Award-Winning English Tutors in Spring Valley, NV

...critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in the wide variety of courses that made up my liberal arts education. Upon graduating, I used those skills to further pursue another passion of mine, rock climbing. I worked as a climbing guide, bringing people from all walks of life into my world and out of their comfort zones. I learned how to gently push people past their fears. I learned how to use a combination of encouragement...

...and just figure it out in seconds. I hate asking that guy for help because he doesn't know how to explain somethinghe just gets it right away. He's never sat down and broken it down. I never was that guy and I will never be that guy. I will always be that guy that stays after class to asks questions because I didn't get it right away. I will always be that guy that is...

...and everyday. There is an endless amount of things to learn in this life. I just enjoy being exposed to not only the facts of the information, but also the perspectives of the people who live it out each and every day. What fuels my desire to learn about a vast number of subjects is my ability to pick up information rather quickly, there is a catch however to being a jack of all trades....

I have B.A. degrees in secondary education and Spanish from UNLV. I also have previous experience teaching various levels of Spanish at the high school level. As a tutor, I can help students with all aspects of Spanish language proficiency including vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, listening, and speaking. I can customize tutoring lessons to accommodate different learning styles at all levels from beginner to advanced to help students reach their full potential.

...major of Chemistry, and two minors: Physics and Spanish. I have tutored students since I myself was a student in Middle School, then tutored Chemistry in college and grad school for people earning their Bachelors degrees. I have been tutoring while also being an Upper School Science and Math teacher for over 19 years. I teach all levels of Chemistry (including AP), Physics (regular and honors), AP Environmental Science, Honors Precalculus, Trigonometry, Algebra 1 and...

...extensively in college admissions, both as a college student and a professional. I have 2 years of professional admissions experience at Whitman College, a selective liberal arts college in Walla Walla, WA. My time in the undergraduate admissions offices at two top colleges has taught me the ins and outs of the college search process, how to craft a personal statement reflective of your personality and goals, and countless tips and tricks for admissions and...

...learn from their teachers as well as from their peers. In turn the teacher also learns from his/her students. Throughout the process of observing and interacting with students, teachers can learn how to accommodate their needs. Also, as educators, we must keep in mind that students have different learning styles and they can learn more easily when using the proper style(s) that is best for them. Students need to be encouraged, guided through the educational...

...experience that learning is much easier if the subject is something that one finds interesting. The trick, of course, is to make any subject or assignment interesting to the student -- and that's something I feel very strongly that I bring to the table. While my primary experience is grades K-8, I also have a high level of competence in the social sciences, as well as English/composition for high school and even college courses.... One of...

...the school year student teaching in a blended 5th and 6th grade classroom. I have worked in child 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...

...Lissette is an Honors CCC '15 alumna who majored in Comedy Writing & Performance with an Arts in Healthcare minor. A member of Americans for the Arts and a facilitator for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Lissette served as the Wellness Programs Assistant for The Second City Training Center for one year. Lissette is most passionate about the performing arts, especially improv, as tools for whole body health and wellness. With a background...

...few years working with children between the ages of 5 and 14 years old at local elementary and middle schools in the Las Vegas Metropolitan area. I learned how to deliver lessons and create activities that allowed me to gain experience in lesson planning, writing, and delivering. This experience highlighted the importance of using positive reinforcement as well as different teaching styles to engage all students, whether individually or collectively. I am a huge proponent...

I enjoy teaching and tutoring students to ensure that each student will achieve academic success. I believe that all students should have high expectations for themselves and by doing so, the learning experience will continue throughout their adult life.

...accepted a job in New Mexico. I began my career working with students and continued for my entire professional life, almost twenty years. Not only have I interacted with students in the classroom as an instructor but also outside the classroom as a tutor/counselor/adviser. For example, I have developed, implemented and coordinated a variety of student academic and development programs. More specifically, I can assist students with just about any type of writing assignment: from...

...with a minor in teaching English as a second language, and I am pursuing a master in general addictions counseling. I have a love of learning, so if you have a question I don't know the answer to, we can figure it out together. This hunger for learning makes me passionate about helping students learn and understand when they are struggling. I feel like, as a tutor, it is my responsibility to figure out the...

...valuable teaching methods and incorporate these techniques into my unique tutoring style. My educational background incorporates many areas 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...

Licensed attorney in New York and Nevada. Digital Media Consultant. Writer. Experienced Tutor.... In a typical first session with a student, I get to know their strengths and weaknesses and learn what they would like to work on in our sessions.... I can help a student be an independent learner by giving them assignments, walking them through the process, and giving them feedback on results.... I help students stay motivated by showing them how much they...

...not just imparting knowledge; I am guiding my students on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Witnessing their progress and newfound confidence is not only professionally rewarding but reinforces my belief in the transformative power of education. In conclusion, as a tutor, I am dedicated to fostering a supportive, personalized, and engaging learning experience. My goal is not only to help students excel academically but also to instill in them a lifelong love for learningand a...

...comic books. My favorite quality in a superhero was not their strength, but their ability to expand the peripheries of knowledge. Contributing to the expansion of knowledge and education went from childhood fantasy to reality and I hope that each one of my students becomes empowered by the knowledge they accumulate while working with me. If it is not fairly obvious, I am very nerdy and it would be a lie to say that it...

...I have a Masters in Education in Teaching from California Baptist University. I have 12 years of teaching experience, including 3 years teaching overseas. I have taught KG, 2nd and 4th grades full time. I have also taught 7th Grade Science and Social Studies. Prior to being credentialed, I worked as a substitute teacher for 4 years while going to school. I come from a family of educators, and it is my passion to work...

...hard to make the course requirements very transparent for my students. I do expect students to care about their attendance to class and the quality of their work, and I emphasize participation and self-directed study as the key to succeeding in my classes. I always aim to create an environment that feels fair, safe and predictable because developing trust early on in the semester has been crucial for me to reach students, especially those that...