Award-Winning Essay Editing Tutors in Houston, TX

I work as a commercial and academic copyeditor for a number of book publishers, and I also teach English and Philosophy at the college level. I've tutored students of all ages in the principles of composition, rhetoric, and a number of humanities and social science disciplines. On a personal note, I am an avid but terrible runner and a would-be movie buff.

...what an individual students challenges or blocks may be, and tailor my tutoring specifically to target those challenges, while reinforcing what the student already does well. My ability to use my instincts and my observational listening skills to uncover a students potential challenges, coupled with my natural teaching ability and my verbal communication skills make me a very effective tutor. My students will feel challenged and confident in their ability and this will produce major...

...any successful individual. The emphasis on STEM subjects in schools at the expense of the humanities and social sciences saddens me. I aim to help my students see the value of these areas of study. Finally, I believe that education should primarily be about shaping the person you are, rather than just achieving a certain grade. I therefore emphasize effective study techniques, self-discipline, and self-organization as the foundations of an excellent student.... I endeavor to carefully recognize where each student is at before making deliberate steps to where they want to be. I place emphasis on how to study and not just what to study.

...critical reading, and writing requirements, and support those areas with examples from the pragmatic backdrop of what language arts and writing skills are needed to succeed today in college and in business. For younger students, my approach is to integrate interesting activities with the lesson plan and to match the lesson pacing to the student's level and learning style. I believe all students can improve with the right guidance and with application on their part....

...riding a bike. It is my job to present the information in a new way and give you the confidence to believe in yourself. I am here to help you use your innate abilities to enjoy subjects that once challenged you. As a child I loathed writing papers and it is now one of my best skills! Miracles do happen with the right resources. I look forward to making your academic dreams a reality. You...

...themselves; the goal is to make myself unnecessary in a way. My strengths (in school and tutoring) are in foreign languages including Latin and humanitiesexpect a very enthusiastic tutor especially if we are talking about Shakespeare! I also think it is important to try and frame things in a context students are used to, so if that means watching She's the Man in order to understand Twelfth Night, then that's what we will do (although...

...wow others with your writing, then I'm sure I can help you achieve your fullest potential. I am also good at teaching Spanish in a way that it's dynamic, practical, and applicable to real world situations. In addition, I'm trained in using drama and art techniques to teach, and can cater to more visual or kinesthetic learners. I enjoy teaching. I think it is one of the most rewarding professions that a person can do....

...and was asked to help other students in these subjects as well. I enjoy many activities such as reading, writing, playing pool, and I am an avid NFL and NBA fan. I am also a movie fanatic. I am learning to lead a healthier lifestyle and incorporate more exercise and healthier meal options. I am not so focused on the lesson that I forget to make learning fun. I believe that if you enjoy what...

...judging them in various events at the Texas French Symposium, a state-wide high school French competition for students in all levels of French. I absolutely love sharing my love of the French language and culture with others. As for Biology, and most other sciences, I find that most students struggle in learning the tiny details because they have trouble understanding the major concepts behind those details. I too once had these exact difficulties, and because...

...from The College of William and Mary in 2011 with Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Psychology. I tutored elementary-aged students during college and have continued to tutor since graduation. I have worked with home-schooled students, ADD/ADHD students, as well as very young children gaining a head start on their academic skills. I have a fun but serious and effective approach based upon the ideas of positive reinforcement and personal empowerment. I adapt my...