Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Memphis, TN

...die without books. Writing and reading take us to far away lands; help us connect by learning from relationships between characters; teach us how to express our thoughts and dreams; simultaneously help us escape from the real world and learn how how to improve it; and teach us how to communicate. I love helping people dig into these subjects, and I hope that some of my passion rubs off along the way.

As a longtime writing teacher, one of my greatest joys is helping students discover their own writing superpower. Additionally, I have experience teaching literature, graduate courses on theory and other English based courses. I am a good listener and would enjoy the opportunity to help you succeed in your work.

...college in SC to obtain my Associates in Science. I followed that by completing a Bachelors of Science in Psychology degree at Old Dominion University. I attended a DO medical school and was successful in completing the coursework and Board exams but due to personal reasons I withdrew medical school as a fourth year student. I'm now a single mom of 3 boys and completing a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. When I first...

...next 5 years! I have tutored in the subjects of Advanced Math, Science and Physics for a program called Varsity Tutors for about 3 years. I was also a tutor for an organization called AVID, which is a college preparatory course for high school students, for about a year and I also have experience tutoring freshmen in college while leading them into a healthy-eating lifestyle. So, I have tremendous experience tutoring varies students. All in...

...should you allow me the opportunity to tutor you or your child? First, I exercise what I like to call "Educational Empathy" at all times. I get it. I SO get it. I have been a student, and nothing quite matches the frustration of being confused by a topic or working hard and not seeing results that are commensurate with your effort. That's where I come in! By attacking the problem from a place of...

Stories define us. They make us come alive. They rattle us, inspire us, scare the *&a$p;^%! out of us, and lead us toward deeper understanding of one another. I love stories, words, writing -- and sharing them with my students.

"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

...ISEE, LSAT Prep, GRE Prep, GMAT Prep, and LSAT Prep. I taught as a professor for 10 years, and I spent 11 summers in mainland China doing research and working to develop more rigorous curricula and programs for schools. I did my post-graduate work at Vanderbilt University with a focus on educational neuroscience. I am a proud member of the National Association of Female Executives (NAFE), MENSA for Intellectual Advancement, and the University of Tennessee...

I've loved teaching since I started in high school, and I've been doing it ever since (nearly ten years!). I'm currently studying at the University of Memphis, with majors in public health and philosophy.

I am student at Mississippi State University. I see my youth as an advantage as it allows me to connect more easily to students. My strongest subjects are history, Latin, and English, but I am proficient in many others.

...importantly, they should also help the student understand why the mistake happened. The goal of a tutoring session is not to 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...

...Bloomington, Indiana to get an MA in Communication and Culture. While at Indiana, I was able to continue studying something I love, pop culture, and I got to return to my speech roots by serving as an instructor for Intro to Public Speaking. Nowadays, I still find time to check out as many TV shows and movies as I can, but I also enjoy finding time for dance classes, trivia nights at local pubs, and...

...and a minor in German. I studied abroad In Eichstatt, Germany during college. Since graduation, I have traveled far and wide, making friends all over the world. Although I am qualified to teach multiple subjects, English is my primary focus. I enjoy teaching slang that may otherwise go unnoticed. I am also a certified excel expert. I fully believe that learning should be fun and if you are willing to not care about what I...

...experience teaching and tutoring English and ESL. I have worked as an instructor, in in a private school in Tokyo, and as a teacher in public schools in the U.S. Last year, I completed my Master's degree in Curatorial Practice in Florence, Italy; and I am currently pursuing a career as a freelance arts educator and curator. I love to explore new way of learning, and I am looking forward to sharing my knowledge with...

I graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1979 with a BA in history and minor in English. I received a law degree from the University of Memphis (then Memphis State University) in 1982. I have studied European history independently for many years. I am involved in the independent film community and in the last three years have appeared in more than ten short films.

...learned to read at an early age and my most magical moments about learning came when we would sit together at the table, my grandmother and I, passing different sections of the paper to each other. Never speaking out loud about the information we found, yet calmly waiting for the other to also find it on their own. There's no doubt I would have learned to read, but reading the newspaper at 4 with my...

...as a B.A. in political science. I have extensive experience working as a tutor for a wide range of ages. I currently tutor international students ages 4-16 in English. For two years, I taught elementary school students who struggled with literacy in developing their reading abilities. I have participated in countless writing workshops and aided my peers in editing/proofreading sessions throughout my academic career. I understand how difficult English can be for students and that's...

I like to learn, and I am confident that I can help you learn. I hold a PhD in Computer Science and I also have a Masters in English. I have taught first and second year Computer Science at university, along with College Freshman English.... I have a wide background in English, Mathematics and Computer Science. This interdisciplinary experience enables me to help you tackle a wide range of problems at once. Students learn when they...

...a life long learner and sharing my knowledge with students. I have found that building relationships, evaluating individual needs and applying focused planning enhances the learning experience. I am passionate about seeing each student performing at their highest level and beyond. I have many years of experience working with students with mild to severe learning disabilities and needs, therefore I am highly skilled in differentiated instructional methods.I enjoy providing tutoring services because it gives me...

...English and I'm TESOL certified. I tutor a variety of subjects related to English. My favorite subjects to teach are ESL, literature, poetry, and writing. I have three years of experience in childcare and teaching, including one year of experience as an online ESL teacher. I love exploring new and creative teaching techniques. I'll tutor in whatever style best suites you. I'll make you feel at ease while we work to reach your goals. I...