Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Detroit, MI

...an education throughout their childhood. When they moved to America decades ago, they made sure that me and my siblings understood the importance of going to school. I realized that I loved to learn about the English language/literature and its impact on society. I excelled in these courses during my undergrad years. I was very proficient in my Mathematic courses all throughout high school. I am currently in nursing school and have a drive to...

...a worldwide audience. I served as a primary journalism and public affairs instructor at the Defense Information School (2011-2014) where I had the unique opportunity of teaching service members of all branches of service the fundamentals of military journalism and public affairs. Through extensive lesson plan development, classroom engagement and a passion for setting others up for success, my students were able to graduate and become the future of military communicators. I highly enjoy tutoring...

...Volunteer in Grenada and El Salvador on youth development and disaster preparedness projects. I have a B.A. in Social Relations from Michigan State University and an M.A. from the School for International Training in Sustainable Development. Teaching English is a subject that I enjoy immensely. I also enjoy teaching reading, writing, and basic mathematics. I can also help students better understand American history and social studies. Tutoring in small groups or individually has been...

...is exactly the same, and it is imperative for educators and students to establish a system of trust and create a positive educational experience together. I'm very calm, patient, and open-minded. I have experience with a large range of age groups in a large range of subjects. I've worked in classrooms of ESL elementary students, middle school students, and all different grades of high school students. I am flexible, adaptable, and confident that I am...

Leena received her B.A. in English and History of Art from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor in 2020. She served as a teaching assistant in the American University in Cairo for the past 3 years while completing her master's degree in Islamic Art and Architecture. In her free time, she writes poetry for publication and enjoys reading literary fiction.

Hello! I am an English instructor with 17 years of experience teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language. I am experienced in writing tutoring at the college level, and also have experience preparing students for English proficiency tests such as IELTS and TOEFL. I believe that language learning should be fun and personalized! I look forward to working with you.

...of course, the English Language Arts. Although, I have experience in a vast field of study, I am most passionate about English and Math subjects. In my experience, a firm hold in these two areas have proven to be the key not only to a successful educational career but, to personal growth. It is my belief that education can take you anywhere. In my spare time, I find myself reading, writing for short stories and...

...seniors writing the essays that will gain them access to top-tier universities. In my years as a teacher's assistant for college freshmen, a workshop teacher at 826 Chicago and a literacy tutor with at-risk kids in a low-income elementary school in Ohio, I have turned students who professed to hate Reading and Writing into confident and creative writers. I have also helped students excel in History, Mathematics and particularly enjoy helping students exceed their own...

I believe that hardwork is necessary for excellence but in our age and dispensation, excellence is also possible through smart and intelligent means. Thus my mission is simple : I'm here to help you with smart tricks, tips, guidelines and techniques that will help put you on top of academics with less struggle and less time.

...In addition to the volunteer tutoring I've done in youth centers, I have worked for tutoring companies for the past 4 years, specializing in middle and high school math, reading comprehension, writing, and ACT and SAT Test Prep. I continue to volunteer my services outside of those positions as well, in order to provide my expertise to families who cannot otherwise afford lessons. My latest student went from an overall ACT score of 21 to...

My academic career was far from perfect I have experienced failure many times, and every time I failed, I used it as an opportunity to get more skilled. I owe a large preponderance of my progress to tutors who encouraged me always to be my best. I intend to assist individuals in academics who may struggle with specific topics. Having a reliable tutor will create a strong foundation for future courses and subjects.

...with a focus on literature and History. I also minored in Museum Studies. Since graduation, I have been working as substitute teacher in the Detroit area. Subbing has been a fantastic learning opportunity for me and has taught me much about becoming a better teacher. While I am comfortable tutoring in many different subjects, my primary passion has always been for History, English, and Literature. I find the most effective tutoring style is to break...

...but obliged. The young lady passed with an " A ". Little did I know this would be the beginning of a very worthwhile and rewarding endeavor. I began accepting more tutoring assignments, which eventually led to a genuine passion for helping my clients, similar to my writing uplifting articles for the newspapers. The professional metamorphosis continued when Macomb Community College and The Observer and Eccentric Newspapers simultaneously laid me off. It was suggested I...

...also a graduate of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, with a Master of Arts in Theological Studies. I love to teach, and I've taught informally for several years in a number of different subjects, but I am most passionate about English literature and composition. I am especially adept at matching my teaching style to my students' learning styles, and can adjust to various ages and skill levels. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, live theater, playing...

...my own curriculum that included a wide variety of resources. During this time I taught writing and grammar for high school students in our homeschool co-op. I returned to work as the Director of Religious Education for our church, teaching religion in our K-6 private school as well as leading adults in book study discussion groups. Currently, I am a Department Administrator at Michigan Medicine, University of Michigan. I provide English tutoring to international researchers...

...writing, so I find it very rewarding helping others better their skills in these subjects. For my teaching philosophy and tutoring style, my students in Korea could tell you that I find a lot of joy in creating fun and engaging materials. I believe it is really important to meet students where they are and connect learning with things they already enjoy. In my spare time, I read a lot. If there are any books...

...education and social work field(s). In addition to my years as an educator (ELA/English), I have experience doing both, individual and group tutoring; all focusing on writing enhancement, communication, ELA, English, Testing, and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Before teaching and working in the social service/work field, I received a BA from the University of Michigan (Psychology/Sociology). I am currently attending Strayer University to obtain a Masters Degree in Business Administration. In...

...to instantly grasp a mathematical concept from a textbook explanation, I learned how to approach each challenge from multiple angles. This mindset transformed my view of math, and I came to appreciate even the more advanced problems as the enticing critical thinking puzzles they really were. Most importantly, it made me enthusiastic about solving difficult problems, and I have applied this mentality to all of my tutoring experiences ever since. Working as a Kumon instructor...

I'm a current student at Michigan State University studying Human Biology. I am apart of MSU's Osteopathic Medical Scholars Program with hopes of becoming a D.O. physician in the future. I have tutored all throughout my life, whether it be my neighbors or family friends. I truly enjoy helping others learn more about subjects that will continue to help them in future pursuits.

...Michigan in Ann Arbor. For the past few years, I've been teaching subjects ranging from Algebra to Mandarin. I love tutoring mathematics in particular and breaking down abstract concepts into practical, logical lessons students appreciate. I've experienced common frustrations students often face and can show you how I worked through them. As an avid supporter of personalized education and constant self-improvement, I use the latest tips, tricks, and scientifically proven study methods to create innovative...