Award-Winning English Tutors in Tucson, AZ

Hello, my name is Michelle. I am originally from Vermont, but recently moved to the desert. In my spare time I do cooking experiments, go for bike rides, write short stories, and watch stand up comedy. I have a lot of patience when it comes to learning new things and I look forward to teaching!... My teaching philosophy revolves around the idea that we learn better when we are comfortable making mistakes. They are, after all,...

In order to become a great teacher, you must first learn to listen to your students. ... Everyone learns differently; the trick is to find out how.... Get to know them: what do they do, how do they like to have fun, do they prefer pictures and stories to learn or flashcards and practice testing?... Help them figure out how they learn best. If you are aware of what you need to do, then your studying...

...for UA athletes, where I helped students struggling with English composition and Spanish courses. Though I enjoy tutoring students in writing classes, I am most passionate about Spanish and have studied the language for nearly nine years. I am a firm believer that with the right instructor and plenty of hands-on practice, anyone can learn a foreign language. In my free time, I enjoy reading (yes, I am a proud, self-proclaimed nerd), writing, and spending...

Being a teacher fills me with joy and purpose as I watch my students grow and develop their skills each day. I love creating a positive learning environment where students feel encouraged and empowered to reach their full potential.

...Academy. Because of that, I'm extremely comfortable with online communication/learning. I've had to learn a lot about self-teaching, and learning in unorthodox ways. Also, as a result of my education experience, I am highly self-motivated individual, who works really hard to maintain motivation and inspiration. I'm extremely passionate about English topics, including literature and analysis. From an elementary level of writing, to a college analytical essay, I can you help you improve your writing, and...

...adapt different approaches to certain students, I believe each case was a chance for me to learn more about how people learn and understand difficult material. Even in the classroom, I have had to adjust certain reading passages for certain students, change styles of lecture (powerpoint, reading material), and even adjust assignment levels based on the student. Yet in the long run, these changes have shaped me more as a teacher and a learner. Not...

...essays because these high stakes pieces are a special opportunity for students' creativity and lived experience to shine. I have a knack for drawing out your creative take on those essays while still helping you solidly nail all the requirements. My teaching philosophy can be summed up to the following adage: "When the student is ready, the teacher appears." I am here to help students find their own inner teacher, and often I use the...

I am passionate and committed to education.

...I spent 18 years teaching internationally. I feel that these experiences cultivated a great enthusiasm for learning. Exploring many cultures, ethnicities and unique individuals provides me with a broad foundation which I feel strengthens my ability to work with my students. My enthusiasm and positive attitude are characteristics consistently mentioned by my administrators as well as peers. My teaching approach is very student centered and hands on. I am a confident communicator and value the...

...degree in Higher Education administration. My experience allows me to really help high school, college, and law students - not only have I been there, but I've done the research as well. I can help you achieve your goals and also frame your goals. While I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Law, History and Politics. I see students learn a lot when we work on writing and study...

...the process of teaching and learning interests me to no end. I have my BA in journalism from the University of Arizona and my MFA in Creative Writing from Goddard College. Writing and reading are my main vocations and past times, though I have had about every kind of job you can think of! My real world experience enables me to incorporate compassion and understanding for all students. I would love to help you find...

...and History. I have a Bachelor's of Science in Child-Developmental Psychology from Saint Mary's College in Moraga, California. I received both my Level I and II Education Specialist credential at Brandman Univsersity, located in Walnut Creek, California. In addition, I have completed my course work for my Master's of Arts in Special Education. My primary experience has been working with students and clients with academic and behavior needs. I was born and raised on the...

Just wanting to help as many students as I can to achieve success.

...scores can go up significantly with studying and tutoring. My teaching style is focused on engaging the student and using their own unique learning style and base of knowledge to move forward. I look for ways to help a student connect with the material and use appropriate study techniques to improve performance, whether it be a letter grade or a test score. In my free time I love to write, cook for my friends, play...

...focused goal. I have mentored adults in poetry and would love to expand my writing passion with all ages. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Creative Writing and English with a focus on poetry and I am currently working towards my Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and English with an online teaching certificate. Together, I look to connect with students on their level to find out what interests them and how...

...have recently become an Auntie for the first time, to a lovely baby boy whom I adore! I attended Prescott College, earning bachelor's degrees in both Ed and Elementary Ed. I maintained a 4.0 GPA during my undergrad. I attended Full Sail University, earning a Master of Fine arts in Writing, and my GPA was 3.7. I have also earned a Certification in Counseling for Gender Diverse Population from NorthCentral University. If a student wishes...

I am passionate about teaching and learning new things as well. I believe education is a continuous journey where we need to keep traveling daily. I look forward to be a mentor to others, helping them do their best and be the best.

Hello! My name is Ev and I am working on my master's degree in speech pathology, I graduated with a bachelors and with a minor in American Sign Language. I am a tutor because everyone should have the opportunity to learn and I enjoy working with each student to find the best way to support their individual learning style.

I am currently a student at the University of Arizona majoring in accounting. I am looking forward to working and helping students in any subject matter. Every student learns differently and I will tailor my tutoring techniques to fit the needs of each student. When I am not attending classes I love to play soccer as well as spend time with my family.

...good understanding of the foundations of math. I have also taught 4th grade, which gave me experience in upper elementary math, such as working with adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions. I graduated from the University of Arizona with an Elementary Education Degree. Before teaching, I worked with children as a youth leader with the YMCA. In high school, I also tutored elementary students. I had plenty of experience working with children before I became...