Award-Winning Literature Tutors in San Antonio, TX

...help my students feel in control of their learning so that they can enjoy the process instead of dread it. I'm a compassionate, competent, and confident tutor in a variety of topics; I studied environmental biology and religion & politics, but have also cultivated skills in reading and writing. I'm a lover of nature, cities, and people and an avid reader of literature (Woolf, Borges, Calvino and Baldwin are a few of my favorite authors).

...or another for four years, and I'm passionate about sparking joy in students for the subjects that have brought me so much fulfillment, as well as granting students autonomy over their own academic passions. I tutor pretty much anything related to English, history, and classics, as well as test prep for the relevant segments of the ACT. My tutoring philosophy involves helping my students unlock their own potential and take control of their educations for...

I was a teacher for 4 years and have more than 8 years tutoring experience including helping students with learning disabilities. My experience includes students from elementary to college. I believe a student's learning style is key to success. My tutoring sessions are tailored to your learning style with special focus paid to any learning disabilities. I work to make sessions fun and engaging.... I believe goal setting is very important in the first session. A...

I am a current student at the University of the Incarnate Word. I am working on a degree in history and government, and hope to work as a policy analyst or political consultant. I have enjoyed teaching private music lessons for six years, and tutoring academically for two. I love talking about history, and helping others find an appreciation for it. I also enjoy analyzing and helping others edit their writing.

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...School years. While I was in school, I excelled in English, History, and Fine Arts. Not without difficulty, I might add, since I had to learn a new language, and could not receive help from my family. Later, I was able to receive credit for classes in High School, so I did not need to take them in college, allowing me to graduate early. During that time, I also had job and was able to...

...culture, media and the arts. After obtaining my TEFL Certification, I lived abroad in Europe for two years where I taught English as a second language, both in public schools and to private students. A Liberal Arts student at heart, I am most passionate about tutoring English, Literature, Writing and History. I have had positive experiences tutoring with Varsity Tutors, primarily helping students prepare for Standardized Tests. Education is extremely important to me and has...

...is Carlo Martinez and I'm currently a junior at the University of Texas at Austin. I've been tutoring since high school, and have a particular interest in math and natural sciences. I'm currently an honors anthropology/ pre-med student at UT Austin while also playing drums and intramural basketball with the school! I take much pride in helping others learn concepts that they previously struggled with while employing a calm environment for you to learn.... Help walk...

...understanding and experience of the clinical and surgical setting. I have been preparing for the MCAT - a standardized medical school entrance exam - since graduation and this has kept my education fresh and up to date. I am a also a fun and driven individual, that has a fascination with the subtleties of the world. I take part in many hobbies ranging from; exercise, sports, music, art, reading, and technology. I have been a tutor...

...uniquely yours until you first believe that you have one. And while I will put on my teacher hat when the occasion calls for it, I am first and foremost a tireless cheerleader and a relentless believer in my students. I strive to empower my students by cultivating their self-confidence and encouraging them to take intellectual and creative risks, all of which are qualities that extend far beyond the confines of an English class. Because...

...career, I throughly enjoy helping students succeed academically through tutoring. And fortunately, with tutoring, I get to work with students of all ages. I have a bachelor's degree in English and Political Science and a master's degree--all from Indiana University. I am a native Hoosier, but my first professional job brought me to South Texas in 1992. My husband and I are happy to have settled and raised our family in San Antonio, Texas.

...and tutor can make. As a teacher, I enjoyed diving into relevant, challenging texts with students and working on every step of the writing process. I believe in the power of building relationships and making connections first and foremost. Issues of equity and assuring equal access for all to a high quality education are also very important to me. I love being a dad. My hobbies and interests include playing guitar, songwriting, gardening, fishing, and...

...helping students develop their skills in writing, reading, and text analysis. However, I certainly have a broad range of interests and offer tutoring in English, Literature, Physics, World History, and Economics. I am also passionate about design and architecture and am happy to offer support and critique on current projects. I have experience teaching at the Elementary school level and High school level through Cornell University Sustainable Design in art and english and am excited...

...currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Classical Studies at William and Mary; Latin and French are my specialty! I also enjoy teaching English grammar and syntax. My goal is to secure students with the skills they need in order to succeed in the classroom and beyond. I work closely with students, giving them honest feedback on what they need to improve on, and I adapt my teaching style to suit the students' needs.

...four children at home. I realized early on that each student learns at a different pace and by different methods. I have a strong desire to help the students who feel like failures because they did not learn something at the expected time or in the expected way. I try to stay flexible so that I can find what works for each student. I love to watch a child learn. I particularly enjoy the excitement...

...the students' needs, whether in comprehending their literature assignments or completing writing assignments articulately and in a reasonable amount of time. For ESL students, I can help you improve your conversation skills, work on pronunciation, learn new vocabulary, grammar and writing. I try to help my students feel confident and receive constructive feedback from a one-on-one tutor. My goal is to help each student be able to understand and utilize what they learn to their...

...deep love of writing. It's something that has helped me process the world and become excited about what it has to offer. My ultimate goal as a tutor is that I want to help people enjoy writing, not just become good at it! I think what makes writing and literary analysis difficult for some people is that they are subjects that require a great deal of practice, critical thinking, and confidence. Thankfully, all of these...

I love helping others learn new concepts. When students, whom I teach, learn, I also learn with them. I am studying to become a science teacher and I'm always excited to help, especially when it is science related. I am a visual and kinesthetic learner so my teaching styles are those forms. I am very open minded and ready to hear others ideas. ... Be patient and understand the one you are teaching.... Introductions and icebreakers...

...to develop a more fully grounded comprehension, and I am always patient and willing to walk through the particulars as much as needed. The success of the students I tutor and teach has always been of the utmost importance to me, and I dedicate my whole focus and energy to each tutoring session! When I am not engaged in my academic activities, you can find me hiking, taking my dog to the park, reading, and...

I graduated in 2011 from Carleton College, a liberal arts school in Minnesota. After graduating, I moved to San Antonio, Texas to work with an educational non-profit that works in Title I schools. After two years with this organization, I have chosen to pursue graduate studies at the University of Texas-Austin. In my free time, I love biking, reading, and watching documentaries.