A Ten Thumbs Tutor is Best for Parents Who Want a Lot of Kids

A Ten Thumbs Tutor is Best for Parents Who Want a Lot of KidsIf you're a child who has many friends and would like to have a few more, then you might want to consider going with a Ten Thumbs Tutor. A tutoring service like this will take advantage of the many technology innovations that have made it easier for teachers to administer classes, plus the popularity of online games has increased the number of children out there playing.There is no special software needed for this type of tutor, although it may have to be played through a simple web browser to access all the features, but the tutor should at least know how to use computers. If they don't, they can always find someone to train them, since learning through tutoring will provide the student with an environment that mimics a classroom atmosphere with its school uniform.One of the most important aspects of such a tutor is that they are more than happy to give free services to anyone who needs help. This means that you can use th e service at your own convenience, but you can't expect the services of a ten thumbs tutor to be done for you. It's also a great way to gauge the reputation of any tutoring service, because if they don't offer it, then you can look for another company to make a comparison.So, how do you find a good tutor? Well, it's not too hard to find one, as it's really a numbers game. You'll be able to find them on the internet by going to Google, but that's only half the battle, you'll need to look on some reviews to see how other people have rated them.Tutors can get a lot of positive and negative feedback from their clients, which is why they should be chosen carefully. A ten thumbs tutor should be well experienced in the field of education and the tutoring method used. You want to choose a tutoring service that is well-known and established, or else you may end up wasting your time and money. Make sure you check out the overall reputation of the company before you decide to hire them. Take t he time to look over some testimonials of users and check for any other complaints about the company. Make sure they have a simple to understand approach to teaching and they aren't just trying to fill their own quota by providing unnecessary information.A ten thumbs tutor will have their own website with their own company address and phone number so you can be sure you will get in touch with them if you have any questions or problems. Try looking for a company that uses no ads on their site and doesn't ask for payment until after you've used the service.

