Top High School English Tutors serving Philadelphia

Shayan: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I'm a pre-health student at the University of Pennsylvania, and have an extensive background in the sciences. I can also rock the SATs and MCAT, so I've got that going for me. I love learning with students and trying to make the tedious work of learning as fun as possible. I think and teach in examples and make abstract concepts easily understandable. I also love sports, adventures, travelling!... My teaching philosophy is to teach in a...
Education & Certification
University at Buffalo - Bachelors, Biology, General
University of Pennsylvania - Current Grad Student, Pre-Health
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 700

Aakash: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...US-UK Fulbright Award and a Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship. My areas of competency include English, Art History, Rhetoric, Spanish, and French. I am also proficient in SAT, GRE, and GRE Subject Test in English. My first Master of Arts is in English from the University of Sussex (UK) and my second is in Rhetoric from UC Berkeley. I am happy to work with students at all stages and look forward to starting the...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelors, English Literature
University of California-Berkeley - Masters, Rhetoric

Solange: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
Hi! I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Kaitlin: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...premedical program at Bryn Mawr College. Having personally undergone the transition from a humanities to a science student, I feel passionately that the sciences can be learned by any student, even those for whom it might feel a little more challenging. Working as a tutor for biology, organic chemistry, general chemistry, and neuroscience, I actively implemented this philosophy, finding creative ways to approach complex concepts. For example, I might steer a writing student studying organic...
Education & Certification
Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Julie: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...love to laugh and have fun while getting work done! I graduated from Fordham University in New York City with a major in sociology and a double minor in visual arts and philosophy. During my undergraduate career I worked with students as young as preschool and as old as high school seniors on their reading and writing skills. I truly believe that reading and writing is the key to understanding and interacting with the world...
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 700

Lachlan: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
Hi! I'm a rising Junior at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania studying finance and entrepreneurship. I am passionate about learning and helping students grasp concepts to aid them in their academic journey.
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Economics, Economics

Patrick: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...I am most passionate about SAT/ACT Reading and Writing, Spanish, History, and ESOL. I enjoy being a tutor because I love to help students strive for and achieve their goals! I believe every student learns in a different way, which is why I personalize my tutoring approach to fit YOUR needs. I am familiar with the SAT and ACT reading and writing sections, and I can help students improve their scores by walking them through...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, International Relations

Abhinav: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics (all branches from Algebra to Calculus) and Science (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics). As a high school student, I vividly remember preparing for the SAT and hope to use the tactics that I learned to help other students who may need improvement! I firmly believe in helping students and adapting to their individual needs and skill sets. In my spare time, I love to watch football and...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 770

Rory: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...young high school teacher possessing a great passion for helping students succeed. I look forward to working with your son or daughter! A little bit about myself, I hold a B.A. in History and International Relations from Saint Josephs University. I am a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society, the Phi Alpha Theta history honors society, and the Sigma Iota Rho International Studies honors society. I am from upstate New York (Albany area)....
Education & Certification
Saint Joseph's University - Bachelors, History & International Relations
Villanova University - Masters, Church Management

Abby: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...science, and college application help. Being the oldest in my family, the application process was very new and overwhelming. Through countless research and helping younger students, I am confident in my knowledge of the application process and my ability to help formulate strong essays and applications. As an engineering student, I am constantly learning new math and science topics and know how frustrating it can be to not understand them. I hope my knowledge can...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Engineering, Engineering, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 750
Amir: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...currently finishing up medical school in Philadelphia. The sciences have been my educational focus since college, with expertise in Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, General Chemistry, and more. I have strong teaching experience and continue to educate both in my clinical and research work. I use visual cues such as diagrams and interactive materials to work with students and ensure that they understand and remember the topics. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family,...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology/Biology
Jefferson Medical College - Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510

Maria: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...C1 fluency as of 2013. I have produced online language learning content for an international audience for 6 years. I have particular expertise in autodidactic learning methods, translation and at-home immersion. I tailor my tutoring sessions to the language learning needs and goals of each individual student. If there's one thing I've learned throughout my tutoring experience, it's that repetition just doesn't cut it when you're trying to achieve fluency in a foreign language. Or...
Education & Certification
Loyola University Maryland - Bachelors, German, Writing Minor

Lydia: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...am a graduate student in the Philadelphia region. My undergraduate degrees are in French and Theatre, with a minor in Linguistics. I specialize in tutoring in French, English reading, writing and comprehension, and ACT reading and writing prep. (When I took the ACT I got a composite 30 score-- a 34 on reading, and a 33 on writing!) When I'm not in school or working as an actor, I am petting cats, reading books, and...
Education & Certification
Centre College - Bachelors, French, Dramatic Arts
The University of the Arts - Current Grad Student, Devised Performance Ensemble
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34

Josh: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...college I studied abroad for three years. Upon returning to America I graduated summa cum ladue from Yeshiva University with a degree in Biology. In college I ran a program of over 120 college students who tutored at public schools in Washington Heights. I recruited tutors, coordinated the program with the principals of the schools, and held events to help the tutors maximize their helpfulness to the public school students. I, furthermore, have served as...
Education & Certification
Yeshiva University - Bachelors, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Kayla: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...me to my positions in the admissions offices both at Chatham University and Ohio Northern University. As an admissions representative, I have provided prospective students insight into the admission processes, shared the criteria admissions offices use to identify an ideal personal statement, and assisted students to refine their applications for review. Aside from my admissions experience, I am an attorney practicing in Philadelphia. I have continued to utilize the time management skills, study techniques, and...
Education & Certification
Chatham University - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
Ohio Northern University - Juris Doctor, Law
Robin: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...essential to develop the future leaders and inventors in our country. I have taught computer classes for eleven years and tutored adults and children in computer technology and math for seven years. I was the lead math tutor for middle school students tutoring pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry to students who either struggled or excelled in their regular classroom. I have the greatest experience and heart for algebra perhaps because I have done it the most...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science, Elementary Ed
Shua-Kym: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...me the opportunity to offer academic support to my peers. There were no material incentives - the rewards were intrinsic. Thus, I learned to love teaching for its own sake. When I came to college, the opportunities only expanded. I was able to support myself through the first year of college on this skill alone. It continued to be something I enjoyed, and it ultimately led to me directing a tutoring program - the Let's...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 730

Tho: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and passionate young professional seeking to learn and create innovative and transformative learning technologies for the modern user. Inquisitive and hard-working educator with strong technical and writing skills. Classroom practitioner with diverse interests in education technology, social media platforms, and instructional design. Currently teaches upper elementary math in a South Philadelphia Charter School. Extensive experience with elementary math curricula, teaching in summer, enrichment and extra-curricular programs, and using social media to integrate technology in classrooms.
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Elementary Education

Mindy: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...career in education because I enjoy helping others to find success, working hard, and knowing that my efforts are making a difference in the lives of those I teach,I want my students to experience meaningful, interesting learning that applies to their lives. I believe this can be accomplished through the use of hands-on/minds-on activities. I enjoy working one on one with students and I like being able to see their faces light up when they...
Education & Certification
Hofstra University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
Edinboro University - Master of Arts, Counseling
State Certified Teacher

Hanin: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...tutoring students because I acknowledge and understand the struggles that come with school and how the great 'aha' moment when finally understanding a topic makes all the difference in the world! I plan to tutor Math courses up to Algebra 1, English, and Arabic. Besides tutoring, I enjoy doing many things during my free time. I enjoy jet-skiing, riding horses, snorkeling, traveling, and writing poems. These activities have all contributed, in some way or another,...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelors, Political Science/ Arabic Studies
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