Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Aurora, CO

...are both intellectually gifted and have a learning disability. I have a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Michigan. I have taught college courses in psychology and organizational behavior, and recently received a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Northern Colorado. I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds. My tutoring style emphasizes identifying and building upon student strengths, adapting my methods and explanations to best meet the needs...

...a given text. It wasn't until I learned to connect the texts to my own personal experiences and to write skillfully and with confidence that I grew to appreciate the study of literature and the art of writing in college. As such, my undergraduate concentration in creative writing allowed me to work in small, intimate writing workshops in which I developed my own writing skills as well as helped to support others through peer-editing and...

...students can learn. We just need to find the right ways to teach them. Not every student learns in the same way, so it is up to teachers and tutors to help students discover how they learn best. It is often hard to find this out in a classroom of 25 or more students, but with a tutor, students can often find out how they can become lifelong learners and enrich their lives in the...

...ESL in a professional school for a year to students from all over the world ages 13-88, and have tutored Spanish, French, professional writing (with MLA and APA citation), and basic study skills such as time management and organization. I love teaching and I believe that you need to be having fun learning or else the information you are absorbing will have no purpose in the future. I create lessons involving zombie attacks, trivia games,...

...class, majoring in Political Science with minors in History and Spanish. I am fluent in Spanish and conversational in French, and have lived and worked in Spain, Mexico, Ecuador, Argentina, Colombia, and Chile. I am currently enrolled in the MPhil in Development Studies at the University of Oxford in the UK. My personal interests include any kind of sports or outdoor activities, adventurous eating, and walking my puppy Ray. Looking forward to working with you!

...on others for answers. This is done through discussing global issues around fulling understanding a subject and writing, and not through fast rule-based corrections. I am here to offer my students the tools they will craft themselves with my guidance as a coach, leaving with newfound knowledge, personal development, and academic success. Many of the skills that I teach translate to many other areas of life as well. The only prerequisite would be for my...

...an assistant editorial board member for an international undergraduate philosophy journal called *Stance* and through the process of getting one of my English Literature papers published in another international undergraduate journal of literary criticism and research in the discipline of English (published in The Oswald Review). While I love to teach a variety of subjects, I am most interested in teaching subjects in writing, English, Philosophy, Politics, Law, or anything related. As my variety of...

...in 1st year of independent education startup 12 Juveniles counseled and educated at a wilderness education program 6 years successfully counseling "at risk" youth in California, Florida and Montana 5 years tutoring and educating special populations across the curriculum 4 years implementing animal assisted services and curriculum design 3 years as a Certified Power Yoga Instructor for Corepower Yoga Studios 2 years as a Certified TESOL/ESL Teacher for English: second language learners 1 year as...

...tend to encounter the same difficulties with all History students, regardless of their age or grade. They tell me that History is boring, and they don't consider it relevant to their lives. My goal is to change that perception by finding parallels between the subject matter and the modern world. History is so much more than a list of names and dates to be memorized. In order to truly understand the modern world one must...

I am a recent MBA grad who has experience working in business and public policy. I have written at a professional level and have experience doing economic research.

...powerful tool in the discovery of one's self and others, for literature can open new doors to new worlds while at the same time validate one's own life and experiences. The art of writing can do the same; it is a source of self-expression and a window into someone else's world. Literature and the language arts are naturally holistic; they touch the head, heart, and hands making learning relevant and valid. These traits are some...

...learning continues as I am currently pursuing a PhD in Systems and Engineering Management. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics, Computers, Business, and Continuous Improvement initiatives. In my experience, helping share my knowledge with others has been very rewarding. I am a firm believer in self-improvement, with education leading to an improved quality of life. I aim to challenge and share this passion with my students as...

...speakers, so my skills are honed and strategic. If you are confused, I can explain it to you in a way that is useful for you. Now let's talk about Spanish! I would love to help you reach your goals with this fun language. Whether just starting out or working your way through higher college-level classes, you will have fun and feel comfortable under my tutelage. I also love to teach math to elementary and...

...students at a variety of age/skill levels. I love learning and vieweducation as the endeavor to attain knowledge and wisdom, which is one of the highest human experiences. Tutoring any student is a great privilege and opportunity to nurture and guide individuals as they embark on the great adventure which is the advancement of their education, a task which I do not take lightly. I had to make a choice in picking my major, and...

...well. The experience I gained from this position has shown me the underlying tenacity in young men and women to learn if the curriculum is tailored to their interests or presented with a novel perspective. Additionally, my ESL certification has granted me further opportunities to hone my teaching skills and techniques. I enjoy teaching a wide variety of subjects, but I gravitate towards English, Essay Writing, and Literature. After graduation I moved to Colorado to...

...me to gain theory and skills for being a writing tutor. In the class, I learned about meeting tutees where they are and to really listen to and find out what questions need addressing (everyone is different). I learned how to lead with helpful resources that can be used ongoing, even if/when tutees are unable to work with me. The goal, always, is to help direct tutees to become stronger writers who can at some...

I am a recent college graduate with previous experience tutoring NCAA athletes in a variety of subjects. I understand students have different motivators and how to identify what inspires someone to work harder. Additionally, I recognize that each person has their preferences and work with students to customize plans and teaching styles. ... Every student has the ability to learn, it is just a matter of finding a way to make the info "stick" in their...

...a Masters in Reading to address the problem. I tutored K12 (all subjects) for three years to master the methodology I gleaned from professors before returning to the classroom. Since teaching is an art, I consider my instructional philosophy to be versatility in motion because learning styles and progress vary accordingly. Indeed, if I hadn't had the passion to empower students to be more than they thought they could be, I wouldn't have been surrounded...

...gifted students. I have been recognized by Denver Public Schools for the high growth of my students. I believe that all children can learn if the teacher uses whatever is necessary to get the information to the child in a way that they can understand it. I am originally from the Midwest but have lived in Colorado for many years now. I love the mountains and hike often. I also enjoy gardening, cooking, reading, and...

...helping struggling students with their English studies and writing assignments to be incredibly fulfilling; and nothing makes me happier than seeing students learn, grow, and succeed. I firmly believe tutoring makes me a better thinker and writer; and I learn just as much from the students as they do from me. Learning is a lifetime process and has no end. When I'm not tutoring, my interests include guitar, piano, sports, working out, and the outdoors.