Top High School English Tutors serving Philadelphia

Lakisha : Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...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 hope to help students with any difficulty in this area. Let's have a good time learning during this academic year of 2022-2023....
Education & Certification
State University of New York at New Paltz - Bachelor of Science, Education

Alyssa: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...EVERYONE is capable of learning. Instead of focusing on disability or what is lacking, my students and I focus on strengths that can help us to reach our potential in areas that may challenge us. If you can grasp an understanding of how you learn best, the sky is the limit. I develop my lessons on individualized needs, strengths, and interests of my students. Learning should be FUN and the style that you learn in...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelor of Science, Education

Sarah: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...countries, including Japan, France and Jordan. I've taught classes up to 40 and tutored both individuals and small groups up to four, working with a range of ages, from preschool to adult, and a range of ability level, from participants in special needs programs to students at one of the most competitive high schools in Japan. I am an excellent tutor because I am patient, engaged and encouraging. I seek out the unique needs of...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Anthropology
King's College London (in progress) - Master of Science, Psychology
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Verbal: 740

Carolyn: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...my Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Muhlenberg College, where I completed Elementary and Secondary Teaching Certification programs. I enjoyed many years as a classroom teacher. After becoming a private tutor, I earned a TESOL Certificate and most recently completed the Orton Gillingham based Dyslexia Practitioner certification program. Currently, I tutor high school and college students in essay writing and college admissions essays - in addition to tutoring reading, spelling and grammar to students...
Education & Certification
Muhlenberg College - Bachelor in Arts, English

Carolyn: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
Hello - my name is Carolyn. I am excited to meet you and work with you! I am a Licensed Social Worker with many interests and passions. I love to meet new people and find their strengths. What are you great at? Let's work together to learn how you learn best.
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Master of Social Work, Social Work

Aditi: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...University of Pennsylvania. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am deeply passionate about the humanities (English, Literature, History, Writing, Foreign Languages) given my past academic experience. I also have a knack for standardized tests, as a recent taker of the LSAT, and I am excited to work with students in all of these fields and more! Teaching has been a part of my life for 5+ years now, and I believe that...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelor, International Politics
University of Pennsylvania - Professional (JD, MD, DMD, etc), J.D.
LSAT: 176

Meghan: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I am a first year medical student who is excited to teach others! I would love to help anyone who needs help with tutoring in the sciences or SAT prep. I have a very flexible schedule so I am willing to work around other students' schedules. I can't wait to help!
Education & Certification
Villanova University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Temple University - Doctor of Medicine, School of Medicine
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 800

Becca: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...(CHS is the only school in the nation that has the ability to confer academic degrees). While in high school, I tutored English Literature to newly immigrated college students. Additionally, I received an I.B. diploma after completing the 2-year program, studied abroad in Singapore at Nanyang Technological University as a college Sophomore, speak Fluent Russian, and have taken a broad range of subjects including: Statistics, History of Capitalism, History of Science, Astronomy, Intercultural Behavior, etc....
Education & Certification
Drexel University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Management Information Systems
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35

Victoria: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
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...
Education & Certification
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Spanish Education

Jeremiah: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Fellow from Calvin College with a 3.86 GPA. I got a 35 composite on my ACT, and I definitely get how hard it can be to study for a standardized test when its crunch time. I've tutored many different students for over 5+ years, and after graduate school my goal is to continue teaching. I love helping people have those "Aha!" moments, so if you are need of a breakthrough, lets sit down and see...
Education & Certification
Calvin College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Princeton Theological Seminary - Master of Divinity, Theology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36

Kathryn: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Elementary Education, Middle Years Mathematics, and Language Arts for 7-12th grades. I taught in the public schools for several decades in middle school and elementary grades. I love to spend time with young people and help them become successful in their learning. I know that each student wants to feel respected and understood, and that listening is as important as talking. Each student has an individual style of learning, and my students and I work...
Education & Certification
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Philosophy
Chestnut Hill College - Masters, Education

