Award-Winning English Tutors in Maple Grove, MN

...pursue my education degree. I taught middle school math for seven years at all grade levels. This experience provided me the opportunity to work with many different students and I learned that each student is extremely unique. In 2011, I moved back to Minnesota and taught both special education and general education students again focusing mainly on teaching math. I believe that all students can learn and I have experienced this firsthand. I have high...

I am a recent graduate of St. Olaf College, where I received a B.A. (magna cum laude) in Philosophy with a concentration in Film Studies. I plan on pursuing a MA in Philosophy from The New School for Social Research. I am highly dedicated and detail oriented in both academic and professional pursuits.

...English, Vietnamese (Southern dialect), and Hmong/Moob to speakers of other languages. My tutoring covers a wide range of learners, from beginners to advanced students, helping them build confidence in speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension. I particularly enjoy tutoring languages because I love seeing students gain confidence in expressing themselves naturally. My teaching philosophy is student-centeredI believe in adapting lessons to each learner's needs, making learning interactive, engaging, and enjoyable. I encourage curiosity, cultural connections, and...

...local housing community and last summer I taught a diverse set of students with differing English skills about environmental science. Besides having a background in STEM, I also have a personal passion for literature, English, and editing. I've refined my skills as a science staff writer for our University newspaper. Although I don't believe in standardized tests as a measure of knowledge, I understand how important doing well on them can be and am ready...

Hello my name is Katie. This is my 5th year teaching. I received my undergraduate degree at Minnesota State University- Mankato and my graduate degree at Concordia University- St. Paul. My favorite part about teaching is connecting with students and their families.

...TEFL certificate from Hamline University. I started teaching as a college writing and grammar tutor during university, then tutored K-12 students at Sylvan and Huntington Learning Centers in the Twin Cities. I also taught students independently in piano, guitar, writing, and literature. After getting my TEFL certificate in 2017, I volunteer taught English at Neighborhood House and Open Door Learning Center. I started my current full-time EFL job in Sept. 2018. Two of my favorite...

...full-time for a small private test prep company in Richmond, tutoring students for the ACT and SAT exams. During this time, I also worked for a small company doing curriculum development in English Language Arts. In July 2019 I moved to Phnom Penh, Cambodia to teach at an international school. Unfortunately, the current situation with COVID-19 has brought me back home to Minneapolis, MN. However, I am excited for the opportunity to continue teaching! I...

...neuroscience. At the University, I'm usually in class, studying, hanging out with my friends, or at club meetings! In my free time, I love to breakdance, write poetry, debate politics and economics, and participate in practically every nerdy endeavor possible (huge Star Wars fan!!). I love to talk and will talk your ear off if you let me! I love trying new things, exploring the city, and traveling. My teaching philosophy is that teaching is...

...instruction in China and curriculum leadership as Chief Education Officer of an international language schoolI specialize in English, literacy development, and educational technology. I make learning engaging, interactive, and personalized to each student's strengths. My goal is to build confidence, foster curiosity, and help students master reading, writing, and language skills through proven strategies and a supportive approach. With experience across all age levels and a passion for cross-cultural communication, I strive to make every...

...High School students. I have several years of experience as an elementary school volunteer reading tutor, and love helping students of all ages craft and edit writing for clarity and persuasiveness. I enjoy working through each step of the writing process and supporting students as they figure out what they have to say and how to say it. I believe that the writing process can be a meaningful part of finding our voice. While I...

...twins and have spent the last 18 years focussing on my family. During those years, I have voluteered at the kids' schools in a variety of ways, but always enjoyed helping kids with their English studies. I also have been a columist for my local newspaper for the past two and a half years. Writing has always been a passion of mine and writing a bi-monthly column has been an absolute thrill. I also have...

...academic success, build confidence, and challenge students who need to be stretched. I am extremely patient, but I know how valuable our time together is. I will set clear expectations with each student I work with, so we both know what our job will be for each session. I will be sensitive to student's needs, but will do everything I can to keep us focused on the task at hand so this tutoring experience is...

...along with experience teaching Spanish at the Middle School and High School levels has given me great experiences for working with Varsity Tutors. Whether it is teaching Spanish or running Grandma's Marathon, I always give my all. I am excited to share the love I have of Spanish with those I tutor! Que tengan un buen dia, ojala que podamos trabajar juntos! A mi me encanta leer y escribir, tambien ayudar a otros!! :)

...too! If you need help with speaking English (conversation, pronunciation, public speaking, accent reduction), academic English (essay writing, advanced grammar/vocabulary), or business English (presentations, industry specific vocabulary, interpersonal/intercultural communication), I am here for you! I have ten years of experience teaching ESL to students of all levels from all over the world. I have a BA in Language and Culture from Metro State Univ., St. Paul, Mn. and Advanced TEFL Certification from Hamline University, St....

...relevant to the student, particularly that student who doesn't have a strong background in the subject. I have been tutoring and mentoring for many years, and find that my own understanding of a subject is improved with each person I that I teach. I hold a BS in Accounting from the University at Buffalo (SUNY), an MBA from the University of Minnesota, am a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and have passed the CPA exam.

...English. While I love Physics and Math, I am tutoring several Math topics, such as, Algebra, Calculus, Pre-Algebra, Pre-Calculus and also Spanish and English. I must say my favorite topic to tutor is Calculus because it helps you understand and analyze different problems in a very different way. I like helping students because I don't think they should feel like they can't accomplish something because they don't understand a topic very well, they should be...

...tutoring to extend students' skills and reach their full potential. My approach focuses on building strong foundational skills, boosting confidence, and sparking curiosity. I am known for designing engaging lesson plans that cater to various learning styles and needs. I am committed to helping students achieve their academic goals while developing a lifelong enthusiasm for education. I look forward to building positive, meaningful relationships with students and their families, and supporting them on their educational...

...and Middle Eastern Department here at UMN, I have learned that I love to help people learn. I love teaching people and making them as successful as possible, while also showing them that learning is a fun and exciting thing. Although I've only tutored the Arabic language, I love learning and teaching Spanish and English. I am a fluent speaker of all three languages, which is why I want to share all my knowledge with...

...from different backgrounds and cultures. I currently work as a Learning & Development Specialist, so I am always looking for new ways to help people learn. My greatest strengths when it comes to tutoring are that I have a unique perspective; I love to think outside the box and find new ways to help students of different backgrounds and learning styles learn! I am also very passionate about learning and helping others learn. I often...

...can also help with architectural portfolio work/reviews, and architectural history coursework and exams. Oh, and I love French, and I am certified proficient by my university. I have taken French for over 8 years and I am passionate about learning more! While these are my main areas of expertise, I have a great deal of knowledge across the board in high-school-level subjects (I especially love history). One of the most important skills you can learn...