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Amanda G.

Private tutor in Austin, TX

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison - BA, Legal Studies / Sociology , The University of Texas at Austin - MA, American Studies

Experience

I graduated from the University of Wisconsin at Madison with a BA in Legal Studies and Sociology. My focus was on qualitative methodologies. I became a project manager for a company that specialized in software for the medical industry. Later, I worked as a case manager for an arbitration firm located in Washington D.C. As a doctoral candidate I teach courses at the University of Texas - Austin to promote analytical skills, critical thinking, and reading. I help my pupils develop good communication skills and other skills that will help them succeed in their chosen fields. I began tutoring in high school, helping my fellow classmates who were first generation immigrants and from poorer communities. I teach ESL students. I think one of my advantages as a teacher is my ability to find the student's level of learning and proceed from there. My belief is that learning must be available to all. I am an enthusiastic and encouraging teacher and I strive to help each student attain their potential and their goals.I tutor in math from elementary math through algebra 1 and geometry. I also tutor in literature, essay writing and editing for all grade levels including college, sociology, social studies, and English. I teach AP classes such as US government and English literature. I do teach additional subjects, including test prep for the SAT.

Subject Expertise

Anthropology AP English Language and Composition AP English Literature and Composition AP United States Government and Politics AP United States History Arithmetic College Essays Elementary Math Elementary School Math English Essay Editing Executive Functioning GED Government High School English High School Writing History IB Social and Cultural Anthropology HL Learning Differences Literature Middle School English Middle School Social Studies Middle School Writing Other Social Sciences Social Studies Sociology Study Skills Study Skills and Organization Test Prep Writing

Availability

Weekdays at any time, Weekends at any time

Can Meet

5 miles at my regular hourly rate

Hobbies

["animal rescue","the beach","documentary film","gardening","golf","reading/writing","rock climbing","tennis"]

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