Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Milwaukee, WI

I believe that all students are capable of success, and success happens when a teacher and a student do everything necessary to meet in the middle. I believe that the formula for success includes a lot of encouragement, student AND teacher accountability, and a healthy dose of constructive criticism. ... I believe that all students are capable of achieving success, especially if they are in a warm, encouraging, and rigorous environment.... In a first session with...

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...coached opera singers at the National Opera (former Washington Opera). As a college teacher of voice and at Loyola University New Orleans, I had the pleasure of teaching German to aspiring young opera singers and taught German Lieder (art song repertoire). My teaching style is varied and depends on the goals and the levels of each student. I am a stickler for grammar but I have lots of fun ways to practice it. Games and...

...I also obtained my Master's in Special education through a post baccalaureate program at Cardinal Stritch University. After my oldest three children graduated high school, I became a substitute teacher and found my niche in special education. My family has a history of ADHD which helped me understand how to teach each student according to their learning style and academic strengths. I firmly and passionately believe that each child learns in their own way and...

Anyone can learn anything, it's just a matter of how.... I believe that anyone can learn anything, it is just a matter of how. The most important factor about teaching is making sure that the student truly understands the material, no matter what it takes. Different methods work for different people.... In a typical first session with a student, I would like to get a feeling for his/her learning style. I like to see what the...

...person can give another. I believe that education is a vital investment in a person's growth and this shapes my approach to tutoring. I am excited to assist, encourage, and compassionately push my students to write as well as they can. Writing can be as beautiful as it is vital to academic success, and my goal is to show students that by investing themselves in the practice of writing they will not only improve exam...

...University where I studied Social Welfare and Spanish as well as Criminology and Law Studies. I have a passion for language, politics, the social sciences and the humanities as a whole. I have worked as a tutor for a student in AP English through Marquette University's Upward Bound EOP Program. I also spent a summer in Spain working as an Au Pair (live-in English tutor) for a Spanish family. I love interacting with people, exchanging...

...last summer working as a consultant at Wheaton Franciscan Hospital in St. Josephs. I plan to begin graduate study in Philosophy next fall. I am eager to help students in my areas of expertise either online or in-person. I prep students for both the GRE and ACT. I am also well-suited to help students in Philosophy, Latin, History, and English writing and grammar courses. Lastly, I tutor a variety of math courses, including Pre-Algebra, Algebra...

I am a very committed and dedicated tutor. I want to ensure that my students are doing the best that they possibly can to obtain the best grades and make the tutoring sessions as informative and as fun as possible. I want to make the learning process interesting and engaging for each student.

...level with writing articulate and concise papers on a wide range of subjects. Outside of academics I enjoy playing guitar, creative writing and a little (admittedly very little to this point) keyboard. I'm extremely patient and I have a good sense of humor. It would be a pleasure to tutor at any age or academic level; my primary goal as a tutor, along with imparting the necessary knowledge, is to communicate the power of the...

...improving their English, whether it be grammar, conversational English, test preparation, or essay writing. I hold a B.A. degree in English literature, and I currently work fulltime as an online English teacher. I have discovered that most students benefit from a one-on-one environment in addition to a group or classroom environment. I understand that many of my students are preparing to take the SAT, ACT, TOEFL, or IELTS exam, and many questions arise which can...

...gives us both the chance to see what methods will work and what your goals are. I like to brainstorm with my students, working toward a final result together. I have a bachelor's degree in English from Loyola University Chicago, a master's degree in literature from Western Illinois University, and I'm currently getting my PhD in literature at University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. I love to read and write, and I have been teaching college composition...

...passion for English with others. When I began my undergraduate career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, I was immediately able to pursue my passions. As a freshman, I joined the Flash Fiction student organization as a submissions editor, offering personal feedback to the universitys student population. I enjoyed tutoring so much that I applied to be a University Writing Fellow two years later, providing guidance to students in writing classes while also helping the professor...

...instructor committed to student growth, development, and academic and life success. Five years of experience working with at-risk and non-traditional students using differentiated learning instructional methods. Worked to assist students toward proficiency in reading/math. Notable success in helping to improve standardized test scores and in providing students with a framework for academic achievement. Focused on concept of life-long learning and academic programs that challenge, motivate, and build on the success of students.

My objective is to teach students how to be devoted to difficult subjects and to approach them in ways that are less stressful and ultimately more enjoyable.

...of experience working in the Minneapolis Public School district. I worked at a Spanish Immersion School for five years, and have worked in various capacities in different schools tutoring students in reading and math. Most recently, I have been working with adults as an instructor and facilitator for professional development opportunities. I recently moved back to the Milwaukee area and am looking for tutoring opportunities for learners of all ages. I look forward to sharing...

Hello! I would love to work with you and help improve your reading and writing skills. I am an experienced English Teacher that enjoys working with students from grades 6-12. Feel free to contact me so I can provide my services to prepare your child for the next level of education. Currently, I am an...

...two years as an Academic Dean. I enjoy helping my students realize their potential while also pushing them to exceed those limits. I am a proponent of providing feedback and solutions to help students improve based on the feedback. I hold my students to high standards and I expect them to reach those standards. However, I also help set up a plan and path to help them reach those standards, because when I see the...

...experience teaching children and young adults, from the ages of 6-18, including individuals with autism. My favorite subjects to tutor are ACT Prep, Writing, Reading, Psychology, High School Math, and basic computer science. My tutoring style is to ask questions to understand how the student most efficiently learn, then extensively plan my lesson to cater towards their strengths. I also believe it is important to identify factors that the student personally finds motivating. If the...

Hello All - I am a recent college graduate looking to help others out in their basic skills. There is no bad question. The only bad thing is a lack of questions. Please ask me anything and I will do my best to either research and help you out.