Award-Winning English Tutors in Paradise, NV

...skills and technical knowledge from my degree in philosophy with the teaching skills that I learned from guiding climbing. I worked with students in a variety of subjects from math, to history, to writing. In every subject, I was able to help lead my students into developing their own critical thinking skills. I also encountered some of the same fear that I saw from people 100 feet up a rock face. I used my guiding...

...right help it is a standardized test that can see huge improvements in scores. Writing section is especially my forte because I think that grammar is the basic building block of the English language that deserves a little more attention in school. I feel a great sense of fulfillment when students start to understand the different structures of English sentences and appreciate such knowledge. In my spare time, I like to stay active and go...

...care and education for the past 4 years. I have been an before and after school teacher, a summer camp counselor, a kindergarten program teacher, and an infant teacher at a preschool. I have experience working with children from birth to 8th grade. Because of my experience, I know how to differentiate instruction to accommodate many types of learners. My genuine love of children and learning makes me an ideal tutor. I am enthusiastic about...

...to turn mechanical textbook understanding into fluency and contemporary usage. (Sometimes textbooks age poorly in how they teach slang.) My pedagogical style is process-based and goal-oriented. I like students to set a goal (or several), collaborate with me on a process to achieve it, and then put the plan into action with individualized methodology and assessment. In my spare time, I work on fun Python coding projects, play the odd video game, read (currently working...

...given the information relative to real life scenarios that answers their never ending question of, “Why do I need to know this?” My philosophy is to do more than educate, but illuminate on why things matter and how they relate to real life situations. Outside of tutoring, I love to read and play the guitar. I’m in a rockabilly band and spend a lot of my off hours seeking out new music or new music...

I like literature and performing arts most in life. I tend to incorporate both into classes to blend into textbook work. If you're looking for a more creative approach to language, that's what I provide. I have plenty of books and media that I've used myself to further my own studies.... I believe in going with the flow of nature. One must walk before they can run and crawl before they can walk.... I like to...

...My individual teaching style is flexible, as I feel it is necessary to cater towards a students unique learning style and needs. I believe confidence and self-efficacy play pivotal roles in a students acquisition of knowledge and ability to learn new concepts. I believe it is crucial to provide encouragement, reinforcement, and support to help students realize their unique gifts and potential. In my free time, I enjoy reading, hiking, spending time with my family,...

...other. I graduated from Brigham Young University-Idaho with a degree in History and a minor in Art. I recently just finished a Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction through Concordia University. I have been teaching High School US History Regular/Honors for 3 years. This year I will be teaching AP US History. I have attended two week long conferences to better assist my AP Students. I have various AP Study materials, such as "5 Steps...

...to do. Tutoring has taught me empathy and patience. Two vital components that a great tutor has. I am hard working and I love seeing others succeed. I will able to tutor for most of this summer, so about from the end of May to mid-August. I am on break and would love to tutor. I will be able to tutor for about 20 hours a weekor more, depending on what comes up this summerpreferably...

...salve, and willkommen! I am a former college instructor who specializes in philosophy, theology, and the history of the classical world. I love dogs, Roman Stoicism, karaoke, and Jane Austen novels (because that Mr. Darcy is such a dream!). My degrees in both English-Writing and Philosophy have helped my students craft essays that are logical, coherent, precise, and eloquent. Never fear, for after a decade of teaching and tutoring, I still have more awesomeness to...

...I have tutored Spanish and Japanese language students, but I am actually most passionate about English and reading and would love more experience working with students to enfranchise them with the power of literacy. I derive happiness from seeing others grow and contributing to the lifelong process of education, so I find tutoring to be an appropriate outlet for this passion. In my free time, I enjoy reading short stories and writing my own prose.

I strive to help others learn by presenting information in a new light, experimenting with different methods of learning, and tracing back difficulties to their roots. I hope to make education less stressful and more accessible to students who are struggling or just need that extra help.... I believe that teaching needs to be individualized to the student's needs. Some people love lectures and taking their own notes, while other students need an element of play....

...involved working with a multi-ethnic-multi-age population. Many years of teaching taught me to communicate well with students, parents, faculty and administrators. Teaching and tutoring has enriched my life. I really appreciate and enjoy working in this capacity. I'm a person that is very: patient, encouraging, compassionate, understanding, empathetic dedicated, engaging, flexible and kind. I'm very driven to accommodate students' needs. My Teaching Philosophy I believe that educators are lifelong learners. Professional development or other alternatives to...

...my students by name and have an idea of who they are and where they come from. I strive to provide a positive working and learning environment for students. I have found that making a course memorable, fun, and unique is what makes students respond enthusiastically. Regardless of their backgrounds, socio-economic situation, level of ability, or otherwise, students are treated respectfully. All students can achieve; it is my responsibility to assure them of my full...

...of mathematics including pre-algebra, algebra, trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus, and linear algebra. I have previous tutoring experience primarily in math; and understand the different ways in which students internalize and learn new concepts. My approach to tutoring focuses on the notion that teaching should be personalized to each students specific needs rather than generalized. Ultimately; I believe that mathematical and scientific concepts are easiest to grasp when presented in a way which connect them to concepts...

...student tutor, and I hope that I can continue this fulfilling job as much as possible beyond receiving my degree! I received a 4.0 GPA (or higher if you count A+'s) in college in the prestigious W.P. Carey School of Business, so I am very well versed in other business subjects in addition to Economics. I am also going to be attending law school starting in the Fall of 2017 and thus am a prolific...

...new. The opportunity to pass that feeling on to students is why I am excited to have the opportunity to work with Varsity Tutors. My experience teaching college and high school students from various age groups, backgrounds, and different skill levels has perfectly prepared me to be help students further their understanding in the area of English literature and composition. Since moving to Las Vegas from Michigan I have been teaching for Clark County School...

...he became actively engaged in the learning process. (Telling him to give the other students a chance to answer the question was a good problem to have!) While at the charter school, which was K-8, I also had ample opportunity to substitute teach every grade level, covering pretty much every subject in the Common Core curriculum. Substituting also allowed me to expand upon subjects once the material left by the teacher was completed, allowing students...

...supervised new teachers. I also worked with a large variety of students and families in all areas of child development. Currently in Las Vegas, I serve as a grade level chair for first grade and an instructional coach. My classroom is very engaging, creative and fun. I am also a cheer coach and theater director and I bring my performance background into each of my lessons making sure the learner is having a great time...

...aids, if they learn better by listening then I combine the visual with lots of descriptions, if they need to use their body and hands then we do lots of hands-on experiments:) I.. of course... take time to get to know your child on a personal level, develop a rapport and find out what motivates them:) This makes the best learning experiences...I do find that meeting in a library produces the best learning environment (away...