Award-Winning Psychology Tutors serving Scottsdale, AZ

...Colleges for 17 years. I also worked for elementary schools as a teacher's aide. I generate enthusiasm in my methods of teaching. I am friendly and warm and my style is sincere and easy going. The students I undertake make major gains in their school assessments as I use different techniques in teaching so the child or adult understand the subject in an easy way. I truly love and enjoy sharing my knowledge, skill and...

...helping students learn the basics of history and psychology and then make deeper connections with that knowledge. Helping students to to grow and overcome challenges gives me a great sense of purpose. I have a deep knowledge of learning standards and strategies to help students to learn across multiple content areas. I have a Bachelors in Secondary Education from ASU and a Masters in Bilingual and Multicultural Education from NAU. When I am not tutoring/teaching...

...confident individuals in their learning and encourage them to have a desire to learn more. It is essential that as the educator, we inspire students beyond what they believe they can achieve and help them to reach their goals. I strongly believe building positive relationships with individual students' matter; children need to feel able to make mistakes without feeling judged for them to progress in their learning. I am willing to respond to the needs of...

...for a few classes, meaning that I assist different professors with day-to-day tasks. Due to my job I work regularly with students in a variety of courses such as Sociology, Communication, and Psychology. I also help many students with their academic papers, lending a hand in terms of making sure they answer all parts of the paper and that everything flows smoothly. For me, the best moments are when I can sit down with a...

...leader in my high school's marching band, the team manager for the wrestling team, and a teaching fellow for The Hotchkiss School's summer program. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about psychology and writing due to my studies. I firmly believe that inclusive and supportive environments are important for the growth of all students. In my spare time, I enjoy writing, playing music with my friends, and listening to...

...I came to see exactly why 'prep school' is preparation for college academics. Once a person really comes to understand how to write a thesis statement, they'll find there is no end to its usefulness! A big part of my educational philosophy was formed as we homeschooled through fifth grade and our homeschool Latin teacher explained that "ludus"meaning playing games was the ancient ideal of the classroom. Finding the fun in learning is my goal...

I am a medical student excited about teaching. Since high school I have tutored peers and worked at local elementary, middle, and high schools to help students of diverse backgrounds learn Spanish and math. In college, I was a chemistry major and was a chemistry tutor, workshop leader, and lab assistant. I look forward to working with you!

...those re-taking failed classes to those applying to (and being accepted at) the best universities. I'm proud to say that I've helped all my students reach their goals, frequently pushing them to exceed their expectations. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time outdoors and exploring all that Arizona has to offer -- it's so different from the east coast that I just can't get enough of it! I also like taking my telescope out...

...reading comprehension. I love helping folks find their voice and strengthen the way they communicate with the world at large and I have a particular affinity for the way science and art intersect. I believe that learning is a multi-modal process involving a successful application of various teaching styles, in conjunction with other positive social and environmental factors that lead to long term retention and overall success. I currently captain an underdog roller derby team,...

...impact in someone's academic journey. I've always enjoyed working with kids and helping them feel more confident in subjects that may seem challenging at first. I tutor Math, Reading, and SAT preparation. While I enjoy all these subjects, Math is my favorite. I love the logic, the step-by-step nature of solving problems, and the sense of accomplishment that comes with finding the correct solution. It's like solving a puzzle, which is another thing I love....

...subject to tutor is Mathematics, particularly Statistics and Basic Algebra. I enjoy those specific mathematical subjects because I believe they are the most black and white subjects and therefore, the easiest to break down for a student. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing a student's face light up when they finally understand how to break down a math problem. Aside from Mathematics, I am also enthusiastic about tutoring Spanish linguistics, explaining psychological concepts, and editing...

...students that I work with, and will do whatever I can to help them succeed and thrive. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Special Education. I speak fluent Spanish and have lived in Mexico for 2 months during my Master's degree program. I am a huge sports fan, with basketball, baseball, and football being my favorite. I am also an avid reader, with Stephen King being my favorite author. I look...

...tutoring children anywhere from ages 3 to high school. Furthermore, I spent this past summer of 2012 living in a rural village in Africa, teaching school children (ages 11-15) to read, write and speak English. It was one of the hardest and most rewarding things I have ever experienced. Throughout high school and college, I have excelled as a writer and am extremely confident in my ability to write and edit, whether it be creative...

...route to a PhD. I have tutored various psychology/social sciences and research/statistics courses as an undergrad teaching assistant, but my primary subject of tutelage is English writing and composition at all skill levels. As a national merit scholar, I am also qualified to help students prepare for the ACT and SAT/other standardized assessments. My teaching philosophy is one that centers the student and frames learning as a collaborative process; I hope to build holistic growth...

...setting. I teach various ability levels in the subject areas of writing, math, and reading. I have also worked as an art teacher through Explorations Summer Academy and taught 6th grade English at a summer school. My tutoring experience includes: tutoring African refugees living in Oregon, tutoring children in Ecuador, teaching preschool as an AmeriCorps member in a low-income community in California, and tutoring children living with their families in Bolivian prisons....

...and chemistry as an undergraduate. I have experiences in tutoring learning disabled students of diverse academic backgrounds, and in serving as a lab Teaching Assistant for college undergraduate students. I specialize in areas of math and science such as algebra, trigonometry, SAT math, biology, physiology, and general chemistry but am also well-versed in essay writing. My aim as a tutor is to help you understand the material while making the learning process enjoyable.

...my world is all about my family. I'm a proud mom to five amazing kids who keep my life full of joy and laughter. You'll often find me with my nose in a book, dreaming up our next family adventure, or cheering loudly at a baseball game. My life as an educator and a mom has taught me the power of patience and compassion, and I try to bring that warmth and understanding to everything...

Hello, my name is Hailey. I am currently a junior at GCU studying Elementary Education. My goal is to become an elementary teacher and make a difference in others' lives.

...I have also been helping students with test prep for SAT/ACT Math. Students I have tutored have gone on to Stanford, Berkeley, UCLA, UC Davis, UCSD, UIUC, UPitt etc. College students from Berkeley, UC Santa Cruz, Carnegie-Mellon have also sought my tutoring in specialized subjects. My hobbies are traveling, gardening, cooking!! Been to several countries in Europe (most recently Finland, Norway, Sweden). Most recently Japan - great country with great people. Japan is the most...

...that help more analytical people feel at home in creative disciplines or vice versa. If you are a gifted artist struggling with Math, or an aspiring scientist struggling with creative writing, I'm your man! I am also a very experienced writer and editor. In my free time I enjoy hiking, literature, ultimate Frisbee, international travel, soccer, baking, music, strategy games, and philosophical discussions. I have lived in Africa, Western Europe, and Russia and visited over...