A new teachers perspective on teaching abroad

A new teacher’s perspective on teaching abroad Back in 2009, newly-qualified teachers were graduating in their droves, only to be greeted by a global financial crisis. In Dublin, Ireland, I was one of those teachers. Filled to the brim with enthusiasm, drive and passion to make an impact in my very own classroom, yet faced with the reality of unemployment and a serious lack of education funding in my home country. Like many a young teacher faced with a problem, I searched for a solution. That solution was discovering the worldwide demand for teachers as a result of the economic crash. There was (and still is) a drive for countries, organizations and individuals to upskill in response to an economic downturn. I decided to explore this opportunity and to leave home for warmer shores. Ten years later, I still haven’t returned. Here are some of the reasons why teaching abroad (whether for a short or long period of time) is the best thing you can ever do as an educator: Your bucket list will be never ending During my four years teaching in Abu Dhabi, I was in the perfect geographic location to access some of the coolest places on Earth. With the very generous holidays afforded to teachers, I was lucky enough to travel to Sri Lanka, Iceland, Oman, Zanzibar, Kazakhstan and even achieved a personal lifelong goal: visiting Nepal to see Mt. Everest in the flesh. As a teacher abroad, you will have ample holidays to explore and visit new places. The bucket list opportunities really are endless. Want to hear more first-hand stories from teachers in Abu Dhabi? Check out these posts fromAnchen and Lindsey. Impromptu lesson while on my holidays walking in the Himalayas. You’ll get out of that comfort zone Living in another country and culture will test you and push you outside your safe zones. Not only will you grow as aperson and learn an incredible amount about yourself - your strengths, weaknesses and limitations as an educator will also be revealed. The education system that we all grew up with and now work within is not the same as other education systems across the globe. Other countries have very different, and sometimes opposite approaches to education. In the Republic of Georgia for example, students are given more opportunities to explore practical skills, as well as the academic side of things, which reflects the particular needs of their economy and society. As a teacher, I learned a lot from this, and have brought elements with me from this experience. As part of this particular experience in Georgia, I also had to live with a host family, in a small town in the mountains. The challenges of living with a family who didn’t have much English, or electricity at times, served to build character and shifted my perspective on many previously-held ideas about the world. Lifelong dream realized - trekking to Everest Base camp! You’ll become more culturally aware I think we can all agree that the current global political climate seems to be emphasizing our differences rather than promoting what’s great about our diversity of thought and culture. The best antidote to this, in my opinion? Having the opportunity to experience living and working among other cultures. Over the course of my four years teaching in the public sector in the UAE, I was lucky to be able to challenge some of my own preconceived notions around life in the Middle East. Many things that I believed to be true, from the western perspective I was used to, were challenged. Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. I worked exclusively with local, Emirati children and their families. As a result, I gained some unique insights (that as a tourist I might not have experienced) into how their culture operates. I experienced communities and kids that were exactly like the small towns and communities I had grown up within Europe. These interactions really drove home for me how similar we all really are the world over. Through the nine countries I have been lucky to teach in so far (Australia, New Zealand, Georgia, Spain, Costa Rica, Indonesia, the UAE and Canada), I have also shared my own culture and background with the students and colleagues I’ve worked with. As a result, there are students in far-reaching corners of the globe that now know all about Ireland and Irish music (and probably speak English with a strong Irish accent!) On the Island of Bali, there are a group of teenagers who now know how to do the Riverdance. Forget about curriculum, being able to dance like Michael Flatley is a seriously important life skill. Bali, Indonesia: Connecting with local students through the magic of Riverdance! You’ll become a better teacher than you ever thought possible Needless to say, the valuable international experience you receive abroad will be in demand once you return home. Your experience with different curricula, different styles of leadership and approaches to education, will shine on your resume. During my time teaching in the UAE, I was lucky to be given the opportunity to be a head teacher for a year. In Bali, I had the opportunity to write courses and curricula for local teachers. In Georgia, I helped to train local teachers. All of these experiences have propelled me forward in so many ways with my career in international education. Simply put, now is an incredible time to teach internationally. Not only is there currently an acute shortage of teachers in many regions of the world, over the next four years estimates show that an additional 150,000 qualified teachers will be needed. It’s the only profession that I know of where the whole world is open for you to explore and where you can make a true impact. I mean, who doesn’t want their legacy to be teaching 50 Indonesian kids to dance the Riverdance? Psst: Before you go, have a read of our earlier post on where you can earn and save the most money teaching abroad this year!

Getting Your Community Service Credits

Getting Your Community Service Credits Community Service: Do Whats Important to You Community service used to be something that you could choose to do or choose not to do. It looked good on your college applications but wasn’t mandatory. That sounds like a nice option, right? Well, those days are long gone. Each one of you will have to meet a certain number of community service hours to graduate high school and enter college. Universities don’t want you to think of this as just another task that must be completed but rather a way that you can add to your community doing something that is really important to you. Choosing something that you are passionate about or is of particular interest to your community at large helps the universities you are applying to see how you could add to their community and can be a significant part of entering a college of your choice. Community service for teens can actually be fun if you choose something that you are curious about or have some interest in. You may also find that your personal entrance essay will be easier to write if you have a particular passion that you have some demonstrated experience in. Think about something in your community that you would like to change or something that is missing. It can be a large issue that many people are aware of, or something small that you want to shed some light on. You may also choose to focus on one of your passions or personal interests. Look to your hobbies to find inspiration when choosing exactly where you will spend your free hours. Community Service is Fun Like many things in life, community service can be a lot more fun if you do it with friends. Try getting a group together to volunteer at the same place on the weekend and then make a day of it. Check out some of these cool places that offer volunteer opportunities in Orange County, CA: If you run track and field or have an interest in sports or physical education, think about volunteering at a local race for charity. For example, check out the Orange County Registers Irvine Charity Walks List. Other races this year include the Dino Dash and the Memorial Day Half Don’t worry, you won’t have to run 13.1 miles to volunteer, just cheer on the people who are. Can you think of others? Please share with us on twitter! Cats Dogs If you love cats and dogs (who doesnt?), try getting involved with a local rescue group. Working with animals can be very rewarding and demonstrates care and compassion. Also, you may get to work with kittens and puppies, which means plenty of cute pictures for your Instagram. Below are to options to get you started: ARK located in San Juan Capistrano The Orange County Humane Society located in Huntington Beach Theres Help to Help You Help Maybe you haven’t found your passion yet. That’s absolutely okay because websites like Volunteer Match can help you find a short term commitment and try out a few different things. Searching for the right volunteer activity may end up being a great way to discuss how you found a topic or issue that really makes you want to add to or change. If you’re not sure what really interests you, try a few different things before making a long-term commitment to one cause. Regardless of what you choose, volunteering can be a great way to learn about the world and help you have a well-rounded college application. Add to the life of another and have fun! All blog entries are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at info@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal. One last thing, summer doesn’t mean an end to learning. In today’s competitive world of college admissions, it’s crucial students spend the next few months improving and catching up. What better way to do that than with a private summer tutor? We work with student’s schedules so they can still have fun. Teach.com

