Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Boulder, CO

...All chaos comes from ignorance, and all peace comes from truth. Moving from that level to the personal, i'd say the general rule is, those with a formal education have a leg up on those who don't. You'll have better options for employment and have an easier time living the life you want to live. I myself was only able to get into medical school because my father stressed the importance of mathematics when i...

...to when they struggled. I have therefore had ample opportunities to learn what it takes for students to succeed. This has led me to instruct students in everything from Elementary school math to graduate school research projects. My specialties are Writing, History, Test Preparation and Social Sciences. I strongly believe that the key to educational success is for students to take ownership of the material and to accomplish teachers to make learning personal. I strive...

...Chemistry and am currently pursuing my PhD at the University of Colorado 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...

...can be for my students. I've spent many hours working individually with 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...

...recent graduate from Washington University in St. Louis with a degree in Biomedical 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,...

...Florida and a Masters of Education from Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, Florida. 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...

...from taking a group of students on a scientific expedition on the high seas through 11 countries. I really enjoy teaching and working with students, as well as learning new things. I grew up in South America wandering ancient Inca ruins and the Andes and speak Spanish and English fluently. I spent just enough time in Colorado to earn a degree in economics, magna cum laude. Since then, I have been working in a variety...

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...

...on teaching by then, so I earned my TEFL certificate and taught ESL in Prague, Czech Republic for 1.5 years. While teaching, I strive to act only as a guide so that the student can come to the conclusion on his or her own. I avoid lecturing at all costs, preferring for the student to be as productive as possible. When presenting new information, I aim to engage the student first with something interesting, briefly...

...I have specialized in the teaching of writing. I'm a published writer myself, and currently working on a new masters degree in Boulder in religion. I have worked with students ranging from 6th grade through college freshman, but most of my teaching career was with 6th - 12th graders, teaching writing and all kinds of literature. I help students find their voices in written work while also learning to adhere to academic standards. With my...

...can learn. It is the educator's job to find an instructional style that works best for the student's learning style. It is a teacher's responsibility to persevere so students find a way to access content and reach a deep level of understanding. Every child is different. Getting to know students on a personal level, recognizing strengths, setting goals, and tracking and celebrating progress are imperative steps for children to find continued success in education. My...

...spring board into my career path as a Sales and Marketing professional within the Health Care, and Biotechnology sector. My daily interactions with PhD scientists, MDs and many others, provided a constant learning environment for me to expand my knowlege base. These folks, we not just by clients, they were my teachers, my tutors and my inspiration to learn more. My tutoring experiences encompass, literacy, reading and writing skills for K-5 graders. I tutored within...

...9-12, and collaborating closely with an IB-focused English department while teaching in an IB school abroad. I knew I wanted to become an English teacher when I was in high school. Reading and writing has been a long-time passion of mine and I am genuinely excited and inspired by my students. I believe that a positive learning community that nurtures each student’s potential is necessary to develop successful global citizens and lifelong learners. This occurs...

...school in Iowa, a summer studying Arabic in Texas, and a semester studying and traveling in Italy. Now, I am lucky enough to be working on my Masters at DU. I have a goal of working at the UN after I graduate and pursuing my doctorate to teach at the University level. I have been so fortunate to have these wonderful opportunities, and I hope my passion is something I can share with others. I...

I received my bachelors degree from New York University. As an attorney who has lived and studied in the US and abroad, my teaching style is influenced by my experiences. I understand that students learn in different ways. I believe in creating an environment conducive to students meeting their goals without too much outside help. Outside of work, I love to hike and explore the mountains in Colorado.

...strengths of mine as well, and subjects that I would be excited to tutor. I had tutoring for a number of subjects, including the ACT, SAT and Latin, over my academic career; much of that instruction has bled out into how I like to approach tutoring. I would describe my teaching style as very much trial and error. I personally believe that the best way to teach is to practice examples and problems. I like...

...of Arts in Biochemistry as well as MCD (Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental) Biology while minoring in Chemistry in 2015. I love exploring all of the cool things that this world has to offer. By dabbling in a little of everything I can set my sights on what really holds my attention. My primary interests lie in the sciences, where learning what makes our world turn drives my passion for knowledge. I believe that successful tutoring...

...a variety of subjects, as well as working as the editor of the Arkansas Tech University literary magazine. I received degrees in both Creative Writing and Theater at Arkansas Tech University by working hard as a full time student, while also working part time as a server. During this time, I learned the value of hard work and how important it is to do something that you love. I recently moved to Colorado in order...

...While in college, I was a tutor, and later a site coordinator for the Children’s Literacy Center, where I supported first through sixth grade learners in their reading and writing. I also worked as a fellow in the admissions office at Colorado College, where I interviewed prospective students and evaluated admissions essays. I then received my M.Ed. from the University of Virginia is Educational Psychology in 2013, specializing in motivation and fostering a “growth mindset”...

...succeed. I have worked with students from Kindergarten to college, in a variety of subjects. I really enjoy tutoring Phonics, English Literature, and Writing. I like to see students develop a love for language and start to make connections between the texts that they read and their own lives. I earned my B.A. from Colorado College, graduating magna cum laude; Sociology was my major and Art History was my minor. After graduating, I spent two...