Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Des Moines, IA

...help my students not only do well in their classes but also enjoy the process as much as possible. Every student is different, and I aim to adapt my methods to each student. Some students prefer lectures, others prefer to receive textbook explanations, others prefer to drill topics, and others prefer to work out examples....

...an inspiring and empowering force in children's lives so they are excited and motivated to learn. I graduated from William Penn University in 2019 with my degree in elementary education with endorsements in reading and special education. I have spent the last 2 years working with level 3 BD kids as well as a student...

...state for many years running. I have also taught Middle East History and Government at the collegiate level. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from California State University, Northridge; and a Master of Arts in International Affairs from the Elliott School of International Affairs at The George Washington University in Washington, DC....

I recently graduated from Bethel University with degrees in Physics, Mathematics, and Music. During my time in college, I spent quite a bit of time tutoring my peers in group and individual settings, and I look forward to doing more tutoring, particularly in math and physics!

Sophomore at Washington University in St. Louis studying Economics and Computer Science

...in their college studies. Regardless of the subject, my focus is on finding an approach that works best for each student so that going forward they can feel confident in their learning. I am excited to have found Varsity Tutors so that I can continue doing what I loved to do in high school: help...

...and tutoring in subjects such as English, economics, science, and citizenship for over 10 years. I strive to help others discover their passion for knowledge and assist them in unlocking their own unique scholarly potential. I am an avid traveler and have a passion for global health, art history and environmental science, in May I...

...student who has both extensively studied and had professional experience in communications and the English field. I've always excelled in writing persuasive and descriptive essays and know how to thoroughly analyze any assigned reading. I also know how to prepare for and approach standardized tests such as the LSAT and ACT. My friends will tell...

I am a 2020 alumna of Iowa State University's Bachelor of Architecture, having minored in Sustainability and studied with a focus on historic preservation and cultural heritage. Possessing an upbeat personality, others often refer to me as an analytical, self-motivated, and articulate individual. I look forward to working with you and your student!

...small Quaker school in center city Philadelphia, where I learned to love learning, particularly math and science classes. I began tutoring my younger siblings in these subjects when they had trouble themselves. I even began attending Biology review sessions to help my teacher explain topics to other students and review material with them. I always...

...whatever they may be. I take a personalized approach to tutoring, knowing that everyone learns differently and tailoring counseling to the personal abilities and objectives of my students. I believe 'smart' is just another word for 'hard-working' and that goals can be achieved with a good plan of action. Setting - I am happy to...

...in the College of Science and Engineering at the university where I have taken courses to gain knowledge in a wide variety of subjects, such as calculus courses, physics, chemistry, programming (python), french, and writing courses. Additionally, I took many AP classes throughout high school which enabled me to enter college with over 30 credits...

...an internship in financial consulting (banking advisory & analytics), and have previously held internship positions in human capital consulting & private equity, as well as in patent law. My interests are widely varied and eclectic - pro baseball (Go Mets!), Broadway theater, American public policy & politics, global affairs, and public economics.... I believe strongly in developing conceptual understanding before procedural mastery. There's nothing more satisfying for a student than getting a concept, enabling him or...

I'm a recent grad from Northwestern (B.A. in Theatre and Economics) who loves teaching and learning. I love helping other people achieve their goals and helping students find ways to be their best selves. Excited to meet and work with Chicagoland's students!... First sessions always start with discussion of a subject's foundations. If we nail these, the rest of the learning becomes ten times easier.

...senior at Northwestern University and I will be receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Legal Studies this spring. In the fall, I will begin attending law school at Northwestern Law. For many years, I tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help...

...student at Ithaca College pursuing a degree in physics. I am very passionate about math and science especially, and I have found that teaching students is another passion. I have experience tutoring high school students in areas including algebra, algebra 2 and AP Physics 1. I love working with students to help them achieve their...

...canon, greatly influenced by great thinkers and writers of the past such as Plato, Virgil, Aquinas, and Anselm. I love to read and to discuss what I've read, and I heartily appreciate a good philosophical argument. Extracurricularly, I write musicals, one of which premiered at Yale last year, and attend Yale Political Union meetings to...

I believe that anything can seem easy if it's presented in the right way, at the right pace. If I can make a student interested in a topic and engage with their learning style, learning happens much faster and more effectively, and doesn't feel like work. I endeavor to interest students in any topic (but...

...at Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, NY. My studies at Sarah 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....

...student at the University of Wisconsin- Madison, currently purusing a Masters degree in Industrial Engineering. I received my Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, along with a Certificate in Business, from UW as well. Education has always been important to me, and tutoring allows me to share that passion with others. I first got into...