
Hayley: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...lessons that are tailored for each of my students. As both a classroom teacher and a tutor, I have gained invaluable experience about how to help students, all the while learning so much about life from my students themselves. Besides tutoring, I make my living writing content professionally for several ed tech companies. Outside of work, I love to hike and play with my dog. I am a huge traveler and am very thankful to...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelors, Anthropology

Patrick: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds on writing, reading, humanities, and test preparation. I'm a PhD student in Modern European History at Rutgers University, and I recently did an exchange year at the Ecole Normale Superieure in Paris. I have 8 years of experiencing in tutoring and previously worked for the Educational Testing Service in test development for the SAT, PSAT and pre-AP English exams.
Education & Certification
Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, History
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Doctor of Philosophy, European History

Lacey: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...every child deserves an equal opportunity to learn and is entitled to a safe and fun learning experience. As an educator I will strive to create a safe and fun learning environment while still meeting the requirements of the state of Tennessee. Three elements I find beneficial in my classroom are, (1) The teacher acting as a guide, (2) allowing the child's natural curiosity to direct his/her learning, and (3) promoting respect for all things...
Education & Certification
University of Memphis - Bachelors, Education

William: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...work one-to-one with students of all ages. Over the past thirty years, I have assisted thousands of adult students prepare for the SAT/ACT/GED assessments, improve cognition and time management skills, better relate to instructional materials at all levels, become more proficient academic and business writers, as well as better perform in math, English and science subjects. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my five grandchildren and taking in new movies.
Education & Certification
Samford University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
University of Memphis - Doctor of Education, Adult and Continuing Education

Cayleigh: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...have a huge passion for Civil War cultural and social history. I enjoy history from all time periods and countries and love to continually learn new information. All of my programs have given me a great deal of experience in culture, society and politics as well as technical writing. I always continue to research and write about history. I enjoy writing both creatively and technically as it is a form of communication and in such...
Education & Certification
University of Wyoming - Bachelor in Arts, Fine Arts
Arizona State University - Master of Arts, Liberal Arts

Matthew: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...accurately prepare for their future. I highly believe that every student is different and very rarely take the same approach to two students, as they're rarely alike. Their interests, ideas, ways of thinking and operational abilities all vary and I always make sure to assess what's best for the student first. I have to get to know them and introduce them to strategies best suited for their learning, which in turn changes their work from...
Education & Certification
Morehouse College - Bachelors, English/Journalism

Tulip: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...of reading quickly spread to her. Since then, I have tutored and taught students of all ages, from elementary students to adults, and one of my biggest passions is spreading the love of reading and writing to everyone I meet. I have a degree in English Literature from University of Virginia. I have a strong background in formal teaching methods (2 years teaching high school English in Texas, 1 year teaching 4th grade reading in...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English

Brennan: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...goals. Students learn best when taught how to teach themselves. When students learn how to research and solve their own problems the world really opens up to them. I enjoy Role-Playing Games, Art, Video Games, Movies, Painting, Podcasts, Books, Comics. I love playing with different mediums and seeing what kind of things I can create. I think the role of self-expression in the individual is amazingly important. I have tutored Math and Art before mostly....
Education & Certification
Memphis College of Art - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Illustration

Karen: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
Education is one of the keys toward having a fulfilling life. The effort that goes into it is recouped after it has grown with you. It gives you a foundation. It will be a part of your past and your personal history.
Education & Certification
Mississippi University for Women - Bachelor of Science, Social Studies Teacher Education
University of Memphis - Master of Arts, Architectural History and Criticism

Barbara: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...and all the wonders that accompany it. Through my years of experience, I have developed strategies to help students improve in areas of concern in order to attain their academic goals. My wish is for all of my students to love learning, too. Whether a student wants to prepare for the ACT, improve reading comprehension, or develop successful test taking strategies, I can help him or her develop the tools necessary for success.... I am an...
Education & Certification
University of Memphis - Bachelors, English
University of Memphis - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction

