Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Poway, CA

...get to know each student's individual learning style and then to adapt my lesson plans to the student's needs. I am determined to help each student unlock their potential and find their love of learning through a positive learning environment that is challenging but also supportive. I have also had a lot of experience with the SAT's, AP exams, and the college process, and I look forward to sharing my tips and strategies with my...

...power of language and the written word is vital for human survival and success. I hope that I can be there to help you become more confident in the subject of English and therefore become more confident in school and the future. While I dedicate a great amount of my life to education, in my spare time I enjoy running, hiking, yoga, healthy eating, the arts, music, and watching movies with friends and family. I...

...with any and all aspects of writing and learning English: from building vocabulary and brainstorming ideas to constructing a well-thought thesis, learning how to research and cite sources to discovering and developing your own style and voice--these are just some of the techniques I have helped students master. My students have been wonderfully varied, ranging from absolute newcomers to the language to students preparing for undergraduate and graduate university programs. In addition to working as...

...student at the University of California, San Diego. I love science and math and, luckily, Bioengineering allows me to study everything from Cell Biology to Mechanics to Differential Equations. I regularly taught classical dance to a class of 15 young girls when I was in high school; breaking down dance steps for them really taught me how to deconstruct and convey ideas. I'm patient and logical and love to work with kids. Besides taking classes,...

...when I was younger, so I began helping my sister with special needs with her homework. This sparked my passion for teaching, as well as developed patience and understanding that everyone learns in different ways and at different speeds. I went on to graduate from high school, gain a double degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder in Finance and Communication, and earn my Masters from National University for Teaching. My experiences range from...

...the mechanics of Englishwhether as a first language or secondmy true love is Literature. As an undergrad at UCSD I tutored small groups of fellow students in writing fiction and poetry, leading workshops and facilitating peer critique. I was also one of two undergraduate students invited to enroll in UCSD's first MFA poetry workshop. In my spare time I love to read, write, ride bicycles, hike, surf, garden, cook, and travel. This summer I went...

...UC Santa Barbara where I received a BA in Political Science (International Relations), and two minors, including a minor in Professional Writing. I have spent over four years working as a student advisor in a variety of capacities. Moreover, I am currently studying for my LSAT; consequently I am all too familiar with the frustrations that accompany mastering difficult material. As such, I believe it is crucial that students be provided a variety of perspectives...

I am an energetic and passionate teacher, intensely interested in the individual learning abilities of my students. I aspire to help each one achieve his or her highest potential.

...student at the University of Redlands working towards a degree in creative writing. I have a strong background in general language arts and have tutored students of all ages in the past. I enjoy tutoring because I like helping students become comfortable in even the most strenuous academic settings. In my tutoring sessions, I aim for a casual-yet-firm approach, and I'm most at ease tutoring students in high-level language arts, with a special focus on...

...fit into everyday life. In teaching any subject I like to first explain the concept or problem in depth and then have the student teach it to me. I believe that when you are able to teach a subject, you understand it best and will perform better when tested. In my free time I enjoy playing guitar and listening to music. I also enjoy surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding. I also enjoy playing console and computer...

...English Major at the University of Pennsylvania. My specialization is in creative writing and theatre arts. I expect to graduate in May 2016. I have routinely made the Dean's list and my GPA is currently 3.7. I'm currently completing my last course as a long-distance independent study. I also scored a 2040 on my SAT's. Last year, I worked as a tutor in a classroom of high-school students at West Philadelphia. The focus of our...

...from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where I earned a dual degree in Communications and French and Francophone Studies. I am keenly passionate about education, and especially about language studies which I believe are essential to the advancement of a global society. My travels throughout Europe and Asia have inspired me as a language learner and teacher. In the course of my academic and professional career I have taught students around the world in a...

...to gain experience that they can use in real life. As a teacher at secondary schools, it is often challenging to keep track of the needs of every single student in the classroom. Yet, the rigorous education at German university to become a teacher has supplied me with a range of teaching methods and strategies and thus I have been able to recognize specific needs in students and to implement appropriate lesson plans that take...

...Diego Christian College in 2005 with a degree in Human Development. I have completed my credential courses at San Diego Christian College, and I am currently working on clearing my credential through UCLA. I have taught at the elementary level as a full-time Teacher and as a Substitute. I have experience with full size classrooms and small groups for Reading and Math support. I also have experience working with English Language Learners, developing their reading...

...of Clarion University of Pennsylvania. I received my Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Special Education there. Since graduating from college, I was an elementary special education for four years in South Carolina. I specifically taught Reading, Written Expression, and Math intervention. My teaching/tutoring philosophy is that all children have the ability to learn and succeed and it is my job to figure out what learning style works best to help them achieve success. In...

...woman working in the realm of Sales & Marketing for Starwood Hotels & Resorts. I have always had a passion for academia and helping others; this is why I have selected the opportunity to work with Varsity Tutors. From the time I was in elementary school I have participated in tutoring, test prep, academic counseling, and other activities. My strongest areas include: Writing, all levels of English Language and Literature, History, and all elementary and...

...teacher, it is my passion to reach all of my students by meeting their unique needs. I believe in using various techniques to tailor instruction to the needs of my students in order to encourage and motivate them to reach their goals. I tutor all elementary subjects, ISEE prep, Literature, and Essay Editing. My passion and specialty is teaching reading. My goal is to instill a love for reading in my students because books allow...

...I worked for a supplemental tutoring service company called A Better Tomorrow Education, and this was my first time tutoring 1-on-1. This experience allowed me to discover and reinforce skills in education assistance not only in such a face-to-face environment, but also with younger clients. Toward the summer, all of my students I was assigned eventually thanked me for helping them with their studies and giving them advice. It were moments like these that remind...

...solving, storytelling, Math, organization, and study skills, while pertaining to the open curriculum of "La Clase Magica". I have also tutored elementary-aged children through the YMCA Mentorship program focusing on daily homework tasks and study skills. Since graduation, I have spent the last year living and working in Washington, DC in the nonprofit sector. I thoroughly enjoyed my work but realized I needed to return to my roots in education. I really enjoy time spent...

...over ten years of tutoring experience, and I like to engage all learners into the culture to inspire them to succeed in their current Spanish class and to continue on for mastery of the language. Apart from teaching Spanish, I have also taught English at the Secondary level. I have the same passion for the English language as I do for the Spanish language. I have studied and taught literary classes in both English and...