Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Detroit, MI

...spread that joy to others. I did a double major in mathematics and music at Knox College and extensively studied many core aspects of mathematics that most students never get a chance to touch. I believe that a true understanding of mathematics comes from a deeper understanding of these principles. It's more rewarding to know why mathematical principles work the way they do and be able to apply them more broadly than to simply know...

...Reading Center for two years, and I really enjoyed connecting with the students there. I believe that I've made a real impact there, and I want to continue making change through Varsity Tutors. I acquired my high school diploma from Detroit Country Day School, and I am currently pursuing my B.S.E. in Industrial and Operations Engineering at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. I'm also pursuing an Art and Design minor! I teach a...

...deeply committed to equitable practices, I bring a wealth of experience to my tutoring approach. My role as Senior Director of Learning and Development at City Year Detroit has honed my skills in instructional design, strategic development, and effective communication, enabling me to significantly improve student achievement in schools. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Eastern Michigan University, with certifications in both English teaching and software engineering, allowing me to offer...

I'm a current student at Michigan State University studying Human Biology. I am apart of MSU's Osteopathic Medical Scholars Program with hopes of becoming a D.O. physician in the future. I have tutored all throughout my life, whether it be my neighbors or family friends. I truly enjoy helping others learn more about subjects that will continue to help them in future pursuits.

...graduate studies, I worked as a long term substitute teacher. This is where I developed my passion for teaching and educating. I also have experience tutoring private clients in the Metro Detroit area. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, Writing, and Social Studies. In my experience helping struggling students, students need a tutor who is very patient and willing to move at the student's pace. I am...

...learning styles; subjects I have tutored before include French (beginner to advanced), English for English learners, and SAT/ACT prep. I am also very passionate about helping students through the college application process. As a first-generation college student, my commitment to education stems from my personal understanding of how much a quality, supported education has improved my own life. When I'm not teaching, you'll find me painting, training for a race, or exploring France with my...

...of Western Ontario with a lawyer license from the Law Society of Ontario for over a decade. I hold a Masters in Business Administration degree from the Richard Ivey School of Business and a Masters in Fine Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin - Madison with artist-in-residence time spent at Brown University (Rhode Island School of Design) and Stanford University. I have worked as a university lecturer for foundational undergraduate courses in Biological Sciences...

...communicating with clients, and making business purchases. I am also a trained engineer, studying at the University of Michigan, with a lot of website development knowledge. As an Intern at the New York County District Attorney's Office I spearheaded a program to decrease the levels of opioid abuse in New York City. I worked alongside Assistant District Attorney's to advise and assist with ongoing cases and help with trial preparation by maintaining case files and...

...from DePaul University and am currently attending the University of Michigan Law School. I have been tutoring college students in writing, rhetoric, and argumentative strategies for three years at DePaul's Writing Center and have independently worked with high school english students from local Chicago prep schools. I love tutoring because I think that all people are able to benefit from collaborative learning and thinking. I tutor in writing, english, and law school prep materials (LSAT,...

...Biomedical Sciences. From being an honors student in high school to receiving a 5 on the AP Biology exam to serving as a teaching assistant for upper level college biology courses such as molecular biology, I have gained valuable knowledge and experience on how to overcome challenges in the classroom that I pass on to my students. From my experience, I have seen that an interactive, example-based format tailored to each student's concerns is the...

...courses as well. I am in my third year of completing my Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, and as a result have developed a heavy focus in mathematics and science courses. For this reason, when I am not teaching standardized test preparation, I often tutor high school and college level mathematics as well as Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. If you are interested in getting to know me or have any questions at all, including how my...

...in biology and double minored in psychology and business. I have been involved in many extracurricular activities pertaining to and outside of medicine as I would like to go to medical school one day. As a student in the academia, I can greatly relate to the difficulties and the challenges faced. Thus, I am here to help you realize your potential. A failure is only an event, but it is not what defines you. In...

...pursuing a B.S. in Biochemistry. As a student, I have a well-rounded academic history with interest in a range of different subject areas including: history, English, writing, math, science, and computer skills. My goal as a tutor is to help you learn the material and have some fun while doing it. As such, I am flexible with schedules and platforms (online vs in-person) and am available Monday-Friday afternoon/ evenings and possibly some weekend times upon...

...bit of creativity and a fresh approach any subject can present an engaging and satisfying opportunity for growth. I've been living in Detroit since I finished my masters program at DePaul University in Chicago in 2011. My tutoring experience started while I was in the Marines from 2001-2005; I frequently had to help some of the troops out with all kinds of topics, ranging from personal finance to hydraulics. After serving, I dedicated myself to...

...studying pre-medicine at the University of Michigan. During my time in Ann Arbor, I volunteer at Peace Neighborhood Center helping to tutor socioeconomically underprivileged kids in in math and science. I also was employed as a tutor by the University's athletics program to tutor athletes in math and science classes. I have a great passion in helping others grasp foreign concepts, particularly younger children. I want to bring to them the same type of great...

...an English Teaching Assistant at the Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana in Medellin, Colombia. I have experience working with adults and youth, alike, and my teaching style is to tailor my tutoring sessions to my students' unique learning styles. I try to use lots of examples, ask questions to test understanding, and draw diagrams or pictures to help students grasp material. I am excited to work with Varsity Tutors and would be delighted to be your tutor!

...the University of Michigan studying with a passion for learning. I am studying to apply to medical school, and I love sharing my knowledge with others! Helping others understand the fundamentals of how our natural world is governed is something that is very close to my heart, and something that I can use to help students succeed! I specialize in the sciences, as well as English (reading and writing) at the middle school and high...

"I was born not knowing and have had only a little time to change that here and there." - Richard Feynman

...to follow and aren't left to grope around in the dark. It's important for me to understand the way the student's mind works. If they are having trouble understanding a problem, I do my best to have to walk through the processes they are trying out. Once I understand how the student sees the problem I can identify what tool they need to fix it. I have had some amazing teachers in my academic career...

...to tutor! I recently received my Masters in Social Work, also from the University from Michigan. I especially have a passion for Spanish because I find the language so beautiful. In fact, I recently spent 8 weeks studying Spanish in Costa Rica- taking classes and learning about the culture. Currently, I am working as a Research Administrator at the University of Michigan. I have experience tutoring people of all different backgrounds- from young children to...