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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...of language schools in Washington D.C. My clients were children as well as professionals who were transferring to businesses, members of the US Military and the US Coast guard and of the US State Department. I also 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...

...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 that they also need to be challenged. Building relationships with my students creates trust and increases their confidence. Daily laughter is priority! My heart is full when...

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...

...engaged communal learning that aids everyone involved. I participated in many writing workshops (and started one of my own during the pandemic) where I learned that generosity of knowledge and enthusiasm is the greatest gift that one 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...

...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 new ideas and...

...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 1 and 2, Geometry, and Trigonometry. With students, I generally take a systematic approach to tutoring, working to improve students weak areas and build overall confidence with...

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.

...everything from basic algebra to advanced proof writing. I'm currently studying for actuarial exams, material which is comprised of highly accelerated undergraduate statistics. I also consider myself a skilled writer; I've helped many friends at the collegiate 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...

...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 be best answered in a more focused tutoring session. I have extensive experience with adults and previously worked as a first-grade teacher while living in the Middle...

...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 courses since 2014. I have been helping students of all types with their writing and literacy skills since 2012. Outside of teaching, I enjoy playing video games,...

...I wanted to continue down this path of mentorship. During my post-graduate transition, I took up a job as the Assistant Coordinator at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Writing Center, where I further honed my tutoring skills while working with a wide range of students and staff. As a tutor, I am understanding and patientI know that the tutees feedback is sometimes more important than my own, so I make sure to leave room for those...

...accomplished English 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.

...Argentina, where I took university classes with Argentinians and immersed myself in the bustling city life. Since then, I have travelled several times to Ecuador to visit my husband's family. After graduating Macalester College, I gained years 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...

...your child for the next level of education. Currently, I am an English Teacher at Riverside University High School. I have been a teacher for seven years, and I have taught in classrooms ranging from 6th Grade English/Language Arts to 12th Grade English. In my spare time, I am with my wife and three beautiful girls or playing basketball with friends. Reading and writing is my passion; I read and write as much as possible....

...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 "light bulb" turn on in a student, I know that I have helped the student overcome...

...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 student is motivated to learn, I can take on full responsibility to ensure they learn what is needed. Outside of academia, I enjoy scuba diving, basketball, drawing,...

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.