Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Sugar Land, TX

...in these subjects new ways of approaching their topic, whether a historical event or a classic novel, greatly improves comprehension, enjoyment of the subject, and test scores. Simply providing a new context for learning can create a better understanding that turns a weak subject into a strength. With all my students, I emphasize a balance between memorized aspects like vocabulary, and analytical skills that demonstrate a more thorough knowledge of them material. Apart from tutoring,...

...school and was a mentor for the new foreign language teachers. My evaluations were always the best possible, and I received an outstanding teaching instructor and role model award in 2008. I have read, evaluated and scored the Advanced Placement Spanish Literature Exams for the College Board for the past five years. I am a very upbeat teacher, using not only the textbooks and CD's, but songs and rhymes as well to help students learn...

...ultimate goal with students is to make a connection with them and bring alive pre-algebra, phonics, the questioning mechanics of the SAT - whatever the student is learning. When a connection is made, we can bridge the gaps and make learning fun and lasting. Everyone can be a math person, everyone can love grammar, everyone can write a stellar paper. Every student is different, and every student can achieve success. In my free time I...

...philosophy is that every child can/will succeed given the right tools and encouragement. I have a significant amount of experience in elementary education; particularly in: reading, reading comprehension, and phonics as well as upper level ELA (English Language Arts): essay-writing, proofreading, and editing. My teaching style is very interactive and hands-on, my most important goal is to meet your student's needs. My interests are running, teaching, cooking, traveling, volunteering, and being with family and friends....

I started tutoring professionally in 2002 while I was in college. In 2004, I tutored English, French, Latin, and constitutional government for Baylor University's Student-Athlete Services and stayed there the first two years of law school. I love working with foreign languages. I speak English natively, French fluently, and Spanish and Arabic proficiently. I also can read and write Arabic.

My name is Sharon, and I have been an educator for over fifteen years. I am passionate about education. I enjoy using innovative techniques to incorporate skills that will be useful to my students. My goal is to enhance each student's learning and help them rise to a higher level. Some of my hobbies are cooking (I'm a foodie), reading, and going on nice walks or scenic drives.... My teaching philosophy is that every student should...

...on studying and understanding the nuances of English and French in both reading and writing, though I also have a strong foundation in mathematics, ranging from Algebra to AP Calculus AB. Additionally, my ACT score was 33 (99th percentile); I completed ACT tutoring courses as a high school student and am familiar with the strategies used to maximize scores. I will use Varsity's methods to enhance your student's experience with Varsity Tutors while taking their...

...also tutored students one-on-one in preparation for the Biology STAAR retake tests. I feel that recognizing an individual's learning style and adapting my methods of teaching is the key to getting the information across. I understand subjects best when I am truly interested and passionate about it. So, I try to teach my students with that same passion in hopes that I might ignite them not only to absorb the material we are currently studying...

I am a newly retired educator. I have recently moved from Bellevue, WA where I taught 5th grade. I enjoy working with students - watching them learn and grow is a very rewarding experience for me. I want to become a tutor because I really miss working with students. I look forward to working with students and families on building academic success!

I strongly believe that every student is capable of learning, we just have to find the right tools and strategies to help them be successful. I am currently going into my 18th year of teaching, and have taught a variety of students and subjects.

...A&M University for graduate. I am an Elementary Math teacher by heart. I am currently working as a Math Instructional Specialist for Spring Branch ISD. I have taught grades 1 to 5th, and really enjoy working with kids. I put a lot of passion into teaching because I want our students to know how much fun learning could be. I don't accept students giving excuses as to why they can not learn. It is all...

Just like fingerprints every student is different. To teach them that way should be the norm - not the exception. Why should the roses bloom in the same way as the lilies?

My true passion is in helping children discover their strengths, and guiding them to find ways to use those strengths to create academic success for themselves.

I majored in environmental engineering at Tufts University, then woke up one day and decided to go to business school at the University of Kansas. At KU, I lived in a dorm and helped dozens of freshmen with math and English homework. I love being able to help people and take pride in my students doing well, so I'd like to continue doing that with Varsity Tutors.

...in English. I am also a native Spanish speaker with 17 hours of College level Spanish credit, and a 5 on the AP Spanish Language exam. I love taking time to help students understand content, and more importantly, understand how to learn content so that it stays past just test day. I remember what it was like to be a student and how difficult it can be to balance multiple classes in challenging subjects. That...

As a dyslexic writer, I know the struggles students can encounter when trying to tackle tough subjects. I believe in letting students explore their interests and personalities in order to make learning fun while supporting them through difficult concepts to encourage mastery.

...in a variety of educational settings. I first started out teaching abroad in the Korean University system (Donnguk University & Daegu Catholic University) for 7 years. After my son got close to kindergarten age, I moved back to the states where I became interested in special needs students. This fall I am completing a Masters of Science in Special Education Teaching and will be starting my doctoral studies at either Texas State or University of...

...Writing, Literature, History, Social Studies, Psychology, and Philosophy. My test prep fields include STAAR, PSAT, and GRE Analytical Writing. I also help students with college essays, essay editing, and public speaking. Writing tutorials are what I find to be the most enjoyable. I see more student growth in writing, not only because the skills we build are the most holistic, but because growing in writing and self-expression helps one grow as a person. I am...

...homeschooled. All subjects, levels and grades taught including test preps and beyond college. I will find different techniques and methods to help students learn their work, as not all students learn the same. I am available most days and times and also tend to assist students on days they do not have a session scheduled if they are struggling with homework etc. My main focus is the student and their success, so whatever it takes!

I am a former Children's Librarian and Pre-K Teacher turned stay at home mom and private instructor. I love all things reading! As a tutor, my goal is to help students develop a strong foundation of subject fundamentals, critical thinking, and confidence. I have a Bachelor's Degree from Baylor University in Music Performance and have continuing education and a career background in both early childhood literacy and music.