Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Catalina Foothills, AZ

...know the English language inside and out! I have been working as a private tutor for two years now. I also spent a semester volunteering with a volunteer based organization which focuses on helping Elementary school children who are reading below grade level get caught up and have worked as a writing tutor for about one year now. As you can tell, my specialty is English and writing, but I have also had great success...

...you, and hope to help you succeed in overcoming whatever difficulties you may have. As for my background, I have been tutoring since high school. I have extensive experience tutoring in math, both as a private tutor and with a company. My BA (University of Arizona) and M. Phil. (Trinity College Dublin) degrees are respectively in Creative Writing and in English, and as such, I have a strong background in those subjects as well, which...

...love for teaching. In elementary school I would come home in the afternoon and 'play school' with my stuffed animals, creating and grading worksheets for them. Throughout school, I continued to take every opportunity to assist friends and classmates. Now, in graduate school, I have had the opportunity for training in teaching strategies and philosophy, as well as hands-on work assistant teaching undergraduate psychology courses. I find that I am best at teaching test taking...

...Philosophy. I was accepted to Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley, UPenn, and NYU Law Schools. I most enjoy tutoring subjects that are distinctively analytical, like the LSAT, philosophy, and logic. I think these subjects are a unique challenge to teach because students only develop the necessary skill if they are able critically think through the problems at hand. I thus do my best to guide my students thinking processes, rather than tell them the answers. I...

In and out of the classroom, I have always loved to write, read, and think critically about the subjects that captivate my mind - poetry, religion, gender, language. I really enjoy sharing my love of learning with others, especially the younger generation just beginning to explore their academic and personal interests! I specialize in Spanish (from beginner to AP level), and Critical Reading and Writing. I am looking forward to working with you!

...been moving around as a military spouse so I have been subbing and tutoring. I am originally from Memphis, TN, but I have lived in South Carolina, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Arizona. Moving around has given me a chance to meet many different students from all types of backgrounds and has helped me learn to focus on getting to know my students quickly so that I can best meet their individual needs and help them achieve...

I am passionate and committed to education.

I am a dedicated educator who believes every learner is unique and able in specific ways. I strive to engage learners so that the experience is engaging and positive.

...minoring in history. I plan to continue my education with an masters in business. I have years of experience tutoring middle school students in Algebra, science, history and english. I also have experience working with high school students preparing them for exams and working with students to create a well written paper. I believe that tutoring should be interactive. The best way to learn is by trial and error along with repetition and practice. When...

...while I taught. I have written, and will have produced for worldwide audiences, four movies, three of which incorporate history and historical events into the plot and story arc. I have traveled the world in search of historical and geographic knowledge, choosing places of historic or geographic significance to travel to and enjoy. As a result, I incorporate all my experiences into my presentation in class, not just my subject knowledge. Real world experience to...

...of languages- especially in the realm of learning and teaching techniques. I also have an Associates Degree in Intelligence Studies and Technologies through my training and experience in the military. I am currently finishing my Bachelors Degree in Middle Eastern Studies, which focus in International Relations courses as well as History, Religion, Geography, and the impact of regional conflicts. Once I am finished with this program, I plan on moving on to law school and...

...for elementary students in Math, Phonics, and Reading Comprehension. I love teaching and tutoring English Language Arts to students of all age levels. It is a joy to watch students move from planning a writing assignment to publishing it in a final draft! It is fun to ask students questions about their writing, help them edit their work, and offer words of encouragement. I learned fun and dynamic grammar and writing strategies when I taught...

...solving physical problems using mathematical modeling. During my undergraduate education, I was employed as a physics tutor, assisting students with physics and mathematics coursework, where I honed skills in conveying information effectively to students at all levels. I also served as a teaching assistant, providing instruction in the use of telescopes and related lab equipment. I also have experience in the instruction of student musical ensembles, and can maintain a professional and productive learning environment....

...of the Torrey Honors Institute. As an undergrad I studied an overview of the Great Books literature of the west (from the ancient Greek philosophers to pre-modern writers). Some of my favorite authors are British. I've had experience teaching in public and private school settings, elementary through high school. I'm currently homeschooling my two kids and have daily experience in motivating and encouraging students to learn. With questions, patience and a sense of humor, I'm...

...being an Academic Skills Tutor at the Think Tank at the University of Arizona and being a Writer's Lab & Content Tutor at the Strategic Alternative Learning Techniques Center at the University of Arizona. I tutor psychology, sociology, English, history, geography, and religious studies. My favorite subject to tutor is psychology or English. I favor psychology because it is remarkably easy for the student to make a connection between the material and their own personal...

...and implementation of inspiring hands-on lessons, employing wide-ranging manipulatives and IEPs to enhance student achievement. I am skilled in addressing student needs and ensuring students will thrive and develop in an adaptable educational atmosphere. My greatest strength is in relationship building with students to gain their respect and trust which encourages them to feel safe to take academic and interpersonal risks for growth and success. I possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to develop excellent...

...I worked as a writing and social sciences tutor at the University of Arizona's SALT (Strategic Alternative Learning Technologies) Center serving primarily students with learning disabilities. As far as my career goes (see my resume for more details), a tour of my recent writings demonstrates my adept ability to command research and narration across genre lines, from analyzing the convergence of U.S. foreign policy and immigration in Guatemala, published in Yes! Magazine this past June...

...learning interests me to no end. I have my BA in journalism from the University of Arizona and my MFA in Creative Writing from Goddard College. Writing and reading are my main vocations and past times, though I have had about every kind of job you can think of! My real world experience enables me to incorporate compassion and understanding for all students. I would love to help you find your way through an essay...

...moved to Nicaragua where I taught 6th graders at the American Nicaraguan School (Colegio Americano) Language Arts. During my time in Nicaragua, I also tutored individuals and groups on writing, textual analysis, SAT/GRE prep and other subjects related to literature and the social sciences. After teaching in Nicaragua, I moved to Syria where I taught ESL classes to Syrians at the American Language Center in Damascus. As seems pretty evident, I love to travel and...

...teaching and researching in Latin America. I am eager to work with students to help them achieve their personal goals and realize their full intellectual potential. I am fluent in Spanish and have taught students in Peru. I also published peer reviewed papers in Spanish. In addition to Spanish language skills, I am also an experienced and published writer. My papers have appeared in high profile venues like the Proceedings of the National Academies of...