Teacher inspiration This years winner of the Global Teacher Prize

Teacher inspiration This year’s winner of the Global Teacher Prize “She’s like a hero to me. She really is.” These are the words used by a student at Alperton Community School in Brent, West London in the UK to describe his art and textiles teacher, Andria Zafirakou. Andria is not only a hero to this student, but to all of her students, to her colleagues, and to the community. She’s also the winner of the 2018 Global Teacher Prize. This prestigious $1 million US award is given out annually to a single teacher from anywhere in the world who’s judged to have made the most significant contribution to their profession. Having heard Andria’s story and understanding all she does to make sure every single one of her students reaches their full potential, we’re feeling pretty inspired here at Teach Away. We’re hoping Andria can inspire you, too. Here are some of Andria’s accomplishments at Alperton Community School that helped to define her as this year’s winner: Andria uses her role as an art and textiles teacher to communicate with her students in ways not bound by language and culture. This is imperative to a productive learning environment at Alperton due to the fact that approximately 35 different languages are spoken there and 85% of students speak English as an additional language. In a diverse multicultural neighborhood with poverty, gang activity and domestic violence, Andria goes above and beyond to protect her students. Not only does she personally accompany her students as they board their buses at the end of the day, but she works closely with local police and is acutely aware of any stirrings in her school’s backyard that could be signs of gang presence. She’s established a boxing club to provide students with an opportunity to grow their confidence and self-esteem, while staying healthy and off the streets. Andria leads the professional development charge at Alperton. In addition to constantly improving her own teaching skill set, she’s also taken it upon herself to provide opportunities for her colleagues to improve theirs. As a result, Alperton is one of only ten schools in the UK to earn the Quality Mark Platinum Award. For more on Andria’s incredible involvement at Alperton Community School, check out this video:

Do You Need A Babysitting Service?

Do You Need A Babysitting Service?Lansiing is a small town in Guangdong Province located on the mainland's east coast. In this small and famous area, there are many ways to obtain babysitting services by means of the Lansiing Grandparents Tutoring Program.Lansiing has an established and familiar babysitting service for kids. This program also allows you to learn about the issues of raising a child on your own. Because of this, a lot of people have started to do it by themselves. So, by paying fees for the tutoring program, you can learn more about raising a child on your own and you will be able to become a responsible and competent parent.The tutoring program includes practical experience for the students and it is different from those in other places. They all meet once every week, which is a very rare occurrence, because most parents in other areas do not have time to meet with their children as often as they would like. Instead, they prefer to send their children to babysitters, who can stay over and help their children with their homework or reading.There are many other reasons why the tutoring program has become so popular in the town of Lansing. Some of the factors include the advantages of being a mother and being trained at an educational center. Another advantage is that parents are able to help their children more effectively because they are able to learn the best ways of how to raise a child at home.Being a mom, you know that raising a child alone is hard. You will realize that your skills are great and that you can help your child as much as you can. The program teaches you everything you need to know about raising a child. It will enable you to get ahead in life because you will be able to spend more time with your child and you will be more confident in doing so.Parents can also experience a very interesting and amazing service that was built with the grandparents. During the time you will spend with your grandkids, you will be able to know more about their lives and their life in general. The program provides plenty of fun activities such as playing games and getting up and running. You will also be able to learn about the way your grandkids live and learn all about their school life.However, if you decide that this is not the right choice for you, then it is up to you to get a good babysitter from where you live and make sure you find a great service. Do not hesitate to ask your friends and relatives what they think of the babysitting service and if they have used one. This will give you a better idea of what you should do. By doing so, you will not just make it easy for you but you will also have a good place to go to when you want to have a good babysitting experience.

