Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Tucson, AZ

...you can tell, my specialty is English and writing, but I have also had great success with teaching math, because I am a good communicator. I sincerely believe that a student can learn to do anything as long as he understands what his teacher is explaining (and that is where I come in!) On top of that, I am an upbeat and positive person, and I honestly enjoy what I do. Your kids will always...

...hands on. I am a confident communicator and value the opportunity to work closely with the family as well as the classroom teacher if applicable. When I am not working as an educator I am usually involved with family. My four children, all in college or graduated, accompanied us during our years overseas and they are a fine testimony for our family values and love of education. They know to find me outdoors exercising, in...

I have been teaching for 26 years in grades 1-8, either as an English Language Specialist or a classroom teacher. I enjoy working with children and discovering the best ways to reach their academic abilities.

...Literature and was included in "Who's Who Among America's Teachers" in 1994; at the collegiate level, freshman writing. I hold a California Community College Instructor Credential (Valid for Life) in Language Arts/Literature and Philosophy/Religion. My academic background includes two Master's Degrees, with an emphasis in religion, literature, and humanities, followed by completing all university post-graduate courses in literature required to advance to a Ph.D. dissertation phase of study. In those academic endeavors, my GPA averaged...

...teacher cannot impart that knowledge on the student. I do this using my sense of humor, mnemonic devices, and being relatable which makes learning interesting and relevant. Students have told me I am kind, approachable, and encourage a sense of openness in the classroom. I have seen firsthand, over and over, how beneficial one-on-one tutoring is to a student, and am excited to share that experience with you. In my free time, you can find...

...old, respectively. Some activities I enjoy are spending time with my family, swimming, hiking, reading, playing piano, and watching baseball games. If there is something unanswered, I am a person who loves to learn and research until the answer is found! If you choose me as your tutor, I would do my very best to help you reach your goals. Education is a field in which I have eleven years of career experience. In Seattle,...

...in Guatemala, published in Yes! Magazine this past June 2019; to short fiction exploring a national security intrigue, published in Thriller Magazine in July; to lyrical nonfiction/memoir in two Middle East border zones, published in Electric Literature in August 2019; to forthcoming work accepted for publication by Foreign Policy and The Progressive magazines. I am currently a resident fellow/visiting scholar of the Agnese Nelms Haury Program and History Department at the University of Arizona. I...

...far is in English, Literature, Essay Editing, and Art History. Currently, I am a graduate student at Arizona State University studying Social Work. The knowledge and fulfilling personal experiences that I have gained from my education has positively shaped my entire life. I believe that a superb educational experience can help all of us to go forth and better serve humanity. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, baking, running, and watching classic cinema.

...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.

Each person accumulates a different set of skills and specialities during their life. Rather than being afraid to look stupid, it is important to be eager to learn from others. I love spreading my knowledge in a casual environment, and using that to help others achieve their fullest potential!

...have my students write note cards and then be quizzed on them day after day. I like the challenge of creating innovative and creative methods to teach my students the information they are required to know. It's one of my favorite parts of tutoring. Outside of academia, I love to read and write. I'm a complete bibliophile and also an author myself. My first book came out last month and I am not hoping to...

...English and an MFA in Creative Writing. I love demystifying the process of writing and helping students to become stronger, more confident writers and readers. While I work primarily with teen and adult students, I did work for a year as a Teaching Fellow at BASIS Tucson Primary, and I enjoy teaching elementary age students. In addition to teaching, I am a freelance writer and copyeditor. When I am not reading, writing, and teaching, I...

I am a dedicated educator who believes every learner is unique and able in specific ways. I strive to engage learners so that the experience is engaging and positive.

...young adults upon completion of this degree. In 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...

The greatest achievement I have had was watching my students achieve their goals. To be able to assist them in their path to achieve what others told them they could not do, is a wonderful and exciting event. I am passionate about people, young and old; and everyone can learn from others. If you want to achieve: stay focused!

...language specialist with three main interests--English, German, and Spanish. For each of these languages I'm happy to help students achieve those goals which are most important to them--whether it's preparing for a test, revising their writing, or simply practicing their conversational skills. I especially enjoy helping students with the early stages of non-L1 language acquisition (in either English, Spanish, or German). Something about this stage in the process of learning a language is especially stimulating...

...rising senior at the Rhode Island School of Design where I am pursuing a BFA in illustration studies with a concentration in art history. Previously I attended Pomona College before transferring to pursue my interest in studio art. At Pomona, I worked as a writing mentor for high school and middle school aged students. In addition to art, I am passionate about literature and math and am eager to help students struggling in these areas.

I am a graduate of the University of Arizona's gender studies program. I am currently a middle school teacher. In the past, I have been a writer and an editor.

...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 guitar or history, I always seem to improve my efforts in my own scholastic life in addition...

...hours in Professional Development. I have teaching experience on the secondary level, in Southern Arizona. I am certified to teach English at the 7 - 12 level and Special Education K-12. I have experience not only teaching inclusive English classrooms, but group and one-on-one instruction in a Special Education Resource Center. These positions have enabled me to provide students with the motivation to acquire and master learning skills, using technology and online resources. In addition,...