Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Memphis, TN

I believe in the power of an educated mind and have taken the responsibility to create an environment conducive to academic success for my students. ... To educate is to become better educated; it is a circular process that improves with time. I believe the responsibility of educators is to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed academically and personally. My teaching philosophy is based on the belief that education is the solution...

...degree in English Literature from University of Virginia. I have a strong background in formal teaching methods (2 years teaching high school English in Texas, 1 year teaching 4th grade reading in Tennessee), but my main strengths lie in my ability to make lasting connections with my students, which only help make their learning more personal and more important. I also have written for several print publications in college and in internships, so my proofreading...

...the next 5 years! I have tutored in the subjects of Advanced Math, Science and Physics for a program called Varsity Tutors for about 3 years. I was also a tutor for an organization called AVID, which is a college preparatory course for high school students, for about a year and I also have experience tutoring freshmen in college while leading them into a healthy-eating lifestyle. So, I have tremendous experience tutoring varies students. All...

...academic future. Further, I am drawn to tutor as it will allow an opportunity to hold children, parents, and myself accountable to a future of cooperation, utility, and follow-through. Always ready to step in and speak up, I am an activist who is excited to be more than an advocate, but an ally. To better understand my potential, I must share a glance into my past. Although I was in the accelerated program throughout primary...

...administrator and professor who loves to work one-to-one with students of all ages. Over the past thirty years, I have assisted thousands of adult students prepare for the SAT/ACT/GED assessments, improve cognition and time management skills, better relate to instructional materials at all levels, become more proficient academic and business writers, as well as better perform in math, English and science subjects. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my five grandchildren and...

Stories define us. They make us come alive. They rattle us, inspire us, scare the *&a$p;^%! out of us, and lead us toward deeper understanding of one another. I love stories, words, writing -- and sharing them with my students.

My goal as a tutor is to equip you with the information and problem solving skills that will help you succeed in your subject of need and develop critical thinking that will apply to any challenge you face academically. I'm an advocate of the "Learn One, Do One, Teach One" methodology of tutoring, and have seen it transform students academic confidence and learning efficiency. I look forward to helping you tackle your next challenge!

...psychology, and a current license in the state of Georgia and Tennessee which includes elementary education, Special Education K-12th Grade, and a Math Endorsement. In the past 18 years I have taught 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th grades. I have also been an EIP teacher for 3 years, a Co-Teacher for 10 years and a Special Education teacher for 2 years, as well as individual tutoring. My favorite subject to teach is math....

...the knowledge I've learned and further my own artistic goals. Students learn best when taught how to teach themselves. When students learn how to research and solve their own problems the world really opens up to them. I enjoy Role-Playing Games, Art, Video Games, Movies, Painting, Podcasts, Books, Comics. I love playing with different mediums and seeing what kind of things I can create. I think the role of self-expression in the individual is amazingly...

...learning and all the wonders that accompany it. Through my years of experience, I have developed strategies to help students improve in areas of concern in order to attain their academic goals. My wish is for all of my students to love learning, too. Whether a student wants to prepare for the ACT, improve reading comprehension, or develop successful test taking strategies, I can help him or her develop the tools necessary for success.... I am...

...University of Michigan working towards a major in Economics with a Minor in Data Science. I think it's important to cherish education because it can genuinely teach you different skill-sets. I've tutored all throughout high school from Kumon to volunteering. I love working with all age ranges with different subjects (my favorite being spanish, algebra, geometry, english, and reading). I think it's important to have fun while you're learning and to genuinely understand the material,...

I believe that all students are capable of learning with the correct support and guidance.

...well as a B.A. in political science. I have extensive experience working as a tutor for a wide range of ages. I currently tutor international students ages 4-16 in English. For two years, I taught elementary school students who struggled with literacy in developing their reading abilities. I have participated in countless writing workshops and aided my peers in editing/proofreading sessions throughout my academic career. I understand how difficult English can be for students and...

...and hopefully one day become employed as a high school English teacher. I tutor in high school and college level English literature, writing, and grammar. Since my concentration was in literature my favorite area to tutor would be in any literature related assignment. Whether it be for reading comprehension, critical reading, or for research purposes. I believe education is very important and should not be taken for granted. The choices you make in a 4-8...

I believe that all learning begins with the foundation of literacy. It is my desire to help our students believe in themselves and to reach their highest potential.

I am a teacher at a local high school. I teach ACT Prep and Intro to Theatre. I majored in English and Communications in college. I love reading, creative writing, and compiling evidence for debates. I am happiest when I am reading or writing.

...equal education for students. More About me: I am from Cincinnati, OH. I grew up in a government assistance neighborhood and attended a Montessori School. I know what it feels like to feel embarrassed to struggle in any subject. I work to empower students, and not feel discouraged about making mistakes, but rather learn from them. I love giving back to my community. I can not stand the feeling of sitting around and not being...

...better. These subjects can be great if you have someone willing to sit down, one-on-one, and really work with you to find that block or show you how to study. Sometimes, it's something as simple as having it explained in a simpler way. Simply learning how to wade through a professors jargon can do wonders for a student. In the end, the goal of my tutoring is to provide outstanding service, but most importantly, I...

...approaching high school, I learned that to be wholly successful, it takes a lot more than natural smarts. I worked hard at teaching myself various effective studying methods as well as time management skills so that I could succeed in my own academic career and be adequately prepared for furthering my education. Thus, I am now able to pass on these knowledge and skills to the students I work with and help them accurately prepare...

...with a double major in electrical engineering and computer science and a minor in mathematics. During my four years in undergrad, I worked as a part-time tutor in the university's math center. As the name of my work place suggests, I helped student tackle math related problems for most part. I did, however, tutor student in computer science and electrical engineering subjects as well. My favorite subject to teach is computer science/programming. There is usually...