Award-Winning AP English Literature and Composition Tutors serving Minnesota

...have lots of experience editing essays and working with students to improve their writing mechanics. I was also a teachers assistant for an English class where I helped students with grammar, finding themes in books, and developing strong thesis statements. Although I love writing, I am also passionate about mathematics and have taken math courses...

...Spanish/Public Health student at the University of Minnesota, IB Diploma Programme Recipient, and EMT in the Twin Cities. I love connecting with other students- both kids and adults- specifically in the subjects of writing, Spanish, English, Public Speaking, and other subjects specifically in the IBDP curriculum. I am so excited to meet you and tackle...

...students and aim to educate rather than just lecture. My approach is interactive to thoroughly test whether the information is being processed or not. I have over 17 years of teaching experience of both group and one-on-one settings. As a doctoral candidate and published author, I am very interested in finding solutions to how people...

...and History at Bethel University, and next year I'll enter a graduate program in English and Cultural Studies at McMaster University. I'm passionate about reading, writing, history, journalism, geography, and languages, and I have experience teaching/tutoring in all of these areas. From tutoring video editing to college students to leading an elementary English class in...

...well. Personally, I'm fascinated by the mechanics and psychology of storytelling and the way stories shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us. More than classroom instruction, I believe the best way to improve your writing is by reading and by practice. That's why I encourage a practical and hands-on approach to learning...

...job has helped me set up wonderful experiences living in Germany for the past two summers, during which I have learned countless lessons about the German language and culture. Previous to this position, I gained informal experience teaching and tutoring various other subjects at the high school and college levels. I like to emphasize that...

...difficulties and the immense responsibility. I believe anyone can succeed in this wonderful, vital field with the right support, encouragement, and education; EMS is a noble pursuit. Most of my professional experience lies with tutoring elementary students in core subjects, which pushed me to gain a skillset in teaching students who have different natural strengths...

...and living with HIV/AIDS at Housing Works in New York, and worked as a Teaching Assistant for introductory economics at Harvard. These roles have helped me develop a patient, goal-focused approach that centers on each learner's needs. Subjects I tutor include AP and college-level English Literature & Composition, Essay Writing & Editing (including college and...

...them better prepared for whatever they want to learn more about! I excel in English, Writing, and Literature but, I also enjoy tutoring other subjects! I like to make sure that my tutorees are learning concepts and strategies they can apply on their own so they can work individually in the future!

...Literature from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a B.A. in Spanish with Honors from the University of Michigan. I have 6 years experience independently tutoring students in Spanish. I have been studying Spanish for about 12 years and am comfortable tutoring AP Spanish, Spanish 1-4, composition, conversation, and grammar. I taught first and second year...

...which underscores my approach to teaching. I firmly believe in the power and agency of each student as an individual and work to empower students through learning. The specific techniques and tools that I use vary for each student, as I always tailor my approach to meet the different ways in which students learn best....

...is immensely rewarding. I want to help students recognize their internal resources to achieve and work through challenges. It's my goal to help students believe in themselves to reach their goals, make discoveries, and develop habits for lifelong learning. A bit more about me: In May 2018, I graduated from Grinnell College with a degree...

I have always enjoyed learning and am interested in sharing that interest with others.

...tutor, substitute teacher, entrepreneur, and author. I currently have a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, but have a diverse knowledge of multiple subjects, my favorite being the social sciences and English. Specializing with AVID, which stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination, allows me to work with individuals of varying backgrounds. Fun facts about me:...

...teaching music lessons for over 6 years now. Back in high school, I got a 36 on both English sections of my ACT, and a 4 on both my Spanish and Statistics tests. I currently teach a group creative composition class for young children in which they compose their own music, using materials which I...

...in Mandarin Chinese, and minored in Justice and Peace Studies. I see myself as a self-directed and intrinsically motivated lifelong learner. I hope to work with students to broaden their learning strategies and help them save time by learning to study smarter, not harder. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy going on long bike rides,...

...of tutoring is watching students make breakthroughs in areas that previously were a struggle. My teaching style is very student-oriented and participatory, allowing the student to direct where they would like to see progress and ensuring that the process is as engaging and interesting as possible while also providing structure and clear expectations. Outside of...

...with a passion for writing, books, and hockey. I also have a minor in Classical Languages (Latin) and plan to attend law school after graduation. I am a captain on Macalester's club hockey team and enjoy being involved in the team and in helping players who are new to the sport learn to love it...

...the same basic set of skills content, conventions, and style. Content is the idea that the writer is trying to communicate. Many students have great ideas that will make great content, and just need guidance to organize what they are trying to say. I can help students pinpoint what they are trying to express, and...

...of Minnesota. I am currently working on my dissertation, which focuses on the experiences of 17th- and 18th-century British women in the theatre. I have taught many classes including Introduction to Literature, Science Fiction/Fantasy, Shakespeare, and Freshman writing. I love to help students get a sense of why something matters to them, and how to...