Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Philadelphia, PA

...an educator and develop valuable skills in order to connect with each student individually and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of each child. I work incredibly hard to ensure that my students are being supported in all areas. I use positive reinforcement and foster students' independence to ensure that they will be successful even after we are done our lessons. I have successfully tutored a number of students outside of school since becoming a...

...my Master's in Occupational Therapy. My favorite subjects to tutor are Biology, Anatomy, and Physiology due to the nature of my coursework, but I have always loved English as well! I also have lots of experience working with kids, so I can also tutor any subject at an elementary or middle school level. Additionally, I have experience with AP Biology, AP Psychology, AP US History, and AP Language and Composition, and would love to help...

...to each student, as I am fully aware that each person learns in unique ways. As a student myself, I approach my tutoring sessions as both a helper and as a peer, but never as a superior. As evidenced by my schooling, I have been trained at two top scientific institutions, currently at University of Pennsylvania. This extensive science and clinical background lays the foundation for my ability to help others in the scientific field. I...

...University, class of 2012 majoring in Elementary and Special Education. I have a strong passion to educate young minds. I view my chosen profession as one with a responsibility to inspire students to take ownership for their own education by providing them with the proper tools to succeed. Recognizing that every child has different capacities for learning it is also my responsibility, as their educator, to make sure I know my students' individual needs and...

I have been a special education teacher for 18 years. I love teaching children how to read and write. I am going to the newest workshops in that field this summer. I am familiar with a lot of different programs, teaching strategies and activities. I am looking forward to working with your child.

Hi! My name is Denise, & I am passionate about helping students find their voice. Writing is hard work and if you don't understand the mechanics of English grammar, the task becomes even harder. That's when I come in! Together, I hope we can turn what feels more like a burden into a blessing.

...at Haverford College, and I tutor various subjects including Algebra I, Test preps, Mandarin, and Biology for middle to high schoolers. With more than 4 years of experience of tutoring middle to high school students, my experience aligns well with the qualifications you are seeking in a tutor. In addition to my experience, I have a strong acadmeic background and great passion in watching my students succeed in subjects that they are struggling with

...production teacher teacher. He has been teaching for 7 years, specializing in tailoring lessons to each student based on their unique music goals. Taylor strongly believes music should be a joyful and fun experience where students' development is fueled primarily by their own love of their favorite music and tangible progress. Lesson plans focus on learning accessible songs of the student's choice, and developing skills through that process. Taylor also has a home studio in...

...as an instructional aide for a student in 3rd and 4th grade where I learned so much about elementary education and spent time in many classrooms. I also had the opportunity to be a substitute teacher in the county I live in which provided with me even more opportunities to be in the classroom. I currently teach 1st grade in Philadelphia. Teaching has allowed me to do what I love - help children succeed, help...

...the teachers, and me. The ekphrastic student writing (i.e., writing about art) produced at one residency was displayed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. For many years I taught Creative Writing and Literature on the college level, as a lecturer at varied colleges in the CUNY system. I then went on to join the full-time Creative Writing and English faculty at Penn State and, later, Franklin & Marshall College. Now, I work...

...to go for long runs on scenic trails! I also enjoy other areas of health and fitness. I have a passion for cooking (and a little baking) and enjoy experimenting with new recipes. When I am not busy in the kitchen, I enjoy trying new local restaurants with my friends and family. My dog, Taffy loves when we spend time in the yard playing fetch with her ball or a new stick! I look forward...

...University, working towards obtaining my B.A. in English Literature, with a minor in Russian Language and Culture. I tutored throughout high school and most recently through a non-profit called Hatch Tutoring, where I mostly tutored students in elementary and middle school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Science (particularly Chemistry), and Algebra. I believe that it is important to get to know students in order to better...

...of eyes seeing what you may be too close to your writing to see. learning well is about knowing oneself. You have to trust your gut in order to learn about what you need to engaged with a subject. Learning is not easy. It is not a science. Sometime there will be things that just won't stick in your head. But you can have support and someone to keep you on track and keep you...

...helping them develop confidence in their abilities, explore new interests, and achieve their academic goals. I tutor a variety of subjects including English, reading comprehension, writing, history, social studies, and study skills. While I enjoy working across multiple disciplines, I am particularly drawn to tutoring writing and history. These subjects allow students to develop their voice, connect past events to present realities, and think critically about the world around them. My teaching philosophy centers on...

I graduated from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. I was a fourth grade teacher and have worked in special education classrooms in grades ranging from Kindergarten through fourth grade. I love helping student in all walks of life. When a topic finally clicks with a student that is my favorite moment! My favorite subjects to teach are math and reading.

...comfortable and encouraged to ask about the reasons behind grammatical rules, syntactical differences, stylistic preferences, etc. Consistent, rational writing and tactful, reflective reading are the result of diligent, patient thought. Everyone is capable of reading and writing well! Your success is my success. I'm motivated to help my students thrive and welcome all individuals with all styles of learning. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or think I could be...

...teacher in Philadelphia, I am consistently focused on small group instructional models in my classroom to assist students in their particular area of academic instruction. Tutoring is where there are many different ways to approach and solve a problem, but the most important part is meeting a particular goal. Breaking down the focus skill, whether it be in reading, math, or science is of the utmost importance so my students can become independent learners.

...strong soft science background (including marine bio, freshwater bio, ecology, genetics, molecular bio, biochem...) so please connect with me if you would like to work together in a science class. I eventually got to medical school, but a lot of classes didn't come easily for me along the way -- I know how it feels to hit roadblocks, but I have also gained valuable experience about how to overcome them. What kind of learner are...

...Bachelor of Arts degree is in Elementary Education and my Masters degree is in Special Education. I have been a certified teacher for 10 years and have taught elementary through middle school ages. My passion is for elementary age children, especially in Math and Science. I believe a strong foundation in education begins in the early years and I love to encourage my students to never lose their love of learning and exploring.

I am a certified teacher who is willing to help students of all ages reach their potential.