Award-Winning Elementary School English Tutors serving Blaine, MN

...I believe strongly in personalized learning and building relationships. Building a mutual respect between teacher and student is one of the first goals I aim to accomplish. Building a relationship is crucial for success because knowing my students means I know what they can do and I am able to use their strengths to help them learn. In my spare time, I enjoy coaching, reading, and crafting. I also love to spend time outside with...

I believe that all students can learn the math that they are presented with at school. Often the concepts will appear confusing and hard to understand without some extra help. Using my 38 years of experience teaching Math, I can help those students identify and overcome the problems they are encountering. My favorite memories are when the student "gets it", and their smile shows their confidence has returned!... I believe that all students can increase their...

I am excited to work with you! I graduated from Brigham Young University with 8 years teaching experience with children online and 7 years working within the community as a health educator. My favorite part about teaching is seeing a person understand and gain confidence in what they are learning. I look forward to working with you in the classroom! -Teacher Mary

I have 11 years of teaching experience in both urban and suburban schools. My favorite subjects to teach are special education, reading, writing and history. I take pride in being able to make learning safe, fun and engaging for students.

I believe in serving as a learning coach. The process of learning requires the student to not only explore new content, but also identify their own learning style - and how to use it to their advantage! I aim to facilitate well-rounded learning experiences that help move the student towards independent learning and future success!

I believe that every child has the potential to thrive with the right support, encouragement, and tools. My name is Suzy Martin, and I bring over 20 years of teaching experience to the table, holding dual licenses in Elementary Education and K-12 English as a Second Language. I also hold a Master's degree in Education and have had the privilege of teaching in both Minnesota and Arizona. My approach is centered around meeting students where...

...be my "day job." I wanted to get into tutoring because I wanted something flexible while still teaching- it truly is a passion of mine! I've learned a lot being in public education, including working with students who have a wide variety of needs. I meet students where they are at with their skills and use their interests and strengths to continue progressing their goals. I am a great listener and place a lot of...

...My name is Aamina, I am a very vibrant, outgoing professional. An Undergrad Degree in African American Studies and Minor in Communication and Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership. Though I have a plethora of working in the youth development field these past few years. I have 2 years experience as an 3rd grade ELA teacher, 3 years Middle School Site Coordinator with Minneapolis Public Schools. I am very familiar and comfortable with the developmental needs...

I believe that every students can be successful. The learning environment should be fun and non restrictive for the student. The style in which I teach or tutor are based on a child -centered approached, meaning I look at the child first then adjust my teaching style according to the child learning. Different strategies will be used accordingly.

I am a retired secondary mathematics teacher.

I have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University. While at Stanford, I tutored students in both class and individual settings. After graduating, I moved to Tanzania as a Peace Corps Volunteer where I taught hundreds of secondary school students both physics and math. Now that I am back in the United States, I work at Children's Defense Fund as the Youth Programs Associate. In my free time, I like to hike with...

I am a credentialed teacher and taught 3rd grade. I have also been a tutor for elementary and high school age students for many years. I have experience in tutoring most subjects. My goal is to help you / your child feel confident and successful in any subject we work on together.

...for learning. Professionally, I know how to look at a student's needs and devise a plan for how to better educate that student. Educating students is about knowing how to ask the right questions to push them to think more. My qualifications include a BA in Psychology/Sociology from Stony Brook University. I have also earned my MSEd degree in elementary education/special education, from Metropolitan College of New York. I am currently New York State certified.

...sophomore in college and I am an Applied Physics major with a minor in mathematics. Most of my tutoring experience has been math related. I have tutored elementary aged and college aged students. I have always had a drive to make a difference in people's lives so I really truly love working with students and being able to tutor. It's fun for me and it's something I enjoy doing. I look forward to working with...

Hello Students! My name is Sallie Schweitzer and I recently moved to the MSP area from North Dakota. I am an experienced teacher with a background in special education and am highly qualified to teach reading and math. When I am not at school, I love taking my Yorkie to the dog park, shopping, getting frozen yogurt, and being with my family. I hope to get the privilege to work with you soon :)

...program in Biomedical Sciences at Texas A&M beginning in January 2018. I've had previous tutoring experience in SAT Math and ACT Math and Science. I like to encourage students to fully understand the concepts that they are learning; you will always use some form of math at all points in life! Outside of school and studying, I enjoy watching and playing sports. Whether it's basketball, football, baseball, or any other sport, I love discussing games...

...and I decided to start our family. My two daughters were homeschooled from grades 6 and 8 through high school and my son was homeschooled from kindergarten through high school. My last job was as a high school tutor in AVID, a college preparatory program. I would like to continue making a difference in the educational lives of students. I want to help them become the best that they can be! I enjoy genealogy, crocheting,...

...with you on a wide variety of subject areas. I graduated with a degree in English from the University of St. Thomas in May 2016 with honors. Following graduation I had the privilege of teaching English as a foreign language in a technical college in Thailand for three semesters. I'm qualified to work with clients in the areas of reading, writing, editing, American literature, college English courses, and ESL. Hopefully we can connect soon! Best...

...ages in many different subjects. It is essential for students to connect with the subjects. Children are naturally curious about the world around them. Moreover, I find that they enjoy discovering the connecting with acquiring a first and second language to their environment. In many cases when preschool students learn English as a second language, they become fascinated with the parallels of English and their first language. Adults prefer to make the practical connection to...

I believe that every student learns in a different with different learning strategies. Assessments and instruction go side by side. I believe students learn better when they really engage in the process of their learning. Positive relationships enhance learning as well.