Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Philadelphia, PA

...Teaching has led me to the farmlands of California, the rural towns of Guatemala, and the city of Philadelphia. I love traveling and working with new people. Elementary reading, writing, and math are my favorite subjects. I love helping students gain skills that help them succeed! Learning should be fun and I use different strategies to help students learn like music, art, and rhymes. I have taught for nine years in the field of elementary...

Hi! My name is Sarah and I am a Magna Sum Laude graduate from Bloomsburg University. I am certified to teach PreK-4th grade and have 1 year of teaching experience. I have also tutored elementary students in various reading and mathematics skills. I would be happy to meet you and help you gain the confidence you need to succeed!

What makes me a great tutor is my commitment to helping students make meaning on their own. I like giving students tools, tips, and techniques that will help them become independent learners. I like for students to leave a session with something they can use during independent study time or in class that will help them be successful in any class or other academic settings. ... My philosophy is that anyone can learn anything at any...

HI, my name is Nakisha. I currently work as an Early Literacy Specialist in Philadelphia. Prior to this role I taught in various elementary grades. My passion is to give students skills they need to be successful learners. ... Introduce myself and get a gauge of students' learning style.... Give them practice and provide them with opportunities to perform on level skills.... Positive words of encouragement. Goal setting.... Start with foundational skills and build the student...

...a corporate career, I worked as a high school math and science teacher with a focus on algebra, PSAT prep, earth science, and chemistry. Many of my students were years below grade level, but I found ways to meet them where they were and teach them in ways they could understand. As a parent, I homeschooled our daughter from pre-kindergarten through second grade and have continued to nurture her curiosity for learning. While an area...

...were unavailable to me a year ago. As a result of my experience, I'm quite comfortable in both worlds of the English language: essential fundamentals and the new digital age. My writing skills are strong, as my Duckworth award attests. My first love is American and English literature. I'm a voracious readerso much so that I haven't owned or watched TV in decades. After all, I figure, why watch TV if I can read a...

...effective way to improve is to work collaboratively with the student. I am there to guide the student in their work, while directing them in discovering the ideas or correct answers themselves. Being a creative person really influences my style as a tutor, as I can adapt to any challenge easily and also can incorporate one or multiple strategies as is needed in the session. My goal as a tutor is to help the student...

...has strengths and abilities. Our first session starts identifying these assets. During each subsequent session, we work together to build a bridge between strengths and skills needed so that their literacy skills and their confidence develops and matures. I know this approach works and that it will work for your child. Don't let another day pass to discuss how your child can improve their literacy skills. Even in today's uncertain times, your child doesn't need...

...creative techniques, tips, and tricks that students find more enjoyable and easier to understand. I also teach a broad range of subjects that are of interest to me, including English, Essay Writing, ESL, and Biology. I've had my fair share of tutors while growing up, so I have not only learned to distinguish good from bad tutoring techniques, but I have also developed a level of relatability with my students. Other work experiences include interning...

Hi! I'm Georgie, I'm 24, and I'm a recent college graduate from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I have my professional Bachelors of Architecture and am employed full time in Philadelphia, PA. In my (little) spare time, I enjoy reading, playing my guitar, biking, and playing volleyball. I love hiking and my little Jack Russell, Stu! ... There are so many ways that students learn. I like to learn who my student is and how they think, which...

I am passionate about helping students succeed because it is hard for students to get the one on one academic support that they need. I want to help fill the academic need by providing differentiated academic tutoring for students. I recently graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Education Studies. I have worked in both private and public school/work settings supporting students in their subjects. I tutor Math, Spanish, and English as a Second Language.

...blogs and student papers. I have a strong background in history as well due to my degree. My philosophy is to mold to the student and their style of learning. I try to link the subject to something you're interested in if possible and give you the confidence you need to really excel at that subject. I like tutoring because these are subjects that I enjoy and if I can help you break the wall...

...Advance Certificate in Bilingual Education from Touro University. I have worked with students since I was in High School, providing homework help and tutoring. I have been a classroom teacher for over a decade and have continued helping students outside of the classroom through after-school programs. My favorite subject to tutor is Languages in general, especially Spanish and English as a new language! I love learning as well; I am currently learning French and sewing....

...done: balance. I confess, I am a Pinterest fanatic, and often browse through pinning ideas for teaching; but of course also, craft ideas, outfit thoughts, and quotes about all kinds of things. Recently, I came across a quote about the field of education by Todd Whitaker, which really summed up teaching nicely. "The best thing about being a teacher is that it matters. The hardest thing about being a teacher is that it matters every...

I graduated from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. I was a fourth grade teacher and have worked in special education classrooms in grades ranging from Kindergarten through fourth grade. I love helping student in all walks of life. When a topic finally clicks with a student that is my favorite moment! My favorite subjects to teach are math and reading.

...in understanding complex scientific concepts and breaking them down into manageable pieces. My goal as a tutor is to help students gain confidence in their abilities and provide them with the tools they need to excel. Beyond biology, I enjoy reading and continuously expanding my knowledge, and I believe that tutoring is not just about passing exams but fostering a love for learning. I am committed to being patient, approachable, and tailoring my teaching style...

...Studies. Throughout my school career, I have tutored many students in need of academic help and enrichment. I enjoy tutoring students because I acknowledge and understand the struggles that come with school and how the great 'aha' moment when finally understanding a topic makes all the difference in the world! I plan to tutor Math courses up to Algebra 1, English, and Arabic. Besides tutoring, I enjoy doing many things during my free time. I...

...reading, books and art. I have a Masters in Multicultural Education, an elementary certificate and have taught reading for children, both in class and as a tutor. I am a certified Wilson Reading System practitioner. I utilize both classical methods and current research to help students develop their skills in Language Arts. I truly love creating lessons and activities that will engage my students and develop a love for reading, writing and literature.

...work , that magic teachers conjure up when reading books aloud. The worlds that they create that whisk students off and take them places they've never been before. What a privilege, honor and awesome responsibility it is! I'm also reminded of a quote by Robert Louis Stevenson that sums it all up: "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant." Like Mrs. Rumphius, a character from a...

...had great difficulty with standardized tests, I am passionate about making life easier for others by passing on what I've learned! Paying it forward, so to speak. I have experience tutoring children and adults. I have taken and passed the bar exam. I have vast experience with writing and editing. I'm also a mom of three, so I understand what it takes to maximize your time. I can be your biggest cheerleader while being your...