Anna V.
Private tutor in Seattle, WA
Education
Western Washington University, Fairhaven College B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies; Concentration Title: Political Economy, Microfinance & Latin America, Minor: Spanish Language
Experience
Tutoring offers a special chance to connect with someone's unique learning needs in an individualized way. I thrive on discovering what works for a student and assisting them find their strengths and confidence in a subject. My teaching style bridges creative approaches that spark curiosity and connect to critical thinking. I have had the privilege and joy to teach students from a variety of backgrounds and age groups within the U.S., Peru and Japan. I have professional experience in teaching ESL, EFL, Spanish, English writing and Art. In the U.S. I have tutored college students in academic writing, history, anthropology and political science. For a full list of previous experience, please see below: English Instructor, Japan 2014-15 -private and group classes -taught English as a foreign language [EFL] -Broad age range: mom and baby, pre-school, grade school, high school, adult - provided interactive curriculum including music, dance, games, art, storytelling, critical reading of current event periodicals, argumentative exercises, debate Tudor/Mentor, Private, USA 2009-present -Study-skills: time management, research skills, schedule organization, critical thinking -Academic Writing: argumentative, expository, narrative, descriptive -Technical Writing: resume, CV, graduate admissions statements -Project Development: grant proposals, mentored students through the process of defining a grant proposal and understanding its formal components -subjects: anthropology, history, sociology, political science, women's studies, Latin American studies Spanish Language Tutor, USA 2011-present -Conversational Spanish, beginner -Grammar, Reading, Writing, Speaking: beginner to intermediate - I utilize several mediums to facilitate learning including music, news media, literature, art and workbook exercises English Instructor, Peru 2009 Summer/2010 Summer - taught English as a foreign language [EFL] -groups [up to 12 students] and private classes/ ages 12 to 37 -beginner to Advanced: grammar, reading, writing, speaking -conversational English, formal/informal Art Instructor, Peru 2008, 2010 Summer -volunteered in several communities and orphanages teaching age-appropriate art to 3 - 17 years old -projects included the re-writing of Cinderella to promote empowering female role-models, self-portraits: exploring art movements and self esteem, colors without boarders: mural project; personal journals; heroes and villains storytelling in rounds; potato stamp art, learn to draw an animal a week; paper art: paper dolls, fortune tellers; ABC draw: A is for... Relevant Coursework: -Grant Writing & Proposal Development: 300 Fairhaven/student designed course -Peoples of Latin America: 365 Anthropology/WWU -Women of the Global South: 453 Anthropology/WWU -Economies of Latin America: 300 Fairhaven/student designed course -U.S. Latin American Relations: 417 History/WWU -Latin America 1492-1824: 273 History/WWU -Latin America 1824-present: 274 History/WWU -Latin America Women in History: 300 Classical Language/WWU
Subject Expertise
EnglishACCUPLACER ESLTOEFLGEDGREAP Spanish LanguageSpanishSpanish 1Spanish 2Spanish 3Spanish 4AP Spanish Literature and CultureLatin America HistorySociologyHuman GeographyIB Global Politics SLAnthropologyThe Modern WorldWritingStudy SkillsOrganizationKindergarten - 8th Grade9th Grade10th Grade11th Grade12th GradeHomeschoolSummer TutoringSociology
Availability
Any day after 9AM, Any day after 6PM
Can Meet
Up to 30 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
As a true Northwester I embrace the rain and enjoy hiking, bicycling, snowshoeing, canoeing, and any activity that involves appreciating the wonders of the natural world. I was born a horse enthusiast and whenever possible I will spend time riding and communing with these magnificent creatures. If no horse is to be had, I am always pleased to have the company of a cat or two. I have favorite dog friend too! Books have been my life-long companions. I like reading non-fiction concerning social and economic development and ecology. One of my all-time favorite activities is learning to play traditional American songs on the guitar with friends and eating homegrown meals from the garden.
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