
Tessa: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...is nothing like the satisfying moment of writing "Q.E.D." on a difficult proof. I'm a scholar of the Western canon, greatly influenced by great thinkers and writers of the past such as Plato, Virgil, Aquinas, and Anselm. I love to read and to discuss what I've read, and I heartily appreciate a good philosophical argument. Extracurricularly, I write musicals, one of which premiered at Yale last year, and attend Yale Political Union meetings to debate...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and History

Don: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...the highest compliments of my career. I find it my greatest goal to make sure that all students, from those seeking the highest standards to those struggling with basic skills, can understand themselves, can define their abilities, and can work forward to becoming all that they are meant to be. My years of teaching experience have helped prepare me with two important abilities: seeing language arts as a means to develop students' awareness and ability...
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Dordt College - Bachelors, English
Concordia University-Saint Paul - Masters, Education

Courtney: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...experiences have helped me develop a variety of strategies to adapt to different learners needs and learning styles. I tutor a wide range of subjects, such as ACT prep, math, writing, Spanish, and Latin. Whether the math section of the ACT is making you nervous or you need some extra help keeping up in Spanish, I am confident that together, well figure out how to meet your current academic goals and develop the skills you...
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Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish

Kimberly: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...every student, for instance, I looked for multiple approaches and helped my students understand which made the most sense for them. I also considered their personal background and interests to ensure that they would have the most positive learning experience possible, regardless of how they felt about the content we covered. In addition to my teaching experience, I have personal success on multiple standardized tests. I achieved exceptional scores on the SAT and GMAT and...
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University of Southern California - Bachelors, English

Aidan: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Arizona in 2015, with my B.A. in English and a minor in Classics. I have three and a half years of experience tutoring high school and college students, in a wide variety of subjects, including ACT, SAT, and GRE test prep, as well as many topics in the humanities. I challenge my students to push themselves beyond what they thought possible, and I am always happy to...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelors, English

John: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama

Tara: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...the leader is serving and taking into account the needs of those they lead, infuse discipline, and encourages a respect for all. This sort of empathy is not a hollowed shell that shakes conviction from a leader but rather a means for adopting the norms of the organization. In a posting by Wagner (2012), "Individuals must possess the ability to empower, and influence all team members; especially senior executives" (para 1). In the vein of...
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Delaware State University - Bachelors, English
Bowie State University - Masters, Reading Education

Frances: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
I'm an experienced teacher and tutor with a Bachelors in English from the University of Alabama and a Masters in Literature and the Humanities from St. Edward's University, looking to help my students share in my love of learning!... The answer is out there. I really do think that, no matter what the problem is, a solution can be found if we all work hard enough!... Discuss what subjects or concepts the student is struggling with,...
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The University of Alabama - Bachelors, English
St Edwards University - Masters, Humanities

Leonard: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...to defend their answers which teaches them that the correct response is often less important than the reasoning used to reach said response. I honestly believe that anyone can learn anything given enough time and patience. I try my best to not only be a teacher but also a role model to my students and to interact with them as people not just clients. Most importantly, I believe that being challenging, but also patient and...
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Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Math

Layan: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...studying and time management skills, and reading, writing, and critical thinking skills at any level. I love helping students find the way that works best for them to approach problem solving and learning. I am very interested in education and have experience working with both children and young adults in New York public schools as well as outdoor summer schools. I speak both French and Arabic and am learning Spanish, and in my free time...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology/Sustainable Development

Surina: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...subject. Having struggled in certain courses before, I understand how frustrated students might get if they are struggling to understand something that is not "sticking," and I try to make tutoring more interactive and fun to counteract that. Also, I focus on making sure students truly understand the concepts we are learning, rather than just memorizing facts in the moment. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing badminton, singing, and traveling to new cities...
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Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology and Psychology

Lucy: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...I edited papers on topics from Turkish prison reform to Faulkner to hemoglobin studies. This past summer, I traveled to 14 countries as part of the singing group Whim 'n Rhythm. On that trip, I taught a cappella, singing and choral workshops with students of all ages. It was incredible and hugely affirming -- music is truly a global language! My goal is to help my students become more comfortable writers, readers and critical thinkers...
Education & Certification
Yale College - Bachelors, English

Dana: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...language, rhetoric, English and world literature, as well as corresponding standardized test areas (GRE verbal and written, SAT and ACT verbal, AP language and literature). I also specialize in editorial and proof work, including admission essays and writing samples. My goal is to tailor each tutoring session to the student's needs and ambitions, and to use our time together to sharpen transferable skills, which will enable said student to tackle as wide a spectrum of...
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University of Southern Mississippi - Bachelors, English
University of Washington - Current Grad Student, English

Roseanna: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
I look forward to serving you on your academic journey. My mission is to support you in moving forward, overcoming obstacles, and reaching your intended goal.... "Learning is a treasure which accompanies its owner everywhere." Chinese Proverb
Education & Certification
California State University-Channel Islands - Bachelors, English

Ashley: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...different areas. This includes Academic Essays, Research Papers, Speeches, Creative Writing, Graduate Theses, and Personal Statements. I am also available to assist individuals for whom English is their second language. I have a passion for both language and deep Literary Analysis, and am available for English Reading and Writing assistance, as well as general homework help in Humanities and Proofreading. My teaching philosophy highly emphasizes collaboration: we will work together to improve in areas that...
Education & Certification
CSUS - Bachelor in Arts, English

Rob: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...to help them accomplish whatever goals they have in mind, be it an SAT score, a better writing style, or a new approach to studying history. I have helped hundreds of students with SAT preparation, and have worked both around the United States and internationally as a private tutor and college counselor, so I am familiar with many different types of students, from a wide variety of backgrounds, and the various difficulties they face. In...
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Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, English / History / Philosophy
Fordham University - Master of Arts, Philosophy

Jack: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...to text prep and history. As a Masters candidate for a Secondary English teaching degree, I am most passionate about tutoring English and History, and my high scores on the ACT (36), SAT (1570), and GRE (169) certify my aptitude for tutoring toward standardized tests. I love working with youth, especially high school students--so much that I've devoted my life to it! And I am committed to educational equity, helping students from all backgrounds and...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Philosophy and English
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Current Grad Student, Masters in Teaching--Secondary English

Mackenzie: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...in Tucson, AZ where I received my J.D. from the University of Arizona in May 2015. I graduated summa cum laude and was able to secure a judicial clerkship with the Arizona Supreme Court. A large part of my success academically has been the product of great tutors and mentors along the way, so I am excited about the opportunity to tutor in a broad range of subjects. When I'm not working, I'm busy traveling...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, Psychology & Spanish

Vinny: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...school plays where I devoted hundreds of after-school hours to rehearsing and performing classic childrens fairy tale stories or the required classroom educational plays. In high school, I discovered theories and philosophies behind my work, methods with which I could experiment, strategies to try out, and ideas to consider and above all, ideas that I could eventually teach to students. After high school, I attended UC Irvines Claire Trevor School of the Arts, and I...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Drama

Whitney: British Literature tutor
Certified British Literature Tutor
...graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Secondary English Education. I am pursuing my MFA at New York University in Musical Theatre Writing. As an educator in the field of secondary English education for the past four years, I have learned that students first need a support system in order to achieve their own greatness. I hope to be at least a small part of that support system as well as a source...
Education & Certification
Appalachian State University - Bachelor of Science, Secondary English Education
New York University - Master of Fine Arts, Graduate Musical Theatre Writing
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