Award-Winning Reading Tutors in The University of New Mexico, NM

I knew I wanted to be an English teacher since 7th grade. I had an amazing middle school English teacher, Mr. Ross, who inspired my love of reading and writing; I also had really cool and creative teachers in high school. I then tutored peers in college, so I knew I wanted to help people....

...years of tutoring, my focus has always been to improve the writing abilities of my students by creating a comfortable learning environment. Writing is a key skill that takes time to master. I am here to help my students further themselves as writers, and feel more confident about their writing at school, at work, or...

...and "boring". As a teacher, it is my purpose to change this perspective in as many individuals as possible. The stigmatization of learning, perpetuated by generations of teaching students to be productive workers instead of innovative thinkers, has caused student to view learning through a black and white lens: either they are good, productive students,...

...is an easy concept to understand if this teacher didn't suck and knew how to explain things without trying to act so smart." I like making things as simple as possible and I like when people explain what other people think are "easy things" because I'll understand harder things better. If you're like me, I'm...

I became a teacher to be around learning and knowledge and I fell in love with kids after that. Now I am in teaching to allow students to discover how they were meant to contribute to the world in their lifetime. I am well suited for this role because I understand that socio emotional health...

...keep students engaged. A personal connection makes a huge difference. I have a Bachelor of Music (Theory and Composition) and a Master of Arts (German Studies) from the University of New Mexico. As a graduate student, I taught German for two and a half years. My favorite part about teaching is the questions I get...

...giving examples and practice. I utilize scaffolding to build upon prior knowledge and help students move to the next task. And I give added practice examples for areas where students are struggling i.e using evidence, analysis, organization I have a masters in Teaching English as a Second Language (especially adult ESL), and also coursework and...

...Second Language. I am a licensed and certified teacher for grades kindergarten through 8th. I have been a teacher for the past 11 years and have tutored students for 5 years in the areas of reading and math. It is a joy to help students gain the knowledge and self-confidence to succeed academically as well...

...am Samantha Crayton. I have taught first grade for several years before deciding to stay home and raise my two kids. I graduated from the University of New Mexico with a degree in Education. I have a lot of experience with elementary school aged children and look forward to this opportunity to teach your child!

Great writing and reading comprehension skills are a necessity in every field! My goal is to provide students with a solid ELA foundation for life and I genuinely believe that it is never too late to learn or simply build on existing skills.

Hello. My name is Megan. I'm currently a student at UNM. I'm starting my senior year. I'm currently studying biological anthropology and psychology. I've been an early childhood educator for the last 4 years, but I've also had the opportunity to work with school age and high school students as well. I love teaching and...

Hi, I'm Sam, and I'm here to back you up! I believe that success in any pursuit is a matter of motivation, practice, and guidance. I'll bring the guidance, you practice, and we can meet in the middle on motivation. Hope to see you soon!... Getting really good at anything is a matter of practice, motivation, and guidance. You practice, I guide, and we can meet in the middle on motivation.

...my degree in English and Secondary Education in 2013, and taught 7th and 8th grade English for one year. Though I am now doing behavioral therapy for kids with autism, I haven't lost my passion for teaching! I have experience tutoring a range of students from elementary to high school. I specialize in teaching writing,...

...a tutor at UNM's Center for Academic Support. I have been ABQ Charter Academy's English Intervention Instructor since 2011. I offer one-on-one, customized instruction for scholars who experience difficulty reading. I also run ABQCA's Dual College Credit program, through which scholars can earn credit in high school and college simultaneously. I hold a BA in...

This my first year tutoring by I am very excited in helping you through your academic career. I know what its like being a student and how some extra help can be extremely beneficial. I myself am a current student at CNM community college. This will be a great milestone in pursuing my dreams as...

...trained as a Writing Consultant at the University of Denver Writing Center. I worked as a Writing Consultant throughout undergrad and really enjoy collaborating with writers on ANY kind of writing at ANY stage of their writing process. My favorite genre to work on is personal statements and applications. I am excited to meet you!

...of any health related field! I also double majored in biology and public health in college. I love math and science. Lastly, I am an avid reader and have considerable experience writing and editing essays of all sorts. I love teaching and am so excited to help you learn in whatever way works best for...

am someone who loves to teach new things to people and to share my knowledge.

...experience sewing and designing clothes and costumes and would be very happy to share what I know with others. I have never met a pattern that cannot be improved upon! My teaching style is always affirmative. I believe in praise and encouragement when earned and frequent doses of humor whenever appropriate and possible as it...

...we, the students, published an original magazine with creative work by undergraduates from more than 220 colleges and universities. In short, we had to learn small business technology, fundraising, marketing and distribution, event planning, and small press management and operations. Today, my work has taken me beyond academia. I now work for a landscaping company...