Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Minneapolis, MN

...the information was being retained automatically, without any effort on my part and without me even being aware of it. One day, I just realized I knew a lot more than I thought I did. I actually started enjoying my French classes. I instinctively started focusing on getting the accent down. That was a true milestone, a turning point. To this day, I believe mimicry is the key to impressing both native speakers and teachers....

...Psychology. I feel that my strengths lie in the areas of Psychology, Writing, Reading, and Essay Editing. I am passionate about enabling and empowering students within the realm of education (hence my current course of study) and can see this translating into every tutoring session. I want to make the tutor-tutee relationship a positive, educational, and fun one. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, writing, photography, biking, cooking and baking, and listening to and...

...literature, English, Spanish, math, study skills (including designing a very successful study skills program), ACT test prep and leadership. Typically, students that I work with show immediate gains in their subject area. Students I work with will work hard--but we will also have a good time and laugh a lot as we work to meet your goals. When I'm not tutoring, you can usually find me exploring the Cities on my bike, playing sports or...

...spent six weeks teaching English in China. I then was a middle school ESL teacher for three years. I've worked with students of all ages from Kindergarten to PhD level. I believe in teaching to the whole student and I enjoy hands-on learning activities to make learning more fun and interactive. I recognize the fact that each student is an individual with different learning styles. I speak some Spanish and Chinese and love learning about...

...at the San Francisco Academy of Ballet and worked as both a research assistant to numerous professors and as a teaching assistant in many classes. I also tutored students in PSAT, SAT Verbal, ACT, AP History, English and Literature preparation through "Ivy West" while I was living in the San Francisco Bay area. Now that I am living in Minnesota, I am thrilled to be working with Varsity Tutors. I truly enjoy working with students...

...4 year veteran teacher! I have been teaching in the elementary level for 4 years in an urban environment. Most of the students that I have worked with have been at least 1 grade level behind. One of my goals as a teacher is to ensure the success of my students regardless of how far behind they are. I have also worked with students that are gifted and talented and need enrichment included in their...

...most passionate about teaching reading and comprehension to my students. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements). I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. I enjoy the outdoors which enriches my life, yoga, walking, and listening to...

...utilizing their mutual goals and values as a part of our lessons. Following earning my Masters of Education at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College, I have worked as a certified Special Education teacher for students with learning and behavioral disabilities in 4th-8th grade. I have worked with children in a variety of settings from babysitting and nannying to tutoring in math, reading, and other content areas, and I enjoy working with all ages. It is essential...

...can learn anything they set their mind to....we just don't all learn it in the same way! I pride myself on making meaningful connections and relationships with my students. I have a great sense of humor, and believe I am pretty darn good at making learning fun. I love math, writing, and reading, and feel very comfortable tutoring all levels of these subjects. Personally, I love to spend time reading, binge watching shows on Netflix,...

...second thoughts. I have a bachelors degree in Political Science from the University of Puerto Rico. Specialized in world history, international relations, US Government and I also tutor Spanish. One of my biggest strengths when working with young students is my ability to be patient and adapt to the student and keeping a consistent pace. Also I encourage my students to be better and why they should as it motivates them to look up to...

...summer and on my lanta am I glad that I passed and don't have to take it again. I recently moved from Bloomington Minnesota to Rawhay New Jersey. I am passionate about theatre and love living in an area so close to the amazing hub that is New York City. I hope one day to have a theatre troupe that works alongside hospitals to perform for children and long term patients in order to bring...

...was that of reading tutor with Minnesota Reading Corps, because of this and my literature background, I am most comfortable with reading and writing instruction. I also worked on reading and writing while volunteering at 826 Boston. In addition to reading and writing instruction for students of all ages, I have experience tutoring and teaching all subjects studied in early elementary school. I gained this experience from tutoring students at 826 Boston and subbing consistently...

...projects for their literature courses, but I also love helping students grow in their reading skills and other classes. I believe that every learner has the ability to grow if a good teacher or tutor pushes him or her along the way. I try to do that through first getting to know the student and then empowering him or her through modeling and questioning to get to core understanding. I like to also use humor...

...year and a half and then moved to Brooklyn, NY. I lived there for another year and a half. I missed MN and decided to move back in 2005. I have taught students from 12 to 60 years of age, different cultures, skills and backgrounds; in all areas of English, reading and especially writing. I am passionate and get to know my students. That is partially why I am successful in helping them to achieve...

I am excited to work with you! I graduated from Brigham Young University with 8 years teaching experience with children online and 7 years working within the community as a health educator. My favorite part about teaching is seeing a person understand and gain confidence in what they are learning. I look forward to working with you in the classroom! -Teacher Mary

...skills as well as help others through the learning process. I love encouraging students to develop their own writing and feel confident in their written communication skills. I believe everyone is a writer and has the power to communicate their own unique ideas effectively. While I mainly tutor writing, I am also eager to expand my teaching skills into more English Literature and Book Club subjects to share my passion for and knowledge the power...

...I also spent 4 years working in my undergraduate college admissions office and have a passion for helping students write college essays. I am a strong believer in working with my students to help them find the solutions they need to thrive. I also genuinely enjoy working with students and helping them develop or refine a passion for history, culture, and writing. In my free time I love to cook and explore the North Shore...

I am new to the tutoring realm, but excited to gain experience helping students expand their knowledge. I have the most knowledge with math, reading, and writing. And I am in college to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Psychology to further my career.

...lead preschool teacher working on the basic foundations of our curriculums. As with my students, I found I was always curious and yearning to learn more so I decided to pursue my elementary school teaching degree with a focus on special education. While working on this degree I had the wonderful opportunity to be a paraprofessional and help students learn at their own pace and focus on their skills. For the last 2 1/2 years...

...of literature and writing, and when I am not studying psychology, you will find me writing poetry and reading great books, whether it is for a class or just for fun! I understand that writing and reading comprehension can be confusing and even daunting activities at times, and I am passionate about helping students to develop stronger academic skills, motivation, and interest. My background in psychology equips me to understand how my students learn best...