Top English Tutors serving Cleveland

Christopher: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...hippocampal region of the brain. After graduating, I served a year, full time, as an Americorps member with City Year, tutoring and mentoring 7th and 8th grade students in the Englewood Community of Chicago in 1-on-1 and small group settings. I am currently working toward a TEFL certification that would allow me to teach English as a foreign language abroad. With Varsity Tutors, I tutor a wide range of subjects including biology, algebra, and English,...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Courtney: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...joy, and Ive had the privilege of teaching people from a variety of ages and backgrounds. I was a supplemental instructor for the Statistical Analysis course at Augsburg College and also served as a tutor through the Academic Skills Office there. I have tutored high schoolers at the MN Internship Center and worked with students of all ages from elementary schoolers to adults at the non-profit program Safe Place: Homework Help. A particular highlight of...
Education & Certification
Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 33

Bill: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...truly enjoy discussing syntax, content, and structure, not only because I may impart my own knowledge and experience, but because I may learn from the incredible diversity and uniqueness with which people approach language. I believe tutoring is mutual, and I am excited to work with as many different students as possible. I enjoy novel writing, playing guitar and piano, programming, playing RPGs (I'm a big Final Fantasy fan), and meeting new people!... Teachers should be...
Education & Certification
University of Maine - Bachelors, English and Philosophy
University of Maine - Masters, English

Akhil: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...am also an ACT tutor, and focus on an approach that builds confidence towards the exam, not just repetition. I can also teach algebra and pre-algebra, as well as AP United States History. I am also available to work on college admittance essays and with public speaking. I teach much the way I was taught: learning to recognize my own mistakes. I will never give a student the answer, but I will help them realize...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Current Undergrad, English and Political Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Rachel: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...a teacher and tutor I aim to give my students a diversity of learning approaches so that we can figure out which one works best for them. I love getting to know my students personally so that I can best match my teaching style to the type of person and learner they are. I have a B.A. in History from Brown University and a Masters of Science in Environmental Education, plus over 7 years of...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, History
Antioch University New England - Masters, Environmental Education
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Molly: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...wholly ingrain the skills, strategies, and overall thinking needed to fully understand how and why we can come to certain answers. My goal is not to help students to merely get a good grade on the next quiz, but to help build a foundation that allows him or her to find success on their own in future units of study. In each lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780

Quinn: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...active individual, and I am highly curious about everything. I always want to try new things, and I am driven by a visceral love of adventure. Despite these innate qualities, I am also very driven to help other people, and tutoring is a simple, yet powerful and effective way I can help others. I have done a lot of tutoring work in the past working with students of all ages from the elementary to college...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Rachel: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...individual and to adjust my own tutoring to fit the way they learn best. I believe that all students have what it takes to succeed in school, its just a matter of finding the style of learning that is most effective for them. What works or makes sense for one student will not necessarily work for the next student, and so it is essential as a tutor to be able to explain the same concept...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, General Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 790

Chloe: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...curiosity and an open mind are the keys to lifelong learning. Often the journey to academic success is not a solo one, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share what I know in a way that inspires and educates students. My passion for education stems from a desire to become more aware of the world around me and to help others do the same, whether in the form of writing a paper, passing...
Education & Certification
Univeristy of Montana - Bachelors, Ecology and Organismal Biology
ACT Reading: 32

Brianna: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...concentration in Marketing Analytics and a minor in Mathematics. I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from elementary school to college students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and...
Education & Certification
University of Richmond - Current Undergrad, Business Administration and Management
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 34
SAT Math: 770

