Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Boulder, CO

...effective way I can help others. I have done a lot of tutoring work in the past working with students of all ages from the elementary to college level. I have a strong background in the sciences as well as other subjects. I also have extensive experience with test preparation. Tutoring is a great opportunity to connect with people and help them out, and I would love to work with anyone who needs some academic...

...office hours, which gave me the opportunity to guide students through the course and supplement their knowledge. This ignited my initial passion for teaching. I believe teaching should be "hands on" by involving the student through questions and promoting participation. One-on-one teaching especially should be less lecturing from the tutor and more input from the student. By using examples to clarify and solidify points, concepts can be fully understood and applied to other situations when...

...also about learning. As a passionate learner, I try to interpret the world around me, be that math, science, or why my garden behaves differently in Colorado than my family's in Nebraska. Early on in life, I loved numbers, patterns, and the problem solving nature of my parents' careers. This led to me enjoying math, science and engineering and turning those interests into a potential career. Using my passion for these subjects, I have tutored...

...years and have been tutoring for much longer than that. I have worked with all types of students with varying age ranges, mathematical capabilities, and learning styles. Math has always made sense to me, and I strive to help others gain that same feeling of understanding and confidence. I know that all students may not love math as much as do, but it is my goal to make sure no student fears math!

...Lawrence College and Oxford University have given me a love for the written word. I believe that writing is one of the most important skills that a person can have today. No matter the field, the ability to communicate clearly and compellingly is invaluable. In my tutoring, I focus on helping students identify the strategies that writers use to make their point. This way students can critically evaluate what writers are saying, as well as...

...with students scoring over 520, students just trying to break 500 and everything in between. Whether you need help with content or need help perfecting your strategy, or both, I have the skills and a ton of experience to meet your specific needs. Let's do this! In my free time, I enjoy hiking, playing guitar, DJ-ing and cooking big meals for my friends. I look forward to seeing how I can help!... Our tutoring sessions will...

...now and really enjoy it. It is a great way for me to solidify that material I know as well as teach others in a way they are inclined to learn! The subjects that I love tutoring the most are math (Algebra, Trig, and Calculus), Chemistry (Honors or AP), and ACT test prep! Last but not least, I love writing and have grown to enjoy it more over the years, so I would be very...

...and Thimpu, Bhutan working in a hospital. I tutor a broad range of subjects including exam prep for IB, AP, ACT and SAT exams. I firmly believe that everyone can succeed at standardized tests when coached in the right approach and given the tools to help them succeed. I have studied french extensively and spent time in both France and Switzerland. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling and spending time in the outdoors hiking,...

...at three after-school programs, a peer tutor for college French classes, an ESL tutor for both middle school students and adults, and a student teacher in two high school French classrooms. My goal is for clients to get to know themselves better as learners, to develop study skills so they can become independent and to become confident with the material. Every learner is different, so I try to find the methods and approaches that work...

...experience has taken me hiking through European forests to learn about Human Geography, camping on Mexican beaches to learn about sea turtle ecology, and teaching in Peruvian schools to solidify my Spanish fluency while helping young students improve their English. These experiences are why I am so enthusiastic about learning, and why I'm so intent on sharing that enthusiasm with others. In my free time, I love watching movies, hiking, camping, and reading.... I believe all...

...Ohio and will graduate with my M.D. in May 2016. During undergrad I tutored students in genetics, organic chemistry, biology, anatomy, and writing. I love anatomy and physiology! I tutor with a lot of encouragement, quizzing, and repetition of key concepts. Learning anatomy is like learning a new language and it is a fun challenge! In my spare time I enjoy hiking, reading, and baking. I'm looking forward to getting to know the Rocky Mountain...

...passionate about helping students improve their standardized test scores as they prepare for college. Improving SAT and ACT scores can really open doors to admission and scholarships at great schools! Currently I am a graduate student studying social work at the University of Denver. In my spare time, I can be found curled up on the couch with a good book, skiing, hiking, or cheering on my favorite sports teams with friends.

...test preparation with high schoolers. I spent time in college helping friends and classmates fine-tune extensive thesis papers, edit personal statements for graduate-level programs, and yes, even spelling and mechanics! As I am sure you have noticed, my passion and experience rests in tutoring reading and writing. I love writing, and I truly believe that everyone is capable of putting together a great novel, a smart essay, a concise speech, or a well-written screenplay. These...

...find that I am the most comfortable with this subject and that my expertise can come in handy to others. I strive to be a tutor who is comfortable with different learning paces and techniques. I want to adapt to my students to provide the best learning experience for both parties. Outside of school, I enjoy outdoor activities such as snowboarding, hiking, and playing football. I also enjoy movies and playing video games.... No matter our...

...wilderness as possible. Along the way Ive certainly cultivated the skills and experience of an outdoorsman; but more importantly, Ive benefitted directly from the therapeutic value that intentional time spent in nature affords. My 2013 thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail offered the most concentrated period of emotional and spiritual growth Ive experienced to date. The walk from Georgia to Maine took six-and-a-half months and spanned over 2,100 miles. My immersion in the woods allowed a...

...Residency - an intensive, year-long teacher preparation program. Including my residency year, I have taught 3 years of middle school math at a Denver Public School. Before becoming a licensed classroom teacher I spent three years as an associate program director for one of the most successful test prep companies in the Washington D.C. area. Over these years I taught courses on every SAT and ACT subject, including SAT II in Mathematics, and also took...

...in Bioengineering, I have been assured that it is well worth the effort to find, cultivate, and even celebrate everyone's innate talents and learning style. I want all my students to feel like they are heard and that information is being presented in a way that is right for them. Communication is key. School and standardized tests can be stressful. Trying to make your brain work in a way it doesn't want to only makes...

...given me another kind of education, broadening my perspective and deepening my understanding of the world. I have taught in Hawaii, where I was born and raised, as well as in Singapore and Jordan, where I taught and learned from students from all over the Middle East and Asia. Learning goes hand in hand with teaching, and as much as I love learning, teaching has been the joy of my life. As a high school...

...in 1980. I enjoy astronomy, photography, birding, geocaching (ask me!), reading, and exercise (especially racquetball). I generally like the outdoors, except in the summer, when it is too hot and I like to dabble in computers as well. I did some tutoring in college, and then worked with a wide range of private clients as well as with another private tutoring company. I currently tutor Mathematics up to Algebra 1. I love working one-on-one with...

...challenges of real world applications. My background allows me to offer more than just a study session to someone who wants to take charge of their success. I like to build a framework of tools that students can use for their entire career, and I offer new ways of looking at old ideas. I hold a Master of Science in Physics, a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics, graduate studies in Aerospace Engineering, professional...