Top High School English Tutors serving Philadelphia

Grainne: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
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...
Education & Certification
The Catholic University of America - Bachelors, Spanish Literature
The Thomas R. Kline School of Law at Drexel University - Masters, Criminal Law

Nick: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...performative social justice projects as an actor, director, writer, and producer in America and abroad, and now I'm pursuing my MFA in movement-based ensemble theater with a focus on acrobatics. From this work I've cultivated a fiery curiosity that I strive to fuel within the high school- and college-aged students I coach, challenging them to develop not just aptitude but passion for their studies. I tutor various levels in Mandarin Chinese, Test Prep, Mathematics, and...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Activism
Pig Iron School for Advanced Performance Training - Master of Fine Arts, Ensemble Theater
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 790

Linda: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...from the University of Portland in Music Education and my second, a Master of Science degree in Arts Administration from Drexel University. I was executive director of an arts education organization that reached 70,000 PreK-12 students each year. There I developed curriculum-based programs to bring artist residencies into schools. My current position is that of marketing director at a college of music at a large urban university. What I most enjoy about my past and...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Drexel University - Master of Science, Arts Administration

Alyssa: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...for education, I have found a secondary passion in helping students find their voice in their writing. I love working one-on-one with students to help them develop their own interests and skills while achieving their personal education goals. I have had success tutoring students on a variety of reading and writing assignments, particularly for their English classes and in preparation for standardized tests. In addition to my work in literature, I enjoy traveling to new...
Education & Certification
Ursinus College - Bachelors, English
University of Massachusetts-Boston - Masters, English Literature
GRE Verbal: 167

Anneliza: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Philadelphia, PA and was certified as a Professional Engineer in 2011. After five years in the work force, I returned to graduate school to complete my Master of Landscape Architecture at the University of Pennsylvania. I now work as a Landscape Designer in Philadelphia and am currently applying for licensure as a Professional Landscape Architect. I also teach as an adjunct professor at Philadelphia University in the Landscape Architecture program. Through Varsity Tutors, I tutor...
Education & Certification
Lafayette College - Bachelors, Civil Engineering (BS) and Art (BA)
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Landscape Architecture
ACT Science: 34
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730

Silvi: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...students from all fields of study to address their concerns about their personal essays and research papers to cover letters and thesis papers. Additionally, during my years at Penn State, I was fortunate enough to become an Editor of Penn State's Undergraduate Literary Magazine, Kalliope. At UPenn, I worked in a non-profit organization called Achieve-Ability, where I tutored adults and children on college essays and personal statements. In collaboration with my students, I created individual...
Education & Certification
Penn State University - Bachelors, Human Development Family Studies, English
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Masters of Social Work

Cynthia: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...French, Writing, Sociology, Philosophy, and more. My method of teaching is to first find out what the student knows, what he or she hopes to learn, and about any passions or concerns the student has. Second, I present a plan of how I think we should go about mastering the needed knowledge, get feedback, and begin to see what teaching tools have optimal resonance. Third, I follow the plan while continually checking for acquisition and...
Education & Certification
University of Denver - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy, English Creative Writing
University of Denver - Masters, English Textual Studies, Philosophy

Aidan: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...for a year in Newark, New Jersey. One of my favorite parts of being a teacher was working with students in a one-on-one setting. I love the process of guiding a student to where he or she is able to solve a problem or explain a concept independently. As a tutor, I endeavor not to simply "lecture" or tell the student the steps to solving a problem. Instead, I try to guide the student through...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Math and English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 740

Karen: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...certification in language arts. I love helping students of all ages--elementary age through adult--in a variety of English language skills. Among my favorite subjects to teach are all types of writing (including research writing), literature analysis, public speaking, foundations of logic in persuasive writing & speeches, and yes...you may call me a Grammar Nerd--because I do love grammar!! Whether you are a competent writer in need of a little support, a faint-hearted writer, a panicked...
Education & Certification
Hanover College - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts
Point Park University - Unknown, Education

Danielle : Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...I taught high school English for 7 years. I am currently a preschool teacher; my students range in age from 2-4. I have been a preschool teacher for the past 3 years. In addition, I did some private tutoring of elementary school children. I have a wide range of experience and working with many different age groups from ages 2 thru 18. My subject areas for tutoring are Language Arts including: Reading, Writing, Grammar, and...
Education & Certification
La Salle University - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary Education / English
La Salle University - Masters, Education

