Award-Winning ISEE Tutors in Coon Rapids, MN

...a reading program designed to teach students with dyslexia how to read. I have experience teaching several subjects, ranging from fifth grade math to eighth grade reading to tenth grade English. I enjoy being a tutor because it allows me to build a connection with a student and help them achieve things they did not...

...opportunity for input, students generate ideas and set goals that make for much richer activities than I could have created or imagined myself. When students have ownership in the curriculum, they are motivated to work hard and master the skills necessary to reach their goals. Helping students to develop a deep love and respect for...

My goal as a tutor is to help students develop confidence in themselves so they can learn the desired material by teaching them in a way that makes sense to them.

...encountered different obstacles during their preparation. I have learned that tutoring is incredibly dynamic: every student is different in their capabilities and learning style. As a tutor, I strive to develop a strong rapport with each group and their families in order to tailor my teaching approach to the group's energy. In my spare time,...

...strengths. I grew up in South Florida and enjoy, and have missed, the beautiful and rich diversity that exists in the culture. Therefore, I look forward to moving back and using my knowledge and experiences I have obtained in college to benefit those I tutor. In the future, I plan to pursue a graduate degree...

...reading comprehension, fluency, and spelling. I use symbol imagery for phonological and orthographic processing to help the student "picture" what they are reading and spelling. I have been helping children read for 7 years. I have also worked as a substitute teacher for Duval County Schools. I really enjoy tutoring elementary math, reading fluency, reading...

...questions she had about the subject matter. As a GOTR coach I taught participants about a positive self-image and healthy dietary choices. My experiences working with others and my devotion to education make me an effective tutor.I enjoy thinking about problems differently and trying various teaching methods to best suit an individual's learning style.

...I believe in hard work and having fun while prepping for important tests. As a native New Yorker growing up here, I attended Hunter College High School and the Brearley School, so I know how important test prep is! Because of my experience as a teacher and student, I firmly believe that excelling at school...

I believe that with appropriate support and instruction, any student can excel academically. I think it my job to serve as a guide on a student's academic journey. ... I firmly believe that every student is unique and that every student deserves a tutor that can cater to her or his learning style. I also believe that students are not simply empty containers into which I can simply pour knowledge; learning requires active engagement and effort. I am willing and able to aid and support students on their individual academic journeys.

...help someone else really grasp a concept! I'm applying to grad school now, and in my spare time I love cooking and baking (it's vaguely scientific, right?). I rowed in high school and college, so I know all about the difficulties of balancing school and extracurriculars. Now I do yoga and run, sporadically.