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

...students in a variety of subjects including writing and rhetoric, reading comprehension, public speaking, interpersonal and gender communication, as well as both academic and business and professional writing. My pedagogy is rooted in the active learning model where students are encouraged to engage the material through practical activities, as well as through discussion. It's important to me that my students feel trusted and trusting, and that all of our work takes place in a supportive...

...Christian University with a bachelor of arts in History and a minor in English. I have worked as an assistant editor and have plans to continue onto graduate school with a specialization in the American Gilded Age. As a tutor, I prefer to emphasize critical thinking and technique over memorization. A student who memorizes the answers can pass a test, but a student who knows how to effectively research and problem-solve can excel in anything...

...I gain valuable experience that I can then use with another student. In addition, I love being able to assist a student in reaching their goals, be that a higher grade in a class, a deeper understanding of a specific topic, etc. I am a native speaker of Spanish- it was actually my first language! My entire family comes from (and still lives) in Galicia, the northwest province of Spain. Although I am fortunate enough...

...school at 16 years old after skipping two years in elementary school. I attended a community college in Austin, Texas for two years, then moved to Conway, Arkansas where I attended Hendrix College. I graduated class of 2015 as Magna Cum Laude with Distinction as an Allied Health Pre-Physical Therapy major. My husband and I have been married since May 2017 and live in Spring Branch, TX. We have four dogs. I love math, ballet,...

...years now, starting with a Graduate Teaching Assistant position for Missouri State University. My expertise is rooted in Creative Writing, with an emphasis on Poetry and Nonfiction. For my 3-year MFA program, I filled a similar role, teaching English Composition courses. As a teacher, I like to emphasize creative concepts and free-thinking. As an editor and curator, I work with Infrarrealista Review (currently) and other literary organizations. My freelance experience includes editing, advertising, and copywriting....

...any job I have had. Working with students to get that next step figure out is so enjoyable for me. I have a master's degree in music theory, bachelor's in English and piano, and have worked professionally as a programmer for years. I've had the good fortune to teach in many venues: adjunct professor, one on one music lessons, substitute teaching pre-K through 12th grade, and tutoring and mentoring as a programmer. All of these...

...that program for nearly 4 years. I do have my TESOL and TY7 Certificates for that purpose. My first experience as a classroom teacher was at the age of 19. I went to the Montessori Education Center of the Rockies to become a Montessori Teacher. I taught a 3 to 6-year-old class in Albuquerque, NM for about 18 months before I moved out of state. I enjoy teaching others. There is so much to learn....

...Austin with a Physics degree (Bachelor of Science) in May 2015. I currently live near campus and look forward to tutoring students in the area. I love teaching and helping with math and physics! I also have a strong writing background that comes from independently-publishing a novel, so I am happy to help you with the flow and format of your writing assignments. (I m also a bit of a grammar Nazi.) Interesting things about...

...in music education. After graduating I worked with a nonprofit organization called City Year where I worked as a tutor, mentor, and role model. Our mission was to work with students and create individualized curriculum to fill skill gaps and make sure students had the opportunity to be successful. I believe in putting in the extra time to make sure that I teach toward each student’s learning style. I understand that all students learn at...

...when they finally understand something. I'm particularly proficient in the Earth and Life Sciences, American History, and Writing. I consider myself a very patient and efficient tutor. I've technically been tutoring my whole life thanks to my younger sister. My overall approach to tutoring is one full of energy and keeping the student engaged. I try to make topics relateable and explain concepts and events in a story-like fashion. Logic means a lot to me...

...as difficult as it sounds. With some hard work and the right learning strategies, I was able to get a good grasp on the language and even winning third place in a national writing competition four years after moving to Taiwan. Although I learned a new language during the time I was in Taiwan, I slowly lost my English speaking, writing, and reading abilities. When I moved back to the States in 9th grade, my...

...in New York City. At Baruch, I am working on a Bachelor of Economics degree, which I will have completed by May of 2016. I have received an Associates in Arts and Science as well as a Minor in English. I have a study strategy in which I learn subjects in class to the point where I can explain it to someone who has never heard of it before. I have found that this way...

I want to help students learn the material while also learning how to approach different problems so that they can eventually continue learning without the help of a tutor! I think learning how to learn and study is a very important skill and would like to help students learn how to do so!

...a dual master's degree in Information (Library Science) and Latin American Studies at the University of Texas. I hold a bachelor's degree in Comparative Literature from the University of Virginia, and I'm thrilled to bring my knowledge of English, Spanish, History, Literature, and Writing to the Varsity Tutors platform. I have experience providing tutoring services to students from a variety of ages and backgrounds, and have even taught English while living abroad in Buenos Aires,...

...Elementary, middle, and high school certainly took effort but I knew I could perform well if I just put in the work. When I reached college and started experiencing health issues which impacted my attention span, organizational skills, and study habits, I was forced to adapt. With much help from various academic coaches, I discovered novel ways to learn that suited my new needs. I was able to graduate from Trinity University with a Neuroscience...

...University of Texas at Austin where I graduated with a BS in Neuroscience. I am currently taking a year off before matriculating into dental school where I'll be attending Touro College of Dental Medicine at New York Medical College. I am excited to work with your student to help them succeed in areas of biology, chemistry, and math. I enjoy utilizing YouTube videos/animations, mnemonic devices, and drawings to help engage students and create a more...

My name is Jason and I love to tutor. I have experience working with elementary school students as well as tutoring Economics, Sociology formally as well as everything under the sun informally. I enjoy using creative references to get my point across.

Hey guys! My name is Ike and I am currently studying Finance and Accounting major at the Kelley School of Business with intentions of pursuing a Technology Management co-major. Throughout my years, I've learned a plethora of random, but useful skills that I'm sure will be beneficial to the Varsity Tutors community. If you need help in any of the subjects listed on my profile don't hesitate to reach out!

...me that lead to the person I am today. I would love to have the opportunity to give back and help other students the way my teachers and mentors helped me. I remain in contact with several of my previous instructors and I want to cultivate that kind of a relationship with students. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in History from BYU-Idaho and continued to complete a Master of Arts in Bilingual/Bicultural Studies...

...is passionate about seeing students achieve their academic and personal goals. I seek to provide a supportive and encouraging environment where a student can discover the joy of deepening his or her knowledge in a particular subject. I have two years of experience teaching middle school and high school English in France, as well as giving private English tutoring to young adults. For three years, I gave private lessons to middle school and high school...