Top High School English Tutors serving Detroit

Jakar: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...University of Pennsylvania. I have 5+ years of tutoring experience in ACT, SAT, AP exams, AP classes, and advanced math and science classes. In addition to tutoring in the mathematical disciplines, I also specialize in test preparation. Preparing for a test means more than just being familiar with the subject material: improving one's score also requires the right test-taking skills, such as pacing, eliminating incorrect responses, strategic guessing, and alternative strategies (such as backsolving and...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Will: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...for the bar after graduating cum laude from Northwestern University Law School this May. I studied at St. Ignatius College Prep and graduated summa cum laude from Villanova University (including a two-term stint at Cambridge University). Between Villanova and Northwestern I worked at an academic non-profit organization and evaluated hundreds of fellowship candidates' writing and academic work. I will work with each student to craft a personalized plan of study and improvement based on the...
Education & Certification
Villanova University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities & Political Science
Northwestern University - Juris Doctor, Law
LSAT: 172

Syeda: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...face light up with understanding and seeing him/her improve as time goes by. I think the best way to tutor is to find the root of the issue whether it???s time management, difficulty in understanding the material, or difficulty in applying the material; and then using different strategies to really address that issue in a collaborative manner in order to really help the student improve. As someone currently in graduate school, I have seen my...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Associates, Pre-Pharmacy
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Current Grad Student, Doctor of Pharmacy
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35

Nikki: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
I am a senior in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Eastern Michigan University, and I have been tutoring for about five years, from middle school to early college age students. My hobbies are painting/drawing, playing piano and guitar, and playing with my pet rats and my cat! ... I strive to work with every one of my students to build on their knowledge of topics, so that they have a full understanding of whatever subject we...
Education & Certification
Eastern Michigan University - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 36
ACT Reading: 32

Johannah: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...7 years. I have a lot of experience with helping students raise their reading and writing skills grade levels in a short amount of time. I have a Master's degree in literacy and reading instruction. Also, I love to make learning fun! I've been trained in the best practice learning strategies and believe in effective planning to see great results! I love reading and have great experience in engaging students in higher level reading and...
Education & Certification
Metropolitan State University - Bachelors, English Education
Concordia University-Ann Arbor - Masters, K-12 Reading Specialist

Laura: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...where I majored in Elementary Education. After I graduated, I moved out to Arizona for a teaching job. I taught in the classroom for five years. I have taught one year of fifth grade Math, two years of third grade, and two years of second grade. Aside from my classroom teaching, I have several years of experience tutoring children of all ages in Reading and Math. Although I have many years experience in teaching and...
Education & Certification
Western Michigan University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

Jessica: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...I work at a large health care insurance corporation in the information technology communications department, where I have been accused of being ruthless about grammar and mechanics. I'm frequently sought out by my coworkers to assist with writing and editing. Since I do work in information technology, I'm also asked to train and teach coworkers throughout the company on the various technologies that we use. I'm a proud mother of three teenagers, and oldest sister...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Dearborn - Bachelors, English
Morehead State University - Current Grad Student, English, Educational Technology

Joanne: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...writers who use their communication skills to reach their goals and connect with others. I have over seven years of tutoring experience and have tutored students in reading and writing from middle school to the graduate level. While teaching English is my passion, I've also studied Spanish for over ten years and even lived abroad in Barcelona. I engage students with language using teaching methods that first interested me in studying the language — through...
Education & Certification
Santa Clara University - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Michigan - Master of Arts, Educational Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 720
GRE Verbal: 160

Nicholas: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...the Arts pursuing a B.S. in Biochemistry. As a student, I have a well-rounded academic history with interest in a range of different subject areas including: history, English, writing, math, science, and computer skills. My goal as a tutor is to help you learn the material and have some fun while doing it. As such, I am flexible with schedules and platforms (online vs in-person) and am available Monday-Friday afternoon/ evenings and possibly some weekend...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Chemistry, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35

Ivory: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...addition to my teaching background. I also worked as a math tutor during my senior year in high school, mainly helping with algebra and geometry. During the most recent school year, 2024-25, I served as a full-time special ed paraprofessional at a school in Southfield, MI, working with elementary school students. Currently I'm a reading instructor with an after-school program at a Kumon learning center in Detroit. I've worked there since February 2024. As a...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri - Bachelor, Journalism