Chemistry Tutor Baths - Your Student Could Benefit From It

Chemistry Tutor Baths - Your Student Could Benefit From ItMany students who have not had any formal study at all, would be enticed by the idea of having a chemistry tutor bath. This could be one of the many great ways to boost their grades by being with a tutor. By having a chemical subject on hand, which they would need to take notes on, they would be able to think logically about the course material they are required to take.Nowadays, in order to obtain a chemistry qualification, it is absolutely essential to obtain a certificate or degree. However, this does not necessarily mean that a student will automatically qualify for a university degree. For the most part, the school they are applying to must accept that level.The hygiene of these students will also be looked upon as they have to get into a communal shower, thus having to prepare for washing, after class, as well as showering again. Often, they have to use the same equipment to wash up as their fellow students. Therefore, h aving a tutor to clean them up, could also be quite handy, especially for those students who are nervous about sharing showers with their peers.The only down side to the tutoring, is that there will not be enough hours in the day for them to complete the required number of lessons for the day courses. The day courses are usually long and require a lot of work from them, but the tutor bath could easily be able to meet the requirements.In fact, having a tutor's help in your student's bathroom could be rather helpful. This would definitely save the students, time, and money. Although the children's lessons would have to be completed, the tutor could still check off the task as completed for themselves.By having the assistance, they could still be able to turn around, finish all their daily homework, and then set off, just by getting to their destination in the morning. Not only that, but all the other tasks involved in preparing and taking notes could be finished whilst the tutor bath was taking place.A tutor can assist you in taking the course materials to be turned in, the preparation of all the lab papers, all the instructions on how to perform all the lab experiments and then the report can be completed, then submitted. This would be an immense advantage to all of the students. The tutor's help could prove to be very beneficial indeed.

How to Stay Active When You Work A Desk Job (Infographic) - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / How to Stay Active When You Work A Desk Job (Infographic) - Introvert Whisperer How to Stay Active When You Work A Desk Job (Infographic) The Rise of Sedentary Work Research from the University of Edinburgh has revealed that the average office worker now spends more time sitting down than pensioners. In 2019, many office jobs necessitate sedentary behaviour with employees looking at a screen for hours on end every day. Sedentary roles are on the rise, with physically active jobs now making up less than 20% of the workforce. The Dangers of Sedentary Work According to the WHO, physical inactivity is the 4th biggest killer of the modern world. In fact, health experts are now declaring that “sitting is the new smoking”. Medical studies have linked a sedentary lifestyle with a wide range of health issues such as weight gain, general unfitness, depression, diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Getting Exercise at Work: 5 Tips So how can you be more active at work? Here are five great ideas to get you started: One option is to switch your desk with a more physical-demanding alternative such as a treadmill desk, exercise ball, or standing desk? When possible, take the stairs instead of the elevator Rather than emailing a colleague, why not stroll over to their desk and talk to them instead? You could take meetings on the move West Wing Use your lunch breaks as an opportunity to take extra exercise by going for a walk or by going to the gym for a quick workout. Find Out More If your job involves prolonged periods of sitting, then you should certainly take a look at the infographic below from Hussey Fraser Injury Solicitors. This handy guide outlines the dangers of a sedentary work life and also provides some advice on how to incorporate more physical activity into your working day.