Chad: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
I am a third year student at the University of Memphis studying biomedical engineering, but in my free time I enjoy a variety of hobbies including running, kayaking, climbing, violin, guitar, and singing with my two younger sisters. This year I was the assistive devices intern at LeBonhuer Children's hospital customizing everyday items for kids with special needs. Previously, I have privately tutored different students in topics from paper editing to differential equations.... Make the material...
Education & Certification
University of Memphis - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering

Deqa: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...and would frequently tutor on the side while in school. I did not know how much I loved teaching until I spent a semester at an elementary school in Florida and got to work with the most passionate third graders I had ever met. It was there that I built an entire curriculum for three students where the objective was to encourage and show the importance of reading and writing in everyday life as well...
Education & Certification
University of North Florida - Bachelor in Arts, English

Anya: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...interaction should strengthen all participants' understandings of the knowledge process. I also believe learning is a process that is not linear. As a complex and sometimes difficult process, teaching and learning should involve lots of evaluation and individual assessment. The strategy we begin will probably not be the one we end with. Learning should be exciting and rewarding, and as someone who loves to broaden my intellect, I enjoy sharing the experience even more.
Education & Certification
Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Anthropology

Jordan: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...to learn for themselves as I believe that critical thinking skills and the ability to research are key to creating a promising academic future. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Memphis and will be entering a PhD program for Psychology in Fall 2019. I am currently an English as a Second Language teacher online for children and believe that technology can be used to greatly enhance the learning process....
Education & Certification
University of Memphis - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Maggie: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...math, writing, English, and science to students in elementary, middle, and high school. When I tutor, I'm hoping to empower students to think and analyze to find their own solutions. I don't want to show them the right way to do things, but rather the right way for THEM to do things. Our brains work differently, and we find the same right answers in different ways! Like your typical millennial, I enjoy traveling, but I've...
Education & Certification
Rhodes College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Todd: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...My ACT scores were a product of hours of study, and my grades were something that took consistent systems and discipline. Some subjects come naturally to me, and I've always been into Politics & Government. My greatest assets are technical and upper level writing, Political Science, Government, English and even some public speaking for any students in Oral Comm classes. My papers in Comparative Politics have been acknowledged for their quality by top professors in...
Education & Certification
Arkansas State University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Erin : Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...process, financial aid, competitive scholarships, the FAFSA, military enlistment, technical schools, and test prep for the ACT, ASVAB, and LSAT (she herself received a 170 on the LSAT and the SAT equivalent of a 33 on the ACT). The post-secondary process is complex, posing financial, academic, and logistical barriers to students attempting to continue their education. All students deserve support in accessing post-secondary pathways that fit their skills, goals, and needs, whether those pathways are...
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Covenant College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Union University - Masters in Education, English

Jonathan: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...just complete the work -- many assignments are lengthy, and in many cases, completing the entire assignment with a tutor is expensive and a waste of time. Instead, tutoring sessions should focus on leaving the student with the tools necessary to complete their assignments themselves, as well as tests and quizzes that the tutor won't be present for. For this to happen, sometimes explicit instruction is necessary, but more often than not, the best thing...
Education & Certification
University of Memphis - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Memphis - Master of Arts, English - ESL

Kenneth: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
...much you know till they know how much you care." I believe that we not only have the obligation to impart knowledge, but also show we care about the student's future. Every student has the potential to do great things. We as teachers have to find the way to bring that out. By differentiating our instruction based on the student's need, we can help each one be successful in education and in life.... My teaching philosophy...
Education & Certification
Freed Hardeman University - Bachelors, Theology
Missouri State University-Springfield - Current Grad Student, Education

Ayana: Memphis Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Memphis, TN
"The only purpose of education is to teach a student how to live his lifeby developing his mind and equipping him to deal with reality. The training he needs is theoretical, i.e., conceptual. He has to be taught to think, to understand, to integrate, to prove." -Ayn Rand
Education & Certification
University of Memphis - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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