Award-Winning ACT Writing Tutors serving San Antonio, TX

...long career as an academic librarian. Although retired from that career, I throughly enjoy helping students succeed academically through tutoring. And fortunately, with tutoring, I get to work with students of all ages. I have a bachelor's degree in English and Political Science and a master's degree--all from Indiana University. I am a native Hoosier, but my first professional job brought me to South Texas in 1992. My husband and I are happy to have...

...Tutor of the Year award by the students and faculty members of that cohort. I am passionate about learning and sharing the developing notions of what it means to be human. This is what led me to teach Anatomy & Physiology to high schoolers, where I was awarded New Teacher of the Year at the school. My philosophy is to learn through teaching, reflection and meditation. Outside of the classroom I teach mindful movement as...

I am a lover of literature and history. I am a strong believer in access to education making a huge difference in people's lives. I enjoy working with youth, and hope that I can bring the enjoyment of learning into their lives. I have been working with ESL students of all ages for the past 3 years as well as with at risk youth encouraging their confidence level and nurturing their own personal skills.

It has always been my passion to help people with whatever they need, especially when it comes to academics. over the years of my experience teaching i have discovered that most student have difficulties of understanding subjects/problems because of the teaching styles. i am always committed to make problems look simpler to my students and explaining the underlining concepts. This has earned me great recommendations and high ratings from my past students

...writer for seven years. I like to call myself a "word whiz in the writing biz." I spend my days doing what I love. I have a passion for the written word and I want to help you in your endeavors to become a better wordsmith. To give you some background, I have a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Houston (Go Cougars!) and a Master of Arts in Administration-Communication Arts from the University...

...years as counselor, advisor, and as adjunct instructor. I successfully led two student organizations and I have national and regional conference presenting experience. I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from Gwynedd-Mercy College in English-Communications. I have taught adult ESL classes and high school communications courses. My singular tutoring focus is public speaking. I am very passionate about helping others achieve the big "what's next" in your life and the way to achieve this is...

...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 that work for you.

...From personal experience, I am aware that every person learns differently from one another and ground my style of teaching in what best suits my students as well as mastery of the topic. In today's educational climate, not every student has the opportunity to feel successful in their studies. To me, it is important to empower all students and encourage their desire to learn after all, exams and grades are only temporary, but knowledge lasts...

...6 hours a week. On this platform, I am open to tutoring students in AP subject areas like World History, Language and Composition, Literature and Composition, and Latin, but I am most interested in tutoring students in the SAT and ACT because of the influence that they have in college admission and scholarship processes. My goal is to help students achieve high scores in these standardized tests to pave the way towards their future.

...getting to know a student as an individual is one of the best ways to help a student progress and grow. I am able to tutor a variety of subjects, and I am most excited about English, literature and writing. I believe being able to communicate effectively through writing is the foundation to learning and I love to watch students grow in the area. In my spare time I like to read good books, sing...

...confident in their skills, and can readily apply them to their exams and assignments. I implement teaching strategies based on a student's individual needs, and I'm more than prepared to modify my lessons in any way necessary to ensure that they get the most out of my tutelage. I want nothing more than to help students make breakthroughs in their reading and writing. I want them to walk away from our sessions feeling confident, and...

...with you! I graduated from Ohio State with a degree in Microbiology and have a great passion for learning about science and the world around us. I got involved with Varsity Tutors so that I could help other people get excited about learning, whether its science, math, english, or another subject. I understand that everyone learns in different ways and I am excited to work with each individual to develop an effective personalized plan for...

...which enabled me to teach patients and family members how to prevent and manage their disease conditions. Studying global languages and cultures, and coming from a very multilingual family,--which has enabled me to make conversation in 22 languages-- has taught me critical social skills and the essential importance of planning, preparation and communication to effective teaching. I learned that it is imperative to cultivate good relationships with pupils, parents and staff as much as possible...

...a parenting magazine, which required a more mature, clean style of writing. In contrast, my work as the entertainment editor for a local newspaper, allowed for more creativity in voice and style. These experiences taught me that writing is not a rigid art form, which is something I would like to convey to my students. I want to show them that reading and writing can be fun, and that through reading and writing, the boundaries...

...teach. In doing so, I have found that I enjoy not only building relationships with others and helping them to understand and reach their potential, but also using what I learn while doing so to grow alongside them. Mathematics has always been a subject of great interest to me. I love having the opportunity to show others how interesting math can be, and at the very least help them to understand on a deeper level.

...resource for your personal academic needs. My vast public speaking experience, writing skills, reading comprehension techniques, and memorization methods all will help you learn how to enhance your own personal learning style. When I am not working I enjoy running, playing basketball and disc golf, hanging out with friends, and meeting up with friends at comedy clubs. I enjoy watching NBA games, going to the movies, and reading. I look forward to hearing from you...

...and a growth mindset. My experiences navigating dual cultures have given me insight into the challenges students face and taught me the value of perseverance. I am passionate about empowering students and helping them achieve their full potential. In my spare time I enjoy further developing my knowledge through independent studies and personal projects. It would be a privilege to share my passion for learning and help others reach their academic goals as a Varsity...

...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 step of your way!

...a gap year from Texas A & M University, working towards a degree in Mathematics (concentration in Physics). While at Texas A & M, I've worked as a writing consultant at our University Writing Center, working with graduate and undergraduate students on all steps of their writing process. I helped students across all disciplines, and at all skill levels. On any given day, I would review work ranging from personal narratives in Freshman English classes,...

...learning should be inclusive and welcoming, creating an environment where students from all backgrounds feel empowered to explore and excel in their studies. My favorite subjects to tutor are those that blend science with an algebraic and calculus foundation, such as physics. One of my greatest joys as a tutor is building up people's self-confidence in subjects that are often considered exclusive to "smart people." I am passionate about demystifying complex concepts and making them...