Award-Winning TOEFL Tutors serving Chester County, PA

...say that I love my job more each day. I started my teaching career at a high school in Philadelphia and now teach sixth grade English and Math at a Quaker school. I have experience working with students ages third to twelfth grade and especially love tutoring writing and math. I currently tutor students at my middle school and have two years of experience tutoring for the SSATs. I have my Masters in Special Education...

I'm a recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania who studied Linguistics and Deaf Studies. I eventually hope to work towards breaking down barriers between the Deaf and hearing worlds and encouraging greater focus on reforming Deaf education practices.

...Science, and a MA in Education with a focus on curriculum and instruction; my thesis focused on the impact of humor on learning and the learning environment. Over the last decade I have taught within the humanities(grades 6-12). I have a passion for cultivating important skills like, writing, presentation, debate, organization, time management, and study skills. Additionally, I have taught international, ESL, and students with various learning differences like dyslexia and ADHD.

...thoughtful, capable tutor with a real passion for learning. I studied English Literature in undergraduate (DePauw University) and graduate school (Indiana University), and plan to continue studies towards a PhD in literature in the next few years. I have been a writing tutor and instructor, and have also helped students with reading comprehension in a wide variety of subjects. My hope is to leave students feeling smarter than they did before they came to me.

Learning is for everyone. If teacher and student work together, they can achieve success. The measure of a good teacher is the success of his/her students. I work as a writer, editor, and public speaking coach. I have been doing this for 20+ years. ... Education is not limited to just a few people; everyone can learn, and a good teacher finds a way to help students understand the subject material. Using different ways to explain...

...and cultures. I have studied the linguistics, the grammar, and the structure of the Spanish language, as well as the Latin/Spanish Culture. I have traveled to Spain and South America for extended periods of time and fell in love with the people who practice the Latin/Spanish Culture and Language. I have tutored all ages from teaching toddlers to speak, to teaching adults. In college I proofread papers for classmates and now I read and write...

School can be hard, but I believe that every student can succeed with a little help. Not all students learn the same way and I can help find the best way for you to process the information being taught and to increase your understanding.

...Tales also happens to be the motto of my alma mater, Illinois State University. I earned my Bachelor's in English and taught for a few years before returning for a Master's in Education. Although I taught students at the secondary level for a long time, I wasn't always a teacher. I was also a writer for newspapers and syndicated magazines. One of my treasured opportunities included collaborating with a mystery novelist to promote one of...

...student. I teach all subjects, but I specialize in test preparation and English as a Second Language. I've lived and worked in four countries, including Japan, France and Jordan. I've taught classes up to 40 and tutored both individuals and small groups up to four, working with a range of ages, from preschool to adult, and a range of ability level, from participants in special needs programs to students at one of the most competitive...

...had the chance to work for several amazing companies and live around the world. I have worked for several great companies like American Eagle, Ford and Disney. I've lived all over, from South Korea, to Southern California to New Jersey. Now back in the city of brotherly love, I work part-time as a marketer, run my own stationery and design business, and care for my young son. Taking care of my son has reawakened my...

...level kids in a variety of subjects during the stay-at-home era of COVID-19. I seek to not only educate but to empower young men and women in their abilities to learn and succeed. I am currently pursuing a Master of Social Work from one of the top programs in the country at the University of Pennsylvania. In my spare time, I find joy from being outside, hiking, biking, running, or playing the guitar. I love...

...Bachelor of Medicine and surgery with a focus on Anatomy and Physiology, Biology . Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, tutoring medical students and students of nursing and allied health sciences . While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Microbiology, Anatomy and Physiology, Biology . In my experience each student has a different strategy of learning, they just need help where they are struggling. And that is why we...

...I am fluent in Spanish and Russian having studied Russian at Middlebury College's intensive summer immersion program. I have used my Bachelors in neuroscience in hospital and laboratory settings since graduation in 2012 and love following the latest research. My goals in tutoring are to help students break down overwhelming material into manageable pieces, to see the big picture value of their school subjects, and to find tangible success in their every effort. I focus on...

...my educational endeavors. I believe fostering a love for learning and building students' confidence is essential for their academic and personal growth. My role as a tutor in clinical settings has provided me with firsthand knowledge of the challenges and demands faced by students and professionals alike. This experience has further enhanced my ability to mentor and guide students effectively, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future careers. I am passionate about helping students navigate...

...Madrid Campus. I tutored English for five years during my seven year stay in Madrid. I believe in creating a positive learning environment where my students have the opportunity to grow in their second language. There is no such thing as speaking "bad Spanish" or "bad English", it is simply a matter of the level the student has reached up to that point, something that can change with effort and practice. I know first hand...

...broader context. I work with my students to ensure not only that they perform well in their classes or on their exams, but also to advise them in areas of interest for writing papers/theses, and help them to tie what they are learning into the broader context of their lives. I believe that this approach makes learning more enjoyable, interesting, and easier to understand and remember. I look forward to working with you!

...Correction.I have collaborated several teachers to create a student-friendly State Writing Rubric and a Writing Reference Guide for students at my school. I have taught students from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds and abilities and between the ages of five to twenty-one.I have taught English, Advanced Placement English Language and Composition, Spanish, Corrective Reading, reading intervention programs, English as a Second beginning to advanced levels.I have also prepared my students to take the state standardized...

...same time, but it surely opens a new world/ culture to you! If you decide to give it a try or need help along the way, I will be with you for your language learning journey. Teaching approach: I have rich experience in teaching language immersion, so I like to speak the target language (Chinese) as much as possible in my teaching. It largely helps you immerse in the language, especially helpful if you are...

...Psychology, a more recent passion. I'm also happy to assist students with math for test prep like the SAT and GRE. As a tutor I would consider my style to be supportive but challenging - I want my students to realize how capable they are, and to do that, they need to work! I believe in a relaxed and friendly environment but I know my clients' time is valuable, and we'll spend it as effectively...

...so much that I left a successful career in investment accounting in order to complete my degree and teach English to adults. As part of an internship at Temple I am currently teaching an ESL evening class of six students at DCLC until July, 2015. As one can tell from my years of study, I am grounded in the old-fashioned instruction of English grammar and composition. This contributes to my tutoring success because I understand...