If you have an interest in learning Latin, it may be a good idea to contact Varsity Tutors so we can help you sign up for Memphis Latin lessons. Latin is often used in scientific research, the legal profession, theology, medicine, and other fields. As such, if you are interested in entering into any of these careers, learning Latin may be helpful or even required.
Latin was first encountered in ancient times as the language of Latium, which is the region of central Italy where Rome is currently located. Latin influenced many of the Romance languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, and Romanian. Thus, learning Latin can also be a valuable tool if you are looking to learn one of these Romance languages later on.
Latin is considered a dead language, meaning that it doesn't represent the spoken language of a community of people any longer, though it is still considered the official tongue of the Vatican City and is used as the official language of communication within the Roman Catholic Church. Additionally, Latin has had a pretty major influence on English. The Roman alphabet is used in English, with the main difference between the two being that the Roman alphabet only has 23 letters while the English alphabet has 26. Many words within the realm of science and technology also use Latin roots.
While Latin is related to English, it can still represent a challenge to learn for some students. Whether you are attending a local secondary institution White Station High School or Whitehaven High School, taking more advanced courses at Rhodes College or the University of Memphis, or you're preparing for law school or medical school, Memphis Latin lessons can assist you in striving for your goals with the Latin language.
If you decide to get started with Memphis Latin lessons, there are two different options you can choose between, including Latin classes or Latin tutoring. Latin classes are similar to traditional classes because they include an expert instructor who leads you and other students through a curriculum, while Latin tutoring involves working with an instructor on a personal level to focus on your specific areas of need. Whichever option you pick, you can feel confident that you can get quality instruction.
What skills can an instructor in Memphis Latin lessons help me review?
When study any new language, one of the key parts of learning the language involves becoming familiar with the vocabulary. Latin vocabulary tends to be easier for English speakers to pick up because many English words actually originate from Latin. Some Latin words are almost identical to the equivalent word in English. Other words in the Latin vocabulary need to be memorized. This can be achieved by taking a Latin class. Your instructor can go over relevant vocabulary words in class and offer you a chance to practice them by having class discussions and group activities. Collaborating with other students can be helpful in learning vocabulary words because some students find it useful to work with material in multiple different ways.
One area of Latin that could be tricky for some students is the concept of inflection. Inflections are the endings of words. In Latin, these inflections play a key component in understanding the language because they enable us to see how words relate to each other. English speakers can struggle with inflections because the English language doesn't use them much, prioritizing word order instead. Examining the end of each word rather than the beginning becomes key when it comes to being able to fully understand a sentence in Latin. Understanding the Latin system of word endings can be valuable in learning vocabulary because it provides contextual clues. This is a skill that can be covered in-depth during your Latin class because of its importance.
While learning how to pronounce Latin words will likely take some time and commitment, most students find this process relatively easy. Learning how to pronounce Latin words can be useful with learning vocabulary as well because it offers you a chance to practice your skills. As Latin is a dead language, there isn't the same pressure to speak with a proper accent as there is with modern languages.
How do the two types of Memphis Latin lessons work?
Finding time to study a new language can seem overwhelming at times. There's the pressure of fitting it into your busy schedule and having to commute to your lessons. How can you find time to study in between your other classes, after school activities, work, or family responsibilities? The answer is by contacting Varsity Tutors so that we can sign you up for Memphis Latin lessons.
If you pick a Latin class, you can attend sessions completely online. Additionally, classes are offered at numerous times throughout the day so you can pick a time that fits into your schedule. Whether you want to take your class in the morning before work, in the afternoon after school, or at night before bed, you can find a class time that works for you.
Studying with a Memphis Latin tutor may make things even easier in regards to timing because you simply have to agree on a mutual time to meet. Additionally, you have the option of either meeting with your Memphis Latin tutor online or in person based on your preferences.
Studying with a Memphis Latin tutor provides several advantages. One such advantage is that you will have more control over the types of concepts you cover because you can work with your instructor on an individual level. You can also determine how much time you spend on each concept based on your understanding of it. Furthermore, as your instructor is only teaching one student, it can be easier for them to adapt the way they teach to fit with your personal learning style.
How can I get started with Memphis Latin lessons?
Getting started with Memphis Latin lessons is as simple as reaching out to Varsity Tutors and letting us help you sign up for a class or connect with a private instructor.

