Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Detroit, MI

...Masters degree in urban planning. I've lived in Mexico, Spain, France and Quebec, and have been tutoring children and adults in both languages since 2006. I've been primarily an English tutor, and that work has involved helping students and people in a wide variety of situations, such as tutoring teenagers in Spain in beginning English, European children whose parents are residing here and need to attend our schools, foreign businessmen and women who want to...

...the Detroit area. Subbing has been a fantastic learning opportunity for me and has taught me much about becoming a better teacher. While I am comfortable tutoring in many different subjects, my primary passion has always been for History, English, and Literature. I find the most effective tutoring style is to break down the problem into its simplest parts and then build it back up in a more easily understandable way. I have always loved...

...drama major with a special passion for mathematics. I've worked in Hollywood as a screenplay analyst, and I can tell you firsthand how good writing and historical know-how are important in the ever-expanding creative economy of the 21st century. And of course math! You can never have too much math! I take pride in defying stereotypes and proving that creative people can also be good at math! I have a great sense of humor, experience...

...all subject areas. I also competed on the Moot Court team. Since graduation, I have served as a coach and mentor in many different capacities: for three years, I served as a assistant director of a nonprofit where I regularly trained 75 different community leaders to effectively communicate on local issues, and for the past five years, I've served as the coordinator for New Moon Girl Media's Sister to Sister mentor program, where I work...

...learn the tools they need to absorb new information and thrive. I was lucky enough to have teachers who understood the goals of teaching, such as teaching skills before facts, and presenting students with a variety of methods to succeed. Due to the hard work of my teachers and professors, I gained a Masters in History and graduated undergrad with two majors in three and a half years. I was on the dean's list every...

...in instructional design, strategic development, and effective communication, enabling me to significantly improve student 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...

...(Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Before teaching and working in the social service/work field, I received a BA from the University of Michigan (Psychology/Sociology). I am currently attending Strayer University to obtain a Masters Degree in Business Administration. In addition to my professional and educational background, I have published three books as well; all focusing on relationship building, education, family matters, history, and social matters. I enjoy traveling, reading, writing, and the outdoors.

...the University of Michigan and a law degree from Fordham University School of Law. In law school, I served as an associate editor for a law journal and wrote briefs for the moot court board. During my 27 year legal career, I've written hundreds of legal briefs, half a dozen legal articles, and even a traditionally-published mystery novel. I also maintain a blog on my website. I enjoy sharing my passions with others, so for...

...English at home. Later of course I learnt Italian and then I studied Latin, French in high school as well. I've always been passionate about learning languages, and when I was into something, learning was easy for me and I enjoyed it. I graduated from the University of Innsbruck (Austria) with a MA in English and a minor in Spanish. After graduating, I worked in linguistic research and then decided to get a TEFL certificate...

...college prep high school in Detroit, and Wayne State University, where I graduated in 2012 with a degree in Film Production. I am a filmmaker with an interest in teaching and interacting with youth. I am very friendly but expect high effort and a positive attitude. In my eyes, every student has the ability to accomplish whatever goals they set their minds to as long as they work hard and push through obstacles. I specialize...

...from Wayne State University. Attending school in Detroit for six years has allowed me to explore public health topics such as health disparities, health equities, and its impact on health and medicine, and I am so excited to further pursue these topics as a physician. My first experience of "tutoring" was in 3rd grade when a friend asked me to edit her essay for English class; since then, I have edited hundreds of essays and...

...Teaching English. In May 2015, I will graduate with my Masters in Educational Studies from the University of Michigan. I am passionate about teaching students to become critical readers and writers who use their communication skills to reach their goals and connect with others. I have over seven years of tutoring experience and have tutored students in reading and writing from middle school to the graduate level. While teaching English is my passion, I've also...

...In college, I tutored biology, general chemistry and English and worked for three years as a teaching assistant helping students with biology, anatomy and physiology. It was through these experiences that I found I was passionate about teaching, and through my English coursework I found I was passionate about research. Upon graduation, I worked in clinical research in a private rheumatology practice, where my team worked on ground-breaking clinical drug trials and ultimately delivered new,...

...was employed as a tutor by the University's athletics program to tutor athletes in math and science 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.

I have been teaching in the education field for seventeen years and I really enjoy it. I also have four children of my own whom I get a chance to really enjoy now that I work from home.... My teaching philosophy is to always help the student, even if it involves giving extra time. Many students learn by modeling and doing. Learning does not always have to be verbal.... In a typical first session with a...

...a teacher models the ideas, skills and behaviors that they wish their students to gain. I believe a teacher with a comprehensive approach to teaching by incorporating multiple styles of learning and technologies can encourage learning and engagement effectively in the classroom. The words below briefly describe what I believe a teacher should seek to cultivate in themselves, so that in turn their students can develop the same qualities in themselves. Knowledge, Curiosity, Literacy, Professionalism,...

I am currently attending the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, studying English, Creative Writing, and Screen Arts and Cultures. As a tutor, I have helped students in K-12 improve their reading and writing skills. I am a writer myself, so I am passionate about helping students develop their creative and academic writing skills. I am a strong believer in interactive arts based learning, so my teaching style encompasses both visual and conversational approaches.

...skills at baseline and discuss methods of problem-solving to identify the most comfortable approaches for the student to use. I specialize in the following subjects within arithmetic: Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra II, Elementary-Middle School Math, Pre-calculus, and Calculus AB. I have tutored Pre-Algebra and Algebra for 10 years and have helped with reading comprehension and writing for grades K-12 for 8 years. From calculus to writing, I am here to help all students in need!

...the writing center at Wayne State University and professor of undergraduate and graduate courses in the English department and Interdisciplinary studies. My professional and teaching experiences has given me the opportunity to work with a diverse range of students-from students in the nursing field, the radiology department, STEM, English, and beyond. I am also a chair or member of diverse committees at Wayne State University dedicated to student support, reading and writing initiatives, inclusivity and...

I am recent graduate from The University of Michigan with a bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering. My goals are to educate the next generations of Engineers, Scientists, and Mathematicians.