Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

SAT/ACT Tutor currently pursuing a degree in Finance and Statistics at Carnegie Mellon University

...school at the University of Pennsylvania as a Twenty-First Century scholar this fall, I am excited to take on my role as a lifelong learner - I know how empowering education and just figuring things out can be. I want to help students learn to love, too, for that precise reason. Be it scoring higher on a standardized test or needing help through a class they are taking, I want to help them understand and...

Hi, my name is Brittany and I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh. My major is in economics and neuroscience with a minor in chemistry. I have tutored throughout highschool and college and was a teaching assistant for economics. I hope I can help you with your classes! I also scored very high on my standardized tests and have great techniques to help you ace the test, no matter what level you are at currently.

...and Philosophy. I have also edited countless undergraduate essays. I particularly enjoy helping students with the writing process. It is extremely satisfying to aid in the development of an important lifelong skill. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy cooking. I am particularly interested in traditional methods of food processing from all over the world. Many of my favorite recipes have been given to me by my students. My other great love is travel. I...

...to what students say and don't say to help them identify their goal and process to successfully reach that goal. In addition to editing 1,000+ pages of undergraduate student writing each semester, I have also served as a Writing Center Consultant where I worked with undergraduate and graduate students at every stage of the writing process. I have also worked in multiple capacities as a detailed-oriented copy editor with professors and students on applications, personal...

...worked for Big Brothers Big Sisters for 2 years. I ran mentoring programs within many elementary and middle school public schools in the Pittsburgh area. I completed my Masters in Early Childhood Education (specifically PreK-4), in 2018. I currently am a Kindergarten teacher. Working with children is truly my passion. I have 21 wonderful 5/6 year old students. I still tutor out of school hours. I am always happy to go the extra mile and...

...and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania before attending the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California for his undergraduate degree. He majored in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing (with no Rose Bowl wins) before moving here to New York City. He is an alumnus of Columbia University Master of Fine Arts program for poetry and has taught students from kindergarten to the collegiate level. Billy believes that students should be taught ELA skills...

...in my junior year at the University of Pittsburgh majoring in Health Information Management. I offer tutoring in subjects such as Biology, Mathematics, Algebra, English, and History. I have also been certified to tutor students in preparation for SSAT, HSPT, and ISEE examinations. As a high school student, I created a tutoring program for middle school students focusing on mathematics, science, English, and social studies. As a college students, I serve as the president of...

...I also received very high academic marks on both my LSAT (law school admission test) and SAT's. In addition, I took these 2 exams fairly recently so I am familiar with any new changes or adaptations which may have been made. I stated previously I currently teach two separate courses and teaching truly is my passion. I feel that I am able to build a relationship with my students which allows me to evaluate their...

...students succeed at whatever their goals may be; improved grades, improved standardized test scores, even college admissions. I hope to not only aid students in reaching checkpoints, but also to give them the personal interest in their material and the curiosity to help them move forward and continue to succeed in the future. The majority of my experience lies in tutoring middle school and high school math, middle school science, and biology, but I am...

...teacher in a private setting. I have also worked for KinderCare Learning Centers, specifically working in preschool and transitional kindergarten classrooms. Currently, I am employed as a math specialist serving students in Kindergarten through 7th grade. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about math and reading. Within all of my tutoring sessions, I provide a stimulating and structured learning environment, while also having fun to keep the student motivated!...

...BA in Communication Studies from Western Michigan University in 2013. Since graduating, I have worked in library and education environments where I have tutored a range of students in writing, editing, literacy, and reading comprehension. I love to help others organize, convey, and solidify their thoughts through writing. I aim to maintain a calm approach and meet people where they are. When done right, I see intellectual growth as mutually stimulating. Outside of education, I'm...

I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in May 2021 with a BS in Neuroscience. I am currently taking two gap years before I head to medical school! I look forward to helping you succeed :)

...as a community college instructor, I experienced teaching culturally and economically diverse students at a range of abilities, ages, and learning styles. I work to be flexible, adaptable and creative to engage students at their level. I am an avid user and proponent of technology to enhance learning and have experience teaching online for over seven years, making me an excellent resource for the many supplemental learning sites available. Not only am I a teacher,...

...of Arts in English literature studies, including minor degrees in history and creative writing. I have been extraordinarily passionate about the proliferation of art as it applies to our modern culture since my freshman year of high school. Getting to know my students is a vital part of creating lesson plans. Nothing is more important to me than understanding how I can best suit student needs! I am very fortunate to have volunteered at Cal's...

...a new area and becoming more independent. Tennis is one of my favorite hobbies. I played on the women's team at Anderson University and just recently accepted the JV tennis coaching position at Canon McMillan High School. I am excited to keep up my tennis career as a coach. Besides tennis, my other hobbies include reading, hiking, and spending time with my dog. Family and friends always come first in my life and I cherish...

...several years of experience diagnosing disordered readers. As a member of the International Literacy Association, I work patiently and encouragingly with students across a wide range of academic abilities. My professional goal is to develop my students' self-efficacy and growth mindset. MATHEMATICS BACKGROUND I was identified as gifted in mathematics in elementary school and took college mathematics courses while I was still in middle school. Although my personal passions have developed into the reading specialist...

...and Peer Advisor. I also completed an internship in Audiology and am interested in providing services to students with hearing loss who struggle with literacy in the classroom as well. In January 2016, I will start taking online classes to earn my graduate certification in Online Teaching and Learning. My approach to teaching students is tailored and individualized to meet the differences and abilities of my clients. I will work with both students and families...

...students. I have experience teaching writing-based curriculum at the college level. I have taught at the University of Pittsburgh (English Comp, Intro to Journalism and Writing for Engineers) and Duquesne University (Gussin Spiritan Division English Comp).Outside of the classroom, I have led workshops and nine-week modules dedicated to educating the public about racial justice. I have written and presented lessons that delve into the intersections of racism, sexism, climate change, and GLBTQ identities. Additionally, in...

...to Pre-Law. I have taught children for over 30 years in just about every subject and in about every situation. I have mainly taught in small group settings with homeschooling and in private homeschool groups of up to 100 children. I have also taught in adult small groups and church based schools for children. I have had a lot of first hand experience teaching children with autism and dyslexia. I understand the struggles that children...