Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Plano, TX

...My M.A. and Ph.D., which are also from the University of Texas at Dallas, are both in the Humanities with a concentration in the moral philosophy, literature, and feminist theory. I consider myself a non-traditional student and a life-long learner. What can I say--I love to learn! As a legal assistant, I originally started school with plans to take business classes to prepare for law school. However, it did not take long to realize that...

...Writing from Wichita State, and a BA in English from Wichita State. I worked as a college professor and instructor for over ten years. I then moved to the legal field where I worked as a mitigation specialist in capital murder cases for over eight years while honing and broadening my research and writing skills. Currently, I ghostwrite paranormal, suspense, and romance novels and cover college football. Not surprisingly, I especially enjoy tutoring writing and...

...that what matters most to you is seeing your child thrive not just in grades, but in confidence, clarity, and their ability to think and communicate with purpose. That's why I set high expectations not to overwhelm, but to unlock potential. I guide my students with patience and persistence, so they know they're supported every step of the way. My passion for reading and writing becomes their advantage: together, we turn academic pressure into intellectual...

...at the University of Oslo, nationally ranked #1 in Norway. I recently graduated with a BA in English Literature, focused on writing, from the American University of Beirut (AUB) (ranked #2 in the Arab Region) During my time in AUB, I was one of the few undergraduate students working as a writing center tutor. Working as a tutor can be quite demanding, and it is also a very strong learning experience. Tutors must have a...

...have gained valuable teaching and mentorship experiences. I was an undergraduate teaching assistant for introduction to Biology lab and introduction to Neuroscience for combined 3 semesters. As an undergraduate TA, I held weekly reviews and demonstrated lab techniques to help my students. I was a freshman mentor for 2 semesters in which I worked with my mentee to help him achieve his academic and personal goal and to help smoothen his transition from high school...

...Elementary Education and a Master's degree in Education-Curriculum and Instruction. I have been teaching for twelve years (elementary and special education) and am currently working as an Educational Diagnostician for the second year. I tutor elementary math, reading and writing, special education, study skills, and organization skills. My favorite subject to tutor is reading because the ability to read allows individuals to learn and have many new experiences through stories they read. I believe that...

...graduation, I have been among the native Spanish people, read quite a few books, and worked on furthering my educational experiences. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish, the culture and people. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for classes, we always seem to have the most fun reviewing the material and being able to use the language outside of the classroom. I am a firm believer...

...inquiry and student voice and choice, which increase confidence both inside and outside of the classroom. I earned my B.A. of English from Texas A&M University (Whoop!) with minors in Psychology and Performance Studies, and went on to earn my M.A. from New York University. I am currently a 10th and 11th grade English teacher, but I have taught every grade 9-12, including both AP English Language and Composition and AP English Literature. I tutor...

...AP classes got hard and late nights got longer, teaching my peers and hosting study groups through my local National Honor Society Chapter helped me learn and help those around me. I taught and tutored HOSA test subjects and the PLTW biomedical science curriculum through high school. Now I am a Public Health student at A&M on the pre-med track. I will make awkward acronyms that are way too cheesy but get the job done....

...children are grown and my grandchildren are now learning how to read and write. That should have been enough for most people but,I found I have a skill to help children overcome the life- altering disability with difficulty in reading and writing. I have seen them suffering and their parents frustrated and scared. These children have a good ability to learn. They have many talents and unique contributions to share. They just need appropriate help....

...public school in Chicago following graduation. I spent this year tutoring and mentoring fifth graders, providing whole classroom support and leading small group pull-outs. I also led an after school program focusing on homework help and Common Core skills for fifth and sixth grade. I have a deep understanding of the Common Core in both English Language Arts and Math and of what students are expected to learn in the classrooms. Most importantly, I have...

Wharton Educated Certified Investment Management Analyst, Studied Pre-Med Honors at SMU, Undergrad in Finance UNT, SMU MBA Double Major: Finance and Strategy / Entrepreneurship, Currently working on Masters of Science in Accounting at SMU. Level II CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) candidate, 20 years as an Investment Speaker and sales Executive for Fortune 100 firms. I was Academic Decathlon, Whiz-Quiz and Olympics of the Mind participant in High School, (Plano and Lewisville Gifted and Talented). ... Make...

...each session, I met with the professor to discuss methods I would implement in order to promote the success of fellow peers. Because I grew up with a brother who has a significant learning disability, teaching is something that I've come to value on a personal level. Throughout my brother's school years, I assisted him with assignments as well as extra-curricular activities so that he could gain enrichment to the best of his ability. Therefore,...

Coaching students through all stages of the writing process. Skilled at nurturing, editing, and polishing content while staying true to student's voice and vision. Bilingual English-Spanish.

As a teacher with 18 years' experience in education, including 4 years as a math instructional specialist, I enjoy working to prepare for tests as well as ongoing remediation. My goal is to increase both confidence and ability in all of my students. ... Students must know that they do know some things about the subject, so I would focus on what they do know as a foundation.... Students should be able to ask questions and...

...they are wrong. Every student, with the right motivation, systems, and tools can improve their skills. I have been teaching and tutoring students for over 20 years. As a professor, I know what steps students need to take to become better in writing, reading, literature, critical thinking, and public speaking. As a faculty member at universities and colleges for over 20 years, I know what will be expected of students both in educational settings, and...

I'm a certified Texas Educator with K-12 teaching experience. Currently, I consult with school districts across Texas seeking to develop credit-recovery programs, virtual schools, and distance learning programs. I'm passionate about helping students set and meet their personal and academic goals under any and all circumstances.

...mostly tutor math, reading, and writing courses. I am very experienced with test preparation subjects such as SSAT/SAT and ACT. Please see my profile for a full list of subjects. In my leisure, I like to dabble in music. I’ve studied Music Theory in my early years, and I play multiple musical instruments, including the piano. Music still remains a creative outlet for me. I also strongly believe in giving back to society and setting...

...guide students through problems such that they learn how to take the proper steps to arrive at the answer themselves. When appropriate, I ask plenty of questions to get students thinking and make connections to their interests to make learning fun. My goal is to have students start thinking of questions and making connections on their own to develop life long learning habits! I am also always happy to assist in study skills such as...