Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Madison, WI

...then can I see what they need help understanding and how best to approach explaining it to them by building on their strengths. I think it's important to allow students time to think about problems and try to approach them on their own before giving them guidance so that they can develop confidence in their own ability to approach similar challenges independently. I have many hobbies outside of my academic pursuits. I enjoy reading a...

...College, I was a Laboratory Assistant helping biology 101 students understand the lab environment and how to use the tools available to them to ask complex biological questions and solve problems. As a Biology and Computer Science Teaching Assistant, I enjoyed organizing and hosting exam review sessions and office hours for Physiology students and Introductory Computer Science. I also joined the peer tutoring space in college where I tutored genetics, physiology, and mathematics. After graduating,...

...graduation, I have been working as a scientist in cancer biology. My passion for science continues to grow and I would love to share that passion via tutoring. In addition to science, I am a passionate speaker and learner of Spanish. I minored in Spanish and have travelled to a variety of Hispanic countries including studying in Spain. I understand the importance of education and how tutoring and accessibility are core components of academic success.

...introduced to teaching while pursuing, and eventually completing, my Ph.D. in analytical chemistry. Teaching in a lecture setting was a largely impersonal process. I wanted to teach in a setting where the student was comfortable asking questions, which is not an easy task in a large classroom. Teaching for me has always been more rewarding when doing so in a one-on-one setting. In this scenario, I can easily tailor the lessons to the needs and...

...power of knowledge and the confidence it brings. I became the youngest person certified in First Aid/CPR/AED by the American Red Cross at age 8, which ignited my dedication to teaching others. By 16, I became a certified instructor for the Red Cross and have since earned certification as an instructor trainer. Currently, I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion/Health Equity at the University...

...classroom, as a private tutor, in a local community center, and on online platforms. I love tutoring all subjects, and I'm especially passionate about teaching math. As a tutor, I work to meet each student where they're at by helping them find connections between existing knowledge and new subjects. I believe every student can find passion, motivation, and empowerment in education, and I love helping students develop the knowledge and skills to get there.

Graduate of Temple University with a Bachelor of Sciences in Mathematics and a minor in Spanish Language. Throughout high school and university, my educational passions were sparked by a handful of dedicated tutors, professors, and teachers. It is my philosophy to pass on the passion for learning that was instilled in me by my mentors.

...high school/AP English, ACT prep, SAT prep, and as a graduate teaching assistant at my university. I have several years of tutoring and teaching experience working with clients from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of goals and challenges, and I have used that experience to develop the strongest pedagogy possible, in order to accommodate the needs of all my clients. I look forward to meeting and working with your student!... My teaching philosophy...

...helped friends, classmates, and roommates throughout my schooling. In a more official setting, I have tutored collegiate students in Computer Science and Data Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where I also obtained my bachelors in Computer Science in three years. I was the VP of Engineering at the UW Software Development Club, and I have tutored students in Java, Python, C, and a tiny bit in SQL, but my own experience extends to the...

I am studying Economics and Business with a Spanish minor at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math and Spanish for elementary and middle school students. I look forward to working with you!

...high school history teacher, a college English teacher in Turkey through the Fulbright Student Program, and created and executed professional development workshops in two West Philadelphia schools while working as part of the University of Pennsylvania's Netter Center for Community Partnerships. These experiences have provided me with the ability to adhere to the needs of a variety of learners. Currently, I am finishing up my M.A in history at the University of Cincinnati and will...

...I graduated in 2015 from Brigham Young University with a B.S. in English Education. I currently work as a high school English teacher in Madison, Wisconsin! I am currently certified to teach English at the 6th through 12th grade level. I have taught both in -person and online courses. You can see examples of my lessons (some including videos!) at msjibson.tumblr.com. When I am not working, I enjoy reading, biking, and meandering around the internet...

...doesn't!?! Well, I plan to help in this endeavor. I have been tutoring and teaching English, writing, literature, reading, ESL, music, and the humanities and social sciences for nine years now. I have a bachelors degree in Philosophy and Music Theory, and I have an MA in English, with an emphasis in Writing, Rhetoric, and Discourse studies. I also have an MA Certificate in TESOL (teaching ESL). In addition, I consider myself a amateur historian...

...been able to pursue my passion for languages and literature in my career as well as my studies. I have taught English as a second language, critical reading, grammar, and academic and professional writing to students of diverse backgrounds and proficiency levels, including incoming university students, business professionals in South Korea, and fifth and sixth graders in south side Chicago. I am especially excited when I get to help students work on their writing skills,...

...and purpose that comes with helping others do the same. I take great pride in developing individualized tutoring programs for my students based on their specific needs and goals. I previously taught high school for several years and also have tutoring experience in a wide variety of subject areas. At this time, I focus almost exclusively on assisting students seeking top scores on graduate admissions exams, including the GRE, GMAT and LSAT. In my free...

...student or one who is looking for an edge in applying to college, I am eager to provide whatever I can to provide the best opportunity for individualized success! I have my Bachelor's degrees in both History and Communication Studies from Furman University--a selective, private liberal arts university located in Greenville, SC, and am currently finishing up a Master's in Divinity. I graduated with my double Bachelor's magna cum laude, and worked in the Office...

...sophomore year of college, I made the decision to get on track to pursue speech therapy as my career out of my love of mentoring and fascination with language. I had my own humble beginnings in South Florida juggling AP tests and marching band at Cypress Bay High School, where I first had the opportunity to learn from and teach my peers subjects ranging from Calculus to English Literature to Jazz Theory. I will be...

...in high-pressure situations. My primary teaching philosophy is to look at each student as an individual. Rather than seeing students as a collective whole that can best be served by implementing uniform methods of teaching, I think of tutoring as something that needs to be modified to fit each student's individual learning style and way of interacting. If I'm not tutoring, I enjoy singing, exploring Seattle's vibrant neighborhoods and food scene, and writing fiction.

...substantial weight of the LSAT in the admissions process, however, I am particularly passionate about helping students master this test. I know from personal experience that the LSAT can be frustrating, but I will help students to break down each section and minimize the test's intimidation factor. With patience, repetition, and an understanding of how the test writers think, the LSAT can become predictable and even enjoyable. I want to help students get to that...

...about English, Literature, History, Spanish, and Government/Social Studies. Through my experiences helping struggling students and peers, I have realized the value of adaptability. Most people reach out to a tutor because the traditional classroom method is not best suited for their learning needs. There is nothing more joyful than when a student finally understands the material in a way that makes sense to them. Many times, students need flexibility and patience in order to grasp...