Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Ypsilanti charter Township, MI

Straight out of HS into the USAF. Served 4 years and then got out. Enrolled at WSU and completed my BS in 3 years. Enrolled at EMU and received a MPA in 1993. I graduated with honors with a 3.74 GPA. I spent almost 35 years in IT and then semi retired due to COVID. I have been teaching since 2019.

...simple math is fun too, because math is fun when you're right. Most of my tutoring experience comes from high school, where I helped younger students in a variety of subjects.My teaching philosophy is based on the fact that there is a simpler way to explain everything, and I hope to be able to explain that to students. Access to resources is also extremely important, and I hope to provide many to my students, which...

...communicative, emotionally mature individuals. As an educator, I believe that knowledge of a subject isn't solely what's important. Rather than simply fostering "knowing" in my students, I intend to focus on giving students the tools and skills needed to strengthen their understanding of a subject. By working with a growth mindset, I can meet students where they are and work with them to help raise their understanding. I believe that highlighting student strengths, understanding their...

...with artist-in-residence time spent at Brown University (Rhode Island School of Design) and Stanford University. I have worked as a university lecturer for foundational undergraduate courses in Biological Sciences and as a university research scientist in Molecular Biology as well as a university hospital Genetics Counselor. I have worked as a Web Engineer and Creative Director in Silicon Valley, California (CA) and enjoy coding in Javascript and Python with artistic elements from Adobe products like...

...students are shy, some are outgoing; some are academically driven, and some are interested in other things. I take these aspects into account when teaching. I am presently teaching 6th grade special education at an online school. I have previously worked at "bricks-and-mortar" schools for 3 years full time and 5+ years as a substitute. Personally, I love books. Reading and talking about them is a great pleasure of mine. I also like word games...

...studying Ethics, Politics, and Economics. I currently work at a venture capital fund investing in early-stage climate technology, and have a background in political advocacy and social enterprise. Though I teach a range of subjects, I have a soft spot for U.S./European history and writing tutoring. I take the time to get to know my students personally; understanding learning styles and connecting content to their interests is my first priority. I hope to work with...

...in one subject, I have had the opportunity to work with students on a broad range of schoolwork including Biology, Chemistry, Algebra, Basic Math, Anatomy, Government, Economics, U.S and World History, Computers (Microsoft Suite), and of course, the English Language Arts. Although, I have experience in a vast field of study, I am most passionate about English and Math subjects. In my experience, a firm hold in these two areas have proven to be the...

...a tutoring company similar to Varsity Tutors where I taught college/high school/middle school Spanish, Chemistry, English, Biology, and Math. I also worked as an English as a Second Language volunteer instructor for 3 years during college and was an English Teaching Assistant at the Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana in Medellin, Colombia. I have experience working with adults and youth, alike, and my teaching style is to tailor my tutoring sessions to my students' unique learning styles....

...people. Communication connects people and ideas, so I learned that the clearer the communication is, the better! I really enjoyed my work there and I seek to continue that as a Varsity Tutor. In my free time, I enjoy reading and writing. The main genres I'm interested in are fiction and fantasy, but I don't restrict myself to those two. I spent several years working at the library in my hometown and really delighted in...

...Michigan (Ann Arbor) with a BA in English and college honors. I also earned departmental honors for my senior creative thesis, which means I wrote a novel-in-progress and it was well-received (it was one of my own, "Oh, I'm a lot better at this than I thought," moments). The senior creative thesis is something I worked towards for four years. Each year of college I took a creative writing workshop. Workshops consist of some creative...

...and began teaching 5th grade science. Doing this allowed me bring a "whole" approach to my teaching style, letting me create different frameworks for students so they could learn through their own interests. My varied background also allows tutor a wide variety of subjects, but I am most passionate about Science, History, and English/Literature. In my experience, students have the most fun and are engaged when they learn core subjects through an artistic approach. I...

...English at several universities in Turkey. While I tutor several subjects, I most enjoy teaching English, Literature, and Social Studies. I have a student-centered approach to teaching. My students tend to enjoy our lessons as we truly build a rapport while covering the material according to their learning styles. I believe that education is the great equalizer, and am passionate about giving each student a chance to maximize their potential through learning and building self-esteem.

I am a board-certified, licensed naturopathic doctor. Before becoming a doctor I spent several years tutoring and teaching. I have worked with students of all ages, from 3 year olds learning phonics to graduate students studying histology and physiology. I specialize in general sciences, medical sciences, reading comprehension, literary analysis, and composition. I love working with students of all ages and I love to teach.... I love teaching and I love working with kids. I understand...

Hello, my name is Charlie, and I am a certified Secondary Ed English teacher. I am excited to share my passion for literature and writing with eager young learners. Besides being passionate about learning, I also am active in fitness, golf, and playing the guitar. I look forward to guiding students to achieving their academic best in English.... My philosophy for teaching is that the teacher is there to shape their learners and there to guide...

...doors and turn on the light for students. My areas of tutoring includes English (Reading/Writing) - elementary, middle, high school, college and other adult learners; social studies, college essays and PSAT, SAT and ACT prep. Additionally, I have taught College English and Writing for more than five years. My background includes extensive writing experience, as I have also worked as a journalist and public relations professional. Outside of academia, I really enjoy cooking, baking and...

...me much about various challenges that our students face, as well as their unique strengths and abilities which they're bringing into the classroom. I have learned that each neurodivergent student, as well as each neurotypical student is bringing a unique set of needs and abilities to the learning space. My goal is to meet your child where they are, to find out where their strengths and interests lie, and to learn how to best adjust...

...for four years. As a tutor, I specialize in helping students prepare for the ACT and the AP World History exams, and have a great deal of experience in helping students improve their writing and reading ability. I am also able to tutor students for the SAT as well as history and English courses. I am planning to return to school to earn my M.A. in Education. I have proven success in preparing students for...

...currently a student at the University of Michigan who's passionate about sharing my knowledge. I am outgoing and extremely patient, and I want to help you strengthen your weaknesses and enhance your strong suits. Everyone has a different approach to learning new things, and I know how to explain topics from different angles so that they are easier to understand. My favorite subjects to tutor are science, Spanish, and standardized tests, but I can cater...

I have been teaching in the education field for seventeen years and I really enjoy it. I also have four children of my own whom I get a chance to really enjoy now that I work from home.... My teaching philosophy is to always help the student, even if it involves giving extra time. Many students learn by modeling and doing. Learning does not always have to be verbal.... In a typical first session with a...

...being a student, I earned my Associate degree in General Studies in 2014, Associate Degree in Nursing in 2017, and my Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2019. I passed my NCLEX-RN in the minimum questions. Currently I work one evening a week as a triage nurse and stay home with my son. I have wanted to get back into education and thought this would be a great way to do it!