Certified Tutors From Houghton College

...I teach MCAT review courses and love engaging students in the long and difficult process. I plan on attending medical school a I am excited and passionate about a career in medicine. Along with academics I love to read for fun and play soccer. I played varsity soccer for four years in high school, and...

...communicating in Spanish and across cultural lines. I am also qualified to teach ESL/ESOL as I have previously tutored both in the US and in Spain. My training in several foreign languages broadens my understanding of the language learning process and has helped me understand learning styles and to craft my session to best assist...

...though I get most excited about Literature, Writing, and developing an individual's capacity to learn. I seek to personalize each student's educational experience, as I believe that learning happens best when a student is engaged and takes ownership of her/his learning. My hobbies include writing music, writing words, travel, long walks, acquiring degrees, and helping...

...that everyone is capable of learning, and will gain confidence as they accomplish small learning goals. If the goals are too broad, the learning experience will be too overwhelming and the student may lose confidence in his or her abilities. I enjoy research, learning new things, and helping others reach their learning goals. Outside of...

...background in both math/science and English language arts. (For example, if a student loves math but struggles with writing, I can help him or her understand writing rules by using analogies from algebra class--or vice versa!) Also, because I am state certified in both elementary and secondary education (and have extensive experience helping college students...

...it is exciting to help a student progress in a subject which they may not have much experience in. My tutoring style greatly depends on the student I am working with. Usually this does not include very much lecturing on my part--instead I like to work through problems with the student. Depending on their confidence...

...of learning backgrounds and abilities, so I am very comfortable with diversity in every way. My professional experience in the classroom gives me a good idea of the expectations placed on students throughout school. School is tough (especially standardized testing), but you can do it. I'm looking forward to learning with you soon!... In order to get to know a student better, I would ask questions about their own learning styles and the content they are...

...mi perfil. Estoy emocionada para ensenar y ayudar en lo que puedo. Hello, my name is Shannon Derby. Welcome to my profile. I am excited to teacher and to help in what areas that I can. I have a passion for the Spanish language and culture, as well as a passion for teaching. Please feel...

Hello! My name is Hannah Jackson and I'm an experienced English, writing, and ESL tutor. I have a B.S. in TESOL and a M.A. in Applied Linguistics and I have tutored and taught at three universities as well as at the elementary and adolescent levels. I enjoy reading and spending time outdoors

...to find their voices in writing, to find their own unique styles. I love taking rough, unformed essays or articles and making them concise and well-polished. Outside of tutoring, I am a folk musician, an environmental activist, and a birder (yes, birding is an actual hobby!) I'm also an avid traveler; I've been to over...

Hi, I am Jon Ballard and I am a recent applied Physics Graduate from Houghton College. This has given me exceptional experience in high school and college math and sciences. I would love to help you succeed and meet you goals in these challenging courses!

...with students to find new ways for them to learn material and help them better understand. I am best at physics and math which tend to be harder subjects so my goal is to spin it around and make these topics fun and interesting instead of useless and stressful. Would love to have the opportunity...

...I double majored in Chemistry and Physics. Throughout my schooling, I have developed a passion not only for science, but also for helping others grasp these exciting but difficult concepts. I have served as a teaching assistant in graduate school and undergrad, as well as a peer tutor since high school. I hope to not...

...of my education, I have been involved in teaching/tutoring. This experience varies from working the IT help desk as an undergrad to tutoring student athletes to serving as a graduate assistant/teaching assistant for various business courses. I love to learn and try to help others enjoy the learn(ing) as well! In between my academic stints,...

...make the subjects accessible to all learners. This involved whole class instruction, small group work, and one on one counseling, as well as additional work with individual students after school hours. In addition to this, I volunteered as a tutor for Journey's End Refugee Services. I worked with both children and adult English Language Learners....

...have been inspiring students of all ages to read, write, speak and understand Spanish. I have my NC Educator's License in K-12 and studied abroad in Costa Rica during my time at Houghton College. I love seeing the light bulb go off when working with my students and students growing in confidence.

...with a teaching certification in ESL. I specialize in middle school, high school, and adult education. I engage learners with lessons tailored to their needs and interests and try to make learning fun and interactive. I am patient and as an ESL and special education teacher I give my students lots of opportunities for repetition...

...of subjects, I find particular fulfillment in teaching phonics, fluency, reading comprehension, and mathematics. I have experience in teaching mainly kindergarten through 4th grade with a focus on special education. Beyond academia, my interests extend to football, cooking, and reading a thrilling novel. Whether immersing myself in literature, exploring the great outdoors, or pursuing creative...

...number on your forehead and call it good- if you need more time to understand a topic, we will. I personally like using an I do, we do, you do method to help build traction and understanding with a problem or topic. I also like making up catch phrases to help remember certain topics and...

...online to children and adults. I tutor many subjects, and I especially have a love for Spanish and elementary levels. I homeschool my children and enjoy helping children love to learn. In my spare time, I enjoy reading non fiction books so I can learn new things about a variety of subjects. I also love...