Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Charter Township of Clinton, MI

...to me. When I'm not tutoring German I'm usually reading. I have a passion for literature of all kinds, and once I get talking about a good book it's hard for me to stop! Another hobby of mine is music, I play bass guitar and clarinet in my free time. I hope to be a...

Knowledge is power. This is very true. And the more knowledge one has, the more power they obtain. My goal, as a tutor, is to take this knowledge I have and transfer it to someone else. Thus, creating a very powerful environment.

...a job interview: “Why do you want to teach?” and “What do you hope to accomplish?” I could easily say something about wanting to “wake the student up," “broaden their horizons,” or some variant thereof. Every teacher wants to do those things. When we use those sorts of hackneyed phrases without considering what they mean,...

I love reading and would love to share that passion with you. I hope that my time as your tutor would be fun and extremely helpful for your learning. I also test well and can help you learn about standardized tests and how to succeed on test day.

...kayaking and hiking. In addition, I had the chance to travel as an international expedition guide in Central American and Africa with high school students, with a focus on history, anthropology, writing, and sociology. Five years ago I became a middle school classroom teacher in San Francisco, CA, specializing in English and history. I spent...

...or Georgetown in the fall. I am a strong test taker and also a former journalist! I am ready to help you tackle essays, improve test-taking, and make schoolwork seem less daunting. As someone who received tutoring myself, I know what kind of help students desire hopefully I can bring that to you!

...that patience, understanding, and creativity are the key to a successful session! Each student is different and deserves a unique approach from the instructor. I got my bachelor's in English and International Economics from Wagner College, and my law degree from the University of Michigan. I tutor a variety of subjects in the humanities, including...

...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...

...focus on Russian language. Additionally, I have completed 60 credits of graduate education at Harvard University, and plan to write my thesis and finish my degree this year. During my undergraduate studies, I completed a certificate course for teaching ESL/TESOL, and began my tutoring career with three students: one native Spanish speaker and two Punjabi...

Together, we can! I enjoy learning and teaching others because knowledge is power. What do you want to be powerful in today?

...and a minor in Art History (GPA of 3.96). Conducted research in analytical chemistry under faculty supervision. Published article in exhibit catalogue for Art History Capstone experience. Worked as a supplemental instructor (a tutor-like position) for the university in General Chemistry II. I plan to attend graduate school and earn a PhD in a biomedical...

...in fiction/nonfiction, poetry, and journaling. I have held numerous writing positions such as a blog writer for CIEE, a content writer for Better Content Matters, and a volunteer I pursued my undergraduate degree at Oakland University and received a double major in Communication and English. As a member of Oakland University's honors college, I worked...

...would talk with my peers about their feelings towards specific ideas. I, like many others, struggled to reach the core of myself. It is the part that any person needs when generating their own ideas and discussing their unique perspective. Not only do I want my students to understand each other, but I want them...

...the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. I have a total of 7 years of tutoring and teaching experience with students ages toddler through college sophomores. My tutoring philosophy is that the only difference between easy and hard is understanding, and I plan to give my students the ability to independently understand content information while developing...

...until 2023. I hold a Master's in Educational Policy from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor's in Spanish from Michigan State University. I have 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...

...classes. I have a great passion in helping others grasp foreign concepts, particularly younger children. I want to bring to them the same type of great education that I received growing up. I feel as though my time tutoring both Michigan athletes and younger students in underprivileged communities will allow me thrive at Varsity Tutors.

My name is Holly Sirka and I am an English and theatre teacher to middle school and high school students. I love reading, writing, hanging with my husband, playing with my puppy Pippa, shopping with my sister, going to museums, seeing plays through local theaters, and trying new restaurants.... My teaching philosophy is that learning requires 200% effort; 100% effort from the teacher, 100% effort from the student. Everyone can learn- we just have to understand...

...algorithm bias, and being anti-racist in education: such as decolonizing Art History, ensuring cultural competency in business management and uniform equitable accessibility to the rule of law through our legal justice system. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree double majoring in Genetic Engineering and Art with a minor in Mathematics from the University of...

...importance of every moment I have with my students. Every lesson, interaction, assessment, project, and class discussion has the potential to bring each student one step closer to achieving their goals. When I do see my students achieve the success they seek, it is a profound moment, as these individuals commonly overcome academic and personal...

Hi there! I earned my PhD in English (a specialization in Writing and Rhetoric) this year and have tutored grade 6 students to graduate students in all aspects of writing and language arts. In addition, I have tutored ACT and SAT prep extensively. I look forward to meeting you!