. He then continued to stand out in all the English classes meant for juniors and seniors, often receiving the only A+ in the section. Curtis caught the acting bug in college and graduated with a degree in Performance Studies from Northwestern University. Ultimately, however, he felt the pull towards the greatest show on Earth: education.
Apart from teaching and tutoring English standard and honors classes at Somerville High School for seven years, Curtis also teaches SAT and ACT Prep, MCAS, theatre, and public speaking. In his time there and with other organizations, test scores and rankings have skyrocketed.
As a tutor and teacher, Curtis works to student strengths while developing areas that need improvement; he is a firm believer that every student can learn. A literature analysis and writing stickler, he works hard to improve skills and ensure college readiness. Curtis' energy and sense of humor make his sessions popular- he portrays academics in a fun light, akin to what he calls the "mental and spiritual gym" where one learns how to learn while maintaining a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
When not working in education, Curtis continues to pursue acting and is currently penning two screenplays. He loves tennis, guitar, cooking, travel, and, most of all, making his wife and kids giggle.
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Madison Thurber
Tutor, Teacher, Instructor
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Hello, prospective student! I have 3 years of online and in-person experience teaching people of all ages! Whether you are learning the basics of the English language, improving your grammar, writing an essay, or working on your resume, I am here to help you through a conversational and interactive approach. My professional experience involves utilizing evidence-based training that focuses on speaking, listening, reading and writing. I excel at individualizing lessons to suit your personal needs. My passion is creating a fun and friendly learning atmosphere that will help to build a stronger confidence n your English skills. I graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (emphasis in English, minor in Sociology). Recently, I moved to Boston, MA to pursue further education. I love landscape photography, Elvis Presley, writing, attending the theater and teaching English. I can't wait to meet you soon! Sincerely, Madie
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Olivia Smith
Tutor, Teacher, Instructor
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I am a trained tutor with a BA in Written Arts and Classical Studies, and 4+ years of experience tutoring students of all ages. I work particularly on supporting students as they develop writing, reading, and studying skills. In my work I meet students where they are in their academic process and collaborate with them to build achievable goals. I work to change student outcomes--not just the grade on one paper or test; this work is not simply editing, but rather engaging with the roots of students’ academic struggles and joys and building up from there. I believe in supporting students as they interrogate their own academic processes and their own ideas--and do this by leading them through rounds of Socratic questioning, free writing, and showing examples of model work. I have worked at the Bard College Learning Commons as a tutor for over four years, where I have been a peer tutor and Writing Fellow. I am also TESOL certified and have worked at Bard College as an ELL specific tutor. Through the Bard Prison Initiative, I have gained experience working with "non-traditionally aged" students. I am now employed by Bard College as the Tutor Coordinator, a job that allows me not only to tutor, but also to support, collaborative with, and hold training workshops for the undergraduate tutors at the college.
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Karin Gambaro
Tutor, Teacher, Instructor
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Special education, special needs, reading, language arts, elementary math, basic math and essay writing lessons in Red Hook, NY