Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving San Marcos, TX

...finally take all of the puzzle pieces of ideas floating around in their head and put them in a tangible form. Getting those thoughts on paper proves to a student that their words are worth being read and heard. My teaching philosophy is taking a collaborative, non-directive, and non-evaluative approach in helping my students cultivate writing skills and confidence that they will have for future writing endeavors. Outside of academia, I love movies, theater, playwriting,...

...Tufts University with a degree in Child Study and Human Development, though I will soon be pursuing a Master's at the University of Vermont to become a speech-language pathologist. Since undergrad, I have worked as a K-2 Literacy tutor, a social worker at a Head Start Preschool, and most recently ran a teen leadership development program at a children's museum. I recognize that traditional education isn't suited for all types of learning, so I'm dedicated...

...and developing the potential of my students. I have been tutoring since I was a college student at Georgetown University in the 1990's. After graduation, I worked for four years on the trading floor of an Argentinian bank in New York City where I traded money markets and other instruments in three languages: English, Spanish and Portuguese, so I took a winding route back to the classroom, but I have now been teaching for more...

...with my students and I personally am very much a hands-on learner and teacher. I am a very energetic, bubbly, charismatic individual who has dedicated her life to helping children, both through teaching and social work. However, outside of tutoring, I love the outdoors (playing sand volleyball, kayaking on Lake Austin, hiking the Greenbelt, etc.) and have a big passion for electronic music (both listening to it and creating it). I would love to tutor...

Teaching is the highest form of medicine!

...in biology, and my master's degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in forensic and clinical psychology. Since graduating with my MA, I have worked in various settings and with all age groups, including a juvenile prison, juvenile substance abuse residential treatment centers, a residential home for children and adolescents with severe psychiatric issues, a rehab floor in a hospital, private practice for psychology, and case management & utilization management for several managed care...

I desire to use my teaching skills to bring others to success. I find innovative ways to make learning relevant and interesting to all students.

...journey, not a chore. I aim to create a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where you feel comfortable asking questions and exploring new ideas. Whether you're tackling tough subjects or want to sharpen your skills, I'm here to help you every step of the way. I've got a background in [your subjects or areas of expertise], and I'm passionate about helping students discover their strengths. Together, we'll build your confidence and find strategies that work for you.

...requires support and honest feedback, as well as the essential belief that each student can improve, regardless of past experience or current achievement level. My experience at Texas State University tutoring at the university writing center for several years, teaching freshmen composition, and studying Rhetoric and Composition has prepared me to tutor professionally across age groups. Not only am I prepared, I am enthusiastic about the work and opportunity to help my students improve and...

I am an experienced educator with 20 years of instruction and curriculum development experience in High School English Language Arts, Government, and Economics. I am a PMP-certified Project Manager, working on a diverse field of projects from creative to IT. I enjoy helping others learn and presenting content in ways that personalize the learning process.

...for different audiences at the professional and graduate level, and would be thrilled to help you prepare for admissions tests and essays! I went to undergrad at Georgetown University and did my grad work at the University of Chicago. I moved to Austin to work as an analyst writing for the House Research Organization, and have previous experience writing for federal and nonprofit interests. I have engaged in numerous professional and creative writing workshops for...

...My communication style, and my mentoring style, is based in listening and connecting with others' needs and where they are in the process. I want to get to know students before advising an approach to a project or test, as every student's personality and starting point is unique. From there, I like to pace sessions according to how quickly concepts are grasped, and give the student ample opportunity to demonstrate their own expertise after we've...

...an environment that was not only invitingly safe, but also nonjudgmental. This opportunity allowed me to expand my skills by serving as a therapeutic counselor providing guidance, supervision, and model behavior to children, during their time of crisis. Utilizing the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and Love & Logic Model, I conducted individual and family counseling sessions alongside group enrichment activities and daily case management. In addition, I also provided homework support and individualized tutoring for the...

...because it helps me do that for other people. I am currently a student at Rice University, majoring in Cognitive Sciences, and I plan on attending medical school afterwards. Between my major and pre-med track, my coursework varies from philosophy to statistics to linguistics to biochemistry and more! My own personal interests vary greatly and so do the subjects I tutor. I think my genuine interest in the subjects I teach helps students to not...

...brings, it helps improve reading and writing skills in your native language as well. Along with Spanish, French, and Arabic, I also tutor academic Reading and Writing. I believe that English and foreign language learning reinforce one another. Whether ordering baklava in Arabic, or answering vocabulary questions on the SAT, language is all about taking a step back and understanding the communicative tools you have to work with. When not studying medieval poetry, I love...

...Lewis and Clark College. I completed my BA in Anthropology with a Linguistics focus, and I hope to continue these interests into a Masters in a couple years. I grew up in Austin, TX swimming and hiking every chance I got, and I've since moved to San Marcos, TX. I love tutoring students, and seeing the progress we can make together. Learning is all about finding the right way to piece together concepts and practice...

...and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. After working for two years, I attended the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, earning a Ph.D in Genes and Development. My studies there were focused on Immunology, Cancer and Genetics. Since graduation, I have worked in the biotech industry, lectured in Microbiology and am currently doing research on vaccine development. I enjoy one on one teaching, and just discussing science in general. It's always a...

...a Master's in English from the University of Texas at Arlington, I bring a compassionate approach to the tutoring process. I have worked extensively with students who are struggling readers and learners, and I am committed to helping my clients succeed. I specialize in tutoring English, writing, Social Studies, and subjects within the Humanities. I also have experience in test prep, helping students with test anxiety, and assisting with basic study and organizational skills. I...

Hi, My name is Bonita Hall and I am currently a Sophomore Physics/Math student at the University of Texas at Austin.

...and research outlines. I want the student to walk away from each session with a collaboratively created plan of action that will help quell their anxiety and guide their efforts going forward. I take a similar approach to life in my spare time - I love to challenge myself with hobbies like rock climbing, cooking and creative writing. After each successful (or wildly unsuccessful) attempt at something new, I take what I learned and modify...