Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Tucson, AZ

...Laude status with degrees in English and Russian (with a minor in Pre-Med), but I have been active in accumulating useful experience in editing and writing scientific and nonfiction content. This is because I am very passionate about entering a career that provides the resources to move education forward, adapt to reforms in educational policy, and opens a dialogue with clients and educators about sustaining comprehensive educational technology that centralize curricula, assessment, reporting, monitoring, and...

...a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics. Currently I am pursuing my Master of Education degree through the University of Arizona. Prior to starting this program I lived and worked in Ecuador teaching English as a Foreign Language with the United States Peace Corps. I have also lived and taught English in Spain and Honduras. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about...

...my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from the University of Arizona in 2005. Since then, I taught Kindergarten for 8 years and am very familiar with the new Common Core standards. While teaching, I also tutored students in math and reading after school twice a week for an hour. I left teaching full time in 2013 and began substituting in grades K-6 giving me experience with all the elementary grade levels. I am passionate about...

...I was very successful with using different techniques such as differentiated centers, projects and adapted lessons to meet each student at their level and interests. I also won the 2016 Sustainability in Education Award for a unit I created that involved the local Community Supported Agriculture and setting up our schools' first greenhouse. I recently moved to Tucson and have been teaching reading to Title I students and teaching ESL online to Chinese and Korean...

...all levels of high school English and Art. I believe in focusing on the objective on hand while treating every student as an individual. Extensive knowledge and high test scores are worthless if the teacher cannot impart that knowledge on the student. I do this using my sense of humor, mnemonic devices, and being relatable which makes learning interesting and relevant. Students have told me I am kind, approachable, and encourage a sense of openness...

...I graduated magna cum laude from George Washington University with a major in Philosophy and a minor in Chinese language and literature. Since then, I have gained significant experience tutoring while teaching English in Shenzhen, China. I am comfortable teaching in a wide variety of subjects, and am especially confident in English, writing, Mandarin Chinese, and LSAT prep. I have found that a relationship of respect and equality with students is essential to a worthwhile...

...children for a total of 15 years, from preschool through high school. I volunteered in many school settings. I also worked as a middle school Special Education inclusion paraprofessional, and as a teacher's aide. Additionally, I worked for several years as a Title 1 Tutor in a public charter school for "At-Risk" high school students. I like to be able to meet students at their level, and discover their interests and what motivates them. From...

...the titles that I have held, working with students to help them understand a concept is extremely rewarding, so I have continued to tutor throughout my career. I am also the mother of three kids. Two of my children have are qualified gifted and have needs in school to be challenged academically, so they are not bored. One of my children is a struggling reader who needs many different approaches to learn concepts. As I...

...themselves. During my student teaching, I was fortunate to get an opportunity to work with Title 1 students in the areas of Math and Reading. This experience encouraged me to get a reading endorsement. I feel that every student has the ability to learn and grow. Each student has their own learning style. A teacher must tap into this learning style. I love working with students and helping them achieve their goals.

...of Arizona. I initially pursued my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting before shifting my degree path to English, so I have an extensive Humanities background. When I am not working for Varsity Tutors you can find me working as a Digital Marketing Strategist in Downtown Tucson, hiking the trails around Tucson (and beyond), sticking my nose in a fresh book or talking to anyone that will listen about the finer points of baseball (Go...

...experience as a TA and course leader for students at the University of Arizona taking classes in history. I have taught and tutored K-8 math, reading at all levels (from phonics development to critical anaylsis of texts), study skills, SAT preparation, social studies, and history at the high school and undergraduate level. While each subject is rewarding in its own way, as you may have guessed from this statement, I love history. Getting students to...

...and Social Studies at a local middle school. Previously, I taught music and reading at the elementary level. I have worked with high school students on college test prep and taught undergraduate Music Theory at the University of Arizona and Yale University. I have tutored Math through high school Algebra privately and am certified to teach middle school math. I enjoy helping students understand challenging material and love that aha moment when a student finally...

...safe pilot. Whether it's helping students with their flight training or explaining complex aviation concepts in a clear and engaging way, I am committed to making the learning process both enjoyable and effective. I also have a large background in reading, writing, and public speaking. Throughout school I took honors and AP courses. I am dedicated to fostering a love for reading and writing, ensuring students feel confident and motivated to continue improving their skills.

I am an environmental law attorney who loves to work with people. I was also accepted to medical school after college. In addition, I worked as a Research Assistant at the Institute for International Economics in Washington DC for two years. Also, I volunteer with the Pima County Environmental Education Department. I assist with leading nature walks and presenting educational programs to school children. I seek to share my passion for learning. My joy is...

I am passionate and committed to education.

...Effectively incorporate the love of Science, literature and different computer skills into all lessons creating enriched learning activities. Knows how to install computer assisted gadgets like panaboard and raspberry pi. Create a good sense of communication skills through computer aided instructions among students. Possess outstanding interpersonal, presentation and classroom management skills. Encourages diversity among children to accomplish common goals -"to teach wholeheartedly and to teach effectively". These qualities have earned the respect of faculty, colleagues,...

I am a K-2 teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have been teaching for 7 years and am working toward a Master's Degree in Elementary Ed with an Emphasis on Reading. I absolutely LOVE teaching reading and fostering a love of reading in all of my students. As a tutor, I would help your child reach their goals in reading, writing and math so that they can be just as successful...

Teaching kids is my passion. I am an elementary school teacher in the Mesa area. I have experience working with kids in many different settings. I love working with them, and helping them reach their full potential, is my ultimate goal. Being in the classroom with my students is my all time happy place! Happy learning!

...students in grades K-12 with any academic troubles they may have. I'm a National Merit Scholar with a 35 ACT score, and I have years of experience tutoring in math. I can cover a variety of subjects ranging from elementary math, to pre-Algebra, all the way up to Calculus. I also specialize in test prep, especially relating to the ACT and SAT. Furthermore, I have multiple 5 star reviews from previous students, so you can...

Hello, my name is Kara Synhorst, and I am passionate about education! I currently work for Boys and Girls Clubs of Tucson, but I have been tutoring since the age of 16 and I still love to make time for it. I have tutored people from the age of 3 to over 50 in a variety of subjects. While English is my passion and where my expertise lies, I am also a very capable study...