Top English Tutors serving Indianapolis

Christopher: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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: Indianapolis 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 : Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis, IN
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If your student is in need of study support for their English course, Varsity Tutors can find expert Indianapolis English tutors dedicated to their improvement in the subject. At school, struggling students are often overlooked and don't get the assistance they need. When your student studies with a private instructor, they'll have the opportunity to raise questions and concern in the middle of a lesson, and the tutor can respond on the spot. We'll be happy to set your child up with an instructor who is knowledgeable in the subject and has the mentoring skills to help your student get on track with their English course.
How is Indianapolis English tutoring different from classroom learning?
During the private lessons your student has with Indianapolis English tutors, they will be the sole focus of the instructor. Schoolteachers often must abide by a curriculum with little flexibility, and the teacher also has to deal with the needs of multiple students at once. In this type of environment, individual students typically don't have the freedom to bring up enough questions or concerns to help them understand confusing topics. Teachers are also unable to adapt their style to cater to the learning preferences of each student. If your child is falling behind the rest of the class, this can make it difficult to catch up.
In contrast, your student will have the chance to address their most pressing needs when receiving private Indianapolis English tutoring. The instructor can also adapt the lessons to include teaching methods that are most effective with your student. For example, if your Middle School student is a visual learner who is struggling with their vocabulary, the instructor might use flashcards to help them memorize the definitions of words. For someone who is taking a college-level course and responds better to auditory methods, the mentor might prompt discussions about forming arguments with supporting evidence. With the flexibility afforded by private lessons, the instructor has the chance to try a variety of methods to figure out which one works best for you.
During private Indianapolis English tutoring sessions, you won't have to spend time going over topics they understand. Instead, you can focus on the topics that are giving you the most trouble. This increases the productivity of each session since the problems are addressed head-on. Making the most of each lesson will give you a better opportunity to improve your English skills and knowledge of the subject.
What are the benefits of having my student study with Indianapolis English tutors near me?
After an initial assessment of your student's English skills, the instructor can develop a study plan that adheres to their biggest needs. The instructor can also make sure to adapt the plans to reflect the evolving needs of your student as they progress in their studies.
Indianapolis English tutors can take the time to get to know your student during one-on-one lessons. The customized study sessions and specialized techniques are only two benefits of private lessons with an expert instructor. Your child's work ethic can also improve as a result of the study support they receive from qualified Indianapolis English tutoring.
One of the most important advantages of working with an expert instructor is that your student has the chance to develop a close relationship with them. In a classroom environment, many students aren't given a thorough enough review of material they don't understand. It's also possible that your student isn't comfortable asking certain questions in front of the rest of the class. The rapport built during Indianapolis English tutoring sessions can allow your child to communicate more freely with the instructor and let them know about any concerns they have about their English course.
Another benefit of private lessons with Indianapolis English tutors is that your student receives immediate feedback from their instructor. If a child falls behind in English, it can seem difficult to catch up because they're not getting the additional practice they need to hone their skills. Indianapolis English tutors are there to respond to any concerns on the spot and can make it easier for your student to learn from their mistakes and give them a more positive outlook for their upcoming English courses.
Students aren't the only ones who can benefit from the expertise of a private instructor. A mentor can also teach parents techniques that can allow them to assist their students at home well after the private lessons have ended. Continued support for your student can lead to more success down the road as opposed to only their current course. Some of the strategies the instructor might teach you can include word games to assist your elementary school child improve their listening comprehension.
How can I fit Indianapolis English tutoring into my student's schedule?
Even though you might understand the importance of your student receiving the help of private Indianapolis English tutors, you might be concerned that your schedule is too busy to make time for these sessions. Varsity Tutors has got your back with several conveniences. We can match your child with an instructor who can conduct sessions either in-person or online. You can choose whichever one works best for you and your student!
Online sessions provide you and your student with more convenient features. Your student can log on to the Live Learning Platform from any location as long as they have a compatible device and internet connection. The platform comes with a number of tools that make for an engaging learning experience, including a video chat, digital whiteboard, and a shared document editor.
When your student engages in video chats with their instructor, they can discuss any concerns regarding English skills or concepts. The instructor can use the insight gained from these conversations to create a study plan that's more effective. The shared document allows the tutor to watch your student work through any assignments given, whether related to writing or reading comprehension. This can help the instructor to adapt the sessions according to your student's live performance on different topics. Immediate feedback can be helpful since the subject is still fresh in the student's mind.
One of the more convenient aspects of online sessions is that it eliminates a commute, which cuts down on the travel time that could make it harder to schedule lessons. Since your student will be to connect to the Live Learning Platform from most places, they can learn from a location that's conducive to studying, from your own home to a quiet spot such as the Indiana State Library. By making the process as simple as possible, we hope to give your student easy access to the study support they need.
How can I get my student started with Indianapolis English tutors near me?
If you think it's time for your student to get English support, you should contact Varsity Tutors today. We'll be pleased to guide you through the process of obtaining the help of an expert instructor for your child. At Varsity Tutors, we're enthusiastic about helping your child gain the confidence they need to reach for their potential in English. After reaching out to us, you can expect to have your student set up with the best Indianapolis English tutors in as little as 24 hours.
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