
Tom: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...the Classics; within a year of starting this experience, I helped him progress to the point that he was winning regional contests through the National Junior Classical League, and medaling in national written exams such as the Medusa Mythology Exam. Whether in the sciences or humanities, my students benefit from my unique blend of experience. My varied education, with degrees in both Biochemistry and Classical Studies and advanced study in a number of fields in...
Education & Certification
Rice University - Bachelors, Biochemistry & Cell Biology and Classical Studies
University of Oxford - PHD, Clinical Medicine

Alan: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...lens forming an image. I did not just tell him Heres what it looks like. No. I asked him questions and led him through the problem to the solution, at which he arrived on his own. He then said: You know, Mr. A., I learned more in the past five minutes about optics than my entire last semester. I thought he was exaggerating, but then I realized that his teacher last semester did not present...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Physics
University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Astronomy
State Certified Teacher

Clarissa: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
As a college graduate, I look forward to enhance the learning experience of students through tutoring. Academic success and excellence are goals that should be supported, and together we can achieve them, one step at a time.
Education & Certification
Grand Canyon University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General

Leah: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...where I am currently a doctoral candidate at the Centre for Medieval Studies. My Ph.D. dissertation is about the political history of fourteenth-century Florence, Italy. At the University of Toronto, I am a teaching assistant for a number literature and history courses. Many of my students are in their first or second year of university, and I especially enjoy working with them as they make the transition from high school to university, learning on the...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelors, English Literature / Italian
University of Toronto - Masters, Medieval studies

Makenzie : Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...of a variety of subjects. I am patient, encouraging, and friendly. I understand that each individual learns differently and I tailor my lessons to each student.My hobbies are exploring downtown Phoenix, playing sports, making art, and listening to music. I have a cocker spaniel named Ranger and a chronic french fry craving, for which the only cure is french fries. My favorite author is Fyodor Dostoevsky and I'm about to begin pursuing degrees in Art...
Education & Certification
Hillsdale College - Bachelor in Arts, Art & English

Bill: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...to have a motto. It was "THINK". My philosophy of teaching is based on a belief that learning needs to be student centered and that students need to be equal partners in the learning process. My role involves using my expertise to put the necessary resources in the hands of the students or more likely to be sure that my students are well equipped to find and evaluate the resources they need to answer their...
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Macalester College - Bachelors, Classics
Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Classics

Stephanie: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...University with Bachelors of Arts in Creative Writing and French and a minor in Art History. I have been tutoring/teaching for almost ten years. I have worked with people of all ages, from elementary school students to retirees, in different parts of the world. I am also a writer, translator, and ESL/ELL teacher. I love learning and am currently studying my fifth language. Most of all, I love sharing the excitement of learning with fellow...
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Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Isabel: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...to get some down-time to journal or listen to music each night. This summer (2017) I have been nannying three kids, ages 6 months, 8 years and 10 years, and a lot of my teaching and tutoring philosophies have crossed into my care of these children. Overall, my life mantra, so to speak, is balance. I have a lot of hobbies and I also tend toward work-a-hol-ism. Whether it's school work or a summer job,...
Education & Certification
Valparaiso University - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Amy: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
Hello, I have a passion for learning and I enjoy sharing that with students by teaching. I've taught so many subjects since I started teaching in 1992 at a small private school in Tucson. I've worked with students in grades K-12. I enjoy all the subject areas I've listed. The best way to increase knowlege and self confidence is through hard work. Let's work hard together and we'll both learn and grow.
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Daniel: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
I believe that learning should be an enjoyable and fulfilling experience and that the value of teachers is based on their love of the subject matter and their care for transmitting it to the student.... My teaching philosophy is that, in order to be effective, the teacher must love the subject matter and have a great care for transmitting it to the student.... After introducing myself and learning a bit about the student, I would focus...
Education & Certification
South Mountain Community College - Current Undergrad, Civil Engineering

Jason: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...relatively young teacher, but I have been instructing for several years now. I have degrees in History and Classics, and I have taught a wide range of subjects from Latin to ancient history to mythology and writing! My greatest experience, however, has been in teaching Latin for which I have taught students from 10 years old to 30. I hope to bring my experience, resources, and enthusiasm to more learners with Varsity Tutors.
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Arts, Classics

