Award-Winning English Tutors in Houston, TX

Sara ...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 our learning style. I am here to encourage you, make your assignments manageable, and teach you a new way...

Sarah ...each person’s individual learning style. I will try my best to help students grasp concepts in a way that helps them understand the concepts better and will help them succeed. I know it can be hard for students to get individual help in school so I will try my best to help them using the best of my abilities and give them the individual attention that they need. I would make sure I understand the...

Mathilde ...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 to maximize scores. I will use Varsity's methods to enhance your student's experience with Varsity...

Enstin ...had plenty of experience with standardized test taking, and I can help you figure out the best strategy to be confident on the test and succeed. I am easygoing and patient and will personalize my tutoring style so that I can help each student to the best of my ability. I believe in active, not passive learning, and will not give up on you! I will be attending medical school in the fall of 2012.

Jocelyn ...I've worked with students from eighth grade to college students. My students have had a range of abilities, from those struggling to pass 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...

Terrence ...viable solution to the challenge before us. This mission has proved be quite successful. I have worked with students in grades K-12 on writing, reading, and occasionally math instruction. Far more often than not, the outcome has been successful. It has been successful because I worked to create an atmosphere of complete transparency, and I learned to pay careful attention to each of my students. Therefore, I could identify academic challenges or misunderstanding that in...

Jocelyn ...the importance of creating a positive and encouraging learning environment, where students feel safe to express themselves and ask questions. I also try to explain concepts in multiple ways to help my student grasp the concepts. I enjoy tutoring writing and essays. Writing, both creatively and technically, is a necessary skill to succeed in today's media-centered world, and I enjoy helping my students succeed in this area. In my free time, I enjoy being active...

Linda ...from teaching. I truly enjoy watching my students learn and grow as the year progresses. I consider myself to be an incredibly fun and enthusiastic teacher, but it is also very important for me to show my students the importance of discipline. I try to balance teaching my students boundaries with a lot of love and tenderness. Some of my students have come to even forget to call me by my name and instead call...

Katlyn ...wonderful seeing the way knowledge changes students; it alleviates stress, builds confidence, broadens the mind, and can even bring a great amount of joy. In order to facilitate this excitement in learning, I connect content to what interests students and tailor lessons to their individual learning styles. I pull from a variety of teaching methods, including visual (PowerPoint, videos, pictures), auditory (lecture, discussion, sound recordings), and hands-on (activities, games, practice problems). I have found that...

Ami ...many uses for Latin that are not just limited to SAT/ACT vocabulary (although it is also helpful then). I attend Rice University, and I am a Biochemistry and Cell Biology major. I am Pre-Med right now, and I hope to one day join Doctors Without Borders to help set up free clinics in underprivileged countries and teach people about how to live a happy and healthy lifestyle. In my free time, I love to read,...