Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving Dayton, OH

...I believe every student has the potential to learn anything, no matter what setbacks they may have. I am here to help guide them past their obstacles. I consider myself intellectually curious, easily adaptive, and responsible. I care deeply about helping people, and I seek to be patient and compassionate in all my interactions with other people. Reading has always been a source of joy to me. I can still remember when my father first...

...an answer, and understanding context clues. I have an extensive background in etymology and Latin and can help students learn to decipher unfamiliar words. With regards to writing, I am equally comfortable emphasizing essay composition techniques to enable excellence in timed-writing scenarios, or guiding students to develop their own unique voice as a writer. The subjects that I enjoy digging into the most are english and history. I firmly believe in the interconnectedness of everything,...

I am a Full time Paraprofessional in the area school district. I love what i do. I have tutoring experience with grades K-12 on each subject area. Currently I work with grades 4th and 5th. I am a single parent of 2 boys ages 3 and my nephew is 7. I am excited about tutoring. Education is everything to me and I am the type of teacher who thinks that learning should come natural!

My mission as a tutor is to help others succeed. I will do everything possible to make sure students have a deep understanding of the concepts they need help in. I always review topics beforehand in order to better explain them to students.

...to make learning entertaining. I have a B.S. in 7-12 grade Education with an English Language Arts concentration, and an M.A. English with a Teaching Concentration. I have 6 years of experience as a classroom teacher in grades 7-12, 3 years experience as a teacher or tutor at the college level, and 1 year experience as an ACT/SAT test prep tutor in an expensive tutoring center. In addition to all my experience and training, I'm...

I am an experienced math/physical science/computer science tutor. I am committed to ensuring my students gain the knowledge and problem-solving strategies they need to excel at the covered subjects.

...algebra I & II, geometry, pre-calculus, statistics, reading & vocabulary, English literature, chemistry, biology, and study skills), and college students (math, statistics, accounting, economics, pre-calculus & calculus, and study skills). I understand the desire to see your child succeed and the frustration of seeing your child struggle. I have a passion for helping students feel better about themselves and about learning. Seeing students I've worked with build their confidence and enjoy learning is so rewarding!

...six years of teaching experience. From working with kids with disabilities, to running a magazine and honors' society during my undergraduate career, to now teaching higher education courses at Miami of Ohio, I have taught hundreds of students throughout my lifetime. As a teacher, I look to create a safe space for students to achieve their academic goals. I value creativity, dedication, and open-mindedness. I hope to work with you or your loved one(s) in...

...unique, with personal strengths, weaknesses, goals, and accomplishments -- and teachers must be able to apply personalized strategies for each case. Having taught in public and charter schools for over 16 years, I have worked with a broad variety of students, and I am immensely proud of the growth I witness year after year. My teaching style incorporates brain science to learning, tapping into your brain's natural processes to achieve stronger results in less time.

...as a substitute teacher, where my greatest joy comes when I am given the opportunity to work with and assist the students. I excel in teaching languages, particularly Latin and Ancient Greek, and I have found that I have an aptitude for conveying math concepts in a way that is understandable and approachable for students. I remember my own challenges when I learned new concepts, and I try to draw on those to anticipate problems...

...of teaching and tutoring experience from grades k-university students. I love to find creative ways to make learning fun and creative. I enjoy working with a wide variety of subjects including Social Studies, American History, World History, Writing, ACT, SAT prep, LSAT prep, reading for lower grades, studying, problem solving, sociology, political science, First Grade Writing, College essays, Spanish 1, standardized tests, etc. I was evaluated as a Model Classroom Teacher for the State Common...

...certification/ PRAXIS exams. Check out my reviews, with nearly 100% success ! I earned my PhD in Education at the Universiy of Rhode Island and worked at the senior leadership and curriculum levels. My undergraduate degree is in Accounting with an MBA in Management and used that knowledge working in corporate banking. When I had children of my own I realized how precious their development as thinkers would be. So, I began to teach them...

...PSAT score of 230, both on my first attempt. I have also had quite a deal of success with AP tests, receiving a 5 on nine AP tests as well as an 800 on the Chemistry and U.S. History SAT II. In high school, I was designated a National Merit Scholar and National AP Scholar. Tutoring has always been a huge passion of mine, having tutored part-time in high school and college and also organized...

...name is Laura Phelps and I am currently in my Junior year studying English at Swarthmore College. I have been tutoring for nearly two years, and specialize in helping students improve their language skills, whether for writing essays or boosting standardized test scores. Writing is a crucial skill that reaches far beyond the English classroom, and watching students gain confidence and agility in their reading and writing is easily the most rewarding part of my...

...a certified English Language Arts teacher for grades 7-12 with an endorsement in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. I am also an experienced standardized test prep instructor and study skills tutor. My students have included everybody from gang members and refugees to the most gifted and highly competitive students, so I can customize instruction for anyone! I look forward to helping you master the skills you need to achieve your personal goals and...

...have been incredibly fulfilling and have taught me a lot about the inner-workings of good pedagogy. I believe that the foundation of teaching is strong communication and empathy. As such, I think it is important to get to know each student not only as a student but as an individual. I adapt my teaching style depending on the interests, needs, and unique perspective of each student. In my free time, I host a radio show...

...I am also pursuing a minor in Nutrition. Prior to Varsity Tutors, I have experience with teaching nutrition classes and I also taught health education classes. As a science major and a recent MCAT taker, I teach the MCAT science subjects as well as high school and college-level science courses. My teaching philosophy is active learning and working through practice problems. I believe that practice is key to sucess. I really enjoy teaching students and...

...do find things other than school fun (I'm not that lame). I'm involved in a considerable amount of extracurricular activities at UD. I play trombone my school's jazz band (which recently travelled to New Orleans) and for my school's pep band (which supports the best basketball team in the A10 [go Flyers!]). I'm also on the club racquetball team for my school and I am a hockey fanatic. Despite the fact that most engineering majors...

...degree in 2011. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, especially subjects related to reading, writing, nursing, and the various sciences. It is my firm belief that everyone is entitled to a quality education and have the same opportunities and I want to help those who may be struggling to get there. I want to help my students build their confidence that they are intelligent and capable of learning whatever they set their mind towards.

...Ohio University-Southern Campus one semester in 2015. I am excited about the opportunity to tutor students in a variety of disciplines, including test prep. I believe that a good education is fundamental to success and I believe that learning is truly a gift. I believe that every student has the potential to thrive if given enough support, encouragement, and assistance. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I love learning...