Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in San Marcos, TX

...my whole adult life. My research interests include Medieval manuscripts and early print, Women and Property in the South of France (and N. Spain,) in the Middle Ages, and the Battle of Maldon. I have taught at a number of institutions including Harvard University as a teaching fellow), Southern Methodist University, University of Texas at Dallas, and most recently, The University of Texas. I have directed numerous independent studies, supervised a few theses, mentored any...

...that teaching methods did not adapt appropriately to the student. There is more than one way to learn material. Because of that I hope to spend some time with students, helping them get the test scores that will allow them to get into their dream school. Throughout my high school and college career I gained extensive experience in tutoring members of my rugby team, fellow classmates and friends. Regarding the subjects I have taught- I...

...me much exposure to many different cultures and provided me with lots of tools on how to reach many students from different backgrounds. I am a certified Montessori teacher, as well as a certified Reading Specialist. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, math, and science. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try...

...should be an exciting journey, not a chore. I aim to create a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where you feel comfortable asking questions and exploring new ideas. Whether you're tackling tough subjects or want to sharpen your skills, I'm here to help you every step of the way. I've got a background in [your subjects or areas of expertise], and I'm passionate about helping students discover their strengths. Together, we'll build your confidence and find strategies...

...with "good-enough", but if we want what is best for our kids (I don't have any), we should go straight to the top, to the best educators. One educator, whose book I read and found inspiring, was Rafe Esquith. I didn't necessarily agree with everything he said, but there were some things I found inspirational and helpful for tutoring myself, such as focusing on wrong answers to questions and the logic it took to get...

...Business Administration at New York University and saw an opportunity to work in something that I have always been passionate about: teaching. My first teaching experience came at age nine when I began instructing other students in Tae Kwon Do. I got a thrill out of passing my knowledge to other students and helping them become better practitioners. Throughout high school and college I tutored friends and classmates in various subjects, but mostly math and...

...students for the PSAT, SAT, and ACT tests. In 2012, I moved to Los Angeles to obtain a graduate degree in professional writing from the University of Southern California. While there, I tutored undergraduate and graduate students at USC in writing. I worked with students on research papers, class essays, business memos, creative writing, and more. My last year in LA, I taught at Fusion Academy, where I worked with students one-on-one on multiple subjects,...

Hi! I'm Eisha, a Public Health major at the University of Texas at Austin with an interest in medicine and teaching.

...difficulties in school to develop study and learning skills appropriate for their grade level. Furthermore, obtaining my Masters in Social Work with a focus on case management and clinical practice skills coupled with therapeutic experience shaped me into an effective advocate and partner for students experiencing academic difficulty. As a crisis counselor in Charlotte, NC, I was afforded the opportunity to work with youth ages 7-17 experiencing crisis. As a Safe Place advocate, it was...

...children and teens needing the necessary fundamentals for academic progress, or those seeking to proactively increase their understanding of a particular subject. Although I teach the four core subjects in the classroom, I primarily tutor in the areas of Math and Reading Language Arts. I especially enjoy teaching Math because I deliver the subject content in a manner that students are frequently amazed at their ability to grasp what they previously believed to be difficult...

...is the opportunity for tremendous success. That's why it's important to me that every student grasps the bigger picture. Education has the opportunity to enrich your life unlike any other endeavor. If you're anything like me, you've experienced academic failure. But as a soon-to-be practicing attorney, I can assure you that failure is not fatal. If we keep putting one foot in front of the other, we will reach our goals.

...I have a strong base in all subjects, but I especially enjoy language tutoring, because I am multilingual. I love teaching Mathematics, Sciences, English, History, Writing...you name it. My philosophy is that the most effective teaching comes from knowing how my student learns, and meeting them where they are. I want to instill a love of learning, but that will not happen if I don't get to know my student. Outside teaching, I write fiction,...

Hi! I graduated from UT Austin with a degree in Biology. I am very familiar with the SAT and ACT as well as specific subjects you need help with! If you are looking for some help in science, I am always learning more about Biology and Chemistry and more than willing to help.

...graduate of Williams College. I have a B.A. in Mathematics and American Studies and am enrolled in a Masters program in math at the New Mexico State University. At Williams, I served as a peer tutor at the Math and Science Resource Center for Calculus I, Calculus II, and Calculus III. I have also worked as a personal tutor for students in community college, high school, and middle school. I believe that learning math should...

For over a decade I have taught college students in a variety of subjects including writing and rhetoric, reading comprehension, public speaking, interpersonal and gender communication, as well as both academic and business and professional writing. My pedagogy is rooted in the active learning model where students are encouraged to engage the material through practical activities, as well as through discussion. It's important to me...... I am a believer in the active learning model of education....

...always been a high-performing student who loves learning, and I hope to help other individuals succeed in school as well. I understand that being a good tutor is about more than just being intelligent, and I look forward to individualizing my tutoring approaches to what works best for each student. I also believe that creating a positive, encouraging environment helps people learn better, so I like to think I have a good sense of humor!

...research activities since the beginning of my undergraduate education. Additionally, I have volunteered at the Student Success Center in multiple educational institutions. I was a struggling student at certain points along the way in my academic career, and I valued the people who helped me get through both issues with comprehension and motivation, and fostered the skills within me to get to where I am today! It is my goal to provide those types of...

...traded money markets and other instruments in three languages: English, Spanish and Portuguese, so I took a winding route back to the classroom, but I have now been teaching for more than 14 years in Texas. I am certified in English, ESL, Spanish, Composite Social Studies and dance. I have coached tennis and for the last 11 years have directed an award-winning ballet folklorico program. I also currently teach an AVID elective. AVID is a...

...I believe that a holistic perspective of the students experience(s) in life is a necessity to lay an enduring foundation for the lifelong learner. At the same time I am committed to fine tuning understanding within a discipline. My goal as an educator is to create a symbiotic experience that will engage the student toward becoming a healthy minded good citizen with an appreciation for life long learning and able, furthermore to pursue a high...

...meet you! I am currently a student at Northwestern University, and I am double majoring in biological sciences and global health. I used to be in your place, so I know how it feels to be preparing for the standardized tests and the college application process. I hope that I can be your mentor, and teach you everything that I wish I knew when I was in your place and be with you for every...