Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Ann Arbor, MI

...through 9 who have wanted to improve their grammar and reading comprehension, as well as to improve standardized test scores. I have also performed in the capacity of the Facilitator of student academic enrichment, workshops, mentoring, social skills, and life skills. My most enjoyable experiences come from helping struggling students achieve their goals of better GPA's and better standardized test scores. I am very passionate in the belief that all children deserve the attention of...

...(in math and ELA), and Emotional Impairments, as well as but not limited to physical impairments. It has always been a pleasure working with our special needs population. Working with students that have different dis'ABILITIES' has taught me how to be patient, humble, and creative. I am grateful to have a career that I enjoy daily and improves the lives of other people! In my spare time, I enjoy being with my family, playing games,...

...passion for mathematics. I've worked in Hollywood as a screenplay analyst, and I can tell you firsthand how good writing and historical know-how are important in the ever-expanding creative economy of the 21st century. And of course math! You can never have too much math! I take pride in defying stereotypes and proving that creative people can also be good at math! I have a great sense of humor, experience working with k-12 and college...

...As a tutor, I specialize in helping students prepare for the ACT and the AP World History exams, and have a great deal of experience in helping students improve their writing and reading ability. I am also able to tutor students for the SAT as well as history and English courses. I am planning to return to school to earn my M.A. in Education. I have proven success in preparing students for standardized examinations and...

I am currently an undergraduate student in my third year at the University of Michigan studying Biomolecular Sciences and Gender&Health with the hopes of attending dental school one day! I have experience teaching organic chemistry in laboratory settings and really love giving back to my community!

...technical writing. Outside of technology, my passion is Education. I am a published author and I come from a family of educators and helping others learn is very fulfilling for me. Literacy and reading is one of my core values for an improved quality of life. I like to make learning easy and fun! This year, I did volunteer work in Florida to help elementary students with mental health, self esteem and resiliency which are...

...program at DePaul University in Chicago in 2011. My tutoring experience started while I was in the Marines from 2001-2005; I frequently had to help some of the troops out with all kinds of topics, ranging from personal finance to hydraulics. After serving, I dedicated myself to helping returning veterans get situated with their GI Bill benefits and application essays. I respect those who seek knowledge and personal improvement and I believe that it is...

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...In my opinion, every student has the ability to succeed in mathematics with the right approach. One of my most important objectives in teaching mathematics is to develop in my students an appreciation for mathematics, and to help them understand how mathematics can directly relate to and benefit their daily lives. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, connecting with friends, walking, cinema, playing Scrabble, singing, playing flute, catching up on current events, and being...

...the most valuable skill that I could pass along to a student is the ability to become your own tutor by learning strategies to make complicated things seem simpler. I have to do this all the time as a college student and I would love to pass this on to others. I plan on going to graduate school after I am done with undergrad and getting a master's degree in molecular biology and hope to...

...I graduated, I moved out to Arizona for a teaching job. I taught in the classroom for five years. I have taught one year of fifth grade Math, two years of third grade, and two years of second grade. Aside from my classroom teaching, I have several years of experience tutoring children of all ages in Reading and Math. Although I have many years experience in teaching and tutoring all subjects, Math is my favorite...

...people and ideas, so I learned that the clearer the communication is, the better! I really enjoyed my work there and I seek to continue that as a Varsity Tutor. In my free time, I enjoy reading and writing. The main genres I'm interested in are fiction and fantasy, but I don't restrict myself to those two. I spent several years working at the library in my hometown and really delighted in the atmosphere there....

My name is Holly Sirka and I am an English and theatre teacher to middle school and high school students. I love reading, writing, hanging with my husband, playing with my puppy Pippa, shopping with my sister, going to museums, seeing plays through local theaters, and trying new restaurants.... My teaching philosophy is that learning requires 200% effort; 100% effort from the teacher, 100% effort from the student. Everyone can learn- we just have to understand...

Hello! I am an English instructor with 17 years of experience teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language. I am experienced in writing tutoring at the college level, and also have experience preparing students for English proficiency tests such as IELTS and TOEFL. I believe that language learning should be fun and personalized! I look forward to working with you.

Hello, I'm a 25-year educator and I'm excited to join Varsity Tutors! I have been a second grade teacher, fourth grade teacher and middle school counselor. I have a Bilingual-Bicultural endorsement and I love working with English Language Learners. I can truly say that I don't have a favorite grade level; every student is unique and fun in their own way. Please let me know if I can support you in your academic goals!

I'm an experienced Bilingual Tutor / Instructional Assistant for more than 10 years at the public school of Ann Arbor, MI. I graduated Ewha Womans Univ. in Seoul Korea majoring Education Technology. My teaching is always adapted by each students because all students have they own learning skills and pace. I like to have good communication and relationship with students. Learning is efficient when students are confident mind and have trust on subject and teacher.

...experience will also benefit your learning progress. In 2007, I earned my Multiple Subjects (K-8) Certification from California State University, Monterey Bay, a university that stressed outcome-based education. More recently, I worked as an adult educator for Southwest Solutions' Early Childhood and Family Literacy Center; in that position, I helped adults learn how to learn and how to help their children progress academically. Additionally, I have significant professional experience as a writer and editor. So...

...I worked with a range of children between the age of 3 weeks to 12 years old, caring for them and providing an environment that allowed them to learn and grow. From there, I wanted to expand my experience in the classroom and took a role as a building substitute teacher at an elementary school. Through this, I worked in all elementary grades, teaching a variety of subjects and learned a lot about myself and...

...Genetics, Law, Mathematics, Business Management and I have a special interest in ethics and Philosophy. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree double majoring in Genetic Engineering and Art with a minor in Mathematics from the University of Wisconsin - Madison with time spent in residence at Stanford University in Vision Science psychology and a postgraduate diploma in Ethics as well as a Juris Doctor from the University of Western Ontario with a lawyer license...

I am a passionate learner and educator with a vast amount of experience working with learners of all backgrounds, needs, and preferences. Let's learn together!