Top AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Philadelphia
Samantha: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
As a college student studying to be an elementary school teacher, I have learned how to engage students in their learning by making them active participants. I believe that students learn by doing and a teacher is there to encourage and guide the students through each step of the way!... I believe that learning can be a complex process, and students need to be an active participant. The role of a teacher is to encourage and...
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Rowan University - Current Undergrad, Elementary Education; History; American Studies
Lauren: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...from UPenn and dual undergraduate degrees in Business Administration and English from SUNY Geneseo. I studied Shakespeare and the modern novel (think James Joyce) at Oxford University and architecture at the University of Texas at Austin. I know a little about a lot of things, but I love teaching/tutoring English and English lit. My fundamental educational values and beliefs are: 1. All students can learn. Informed by the research behind growth mindset, positive psychology, brain...
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SUNY Geneseo - Bachelor in Arts, English
The University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Education
Kathryn: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
Hi! I'm Katie, and I'm a certified social studies teacher in Maryland and Pennsylvania. I taught 8th grade U.S. history in Maryland for a year, 9th grade world history and AP Government in Philadelphia for a year, and am currently teaching 12th grade ELA in Philadelphia.
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Washington College - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Education
Alexandria: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...MA in English and Creative Writing from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. I'm an author with multiple manuscripts written and am in the process of getting them ready for publishing. I have a passion for helping students learn of their love for writing and reading as ways to learn about the world around them and helping them express themselves. I have traveled internationally and worked at ESL Sports & English Camps; taught ESL courses...
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University of Nebraska at Kearney - Master of Science, English
Jessica: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...impact on the life of a student. I have seen this firsthand throughout my life. As a student, I learned how to read and write critically because I had teachers who cared, and who invested themselves in my education. Because of these teachers, I have dedicated myself to the education of others. As a tutor, there is nothing more gratifying than having a student report back that a paper got an A, or that a...
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Brandeis University - Bachelors, English
University of Massachusetts-Lowell - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
Shua-Kym: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...skill that I've tried to teach a student in these past four years, gets better with practice. I'm thankful to have attended a high school that allowed me the opportunity to offer academic support to my peers. There were no material incentives - the rewards were intrinsic. Thus, I learned to love teaching for its own sake. When I came to college, the opportunities only expanded. I was able to support myself through the first...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 730
Erik: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...am deeply passionate about tutoring and teaching more generally. Knowledge has allowed us to build skyscrapers and fly to the moon, and to learn more about the human condition - it is my ultimate aim to be a clear, concise, and motivating educator. I had the pleasure of attending the University of Pennsylvania and earning a bachelors degree in physics. There, I was lucky enough to survey many subjects aside from math and physics including...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 800
Noah: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
Hi! My name is Noah, and I'm currently a junior at Rutgers University, majoring in finance. I've always had a passion for helping others succeed academically, and I believe that learning is most effective when it's personalized and engaging.
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Finance
James: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...teche." Chaucer's quote from Canterbury Tales also happens to be the motto of my alma mater, Illinois State University. I earned my Bachelor's in English and taught for a few years before returning for a Master's in Education. Although I taught students at the secondary level for a long time, I wasn't always a teacher. I was also a writer for newspapers and syndicated magazines. One of my treasured opportunities included collaborating with a mystery novelist...
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Illinois State University - Master of Arts, Education
Carrie: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I am a new graduate of Drexel University's accelerated BSN program. I received my first degree in English Literature with a minor in history from Temple University and was a member of their honors program. During high school I took all honors and AP level courses. I am happy to help with reading comprehension, essay writing, or standardized test prep. I look forward to working with you!
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Tennessee Temple University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Matthew: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...from the University of Pennsylvania, I have been a private tutor for learners of all ages and nationalities over the last decade. I have taught one-on-one, as well as in groups at tutoring centers. I teach ELA, math, test prep, and writing skills, with my favorite subject being writing. My personal philosophy for tutoring is to help each student find their passion for learning, and always trying to relate the material to what my students'...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor, Cinema Studies
Renee: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and specifically literatures and languages. I have experience as an ESL teacher for young children and teens, as well as experience working as a Writing Consultant at my undergraduate institution. I also spent all four years of my undergraduate career volunteering as an SAT tutor for local high schoolers. Beyond this, I have experience both as a private and public Spanish tutor. I love to help students reach their educational and personal goals in any...
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Colgate University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Princeton University - Doctor of Philosophy, Spanish and Iberian Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 770
Eion: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...at Penn State College of Medicine! I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh (Hail to Pitt!) in 2021 with a Bachelor of Arts in English writing and a minor in chemistry. Throughout college, I was an undergraduate teaching assistant for biology, and I also worked as an elementary and high school tutor. As a medical student with a background in English writing, I am not only experienced in the biological and chemical sciences but also...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Sam: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...enjoyable for students. At times, it will be challenging and boring, but the overall process ought to be somewhat exciting and satisfying. Not all educators have the ability to create an enjoyable learning environment this could be due to large class sizes, limited class time, lack of resources, or inadequate training. As a tutor, I use the unique opportunities of one-on-one and small group sessions to form personal connections with students, in an effort to...
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Messiah College - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Drexel University - Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 32
ACT Science: 35
Chang-shin: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Mandarin Chinese and Asian philosophy are my passions. I have more than 1000 hours of teaching experience to professional clients. My clients include the employees of the Pentagon, Department of State, Agriculture, and Intelligent Agency, professors of U-Penn, U Michigan & North Carolina, and traditional students from graduate, undergraduate, and high school. Mandarin Chinese is my native language. I was born and educated in Taiwan. My B.A. degree (major in Philosophy), and first M.A. (major...
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NAtional Chengchi University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Temple University - Doctor of Philosophy, Religion
Madeleine: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I tutor SAT/ACT, computer science, math, English, Spanish, Korean, French, and history. I believe in consistent effort. I believe that math is a language in the same way that English is a language and that everyone is able to be competent at both. I graduated from UPenn with a double major in Computer Science and English.
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Dina: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...am a graduate with a Neuroscience degree from the College of William and Mary. I also attended Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology and participated in several math tournaments throughout my time in grade school. My tutoring interests range from SAT Math to Algebra to Chemistry. I have over 100 hours of previous tutoring experience working with students from age 5 to 18. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends,...
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College of William and Mary - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 780
Catherine: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I believe that learning is a truly individual experience, and that tutoring gives students the opportunity to learn and incorporate information in fresh, personal ways. I have considerable experience working with students of all ages, from K-12 to second-careers. I bring a broad humanities education, having done a liberal-arts Bachelors at the prestigious College of William & Mary, "the alma mater of the nation," and recently graduated with my Masters from Princeton Theological Seminary.
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College of William and Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Princeton Theological Seminary - Master's/Graduate, Divinity
Nicole A.: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...after I completed my first semester as a pre-medical student. At the time, I was majoring in Psychology and minoring in pre-medical sciences at Temple University. Being in such a rigorous program enabled me to bond with my classmates, who I would have the remainder of my undergraduate career, on another level of education: independence and trust. Each of us would gather after class and on the weekends to help each other study, or tutor...
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Temple University - Bachelor in Arts, Clinical Psychology
Anna Nicole: Philadelphia AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...I am ready to help you succeed! If you're trying to achieve your goals, I totally understand your desire to learn and the need to have someone there to help you out. I couldn't keep up with the class as a kid. After a few years, I had developed the ability to focus and organize myself so that I would be able to succeed in the classroom in college. Lifelong learning is a habit that...
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The Art Institute of Philadelphia - Bachelor in Arts, Photographic, Film, and Video Technology
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