Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Philadelphia, PA

...a range of grades. Since moving to the PA/NJ area, I am working as an itinerant teacher for the deaf and hard of hearing from grades 1 up to 12. Working with this demographic has allowed me to focus on literacy development regardless of hearing status as I work to accommodate students within the Common Core. My strongest skill set lies in literacy and I enjoy teaching history (especially American!). While I am new to...

...skills to children and young adults with various language difficulties and delays. My areas of specialty include reading, writing, grammar, communication, and executive functioning. I enjoy helping students gain skills to interact with the world around them. My goal as an instructor is to meet my students where they are at and use research-based methods to help them achieve their goals. I believe that learning should be fun, and I enjoy incorporating my students' interests...

...is not established and reinforced, even the most resilient student will be likely to fail to meet their potential and therefore fall into cycles of self defeat. It is our job as teachers to create learning environments to foster and provide opportunities for exposure to these truths. I think keeping an open mind to change and a sense of humor are also very important aspects of education. Character education that emphasizes tolerance and support will...

...to reach our potential in areas that may challenge us. If you can grasp an understanding of how you learn best, the sky is the limit. I develop my lessons on individualized needs, strengths, and interests of my students. Learning should be FUN and the style that you learn in should be what works best for YOU! About me: -Graduated with honors from Temple University (Education and Special Education) -Freelance writer -Experience teaching ages 3...

I'm a third year medical student and graduated from USC with a full tuition scholarship and a degree in Global Health B.S. I have tutored science, math, and the humanities, for several years and love doing it! I received a 2390 superscore on the SAT (99th percentile) and 94th percentile on the MCAT. I have taught English to Arabic-speaking individuals as well and enjoy helping students become more effective and confident writers.

...at Arizona State University in Biochemistry with a minor in Global Health and a doctorate in Biomedical Science from Meharry Medical College. I have experience in tutoring high school, college, and graduate school students. I tutor sciences such as biology (high school/college), cell biology, chemistry (high school/college), and biochemistry; math courses (algebra and geometry) and help with college admissions and application essays. My teaching philosophy is that since everyone's learning style and capability is unique,...

...and study skills, leadership and business subjects, social sciences, and research, and other subjects. I am also comfortable working with people diagnosed with disabilities. Learning is a process where a foundation of knowledge is laid and built upon. Each student has their own learning style and learning method. When I tutor, I work to understand each individual student's learning style and assist them to succeed in academics in a manner that is comfortable for them...

...worked to develop a customized literacy tutoring plan for elementary aged students. I am a firm believer that education is a powerful tool for personal and intellectual growth, and through tutoring, I'm committed to helping students unlock their full potential and build the foundation for a brighter future. Outside of tutoring I work at Merck in vaccine manufacturing and I enjoy relaxing in nature by hiking and traveling to various national parks. I have recently...

...in phonics. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, where students feel confident to explore and ask questions. I find immense joy in witnessing the moment a student conquers a challenging concept, which fuels my dedication to their success. Currently, I am actively teaching, allowing me to stay updated on the latest educational practices. In my free time, I enjoy reading and discovering new educational resources, which continually enrich my...

...paraprofessional with small groups of students and one on one, helping them with English assignments and creating in class work for the reading portion of their school day. I deeply believe that education is beneficial to all students from all walks of life, and hope to instill an excitement and appreciation for learning in all my students. When I'm not teaching, I am playing with my two preschool aged daughters or reading a new book.

I am an experienced reading specialist who has working with students in gaining reading goals in grade k to 8. I love what I do!

...English III for 2 years, Composition I (for college credit) English IV for one year. I have my Bachelors in English with a concentration in literature from CUNY City College and I'm currently working on a Master of Arts Degree in Creative Writing and Literature at Harvard. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and writing, cooking, and taking my rambunctious pup to the park. When I was in 11th grade, I struggled so much...

...and linguistics. While languages and language itself are my first love, I enjoy working in a variety of other subjects as well. As a student and a teacher, I prefer working from the fundamentals to memorizing facts; I feel that understanding how and why something works is a more interesting and effective method, and helps nurture critical thinking, an essential life skill. I look forward to helping students work towards reaching their full potential. Yoroshiku...

...my students. Every student learns differently, and it is very important to recognize each student's needs and strengths in order to tailor each session so that they obtain the most out of them. I specialize in math and science and there are tons of concepts that can be very difficult to understand, but one of my greatest strengths is my ability to break down the concepts in different ways which allow my students to learn...

...degree in the Communication of the Arts and Sciences. I am currently pursuing a Dual Title Masters in Rhetoric and Gender Studies at the Pennsylvania State University. More specifically, I specialize in Visual Communication of Social Scientific and Humanities Data Through Statistical and Technological Analysis. I am interested in becoming a part of the process that helps facilitate human relationships with themselves, others, and the world around them which makes me an excellent and patient...

...New Orleans (UNO), where I obtained both a B.S. in Biology and an M.S. in Molecular Biology. While a graduate student at University of New Orleans, I was privileged to work as a Biology laboratory instructor for undergraduates. Guiding these students to success in the classroom was one of the most satisfying experiences in my life. I aim to rekindle that same satisfaction here in Philadelphia, by tutoring the wonderful students this vibrant city has...

...I believe in making learning both fun and challenging. Hands-on, inquiry-based lessons are at the center of my teaching practice. I create engaging lessons that fit a student's needs and enable them to experience success. While I am qualified to tutor all subjects in grades 1-8, I especially love Science and English. It is my goal to helps students find their own love of learning so that they may be motivated to overcome any difficulties....

...a passion for them. I want students to get excited about reading to foster a lifelong love. When I am working with a student, my primary goal is to get him/her engaged in the learning process. I want my students to ask questions, think critically, and problem solve. Outside of academia I am very passionate about triathlon. I am on my school's team and I absolutely love competing with my teammates. Participating in sport has...

...Center. I also recently published a review article with my lab at Fox Chase Cancer Center. I enjoy tutoring and can mentor students of different ages in a variety of subjects. My creativity allows me to approach concepts from many different angles and determine a methodology of teaching that is suitable for the student. I have had several tutoring experiences in both my university as a TA and Chegg as a tutor (with stellar ratings)....

...fiction writer. My debut novel is currently out on submission and I hope to share it with the world soon. My teaching style can best be described as supportive and steeped in strong relationship-building. I believe students learn best when working with adults who they like to talk to. Expect that I'll get to know your child, their likes and dislikes. I'll find common ground (even if that means watching a movie or reading a...