Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Burnsville, MN

...believe strongly in active, problem based learning. For science courses, I have considerable experience working in two cancer research labs, so I can help put that material in a real-world context. Outside of academics, I love playing and listening to music (I play jazz and blues saxophone), watching sports of all kinds, and playing basketball,...

...can be of some help in studying for these tests. These are my stats: 1560 on the SAT (790 on math, 770 on reading), 35 on ACT, 5 on AP Chemistry, 5 on AP Biology, 5 on AP Physics C (Mechanics), 5 on AP Physics C (E&M), 5 on AP Calculus BC and a 5...

...and pre-med mentor, I look forward to teaching a wide variety of individuals on the Varsity Tutors platform. My subjects of interest include the basic sciences and preparation for Standardized Tests. I would describe my teaching style as informal and conceptual in order to obtain foundational proficiency and skills. When I am not in school...

...degree in elementary education. I have taught remedial reading, preschool classes, Head Start and Early Head Start classes. I have been a teacher for many years. I am still amazed every time a child learns to read. The mind of a human is the most fascinating thing. I still love to see the light bulb...

...with strong study habits, time management, and test taking strategies. I have a passion for coaching and teaching young people, and have always enjoyed helping friends and classmates that are struggling in academic areas in which I feel I can assist. For almost a decade now, I have coached ice hockey on and off. Throughout...

...abstract concepts and inspiring students with real-world applications. Excitement is the best motivator, I've found, and I've helped students achieve great growth using this methodology. I have experience as a Coding for Girls instructor and public tutor at a local high school. In my spare time, I enrich my life by reading, gardening, and going...

...hard and having fun doing it. When I tutor, I believe that being engaged is vital to learning. I am passionate about math and science, and love tutoring anyone in algebra and computer science. I enjoy solving logical puzzles, and I treat algebra the same way. I firmly believe that anyone can learn math and...

...in Economics and minoring in Urban Studies. My favorite tutoring experience was with Concordia Language Villages, teaching Japanese every day for a four-week program. Combined with teaching Japanese entirely in the Japanese language, my teaching methods focused on interactive activities and applying learned knowledge through fun games and practicing the content to retain understanding. My...

...recognizing patterns. I am also a big fan of astronomy and earth science as these subjects help us appreciate the vastness of our universe while also helping to make since of its complex processes. I like to use lots of questions and examples in tutoring as I believe learning is most meaningful when it is...

...Spanish during my undergrad, I completed a year of service with Minnesota Reading Corps as an elementary school literacy tutor. Now I work as a preschool teacher in a Spanish-English dual immersion preschool; I co-teach a class of 17 three and four year olds. Beyond academics, I love to bike around the Twin Cities, find...

...tutored students of all age groups and all grades ranging from KG to college (including students with ADHD and on the Autism spectrum). I have taught these students in a wide range of subjects including Accounting, Math, English, Reading, Writing, Science, Social Studies, Essay Writing, Hindi, and Finance. I am a passionate educator and have...

...know the native language, and that is the type of passion that I hope to inspire in my students. While in Spain, I taught English to a number of students, and through this and my own personal experiences learning Spanish (and American Sign Language!), I feel I know the best ways to get in touch...

...place organizational systems that focus in on how to get from Point A to Point B. After years of working under intense deadline pressure, these systems have been crucial to me in my own work. As a tutor, I want to continue building relationships with students and help them hone their written communication skills. Being...

...B.A. in Linguistics. I love languages and grammar, and I enjoy helping others figure out the puzzles of how English and other languages work. I was a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Turkey, where I taught English to university students. I have experience with students of all ages as a tutor at Upward Bound and...

...and Political Science major at the University of Minnesota. In addition to being a tutor at Grade Potential, I work as a debate coach at Como Park High School in St. Paul. I have previously worked as volunteer tutor at East Side Neighborhood Services and as a Resident Assistant at the University of Michigan Summer...

...charter school to mentor and teach underserved students ranging from K-12. Additionally, I have worked as an independent tutor for students. I can tutor for a variety of subjects, especially standardized tests and math. As a recent high school graduate, I know the college application and testing process well and can help explain and guide...

...writing, and literature. After getting my TEFL certificate in 2017, I volunteer taught English at Neighborhood House and Open Door Learning Center. I started my current full-time EFL job in Sept. 2018. Two of my favorite hobbies are travelling and cross-cultural friendships. I live and teach English in Thailand now, and I love exploring the...

...a double major in Astrophysics and Classical Civilizations. My main areas of interest in those studies were planetary science and Greek-language literature, respectively. I'm passionate about both STEM subjects and the humanities, and love helping students translate their strengths in one area to another. I tutor in a broad range of subjects, but would especially...

For me teaching is a way to give back to the community and inspire minds of every age. There is so much taught differently than when I was in school and I would love nothing more than to learn right alongside my students!

...piano and violin, having taken lessons for piano from the ages of 4 to 18 and playing violin in my school orchestra from 5th to 12th grade. I love working with students to improve their skills in an area of study, and my favorite part is getting to see them gain confidence in themselves and...