Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Catalina Foothills, AZ

...I was born and raised on the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawai'i. I love teaching and I am motivated by being a positive role model for my students, as well as others. I enjoy listening to all types of music, especially Hawaiian and Reggae. I love embracing and soaking in all the culture around me. My students have described me as being "crazy...for loving math" and "funny" which shows my passion and dedication to teaching...

...I helped students struggling with English composition and Spanish courses. Though I enjoy tutoring students in writing classes, I am most passionate about Spanish and have studied the language for nearly nine years. I am a firm believer that with the right instructor and plenty of hands-on practice, anyone can learn a foreign language. In my free time, I enjoy reading (yes, I am a proud, self-proclaimed nerd), writing, and spending time with friends.

...essay writing and editing, grammar and mechanics, reading comprehension and critical thinking, public speaking, Spanish language, study skills and organization, and U.S. history and politics. The courses I have designed and taught at the University of Arizona have been cross-listed in economics, mathematics, psychology, political science, law, and family studies and human development. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy learning old time and bluegrass fiddle tunes by ear and playing them on the street incognito,...

...style and aspirations. I am dedicated to continuous improvement, both for my students and for myself as an educator. By staying updated with the latest trends in education, technology, and career development, I am able to offer materials and guidance that are relevant, innovative, and impactful. I take pride in my ability to connect with students, build trust, and foster an environment where learning is not only about grades but about growing as a thinker...

I'm an educator with experience both inside and outside the classroom. I'm a graduate of Bowling Green State University, in Ohio, with a B.S. in Middle Childhood Education and specializations in Language Arts and Social Studies. In January, I will begin working on a M.A. in Education at the University of Arizona, where I am a U.S. Peace Corps Coverdell Fellow. Additionally, I hold a current Arizona K-8 teaching license. In the...... I believe all students...

...degrees in Biochemistry and Computer Science at the University of Arizona. As a first-generation college student, I understand the challenges many students face in navigating their academic journeys. My passion for helping students stems from my own experiences overcoming obstacles in school, and I'm committed to making learning more accessible and engaging for others. I have experience working with students across various subjects, including math for all levels and science (especially because of my major...

...teacher and over this time I have cultivated the skills to communicate effectively with students of all ages. I am very adept at finding creative ways to communicate difficult concepts through the use of digestible metaphors and examples. Additionally, I am able to maintain a laid-back and positive atmosphere with students, in which I can correct their mistakes and guide them to the correct answer without them feeling judged or penalized. I appreciate that every...

...a teacher and a learner. Not only is tutoring a great way for me to help students learn their material, but it would help me to stay on my toes and be a better student as well. I have found in the past that if I am teaching a student, whether it is guitar or history, I always seem to improve my efforts in my own scholastic life in addition to my skills as a...

I am an environmental law attorney who loves to work with people. I was also accepted to medical school after college. In addition, I worked as a Research Assistant at the Institute for International Economics in Washington DC for two years. Also, I volunteer with the Pima County Environmental Education Department. I assist with leading nature walks and presenting educational programs to school children. I seek to share my passion for learning. My joy is...

...the meantime, I am doing what I have always loved and tutoring students. I was a 4.0 student in my undergraduate degree and achieved a 4.2 GPA during my high school career. I am highly knowledgeable about subjects such as Psychology, Spanish, English, Creative Writing, Pre-algebra, Algebra, and all Elementary School subjects. I have volunteered as a tutor for elementary school students since middle school, and have been working with high school and college age...

I'm a graduate of the University of Arizona with a BA in Creative Writing and a minor in English. I have been practicing English composition for years and have experience analyzing literature from Beowulf up to the modern day. I take a student-centric approach to tutoring/teaching, focusing on helping students discover answers for themselves in a supportive environment. When I'm not working, I can generally be found writing the next chapter in my novel or...

...teaching students of all ages in a wide range of subjects. In addition to working at Sylvan, I also have experience as a TA and course leader for students at the University of Arizona taking classes in history. I have taught and tutored K-8 math, reading at all levels (from phonics development to critical anaylsis of texts), study skills, SAT preparation, social studies, and history at the high school and undergraduate level. While each subject...

...school. I have a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education and a Masters of Arts in Teaching, both emphasizing in Spanish and second language acquisition. Language education has been my life's work and I am excited to share my passion for learning with my students. My teaching style is hands-on, communicative and fun. I will tailor lessons to meet my students' individual learning needs and language goals. In addition to direct instruction and academic support...

...Arizona where I earned a B.A. studying Creative Writing, Spanish Language and Literature, and English Literature. From 2010 to 2012 I worked at the University of Arizona Think Tank, a free tutoring service provided to UA students that is staffed by undergraduates. Tutoring at the Writing Center, I worked with many diverse students ranging from non-native speakers of English to graduate students applying for research grants. Throughout my years at the Think Tank, I became...

...Arizona with a BA in Linguistics with Honors in 2012. I then spent 3 years in my graduate studies in Linguistics. Not only have I studied English, but I also have deep knowledge of linguistics and language sciences. I also studied Latin for multiple years and Ancient Greek for one year. I was a writing and public speaking tutor and instructor at the University of Kentucky for two years, helping students with content up to...

...grounded in logic and problem-solving that students who learn how to excel at math will be able to handle most any situation life throws at them. I also have a passion for stories and the written word, so English is another favorite subject of mine. I generally approach tutoring as an opportunity to teach students how to study and learn rather than to teach them information directly. This means that I ask a lot of...

...for 1 year, substituting for Marana USD and subbing and tutoring for the Academy of Math and Science presently, full-time. I also home schooled my two daughters who are now grown adults and doing very well in life. Other civilian occupations include: restaurant management in full-service and fast food restaurants (total 10 years), senior pastor of a small community church in Fresno, CA. area (10 yrs), retail sales and management (3 yrs) and Certified Peer...

...I can help with public speaking as well as writing since I have a book undergoing publication. Throughout my career, I've been a computer operator, programmer, computer lab coordinator, teacher, tutor, and database developer. I also love music and although I've played classical piano, I'm now playing more blues and rock and play music with my friends. I also enjoy writing and am working on my memoirs. Now that I am semi-retired, I want to...

...terms at the University of Oxford, where I experienced the benefits of their one-on-one tutorial system firsthand. I also earned perfect scores on the verbal sections of both the SAT and the GRE. I tutor a wide range of subjects. Among my areas of expertise are English literature, critical reading/verbal reasoning, college application essays, test prep, and creative writing. Outside of tutoring, my personal interests include reading, writing, drawing/painting, horseback riding, and playing with my...

...in Latin America. I am eager to work with students to help them achieve their personal goals and realize their full intellectual potential. I am fluent in Spanish and have taught students in Peru. I also published peer reviewed papers in Spanish. In addition to Spanish language skills, I am also an experienced and published writer. My papers have appeared in high profile venues like the Proceedings of the National Academies of Science and the...