Hayley: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...engaging lessons that are tailored for each of my students. As both a classroom teacher and a tutor, I have gained invaluable experience about how to help students, all the while learning so much about life from my students themselves. Besides tutoring, I make my living writing content professionally for several ed tech companies. Outside of work, I love to hike and play with my dog. I am a huge traveler and am very thankful...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelors, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Foreign Language
- Public Speaking
- SAT Subject Test in Latin
- +66 subjects

Tulip: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...of reading and writing to everyone I meet. I have a degree in English Literature from University of Virginia. I have a strong background in formal teaching methods (2 years teaching high school English in Texas, 1 year teaching 4th grade reading in Tennessee), but my main strengths lie in my ability to make lasting connections with my students, which only help make their learning more personal and more important. I also have written for...
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Adult Literacy
- ACT English
- MAP
- +48 subjects

Owen: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...I thrive much better when working one-on-one with students. I tutor Latin at all levels, with the hope that my students, regardless of their starting skill level, can learn to see the beauty and nuance of the language they are studying. I believe in education as a tool for personal enrichment, and especially the study of foreign languages as a way to understand different ways on thinking and talking about a subject as a means...
Education & Certification
- Trinity University - Bachelor in Arts, Latin
- Brandeis University - Master of Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Greek
- Foreign Language
- Latin 3
- +9 subjects

Zach: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
I have years of experience tutoring math and various sciences from middle school through college. I primarily tutor high school math and sciences and ACT/SAT, but I also have extensive experience in economics and higher mathematics.
Education & Certification
- The University of Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- GRE Analytical Writing
- GED Social Studies
- English
- +95 subjects

Aidan: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...I especially have a passion for one-on-one based learning. I was homeschooled and/or self-taught K through 12 and found tremendous value in a more focused, student-centered style of learning than the traditional classroom provides. This experience has convinced me of the importance and benefit of private tutoring. I also have a firm belief in the value of education for an individual. I want to see every student do well and come to grasp concepts for...
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- High School Chemistry
- Pre-Algebra
- AP Calculus BC
- +31 subjects

John: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
I am student at Mississippi State University. I see my youth as an advantage as it allows me to connect more easily to students. My strongest subjects are history, Latin, and English, but I am proficient in many others.
Education & Certification
- Mississippi State University - Bachelor in Arts, Latin
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Chemical Engineering
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- Latin 1
- +96 subjects

Courtney: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...backgrounds. I was a supplemental instructor for the Statistical Analysis course at Augsburg College and also served as a tutor through the Academic Skills Office there. I have tutored high schoolers at the MN Internship Center and worked with students of all ages from elementary schoolers to adults at the non-profit program Safe Place: Homework Help. A particular highlight of mine is the summer I spent teaching English to adults as a certified ESL assistant...
Education & Certification
- Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Spanish
- Middle School
- Science
- +122 subjects

Brianna: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...graduated from the University of Richmond majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Analytics and a minor in Mathematics. I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from elementary school to college students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed...
Education & Certification
- University of Richmond - Current Undergrad, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- French
- Professional Certifications
- Academic Coaching
- +211 subjects

Erica: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...as a Foreign Language) certification. I am extremely passionate about teaching and work daily to improve my craft. Students, parents, supervisors, and colleagues have described me as efficient, extremely patient, creative, and caring. I am certified to tutor in a variety of subjects and consider the following areas to be my specialties: *Standardized tests, such as the ISEE, SSAT, and AP examinations *Students who demonstrate challenging behaviors *Long-term tutoring in math and reading--I love to...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Japanese
- SAT Reading
- SAT Writing and Language
- +77 subjects

Abigail: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...ever since. This passion is reflected in my coursework and high level of achievement throughout my academic career. I graduated from the University of Chicago with honors in Classics and received a special commendation for my Bachelor of Arts thesis. I took on independent research projects during my undergraduate summers. I plan to one day pursue a Ph.D in Classics. I am also committed to improving the education experience of my students, and have demonstrated...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- IB Classical Languages SL
- Foreign Language
- IB Classical Languages HL
- +19 subjects

