Lauren F.
Private tutor in Brooklyn, NY
Education
- University of Southern California, Ph.D in Media Arts (School of Cinematic Arts). - Swarthmore College, BA in Philosophy with Highest Honors
Experience
I tutor students from 6th grade to the undergraduate level in three subjects: - French language, conversation, and culture - writing, reading comprehension, literature, composition, and critical thinking skills in general, whether a student needs help for a course, SAT prep or college admissions essays. - as a film and media artist, I also teach animation, video production and graphic design. I have personal experience navigating the competitive process of academic applications. I graduated from Swarthmore College in philosophy with highest honors and just completed a Ph.D at the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts. I scored in the 99th percentile of the verbal section of the SAT. I've also been the recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship to conduct research on globalization in Russia. I have four years of experience as a graduate instructor for undergraduate courses in media studies, literature, and media technology. I am a native French speaker who grew up in France and has completed doctoral research in French philosophy and art. I also have extensive experience working with students to improve the writing, textual comprehension, and argumentation skills that form the foundation they need to succeed in all academic disciplines. As a media artist and filmmaker, I have a wide range of software and media production expertise that I would love to impart to aspiring storytellers and designers, as well as to students seeking to gain a competitive edge with enhanced presentation and communication skills. As a dedicated tutor, I aim to develop students' self-efficacy as lifelong learners and achievers not only by delivering specific knowledge but also by working with them to build the time management and self-motivation skills that are crucial to their success in college and beyond. I believe each student has his or her own specific blend of talent and interests, which the individual attention of a tutor can help sharpen and bring into focus. Together, we can identify and solve academic difficulties as they emerge.
Subject Expertise
GRE Verbal ReasoningWritingWorld LiteratureTest PrepStudy Skills And OrganizationSAT VerbalSAT Subject Test in French with ListeningSAT Subject Test in FrenchSAT Critical ReadingPSAT Writing SkillsPSAT Critical ReadingPhilosophyOrganizationIB Extended EssayAP English Language and CompositionGRE VerbalGRE Analytical WritingFrenchEssay EditingEnglishDigital MediaCreative WritingCollege EssaysAP Studio Art: 3-D DesignAP Studio Art: 2-D DesignAP French Language and CultureAP FrenchAP English Literature and Composition
Availability
Weekends after 9AM, Monday after 9AM, Tues/Thurs after 9AM, Friday after 9AM
Can Meet
Up to 1 hour away for no additional charge
Hobbies
I write short stories, I create art installations, and, whenever possible, I have dinner parties with Francophone friends!
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