Award-Winning ISEE- Lower Level Tutors serving Houston, TX

...goal is to help your student realize their strengths. As a Linguistics major, much of my academic career focused on studying and understanding the nuances of English and French in both reading and writing, though I also have a strong foundation in mathematics, ranging from Algebra to AP Calculus AB. Additionally, my ACT score was 33 (99th percentile); I completed ACT tutoring courses as a high school student and am familiar with the strategies used...

...believer in the power of education and I hope to share my love of learning with all of my students. After graduation I plan on returning to Houston to obtain my Master of Arts in Teaching from Rice University. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and writing anything from poetry to screenplays. I have also been involved in competitive dance for most of my adolescence, so I understand the balance of academics and extracurriculars.

Hi! I am a Rice University alumni who recently just been accepted into Baylor College of Medicine. I enjoy tutoring high school science classes and MCAT subjects. In my free time, I like to go running and playing tennis.

...these subjects as well. I enjoy many activities such as reading, writing, playing pool, and I am an avid NFL and NBA fan. I am also a movie fanatic. I am learning to lead a healthier lifestyle and incorporate more exercise and healthier meal options. I am not so focused on the lesson that I forget to make learning fun. I believe that if you enjoy what you are learning, you will want to learn...

...offering individualized support, encouraging critical thinking, and integrating a variety of resources. Teaching in a bilingual classroom is challenging and motivating for any educator. Bilingual students are in need of special care and attention in the learning process throughout the year. Although some learners might have strong linguistic skills in their native language, they may have deficiencies in their second language; it is the task of the teacher to help guide the student through this...

...instructional techniques in which are prescriptive, systematic, motivating, creative and culturally responsive. My success as an educator can be attributed to my creativity and ability to effectively target instruction based on students' strengths and weaknesses. I am committed to being a life-long learner and staying abreast of 21st century teaching and learning. This will guide and direct my recommendations and assure the development of individualized treatment plans and interventions that are purposeful, observable, and measurable.

...student's according to their learning style, therefore, I enjoy teach using diverse teaching strategies that allows for effective learning. I also enjoy helping students who learn differently prepare for both district and state assessments, reading comprehension skills and strategies, test taking strategies, writing skills and essay writing. I am a patient, positive, and passionate teacher dedicated to impacting and helping each of my students, not only achieve academic success, but also become life long learners....

...of numbers, recognition, and memorization. There is no learning that occurs, and the students over these years fail to simply learn. My objective as a tutor has always been to restore the drive in my students, and I cannot say that it hasn't correlated with better performance and knowledge. I aim to incorporate visual material, hands-on activities, and interactive learning for my students. I have mostly worked with private clients in New York City, and...

...get them involved in talking and learning about math. As a principal, I continued to work with students and even took a class period one semester to ensure that the students were successful on Texas' STAAR test. I also am able to tutor in language arts and Spanish. I have traveled extensively in Mexico and recently lived in Mexico for a year and a half. In my free time, I like to take my dog...

...and rhetoric at a community college and BYU Idaho. Additionally, I'm a former high school English teacher and have an MFA in creative writing. I've had both poetry and short stories published, and I'm currently going through the publication process of my first novel. Although I specialize in creative writing and higher-level English courses, I have vast experience tutoring mid-level math and everything writing related. As father of a 7 year-old daughter and a 4...

...determining how each student learns effectively to unlock missed potential. I listen, watch, discuss, and assess carefully to determine each student’s learning style. I like to keep tutoring sessions interactive and fun to maintain student engagement. I also ensure that students succeed to build self-confidence for sustained interest in the subject area. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out and playing with my senior boxer dog, playing guitar, drums, XBOX, being outdoors, and reading....

...I facilitate and scaffold my students to reach their goals. I advocate my students in different situations. I teach my students with different learning styles. I utilize technology in regular teaching lessons. I believe that technology gives students some time to process the information on their own pace. I maintain clear, concise communication between myself, my students and my students' parents. I keep parents posted with grades, homework, and another updated information regarding student academic...

...Masters in Teaching. I am currently the Grade Level Chair at a charter school in Houston where I teach and manage 26 amazing students through rigorous reading, math, science and social students curriculums each day. I also work closely with each student to achieve their NWEA MAP Primary Math & Reading goals. I have plenty of resources, experience and energy to meet your child at their 'just' right level and am a firm believer that...

...from parents that their student enjoyed the session with me. I believe this is because I do my best to make my sessions interactive, engaging and educational. I am proud to say that I have received positive feedback from parents thanking me for taking the time to help their student reach new heights in their academics. Most notably, a student I met with twice a week got his first A in his eighth grade Algebra...

...Father I've had a lifelong love affair with words and language and I've been writing since 9th grade. I've finished 5 novels and one non-fiction work, two of which are available on Amazon and other online book sites. I most enjoy tutoring reading, writing, language arts, but as I often point out to my students, no matter the high school text you open, the pages are filled with words--more than numbers even in an advanced...

...and I am aspiring to receive my Master of Arts in English in December 2015. Both degrees come from Stephen F. Austin state University. I am proficient in tutoring essay writing for college and reading comprehension as I do both frequently within and without the academic sphere. My concentration has mainly focused on classic and contemporary children's literature, including fairy tales, as well as various schools of literary theory and criticism. My teaching philosophy has...

I help students earn college credit through AP testing in order to save time and money in college. I have over 7 years experience as a certified classroom teacher for Advanced Placement.

...taught have gained admission to their top choice schools, graduate school, or one of the most selective universities in the US. Outside of this work, I have also been fortunate to start a tech company, intern for The White House Chief of Staff when President Obama was first elected, and work in medical research, where I've also been fortunate to publish peer-reviewed articles on predicting Diabetes-risk in young children. Let me know how I can...

...and future goals are predominately math and science related, I feel I have a strong handle on these subjects. I have experience tutoring and mentoring College Station ISD middle school students through a pre-medical organization at Texas A&M. I helped those students in math subjects such as probability, geometry, and number operations, and in science subjects such as basic biology and chemistry concepts. I believe any student can succeed given the right resources and I...

...personal and professional goals. When the opportunity presents itself, she has helped graduate students achieve their dream of earning a master's or doctoral degree, through virtual coaching sessions. Thus far, she has effectively supported three doctoral candidates through the process of completing their master's thesis and doctorate dissertation. Dr. Dabney holds a Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin, a M.B.A. from the University of Phoenix-Houston Northwest Campus, a B.A. in communication from the...