Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Montgomery County, PA

...at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Jefferson University. My goal as a tutor is to help make the subjects I love approachable to other students, and to teach the study techniques that have served me well in school. I have tutored people in Biology, Physiology, general and Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Writing proficiency, and Physics. I also teach SHSAT prep to 7th graders. I am qualified to teach strategy and content for the SAT and MCAT,...

I'm currently an attorney practicing criminal law in Philadelphia. I've always loved helping others learn! I grew up in Philadelphia, attended Catholic University in Washington, DC for college, and came back to the area to attend law school at Drexel University. In college, I majored in Spanish Language and Literature.... I've always found a Socratic approach to work best - that is, letting someone reach an answer by simply guiding them through what they already know...

...a Bachelor of Arts in English. I began my teaching career as an elementary school teacher, moved on to middle school, and have now landed in high school. As I have moved through the various divisions, K-12, I have been consistently amazed by the students I had the privilege of working with. I love working with students and I am particularly interested in getting them as passionate about Literature and Creative Writing as I am....

...that the classroom is a great place to practice collaboration, social skills and metacognition while inviting students to advocate for themselves. One of my favorite quotes is "if a student can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn" by Ignacio Estrada. This statement holds true to the fact that all students can learn. We need to be appreciative of the diverse ways our students think and create meaning.... I believe...

...course materials and shaping course content to foster interest in both learning and participating in their personal learning progress. I attempt to create an environment where a student feels no fear to ask questions, and is able to verbalize and communicate, and also is able to travel outside the classroom and use what we’ve learned in authentic contexts. I closely monitor student progress, and also am more than open to emailing and meeting at the...

...and Writing at the University of California San Diego. As an undergraduate I studied anthropology and Italian literature/language at Temple University. I moved back to Philly immediately after finishing my masters degree, and work part time for an independent non-profit publishing press in Old City, where I also administer creative writing workshops 1-2 times a month. I am a book worm! I think language is interesting and that studying it can give us unique insights...

...to earn a teaching certificate (Teaching Students with Speech and Language Disabilities). I went on to complete 27 credits of a M.S. in Speech Language Pathology, while working as a graduate assistant. I have completed a tutor training program that enables me to work with adult learners who are interested in building their literacy or English as another language skills. I worked as a speech services provider in an integrated Headstart program working with children...

I believe in making learning fun! It is important for me to design lessons that are both effective and engaging at the same time. I am fully committed to the success of my students. ... My philosophy of teaching is simple; to enable my students to move from struggling with the subject to a love of learning that accompanies pride in their accomplishments. I believe in life long learning and being the cornerstone to unlocking the...

...Sciences & Business Administration on a pre-medical track. The subjects I tutor in include SAT, SAT Chemistry, SAT Math 2, AP Calculus, AP Statistics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Macroeconomics, AP English Language, AP Psychology, High School Level Biology & Chemistry, College Level Biology & Chemistry, and Spanish I and II. I believe that tutoring should be engaging for both myself as well as my tutee. Thus, I tend to give many examples and many...

...a good time with learning. I am eager to help students in the learning process. This is a picture of me with my school's SUNY Fredonia- Portfolio. I hope that this will be a good year and I'm glad to have a nice time learning throughout the year. Reading and Writing are skills that we all need and use to communicate. There are many good activities that you can accomplish with reading and writing. I...

...public, and nonprofit organizations. I have professional experience tutoring students in SAT and ACT Writing and Reading through Philadelphia's A-Plus Tutoring; I am certified to teach English as a Second Language through the Bridge Education Group; I have edited college admissions essays for several years; and I am enrolled in UC San Diego's Professional Copyediting certificate through their school of Extended Studies. I received my undergraduate degree in creative writing from Warren Wilson College in...

Over the last few years I have had the pleasure of tutoring some of the most athletically talented students at Temple University. The best part of the job has always been the teammate like relationship we form when setting academic goals together and then reaching them for the student using tools tailored to the student's study style and needs. ... I believe the student's goals for the class are what drives our productivity, so it is...

...at Bryn Mawr College majoring in Biology and minoring in Computer Science. I have always loved teaching and helping others. My parents are teachers and I have learned a lot from them on how to best help others. I also have younger siblings and I have aided them in their academic courses for many years. I am also a dancer and have danced primarily ballet for over 10 years. In addition, I also enjoy photography,...

...Sociology at the University of Pittsburgh on the pre-med track. I have always enjoyed teaching students, as I helped my two younger siblings with their schoolwork frequently growing up. I also have tutoring experience at a local tutoring agency teaching students aged 5-16 in math and reading, and I have learned how to effectively teach students at various ability levels and in different age groups through this experience. I am also a National Merit Finalist...

...of Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, PA. My Bachelor of Arts degree is in Elementary Education and my Masters degree is in Special Education. I have been a certified teacher for 10 years and have taught elementary through middle school ages. My passion is for elementary age children, especially in Math and Science. I believe a strong foundation in education begins in the early years and I love to encourage my students to never lose...

...helping students navigate their educational paths successfully. My passion for guiding students stems from the belief that they are the architects of tomorrow, and I view my role as supporting the next generation as they work for positive change. With over a decade of experience in tutoring and teaching, I am an engaging, knowledgeable educator with specialties in a variety of areas. I hold degrees in Spanish and Psychology (B.A. and B.S. respectively) and a Master's...

...University of Pennsylvania, and I was also in the top 5% of my class in high school. I have been privately tutoring for 4 years, specifically in high school chemistry and test prep. I also helped teach a remedial English class at West Philadelphia High School for a year through a program called Community School Student Partnerships. I am dedicated to making difficult material more accessible and engaging to students who are struggling in an...

...them confidence that their writing will draw people into their big ideas, not distract from them. Having a grasp on the fundamentals of the English language clarifies a writer's ideas and makes them more attractive to the reader, so I offer not just writing instruction but also tutoring for its building blocks, such as grammar and other language arts skills. I can work with any grade and tailor my instruction to that level. I graduated...

...and Theater. I have experience tutoring in a variety of subjects, but I'm particularly excited to help students with writing, critical reading, and SAT or ACT preparation. I had a strong support network of teachers and mentors throughout middle and high school, so I understand firsthand the importance of thoughtful, individualized educational enrichment. I seek to meet each student where they are in order to help them reach their greatest potential! When I'm not tutoring,...

...everyone around her be successful. I am passionate about learning and educating. My undergraduate degree was obtained from Oakwood University in Huntsville, Alabama in International Studies, B.A. with a Political Science Minor. During my time at Oakwood University, I have participated in many different leadership roles. My role of highest acclaim was my position of Miss Oakwood University, where our goals were to implement change at our university and represent them in a national setting....