Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Phoenix, AZ

...how 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...

...for Medieval Studies. My Ph.D. dissertation is about the political history of fourteenth-century Florence, Italy. At the University of Toronto, I am a teaching assistant for a number literature and history courses. Many of my students are in their first or 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...

...a 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...

...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 enjoy sharing that with others. I desire to help others enhance their learning abilities and educational...

...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 extensive experience in as well.

...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 accumulating what my girlfriend deems to be "useless guitar pedal junk". I believe that I am...

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.

...to 20 of the best and brightest students in Arizona out of a pool of nearly 600. My tutoring style is 100% student-first. I want to make sure we're operating exactly at the level and pace where the student feels comfortable, and 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...

...am 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...

...on their essays and thesis defenses. I taught 11th-grade Literature five times, 12th-grade English once, and 19 or so classes of middle school Latin (I, II, and III). I would say that I take an etymological and linguistic approach to Latin and Ancient Greek, and I specialize in detail-centered close readings of literature, poetry, and philosophy with the aim of developing textually corroborated interpretations and the formulation of meaningful theses. I remember what it's like...

...best 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...

...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 in lots of different ways whether it be playing sports, yoga, or even tough mudders. I...

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.

...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. Outside of school, I spend my free time shopping, trying new restaurants, doing yoga, and spending...

...base 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...

...for over 18 years and enjoy helping students reach their academic goals and teaching them character education as well to give them the skills they need to be successful and highly productive adults. When I am not educating students I enjoy reading fiction novels (most notably from John Grisham, Stuart Woods, and Stephen King), playing sports such as golf, basketball, football, and tennis, and working out at the gym with friends. I also enjoy spending...

...family 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...

...experiences, and have a broad understanding. In my spare time I love to hike, play Lego-Batman, play board and card games, and argue philosophical subjects or just about what is truly spicy or not with my wife. I also love to play tennis (I used to give lessons), volleyball, basketball, soccer, trumpet, other video games, hike, read textbooks, especially history (yes really), read sci-fi and watch it as well. I have a passion for movies,...

...general surgery residency. Having mentored hundreds of high school, pre-med, and medical students in their journeys, I am prepared to help you find success. I am eager to work together to strengthen your knowledge in the intricacies of the human body and medicine. I am also available to help develop an application package that sets you up for success. I understand the intricacies of the process and aim to set individualized goals to achieve success....

...a Flagship member, I have participated in special Flagship classes, weekly tutoring, and a two-month summer study. For my Flagship capstone, I am preparing to study for a year abroad at Tianjin Normal University in China. In addition to Chinese, I 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...