Ben: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...are suited to the SAT preparation. I especially love teaching Latin; over the past four years I have helped students master grammar and translation, while transferring my enthusiasm for the language and literature itself. I work very hard to make sure that my students make progress! In order to make this happen, I will tailor my approach to a subject to the specific needs of each student. In my spare time, I do landscape painting...
Education & Certification
Haverford College - Bachelor in Arts, Classical Languages and Literature
University of Oxford - Masters, Classical Languages and Literature
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800

Nicole : Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...University with a Bachelor of Science in History and a Bachelor of Science in American Sign Language and English Interpreting. I have taught (in New York City) preschool, kindergarten, 1st, 5th and special needs as well as working as an aide in grades 2,4,6,7 and 8. This has allowed me to familiarize myself with curriculum content and expectations in a range of grades. Since moving to the PA/NJ area, I am working as an itinerant...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelors, American Sign Language and English Interpreting, History
Teachers College at Columbia University - Masters in Education, Education - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education
State Certified Teacher

Eric: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...from Drexel University in 2009. Teaching has been one of my greatest passions, and I've volunteered as a tutor during high school and for the Boys & Girls Club in Richmond, VA during college. I worked as a biology teaching assistant at Drexel University and one of my proudest achievements was being nominated for teaching assistant of the year by my students. Every student learns differently, and it is very important to recognize each student's...
Education & Certification
University of Richmond - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Drexel University - Master of Science, Biology, General

David : Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and educating over a wide range of both community and academic settings ranging from the collegiate to post-graduate level. I have highlighted some of these experiences in the following paragraph. During my undergraduate years, I worked as a TA in both the "Introduction to Biology" and "Biochemistry" courses, where I was responsible for both private and group tutoring. While earning my doctorate in Medical School, I employed myself as an MCAT tutor, providing educational tutoring...
Education & Certification
Cedarville University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Jefferson Medical College - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine

Stephanie : Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...have since completed a Post-Baccalaureate Business program at Columbia University; next fall I will begin my MBA studies at Indiana University where I will focus on health care and nonprofit management. I began tutoring when I was a high school student and continued throughout college. For the past four years, I have worked full time as a Director of Operations with the National Student Leadership Conference. At the NSLC, I worked closely with the Engineering...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy Neuroscience Psychology

Daniel: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...am a professional director and actor in the Philadelphia area. I love the theatre, and it has taught me an enormous amount about interacting with people and the world in which we live. Time and again I have been enlightened to the power of collaborating with my fellow artists, and the amazing, inventive magic this can produce. Similarly, my tutoring sessions are just as much about collaborating. By striving to reach a common goal together,...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology and Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 730

Daniel: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Bachelor's degree in Accounting. I am originally from Hillsdale, NJ and grew up in Bergen County, NJ. My education and professional experiences enable me to tutor a variety of subjects, from math to business to liberal arts to standardized testing (LSAT and SAT). I have interned for an international accounting firm, a NJ appeals judge, an internal auditing firm and a real estate attorney's office. I have developed my leadership and organization skills while working...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 700

Mindy: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...pleasure. The student, who appears to understand a concept today, may be hopelessly confused tomorrow and ready to give up. Tutoring can be fun and can help school be an interesting and productive place! It is my job to present the curriculum differently, in a way the student can relate to and understand. I am enthusiastic and ready to try another way, using all the methods and media available. I am a resource for the...
Education & Certification
Rowan - Bachelor in Arts, Special Education
Rowan/Bowling Green - Masters, Special Ed./Reading/Assistive Technology
State Certified Teacher

Jaxsen: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I am passionate about education. I believe that education is a powerful tool to self-improvement. Everyone learns differently and I am well-prepared to provide individually tailored perspectives to help facilitate each individual's growth. I graduated with my BA in Sociology (with honors recognition) and have tutored English, composition and writing at the collegiate level. I am happy to assist students in the social sciences, language arts, composition and more.... Humans are social and naturally curious creatures....
Education & Certification
Lindenwood University - Bachelors, Sociology

Kaitlin: Philadelphia High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I am a graduate of Albright College, with a BA in Spanish and Art. I have traveled abroad to Barcelona, Spain and Cuenca, Ecuador, where I taught English as a Foreign Language and studied Spanish Language and Culture. During my college career, I was a Spanish tutor of high ranking; creating resources, helping with workshops, and bringing students to appreciate and conquer the Language requirement at Albright!
Education & Certification
Albright College - Bachelor in Arts, Art/Spanish
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