Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

...years as a high school English teacher, I am extremely knowledgeable of all kinds of learning styles, but I have learned that almost every student learns best working one-on-one with a teacher. Therefore, I love being a tutor! A certified 7-12 English Teacher, I specialize in tutoring English skills (reading and writing) for success in middle school and high school and on the reading, English, and writing portions of the SAT and ACT. I can assist...

...in Biomedical Engineering. Over this summer, I am a research assistant for the Tristam-Nagle Biophysics Lab performing measurements of lipid density and volume. I have always enjoyed learning and spreading that knowledge to others. I'm very enthusiastic to practice this love for learning and teaching by aiding others in their studies through Varsity Tutors! My background in Science and Mathematics makes these subjects my strong suits; however, I am also capable of mentoring in English...

...math to calculus, physics, and chemistry. My favorite subject to tutor is algebra because I have found that students are most satisfied with their progress in this subject. I am a very hands-on tutor, as I like the student to try as many problems as possible. However, I can adapt to meet the needs of the student. Outside of academia, I play tennis and ski, and enjoy watching sports and playing video games.

...you very soon. Since 2002, I have worked as an educator in urban, multicultural, and clinical settings from Brooklyn, New York to Portland, Oregon. As an educator, I am driven to create and present useful content and engage learners of all ages. As a person invested in social justice, I am driven to provide excellent service and honor each individual. As such, I provide ample opportunities for success with all the learners I serve. I...

...have experience teaching High School World History/Cultures, United States History, Civics/Democracy, Economics, and various levels of English-Language Arts. I love playing/coaching soccer, skiing, golfing, and watching sports. Community service and community involvement is something that is very important to me. My favorite part about tutoring is working with students on a one to one setting and seeing the gains and positive strides that students are capable of making. I enjoy helping students increase their writing...

...General Education, and a teaching certificate in PK-8th Special Education. I am also a Spanish minor and completing my certificate in Children's Literature. My future plan is to become an elementary teacher. I am well-versed in biology, psychology, English/writing, reading, elementary mathematics, and ACT test prep. Most of my previous tutoring experience has been in writing/reading test prep for high school aged students. I work as a teacher's helper at a local school during the...

...about equipping people with the skills and strategies to succeed. I have excellent teaching skills and am a friendly, engaging tutor. My degrees are in history, which has many transferrable skills such as writing, forming arguments, delivering talks, and investigating evidence, many of which feature on standardized tests, entrance exams, and even job applications. I am keen to help with all of the subjects I am approved in, so get in touch, let me know...

...from my career. After teaching at a rural orphanage in Kenya, it became more than a job to me- it became my passion. Now, a teacher of over 9 years, it is who I am and how I identify. I have traveled to over 50 countries/places and taught in many including here in Pittsburgh, Denver, Belize, Bali, India, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Currently, the road has led me motherhood and with my baby boy at home,...

...Taiwan. I attended Millsaps College in Jackson, MS, for my undergrad, where I majored in English and anthropology, was president of the English honor society, and graduated cum laude and with honors after defending a year-and-a-half-long research thesis. I earned my masters in journalism at New York University, where I interned at the websites for The New Yorker and New York Magazine and as a fact checker at the print edition of Newsweek International.

...as a freelance writer, publishing essays and film reviews in places like The Atlantic and CT Magazine. I can tutor a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about English, Literature, Writing, Economics and Politics. Students I've worked with seem to enjoy writing the most when they discover their own voice, and quit trying to write in jargonese. I believe in education, and in reaching for great grades and test scores. I believe...

...help numerous elementary, middle, and high school students learn the fundamentals of science. While I tutor in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about math and computer science. Helping students learn the abstract concepts found in math and computer science have been very rewarding and quite fun. I believe that education is for everyone and that anyone who puts in enough effort can reap the rewards and satisfaction of not only getting...

...and experienced teacher, I can give you the knowledge and tools you need to excel in any area. My teaching philosophy is to help you achieve new heights beyond your expectations. My tutoring style is interactive and upbeat. After graduating from Mount Holyoke College with a BA in Sociology and a minor in Education I went on to receive my teaching certificate in New Mexico. Currently, I live near Pittsburgh, PA and spend my time gardening...

...worked as a grants writing tutor. During graduate school, I worked as the Director of a non-profit that focused on providing creative writing education to elementary-aged students. My approach to teaching writing involves working with the student through the process of writing. I like to start with brainstorming and invention, and then work through drafting, editing, and finalizing. I believe this method allows for the full-development of ideas, and also creates the least amount of...

I love working with people of all ages to help them explore, learn, and succeed! I have experience tutoring in a wide variety of subjects, from English and ACT prep to piano and flute. Everyone has a different learning style, as well as different goals in mind. I am committed to working with each student personally to ensure that I am helping as much as I can.

I've worked as a tutor for about 8 years. I have a BS in Biology, BA in Political Science, and minors in Chemistry and Studio Arts. I'll be attending medical school in the fall.

...students one on one and in small groups in General and Organic Chemistry. As a pre-medical student and a Neuroscience major, I've taken extensive coursework in biology, physiology, physics and math, so I am qualified to tutor those subjects as well. In addition to my strong science background, I love reading, writing and learning about culture and language. I took four years of college level Spanish and I'm proficient in reading, writing, speaking and listening...

...western PA. Ten of those years have been spent as an 8th grade language arts teacher. I love what I do because I love working with young adults and exposing them to different texts. I find that I work well with this age group and am able to relate to them. The cornerstone of my teaching philosophy is that once students know you care about them and their success, they will put forth extra effort...

...Master's of Education in Social Studies Secondary Education (grades 5-12). I received my undergraduate degree in History in 2013 from Washington University in St. Louis. I served with AmeriCorps as a College Possible Coach where I received extensive training and experience teaching and tutoring students prepare for the ACT. I have also tutored students in the ACT over the past 3 years. I understand the importance of building relationships with students in order to best...

...[Language Arts] 7-12, Social Studies 7-12, and K-6 Elementary), a Master's Degree in Education, a BA in Theatre, and have advanced undergraduate coursework in literature and history. I believe, ultimately, all students hold the keys to their own academic achievement, it is up to me to help them unlock the door so they may accomplish any challenge that stands in their way. I will create a learning environment filled with integrity, accountability, responsibility, and fun...

...complex ideas and language into as simple a package as possible. Both as a successful student and in teaching I have found myself to be adept at using this particular skill. I graduated from Allegheny College with a BA in English and a minor in Economics. I have always enjoyed learning and have a passion for sharing my knowledge with others. As an tutor, my favorite subjects to teach are Algebra and English. I consider...