Julia: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
I am a senior studying English Literature and Philosophy at Barrett the Honors College at ASU. In addition to being a tutor, I have worked as a teacher for an after school program at a local charter school as well as a TA in a 5th grade classroom. I have experience tutoring grades K-12 and am very passionate about helping people to love learning! I'm very excited to meet you.
Education & Certification
Barrett the Honors College at ASU - Bachelor in Arts, English

Norma: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...keep on trying. My own interests have been broad and keep growing, so while I don't believe in piling on degrees, I do believe in lifelong learning. That means keeping up with the world as it continues to change in communications, social dynamics, and medical and scientific technology. Spiritually, we must remain integrated with the people we work and play with as well as the tasks we perform. Life is so often challenging, so let...
Education & Certification
Loyola Mundelein University - Bachelor of Education, Latin
Saybrook University - Doctor of Philosophy, Social Sciences

Cassidy: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...at Grand Canyon University working towards my BS in Psychology. I am an experienced tutor in the area of middle school math. I tutor all levels of math from elementary math to high school calculus. I am also experienced in English, especially essay writing. Additionally, with my major, I have knowledge of psychology and can tutor in that subject area. I love giving students advice on how to do well in the classroom. I look...
Education & Certification
Grand Canyon University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Julia: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
M.A., Georgetown University, Washington DC, in Government and Security Studies. Master (LL.M.) and bachelor of law (LL.B.) degrees, National University of Singapore. - fluent in Mandarin Chinese, speak/read/write intermediate level Japanese and Bahasa Indonesia. - coaching experience includes all English / reading, quantitative and verbal sections of standardized tests from the SSAT to the GRE; HSPT, ISEE and SAT/ACT tests. - also work with students requiring help with executive coaching and functioning.
Education & Certification
National University of Singapore - Bachelor of Laws, Prelaw Studies
Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Political Science and Government

Courtney: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...from elementary schoolers to adults at the non-profit program Safe Place: Homework Help. A particular highlight of mine is the summer I spent teaching English to adults as a certified ESL assistant at the International Education Center in downtown Minneapolis. All these experiences have helped me develop a variety of strategies to adapt to different learners needs and learning styles. I tutor a wide range of subjects, such as ACT prep, math, writing, Spanish, and...
Education & Certification
Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish

Abigail: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...took on independent research projects during my undergraduate summers. I plan to one day pursue a Ph.D in Classics. I am also committed to improving the education experience of my students, and have demonstrated that commitment in both my professional and personal life. Currently, I am working as a freelance writer, editor, and assistant to a scholar at the University of Washington who works on education policy. As an undergraduate, I was involved with a...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics

John: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama

Paula: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...board. I strive for the latter as a tutor. So that you can have a better idea of who I am, I will tell you a few non-academic things about myself. First and foremost, I have an undying love for Star Wars that began and has been nurtured since I was eight. I own approximately 200 Expanded Universe books and comics, and far too much memorabilia. I also play professional ultimate frisbee. I've been playing...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology; Communication Studies

