Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

...I believe that providing tools for students learning English opens doors to new opportunities. I have tutored students of various cultures and backgrounds in group settings as well as one on one. I am certified to teach English as a second language and currently attend the University of Pittsburgh. I believe that the power of language can help foster a greater understanding of the people we interact with and the world as a whole.

...if some people might feel more comfortable, or if it might be more convenient to work online. I will say, though, that my purpose as a writing advisor is, as the great Stephen North said, to make better writers, and not just better writing. I am interested in helping each individual writer learn the craft of writing so that they can become self-sufficient in their own way. I am not a copy-editor, nor am I...

...Bachelor of Arts in History with a focus on Middle East Studies and Religion. Since graduation, I have taught middle school history extensively in Pennsylvania for a private school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects including essay writing and reading comprehension. I am most passionate about U.S. History, Geography, and World Religions. I firmly believe that education is absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to instill this appreciation...

...To share knowledge with each other makes me happy! So, teaching became my first job in my long career. Now, in my spare time, I want to continue to pursue my love of learning and teaching with people who seek help but can also help me gain life's experience one way or the other. Let's team up and learn to make our life more beautiful! As a native Mandarin Chinese speaker, I can help you...

...and finance, with a minor in economics. I started volunteering as a tutor in 10th grade at a local foster home, and I began working as a paid tutor the following year, helping middle and high school students with math, English, history, chemistry and Spanish. I enjoy tutoring because I get to pay forward all the great help and support I've received from teachers over the years. I'm always trying to learn new things, and...

...create world-class teaching materials that both inspire and instruct students. I believe that creating winning resources and strategies that meet learners where they are is key to equipping them to become masters of their own future. Building this kind of confidence through education is something I have been a part of all my life and I look forward to continuing it far into the future. When I am not teaching, I love discovering international food,...

...Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Memphis. I have 25 years of teaching experience in an enriched academics program in the Shelby County Schools in Memphis, Tennessee. The majority of the time I taught 2nd grade but have also taught 3rd and 4th grade and am certified to teach grades 1 - 8. I was a Level 5 Teacher and a Career Ladder teacher at the time of my early retirement,...

...New York City, studying Chemical Engineering. I am originally from Pittsburgh, PA, and have served as a tutor in the past for public school students in New York through the Columbia Tutoring and Learning Center, as well as the EduMate NYC program. I am passionate about science and engineering, particularly Chemistry and Biology, as well as computer programming, and I hope to provide the individualized attention students need to help them learn!

...and instruction in journalistic writing and media literacy. As a high school English teacher, I revel in making complex literary texts or the struggle of the writing process accessible and even enjoyable for students, and I excel in individualizing instruction to specifically meet the unique needs of the students with whom I work. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy hip hop dance aerobics, hiking, learning about East Asian culture, and traveling whenever I can. My...

I am a High School English Teacher, graduated from Cedarville University. I have taught grammar, literature, and writing in both classroom and tutoring settings. I love helping my students break down a challenging concept into manageable pieces and then seeing the "aha moment" light up their faces. In my free time, I like to cook, read, play soccer, run, and hang out with my husband.

I received my MFA in fiction from Eastern Washington University in 2017. Throughout my entire collegiate career, I have worked as a writing tutor in some capacity. While getting my undergraduate degree, I worked in my school's Writing Center as a lead peer tutor. I also worked as a grants writing tutor. During graduate school, I worked as...

...with a variety of students. I have tutored friends, family, and colleagues. I feel the best way for students to learn history is through discussion and interpretation. My expertise is in American, European, and world history. I also have reads hundreds and hundreds of books, so I have experience with literature. I am able to read old English and understand Spanish to a certain extent. I attended Saint Vincent College where I have a major...

...My deepest passion is writing. I began tutoring English and Spanish when I was in high school and continued through college and graduate school. I have tutored grade school, high school, and college students, and love seeing the "lightbulb" moments after the weeks of hard work. During my student teaching, I worked with my U.S. History students and saw their grades improve by as much as two letter grades in a few weeks of applied...

...or your child in one or a variety of subjects? Then look no further! From Algebra to Zoology, test-prep to basic study skills, I can help you or your child accomplish your goals in a respectful, patient, and personalized manner. As a life-long learner, I have a passion for teaching and rely on my educational background in neuroscience and psychology to help develop individualized learning and tutoring plans to help students accomplish their academic and...

...and am passionate about equipping people with the skills and strategies to succeed. I have excellent teaching skills and am a friendly, engaging tutor. My degrees are in history, which has many transferrable skills such as writing, forming arguments, delivering talks, and investigating evidence, many of which feature on standardized tests, entrance exams, and even job applications. I am keen to help with all of the subjects I am approved in, so get in touch,...

...studies, I loved to learn about other cultures, past events, and looking at patterns and continuity in history over time. I also enjoy working within the field of English and communications; strong reading, writing, and editing skills are imperative to be successful in life! Outside of the classroom, hobbies include reading, running, cooking, baking, and yoga. I enjoy being physically active and spending time outside. I am a fervent Penn State fan and enjoy visiting...

...Pittsburgh, where I also graduated in 2024 with my Bachelors of Science in Natural Sciences. I had an undergraduate focus in neuroscience and conceptual foundations of medicine. Since freshman year of high school, I have put forth many hours tutoring students of all ages, ranging in many subjects. My personal favorite subject to tutor in is Algebra, but I have tutored in math ranging from elementary school level to high school level. I have also...

...like the SAT, ACT, and GRE. Patience and gentle encouragement have been my most effective tools in helping young learners, and it's important to me that my students know that I'm on their side as they struggle with new challenges. (I'm especially proud of the fact that my son, who is dyslexic, has become a confident and accomplished reader through the work we've done together over the years.) Helping kids learn truly makes me happy!...

...using real-world examples, games, and visual strategies to strengthen number sense and confidence. With formal training in Public and Professional Writing and hands-on experience mentoring students through academic essays and college applications, I specialize in helping learners find their voice on the page. Whether supporting students through the personal process of writing a college essay or refining the clarity of an analytical paper, my goal is to build confidence not just correct grammar.

...a career. After being in business for many years, something didn't feel right; there was a missing piece in my life. It wasn't until I started traveling the world that I knew I needed more from my career. After teaching at a rural orphanage in Kenya, it became more than a job to me- it became my passion. Now, a teacher of over 9 years, it is who I am and how I identify. I...