Award-Winning Literature Tutors in Atlanta, GA

...setting cannot provide. One of the most rewarding parts of being a teacher is seeing a student overcome the challenges he/she is facing and become confident as he/she sees her grades getting better and better. I enjoy spending time with my three sons (ages 5, 7 and 13) swimming, playing sports and reading. I love to run, exercise, hike and travel. In college, I studied in Ecuador and Costa Rica. I have also traveled to...

...strong interest in discussions and debate. Modern history, current events, military affairs and public policy are keen interests of mine. At university, I attained degrees in history, teaching English as a second language and educational administration. Close to my affinity for learning is my love for sports: golf, tennis, biking and the active life. People describe me as learned, friendly, witty and compassionate. Learning with laughter, participation and purpose is my basic approach to education....

Hello, my name is Leah, and I graduated with a Master's degree in teaching high school English from the University of South Carolina. My passion is working with students on Reading and Writing in order for their literacy skills will become a powerful asset. I believe in using a variety of texts and strategies to cater to individual student needs and make learning relevant to each student.

...comprehension that helps them not only understand critical passages, but also real-world materials. I think in English classes, we assume that students do always get the main idea, but as I keep teaching, I realize that reading critically is a skill we must work on. I am constantly sharpening my skills in helping students become better readers, and I am excited about the prospects of working with new students, as they help me learn even...

...I taught middle school for 10 years, high school for two years, and adults for three. Classes I've taught or tutored include: Algebra, American History, American Government, Psychology, Reading, Georgia Studies, World Geography, 20th Century History, Computers, Literature, Mythology, Poetry, Shakespeare, Civics, Economics, Improvisation, Speech and Debate, Physical Fitness, ESL, Conversation, Writing, Technical English, and Test Preparation. I've worked with those who struggle to learn and the gifted in need of challenges. I have a...

...studying poetry and religions. I have an extensive background in writing that includes long essays and creative pieces. I also grew up speaking some Spanish at home, as well as taking over ten years of Spanish classes in school. I hope to become totally fluent someday, so I sharpen my skills with DuoLingo daily. Writing is my true passion, and my goal is to help empower others to be able to use this skill. I...

...Writing, History and Literature. I started learning French when I was seven years old, and continued it through high school. I have done a six-month intensive French exchange in Switzerland, where no English was spoken. I have also volunteered in France on several organic farms. I love to travel and learn new languages and cultures so I tackled Russian in college. I spent a month in Siberia and a semester in St. Petersburg. My degree...

I went to Riverwood Charter School in Sandy Springs and while there focused on English, French, History and Art in the International Baccalaureate program. Now I'm majoring in Chemical Engineering at Georgia Tech and focusing more on sciences and math. I have a large range of experience in multiple subjects, including test preparation, science, and math- as well as ballet.

I'm an engineering student at GA Tech and I'm tutoring because I love working with others to understand things that I know myself. And through teaching, I find that I understand things all the better. During my time off, I enjoy keeping healthy, reading, and watching various kinds of shows from documentaries to TV series to anime. ... Working patiently with people until they make progress in understanding the subject. Understanding things can be really hard...

...for as long as I can remember, and I believe that every child deserves the chance to succeed academically. I graduated from Williams College with a degree in history. Next summer, I will matriculate at Mount Sinai Medical School in New York City. I began tutoring elementary and middle school students while in high school. We worked on math, science, social studies, and English. During college, I spent a month as a teacher's assistant in...

...become independent and critically-minded thinkers. I do this by creating a challenging yet entertaining learning environment. With a strong academic background in government, history, economics and literature, I understand the challenges my students face in each subject. Having also worked as a personal trainer, I learned what it takes to motivate my clients physically and mentally. Though academia is more tweed than tube socks, I still employ the same enthusiastic approach when tutoring to ensure...

...that my students were in and realized that I could improve upon them greatly, if I could just make the subject matter interesting and relatable. For the past two years, I have been teaching Interpretation of Literature and Creative Writing Workshop to undergraduate students. I am proud to say that my student evaluations were consistently positive. I have a deep love for literature and writing that I am excited to share with students. I can...

...Relations and Middle Eastern/South Asian Studies. I love history, politics, and travel, as well as anything outdoors. I believe learning is really a process of finding passion within your studies. When tutoring both in the US and in India, I did my best to make each subject as new and interesting as possible for my students. As a student myself, I understand how hard it can be to focus on a topic you don't like!

...about a student so that I can customize my teaching techniques to correspond with their interests. I have taught students in the "No Child Left Behind Program" in the subject areas of reading, grammar, writing, algebra and math. In the business world I have also taught business finance and real estate courses. I believe that all children are capable of improving academically provided the instructor can find the best way to customize lesson plans to...

...a tough grader with high expectations, but I firmly believe in not "lowering the bar". I use my high standards as a driving force towards accomplishment and success. Students come to me for my expertise, but leave me realizing that they themselves are the integral voice in their own work. This transpires in an exchange that is both dialogical and balanced. We work together to cultivate beneficial critical thought. My ultimate pedagogical goal is to...

...students in South Korea. I know that teaching and tutoring will always be a part of my life and aspire to ultimately work as a doctor who trains incoming medical students. My former students say that I am talented at explaining difficult concepts in easy terms and at making learning enjoyable. As a tutor, I pride myself in putting in a lot of time outside of the tutoring session to prepare for each student's individual...

...to tutor children of all ages and academic capabilities, ranging from kindergarten to college students. I graduated with a BA in English from Boston University Summa Cum Laude, where I also earned a place in the top 5% of my major. Writing is my passion, and I am eager to help every student improve his or her essay writing abilities. No matter what subject a student is interested in, the ability to write with clarity...

...University and my MDiv at Interdenominational Theological Center. I am the author of six books, a folk artist, and a happily married mother. I am an advocate for education, a believer of promoting self-confidence and creativity within others, and a motivational enthusiast. My goal is to help enlighten students by instilling a love of learning that will foster future academic and lifelong success. I have a passion for education and helping students through the learning...

...Social Studies and Math. My teaching style uses what the students are interested in and goes from there. I try to think of problems and examples that students can relate to and that will benefit them as opposed to outdated and uninteresting examples. I will work as hard as the student, but as such I expect my students to work hard or else they will not see results. Though I think students are responsible for...

...love to share that passion with others. This inspired me to begin a career in education. After studying at Emory University for several years, I transferred to Kennesaw State University to complete a degree in Middle Grades Education. While my academic focus has been on social studies and language arts for middle school students, I also enjoy teaching science and art. While tutoring, I maintain a positive, authoritative demeanor and engage students using research-proven motivation...