Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Tucson, AZ

"I am so adjective, I verb nouns." I believe relationships are more important than test scores, and people more important that numbers, budgets, or grades. But if we have to play along with this this game, we may as well play with skill.... The guiding question I always ask myself while teaching is, "How can I support students to face their challenges and fears so they can take on cultural activity that awakens rather than anesthetizes...

...help you cultivate your God-given talents and intelligence! You have the tools. I'm only here to help you use them. I love tutoring because I love to see people see their strengths and grow. It's important to me that people know English doesn't have to be boring or hard to comprehend. When others succeed, I'm overjoyed. I'm skilled in topics such as English, creative writing, grammar, reading, writing linguistics, literature, ESL, critical theory, ACT test...

I am a life-long educator who loves tutoring and teaching children and youth. I have been fortunate to have had a career full of learning in secondary school and college. It's my passion to share some of what I've learned with you and to help you to excel in your areas of study.

...for a couple years, but I enjoy one-on-one tutoring much more. I have been tutoring independently and through VarsityTutors for about four years now and have ample experience with all aspects of the SAT and ACT. Outside of work and school, I enjoy playing board games and video games. It's my favorite way to spend time with my wife and close friends. I am also a soccer fan, especially of the US Men's National Team.

...Hawaii Time." I am experienced in TV and film writing, improvisational comedy and sketch writing. I coach students in public speaking, broadcast performance, acting and how to develop more personal charisma. I have a BS in Humanities from Thomas Edison, a Masters in Communication from Greenwich University, a Masters in Creative Writing and Screenwriting from National University and a PhD in Pastoral Counseling Psychology from the University of Sedona. I enjoy working with animals, volunteering...

...to high school physics and chemistry. TESTS: Standardized exams: ACT, GRE, PSAT, SAT, GMAT, and many high school AP subjects). For grad school entrance exams, I am strongest with the verbal and writing sections, but also comfortable with quantitative sections. For the military ASVAB test, I can tutor every topic except engineering. OTHER SERVICES: Planning and editing papers up to graduate-level theses, designing research projects, and preparing applications for college admissions, scholarships, IRB, etc. Training...

...of teaching when its constructive. My service in the Air Force has given me a degree of structure, but I mostly enjoy informal learning environments- Ive found that it removes pressure and allows for confidence to grow. For the purpose of this site, my particular expertise is anything English, to include literature, grammar and syntax, proficiency in writing, literacy (young and adult), and English as a second language. Because of my linguistic background, I am...

...I am passionate about education! I currently work for Boys and Girls Clubs of Tucson, but I have been tutoring since the age of 16 and I still love to make time for it. I have tutored people from the age of 3 to over 50 in a variety of subjects. While English is my passion and where my expertise lies, I am also a very capable study skills and test prep tutor. I look...

...academics, I am a bookworm and an avid consumer of movies and TV. I also love to read comic books and write my own stories. I am an artist, and I mainly like to paint and draw. Finally, I have a little garden that I tend to every day, and I harvest my herbs to make teas and natural medicines. Education is my passion, and I would be honored to help you achieve your learning...

...working out. I also worked as a summer camp counselor and program director for six years. I love working with all kinds of students, particularly EFL learners and new writers who want to improve on their ability to communicate and express their ideas. I also worked on a minor in Spanish during my undergrad. When I was 17, I graduated early from high school and spent two months in Guatemala at a Spanish language school....

I like teaching one-on-one sessions because it is an effective and rewarding learning format. I search for different ways to help my students achieve progress. The underlying, essential goal in teaching the French language is to establish in my students an ongoing interest and desire to learn. There is never a reason to get embarrassed or ashamed. I am here to help and motivate you! If there is a desire, there is a way!... I always...

I am passionate and committed to education.

...Translation and Interpretation and minoring in Creative Writing. My favorite subjects to tutor are geometry and writing, as well as the SAT. I like to tutor geometry because I understand that while it comes naturally to me but algebra took a while for me to fully grasp, many people are the exact opposite. I greatly enjoy helping people along the road to that understanding in geometry. My love for writing comes from a similar place,...

...English-speakers, so it was rewarding to lay the foundation with students who had never spoken the language before. My grammar expertise as an English Language Arts teacher served me well as my students got to the point where they could begin constructing their own original sentences. Next summer, I may take on Introduction to French! I enjoy teaching and tutoring English Language Arts at the high school, college, and adult level. ELA covers a wide...

...technology, and career development, I am able to offer materials and guidance that are relevant, innovative, and impactful. I take pride in my ability to connect with students, build trust, and foster an environment where learning is not only about grades but about growing as a thinker and a problem solver. My goal is to help students achieve their academic objectives while laying the groundwork for a fulfilling and successful future. If you are looking...

...writing, or simply practicing their conversational skills. I especially enjoy helping students with the early stages of non-L1 language acquisition (in either English, Spanish, or German). Something about this stage in the process of learning a language is especially stimulating and fun. The learning curve is steep, and I get to find out a students' particular ways of acquiring a language. Outside of class, I like hiking around the Tucson area, hanging out with my...

...tutor to middle school kids for three years in high-school. My goal in tutoring is to not only teach students the specific content but teach them why that learning matters! I honestly believe learning is a lifelong process and I hope that through working together with all of my students I can inspire the same love of learning which I have always held. High School: - I competed in speech and debate with a speciality...

...grading worksheets for them. Throughout school, I continued to take every opportunity to assist friends and classmates. Now, in graduate school, I have had the opportunity for training in teaching strategies and philosophy, as well as hands-on work assistant teaching undergraduate psychology courses. I find that I am best at teaching test taking strategies, particularly for the SAT and GRE, and I excel at English focused tasks. Apart from teaching, I have 3 dogs and...

...to work with people. I was also accepted to medical school after college. In addition, I worked as a Research Assistant at the Institute for International Economics in Washington DC for two years. Also, I volunteer with the Pima County Environmental Education Department. I assist with leading nature walks and presenting educational programs to school children. I seek to share my passion for learning. My joy is when the lightbulb goes off in the student...

As an experienced educator with diverse populations and age groups I am an excellent candidate for tutoring. I enjoy working with students and developing a plan to improve their skills and confidence in whatever challenges they may face. I love reading, traveling, walking, and learning about new people, cultures and places. ... My teaching philosophy is that every person and student is capable of learning. My job as a tutor and teacher is to build confidence...