Ruth: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...a high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun and...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- SAT Mathematics
- SAT
- Latin 1
- +43 subjects

James: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...education, and I am happy to do my part to allow that to happen. Whether students are looking for revision, assistance, or clarification, I am eager to help them achieve their goals. I have a Bachelor and Masters degree in Latin and Greek, and have been tutoring individuals in those languages, as well as writing, history, and literature, for four years. I love learning, love teaching, and want to spread the joy that I have...
Education & Certification
- University of Vermont - Bachelor in Arts, Greek and Latin
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- IB Classical Languages SL
- IB Classical Languages HL
- SAT Writing and Language
- +29 subjects

Sarah: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...Vic Theatre School in England. I founded an international theater company called The Sun Apparatus with three other women in 2013. Since then, most of my non-tutoring hours are spent performing, rehearsing, directing, and producing for the company. We were shortlisted for the Scottish Daily Mail Drama Award in 2014 and will be taking our newest work, The ME, to the Edinburgh Festival this summer. I also work at Time In Children's Arts Initiative, a...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelors, Classics
- Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London - Masters, Advanced Theatre Practice
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Foreign Language
- Comparative Literature
- Middle School Math
- +56 subjects

Hanna: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...year of college at The Ohio State University. I am majoring in Materials Science and Engineering and minoring in music. I have tutoring experience in math and Latin. My favorite subjects in school were chemistry and calculus. I have completed four years of Latin in high school including AP Latin and received the National Exam Gold Award all 4 years. I have also scored a 5 on nine different AP tests so I'm capable of...
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Greek
- Managerial Accounting
- Flute
- +86 subjects

Natalie: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...moved to New York City this fall! I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can help foster creativity. I care deeply...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- German
- French
- Writing
- +59 subjects

Dylan: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...to run summer youth lacrosse camps, and became involved in academic tutoring through his high school soon after. He believes that common foundations of learning exist across many disciplines, and values a specific and flexible approach to any topic to best apply those ideas and ensure individual enjoyment and success for every student. In the spare time he manages to carve out of his schedule, he enjoys playing lacrosse, attempting to keep up with movies,...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Test Prep
- Latin 4
- Latin 3
- +10 subjects

Daniel: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...reapplication or the requirement of taking the MCAT, and I will be taking an additional year to obtain a Master's in Business Administration. I started tutoring during my junior year for my high school in biology and pre-calculus. The following summer, I held preparatory courses for the SAT and ACT standardized tests for students from various schools. I took private tutoring lessons as well as a preparatory course myself for the SAT and ACT, and...
Education & Certification
- Baylor University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Pre Medicine and Business Administration
- Baylor College of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Italian
- Spanish
- Chemistry
- +66 subjects

Sean: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...School in Greenwich, CT from 2002-2006. I worked hard, and I did very well. I was admitted early to Harvard my senior year, where I enrolled in Fall 2006. Long story short, my father was chronically ill, and I left school to help care for him. He required more care, and for longer, than anticipated, but it was not a choice I would ever reverse. And if, for now, qualities born of that experience must...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Classical Stuides
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Foreign Language
- SAT Subject Tests
- Study Skills and Organization
- +53 subjects

Bradley: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...of oral Latin and daily sight reading and obtained my B.A. with honors in Greek and Latin literature. I also did post-graduate training with Dr. Stephen Daitz, the foremost scholar on the classical pronunciation of ancient Greek and Latin. I received an award for being the highest ranking student in Greek and Latin Literature in my college's classics department. I am a former member of the American Classical League and have attended some of their...
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelors, Greek and Latin literature
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Greek
- Foreign Language
- Reading
- +39 subjects

Eric: Memphis Latin lesson instructor
...Tanner Award for Teaching Excellence on court during half-time at the UNC-Duke basketball game. Since then, I have taught a wide range of humanities courses at a liberal arts college in Minnesota. I also help students prepare for college standardized tests and improve their writing. I love working one-on-one with students to help them achieve their goals. I got my head start being homeschooled by my mom and I really benefitted from the opportunity to...
Education & Certification
- University of Oxford - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Doctor of Philosophy, Classics
Subject Expertise
- Latin
- Spanish
- ACT Residual
- Latin 3
- +67 subjects