Award-Winning AIMS Tutors serving Mesa, AZ

...and my methods get results. I have had many students come back to me again and again to help them with assignments due to the positive feedback they have received on assignments I've helped them with. I also have firsthand experience as a test-taker, having taken the ACT, PSAT, SAT, LSAT, and GRE and received above 90th percentile marks on all of them. I'm happy to share my knowledge and interest with other students to...

...to help students make the connections needed to master their material. As a Jr. High teacher of gifted students, I have worked with many types of learners and have a wealth of strategies to make instruction exciting and engaging. I have worked with struggling and ELL/ESL students each summer in a variety of grades K-8. I taught 5th grade gifted for 7 years and have enjoyed working with many ages of students. Many of my...

...come to me for a single session or we meet every week for a semester, I believe the first step to success with tutoring is to work together to set clear expectations. This lets us work toward the same goal, and makes it simple to set milestones to get there. Any problem area in any subject can be broken into smaller and smaller pieces, until suddenly you realize there was never a problem to begin...

...University, computer-based classes for English proficiency, and I volunteered through VISTA Americorps with Refugee Resettlement of State of Arizona Department of Economic Security. I grew up loving books and reading, but learned more about writing when my dear son went to a charter school that used classical education curriculum. I came to see exactly why 'prep school' is preparation for college academics. Once a person really comes to understand how to write a thesis statement,...

...a graduate student at Arizona State University, pursuing a Master's degree in Education. I previously received my Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Arizona State as well. I have 8 years of tutoring experience with students in middle school and high school. I plan to pursue a PhD in Education at the conclusion of my Master's program. Not every student's needs are the same. I tailor my teaching style to suit each student most effectively. I...

As a college graduate, I look forward to enhance the learning experience of students through tutoring. Academic success and excellence are goals that should be supported, and together we can achieve them, one step at a time.

Current PhD student in Evolutionary Biology. I study the intersection between cancer biology and evolution to understand cancer across the tree of life. Biology, writing, statistics, and R programming the center of my academic focus. Also passionate about preparing students' graduate and professional school applications

...St. Louis (WUSTL) last year with a major in marketing and a minor in Spanish. Since graduating, I've worked as a private tutor full time and have discovered a passion for teaching across a wide range of different subjects. As a 23 year old and a recent college grad, I can relate to my students on a personal basis. I took the same classes they are taking several years ago, so I can explain the material...

...programs in the nation. I received my undergraduate B.S. in Business - Accountancy from Eastern Illinois University. Now, I work as a Financial Analyst for PetSmart performing testing and measuring the financial effectiveness and impact of proposed new store initiatives. The best part is bringing our pets to work on Fridays! I've tutored everyone from Jr. High to College in Business, Statistics, Accounting, Economics, Math, and other subjects. I also took part in a Supplemental...

...experienced K-12 tutor with a BA in English - Writing, Rhetoric, and Literacies. For over 10 years, I have devoted much of my time to my own education as well as helping others succeed academically alongside me. Tutoring helped put me through university, and I intend to continue to help others succeed in academic and artistic endeavors for the rest of my life. As a dedicated tutor, I am committed to fostering a supportive and...

...attorney located in Scottsdale, Arizona. I received my law degree from Tulane University in New Orleans. I graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in History and Economics as well. I enjoy teaching high school math, and all levels of standardized test prep: SAT, ACT, PSAT, AIMS, LSAT and GRE. I have taught Algebra at the high school and community college level. I have also tutored students for the ACT, SAT, and GRE tests, as...

...any individual whether child or adult is able to grow in their learning if they are scared of a negative consequence to their attempt to try & take a risk in their learning. Positive reinforcement & praising my student for their attempts & getting the student to try a little bit more each time we meet is my way of creating a learning environment engaging to all. I meet my student where they are at...

...of all ages and backgrounds. From infants at daycare to adults studying for GED classes, I am passionate about helping students connect with learning to make it meaningful and enjoyable. I taught 8th grade science for 2 years and K-8 computer science/technology classes with an emphasis on STEM projects for increased engagement and 21st century skill-building opportunities. I am excited to begin tutoring and helping to develop the skills needed for success!

...classroom immensely, I primarily enjoy working with students on a one-on-one basis. This gives me the opportunity to get to know them as individuals and really keep track of their progress. I view tutoring as more of an exchange than traditional teaching; I believe my students and I can work together to solve any problem. When assisting with a writing assignment, for example, it will only be a temporary solution for me to simply pull...

...experience in test preparation for the SAT, ACT, IB, AP and Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS). Additionally, I have tutored in multiple sciences, such as physics and biology. I very devoted to education and to intend to see to it that every student has the quality of education that I have been privileged to receive. Outside of school, I spend my free time shopping, trying new restaurants, doing yoga, and spending time with friends.

...math and science subjects. In the past, I have tutored middle school students for the ISEE to gain entry into prestigious private high schools. My students achieved top scores, despite the fact that each encountered different obstacles during their preparation. I have learned that tutoring is incredibly dynamic: every student is different in their capabilities and learning style. As a tutor, I strive to develop a strong rapport with each group and their families in...

My name is Kenya McKinney, I have been teaching for 9 years, I have a Bachelors of Science in Secondary Math Education from Oral Roberts University. I love math, puzzles, cooking and movies. Math hasn't always come easy to me, but I have learned to push through it and think about it in different ways to help me understand it, and I hope I can do the same for you.

...have been teaching for over 25 years starting with the U.S. Navy. I taught basic electricity and electronics and that's where my love of teaching began. I have taught Microsoft and Cisco products, as well. Even though I am a geek, I love music and I was a piano major at the University of Tennessee. I teach music now at a local charter school. I have been a substitute teach for 16 years for all...

I love to teach! Its my full time job. I know many students need extra help outside of the classroom.

Greetings! I look forward to meeting you. I have 16 years experience as a high school English teacher. I also taught for a year in Cambodia where I taught ESL to 1st, 3rd, 7th, and 10th graders. Although I have been teaching for a long time, each student is unique and teaches me something valuable. I am excited to meet all my new students and help them reach their academic goals.