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Karin J.

Art, English, and Social Studies tutor for all ages

Plano, TX (75075)

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Hourly Fee $40.00
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I am a dedicated, caring and patient individual with a passion for the subjects I teach and a strong desire to light that passion in the minds of the students I tutor. I believe that passion, along with patience and the ability to approach the subject in the way that best meets the student's needs, are what make me an excellent tutor. I tutor students in English (reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary), Art (drawing, painting, mixed media), digital art and photo manipulation (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop), and Social Studies (history, geography, anthropology, archaeology).

I graduated cum laude from Bryn Mawr College and went on to pursue graduate studies at the University of Michigan. I have a Master's degree in Anthropology with a specialization in Archaeology. As a graduate student I received a National Science Foundation Fellowship and a Fulbright Scholarship. In addition I am a bit of a word nerd, with a strong love of language and 10+ years writing professionally in a variety of subjects. I am accomplished in both traditional and digital art, including drawing and painting (oil and acrylics), and the Adobe Creative Suite software programs.

I have experience teaching students of many ages, from 6 years old and just learning to read to undergraduates struggling with writing term papers. I believe all students are capable of mastering the subjects I teach, and I will try different approaches until they attain that mastery. I bring commitment and a positive attitude to all tutoring jobs, and I love watching my students skills and confidence increase.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Karin's Subjects

Art:
English:
Computer:
  • Adobe Illustrator,
  • Adobe InDesign,
  • Adobe Photoshop,
  • desktop publishing,
  • Dreamweaver,
  • Microsoft Publisher,
  • photography
History:
Elementary Education:
Corporate Training:
Homeschool:

Grammar

I am a word nerd: the kind of person who gets excited about Latin and Greek roots, understands (and uses) the subjunctive, and can't encounter a word I don't know without running to the dictionary--well, these days it's more likely to be Wiktionary. English grammar is a beautiful system of interrelated rules. Once you understand the system, you can use it to bring a natural grace and professionalism to your speech and writing.

But words and grammar are the mechanics of reading and... Read More

Reading

I am a word nerd: the kind of person who gets excited about Latin and Greek roots, understands (and uses) the subjunctive, and can't encounter a word I don't know without running to the dictionary--well, these days it's more likely to be Wiktionary. But those are the mechanics of reading and writing. I also believe that everyone, child or adult, can find joy in reading and creative expression in writing. You don't have to be a word nerd to appreciate the new worlds that reading opens or the success... Read More

Writing

I am a self-described word nerd, who delights in a well-turned phrase or strongly composed paragraph. I am an old school grammarian with 10+ years of professional writing in technical, marketing, and academic publications.

English

I am a word nerd: the kind of person who gets excited about Latin and Greek roots, understands (and uses) the subjunctive, and can't encounter a word I don't know without running to the dictionary--well, these days it's more likely to be Wiktionary. But those are the mechanics of reading and writing. I also believe that everyone, child or adult, can find joy in reading and creative expression in writing. You don't have to be a word nerd to appreciate the new worlds that reading opens or the success... Read More

Drawing

I am an accomplished traditional artist, trained in classical European methods. I have been drawing and painting virtually all my life, and have studied methods of teaching art to children. I have a firm grasp of perspective, tone, shading, and color theory. I work with graphite, charcoal, pastels, and colored pencil, and believe that teaching art, at its core, is teaching the student to draw what they see, rather than what they think they see. Anyone can learn to draw--they just need to release... Read More

Painting

I am an accomplished traditional artist, trained in classical European methods. I have been drawing and painting virtually all my life, and have studied methods of teaching art to children. I have a firm grasp of perspective, tone, shading, and color theory. I paint with oil and acrylics, but primarily use acrylics in teaching, because of the flexibility the quick dry time offers. I believe that teaching painting, at its core, is teaching the student to paint what they see, rather than what they... Read More

Anthropology

I hold a BA and an MA in Anthropology. The BA is from Bryn Mawr College, the MA is from the University of Michigan. In addition, I completed all PhD coursework for a doctorate in Anthropology, but did not complete the dissertation.

Archaeology

I hold a BA in Anthropology from Bryn Mawr College, where I specialized in Archaeology (a sub-discipline within the Anthropology department). I continued my studies at the University of Michigan, receiving my MA in Anthropology/Archaeology, and continuing with PhD studies.

Desktop Publishing

I worked as a technical writer for 5+ years, producing product manuals and training manuals. I've worked in marketing and publicity for theater groups, producing brochures, advertising, and playbills. I'm competent in InDesign, including interactive features, Publisher, MS Word, and Apple Pages.

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