Award-Winning English Tutors in Philadelphia, PA

...retired public school teacher and have successfully taught Spanish and ESL at the elementary and middle school levels, as well as General Science and Biology at the high school and college level. I have tutored ESL and GED classes to adults. As a parent of two children who were accepted to and graduated from prestigious Universities, I understand the value of a solid educational foundation necessary to set up students for a successful future.

...of Pennsylvania educated tutor with expert knowledge in pre-medical courses and public health statistical analysis. I have three years of experience in bench genetics and clinical research. I really enjoy sciences and writing and have good eye for essay editing. I have taken each and every one of the tests and classes I tutor in repeatedly so my tutoring sessions will also include effective study strategy tips. When I am not nerding out, I enjoy...

...Erik and I am deeply passionate about tutoring and teaching more generally. Knowledge has allowed us to build skyscrapers and fly to the moon, and to learn more about the human condition - it is my ultimate aim to be a clear, concise, and motivating educator. I had the pleasure of attending the University of Pennsylvania and earning a bachelors degree in physics. There, I was lucky enough to survey many subjects aside from math...

...tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of my students. As a tutor, I find immense joy in helping students navigate the field of STEM, while also sharing my enthusiasm for French and Arabic languages. Beyond academia, I am an avid explorer of the world, and I relish the beauty of cultural diversity. In my free time, I enjoy immersing myself in outdoor adventures, savoring diverse cuisines, and partaking in various athletic activities.

...do research and design experiments on the neuronal membrane proteasome. Tutoring allows me to spread my passion for biology and chemistry, while also challenging my scientific knowledge. I encourage students to ask questions, will teach them how to apply their knowledge, and emphasize why an answer is correct. Getting the correct answer is not as important as understanding the fundamentals as to how someone arrives at that answer. I have previous experience teaching science through...

I am a veteran teacher of 20+ years. I have taught all grades and subjects from k-5. I have also taught computer science for k-8 and I currently teach middle school English as a second language, 5-8 , but I have also taught k-8 ESOL. I also have experience with teaching adults at the Literacy Guild at Temple University.

...tutoring philosophy is to help students understand fundamental concepts by asking leading questions and approaching the problem from different angles. I also like to figure out what learning style works best for students, and aim to help them in that way. For example, if a student is a visual learner then I would draw diagrams, to explain concepts. If the student is a logical learner, then I would work through and explain practice problems.

...I'm passionate about education. I have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and earned my Master's degree in education as well with a speciality in Children's Literature. I have worked with many young students in the past 6 years in various subject areas. However, phonics and literature are my favorite because we read every single day with everything we do! I believe children learn in various ways - not one, uniform way. I teach...

...I also hold Pennsylvania Certification in Secondary English and Social Studies. I began teaching high school English at Philadelphia's Simon Gratz High School and Cherry Hill (New Jersey) High School East. After a lengthy career in marketing and advertising, I returned to teaching at several of Philadelphia's magnet schools, including Franklin Learning Center, Lankanau High School and William Bodine High School for International Affairs. While at Bodine, I developed the curriculum for and taught the...

...Miller and I am currently an Undergraduate Freshman at Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) studying Biomedical Engineering on a Pre-Medical track. I tutor mostly math-related subjects, such as Calculus and Linear Algebra. I push hard in my personal work to gain a strong, conceptual backing for almost all subjects, and am able to help others efficiently with this. Understanding material conceptually, rather than analytically, is vital to being able to think and apply knowledge....

...at Bates College in Maine, where I am studying Biochemistry. I tutor a broad range of subjects, including math, sciences, writing, and SAT prep. I especially enjoy teaching chemistry and math, because there are so many ways to approach each problem. As a tutor, I try to understand each student's thought process and help them find the approach that works best for them. I believe education is empowering, and I want to help every student...

...help students reach their personal goals. I can be very helpful in coaching students to achieve goals in writing, grammar and speaking. The best way to learn is to have one student and one teacher. I can answer questions and help with acquiring new skills. I also can introduce new resources that students may not have known about. My goal is to see growth and achievement in every student I work with. I hear and...

...a chosen vocation with wide-ranging knowledge about other fields and the world we occupy. All people should also develop empathy for others whose lives look very different and should be encouraged to embrace the belief that we should use our talents to make the world a better place. We should recognize and celebrate our differences and diversity in our thinking and learning processes. 3. Character education is as important as academics. Developing a language around...

...individual. My favorite subjects to tutor are SAT and ACT math. These standardized tests are incredibly important for a student's path in education. I am well-versed in these exams and am knowledgeable on all topics they cover. I have seen a myriad of questions and know what types of things to look out for. I also stress to my students to that knowing how to take the SAT/ACT is just as important as knowing the...

...with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and a certificate in Spanish language. Previously, I taught 7th grade math, science and social studies at a Philadelphia public school. I believe learning should be fun, and I integrate different tools and methods into my teaching to make it interactive and engaging for my students. Through my tutoring sessions, I hope to get to know my students and help them grow, not only in their content areas,...

...years and I own both the Barron's and Princeton Review Premium Prep AP Bio practice books. I am approved to tutor AP Biology, AP Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, College Biology, Earth Science, Ecology, Environmental Science, Graduate Level Biology, Life Sciences, Marine Biology, Science, and Zoology. I enjoy tutoring in any of the biological sciences best because I love how intricate biological systems are and I am in awe of them. My teaching philosophy is through...

...I'd absolutely love to be your tutor. I was raised by two teachers. My mom is a 3rd grade teacher, and my dad teaches 8th grade art. I've been exposed to learning and the educational process for my entire life, making me a great student and an even better teacher. My professional experience includes 5 years of substitute teaching, two summers as a camp counselor, and a year of teaching English at a high school...

...that my teaching is not fully effective, I will adjust my style as much as needed for students to learn. Patience and reasoning come naturally to me, as if I was born with them. This is why math is my strong point. I have received a great deal of extracurricular training on test-taking whether for the SATs or less predictable forms of testing. I have a further 2 years tutoring mostly SAT through Varsity. My...

...also comfortable working with people diagnosed with disabilities. Learning is a process where a foundation of knowledge is laid and built upon. Each student has their own learning style and learning method. When I tutor, I work to understand each individual student's learning style and assist them to succeed in academics in a manner that is comfortable for them while meeting the requirement(s) of their classes or courses. In my spare time I enjoy walking,...

...Verbal at the Huntington Learning Center. I have a BA in History from Bryn Mawr College, an MA in History from Villanova University, and a Teaching Certificate from Gywnedd Mercy University. My son is a Computer Science major at Penn State University Park. In my spare time I do yoga, and I am a voracious reader. I love history, science and literature. I enjoy listening to music, and would love to travel more.