Simon: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...when it can seem confusing and intimidating. I love activating students' natural curiosity and inquiry, and using that to build confidence in and mastery of a wide variety of academic topics. I graduated from Yale University with a double major in Environmental Studies and International Studies, and I love the way science and real-world issues can interact. Part of my interest in the environment comes from my love of being outdoors, and I am an...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Yale University - Bachelors, Environmental Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Ariela: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...in costumes, changes in a script) and quickly organize that information so that I can convey it to someone else. I enjoy and excel at condensing and re-communicating facts or tasks, so that they become comprehensible to someone who may not understand them the first time around. It is not just my success at standardized tests or in my classes that will make me a great tutor, but also this skill and enthusiasm about learning....
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Theater & Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Malcolm: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...mid-2013, I have taught SAT Prep for a local nonprofit, worked as a copy editor for the Italian branch of Google Ads, and performed a year of national service with the City of Philadelphia through AmeriCorps VISTA. In Fall 2016, I will begin my JD studies at the Georgetown University Law Center, where I hope to focus on international and human rights law. I love using teaching to build relationships and share ideas with his...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelors, English; Italian
LSAT: 167
GRE Verbal: 167

Max: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...achieve their academic goals as they work their way towards college. I volunteer in New Haven as a math teacher and coach at a public middle school (my team of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an aspiring professional in the business world - this past summer I worked at an...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Current Undergrad, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Ben: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...My goal is to work together to pick up the pieces that were lost or are close, but not quite there: learning the way you want to learn and the way you learn best rather than having topics taught at you. For standardized testing: I have taken the special classes and labored through the workbooks to prepare for taking the exams myself. The trick is to learn the test and know how to beat it...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Roosevelt University - PHD, Clinical Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Naama: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...been teaching and tutoring for many years, since I started college. I've done private SAT Prep tutoring both here and in New York, as well as prep for other standardized tests such as the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT. I also teach a bi-weekly SAT Prep course in Glendale, and an advanced Competition Math class for two age groups (6-8 and 9-12). It's a lot of fun! I've always found math pretty neat and like to...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730

Ben: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...have a wide range of interests and abilities. I enjoy soccer, basketball, football, tennis, biking, board riding, exploring nature, cooking, eating, dancing, playing music, reading, and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a tutor is to help students discover their...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700
GRE Verbal: 164

Colton: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...chemistry and calculus. Similarly, I've worked as a private tutor in SAT prep, AP test prep, and French, as the latter is my native language. For that reason, I like tutoring foreign languages, since a foreign language is a process that doubles one's ability to communicate with others without the need for a translator or dictionary. However, I'd say test prep is my favorite subject to tutor, as the progress has tangible results: a few...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Ariel: Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...to the student will be an important way for him or her to, not only, understand and retain the information, but also to apply it. There are many educational tools that are either not used in classrooms or are not suitable for groups, finding the right tool for the student will be central to my approach. My background is interdisciplinary and broad. I am a practicing attorney in Washington, DC with prior careers in technology...
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management

