Award-Winning Essay Editing Tutors serving Scottsdale, AZ

I do not merely want to know, but I also want to understand how things work. And, in everything I engage in, I pursue understanding and wisdom, the tools that keep me lastingly equipped for success.

Hello, My name is Dana Lesueur. I have a Dual-Degree in Human Development and Psychology and a Masters in Social Work. I have over 5+ years of tutoring experience and hope to gain more! Feel free to reach out if any questions arise.

...curriculum. I came to see exactly why 'prep school' is preparation for college academics. Once a person really comes to understand how to write a thesis statement, they'll find there is no end to its usefulness! A big part of my educational philosophy was formed as we homeschooled through fifth grade and our homeschool Latin teacher explained that "ludus"meaning playing games was the ancient ideal of the classroom. Finding the fun in learning is my...

...I have completed my Bachelors in Finance and have successfully passed the FINRA Series 7, Series 66, State Life & Health Insurance License, and the CFP Exam. Being a Financial Planner is no different than being an educator or a coach. My passion is to teach my clients on how build a robust financial plan, however my passion goes beyond that. At Varsity Tutors, my vision is to help you achieve your goal of successfully...

...several friends. My teaching style can be best described as knowledge gap identification. I believe that the single most important thing for learning, after attitude, is identifying exactly what information has been miscommunicated. After this step, almost any person can learn any subject with enough patience. I moved to Arizona after accepting ASU's offer and have enjoyed the state since. During my first semester, I worked as a teaching assistant and was responsible for four...

...1 sister. So far, 4 of my brothers have followed my footsteps through higher education. My other 2 brothers are still in high school; my sister is still in elementary school. I have also instilled in them the importance of education so they will also follow in my footsteps. I am very passionate about reading and helping others. I have always been told that I am a great trainer, teacher due to my patience, lack...

...(BS). I love working with children and teens and have been able to do so for the past eight years through leading small groups at my church, nannying, my work as a habilitation provider, and tutoring students of all ages. My love for education has given me a passion to succeed in academics and help others do the same, no matter their struggles. I tutor a variety of subjects, but two of my favorite are...

...my knowledge on others and in seeing others succeed. I especially love tutoring motivated, hard-working students to help them achieve their full potentials. When reviewing material with a student, I generally like to delve straight into the meat of a topic, helping the student along the way if need be. It is also crucial to be patient and understanding when a student is struggling with a concept, since this is conducive to the student's learning....

...was on academic scholarship all 4 years. I love school, but more importantly I love learning and helping others cultivate that lifelong love. I have experience tutoring students from K-College level in Math, Reading, & Writing. I am particularly interested in helping K-12 students discover their own potential in Math and Reading, and succeed on standardized tests. I also have unique experience in the professional world working as a Business Planning Manager for a Fortune...

...allow better integration of abstract concepts into reality, concreting what you know and leaving you with a desire to find out more. I attended college at Northwest Missouri State University and received a B.S. in ACS-accredited Chemistry in 2008. I have therefore had a lot of chemistry, including organic and p-chem as well as algebra, trig, geometry and multi-variate calculus. While I was a tutor for the Chemistry/Physics department (and asked to tutor College Lit...

...can have a high degree of variability in how they are taught and what a teacher wants from their students. I think that my job is helping students achieve the best grade possible, which means that I often ask that students provide me with a syllabus or rubric. This allows me to focus on what your instructor wants. Outside of academia, I enjoy traveling. I’ve been fortunate enough to spend significant amounts of time living...

...anatomy and physiology, English, grammar, and writing. The majority of my teaching has been with 6th through 10th grade students. We know that students do not all learn the same way; one of my biggest strengths is creativity in teaching and tutoring. I am also very energetic, caring and a great listener. I love to travel and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. I am an avid reader, a movie buff, cook regularly, and write...

...years in 2nd and 4th grades, before transitioning to the library. Being the school librarian is the BEST JOB EVER because I get to teach English Language Arts standards while also aiding students in grades K-5 in developing their personal love for reading. This is something I feel very passionate about! I have a Masters Degree from Arizona State University in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Language and Literacy. While teaching reading and...

Compassionate, driven third year elementary education student dedicated to student success.

...of person who gets way too excited helping someone finally understand a confusing concept. I love seeing people have those "wait, I get it now" moments. I have tutored English Literature, US Government, US and World History, Japanese, and AP-level test prep (especially Calc AB, English Lang/Lit, and Social Studies exams). These are subjects I not only did well in, but actually enjoyed, which makes teaching them feel really natural. I also love helping students...

...minor allowed me to learn more about education as applied to different age groups, and I have experience working with children, adolescents, college students, and adults. I believe in a growth mindset philosophy where each person can continue to grow and learn--nothing is fixed in talent. By engaging in creative and conversational methods, I motivate students to grasp the concepts, learn to love writing, and feel confident in their abilities. When I was a youth...

...and have strived to give myself extensive experience in this field through peer mentoring and instruction positions on my college campus. While I am flexible with the subjects I tutor on, Literature and Writing tend to be some of my favorites. This is because I understand how complicated these subjects can be for students to understand despite how essential they are in many careers, and helping them figure out different techniques and methods to minimize...

...become a teacher. I graduated Snow College with honors, achieving my Associate's Degree in Elementary Education. I volunteered and taught across the globe in Thailand to gain more experience. I just finished my final year at Utah Valley University in the Elementary Education program, in which I received my Bachelor's Degree and teaching license. I tutor Elementary subjects and test preparation for ACT, ISEE, Geography and US History. I love to read and write and...

I believe in lifelong learning in we have the ability to succeed and achieve our goals. I graduated from Walden University with a DBA I have 20 years of government experience and I am currently an adjunct facility member of NAU public administration programs.

...Math, Science, Spanish, English, etc., from elementary school through college. The reason I think I manage to be successful in helping others is that I recognize the different types of learning styles. Some individuals are verbal learners (like me), others are physical learners, and others have even different styles of learning (there are seven recognized types of learning). Teachers can attempt to teach to different learning styles, but sometimes trying to accommodate for all seven...