Award-Winning English Tutors in Pittsburgh, PA

I am a junior at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA studying in an accelerated bachelor in health science/ master in Physician Assistant Studies program.

I have been an educator for 10 years! I have taught kindergarten, second grade, and special education in elementary and middle school! I have my Bachelor's Degree in Special Education and Elementary/Early Childhood Education. I also have my Master's Degree in Reading as well as my K-12 Reading Specialist Certification and Literacy Coach Endorsement. I have taught in brick and mortar schools as well as virtual schools.

I am currently a student at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering. I genuinely enjoy Math as I have always found it interesting.

...with ESL students and taught private music lessons. After graduating, I taught music in the North Carolina public schools where I taught students from middle- through high-school. I am currently teaching in the Pennsylvania public schools where I am an orchestra director at the elementary level. I also run my own piano studio, and I virtually taught ESL students. In my free time, I enjoy playing the piano, writing music, reading, painting, running, and cycling.

...to helping students feel more confident, prepared, and successful in school. I recently moved back to the Pittsburgh area to begin a private sector career after seven years as a diplomat, working overseas and in Washington DC. I am working as a tutor to share my passion for writing, languages (English and French), history, government, and politics with students. I enhance tutoring sessions with real-world examples and scenarios to make history, politics, social studies, and...

...students. Most recently, I spent seven months living in Germany and interning as a Fulbright English teaching assistant in a middle school and high school. I love working with students who are passionate about learning languages. My passion and knowledge for German has helped me to study and pursue the language for over 10 years, and I love sharing the nuances of German with others. Even though English is my native language, I have a...

...research assistant for the Tristam-Nagle Biophysics Lab performing measurements of lipid density and volume. I have always enjoyed learning and spreading that knowledge to others. I'm very enthusiastic to practice this love for learning and teaching by aiding others in their studies through Varsity Tutors! My background in Science and Mathematics makes these subjects my strong suits; however, I am also capable of mentoring in English and the Humanities. I look forward to working with...

I am a freelance writer, an online teacher, and a civil engineering designer. I've taught language arts, creative arts, and engineering classes in person and online, and I am excited to tutor here on Varsity Tutors! You will find writing and math help here as well as a healthy dose of encouragement. :) I cannot wait to meet you!

...been a great example for me in my own teaching. I volunteered for two years as a teachers assistant in an ESL class for adult immigrants. I love languages, especially our own rich English language. Shakespeare has a huge fan in me! As does Vergil; in college, I carried extra credits and after college had private tutoring session specifically because I wanted the opportunity to read The Aeneid in its original language. I am eager...

...range of subjects, with particular expertise in biology, test prep and admissions counseling and essay workshopping. In my experience, tutoring is most successful when I am able to relate my lessons to students' interests, so I aim to get to know my students on a personal level for a few minutes each session. I believe this makes the sessions more interesting and engaging. I'm looking forward to getting to know you and helping you with...

Hello! My name is Dan Rein and I go by Mr.Dan with my students! I have been an online tutor for three years. I have worked with students of all ages and welcome students of all grade levels. I have worked K-12 as a substitute teacher and currently specialize with students in kindergarten and first grade. I look foward to our first session to help your child be the best student they can be!

My name is Bethany Piechowicz. I am a recent college graduate from Penn State. I earned bachelor degrees in chemical engineering and chemistry with minors in environmental engineering and equine science. I love school, learning, and teaching others what I have learned. I enjoy reading books, riding horses, being outside, and solving problems.

...rural orphanage in Kenya, it became more than a job to me- it became my passion. Now, a teacher of over 9 years, it is who I am and how I identify. I have traveled to over 50 countries/places and taught in many including here in Pittsburgh, Denver, Belize, Bali, India, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Currently, the road has led me motherhood and with my baby boy at home, I am looking for the flexibility of...

...tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Economics (particularly microeconomics), Political Science, History, and Math. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests like the GRE, I have seen the most success assisting students in understanding the logic of these exams, how they have been constructed, and what the best approach for leveraging that knowledge is. I have a deep commitment to education. Education is necessary not just for...

...University of Pennsylvania, where I earned my bachelor's degree in elementary education along with concentrations in math and reading. As a result, I am certified to teach all subjects in grades K-6 and math and ELA through grade 8. I have taught almost every grade and subject K-8, but have a passion for reading and math. I believe in the importance of lifelong learning and am currently earning my masters degree in curriculum and instruction...

...techniques to both strengthen the tutor-student relationship (it's a lot harder to learn from a stranger) and increase the student's topical competency. Such techniques include crafting multi-media lessons that correspond to the student's learning style(s) and tailoring application/practice problems to student interests for increased engagement. In my spare time, you can catch me listening to music (I recently purchased a record player!!), finding a new local tea house/coffee shop, or gushing over a dog I...

...in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania before attending the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California for his undergraduate degree. He majored in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing (with no Rose Bowl wins) before moving here to New York City. He is an alumnus of Columbia University Master of Fine Arts program for poetry and has taught students from kindergarten to the collegiate level. Billy believes that students should be taught ELA skills not just...

...certified to teach PreK-5th grade. I have tutored and taught all subjects and I have used a variety of teaching strategies. I mostly enjoy teaching reading and writing. Reading is extremely powerful for a child and is so enjoyable! I am dedicated to making a positive difference in your child's academic career. Outside of teaching I enjoy playing tennis, reading, and playing with my puppy! I am currently working on getting enrolled to start my...

...Language Development Specialist at Carnegie Mellon University. I received my Master's degree in Organizational Communication and my Bachelor's in rhetoric. I divide my time at work between working with students to help fill fluency gaps, teaching writing workshops, and working on cultural competency with non-native English speaker. I honed my skills overseas in Southeast Asia for five years working with a variety of topics including public speaking, ESL, and business writing. I have been certified...