Award-Winning ASPIRE Tutors in Boulder, CO

...leave my class with a strong understanding of mathematics, as well as a great depth of wisdom about the world around them. Having worked at the college level in the admissions office, I have a clear understanding of what skills and experiences a competitive college applicant needs in order to receive an acceptance letter. Through continued tutoring and time spent with a pupil, I feel that I can improve not only a student's subject related...

I have 6 years of teaching experience in grades 6-12. Over the years I have taught everything from low level classes to AP Statistics. I have a passion for what I do and a love of math. I can't wait to use my passion and experience to help your student do their best, and feel proud of what they achieved.... To explain or demonstrate every topic in a way that reaches every student no matter where...

...you through the problems step-by-step. Each session will help the student understand the concepts and how to approach problems without feeling overwhelmed. There are two ways we can approach this, we can start by looking at the syllabus for the student's course and following a lesson based on the syllabus or I can come up with our lesson plans by assigning challenging homework to enhance the students learning. I am also willing to provide a...

...Standardized Test questions and expanding their critical thinking skills. I firmly believe that all students are capable and deserving of experiencing growth in their desired subject with the right guidance and will to learn. Academic growth and confidence creates many opportunities and a lifetime of ongoing appreciation for phenomena in the world around us. In my time outside of teaching and tutoring I enjoy reading, yoga, running, exploring the outdoors, and appeasing my sweet tooth...

...my student to achieve all they are capable of. I want to foster a safe learning environment, encourage questions, and have the student feel that comprehension is obtainable. My intention is not to just give the correct answer, but to put the student into situations where they can work through problems, and feel proud when they succeed. I will try my best to make sure the student can do their best. I am extremely passionate,...

...doing so well, though Biology is not my key focus as a tutor with Varsity Tutors. Prior to attending Willamette, I obtained the International Baccalaureate as part of my high school curriculum. I am headed to graduate school at CU Denver to pursue a Ph.D. in Public Affairs. I plan to study tax policy, focusing on economic impacts. I just took the GRE's in the last year so I have refreshed my standardized testing skills...

...the school of education at Colorado State University. Before that, I received a Masters in Theology from Princeton Seminary and a Bachelors in English Literature from the University of Illinois. I have a profound love of language, and am fascinated by the way we share our stories. I'm delighted to help with everything from test prep to writing skills and reading comprehension. When I'm not reading everything I can get my hands on, I like...

...I live in Denver, Colorado. I am an attorney who works in education. I've taken many standardized tests and difficult classes, and I know that students learn in different ways. I have designed test prep programs for international students, and I specialize in working with students who wish to go to college and graduate school. I enjoy tutoring because it's a great chance to work with individual students and help them with the specific skills...

I am currently a teacher and tutor at Hillcrest High School and Bremen High School in the south suburbs. I assist students in the field of Math but also work with Science, English and Social Studies. This is my 5th year teaching in the South Chicagoland area. I chose a career in teaching because...

...State University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English with a focus on secondary education. Since graduation, I have successfully taught Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening, and Language skills in two urban schools as well as a suburban and a rural school. I taught at a drop-out retrieval program in Chicago, and I taught at-risk and underprivileged students ranging in age from 11-21 years at Ombudsman centers in Aurora, CO, and Omaha, NE, respectively....

I have been a high school math teacher for the past 6 years, while tutoring on and off since 2006. During this time, I have taught Algebra 1 to Statistics to pre-calculus/trigonometry, including ACT math prep. I have had great success with all of my students including students with learning disabilities.... My philosophy is to really get to understand how a student's brain processes information, and then find ways to break down math content into smaller...

...advised many others informally as a banking and investment professional (Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), since 1994). Recently, I have become a math tutor, mentor and substitute teacher in the Denver Public School system and an historical adviser for a national high school competition focused on the U.S. Constitution. Since my approach to studying the past has been very comprehensive, I have also developed active interests in literature, music, art and architecture and popular culture. Along...

...me to work with a wide range of students and issues. I love language, and am committed to helping all students find their voice and the power of the written word. I have also worked extensively with students on preparation for the ACT and SAT. I love to help students realize what they already know with regards to the content of these tests and help them develop strategies that will allow them to find mastery....

...mechanics! As I am sure you have noticed, my passion and experience rests in tutoring reading and writing. I love writing, and I truly believe that everyone is capable of putting together a great novel, a smart essay, a concise speech, or a well-written screenplay. These days, many students see writing as a burden -- a long paper over the holiday break or busy work they can skirt. With writing, there is not always a...

...fun of it to classmates, students that were underclassmen, and even family friends and relatives. When I am not learning more about math and science, I enjoy watching sports such as football, hockey, and baseball. I enjoy the mechanical side of cars, and very much like to tinker with them. I am excited to be able to help students grow and find a passion in math and science - even if that is a lofty...

...the University of Colorado Boulder triple majoring in Physics, Math, and Music. I've been tutoring for three years on subjects ranging from AP Literature to Abstract Algebra and Differential Equations. In these three years I've learned some very important lessons about how we learn and what students most often have difficulty with in the classroom; foremost among these lessons is the need to understand where a student is coming from and remember what it was...

I believe that asking for help when you need it is one of the most important steps toward taking control of your own education.

...policy analyst, and educator in the U.S. and abroad. At this stage in my career, I'm changing paths to pursue a career as an educator and will earn a PhD in comparative political science, with an emphasis on the U.S. and European Union. I earned a B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College, where I focused on French and Africana Studies, and J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law. Thrilled to have recently learned about Varsity Tutors,...

...and I have found that students may learn in different ways and all can excel. I like to present material in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students...

...teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.-Confucius As a tutor it is my goal to not only teach my students the material they need to learn, but to better their core understanding of a subject and their methods of learning for the future. This way, they can continue to learn at an advanced level long after they no longer require the service of a tutor.