Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Phoenix, AZ

...it can be applied to all aspects of life from predicting ocean currents, to sending rockets into space. In my tutoring I will impart this appreciation to the students, and draw from 17 years of mathematical experience to present the material in a clear and concise manner. There is no doubt that learning presents a challenge to anyone who delves into it. Regardless of ability, eventually you will be presented with a problem that stumps...

...second year of university, and I especially enjoy working with them as they make the transition from high school to university, learning on the one hand what it means to write university level research papers, and on the other, how to approach books and ideas that complicate what they know about history, literature, and life. In my spare time, I play the concert harp and enjoy listening to music, swimming, baking, and reading twentieth-century literature.

...life long learner. I believe there are no boring subjects, simply less entertaining ways to teach and learn them. I am passionate about everything I do, and I am especially excited about Literature and Writing. I think the power of language should never be underestimated, and if you can express yourself well, you not only grow in knowledge, you can also truly affect the world. Teaching has been my passion long before it became a...

...Bachelor and Master degrees and became a secondary English teacher. I have had much experience in the educational arena and have worked with varying age groups, skill levels, and course work. I have instructed from the middle school level to the collegiate level. Aside from my formal teaching and tutoring, I have also had the opportunity to be a mother and teach my own children. I have a passion for both literature and writing and...

...teacher based in Phoenix, AZ who is passionate about making learning accessible to all learners. As a first-generation college student who's managed to secure my Bachelors in Interdisciplinary Studies and Masters in Secondary Education, I understand the necessity of equitable access to quality education more than ever before. Special Education and English language arts are where my disciplinary experience and knowledge lie, but specialties such as English composition and copyediting are also subjects I have...

...Ohio State University. I believe that everyone can learn given the right tools and motivation. I would love to work with your student to unlock their full potential and give them confidence in their own abilities inside and outside of the classroom. Also, other than teaching world history and yearbook currently, I am an avid musician spending much of my time writing and performing my own songs. I am absolutely addicted to record collecting and...

I have a Ph.D. in Hispanic literature and have taught for almost 20 years (Spanish, literature, reading, writing, grammar, Latin American history, SAT and ACT prep, and introduction to humanities). I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds.

...using educational techniques that work for this student in particular. I want my relationship with my students to feel like a friendship, and ideally, I want us both to have some fun. I'm a huge arts fanatic, particularly for music; ask me about my favorite albums of last year and I could probably give you a top 200. I've also been a guitarist and lyricist in several rock bands, and I'm currently working on putting...

...in the process of applying for my PhD in History of Art. Needless to say, history and art are my biggest passions. During my undergrad, I taught art and English to 8th-grade ESL (English as Second Language) students at a middle school in Brooklyn, New York. I have experience tutoring in Reading, English Composition/Writing, History (World, European, US, Military, etc.), Literature, and Philosophy. I have experience tutoring any age or grade from elementary school to...

...world of possibilities opened up for me the more I read and learned. Once again, it was the professor who brought the texts to life for us. I went on to study Ancient Greek and Roman literature, art, history, philosophy, language, and linguistics as well as British and American literature, ancient and modern philosophy including both Existentialism and Continental philosophy (as opposed to Analytic philosophy) with that same professor. It was because of him and...

...foundation for learning is to be a well-rounded and constant reader, and will often recommend various books to read along with normal studies to enhance the educational experience. My basic approach is to break a subject down into its fundamental concepts and make sure the student has a thorough understanding of how and why what they are studying is important as well as the specific topic at hand. In my free time, I am an...

...While I am happy and able to tutor a number of subjects, I am most passionate about Test Prep because these scores are very important to students, and I enjoy helping them to conquer the test and succeed. My teaching philosophy can be described as a coaching style in which, like athletics, I believe learning the subject matter, good techniques, and constant practice are the best ways to achieving better scores. I love staying active...

I graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature. I am also currently in the Master's program for the same major. Creativity is the most important thing to me. I mean, what is fun without a little imagination? I strive not only to make each and every one of my students succeed, but to do so without losing their creative spirit.

...years in multiple areas. Primarily, I have tutored mathematics for middle school and high school students. I also have experience in test preparation for the SAT, ACT, IB, AP and Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS). Additionally, I have tutored in multiple sciences, such as physics and biology. I very devoted to education and to intend to see to it that every student has the quality of education that I have been privileged to receive....

...of the world increases dramatically. More than just adding to the cumulative knowledge of the past, some would say that information is increasing at an exponential rate. Currently, students are being asked to absorb this information; often without a proper structure or guidance as to how this can be accomplished. Having already made this journey myself, I am very excited to join Varsity Tutors and to help motivated students in their quest for a meaningful...

...curriculum at an online high school. I also tutor a "5th Hour" class each day that focuses on English and Math prep for the Arizona state-mandated AIMS test that all high school students must pass to graduate. In this class we use word problems which students focus on breaking down grammatically to then solve them mathematically. The students also have an opportunity to create their own word problems each week and then "teach" the class...

...in Italy, teaching English to their four children. I also spent six weeks in Guatemala, volunteering to help educate students with special needs. These experiences truly helped to make me a more well rounded and cultured individual who can adapt easily to the needs of others. I absolutely love to read, which is why I love helping students in Language Arts and Writing. I worked for 2 years at my alma mater University, helping college...

...what I wanted to do. I had always had a passion for music, and was a good trumpet player, and with a little nudging from my College Band Director, well, the road definitely took a right turn. In 2002 I moved to Phoenix where I took my second teaching job in the Glendale Union High School District at Washington High School. While at WHS I was the director of instrumental music, responsible for teaching...

...the last 4 application cycles. Additionally, I am responsible for the medical student curriculum for the general surgery clerkship. As a first generation physician I understand the anxiety and confusion that may surround the medical school and residency application process. I have experienced the medical school and residency application process from both sides and currently serve on the interview committee at my general surgery residency. Having mentored hundreds of high school, pre-med, and medical students...

...am also passionate about English. I am an avid reader, and I especially enjoy books on politics and philosophy. In the future, I hope to travel and teach English in many different countries, in Asia and around the world. I also plan to attend graduate school, and eventually I would like to teach in a university. In my free time, I enjoy playing guitar and going to KTV with my friends. I am a very...