Award-Winning GRE Tutors in San Marcos, TX

...can be applied in all schoolwork. Instead of recitation or simple coverage of lecture and reading material, my goal is to encourage students to consider differing viewpoints, feel comfortable expressing their beliefs, and reflect deeply upon how their values and learning style can translate to all work, both inside and outside of the classroom. Overall, I believe teaching and tutoring should foster skills that afford practical, tangible applications in other courses as well as in...

...and Arabic, I also tutor academic Reading and Writing. I believe that English and foreign language learning reinforce one another. Whether ordering baklava in Arabic, or answering vocabulary questions on the SAT, language is all about taking a step back and understanding the communicative tools you have to work with. When not studying medieval poetry, I love to bike around Austin and work on the mini-farm in our backyard, complete with chickens!

...student level. I have a strong base in all subjects, but I especially enjoy language tutoring, because I am multilingual. I love teaching Mathematics, Sciences, English, History, Writing...you name it. My philosophy is that the most effective teaching comes from knowing how my student learns, and meeting them where they are. I want to instill a love of learning, but that will not happen if I don't get to know my student. Outside teaching, I...

...words, strengthening students' reading comprehension, and building their writing skills. I believe patience and kindness are key to student success. As a graduate student in a field called Learning Technologies, I am constantly discovering which educational approaches best help students. I am a great tutor because I believe in finding out why students have certain road blocks to learning and crafting an approach that helps them overcome those obstacles. I am patient and I understand...

"When one teaches, two learn" As a science student, I am an eternal learner. The field changes every day and it requires an eager and open mindset. It is my passion to understand it and help others do the same.

...began as a French teacher and later branched out into English, ESL, history, and cultural studies. As an ESL teacher, I provided students with academic support in all subjects. I know that each student has a unique set of talents, experiences, and interests. My goal as a tutor is to help students draw on their strengths, build confidence, and develop skills. As a tutor, I have worked with a diverse range of students on essay...

...school math, Algebra I, and of course SAT math (because it's lots of middle school math!). Algebra I is my absolute favorite subject to teach and tutor - I love how it is cumulative and you keep using the skills you've learned for the rest of the year. I believe that understanding math is based on a student's skill ability. Just like a musical instrument or sport, it becomes a lot easier the more you...

...how to help students improve their essay and academic writing, test taking strategies, and study habits. Let me help you learn what you need to know to become a better student. I can help you improve your subject matter knowledge in many of your introductory college or high school classes as well as test prep for SAT and ACT. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Or to schedule an online or in-person appointment.

...strong passion for teaching helps me to motivate and inspire students, thereby creating a fun and challenging learning environment. I possess excellent communication skills; present information in a variety of ways, emphasizing relevance of class materials to the world beyond the class. I effectively collaborate with parents and all levels of staff members, fostering quality relationship. My key strengths include: Differentiated Instruction Creative Lesson Planning Cooperative and Interactive Learning Curriculum Design and Development Student Motivation...

...believe that every person has a story to tell, and it is my privilege and responsibility to help others share their story with the world. I bring that same mindset as a teammate, creative partner, and instructor, looking into everyone to uncover their unique abilities and help bring them forth in positive, powerful ways. I am looking for people on a shared mission to help and heal, to unlock truth, to stimulate discovery, and to...

...at Stanford University. I have tutored middle school and high school students in mathematics and science. Through tutoring, I have developed a number of unique teaching styles that tailor to all different types of students. I provide quick tips and tricks to make problem solving more effective. My approach to tutoring is very simple. I first understand a student's goals and objectives, gauge his/her strengths and weakness before I begin tutoring lessons. Beyond teaching the...

...several years' experience as an independent math and test prep tutor, working with students at a variety of levels and ages, including adults. For math students, I work to engender a real understanding of the underlying concepts, rather than just memorization. Under test pressure you may forget what you memorize, but you won't forget what you understand. I have an advanced degree in Computer Sciences, and am currently finishing a master's degree in Community Counseling.

...to improve and understand concepts better, I will gladly use creative problem solving to find a way to relate a concept in terms the student will grasp. I have completed research projects involving wildlife and antibiotic resistance and even giving concrete the properties of steel. I served as a peer mentor to the LSU College of Science freshmen and led weekly seminars on study skills, time management, scheduling, and preparing and presenting multimedia projects.... I rely...

I am a retired middle school and Algebra teacher. I love teaching math to students who may not have discovered the joy that solving a problem can bring. Learning comes through our mistakes but it is not defined by them.

...I came to Austin to pursue a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction at UT. Working with students on an individual basis is a wonderful opportunity for me to craft a personalized approach to subject matter and techniques. I especially enjoy working with students on their writing, whether personal essays or application statements that they have time to edit and revise, or on-demand writing tasks that appear on tests like the SAT or the AP Exam.

...personalized, and centered on your goals. I offer focused support as a deeply knowledgeable subject matter expert in a range of scientific disciplines. I can also help you prepare for standardized tests by reviewing content and helping you implement effective test taking strategies. You may also want to work on developing broader academic skills in addition to mastering the subject matter at hand. For example, we might focus on understanding a particular aspect of the...

...tutoring privately, I have worked for the Bard College Learning Commons, Diegueo Middle School, the Children's Literacy Center, and Revolution Prep. I have also taught creative writing courses with the Austin Library Foundation and college writing and literature courses at Texas State University. I have an immense passion for the English language, and I truly love helping others discover its power and value. I join with my students to meet their goals at their pace....

I graduated from the University of North Carolina in 2015 with a double major in linguistics and Spanish. In 2016 I completed a Fulbright grant in Brazil, where I taught English at a federal university. Having lived in Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina, I have an international focus and a passion for languages. I have experience as a tutor, outdoor education instructor, and ESL teacher.

...and IB tests. I also tutored students for the PSAT, SAT, and ACT tests. In 2012, I moved to Los Angeles to obtain a graduate degree in professional writing from the University of Southern California. While there, I tutored undergraduate and graduate students at USC in writing. I worked with students on research papers, class essays, business memos, creative writing, and more. My last year in LA, I taught at Fusion Academy, where I worked...

...is someone who can listen to, interact well, and understand the needs of the student. This is so important because it establishes an environment where both the student and the tutor feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings about the material. In a tutoring session, a student should feel open to ask questions and express concerns. Outside of academics, I enjoy sports, specifically triathlon. I competed on UT's club triathlon team for four years, and...