Award-Winning AP English Literature and Composition Tutors serving Glendale, AZ

...reading a teen novella, or analyzing Shakespeare. There is much to be learned and offered from it. Initial enjoyment turned into serious study, and I earned my Bachelor and Master degrees and became a secondary English teacher. I have had much experience in the educational arena and have worked with varying age groups, skill levels, and course work. I have instructed from the middle school level to the collegiate level. Aside from my formal teaching...

...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 well as a...

...studying abroad in Madrid, Spain! I like to tell my students this because it shows how school can lead to exciting paths in the future. Beyond academics, I skateboard, play the guitar, and enjoy all the good things life has to offer. I believe teaching is a team effort, so I check with students periodically in each session to make sure they are following along. What works for one student might not work for another,...

...understand the material on a conceptual basis but to also help them develop strategies for learning and studying that best fit their unique ways of thinking. As a neurodivergent individual, I am passionate about accepting and accommodating all forms of learning and thinking and I understand that every student has unique educational needs. Outside of coursework and tutoring, I enjoy a variety of creative activities like singing, composing music, acting, and crocheting. When time permits,...

...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 out a red pen and begin editing. Instead, I prefer to have a conversation with the student to explain the "why" and "how" behind the necessary revisions so that we can improve the piece together. When I am...

...process of applying to Law School. I have tutored middle school and high school students in subjects ranging from 5th grade reading to geometry to the SAT. While I am happy and able to tutor a number of subjects, I am most passionate about Test Prep because these scores are very important to students, and I enjoy helping them to conquer the test and succeed. My teaching philosophy can be described as a coaching style...

...person who gets way too excited helping someone finally understand a confusing concept. I love seeing people have those "wait, I get it now" moments. I have tutored English Literature, US Government, US and World History, Japanese, and AP-level test prep (especially Calc AB, English Lang/Lit, and Social Studies exams). These are subjects I not only did well in, but actually enjoyed, which makes teaching them feel really natural. I also love helping students build...

...2012, working with students from K-12 and beyond, including college-level writing instruction. Currently, I'm preparing for a Master's in Social Work, driven by a desire to support individuals holistically. My tutoring philosophy is student-centered, focusing on active engagement and critical thinking to empower students to achieve their academic goals. I believe in creating a supportive learning environment tailored to each student's unique needs. Outside of academia, I enjoy cooking, travel, and exploring fields like psychology,...

I am a passionate learner who finds great reward in passing my knowledge on. I recently graduated from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education: English. My studies focused in American, British and Multi-ethnic literature. Specializing in how to motivate, educate and manage students of all learning levels and styles. I am qualified to tutor in the subject areas of reading, writing, & literature, & essay editing at a secondary level.... Students learn...

...giving guided tours of the museum. I tutor a great deal of subjects, and I would say that my core subjects are English, Literature, Public Speaking, and History. I enjoy connecting with young minds and helping them comprehend the materials that we are both studying. The learning process never ceases, and I cannot think of a more rewarding way to learn then through teaching others. I have a goal to help students with their studies,...

...life long learner. I believe there are no boring subjects, simply less entertaining ways to teach and learn them. I am passionate about everything I do, and I am especially excited about Literature and Writing. I think the power of language should never be underestimated, and if you can express yourself well, you not only grow in knowledge, you can also truly affect the world. Teaching has been my passion long before it became a...

...having won money in the latter game at multiple tournaments and consistently scoring low error rates as measured by computer analysis. One of the most crucial qualities in any tutor is an ability to adapt to the unique needs and temperament of each individual student. It is also necessary to see the student holistically, to be sensitive to the emotional side as well as the intellectual. The student must feel safe, which means being genuinely...

...of medical education for my Doctorate of Medicine (M.D.). I am currently applying for residency positions across the country and may one day be your doctor. I am deeply and profoundly interested in the psychology of human interactions and found that business management (Applied psychology) was one of the greatest ways for me to leverage my love of human interactions and the way that they work together as both a field to learn and teach...

...teach. I am a chronic adventure-seeker and a lifelong learner. My favorite aspect of the current landscape of education is the use and implementation of technology. It allows us to explore, connect and be free. With my current dissertation, I am hoping to prove that the modern student may actually learn more efficiently in an online environment. When I’m not teaching, my passion is spending time with my wife and my family traveling, fishing, surfing...

...have extensive experience having worked at Barrett, the Honors College in the Barrett Writing Center, for three full semesters. I have a passion for helping students find their words and spread their message to the world. My favorite part of tutoring is helping others express themselves, 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...

...and I am a graduate of Arizona State University with degrees in Biological Sciences (BS) and Philosophy (Morality, Politics and Law) (BA), as well as a minor in Political Sciences and a certificate in International Studies. I graduated early from BASIS Tucson North high school in 2016, having taken and passed 10 APs. I favor English and History, but am capable of doing up to Calculus 3, college level Biology, Organic Chemistry and AP Physics...

...subjects including English / language arts, reading comprehension, literature, writing, test preparation, and college application essays. I aim to inspire, to support, and to model a passion for reading and writing as a means of making the world a better place. Students thrive in positive, encouraging environments where they're pushed to think critically and take intellectual risks. I embrace a collaborative approach based on mutual respect. I emphasize goal-setting and self-assessment; tools which will benefit...

...my dissertation and much of my subsequent scholarship connects to the field of postcolonial studies, principally literary texts from South Asia. I feel deeply honored and constantly enthused to be part of a student's encounters with literature through high school and beyond. I have received various awards for teaching excellence, and though my teaching career so far tilts toward examining narratives in context, I have unusual added experience in helping to "test the new tests"...

...at the university tutoring center honed my ability to connect with students, allowing me to tailor my teaching methods to meet individual needs. I believe in fostering a supportive learning environment where understanding and communication are paramount. I strive to help students grasp the 'why' and 'how' behind concepts, rather than relying on memorization. My goal is to empower students to approach challenges with confidence. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading and exploring classic literature,...

I have a Ph.D. in Hispanic literature and have taught for almost 20 years (Spanish, literature, reading, writing, grammar, Latin American history, SAT and ACT prep, and introduction to humanities). I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds.