Award-Winning Phonics Tutors in University of Wisconsin-Madison, WI

...of learning that I had growing up, because that guides me through life. I especially enjoy teaching writing and math. I'm sure this is heavily influenced by the fact that I learned those skills from two of the greatest teachers I ever had -- my mom for math, and a woman named Amy for writing.

I am a current Master's degree student at Illinois State University, where I study Communication. I currently work both as a private tutor for high school/AP English, ACT prep, SAT prep, and as a graduate teaching assistant at my university. I have several years of tutoring and teaching experience working with clients from a variety...

...be an iPad, Chromebook, or Windows device. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family playing card or board games, as well as video games. My favorites are sports-based, such as Madden Football, as well as many Wii Games. I also enjoy spending time outdoors fishing, hunting, biking, or playing yard games.

I'm a lifelong educator, former professor and counselor who believes in the importance of fostering and cultivating individual strengths and interests in order to address areas of need.

...range of subjects from reading comprehension and English grammar to AP Spanish. Most recently, I worked in an elementary school doing homework support and am very familiar with K-5th curriculums. This allows me to identify and fill gaps that elementary students might have in any subject including math. I took the ACT in high school...

...be a student; I used to hate math, and in high school my grades were barely passable. The key to learning and succeeding is not only to have a desire to learn, but to have a teacher that can match your learning style. I like to take time to get to know who I'm working...

...in reading and general mathematics for elementary and middle grade students. My approach is to begin by assessing needs of the student. Sometimes this is done informally and other times it is more of a formal, written process. Once we understand needs, then we can make a plan for moving forward. Outside of education, I...

...Point with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education with a minor in English as a Second Language. During my pre-service teaching years, I was heavily involved in tutoring opportunities and after-school homework assistance programs. I firmly believe that each student should have the opportunity to succeed with the support of their...

...learning and only find it boring. Education should be about discovery and empowerment; it should never feel discouraging. As a tutor, I give tutees as much power and choice as possible in order to help them become independent learners. My teaching style revolves around their learning style and needs. In my free time, I love...

...My goal is to give my students the tools they need to significantly improve their work by effectively maximizing their personal gifts and knowledge. My first meeting with you will include a conversation about the most effective studying styles for you, because every student is different! I am an avid reader and always have a...

...believe that all students have the potential to achieve, and I tailor my instruction to allow each individual student to reach their highest potential. I have worked one-on-one with many students and enjoy that setting because it allows me to focus all my energy on making sure that one student learns the information needed. Through...

I have been a teacher for a total of 7 and 1/ 2 years. I first began teaching at a Head Start, starting out as an assistant teacher and moving my way up to a lead teacher. As a Head Start...... To make learning enjoyable and meaningful.... Try to help students laugh and smile to put them in a happy mood.

I passionate about teaching and education. My major is Elementary Education and I hope to be a Reading Interventionist someday, so it's great that I can get more experience in tutoring and helping others. I was previously a Literacy Tutor coordinator and Assistant Literacy teacher/support at one of the MMSD public schools.

Together we will learn in a relaxed and calm environment. I love to laugh and bring humor into the classroom. Be prepared to work hard and have fun. Learning is a great adventure. Let's explore together.

...learning styles). Another thing learned, from an audiologist, was adults who listened to lectures and speeches retain about twenty percent of what they hear. Knowing this has assisted me in teaching by lessening my frustration with students who may be having difficulty grasping concepts. I stopped blaming myself and stopped blaming the student and started...

...history, as well as helping my students prepare for AP and college entrance tests. In my tutoring sessions, I aim to tailor the tutee's time to their own learning style, rather than just a "one-size-fits-all" mentality. Over time, I like to really get to know my students so that I can really get to a...

Hello! I am Rachel. I have an Associate in Liberal Arts and a Global Studies certificate from Madison Area Technical College, and a BA in anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I have successfully tutored MLA, Chicago Style, and APA throughout my own college career, and have over a year experience teaching English as a...

Hello there! My brother always said I would end up a teacher one day, and here I am! I want to help every student find their voice and be effective communicators. I have a passion for the English language in all its forms. I am always learning and growing, and I fundamentally believe you have...

Hi! My name is Patrick, and I'm currently a neuroscience/psychology researcher at UW Madison. Teaching is one of my passions - I love being able to help students learn and understand class material.

I'm a passionate lover of learning - both for myself and others. I don't think there's ever a point in life where learning isn't important. I have experience in a mix of subject areas, including a BA in Psychology and an MA in Industrial Organizational Psychology. My goal is to always be able to individualize...