Top AP English Literature and Composition Tutors serving Catalina Foothills
Margaret: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...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. In college, I participated in...
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, English
Indiana University - Masters, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Kevin: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...graphic designer, photographer, and actor. I've voiced characters for Disney+ shows, toured in musical performances, and have had my artistic work seen by thousands! Throughout all this, I've had the pleasure of teaching, coaching, and mentoring all kinds of people. From small group leadership in religious organizations to workshops provided through theatre/arts organizations, I've had the chance to come alongside all manner of learners. I love getting the chance to help learners of all kinds...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Jasmine: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...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 4 cats, a flourishing...
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Northern Arizona University - Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Verbal: 790
GRE Verbal: 163
Barb: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
I bring an energetic, fun experience to learning that helps you better absorb the information. I have obtained a doctorate in psychology, which allows me to easily adapt to your learning style and adapt quickly when need be. I have taught and proctored for over 20 years and nothing makes me happier than when I see that a student has grasped a new concept.
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Utrecht University - Doctorate (PhD), Forensic Behavioral Psychology
Kendra: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...a PhD in English from Northwestern University and became a writing/literature professor at University of Arizona. The most fulfilling part of my work was helping my students realize that, yes, they could write their essays and papers!--even when they had been convinced they couldn't. I ended up teaching and tutoring many different kinds of writing, so I am able to "speak" business, legal, academic, and even creative writing. It's wonderful that I can now help...
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Mount Holyoke College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Northwestern University - Doctor of Philosophy, English
Cassy: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...stories and the written word, so English is another favorite subject of mine. I generally approach tutoring as an opportunity to teach students how to study and learn rather than to teach them information directly. This means that I ask a lot of questions and help students find the answer on their own. Hence, my goal with tutoring is to help the student develop enough skill at learning to make the tutoring unnecessary. I am...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 780
Jacob: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...help your brain retain information better than typing it. I believe in-person learning to be more effective because it allows the tutor to actually experience what a student is like so that the tutor can more easily adjust teaching metods. Though I prefer to work this way, I can't meet every student in person. And if a student truly needs my help this way, we can discuss possible online sessions. I have volunteered the Poisoned...
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Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 33
Daniel: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...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 effective studying, test-taking, and...
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Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Rachel: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...their test scores! Learning takes patience and time, and I can provide you with the resources and aid you need to be the best you can be! I specialize in helping students be organized and approach daunting topics. I understand how difficult it can be to work with a teacher or someone who feels out of your reach, and I hope to not only be more relatable to you than your teachers, but also to...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 750
SAT Writing: 750
Rene: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
I am passionate about many different topics and subjects. I believe education should be fun and accessible and I can't wait to help you.
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Film Production
Michael: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...of big ideas through History. After returning to Tucson, I completed a teaching credential in secondary (7th-12th) education from Pima Community College. With my MA, I am most qualified to teach Philosophy; however, I am "highly qualified" according to the State of Arizona to teach a wide range of subjects, including English, Social Studies, History, Middle School General Sciences, Geography, and Political Science/American Government. I taught English, Health, Ancient Civilizations, Geography, and World History as...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
University of Colorado Boulder - Master of Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 35
William: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...North Carolina Governor's School I found that I enjoy teaching students at all levels, from middle school through advanced undergraduate. I tutor many subjects, most especially essay writing and editing, grammar and mechanics, reading comprehension and critical thinking, public speaking, Spanish language, study skills and organization, and U.S. history and politics. The courses I have designed and taught at the University of Arizona have been cross-listed in economics, mathematics, psychology, political science, law, and family...
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Philosophy
University of Arizona - Masters, Cognitive Science & Philosophy
Taylor: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...while still helping you solidly nail all the requirements. My teaching philosophy can be summed up to the following adage: "When the student is ready, the teacher appears." I am here to help students find their own inner teacher, and often I use the Socratic Method to help students access their own creativity, logic, and critical thinking instincts. A good tutor is a guide, not an expert. Although I have expert skills, the point is...
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George Washington University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English
University of Arizona - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Anwyn: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
I am currently student teaching 7th grade English in Tucson. My educational journey at Northern Arizona University to become a certified teacher with a degree in psychology is nearly complete. I have experience tutoring students with various abilities and interests for differing lengths of time. I look forward to meeting you!
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Northern Arizona University - Current Undergrad, Secondary Education English and Psychology
Scarlet: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...as well as Mexican history prior to the 20th century. When studying anthropology I focused on archaeology, and have some field experience from that time. If you have any historical or anthropological questions outside of what I've mentioned, I will do my best to get you the correct answers. I have passed AP European history, and though I never took AP World History in high-school, I have plenty experience instructing it and the overall concepts....
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Florida State University - Bachelor in Arts, History
William: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...practices. I've experimented with how film and sound act as a processing event for elucidating feelings / textures / topographies language cannot. this inter-work (play) helps illuminate aesthetic and conceptual obstacles I can share with my students as they are learning their relationship to writing. In the classroom I emphasis the importance of process, revision, and experimentation. failure, in writing, is a necessity. I continue to investigate my experiences in terms of their humanity.
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Northeastern University - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Arizona - Master of Arts, Creative Writing
Tara: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...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 friends (and my friends'...
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University of Arizona - Bachelors, German Studies
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 32
Peter: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...door to a new career with opportunities to administer a college prep program for high school students, teach at a community college and become a Master Tutor at the university level. My total focus is on student success which involves student-led learning in the tutor-tutee relationship and helps identify student learning skills and preferences. The ultimate goal is student understanding of and enthusiasm for the required concepts and materials in any given learning situation.... Engaging students...
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John Carroll University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
University of Arizona - Masters, Higher Education
Matthew: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, 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...
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University of Arizona - Bachelors, English & Creative Writing
Makenna: Catalina Foothills AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Catalina Foothills, AZ
...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 goals.
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, German Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 750
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