Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Scottsdale, AZ

...focus and success on AP tests. As for my specific tutoring experience, I have been teaching students since high school, and volunteering with local children of lower socioeconomic status for the past three years. These lessons have been for students of all ages ranging from elementary school to college. In high school I also excelled on the SAT (2220) and a plethora of AP tests (4s and 5s across the board), and so would be...

...have a knack for explaining complicated ideas to people in simple terms, enjoy deepening people's understandings of issues, and value education highly. All of these characteristics make me an ideal tutor for Varsity Tutors, and I look forward to the opportunity to share my academic experiences and skills with tutees. In addition, I can give an expert's perspective on a wide range of topics including political science, public policy, various topics in science and technology,...

...with students and helping them achieve more then they thought they could. I love tutoring students in reading because I have a huge passion for it. I believe that every child can be a reader they have just not found the right book. I have traveled all around the world and love to bring those experiences in with my teaching so that the child can be shown other worlds and cultures. I can speak conversationally...

...the importance of communication in regard to the quality of our human experience. I am a friendly and conscientious individual who enjoys new undertakings and the perspective they offer. As an enthusiast for information, art, and living things, I am ever curious and like to bring that same spirit of investigation to each lesson. I am available to tutor ESL/ELL, Spanish, Spanish 2, Spanish 3, College Essays, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, Literature, Reading, Writing,...

...a variety of people on a daily basis. These experiences helped me to relate to students individually and teach with their interests and personality in mind. In preparation to teach 5th and 1st grade, I was formally trained in current teaching strategies for all subjects. I received additional, focused training on Phonics, which made reading my favorite subject to teach. Besides being a proud wife and mother, I enjoy varied hobbies such as cooking, yoga,...

...pool of nearly 600. My tutoring style is 100% student-first. I want to make sure we're operating exactly at the level and pace where the student feels comfortable, and using educational techniques that work for this student in particular. I want my relationship with my students to feel like a friendship, and ideally, I want us both to have some fun. I'm a huge arts fanatic, particularly for music; ask me about my favorite albums...

...make remarkable advancements in both confidence and competency levels. I am particularly passionate about tutoring English, Mandarin, and standardized test prep. In my experience working with students struggling to pass a class or to prepare for college entrance exams, we always have fun determining the study method that works best for them. Everybody has a different learning style and once we hone in on the right one for you, an improvement in scores will become...

...After being laid off in Indiana, I moved to Arizona, where I began teaching in Phoenix. I taught 7/8 grade for one year and then moved to 6th grade, within the same school. I teach special education: math and writing, including co-taught math within the general education classroom. As I said, I love to learn. I earned my Bachelor's degree (2008) from Ball State University (in Muncie, Indiana) and have recently earned my Master's degree...

...often tutored co-workers in college math and physics classes. While studying for the GRE, I developed my own study system and approach which has been passed on and used by several friends. My teaching style can be best described as knowledge gap identification. I believe that the single most important thing for learning, after attitude, is identifying exactly what information has been miscommunicated. After this step, almost any person can learn any subject with enough...

...Elisa had punctured the sole of her foot as she worked. Unable to afford time away from her duties, she endured the pain as she worked each day. Over time, the wound grew wider and deeper as infection intensified in the tissues, with no proper cleaning or covering. Upon observing her condition, the doctor informed us that the wound was greatly infected, deep, and needed immediate attention. As the doctor informed her of his need...

...with students from 1st grade through college. Being IEP knowledgeable and patient, I utilize a student's strengths and unique learning style to create individualized lessons and materials. Tutoring allows me to help students of differing abilities achieve their academic goals. Whether a student requires assistance in writing a 5 page essay or help with homework and organization, I am your tutor! My favorite subjects to tutor are reading and writing and I thoroughly enjoy both....

...have enjoyed teaching our before and after school classes because I get to work one-on-one with the students. Although I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects, Reading is my passion! My teaching style is enthusiastic, loving, and engaging! I believe that each individual learner is different, therefore, it is crucial to use a variety of teaching strategies with students. I believe that using hands on manipulatives, comparing material being taught to real-life situations, and students...

...writing. I am also available to tutor psychology and German (beginner- and intermediate-level). Although I enjoy helping students improve in all subjects, I find that tutoring for standardized tests offers particularly rewarding experiences given the potential impact on students' future academic endeavors. My teaching style involves helping students find their ideal learning style based on their individual strengths and unique way of perceiving information. I try to focus on teaching "how" to think constructively rather...

...Apache Junction Unified School District. I absolutely love seeing my children grow academically each year. I have my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and my Master's degree in Special Education (Cross Categorical). I began teaching in 2008 and my backgrounds cover grades Preschool-3rd grade. I have taught 1st grade general education, 2 years as a behavioral teacher, 1 year as a preschool special needs teacher and of course my current position as an Inclusion teacher....

...Big Rapids, Michigan. I received my Bachelor of Science in elementary education with a focus on social studies and language arts. Since graduation, I have relocated to Glendale, Arizona for teaching. While I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and history. I am a staunch advocate for education and try to instill a love of learning into each student. In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching sporting events,...

...and interests. My most rewarding tutoring experience has been working with international students who come to the United States to study and learn English. I believe I can help with all areas of language development, from emerging to proficient. Learning is a lifelong process and I would be eager to work with students of any age or experience. It is my hope that I can help students to not only succeed, but also excel and...

...am particularly interested in helping K-12 students discover their own potential in Math and Reading, and succeed on standardized tests. I also have unique experience in the professional world working as a Business Planning Manager for a Fortune 200 company in their sales department and am strongly qualified to tutor excel, public speaking, and organization/study skills. In my spare time, I enjoy all outdoor activities, specifically road biking, hiking, and swimming. I also just finished...

...Arizona State University. I hold a current teaching certificate through the state of Arizona for grades K-8 and a Structured English Immersion Endorsement. I have spent the last 7 years teaching and performing administrative duties as an assistant principal of a K-6 school. I am currently a stay at home mom who enjoys using my education and skills to help students through tutoring sessions. I appreciate the opportunity to help each and every student and...

I am a passionate learner who finds great reward in passing my knowledge on. I recently graduated from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education: English. My studies focused in American, British and Multi-ethnic literature. Specializing in how to motivate, educate and manage students of all learning levels and styles. I am qualified to tutor in the subject areas of reading, writing, & literature, & essay editing at a secondary level.... Students learn...

...and inspiring them in their academic journeys. I have worked with student on planning, time management and other executive skills as well as motivation and meeting their skills with the best possible courses. In addition I have been a lifetime learner and have personal experience with both online and in classroom platforms. I have run my own business where I supported franchisees and am familiar with with standards of customer service and good client relationships....