Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

Hello! My name is Dan Rein and I go by Mr.Dan with my students! I have been an online tutor for three years. I have worked with students of all ages and welcome students of all grade levels. I have worked K-12 as a substitute teacher and currently specialize with students in kindergarten and first grade. I look foward to our first session to help your child be the best student they can be!

...also have a business background and am happy to tutor in business-related subjects as well. I hold a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in Creative Writing from Chatham University, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Management from Indiana University. I'm a published writer, and have tutored creative and academic writing for several years. I've also tutored non-native English speakers in TOEFL and TOEIC test preparations. As an overarching teaching philosophy, I...

I believe that all students are capable of learning , and that they should be pushed to reach their potential.

...Degree in Elementary Education and a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Memphis. I have 25 years of teaching experience in an enriched academics program in the Shelby County Schools in Memphis, Tennessee. The majority of the time I taught 2nd grade but have also taught 3rd and 4th grade and am certified to teach grades 1 - 8. I was a Level 5 Teacher and a Career Ladder teacher at...

...over 15 years of experience working with children, I am dedicated to inspiring a love of learning in students from kindergarten to 8th grade. My diverse background includes tutoring in Math, Science, Reading, Language Arts, and Science. I strive to create a supportive and engaging environment that meets each student's unique needs. I began my educational journey as a little 2nd grader wanting to read to the kindergarteners and help preschoolers learn to count. That...

...decade of experience in education, I have earned my permanent certification as a reading specialist, my permanent teaching certification for English 7-12, and my official Wilson Reading System certification. As an on-staff reading specialist, I have the additional responsibility of aligning our school's curriculum with PA Core Standards and ensuring all curriculums utilize reading interventions. I have 5 years of data analysis experience, and several years of experience diagnosing disordered readers. As a member of...

...the philosophy of lifelong learning, and I plan to be a lifelong learner. For ten years, I have enjoyed tutoring others in my areas of strength, not only to help with content mastery, but also to help others enjoy becoming lifelong learners themselves. I have just graduated with my Master's degree in viola performance from Carnegie Mellon University, having earned a Bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University. I am a musician by training, but I...

...those as tools will help guide progress and productivity. I value learning because the desire to learn and acquire new things can lead to endless possibilities during this journey of life. Lastly, I vow to always lead teachers and students to a state of growth; changing mindsets in a manner where the aspects of true growth are accepted, such as being open to feedback, continuously reflecting then correcting, and never giving up.

...was at Grove City Area High School where I was the Life Transitions teacher for students ages 13-22. I am passionate about helping struggling learners gain necessary skills. Implementing individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners is my primary goal. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Special Education from California University of PA, my Master's degree in Early Childhood Education and my Special Education Supervision Certificate from Slippery Rock University. I am interested...

...school, often I'd prefer to teach myself to play the guitar rather than listen to a lecture on the crusades, or read Othello cover to cover rather than a dry, context-less except in a textbook. What's important is to find the intersection where your interests and your academic obligations meet. When you can think about classroom material in terms of activities you'd pursue whether or not it appears on the syllabus, understanding emerges. I would...

My personal statement is that I should be teaching students tools to learn, not just facts. How we learn is just as important as WHAT we learn.... My teaching philosophy has always been to meet a students needs. Teaching according to HOW they learn.... I typically build a positive rapport with my students. Having a common ground is necessary for learning as well as teaching.... I help a student become an independent learner by providing scaffolding....

I am a High School English Teacher, graduated from Cedarville University. I have taught grammar, literature, and writing in both classroom and tutoring settings. I love helping my students break down a challenging concept into manageable pieces and then seeing the "aha moment" light up their faces. In my free time, I like to cook, read, play soccer, run, and hang out with my husband.

...with kids! I have obtained my teaching degree from Northern Kentucky University and I am certified to teach PreK-5th grade. I have tutored and taught all subjects and I have used a variety of teaching strategies. I mostly enjoy teaching reading and writing. Reading is extremely powerful for a child and is so enjoyable! I am dedicated to making a positive difference in your child's academic career. Outside of teaching I enjoy playing tennis, reading,...

Hi! I am a third year student at Georgia Institute of Technology studying Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science. I love teaching STEM classes. I have experience teaching elementary, middle, high school, and college students. I love getting to know my students, learning their learning style, and making the course content fun and engaging.

...freelance writer. My most recent article was published by the new Pittsburgh magazine 1839. I also compose and produce music. I am a former chair of the alumni schools committee for my alma mater, The University of Chicago, and I currently interview local applicants for admission each cycle. I simply love empowering youth---—especially through writing, and I spend much of my free time teaching summer programs and leading workshops on writing and the college process.

...to ensure the significant improvement of my student's understanding of a topic, I employ various techniques to both strengthen the tutor-student relationship (it's a lot harder to learn from a stranger) and increase the student's topical competency. Such techniques include crafting multi-media lessons that correspond to the student's learning style(s) and tailoring application/practice problems to student interests for increased engagement. In my spare time, you can catch me listening to music (I recently purchased a...

As an experienced tutor, I am confident in my ability to help students improve their understanding of literature, their writing, and their standardized test scores.... My teaching philosophy focuses on the importance of adopting multiple teaching strategies. An innovative, flexible approach allows me to help a wide variety of students.... In a typical first session, I talk with a student to evaluate her goals, her areas of concern, and her personal strengths.... My students become independent...

...in Elementary Education, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania; Master of Arts in Elementary Education, North Carolina A&T State University Educational Philosophy: My philosophy of education is that teachers should make learning interesting and fun. Teachers should know their students and their capabilities. We should keep up on what is current and what interest our students. When doing so, the students feel important. Teaching is a work in progress which is why we need to continue...

...the University of Pittsburgh studying math and finance, with a minor in economics. I started volunteering as a tutor in 10th grade at a local foster home, and I began working as a paid tutor the following year, helping middle and high school students with math, English, history, chemistry and Spanish. I enjoy tutoring because I get to pay forward all the great help and support I've received from teachers over the years. I'm always...

...with children and teaching a variety of subjects and ages for about fifteen years. I became a certified K-12 French teacher after graduating from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and I recently got my Master of Education from the University of Pittsburgh. During my time at IUP I studied abroad in Nancy, France and completed an internship teaching English to elementary school French students. I have taught French ranging from introductory levels to CHS (college in...