Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Akron, OH

I have many years of tutoring and classroom teaching experience, in a variety of different settings and in three different continents! I have taught English at middle school and high school level, and also at a vocational college. I have also tutored students who are learning English as a Foreign Language. I love to get to know new people and to find approaches and material that suit the individual student.

...learning. I work hard to assure my students understand the material very well. At the same time, I work with my students on study skills, so they will continue to be successful learners. I also share my passion for academics to inspire my students to become life-long learners. In my spare time I pursue my hobbies of music composition and creative writing, and most of all, I spend a great deal of time out in...

...are important skills in school and in life. I graduated from BGSU, where I was a member of the Honors College, a campus tour guide, and a tutor. I spent the past year proctoring an Academic Learning Pod in Cleveland, where I worked with students from Kindergarten through tenth grade. I love to help students improve their reading and writing skills, because those are the foundation of all other subjects. Working with youth is my...

...University. I hold terminal Masters degrees in each, along with an additional Masters degree in English literature from the University of Rochester. I taught college writing and literature for seven years at Indiana University and I have been privately tutoring for ten years. I've been with Varsity Tutors since 2021 and have tutored students in High School English, World History, ESL, test prep, and more. I love to share my passion for literature, history, and...

...the University of Maryland working towards my bachelor's degree in Psychology. I tutor English (for the ACT, for APs, writing, and the general subject), math (pre-algebra, algebra, and ACT math), psychology, social sciences, and Hebrew. My favorite subject to tutor is psychology because I love the subject! As a tutor, I aspire to make sure my student truly understands the material, rather than just knows how to answer the question.When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy...

...I have twenty years of professional experience in Education. I hold a Bachelors Degree in English Literature from the University of Wisconsin Madison and a Masters of Arts in Education from the American Jewish University. I love to help young people find joy in reading and writing and sharpening their skills. In addition, I love to learn about current events and to examine what happen in the past. Reach out to me if you want...

...minors in Political Science and Chemistry. I love working with people of all ages to identify learning strategies that work best for them, making them feel comfortable and engaged, and helping people learn at their own pace! I have experience as an occasional tutor at John Glenn High School in New Concord, OH over the past four years and worked in an after-school science program for elementary kids. Next year, I will serve as a Teaching...

...over 8 years, and I love it! While I'm typically teaching an entire class, I'm also very adept at working with students individually. I believe in empowering and motivating students. I explain material in-depth and always provide time for students to practice and ask questions. I strive to have a positive impact on my student's academics, and work hand-in-hand with parents. I am easy to reach, and always provide prompt responses. Feel free to contact...

I have been teaching high school English for the past 14 years. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from John Carroll University, with a degree in English. I also have a master's degree in Education from Marygrove College. I look forward to a productive tutoring experience.

...previously tutored in my High School as well as in a nearby Middle school. I tutor SAT prep, and math prior to and including calculus, with SAT prep being my preference as it was very emphasized back when I was in middle and high school so I have the most exposure with it. I tend to be a very details oriented tutor with a tenancy to focus on the minutiae that needs to be learned....

I am a senior at the University of Notre Dame and I desire to engage meaningfully with the world by helping others in any way that I am capable.

My name is Jessica, and I'm a senior at Ohio University triple majoring in journalism, global studies and Spanish. My passion is to help others learn how to write more effectively and concisely as well as help others improve their Spanish skills.

I recently graduated from UC Berkeley with an Interdisciplinary Studies degree, reflecting my interest in a wide range of academic subjects. I enjoy learning, teaching, and working with my students to craft a personalized study plan and finding ways to make schoolwork both efficient and fun.

...certified as a Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist k-12. My experience includes private, group, and individualized tutoring. My preference is one on one tutoring because tutoring and mentoring go hand in hand. The goal is to make the subject material fun and, if possible, make it a game. This will build self- esteem and boost self-confidence. One must find and teach to the student???s learning style and find different way to differentiate the subject (s) being taught....

...at a local newspaper in Wooster, Ohio for three years. Then, I served as an AmeriCorps VISTA, working to coordinate and support a grassroots mentorship program for middle and high schoolers. Currently, I am in the process of preparing to apply for graduate school to pursue a doctorate in psychology. I tutor reading and writing from elementary to high school as well as ACT English and essay revision. Writing is my favorite subject to tutor...

...who are more like mentees that will grow and thrive in our relationship to carry them into their futures. Lifelong learning as a value has opened many opportunities for me, from being an English instructor to adult learning sessions. As a student of mine, you can benefit from the career experiences that have served me from classroom teaching to a USO Troupe performer with the U.S. Defense Department. Curiosity and self-awareness are my guides through life's...

...at Case Western Reserve University, majoring in biochemistry and minoring in chemistry and mathematics. I really enjoy working with other students and sharing my techniques to help others be successful! I always participate in study groups for my courses and help my peers prepare for exams. My favorite class has always been math and I love helping others with problems. I believe tutoring should be fun, engaging, and enjoyable. A balanced combination of practice problems...

...year of intensive Mandarin studies, partly at the Cornell University campus and partly at the highly ranked Peking University, in Beijing China. After completing my Mandarin studies in May 2013 with a GPA of 3.6, I remained in China for a year, and began a career with Pattison Education, as a tutor in Shenzhen China, where I taught English, Economics, and History to Chinese students at all levels, in a 1-to-1 setting. I also continued...

...theatre, voice, dance, and music over the past 6 years. At Stage Kids WA, I directed, vocal directed, and taught over 200 students ages K-12 in a variety of theatre productions and classes, forming long lasting bonds with students and their families that I still hold to this day. I have extensive experience coaching audition preparation, acting, voice, and singing singing technique with students ages 11-21. At Whitworth, I served as a TA for Acting...

...from Adult GED candidates to grade school readers to South African high school poetry students. I am trained to tutor in reading comprehension and writing for all levels, U.S. and European history, SAT/ACT (Verbal, Reading, Writing, Literature, Subject Tests), ESL, and college applications. With experience working for a diverse range of students, my teaching philosophy is that patience, expertise, and enthusiasm are essential to the learning process. I commit to providing these qualities for each...