Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Goodyear, AZ

...the first step to success with tutoring is to work together to set clear expectations. This lets us work toward the same goal, and makes it simple to set milestones to get there. Any problem area in any subject can be broken into smaller and smaller pieces, until suddenly you realize there was never a...

...entry-level scientist/analyst, which essentially means I did A LOT of computer programming. I worked on the following projects: Galileo, Cassini, IRAF, UBV White-Dwarf Sky Survey, and NICMOS on the HST. However, while working on those projects I quickly discovered that my lifelong dream of being an astronaut was not really what I wanted to do....

I'm Annelisa, originally from Phoenix, Arizona. I recently graduated from Yale University, where I studied art and its interactions with political journalism and science. I'm happy to tutor on a wide range of subjects, especially writing, college application, and the SAT!... How a student learns is a very personal process - what's best is to creatively adapt to what works well, as per the philosophy of educational pioneers like Maria Montessori.

...disorder. The subjects I tutor are varied, but I focus on statistics and mathematics through pre-calculus along with test preparation and essay writing. I am also available to tutor psychology and German (beginner- and intermediate-level). Although I enjoy helping students improve in all subjects, I find that tutoring for standardized tests offers particularly rewarding experiences...

...basic French. I tutored algebra in high school and I learned how to speak French from the people I interacted with during a ten month student exchange in Belgium. My favorite of these subjects is math and I enjoy tutoring it the most because it is one of the subjects that I find the most...

All are capable of learning new and wonderful information. My calling in life is to assist those who desire to learn by listening to where they are and understanding where they would like to go. ... Encouraging and rewarding the student's independent research and verbalization of their thoughts will stimulate independence in the learning process.... Attempt a different approach in relaying the information, while keeping in mind the student's learning style.

...in a variety of grades K-8. I taught 5th grade gifted for 7 years and have enjoyed working with many ages of students. Many of my students enter the local IB program, and it is my responsibility to ensure they are prepared. My past students have attained many scholarships and are across the country in...

...members reach a "superior" level of language proficiency. As a Flagship member, I have participated in special Flagship classes, weekly tutoring, and a two-month summer study. For my Flagship capstone, I am preparing to study for a year abroad at Tianjin Normal University in China. In addition to Chinese, I am also passionate about English....

...junior at Arizona State University double majoring in Journalism and Mass Communication, and Criminology and Criminal Justice. I am also working toward a minor in Film Studies. Alongside my education, I am currently an English tutor during the active ASU academic semesters. I am very confident and comfortable in my English, writing, and literature skills.

...into the meat of a topic, helping the student along the way if need be. It is also crucial to be patient and understanding when a student is struggling with a concept, since this is conducive to the student's learning. I am currently in the process of obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in pure...

...enjoy helping those around me. Anatomy and science courses are my favorite to tutor, as I use them every day and find them very interesting. I tutor various levels of math, English, writing, and science, and like to let students contribute insight on the areas they need help with, and I provide feedback and knowledge...

...in the local culture, and traveled throughout China. During the summer before my sophomore year of college, I was awarded a Chinese Flagship study abroad scholarship and took 400-level Chinese courses at National Taiwan University. I can read and write with both traditional and simplified characters. Tutoring has given me many wonderful opportunities to engage...

...been and will continue to be proactive, involving the cultivation of a positive rapport with the students, creation of positive and safe learning environment and a high emphasis on the content of the material. When the students are provided with comprehensive activities that are interactive, culturally significant and meaningful to everyday life, they are more...

...University), and for seminar and summer arrangements at both Oxford and Cambridge as well as an all-female graduate school in Pakistan. I have worked for ACT in vetting prospective passages, questions and response options for future iterations of Reading Comprehension exams. At Arizona State, I achieved tenure, saw my monograph Memory, Nationalism and Narrative in...

One thing I've learned in my years as a student is that very few people learn material in the same way or at the same pace. This is why I love tutoring! A student must be given the tools they need to learn in whichever way is most beneficial for them.

...is my main passion in the realm of teaching. And as a Latin teacher, I see reading and writing Latin to be an effective learning method, but even more so, learning to speak the language as a living language (and trust me, it is a living language! If you don't believe me, then come study...

...with a TESOL certification and over 15 years of experience teaching English globally. I'm a patient and supportive tutor who makes learning comfortable and helps students build confidence at their own pace. I work with Arizona State University's K-12 Step Up Tutor program while seeking additional tutoring roles. Additionally, I'm currently a candidate for ASU's...

...and also currently teach AP Language and Composition and American Literature. I am excited to work with students who have diverse abilities and interests. My most rewarding tutoring experience has been working with international students who come to the United States to study and learn English. I believe I can help with all areas of...

...and I enjoy what I learn from their perspectives. Learning can be engaging and fun when students are encouraged to share their thoughts and ideas in an academic environment. My favorite response to students is, "What's your source?" and then having them find more sources to back up their answers becomes a fun exercise. I...

...support throughout my many teaching and tutoring roles. With over a decade of tutoring experience, I have worked with students of various ages and skill levels. I take pride in helping my students build academic confidence and achieve marked improvements in their grades. I enjoy creating individualized lesson plans and providing ongoing support, ensuring each...