Ruben Stepanian
Providence,RI
Summary
Dedicated tutor with the National Honor Society, adept at fostering student engagement and collaboration. Leveraging patience and creative problem-solving, I enhanced academic performance through tailored support and effective homework assistance. Committed to motivating students, I cultivated a growth mindset that empowered learners to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Offering compassionate and adaptable approach to teaching, ready to learn and grow in collaborative educational setting. Brings solid understanding of subject matter and effective communication techniques to facilitate student learning. Ready to use and develop instructional skills and problem-solving abilities as a Curious Cardinal.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Brown Refugee Youth Tutoring & Enrichment (BRYTE)
Brown University
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed customized lesson plans addressing diverse student learning styles.
- Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions, enhancing comprehension and retention of course material.
- Mentored a high school student, fostering academic growth and confidence in subject matter.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments to tailor instructional strategies effectively.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Tutored 3 hours a week per week
Volunteer
National Honor Society, NHS
08.2021 - 06.2025
- Maintained accurate records of volunteer hours and activities, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts, enhancing financial support for scholarships and community projects.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- 100+ hours of volunteering
Tutor
National Honor Society, NHS
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted students in mastering challenging concepts through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment, encouraging student engagement and participation.
- Coordinated study groups, enhancing peer collaboration and knowledge sharing among students.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- 10+ hours of tutoring per month.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies
Tarzana, CA06-2025
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative thinking
- Collaboration and teamwork
- In-person tutoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Student motivation
Accomplishments
- Helped students achieve significant improvement and overcome previous struggles in subject areas
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Armenian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Full Professional
Timeline
Brown Refugee Youth Tutoring & Enrichment (BRYTE)
Brown University
09.2025 - 12.2025
Volunteer
National Honor Society, NHS
08.2021 - 06.2025
Tutor
National Honor Society, NHS
08.2021 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies