Award-Winning ESL/ELL Tutors serving Eastern Michigan University, MI

I believe in helping students develop the skills that lie within him/her so that they are prepared for all education situations in life. ... Get to know the student to understand what their needs are and how I can best help them.... I help students struggling with reading comprehension by reading the material with the student. Once the difficult area has been identified, then we make associations from the reading with what the student already knows,...

I am a lifelong learner, and I hope to share that mindset while tutoring. I believe that any subject can be interesting as long as your approach it with an open, optimistic mind.... Any subject can be made interesting, with a motivated and optimistic mindset.... In a first session I like to find out a student's strengths and weaknesses. From there, we can determine if our best option is to multiply a student's strengths, or incrementally...

...Lastly, with a background in Japanese, I have successfully completed 15 credits worth of Japanese with a 4.0, and an average of 3.75 in all Japanese language classes, as well as being a supplemental instructor for the introductory class, this helps me both in Japanese Tutoring through both Genki and Nakama textbooks, or to help...

...to later revisions of a finished product. I'm also quite familiar with reading comprehension and knowledge acquisition, and have a strong background in literature in English as well as literary devices and storytelling tropes. My tutoring style is didactic but engaging, helping to inform students of any issues they might face and providing solutions that...

...role of a mentor to nourish relationships on an individual level, help students find out their own learning styles, and guide them on the path to using that knowledge to learn content. It is my belief that the first step of any mentor relationship is to get to know each other on a more personal...

...develop skills, and achieve their academic goals. I hold a master's degree in Social Work Administration from the University of Chicago, which has deepened my passion for empowering individuals to reach their full potential. My teaching approach is student-centered, focusing on creating an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters growth and success.

...teaching all subjects, but my favorites are reading, writing, and cooking. I have taught all ages in elementary school classrooms, and all subjects. In addition, I have led after-school science club, Sunday School, and tutored students who use English as a second language. My most recent experiences have been in physical education and art as...

...love to write for academic purposes! In my free time, I like to sew, read, and cook. I don't participate in sports (no running unless I am chased by something really scary) but I like to watch them! I am a lifelong learner and a strong advocate for education. I believe that a well-rounded education...

...passionate about helping students because I know how challenging new topics can be, as I am experiencing student life as well! I tutor Japanese, K-8th grade mathematics, K-12th grade reading/writing, college essay editing, and more! Education is incredibly important for our fostering our own growth to one day jump in our communities to make the...

...is only a small part of the puzzle; perfecting test-taking skills is equally important. I have taken many standardized tests throughout my life, and have been able to do well by understanding the tests and utilizing these skills. When I have spare time, I enjoy staying active by playing basketball and exercising. I also enjoy...

...in Human Behavior and Social Services. I have four years of experience working with children through tutoring, summer camps, and after school activities. I have a passion for helping people and plan to work with children in Adoption and Foster Care Services in my future career. I love tutoring because it is an incredible experience...

I am a graduate of the University of Michigan. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Business. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, English, and Psychology. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing pickleball, painting, and learning new crafts.

I have been a teacher for 37 years. I have taught K - 8. I have taught in both public and private schools. I enjoy working with students. I most enjoy helping students with reading and writing.

I'm currently a student at Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. I'm passionate about helping students excel in subjects and overcome their challenges. I enjoy teaching many subjects, but especially algebra and calculus. I myself am studying for the LSAT at the moment, and hope to one day be a lawyer!

...teach secondary level Spanish, which is valid until 2023. I hold a Master's in Educational Policy from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor's in Spanish from Michigan State University. I have studied abroad in Spain and worked in Spanish speaking environments (immigration law, ESL), and I love teaching language! I can help with conversational...

...learning goals are before us. If I can help you gain a skill or attain to an achievement, it's because I learned enough about how you think and work to help guide you there. Learning about who students are is its own reward for me; after all, how can people not be fascinating? In my...

...transplant from the West coast currently living in the Midwest! I love hanging out with my three goldendoodles, trying out new vegan recipes to eat and rowing and or swimming! Nice to meet you and have a great day! - Sarah Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of Washington Seattle

...how to utilize that voice to communicate your ideas is just as useful outside the classroom as it is inside. I've seen the positive effects of writing, and they inspire me to continue teaching. My approach to helping students utilize their voice begins with an understanding of the context in which they're learning: what is...

...help my students find their own way to a greater world. I get excited when I understand new topics and love being able to share that feeling with others. Be it the joy of completing a draft of writing or the satisfaction of improving in a language, I want my students to feel confident and...

...(M.A. Teaching Foreign Language). I have been with Detroit Public School since 1992. In high school, I struggled with Spanish all four years and when I applied to college I challenged myself to give Spanish just one shot. Spanish finally clicked for me and I have never looked back. That experience allows my students and...