How to Learn Japanese Through Textbooks

How to Learn Japanese Through Textbooks What Are the Best Books to Learn the Japanese Language? ChaptersLearn Japanese with the 'Japanese Manual'Japanese in 40 LessonsJapanese for Busy PeopleJapanese For Dummies1001 Japanese ExpressionsIf you want to speak Japanese, you will first of all need  to define your own Japanese language learning project.How to learn Japanese is therefore a key question that you need to answer. There are a number of different methods for learning Japanese, but one of the most popular ways to learn basic Japanese is to get hold of a textbook.But before you dive straight into buying a book from Amazon, you need to know why you want to learn Japanese.Indeed, there is not much of a point getting into a 500-page manual if you just want to go to Tokyo for a few days, and only need to know some greetings and how to introduce yourself. For this, Japanese learning tools such as mobile or iPad applications (or a Japanese course) may be enough!You may not want to leaf through a Japanese beginner's manual if you already have a solid foundation in Japanese and your goal is to work in the land of the rising sun.But if you want to take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), you will need to learn the intricacies of Japanese grammar, and not just have a conversational level. In such a case, you will need a more substantial textbook to help you as you learn to speak Japanese.As you will have understood, your profile and your expectations dictate which method and manual will be best for you.This article will help you to understand the different methods of learning Japanese.Many people who have learned Japanese using these manuals point out that despite the fairly high price, the book is of exceptional quality and will allow you to make great strides in learning the Japanese language.  This is important for all beginners because Japanese writing is very complex for English speakers.Japanese in 40 LessonsTake the 40 Japanese Lessons Book with you everywhere--it's as light as a manga!Just as learning Japanese via an app  will focus on nihongo , books for studying Japanese will do the same. You will still be able to communicate with a native speaker, but nihongo is generally the form of Japanese learnt by any new learner as a second language, and therefore differs slightly from what Japanese people learn at school.This book has the advantage of being a paperback book and is much more transportable than some other options. It is for those who want to learn this new language on their own.And let's not forget why you may be wanting to learn Japanese to begin with!  Japanese cultural exports are exploding.  From anime to sushi bars, karaoke to manga, bonsai to origami, Japanese culture has become part of international culture.A knowledge of the language will give you direct access to Genki video games,  Japanese film, animations, and comic books.  Speaking Japanese will set you apart from the crowd. The majority of people who learn a foreign language choose a European language like Spanish, French, German, or Italian. Choosin g a less commonly learned language will pop out on your resume and differentiate you from the crowd.Also, Japanese is a stepping stone to learning other Asian languages, such as Korean or Mandarin. Like other Southeast Asian languages, Japanese is a highly analytical language, relying heavily on function words rather than extensive systems of inflection to denote linguistic properties.These languages also share a similar subject-predicate sentence structure. Though Southeast Asian languages are distinctly different among themselves, as a group they are clearly different from geographically more distant language families, such as Indo-European and Afro-Asiatic languages.From an organizational point of view, each of the 40 lessons is separated into four sections. For each lesson, you will also find themed exercises and  pages on civilization, Japanese culture, and  the history of Japan with beautiful texts on the Emperor, the Second World War, or the samurai.This is a very useful book if you are  preparing a trip to Japan and want to go further than just learning the basics as you can simultaneously study the language and culture.The grammar you will find in the book is relatively simple, so that you can use it in conversation and concrete examples.It is the same for the vocabulary and additional lessons, where you will learn Japanese words and Japanese phrases.Concerning writing Japanese and the Japanese alphabet, you will have access to 20 lessons in order to learn each kana:10 lessons to master basic hiragana and their variations10 lessons to learn basic katakana and their variationsBonus detailed Japanese lessons.The other 20 lessons will serve as an introduction to learning the different kanjis.The box-set, consisting of the book and two CDs with audio recordings, allows you to work on your written Japanese and refine how to pronounce certain words and other types of oral expression. In doing so, your ability to hold a Japanese conversation will improve dra matically.Why not go through the 40 lessons with a Japanese tutor via webcam?Or search for an online Japanese course here.to define your priorities and your learning objectives when it comes to learning Japanese. If the idea is to go sightseeing, spend a few yen in Kyoto or in the capital, your learning method is going to be different when compared to someone looking to work or study in Japan.You can figure out what method would be best via questions such as:What basic level do I have in Japanese (beginner, intermediate, advanced)?How much time can I devote to learning?How often am I willing to invest in Japanese lessons?What is my ultimate learning goal?These questions can help you find which book to guide you to:For a beginner or intermediate, and for someone  who is not necessarily in a hurry, your best bet is going to be the two Japanese Manuals as well as the Japanese Exercise Handbook, to complete the oral part of the learning.For someone wanting to learn expressions in order to communicate before going on a trip to the country of Mount Fuji, we recommend the pocket size Japanese for Dummies, or Japanese in 40 lessons.Finally, for someone who is fluent in the language, the Japanese Handbook remains a safe bet. You can become even more fluent thanks to the 1001 Japanese Expressions textbook, which will teach you some idiomatic expressions and allow for greater immersion in the Japanese tradition and customs.

