Creative Writing Tutors in Penn Hills, PA
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Oberlin College - BA, English, Hispanic Studies, Creative Writing , Loyola Marymount University - MA, Reading Instruction
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I also discovered that people learn best when they understand how the material relates to other important things . Learning then becomes something more than just memorizing . When not spending time tutoring, I love to read, hike, and run with my dog . I have the experience...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - BA, English Writing , University of Brighton - MA, Performance and Visual Practices
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I see teaching as a means of sharing, and my approach is a reflection of my own experience, knowledge, and areas of interest. Education, formal or otherwise, represents a?growth opportunity, and I plan to take advantage of that opportunity throughout my life . When I'm not...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelors, Speech and Hearing science , University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus -...
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I've taught for 15 years in all subjects, grade levels, and levels of ability . I've learned through this experience how to maximize the potential of my students by adjusting my approach and utilizing different teaching methodologies . I encourage students to develop...
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University of Southern Indiana - BA, English , University of Pittsburgh - MFA, Poetry
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I can gauge what teaching approach to use and keep an open and friendly learning environment where students feel respected, engaged, and heard . I can spark their interest in many ways and ensure students complete assignments.Also, I retrace steps to understanding so the...
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George Fox University - Bachelors, English and Literature , Chatham University - Masters, Creative Writing
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I am currently working as a teacher, a writer, and as the editor in chief for an online publication . My two passions in life are writing and education, which is why I've been teaching college-level English for the past 11 years . Being able to communicate effectively is...
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Earlham College - BA, Biology & Environmental Studies
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I want to get a PhD. I plan to study Ecological biology . While I love studying English and science topics, I also love to tutor geography, Spanish, and art.When I'm not teaching, you can find me rock climbing . I also love to learn as much as I can about bees .?? 10th Grade...
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Wittenberg University - Bachelors, English , Chatham University - Masters, MFA Creative Writing
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I want everyone to develop a strong sense or writing, no matter what their life plans are . For this reason, I focus on working with the student to help them improve their papers, rather than making suggested edits for them . I earned my bachelor's from Wittenberg...
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Smith College - Bachelors, English Language and Literature , CUNY Brooklyn College - Masters, English Teacher 7-12
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I believe every student has their own unique gifts of humor, personality, and creativity . I worked a lot of different settings as an educator, and I've had the opportunity to meet with students of many different ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds . I believe every...
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Penn State Main Campus - B.A., Speech and Rhetoric , University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - MSW, Social Work
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My philosophy of tutoring and teaching is that the goal should be to grow?the student's body and mind . They should become self-confident, balanced, and critical thinkers . Gaining knowledge is a secondary goal . I understand first hand some of the challenges with learning,...
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Texas Christian University - Bachelors, Environmental Science
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I attended Texas Christian University for my bachelor's degree in environmental sciences . I then went on to the University of Pittsburgh where I earned my certificate to teach elementary education . I have 26 years of experience in education, including teaching special...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English Writing , University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Master of...
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In the writing center, I assisted freshmen through graduate students across a wide range of disciplines . Good writing skills are a key element in the success of any student, regardless of subject area . Later, I held adjunct teaching positions at Jefferson Community College...
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Edinboro University - Bachelor in Arts, Specialized Studies , Chatham University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
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I have been an instructor at the college level in English, English as a Second Language, and Visual Arts, and tutored essay writing travel writing, poetry, ESL, and college preparation skills to middle school, high school, and collegiate students . Two years ago I left the...
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West Liberty University - Bachelors, English Language Arts 5-12 , West Virginia University - Masters, Severe Multiple Disabilities
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It is my strong belief that a student needs to feel powerful and confident to be able to succeed . As a teacher and tutor, it is my duty to equip them with the tools and techniques they will need to become successful life-long learners and productive members of society . I...
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University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing (with focus on Fiction), May...
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Higher Achievement, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, September 2013?May 2014 On a weekly basis, serving as mentor to fifth- and sixth-grade students in after-school program at Westinghouse High School in Homewood section of the city . Chatham University, Pittsburgh,...