Award-Winning Philosophy Tutors serving Ann Arbor, MI

I earned a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Religious Studies from the University of Toledo. I also obtained a Master of Arts degree in Philosophy from the same university, specializing in Comparative Philosophy. While at Toledo, I served as a teaching assistant for the Introduction to Logic course for two semesters, during which I helped many students navigate challenging problems. Additionally, I have taught courses in World Religions and Introduction to Philosophy....

For the last 7 years, I've been working with neurodivergent children and adolescents in clinical and educational settings. Working with children on the autism spectrum, children with ADHD, those with dyslexia, and other neurodiverse students, has taught me much about various challenges that our students face, as well as their unique strengths and abilities which they're bringing into the classroom. I have learned that each neurodivergent student, as well as each neurotypical student is bringing...

...the University of Michigan. Throughout my studies and my experience, I have learned that the most effective tutoring involves active participation and true partnership between tutor and student. In other words, my main job as a tutor is to facilitate learning and help my students master the topics not by pure didactic methods but rather by tackling learning challenges together. Outside of work, I love traveling, exploring the outdoors through hiking and kayaking, relaxing on...

Dr. LaFaid Johnson is a native of Los Angeles, where he also received his education. A graduate of Occidental College, Dr. Johnson received an M.A. from the California State University, Los Angeles, an M.A. in Organizational Development and Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. He is formerly a lecturer in the School of Business for the University of Michigan-Dearborn, where he taught Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management. Dr. Johnson...

...is the opportunity to work with students individually and use personal approaches to direct them to the success in their studies, rather than teaching an "average student" standing at a whiteboard or a projector screen. I am tutoring College, University and AP Physics courses, also I am able to tutor algebra/trigonometry and calculus. Rather that just giving the students the equations to solve the desired problems, I prefer to make the students work themselves, concentrating...

I have tutored math and physics for several years and emphasize excellence when approaching and accomplishing one's goals. Student strengths, weaknesses and learning styles are prioritized to navigate success and advancement.

I am a current student at Yale University studying Ethics, Politics, and Economics. I currently work at a venture capital fund investing in early-stage climate technology, and have a background in political advocacy and social enterprise. Though I teach a range of subjects, I have a soft spot for U.S./European history and writing tutoring. I take the time to get to know my students personally; understanding learning styles and connecting content to their interests is...

My name is Jim, and I am a recent graduate of the University of Michigan. I graduated with a B.A. in International Studies in December 2017, and my career goal is to attend law school in the fall of 2019 in order to become a public defender or to do impact litigation for a non-profit organization. I was raised in Macomb Township, MI and attended De La Salle High School. I was captain of the...

I am a native French speaker with over two decades of teaching experience. I have lived and studied in France, and I am deeply connected with the culture. I welcome every opportunity to help learners achieve their desired goals while inspiring them to grow and develop a passion for the language. Using a combination of pedagogical tools such as: direct instruction, coaching, and encouraging learners to take ownership of their learning, I meet each student...

I am a third year clinical medical student here in Michigan and am working towards my MD. I am originally from Ohio and graduated from YSU with a BS. I have experience tutoring mostly science subjects at the YSU peer tutor center. I am especially proficient in physics, general chemistry, biology, and biochemistry. My favorite is general chemistry because I enjoy how easy the problems become once you learn how to break them down. My...

I am a graduate of Siena Heights University in Adrian, Michigan, where I received my Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Career Technical Education. I have had the opportunity to teach students in the Elementary, Intermediate, High School, and post secondary levels, including several community college assignments. A large part of my work in recent years has included adult education, with both adult career training and technical training for corporate employees. I enjoy the subjects...

With over 11 years of experience as an educator and tutor, I've worked with students across a wide spectrum of subjects: biology, mathematics, logic, French, and Latin, and more. My approach is rooted in a genuine passion for learning and a commitment to helping students grow. I've worked extensively with homeschooled students looking to explore subjects not offered at home, as well as private school students aiming to strengthen their academic performance. I hold a...

I think that access to education is deeply important to every student and part of that access is having lessons personalized to each student. To teach well, a tutor has to find different ways to communicate concepts to different people.

Hello! I am a Dartmouth graduate. I am currently working on my med and business endeavors. I have not only an interest, but a motivation to help others. I have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects from French to Essay Writing and Algebra to Chemistry! I want my students and tutees to see the value in themselves...

...of students. I firmly believe that students should be provided with opportunities to achieve success every class. Materials should be organized as much as possible to accommodate diverse learning dispositions, so I try to vary my teaching methodology according to the needs of my students. My experience teaching philosophy has helped me develop the crucial ability to awaken the analytical skills and evaluative abilities in students. My goal is to empower students to become responsible,...

I am a working communications professional, dedicated to helping you achieve academic success in the subjects of English and writing. I take a personalized approach to working with each student, understanding your needs and goals and helping grow your targeted skills to reach (or exceed!) these goals. Let's do this!

I'm here if you need help learning a concept from scratch, preparing for a test, or if you have specific questions you need answering on homework or assignments. I've been tutoring fellow classmates since I ran study sessions during my study hall in high school. While at Purdue University, I made extra money tutoring fellow classmates, as well as running weekly help sessions for a few biology courses. I finished at Purdue with majors in...

I am a graduate of Michigan State University (BA: History, International Relations, Social Relations, and Political Theory), The University of Strathclyde (MSc: Historical Studies), and Central Michigan University (MA and ABD: History). I have taught college (history and honors writing) and test prep for the past fourteen years. I have also worked as a tutor, book editor, author (on test prep), game-based-learning instructor, and standardized test designer and scorer during these years. While I teach...

As a teacher, it is important to make sure you aren't simply stating the answers. The most important part of learning is developing a link from a question to the correct answer, a path the student can follow on their own terms to reach the correct answer choice. This isn't something that comes with forces repetition and no explanation. I try to help a student master a set of tools so they have a path...

...I have learned through those various experiences each day. Knowing the inner workings of reason and argumentation, poetic and literary language, and how to focus and calm the mind all complement one another. Whatever I teach you, it will be a way of thinking. Certainly we will deal with content; one can never learn a process without something to apply it to. Having me as a tutor though will be more valuable than a difference...