Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors serving Scottsdale, AZ

...a school daycare. I have also worked as a college teaching assistant for research methods, social development, and adolescent development. I am a strong writer and reader, and I love to work with kids. I believe that every student has incredible potential, and I want to help you feel confident in your unique talents! I also have experience developing curriculum for unique developmental circumstances, including for children with autism. My teaching philosophy emphasizes autonomy-supportive learning...

...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 volunteer soccer coach,...

...the art in everything that I do. It has influenced the way I live my life, the way I think, and now the way I teach. As captain of my high school drum line, I discovered that different people learn in vastly different ways, and it's entirely the instructor's responsibility to adapt to that. Failure to understand a concept reflects on the teacher rather than the student, and I now know this quite well having...

I have a passion for helping others grow and learn more about children, families, psychology, and how the mind works. I love to see the lightbulb turn on when a student grasps a concept. I am an artist, a mother, and a lifelong learner myself.

...obtained a certificate as a Black Belt. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering critical thinking, encouraging curiosity, and creating a supportive learning environment. I believe in empowering students to become independent learners who can apply their knowledge beyond the classroom. My tutoring style is collaborative, engaging students in active learning through discussions, problem-solving, and real-world applications. Outside of teaching, I enjoy being with my wife of 40 years, my daughter and her two grand kids....

...interests and enjoy spending time outdoor hiking and mountain biking. Overall, I'd say I'm a natural born problem solver. I love solving problems, especially abstract ones requiring creativity and imagination. I think it is the challenge of pulling from all of your life experiences and knowledge to come up with a solution that works. I think the key for success is having enough patience to keep ones imagination at work long enough to come up...

I am a graduate student in psychology with an extensive research background and a passion for education. I have presented an international conferences and am currently working on several publications in peer reviewed journals. Along with my extensive research background comes a strong foundation in statistics and writing. I look forward to working with you to help reach your goals!

...from Duke University in 2018. After investing a year studying for the LSAT, I scored in the 99.9th percentile. After dedicating so much time and effort studying for the exam and tutoring many others as well, I understand the LSAT inside-and-out. While preparing for the exam, I used nearly every prep material available and developed a consistent and highly-accurate approach to solving each section of the exam. I truly enjoy teaching and helping others succeed....

...Biology. I can tutor math and science subjects of all levels for students from 4th-12th grade as well as the SAT. Biology and History are my favorite and strongest subjects as I enjoy the memorizing and understanding of large amounts of information. I enjoy helping students find a solid, consistent method of learning material through the repetition of problems approached in different ways to gain a better understanding of topics. The promotion of preventive health...

...biophysics, classical physics, instrumentation. Chemistry: Organic, inorganic, analytical, physical chemistry, biochemistry. For the side of biology: Anatomy, microbiology, ecology, and genetics. Specialized topics in environmental biotechnology and environmental engineering. My favorite topics to tutor are the ones that involve physical sciences and biological sciences. Environmental Engineering is an excellent area of example since many of its calculations allow me to discuss an enormous amount of topics and angles in one single problem. My teaching philosophy...

...their writing skills. I believe strongly that everyone has the talent needed to write and express themselves but that they need to learn how to structure and organize their writing so that their ideas can flow. For standardized testing I believe the most important factor in success is becoming comfortable with the test itself; learning the common ways the test makers misdirect a student’s attention and how to properly break down a problem. Outside of...

...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 lab sections of...

I was involved in police work for over 27 years working as both a field officer and a detective. I have been teaching various Administration of Justice courses for over 3 years at Glendale Community College (AZ). I completed my Master of Divinity with a special emphasis on chaplaincy with a 3.72 GPA. I have been teaching and researching religious subjects for over 40 years.

...very important to students, and I enjoy helping them to conquer the test and succeed. My teaching philosophy can be described as a coaching style in which, like athletics, I believe learning the subject matter, good techniques, and constant practice are the best ways to achieving better scores. I love staying active in lots of different ways whether it be playing sports, yoga, or even tough mudders. I like reading about and experiencing Art and...

...comprehension, and test prep so that I can bring my passion for learning to students who aren't getting the help they need in the classroom. I have experience tutoring students from 13 to college age in math and science, and I'm looking forward to expanding my subject with new students in social studies, reading, and test prep. I am particularly interested in helping high school students prepare for AP tests, many of which I have...

...I've taken the exam and know exactly how to help students perform well. I tutor students in a way that is fun, helpful, but also logical. Students learn best when subjects are broken down into simple, easy-to-understand steps. That's my teaching style, taking concepts and moving forward one step at a time. In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities and playing sports. Basketball, hiking, swimming, and reading are a few of my hobbies. I'm...

...subjects, but I also really enjoy helping students improve their writing and standardized testing skills. Every student is different, and so I firmly believe that studying and learning habits should be tailored to each person. I make it a goal to help students discover how they learn best! I can also help students with organization and time management techniques along the way. When I'm not being a student, teacher, or researcher, I am usually making...

...an advanced lab for undergraduate Physics majors. After graduation, I taught for Phoenix college, Mesa Community College, Grand Canyon University and American Leadership Academy. My students have been from all ages and socioeconomic conditions. As far as teaching philosophy goes, I believe in the Socratic Method, which is that you learn best by asking questions. In my free time I watch movies, watch lectures on Wondrium, listen to music, program in Python, and do photography.

hi my name is lily i am a pre law student at airzona state i have been tutoring for 3 years my favorite subjects are goverment, history and english.

...for the past 19 years. I have 9 younger siblings and the youngest one will be starting kindergarten in August (can you believe that?). I am currently going for two Master's degrees from ASU. The most important thing that I remember to do throughout my day is to keep a smile on my face. No matter what I'm going through, I always look at the bright side of things. I am looking forward to interacting...