Alesha: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...with all original music, and I am currently working on my third and fourth. I am launching my own creative community outreach program, creating safe spaces for healing through music and movement for people of all ages. I believe it is crucial to have fun doing whatever you're doing and be present in each moment! I love customizing lessons to each student so that their learning style, personality, and interests are all a part of...
Education & Certification
Oakland University - Bachelors, 1. Spanish Language & Literature, 2. Women & Gender Studies

Sarah: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...received my Masters of Arts in literature. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively. I have tutored adults with literacy struggles; taught at an arts college, tutored all ages in conversational English as a second language. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I most enjoy literature and creative writing. While tutoring students in preparation for Standardized Tests, I enjoy their surprise at the confidence they quickly gain. Travel is my greatest passion. I also...
Education & Certification
Wayne State University - Master's/Graduate, English Literature

Rush: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...in Mathematics from the University of Wisconsin - Madison with time spent in residence at Stanford University in Vision Science psychology and a postgraduate diploma in Ethics as well as a Juris Doctor from the University of Western Ontario with a lawyer license from the Law Society of Upper Canada for over a decade. I hold a Masters in Business Administration degree from the Richard Ivey School of Business and hold a Masters in Fine...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Genetics
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Fine Arts, Fine and Studio Arts Management

Anna: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
Hi! I'm a writer and a visual artist born in South Africa and raised around the world. For the past year, I've taught and tutored students in SAT, ACT, and reading and writing enrichment in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. I love reading, learning new things, and climbing rocks, and I travel whenever possible. The most important thing to me is movement: as long as I stay active, I'm happy.... Less is more. As a teacher,...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Art History and Politics

Leigh: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...students with ESL students and learning disabilities as well as on-level and above level students. My teaching style allows me to embrace each student's differences and allows me to easily make modifications to instruction based on the needs of the student. In College Instruction, my strengths are in Reading and Reading comprehension. In addition, I am qualified to teach Writing, Essay Writing, Grammar & Mechanics, Business Communications, Business Writing, Business Presentations and Proposals, and Employment...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
University of Phoenix-Metro Detroit Campus - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Jonathan: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
I love reading and would love to share that passion with you. I hope that my time as your tutor would be fun and extremely helpful for your learning. I also test well and can help you learn about standardized tests and how to succeed on test day.
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
GRE Quantitative: 161
GRE Verbal: 165

Kerry: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...third year in the Bachelors of Business Administration program. Throughout my time in both college and high school I have experienced the frustration and pains of students, whether it be myself or my friends. I have always helped my friends with the subjects they struggled with (Calculus, ACT science, Economics, etc.) because I want to see them succeed. I decided to become a tutor to help others succeed as well. I teach ACT, SAT, Statistics,...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan - Bachelors, Business
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 33

Raha: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...Since I was an undergraduate student, I've been teaching different subjects to so many students from various age groups, backgrounds, and personalities. I do believe the best way to help students is first to build a strong relationship and then try to see the subject from their perspectives so you can focus the light on the dark parts that are the most needed. It makes the teaching/learning process smooth, efficient, and enjoyable for both sides....
Education & Certification
Amirkabir University of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Wayne State University - Master of Science, Chemical Engineering

Megan: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
...studying how students learn in both the humanities and the sciences. During my time at GVSU, I worked at both the Frederick Meijer Center for Writing and Michigan Authors and the CLAS Tutoring Center. In both places I worked with mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in the subjects as well as co-teaching with professors in the humanities and the sciences. Since then, I have completed my student teaching in both Warren, MI and Darwin, Australia...
Education & Certification
Grand Valley State University - Bachelors, Secondary Education English

Suzel: Detroit High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Detroit, MI
Learning to speak another language is scary for students. I want to create a comfortable atmosphere that enables students to speak the language they wish to learn: naturally, with confidence, and no barriers to impede them from achieving that goal. I have two years of experience as a teacher with emphasis on ESL education. As a native Spanish speaker, I take Spanish learners of all levels and French students up to level 3. ... Learning to...
Education & Certification
Washtenaw Community College - Associates, Secondary Education
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