James: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...wolde he lerne and gladly teche." Chaucer's quote from Canterbury Tales also happens to be the motto of my alma mater, Illinois State University. I earned my Bachelor's in English and taught for a few years before returning for a Master's in Education. Although I taught students at the secondary level for a long time, I wasn't always a teacher. I was also a writer for newspapers and syndicated magazines. One of my treasured opportunities...
Education & Certification
Illinois State University - Master of Arts, Education

Joanna: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...in 2011 with a degree in Biology and I am also currently a student at The Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where I am studying in preparation to become a physician. While at USF, I did a lot of work in electron microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, light microscopy, confocal microscopy, California wildlife, histology and also did a lot of research about the infectious mechanisms of Schistosoma mansoni and its use of snails as intermediate hosts....
Education & Certification
University of San Francisco - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - Master of Science, Biomedical Science

Manuel Stefano: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...in The Hague. He is currently a PhD candidate in Leiden University in The Hague for the Global Affairs School in Public Administration. He is a self-motivated and results-oriented international consultant, political advisor, instructor, editor, writer, translator, and interpreter with knowledge and experience in national and international governance, as well as international human rights law. He has professional experience with international organizations like the United Nations, as well as political parties in Colombia. He has...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Leiden University - Master of Public Policy, International Policy Analysis

JonPaul : Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...in the classroom, teaching English and Literacy at the secondary level. I hold certifications in Pennsylvania for ELA and SS and in New York State for ELA. I hold a Masters degree in Literacy. I have worked mostly with Middle and High School aged children but I have tutored College, I have coached children and adults with severe disabilities, and have taught Creative Writing with teens for Colgate University in Central NY. Now I am...
Education & Certification
Holy Family University - Bachelor in Arts, Language Arts Teacher Education
SUNY College at Cortland - Master of Science, Reading Teacher Education
David: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...an analytically-driven in Duke University's Class of 2023 pursuing degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Economics. I have a thirst for knowledge in mainly the mathematics and sciences, and I thoroughly enjoy conveying my passions through tutoring. My experiences in student-tutoring began in High School where I tutored SAT, Mathematics, and Physics. My favorite subjects to tutor are SAT and ACT Math, Physics, Calculus at all levels, Algebra, and Statistics. One of the many reasons I...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Lauryn: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...professional filmmaker and writer for over a decade with extensive experience and knowledge. I focus primarily in nonfiction storytelling. I have been recognized by Burt Reynolds, Elie Wiesel, Cannes Film Festival, Raindance Film Festival, Tribeca Film Festival, and many more. I have publications in Cinest (a film magazine) and have been featured in the Miami Harold, the Sun Sentinel, Palm Beach Post, and The Patch. I have been a tutor for eight years in high...
Education & Certification
Columbia College Hollywood - Bachelor in Arts, Playwriting and Screenwriting

Lewis: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...taken numerous classes in Biology and have broad understanding of that field. I have also studied both Spanish and Hebrew languages and can speak both at an intermediate level. I tutor students in a variety of disciplines including biology, mathematics, composition, and test prep for SAT, PSAT, and ACT. My teaching philosophy is that because no student is exactly like another, neither should be my approach to teaching them. I like to get to know...
Education & Certification
Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
SAT Verbal: 710
SAT Writing: 710

Elijah: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...I have taught large groups to dissect vocabulary and societal concepts to further expand their own definition beyond their personal experiences- after all, we all perceive the world around us in different ways and none of them are wrong! I like to develop an understanding for my students so that I can guide them towards learning new perspectives/knowledge in a way that they remember, personally value and feel comfortable with making mistakes along the way. I...
Education & Certification
York College of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, English
Sutton: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...pursue a master's in biomedical sciences at New York Medical College while applying to medical schools. I have experience working with a variety of learners as a Teaching Assistant (TA) for biology, statistics, and chemistry courses at Penn. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I focus on supporting students' preparation for the SAT/ACT exams. I valued my experience working with a tutor to prepare for these exams and found that my tutor's guidance...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor's (in progress), Classical Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
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