Award-Winning Essay Editing Tutors serving Blaine, MN

I tutor because I want to help make a difference for students. In the past few years, I have spent much of my time tutoring learners on how to become better writers and speakers. My Master's degree is in Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics from the University if Minnesota, and my undergraduate degree is in Chinese Studies from Minnesota State University - Moorhead. Although I have taught at the university level in the...

...at the University of Minnesota. I most love helping students discover their power and voice through college essays and projects for their literature courses, but I also love helping students grow in their reading skills and other classes. I believe that every learner has the ability to grow if a good teacher or tutor pushes him or her along the way. I try to do that through first getting to know the student and then empowering...

...my studies revolving around social justice and the cultivation of an equitable society for all. Often, I become an impromptu tutor in many of my classes, and due to the diverse learning environment at MCTC, I tutor students of various ages and backgrounds. Further, my experience in philosophy has led me to many discussion circles wherein a number of students, myself included, are working together towards a greater comprehension of a difficult text. These experiences...

...am excited to tutor students of all ages in a variety of academic and test prep areas. I was raised in the U.S. and am a native English speaker with a diverse educational background. I attended preschool through 11th grade in the U.S. and received my high school (international baccalaureate) diploma from an international boarding school in Hong Kong. During college, I studied Mandarin Chinese and Korean. I completed 6 months of study abroad in...

...my Bachelor of Science in English with an emphasis on Professional Writing from the University of Wisconsin - River Falls prior to law school. My passions lie with writing of all kinds, which led me to study writing extensively through undergrad and law school. My experiences tutoring other college-age students also helped me discover a passion for helping others develop their own writing skills. My main goal in tutoring is to help the student learn...

...a variety of students, I hope I can improve the capabilities of those with whom I work! I try to encourage students to feel good about their progress, even if sometimes progress simply means passing. It's important to contribute the effort by both the tutor and the student, and to always remember that listening, accepting challenges, and laughter can contribute enormously to one's learning and one's self esteem. I have four degrees: a BA in...

...creative solutions to help them understand new concepts and materials as well as find value in the learning process itself. It is my goal to create student-centered classes that give all students multiple opportunities to develop their creativity and communication, leadership, and management skills that will be necessary throughout their lives. As an educator who spent 10 years teaching English as a foreign language in Japan and Macedonia, it is my goal to teach English...

...From working one-on-one with students on craft projects, to tutoring multiple students at once with a wide range of subjects. My education at a Project-Based Learning charter school from ages 9-18 has bestowed me with strong research and problem-solving skills, and makes me an excellent fast learner that can teach others effectively as I go. Currently, I am in my freshman year at the University of Minnesota, pursuing double majors in Special Education and Political...

...Bachelor's degree in History and Classics from Brown University. My academic background reflects a deep curiosity about human behavior, culture, and communicationinterests that directly inform my tutoring work. I have extensive experience supporting learners of various ages and backgrounds. I've served as an associate at the Brown University Writing Center, taught English to individuals experiencing homelessness and living with HIV/AIDS at Housing Works in New York, and worked as a Teaching Assistant for introductory economics...

...became interested in working with students in high school. I enjoy teaching and watching students understand a topic that was once challenging to them and being able to go on to teach their peers. Nothing is as rewarding as learning something new and I love being a part of that process. I currently attend the University of Minnesota as a Political Science major and am due to graduate early in 2016. After graduation, I hope...

...I spend my days teaching the core subjects (reading, math, social studies and science) to primarily ELL, or English language learning, students. I graduated from the University of Minnesota, Morris, in 2010, with a major in elementary education, and a minor in sociology. I have been teaching for the past five years in a few different cities around the US. I moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin after graduating and began my career as a teacher in...

...friend who edited everyone's essays in high school and college, so I decided to turn it into a side gig! I have experience in legal writing/editing, screenwriting, and journalism, making me a great copy editor. My kind and patient nature allow me to offer objective feedback without diminishing the confidence of the student. I also love helping young writers find their voice! I'm a firm believer that you don't have to give up your creative...

...Information Science, with a youth services focus, from Simmons College in Boston, MA. I earned my Bachelor of Arts, a dual degree in Writing Intensive English and Journalism, with a Minor in History, from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. Since completing my education I’ve worked in a wide variety of academic settings from an inner city middle school in Cambridge, MA to an elite private preschool-12th grade school in Baton Rouge, LA, to a charter...

...to contribute to education. I have experience teaching all age groups, as I was a Water Safety Instructor for years, and I have volunteered at local elementary schools to help guide kids in different learning activities. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel empowered to explore and ask questions. I believe that everyone has unique strengths and learning styles, and I tailor my approach to meet individual...

...in speech-language pathology. While in school, I was a TA and completed a masters thesis. I have been an SLP for 6 years and that continues to be my "day job." I wanted to get into tutoring because I wanted something flexible while still teaching- it truly is a passion of mine! I've learned a lot being in public education, including working with students who have a wide variety of needs. I meet students where...

...currently awaiting to match into a Family Medicine Residency. I am also a graduate from St. Catherine University. I obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry with a concentration in Biochemistry. During my time in college, I served as a Teaching Assistant in a biochemistry lab. Not only I was available to students in the lab when they have questions, I tutored students who struggled with the course. After college, I was an ESL...

...and a Bachelor's degree in English Education. I earned my first degree at the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. After graduating with my undergraduate degree I taught high school for two years in Fargo, ND and then decided I wanted to do something different. I applied to grad schools and was accepted to Seton Hall University in South Orange, NJ. I moved to New Jersey where I went to school and taught for them...

...my final semester of a degree in English and History at Bethel University, and next year I'll enter a graduate program in English and Cultural Studies at McMaster University. I'm passionate about reading, writing, history, journalism, geography, and languages, and I have experience teaching/tutoring in all of these areas. From tutoring video editing to college students to leading an elementary English class in Cuellaje, Ecuador, I love getting to know students individually and helping them...

I am a marketing student at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. In high school, I was a tutor for two years, with subjects ranging from math, english, science, and history. As your tutor, i will explain how each process or concept works, then provide examples of the process, and then at the end of each concept, I will help you work through some examples of your own. ... As your tutor, I will explain...

...institution. My past teaching experience is in high school Spanish. I have a bachelors degree from Luther College in Spanish education with a minor in Art. I also have a master's degree in international education from the University of Minnesota. I am passionate about language, culture, and how the two interact. I enjoy helping students express themselves more clearly. With joy and humor, I aim to help folks learn how to create new ways of...