Award-Winning College Essays Tutors serving Sugar Land, TX

...State of Texas. Over the years, I have tutored individuals of all ages through college in the areas of Math and Writing Skills. As a child and through my college years, Math was my favorite subject. In high school, I took honors classes and was able to test out of the first course of calculus so I could begin on the second course when entering college. I have experience teaching students courses such as Algebra...

I work as a commercial and academic copyeditor for a number of book publishers, and I also teach English and Philosophy at the college level. I've tutored students of all ages in the principles of composition, rhetoric, and a number of humanities and social science disciplines. On a personal note, I am an avid but terrible runner and a would-be movie buff.

...world. I have worked with students from kindergarten to middle school in many different subject areas. I love the learning process, and figuring out how to best design a lesson for a specific student so that learning is fun, engaging and meaningful. For me, learning is not about drilling memorization facts. My ultimate goal with students is to make a connection with them and bring alive pre-algebra, phonics, the questioning mechanics of the SAT -...

I want to show my students the joy of learning, as cliche as that might sound. I guess this stems from my own love of learning, but tutoring lets me share this love in a one-on-one, individual scenario. Seeing as my desired career is to be a college professor, tutoring allows me to get an early edge on my teaching skills as well.

...because nothing else rivals the experience of seeing a student overcome obstacles to succeed. Whether it’s helping an autistic seven-year-old learn to play with other children or helping a high school freshman learn to make a solid argument, I value the impact I make on others through teaching. I began my professional life as a tutor six years ago, and have taught a variety of subjects, including time management, reading, writing, history and SAT and...

...to those attending top-level schools. Most students come to me for English and French assistance, but I've also worked with standardized test preparation, math, and time management. In my free time, I like to take long rambling walks and explore everything Houston has to offer, from new restaurants to coffee shops to art galleries and museums. I also enjoy knitting, playing with my cat, listening to all kinds of music, and curling up with a...

...students. I scored 5 on all 10 APs I took (US History, World History, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, C, Calculus BC, Statistics, English Language and Composition, English Literature, and Computer Science). In high school, I was president of the debate team and on student council all 4 years. Currently, I am working toward an MD at Stanford University. I am happy to help with MCAT, SAT, SAT subject, AP test prep, and general academic subjects. Throughout...

Tutoring and helping people around the world with languages has been my passion.

...the University of Virginia. Posse Scholars receive full-tuition scholarships for our leadership and academic merit. I am a leader and a great team player. I have tutored in the Day in the Life program at The University of Virginia, learning from other teachers and Professors. I believe a teacher should be motivating, kind, and respectful to his student. While not being a student at UVa, I tutor in Houston, as learning and teaching are some...

...helping others. Along my educational career, I have studied at Oxford and at Universities in Paris and Switzerland. I also studied at the top private schools in Houston. I was fortunate to learn the "art of learning". I love literature, languages, writing and simplifying complex assignments. I cultivated study habits which include time management, seeking outside reference materials, and asking for help. I have learned that any subject can be mastered once we figure out...

...By combining what I have been taught and what I have learnt, I will be able to help the students understand the materials one way or another. My tutoring policy is to never just give the answer to anyone. They have to understand how to get there and how to apply that idea to another problem. I believe in positive reinforcement and will never discourage the student, but I do believe in making sure they...

...in a way. My strengths (in school and tutoring) are in foreign languages including Latin and humanitiesexpect a very enthusiastic tutor especially if we are talking about Shakespeare! I also think it is important to try and frame things in a context students are used to, so if that means watching She's the Man in order to understand Twelfth Night, then that's what we will do (although we do have to read the actual play...

...the student's academic goals in the near-term, but also imparts a methodology that will carry the student toward future and continued success, and 2) to foster self-motivation in a student by making English fun! I love sharing my passion for language and literature with others, especially in helping overcome the "fear of the blank page" and other anxieties. Its never too late to learn to write well, to enjoy reading, or to apply these important...

Teaching is such a rewarding experience! The ability to empower students and build their self-esteem is one of the most enjoyable aspects of teaching. I enjoy helping students succeed and reach their highest potential. I consider myself a creative individual who believes in the power of expression, but also a communicator who believes in the power of storytelling.

...goal is to help your student realize their strengths. As a Linguistics major, much of my academic career focused on studying and understanding the nuances of English and French in both reading and writing, though I also have a strong foundation in mathematics, ranging from Algebra to AP Calculus AB. Additionally, my ACT score was 33 (99th percentile); I completed ACT tutoring courses as a high school student and am familiar with the strategies used...

...skills sharp across these subject areas. I graduated summa cum laude from UCLA with a B.A. in English. By far my best collegiate experience was a one-month travel study program focusing on Shakespeare. We read, discussed, and watched six plays and had the chance to discuss creative choices with actors, costume designers, and other artists from the Royal Shakespeare Company. I love education, and I hope to share some of that enthusiasm with you.

My goal with all my students is to engage them in a deeper understanding and appreciation of the education they are receiving. I believe that students need to connect to their learning in order to be successful and happy. ... I believe that the most effective teachers make a connection to their students so that they can customize their teaching to the students' individual needs. An educator's main job is to engage their students into becoming...

...understand both sides of the coin, having the perspective of the student, as well as mentor enables me to be a better teacher. I have worked with students of varying ages, backgrounds, and subject areas, to help them understand what they are doing and how it will be applicable to them in the future. Connecting it to something they find interesting helps to make the learning process more enjoyable and interesting for both the student...

...these subjects as well. I enjoy many activities such as reading, writing, playing pool, and I am an avid NFL and NBA fan. I am also a movie fanatic. I am learning to lead a healthier lifestyle and incorporate more exercise and healthier meal options. I am not so focused on the lesson that I forget to make learning fun. I believe that if you enjoy what you are learning, you will want to learn...

...to help many appreciate that math is needed every day, and is not as daunting as it seems. When I was in school, I didn’t know how to ask for help when I was having trouble understanding the information we were learning. I still managed to earn high grades every year, but there were several moments of self-doubt and fear of being perceived as incompetent for asking for help. As I began tutoring during my...