6 Science-Backed Study Hacks for Learning Spanish

6 Science-Backed Study Hacks for Learning Spanish Suzy S. Learning a second language can be a difficult task. However, with the right study habits and a  drive to succeed, it can become a much easier, quicker, and enjoyable process. To help, we’ve rounded up six  study hacks that will prep your mind and body for learning Spanish more easily. Check out the tips below for ideas on the fastest way to learn Spanish. 1) Write your notes by hand. We know you’ve heard this seemingly outdated tip before, but it’s one of the best and simplest Spanish study hacks that exists. Studies suggest that you are more likely to recall information if you hand-write the information, because your brain has to focus on writing out the  actual words. So, ditch your keyboard or your iPad, and resort to an old-fashioned pen and paper. If you feel like you have to type your notes in lessons  in order to keep up with your teacher, rewrite them by hand when you get home to help you study and retain the information. 2) Exercise. This might sound like a weird tip, but a 2009 study showed that physical activity can improve brain function, learning, and memory. Try combining the two when you can by listening to a Spanish language podcast while at the gym. Instead of watching TV during a study break, take a jog around the block. Leading an active lifestyle will help you recall Spanish better. 3) Chew gum while you study. A recent study showed that those who chewed gum while they learned had higher accuracy rates when recalling information than those who did not chew gum. There is also a potential link between level of focus and gum chewing. So, the next time you’re struggling to concentrate, pop in some minty-fresh gum, and get back to studying! 4) Immerse yourself in the language. A 2012 study shows that students who immerse themselves in the language instead of only learning in a classroom setting are more likely to absorb it. Furthermore, the study suggests that immersion can help the brain process the language like a native speaker. Try speaking and writing in Spanish whenever possible to better immerse yourself in the language! 5) Say it aloud. This study shows that people who say information out loud  are more likely to remember it than people who read everything silently. This study also suggests that our brain likes to remember oddball information, so you should choose to say aloud the information that is most important, not all of the facts that you have in front of you. 6) Don’t stress; get some sleep. Even though cramming for an exam or your trip to Spain might seem like a good idea, studies have proven that sleep is more beneficial than extra hours of studying. Getting a sufficient amount of sleep in the days leading up to your exam or trip will help  you to better recall information. Heres a recap of all these Spanish study hacks in one handy infographic: Share this Image On Your Site pstrongPlease include attribution to TakeLessons.com with this graphic./strong/pbr /br / pa href=/blog/fastest-way-to-learn-Spanish-z03img src=/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/6-Science-Backed-Study-Hacks-for-Learning-Spanish1.jpg alt=6 Science-Backed Study Hacks for Learning Spanish [Infographic] width=720px border=0 //a/pbr /br / p So, whats the fastest way to learn Spanish? Youll find by using these study hacks, alongside the expertise of a qualified Spanish tutor, youll learn the language quicker than you might think! Good luck! Ready to start learning? Search for a tutor near you! Bonus:   Learn about the budget-friendly options for learning Spanish! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher