Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Boulder, CO

...students long after the school day ends to help them prep for the ACT, polish their English papers, or understand a math concept. I know that every student learns differently, and as a teacher and tutor I aim to give my students a diversity of learning approaches so that we can figure out which one works best for them. I love getting to know my students personally so that I can best match my teaching...

...I am certified to teach Kindergarten-6th grade in Florida, hold a reading endorsement, and am in the process of becoming certified in the same subject areas in Colorado. I have 2 years of experience teaching Kindergarten in Florida, before relocating to Colorado late last year. I really love working one on one with students as I feel the uninterrupted time together yields better results. I like that I can dedicate my time and energy to...

I am a middle school French teacher in Parker but have taught either Language Arts or ESL for the past seven years. I have a lot of experience working with students of various backgrounds and have had a proven record of success with my classes. I have worked one on one before with students, helping both their grades and skills greatly improve. I'm looking forward to meeting and working with you!... I would spend time getting...

...world around me, be that math, science, or why my garden behaves differently in Colorado than my family's in Nebraska. Early on in life, I loved numbers, patterns, and the problem solving nature of my parents' careers. This led to me enjoying math, science and engineering and turning those interests into a potential career. Using my passion for these subjects, I have tutored many middle school and high school aged students, along with helping my...

...Boulder. My research involvement has given me direct experience with many chemical concepts taught in class settings and has given me a deep appreciation of and excitement for the sciences. Through tutoring, I hope to share these insights and excitement for the subject while deepening conceptual understandings. The greatest metric of success in a tutoring session is being told that I was able to break down explanations from the student's class and reformulate them into...

...written word. I believe that writing is one of the most important skills that a person can have today. No matter the field, the ability to communicate clearly and compellingly is invaluable. In my tutoring, I focus on helping students identify the strategies that writers use to make their point. This way students can critically evaluate what writers are saying, as well as use these strategies themselves when they want to articulate their own opinions....

...in Global Health and have spent extended time in Geneva, Switzerland studying global health and Thimpu, Bhutan working in a hospital. I tutor a broad range of subjects including exam prep for IB, AP, ACT and SAT exams. I firmly believe that everyone can succeed at standardized tests when coached in the right approach and given the tools to help them succeed. I have studied french extensively and spent time in both France and Switzerland....

...Engineering. My engineering coursework in college let me explore many different fields of study, an asset that gives me strong basis for tutoring a wide variety of subjects. I am a very active individual, and I am highly curious about everything. I always want to try new things, and I am driven by a visceral love of adventure. Despite these innate qualities, I am also very driven to help other people, and tutoring is a...

...since. After graduation I taught in four different countries: Reunion Island (where I learned to speak French), The Republic of Georgia, South Korea, and, of course, the United States. I specialize in English tutoring: writing, reading, ESL, literature, etc. I also teach French and the non-math sections of the SAT. I've taught every age level - from elementary school to adults. Being a teacher is the most fulfilling job I've had, and I love it....

...B.A. in History/Political Science, and received my teaching certification in Secondary Social Studies Curriculum and Education from the University of Colorado, Boulder. I have been a middle and high school classroom teacher for 11 years, teaching Social Studies and English. I have 6 years of experience teaching Reading Intervention to students that were 2 to 8 years below grade level. These students averaged nearly 3 years of growth per year in my classroom. The high...

...where they are - a relationship that builds skill and confidence. I believe everybody struggles with academics at some time, so we are going to focus on working toward success and improvement. I bring this empathetic approach to my interactions by breaking down the material in a way that it can be mastered step by step. My core value is that competence breeds confidence - and confidence creates momentum and positive feelings toward the subject,...

...PhD program in Natural Resource Economics at Colorado School of Mines in the Fall of 2015. I love helping students of all ages achieve their academic goals. I have no fear of standardized tests, and would even venture to say that I enjoy them. I love hard courses and questions that make you really think. I have always been a student who peers know they can turn to for a explanation of complex concepts that...

I am a second year university student that is studying English with a writing concentration. I am passionate about the study of writing because I feel that it allows us to express and view experiences through countless perspectives. I hope to portray my love for English to all of my students in order to assist them in achieving the success that they are seeking.

I am a recent college graduate with previous experience tutoring NCAA athletes in a variety of subjects. I understand students have different motivators and how to identify what inspires someone to work harder. Additionally, I recognize that each person has their preferences and work with students to customize plans and teaching styles. ... Every student has the ability to learn, it is just a matter of finding a way to make the info "stick" in their...

...and multi-cultural perspectives and I love teaching Spanish, writing, and test prep. I spent six months in Peru during my Junior year of college, where I studied Spanish, Quechua (an indigenous language), and conducted independent research focusing on the intersection of tourism and indigenous rights. I recently taught at a bilingual school where I focused on teaching math and grammar. I have also worked as a research assistant and librarian for several years, so I...

...introducing them to the world of reading. I believe all students (even high school) enjoy to read SOMETHING. My goal is to help them find out what they enjoy reading and then teach them how to enjoy reading it. I believe in the concept of one-on-one student/teacher interaction because so much can happen when an educator can see each individual learner and his/her full potential-- something often difficult in a large classroom. When a student...

...was there, I worked for ACES as a behavioral Interventionist for children with autism. At Varsity Tutors, I will be tutoring elementary math, high school English, essay writing, and Psychology. My favorite subjects to tutor are English and essay writing. I have always had a passion for literature and enjoy discussing and analyzing works of fiction. My teaching philosophy when I tutor is that every child should be provided the opportunity to succeed. I am...

...GPA. I have a lot of experience tutoring, especially high school aged students, and it's a big passion of mine. My long term goals consist of joining the Peace Corps and becoming a high school teacher. I have previous experience with the educational non-profit City Year, an AmeriCorps funded program, which provided me with a lot of skills and resources to be an effective tutor. I am very excited to work with any age group...

I enjoy helping people understand their subjects especially math. I realize that students learn in different ways and some need more time and attention to understand their material. I hope to find the way to connect to each individual student to help them understand and master the subject at hand.... Communication of material in an understandable manner is the essence of teaching. Flexibility in methodology and creativity in getting the point across are keys to being...

...and II, but I get in a lot of practice with some more elementary math and lots of geometry (my favorite math!). In the next year, I would like to have my teaching license. I am quick to joke and make even the shyest, least interested student giggle. In the end, if you are looking for a tutor who really invests himself into his students achievement, look no further, your student's success is my greatest...