Crescentia
Certified Tutor
...They taught me how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide without ever picking up a piece of paper or pencil. They used objects. I embraced this teaching style when I worked in several tutoring positions throughout my college career. The subject I taught most often was calculus. Prior to using any formulas, I would draw...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Phsyics
Masters, Psychology
Terry
Certified Tutor
...world around me. Through my teaching of writing, as well as my own writing and reading, I delve into the hearts of many different souls, each with a perspective that I do not have. My purpose in teaching writing, speaking, acting, literature, and humanities is to draw that individual perspective out of each student who...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Speech
Masters, English
ACT Composite: 32
Teresa
Certified Tutor
Hello! This is my eighth year as a university instructor and I love working with fellow learners. My expertise is in literature, reading, and writing. I have also worked with young learners, from pre-K through elementary, and into middle and high school. I am a mom, and love working with kids!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, English
Master of Arts, General Literature
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Philosophy, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General
ACT Reading: 33
Spenser
Certified Tutor
...a research career in biology, and most recently graduated from Northern Michigan University with my master's degree. My personal strengths and interests lie in animal biology, ecology, and statistical analysis. I have a strong passion for helping others engage in and understand science, and am experienced at instructing at the college level.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Biology, General
SAT Math: 710
Kathryn
Certified Tutor
...Immunology from VCU in 2016 and my Master of Teaching-Biology Education May 2018. I love helping others learn science. At the college level, I previously taught Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Microbiology. I also have experience teaching high school Biology and AP Biology. I want my students to succeed and hope to help them achieve...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
Doctor of Philosophy, Microbiology and Immunology
Matt
Certified Tutor
I am a seasoned educator with a passion for tutoring students in a one-on-one learning environment. I believe strongly that additional academic support is critical in giving students the opportunities to succeed not only in school, but in their eventual careers as well.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certificate, High School Teaching
Brittany
Certified Tutor
I really enjoy helping students learn. I love finding a project, an activity, or a lesson that both interests your child in their learning, and also challenges them to succeed! I have been a special education teacher for one year and have already experienced working with almost every age group, and I love them all!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Special Education
Stephanie
Certified Tutor
...graduate student. My specialities are cell and molecular biology, genetics, ecology, and ornithology. I am also able to advise students in the use of software like Microsoft Excel and R, and can help students strengthen their reading and writing skills. I enjoy working with students from all backgrounds and believe in using a flexible teaching...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Master of Science, Biology, General
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 780
SAT Writing: 710
Andrew
Certified Tutor
...ended up with stellar results without any prior testing experience! It was also in high school that I successfully completed the IB Full Diploma Program, which involves a broad academic field, community service, and a "Theory of Knowledge" course. I've continued my involvement in education by becoming a tutor for the university disability services. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
Mary
Certified Tutor
...my career as a journalist I won several awards for writing, including two first place prizes for Best Editorial. I believe every student has a unique set of strengths, and it's a teacher's job to develop and hone these strengths. I enjoy helping students find confidence and passion for learning. I tutor all subjects related...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, English
Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching
Christine
Certified Tutor
...I found an online company that allows me to teach English to Chinese students. I've been doing that ever since and loving every minute of it! I am so happy to have rediscovered the joy of teaching. My own children are ages 18, 15, and 9. As a mother, I understand the frustrations of kids...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, French
Penny
Certified Tutor
...questions. There is no such thing as a stupid question and you will learn more if you ask them. Students are encouraged to suggest their own interests, hobbies, friends and family as subjects when we practice English. This is more comfortable. We also want to collaborate/discuss different ways to write a sentence and then choose...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Arts, General
Masters in Education, English
John
Certified Tutor
...that being able to communicate excellently via the written word is extremely important in today's digital society. Therefore, as a tutor I strive to help students develop the critical and linguistic skills that will help them to develop and perfect their own voice and style using good, academic English or Spanish. I have successfully implemented...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English Composition
Gwendolyn
Certified Tutor
...to 40 during a Fulbright scholarship. I have taught English, math, and Spanish in both rural and urban schools (including rural Manistique, MI and urban New York City!). I love to help students learn a new language and culture and/or strengthen their mathematics skills. I am very excited to help you learn a new language...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics Teacher Education
Masters in Education, Educational Administration
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Rachael
Certified Tutor
I have worked at Northern Michigan University for 4 years teaching Microbiology, Intro to Biology and Human Anatomy and Physiology laboratories. I love seeing that "click" moment in students faces when they understand a difficult concept! I am passionate about science and helping students understand scientific concepts.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Clinical Psychology
Katherine
Certified Tutor
I am a speech-language pathologist who is excited to assist up-and-coming SLPs to pass their PRAXIS exam!
Education & Certification
Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Master of Science, Speech-Language Pathology
Doctor of Philosophy, Speech-Language Pathology
Mary
Certified Tutor
...in Secondary Education with a major in English and a minor in History this May from Northern Michigan University. I have tutored students in English during summer school, and have done more work recently in the public school setting. I love to tutor anything regarding ELA, but find the most joy in teaching reading. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Margaret
Certified Tutor
...on... Few things in this life can match the feeling of rejoicing with a student in their success - knowing I've helped them realize their academic goals! Since the onset of the pandemic I've created individualized digital learning programs for several students, I enjoy the diversity and online learning only opens up those opportunities!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
David
Certified Tutor
...am currently a medical student at Michigan State University; as such it is my passion to help other students master content so that they may also peruse their goals in the future. My favorite classes to tutor include chemistry, mathematics, and English but I'm always happy to meet with students and work on anything! Education...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
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