Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Ann Arbor, MI

...achievement in schools. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Eastern Michigan University, with certifications in both English teaching and software engineering, allowing me to offer a diverse tutoring portfolio from English, Communication, Social Studies, Math and Science. My tutoring is fueled by a client-centered approach, aiming to empower students by adapting to their unique learning needs and leveraging my extensive experience to foster an environment where they can thrive academically and...

...concepts that I've learned in class! I have tutored lots of people throughout my academic career, including students in grades below me, my own grade, but most importantly, myself. I think the most valuable skill that I could pass along to a student is the ability to become your own tutor by learning strategies to make complicated things seem simpler. I have to do this all the time as a college student and I would...

...University, in Ohio. I have taught courses both online and in traditional classroom settings. Those courses included Film, American Culture Studies, Speech Communication (which includes Public Speaking), and Popular Culture. Currently, I am an instructor for the Art Institutes. I have been with them for 7 years. In addition to my current teaching duties, I also give lectures in Art History. My research interests include Medical Sociology, Comparative Religion, Video Games, and Narratology. I am...

...I have worked in education for twenty-five years in the following positions: high school English teacher, college English faculty, ACT/SAT tutor, and Humanities & Essay Review tutor. While I have tutored a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, literature, and composition. My experience helping students to bridge the gap between their learning levels and their grade levels in reading and math has produced more confident students and increased academic ability. My...

...Bachelor's degree in Economics and Global Health Studies. I enjoy helping students in Mathematics and English and have experience tutoring students from 3rd to 5th grade in math. I strongly believe in building a strong foundation in a subject in order to develop the ability to utilize background knowledge to solve more complex problems and gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter. I really enjoy problem solving and working with students!

...continue teaching. My approach to helping students utilize their voice begins with an understanding of the context in which they're learning: what is the class's content? What are the assignment's expectations? Where are the strengths? Where are the weaknesses? How can we leverage the strengths to compensate for the weaknesses? And, maybe most importantly, what's the student's learning style? As for me, I received a Bachelor of Science in Writing from Grand Valley State University...

...studied abroad in Spain and worked in Spanish speaking environments (immigration law, ESL), and I love teaching language! I can help with conversational Spanish, beginner or advanced vocabulary acquisition, reading and writing, translation, and more specialized skills like business Spanish, literature studies, and academic writing in Spanish. I use Spanish every day in my work environment and in my personal life, meaning I am comfortable with professional legal Spanish at work and casual Spanish at...

...serving as a volunteer with my local historical societies. As a teacher I encourage and support the academic goals of all curious or hesitant learners. Pupils who begin to work with me can expect to enjoy their courses of study and to develop a love of learning. Whether working with students in elementary school or with college undergraduates, I always strive to make learning dynamic, vibrant and welcoming. My aim is to ensure that all...

...thesis in 20th century American Literature, and conducted research in the Michigan Chemistry Department. More specifically, I spent two years (and now my Masters degree) researching organometallic chemistry, and one year researching Chemistry Education. In that time, I was highly involved in the undergraduate education system: thinking about how chemistry is perceived, the accessibility of chemistry, and the best forms of communication style. With these experiences, my passion for education grew, and I learned how...

...Michigan University. Topics included English literature, writing, and reading. For Middle School topics included social studies and language arts. For High School it was literature, reading and grammar. And for College it was tutoring students in a variety of majors. Washington State University provided a Master's in teaching adults. Those teaching experiences have been the best of all worlds and the worst. The best experience for a teacher or tutor is being granted the opportunity...

Junior-standing student at the University of Michigan, enrolled in the college of engineering. Qualified to tutor in any math and science related subject.

...and ESL k-12. I have taught students from kindergarten through the university level. In addition to working in public and private schools, I have taught language classes at the community college and university level as an adjunct instructor. One great part of my job is to help students who think that learning a foreign language is IMPOSSIBLE discover how easy it can be when they understand language patterns, have the right tools, and the right...

...member of the Mosaic youth of Detroit. I obtained My Bachelor of Arts in Performing Arts Education from Marygrove College; this was a dual degree combined with the University of Detroit Mercy. Here I served as the pioneer for the program. Also, I was on the student board of appeals at Marygrove College. After Graduating I continued to work at Marygrove as a school administrator in Financial Services. I have been married for six years....

...men, bridges, and villages that populate the world around me. Through my teaching of writing, as well as my own writing and reading, I delve into the hearts of many different souls, each with a perspective that I do not have. My purpose in teaching writing, speaking, acting, literature, and humanities is to draw that individual perspective out of each student who comes to me to learn. Writing, as well as acting and public speaking,...

...English, math and science.Also I can teach native Arabic speakers and French and Spanish for beginners. As a teacher, I am driven to help students reach their academic goals by providing them with the time and support they need. The learning process is one that requires both the motivated learner and the dedicated instructor. With the teaching experience and the knowledge I have acquired, I would like to provide a suitable platform and environment for...

...variety of subjects, but especially literature, history, and math. As a teacher, I always focus on meeting students where they're at and providing them with what the tools they, personally, need to succeed. When it comes to test preparation specifically, I like to cut to the chase very quickly to determine what students most need help with, be it subject knowledge, time management, or an ability to recognize patterns in the 'tricks' that test writers...

...the country! I am passionate about working with students to specifically satisfy their personal needs. No student is exactly the same, and it is imperative for educators and students to establish a system of trust and create a positive educational experience together. I'm very calm, patient, and open-minded. I have experience with a large range of age groups in a large range of subjects. I've worked in classrooms of ESL elementary students, middle school students,...

...master's degree. Teachers and professors cannot cater classes to every individual student and so very often people miss out on information that puts them behind and they struggle to catch up. I try to bridge that gap between what they know and what they should know and try and keep explanations as simple and relatable as possible. I also believe in connecting with tutees as friends so that the tutoring experience is more relaxed than...

I believe that teaching is about engaging the mind. It is about introducing students to conceptual frameworks with which they can, in profound way, understand, master, and incorporate educational concepts and strategies in productive ways. In short, for me, teaching is about challenging and inspiring students to think critically.

...and now love life in Detroit. I would love to team up with you to help you feel confident and excited about your academic endeavors. I earned a B.A. in Politics from Fairfield University in Connecticut, and have years of writing experience. Most recently, I helped write Requests For Proposals in the corporate world, and before that I relished writing the news for a news radio and TV show. Excited to work with you and...