Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving Akron, OH

Emerson said that the secret of education is respecting the student. I have the greatest respect for that part of the human spirit that is curious and wants to learn. I find that if students feel they are listened to and heard, this allows them to feel encouraged. When they begin to understand that learning can be fun, the whole process becomes exciting and joyful. We are all curious and like to learn.

...ages. It is my belief that knowledge is very much like a tree. Without a trunk and branches, there is nothing for the twigs and leaves to hang onto. As students progress through their studies, a solid conceptual core will be necessary for further learning. It is my goal to help my students to establish this core. As a student myself, I understand how frustrating school and standardized testing can sometimes be. My own experiences...

...Chemical Biology with minors in Bioethics and Sports Medicine while on the Pre-Med track. In college, I am apart of the Student Ambassador and Leadership Office, Camp Kesem and am Orientation Leader. I have a passion for science and enjoy teaching its wonders to others. In high school, I was also very interested in the social sciences and I like to keep myself up to date on current affairs. I want to share my love...

...to identify a specialty of mine because I have worked with students from 1st grade through high school on topics ranging from elementary science to trigonometry test prep, but my foremost strength is the three sections of the SAT. I have roughly three years of experience tutoring and last year taught a test prep class. My approach to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis....

...computer programming class, a paid peer tutor for physics, and, for three years, the treasurer of a Duke-based high school tutoring organization. I am very invested in my students' success, and nothing makes me happier than helping them to finally grasp a difficult concept. I know that every student learns differently, so I always start my tutoring sessions by first trying to learn what the student's strengths and weaknesses are. After allowing them to work...

...the school both in their classroom tests and on their standard tests. I've had particular success with closing the gender gap for my classes. On average, boys do 12% better than girls on their standard tests in science and math, but in my classes, there was no gender gap. All students did significantly higher than their school wide and statewide peers. I attribute this primarily to the ideas of teaching for understanding, using a gradual...

...various subjects ranging from math and science to SAT prep and language arts. My educational background includes an MPA in Development Practice from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, a B.S. in Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology, and a B.S. in Mathematics-Economics (both from UCLA). In addition, I have scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT, ACT, and GMAT exams and scored in the 95th percentile on the MCAT. I really enjoy...

...fulfilling to see a student improve on the ACT/SAT, making measurable changes and gaining confidence. I???ve always enjoyed math as well, and I enjoy showing students how math can be interesting and fun. My tutoring style is really student-focused. I very much strive to tailor my tutoring to each student???s needs, as every student is unique in their needs and preferences. I work towards full comprehension, talking through their thinking processes, and helping them learn...

...I have taught basic writing, ESL, literature, the research paper, and numerous other classes. My favorite classes were ones I designed for the Case Western Reserve University SAGES program, specifically courses on "Lies and Deceit" and "Spies." I have assisted students with test prep work for both the ACT and the SAT, and I have worked for several years in Writing Centers. I am especially adept at helping students overcome writing anxiety, and I have...

...University studying computer science engineering with a math minor. STEM education was very important to me in my own schooling and I believe every student should try to study STEM subjects. In teaching algebra, calculus, and physics, I like to go in depth with the material to ensure students really understand why the material works. There is a certain beauty in science and math and I encourage students to discover this for themselves.

...few years I have spent much of time time working on my public speaking/writing skills during my time in Speech and Debate. I am most passionate about math and current events, and I have a substantial amount of experience with almost all forms of standardized testing. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of...

...a variety of academic competitions to my students when I teach or tutor them, and I love the excitement of pushing students to reach and expand their potential, as well as the fun that comes from a student seeing a question a new way and understanding it on a different level. I know that education and brain-training are necessary for not just success, but fulfillment, in life. In my spare time, I enjoy crossword puzzles,...

I have a PhD in English Literature from Kent State University. I am most passionate about Shakespeare, Jane Austen, and any English literature. I also love to work with World Literature, Business Writing, and any kind of writing or composition skill. I have taught for more than 30 years and can help you with your project in the manner that best suits you.

...others I have experience with parent training, group home staff training, teacher training, behavior tech training, and supervisee training. Additionally, I am currently providing supervision for BCBA students who are studying to become BCBA's, tutoring on ABA concepts, and I have experience teaching ABA concepts to help disseminate the information in preparation for their BCBA/BCaBA exam. Fun fact! I am also fluent in German! I grew up a portion of my life in Germany, speaking...

I'm invested in growing the personal and professional ability of every individual to speak English well and be confident in it.

...a string of doubt in my heart as I feel in love with teaching/ tutoring through teaching science and the bible so I eventually gave up medical school and started working at a school as a teaching aide with no idea if teaching was the path I should be on or not. Lo and behold near the end of the year, my school offered me a position and opportunity to become a certified teacher and...

...banquet. It was not long before I returned to Kent to complete my Masters degree in educational leadership and then my principal as well as superintendents license. This level of study in graduate school provided its own challenges, but I embraced them all. I love to be in the classroom in whatever capacity, whether I am a student, a teacher or even as an administrator. The learning process is something that I have studied and...

I am an experienced educator with a proven track record of success! Patience is the key when trying to master new concepts and material. I will teach simple, proven techniques for all subject matter which has worked for decades with an 97% passing rating.

I have been teaching high school English for five years, and love helping developing readers and writers hone their skills! I have both my undergrad and graduate degrees in Education from the University of Dayton in Ohio and consider myself a lifelong learner! I believe learning should be fun and enjoyable as often as possible, and I am passionate about alleviating my students' stress and worries when they are faced with something difficult.

I am a rising sophomore at Case Western Reserve University studying engineering. I have taken most high-school level standardized tests, and have scored consistently above the 95th percentile. I have tutored small groups of students throughout high school, and also have experience as a private tutor. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy playing Ultimate Frisbee with my college club team.