Sarah: Phoenix Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Phoenix, AZ
...Scottish Daily Mail Drama Award in 2014 and will be taking our newest work, The ME, to the Edinburgh Festival this summer. I also work at Time In Children's Arts Initiative, a program that teaches opera appreciation and fine art to Pre-K through Fourth Grade public school children from Harlem and the Bronx. I enjoy working with students to confront the challenges of a subject and then watching as the challenges begin to slip away...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelors, Classics
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London - Masters, Advanced Theatre Practice
Private In-Home and Online Latin Tutoring
Receive personally tailored Latin lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with in-home and online tutoring that offers flexible scheduling and your choice of locations.If you are looking for help understanding Latin, consider reaching out to Varsity Tutors and getting set up with a Phoenix Latin tutor. An expert Latin mentor can introduce you to the beauty of Latin and help you or your student work through topics like pronunciation and grammar. Although it's sometimes referred to as a dead language, this may give you the false impression that it's no longer relevant. On the contrary, Latin is very much alive in fields such as medicine, science, and law. If you have plans of entering any of these fields, it can be useful to know Latin so that you can better understand the terminology that you'll encounter.
Studying Latin can be an interesting experience because of how it has influenced modern languages. Since it was the precursor of many of the languages that are used today, it can be useful to know some Latin if you want to study Romance languages such as Italian or French. In addition, it's fun to see the many parallels between Latin and the English language. Let's take a look at a few of the ways that Phoenix Latin tutoring can enable you to develop a solid understanding of the Latin language.
How can a Phoenix Latin tutor near me enable me to develop my Latin knowledge?
A useful advantage of studying with Phoenix Latin tutors is that you can work at your own pace. This is different from what you would get in a traditional school, where you would have to follow along at a uniform pace without really being able to slow down or speed up. However, here it's just you and your private Latin mentor, so you can focus solely on the topics that you are most concerned with. If you're having difficulty understanding Latin inflections, they are something that you can take some time to focus on since they're important to understanding the meaning of Latin sentences. At the same time, if you have become proficient in an area such as common phrases, you and your private Latin mentor can skip over this.
Another great feature is that you can have your questions answered by an expert who knows the subject well. If you're confused by gendered nouns, you can ask your Latin instructor about it and get quality feedback. If you have a question about the history of the Latin language, this is also something that you can bring up. Asking these kinds of questions enables you to fill up knowledge gaps and solidify your understanding of the material.
In order to learn a new language, it's essential to receive quality feedback. Luckily, this is something that a Phoenix Latin tutor can provide you with. As you're learning the material, your Latin instructor can correct you if you slip up on anything. This prevents bad habits from forming and definitely isn't an advantage that you'd have if you were studying by yourself. Working with Phoenix Latin tutors can boost your sense of self-esteem by helping you reach for small educational objectives.They can give you encouragement by showing you the progress that you've made.
If you need tutoring to help you or your student prepare for a class, this is a great way to do that. Your student can prepare for high school Latin by working with a Latin instructor to review the basic material that they need to know. Likewise, you can prepare for college-level courses.
Phoenix Latin tutors can put together a study plan just for you, which addresses your educational needs. This gives you a structural framework for your Latin education and enables you and your Latin instructor to establish clear goals for you to work toward. This is a valuable way to keep you motivated. When you can reach small goals and look back at how far you've come, it can motivate you to keep moving forward.
Phoenix Latin tutoring is a great option if you are a curious and enthusiastic learner who wants to study a particular topic within the language. We welcome you regardless of your skill level. A private Latin mentor can also help your student if there's a long break coming up. This way, your student can use that time to prepare for their future. Another nice benefit is that you can gain a better idea of what your learning style is. You might find that you prefer listening to lectures rather than watching visual presentations. You could also find that certain study techniques work particularly well for you. It's important to know your learning style because you can use it in other areas of your education.
There are a couple of different options that you have when you get involved in Phoenix Latin tutoring. You can meet with your instructor online or in-person. If you choose the online method, you can use the Live Learning Platform. This platform includes a virtual whiteboard, a shared document editor, and a video chat. Another great advantage is that you can go back and watch sessions, which is a great tool if you're trying to remember something that your instructor previously told you. If you choose the in-person option, then you can meet up with your instructor in a public place, like the Burton Barr Central Library.
Keep in mind that Varsity Tutors can also get you set up with classes if you prefer to learn with a set of students rather to share ideas and gain insights. Please get in touch with one of our representatives if you feel that this would be a better option for you.
What do I need to do to get set up with a Phoenix Latin tutor near me?
If you feel that Phoenix Latin tutoring is a viable option for you or your student, please don't be shy about reaching out to Varsity Tutors as soon as possible. We're here to assist you with whatever it is that you need to build your knowledge of Latin. We understand that you have a busy life, which is why our representatives can find you a Phoenix Latin tutor with availability that fits your schedule. Feel free to get in touch to get set up with a tutor or to ask any questions that you have.
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