Steven : Cleveland English tutor
Certified English Tutor
...refine their personal voice and better their ability to communicate through the written word. While at Kenyon, I also worked for two years as a Spanish teaching assistant, leading language and culture lessons with beginning-level students three times per week. I spent my junior year abroad in Santiago, Chile at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. As a language-learner and teacher, I'm aware of what areas of the Spanish language are most difficult for English...
Education & Certification
Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish, International Studies
University of California-Irvine - PHD, Sociology
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 32
Private English Tutoring in Cleveland, OH
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Cleveland English Tutoring FAQ
If you are looking for quality Cleveland English tutoring, Varsity Tutors can get you connected. English can be a difficult subject to master at any level. If you are the parent of an elementary school student, your child might be learning about reading, writing, speaking, and listening. As your student makes their way through middle school, they encounter more difficult English concepts like synonyms and antonyms. If you are a high school student, you might be learning about complex topics like pronouns and verb tenses to prepare for college, where you will learn about even more complicated concepts like forming arguments with supporting points. No matter what topics you or your student are studying, working with Cleveland English tutors can give learners a more thorough review than they would be able to get studying on their own.
In what ways is Cleveland English tutoring different from classroom learning?
Private instruction can be a great way to support in-class learning. Since there are no other students present in the sessions, your student can spend as much time discussing the subject and its topics as they need to. Students can dictate the speed at which their instructor covers certain topics, so they can discover and build up any knowledge gaps that could hinder their ability to fully grasp all of the English concepts. For example, if your student is in middle school, they can tell their instructor that they would like to spend more time focusing on how to determine the meaning of a word from the prefix or suffix, instead of spending time going over things they already know like vocabulary. On the other hand, if you are a high school student participating in Cleveland English tutoring, you can tell your mentor to spend more time on concepts you are having trouble with, whether it is citing sources or evaluating your arguments.
Unlike classroom teachers, Cleveland English tutors do not have to stick to a set curriculum. Instead, they can work with your student to create a plan that addresses their own unique needs and goals. They can also modify their teaching methods to suit your learner's preferences. Your student's educator can use customized learning materials that cater to their own unique learning needs. For example, if your student is a visual learner, their mentor can use things like flashcards and the virtual whiteboard in the Live Learning Platform to help them review direct and indirect objects. On the other hand, if you are a high school student who learns best from more of an aural approach, your instructor can get you involved in in-depth discussions about key topics like how to construct arguments that are logical, well-reasoned, and supported by evidence.
Cleveland English tutoring sessions also take place in a setting without many of the distractions that typically occur in a classroom. This can allow your instructor to help you try multiple approaches and various techniques to solve a problem until you find one that works for you. You can also deepen your understanding of specific topics through discussions and intensive work in a one-on-one setting with someone who is experienced and excited to help you learn while accommodating your needs. You can even discover the ways in which you learn best, so you can use those strategies in your future classes.
What are some of the benefits of having my student work with Cleveland English tutors near me?
Getting your student set up with an individualized learning experience like the ones Cleveland English tutors provide can enhance their English-learning experience in many different ways. Your learner's mentor can take the time to get to know them and their needs, and then work off of a customized lesson plan that makes the most sense for them. All of the Cleveland English tutors go through a thorough interviewing and vetting process to ensure that they are qualified to help students review the topics related to English. Instructors are also dedicated to your student's success and empathetic to their educational needs. Private instruction can be a great way to keep skills sharp during gaps in schooling such as summer break, and it can also be an effective way to challenge curious learners who would like to move ahead of the rest of their class.
Cleveland English tutoring can also benefit upper-level learning students in many ways. Your instructor can break down complex concepts or processes like how to identify theme, character, and plot into easy-to-learn steps. If you are a high school student, private instruction can also be a great way to prepare for upper-level learning such as college, while also picking up strong study habits that can aid in information retention and support you as you progress in your education. You can learn about some great organizational skills for writing, which can come in handy in college English courses.
Parents can also benefit from Cleveland English tutors. When your child works with their own instructor it takes the pressure off you to help them with their homework. Your student's mentor can even help you learn small ways to assist your child with their studies. Additionally, your child can get other benefits out of their sessions beyond just learning about important English concepts. They can gain an increased motivation by setting and achieving small goals, improve their self-esteem and confidence as they progress in their knowledge, and even improve their attitude toward learning and school in general.
How can I fit Cleveland English tutoring into my student's schedule?
When your student works with Cleveland English tutors, they have the choice to participate in either online or in-person sessions. Working with an instructor online allows your student to use the Live Learning Platform. Through this platform, your child can interact with their mentor through video chat. There are some handy features such as a shared document editor for writing and integrated practice problems. You and your student can also go back and review previously covered concepts through the session recording feature.
We understand that some students learn most effectively in specific environments. You might be someone who is able to concentrate best at a library such as the Shaker Heights Public Library or in your own home. Working with an instructor online allows you to participate from a location of your choosing, so you can study in an environment that is conducive to your own learning needs. This also eliminates the hassle of having to make long commutes to and from sessions at a location that is beyond your control.
How can I get my student started with Cleveland English tutors near me?
The easiest way to get set up with one of the best Cleveland English tutors is to reach out to Varsity Tutors directly. Contact us online or by phone and our educational consultants can answer any questions that you might have about private instruction. We can also work with your unique schedule to find someone who is available when you need them to be. English is a complex subject, and sometimes it takes more than just standard classroom learning and studying on your own. Get in touch with us today. We can get you or your student set up with top-notch instruction in as little as 24 hours.
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