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

...my Master's of Arts in Special Education. My primary experience has been working with students and clients with academic and behavior needs. 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...

...master's in investigative journalism from Arizona State University. Last year, I worked at C.A.T.S. Academics, a tutoring center for UA athletes, where 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...

...School I found that I enjoy teaching students at all levels, from middle school through advanced undergraduate. I tutor many subjects, most especially 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...

...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 and a problem solver. My goal is to help students achieve their academic objectives while laying the groundwork for a fulfilling and successful future. If you are looking for a tutor who is committed to delivering high-quality, thoughtful, and career-oriented educational support, I am excited to work...

...students who were under-performing on their standardized tests. I also have experience working with English Language Learners and taught abroad for two years as a U.S. Peace Corps volunteer. I am currently available to tutor K-12 reading and writing, including literary discussion and essay writing, as well as K-12 social studies, including world and American history, government and geography. Outside of work I enjoy reading, board games,traveling, knitting, going to the gym, coffee and being...

...and exploring their learning potential. My teaching philosophy centers on patience, active listening, and fostering critical thinking skills. I believe that every student learns differently, and I tailor my approach to meet their individual needs. Whether it's through breaking down complex ideas into manageable parts or encouraging students to approach problems from different angles, my goal is to help students gain both understanding and confidence. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing tennis with friends and...

...Tucson from Chicago where I was working at a small private school assisting with after school programming. I have worked with children for many years as a counselor, swim instructor, and after school 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...

...material), and even adjust assignment levels based on the student. Yet in the long run, these changes have shaped me more as 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...

...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 when the lightbulb goes off in the student and they "get...

...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 students since high school. I also have experience tutoring students whose primary language is Spanish, as well as students with developmental delays or learning difficulties. Overall, I am very passionate about ensuring every student has the tools necessary to succeed in school and in life.

...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 teasing out the plot of a short story.

...invested in learning. After deciding to return to school, I began working as an instructor at Sylvan Learning Center, which gave me experience 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...

...English education. I taught Spanish for 4.5 years to students ranging from middle school to the university level. I currently teach English and English as a Second Language (ESL) at a public high 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...

...family and was fully enriched by the beautifully rich Spanish culture; nothing could have been better for my acquisition skills than such a true immersion experience, and I advocate such programs for students who wish to learn foreign languages. My true passion is writing - I recently completed a poetry thesis for the Honors College of the University of Arizona. I believe English literature, language, and grammar skills are immensely important, and I hope to bring...

...an engineer, systems and network administrator, and programmer. I can teach the AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification, focusing on cloud operations and networking, to beginning or experienced learners. I graduated from the University of 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...

...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 questions and help students find the answer on their own. Hence, my goal with tutoring is to help the student develop enough skill at learning to make the tutoring unnecessary. I am currently working toward a Bachelor's in Sciences in computer sciences from the University of Arizona,...

...two years to implement this training). All of which included both tactical skills and academic pedagogue. Be advised that I was not a Drill Sergeant and I do not teach that way. My civilian teaching experiences include teaching high school Social Studies (US History, World History and Economics) in CA. 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...

...and learn. I love working with students and being excited about the topic with them. I have bachelors degrees in French and Computer Science and a Masters in Linguistics. I'm also a Toastmaster so 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...

...nurturing and maintaining a growth mindset in my sessions. Whether a learner is a top-scoring perfectionist with a fear of failure or a struggling student who believes they cannot succeed, a growth mindset will improve their relationship with learning. I completed my bachelor's degree in English at Kenyon College, where I graduated summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, and with high honors. During my third year, I studied abroad for two terms at the University of...

...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 Proceedings of the Royal Society. I am particularly motivated...