Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Woodbury, MN

I am a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota, with a BA in Global Studies, Phi Beta Kappa. I have over four years of tutoring experience with a variety of age groups, from elementary all the way to high school! I emphasize communication and goal setting when working with students, and like incorporating a student's hobbies or interests when possible to keep material engaging!

...but am most passionate about discussing Mandarin Chinese, Algebra, and Computer Science. I've had extensive experience with those topics in AP and college-level courses, and lived in Xi'An, China for 6 weeks on a U.S. Department of State scholarship. My tutoring philosophy is "passion comes first"; I love taking abstract concepts and inspiring students with real-world applications. Excitement is the best motivator, I've found, and I've helped students achieve great growth using this methodology. I...

For me teaching is a way to give back to the community and inspire minds of every age. There is so much taught differently than when I was in school and I would love nothing more than to learn right alongside my students!

...earlier than expected, so I spent nine months working almost full-time for a small private test prep company in Richmond, tutoring students for the ACT and SAT exams. During this time, I also worked for a small company doing curriculum development in English Language Arts. In July 2019 I moved to Phnom Penh, Cambodia to teach at an international school. Unfortunately, the current situation with COVID-19 has brought me back home to Minneapolis, MN. However,...

...me with strong research and problem-solving skills, and makes me an excellent fast learner that can teach others effectively as I go. Currently, I am in my freshman year at the University of Minnesota, pursuing double majors in Special Education and Political Science (with a desire to work in educational policy). I look forward to working with younger students again, to help them find their passions and motivate them in their educational journey.

...Teacher of Music in Piano. My favorite subjects to teach are music, English, writing, study skills, and technology, but I also tutor general classes and am happy to help you with any subject! I have taught group classes, but my favorite teaching environment is one-on-one tutoring! I love helping to solve problems, answer questions, see the "light bulb" go on, and watch my students begin to enjoy the content they are studying! In my spare...

...they can tackle them straight on without any fears or second thoughts. I have a bachelors degree in Political Science from the University of Puerto Rico. Specialized in world history, international relations, US Government and I also tutor Spanish. One of my biggest strengths when working with young students is my ability to be patient and adapt to the student and keeping a consistent pace. Also I encourage my students to be better and why they...

...my undergraduate degree is in Chinese Studies from Minnesota State University - Moorhead. Although I have taught at the university level in the United States for more than 20 years, I have successfully tutored students in grades 1-12 plus adult learners in the following areas: writing, reading, spelling, English pronunciation, English grammar, mathematics, and biology in addition to improving study skills including time management and test preparation. Former tutoring clients have described me as "friendly,...

...helping develop my understanding of writing for both creative and communicative purposes. The subjects I teach are English Literature, Creative Writing, Essay Writing, and Percussion. I believe there is no better way to set someone up for a successful and rewarding life than to help them take their education into their own hands, and develop a personal drive for learning. I have experience as an after-school tutor of K-12 English Language Learners, as well as...

...and Special Education. I also have a Master's of Education from the University of Minnesota. I have taught in Elementary schools for 2+ years, and have over 8 years of tutoring experience. I have a background of tutoring various ages (3-20) and various subjects (Math, English, Science, Special Education, and many more!) I have lots of experience teaching and tutoring virtually, and feel very comfortable with virtual collaboration. I absolutely love helping children and students...

...solution and never come up right. So I'm here to help out a bit, wherever I can. If you need a different way of looking at the problem, a different way to learn the material, or just someone to help work through it with you. I can provide that kind of help. I am very open to suggestions and hope that I can help you learn what you need to learn in a fun, educational...

...on I received two levels certification in Montessori Education. I've taught adult learners working on their GED's and all grades at the Elementary levels K-6. For 28 years I taught at Minneapolis Public schools where we welcomed the Mong, Somalian and Latino students as well as the white and black students. Situated close to the University we had 26 languages spoke there! I use a friendly and straightforward teaching style to create a positive learning...

...My love for french and francophone cultures began when I was a student at a french immersion elementary school. I have been studying french for 15 years already! My hobbies include traveling, singing, playing in orchestra, hiking, swimming and spending time with friend and family. I dream of teaching english abroad after graduating from St. Olaf, maybe in France, Switzerland, Morocco or another francophone country. I'm in love with Minneapolis and the Twin Cities and...

...implemented a literacy program called PowerRead at my local elementary schools, with the ultimate goal of increasing reading proficiency to 100% of all third graders. Besides reading and English, I have a strong passion for math, including algebra, geometry, and calculus. I am extremely passionate about helping students both develop their knowledge in a subject and also their confidence in their learning abilities. Knowledge and confidence are crucial for a student's future success.

...I have a special talent for teaching in in multiple modalities and from a variety of perspectives, a skill that most likely comes from my own experience with dyslexia. I love working with young people to help them reach their goals and discover the extent of their talents. In my free time I enjoy riding my bike and spending time with friends, family and my quirky dog, Miinan. I am the director of a middle...

...on youth empowerment, women's health, and entrepreneurship. Tutoring a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish, History, and Writing. I find tutoring to play an important role in helping students reach their educational goals from a different perspective, outside of the traditional classroom. As a elementary and high school student, I appreciated having tutors outside of the classroom who invested their time in me to show me how knowledge from inside of the...

I have 11 years of teaching experience in both urban and suburban schools. My favorite subjects to teach are special education, reading, writing and history. I take pride in being able to make learning safe, fun and engaging for students.

...experience in tutoring a myriad of subjects, especially those in the humanities. I tend to like to keep sessions casual when possible-- I don't want to lecture you. I'm a strong believer that concepts are best grasped when you form your own opinions and feelings about the subject, and that happens with conversation! So, let's get to know each other a little bit before we hit the books so that I can tailor each session...

...to be a full-time educator which led me to lead preschool teacher working on the basic foundations of our curriculums. As with my students, I found I was always curious and yearning to learn more so I decided to pursue my elementary school teaching degree with a focus on special education. While working on this degree I had the wonderful opportunity to be a paraprofessional and help students learn at their own pace and focus...

...Minnesota Duluth starting this fall. I worked for SummerVentures Childcare through Northfield Public Schools, Northfield, MN, for four summers. Last summer I was the instructor for the SummerVentures Tween Program for children ages ten to fourteen. I have experience tutoring with the Luther College Student Academic Support Center. I also volunteered as a peer math tutor in high school. While at Luther College, I was also employed as a lab assistant, resident assistant, and student...