Award-Winning SAT Reading Tutors in Boulder, CO

...by a visceral love of adventure. Despite these innate qualities, I am also very driven to help other people, and tutoring is a simple, yet powerful and effective way I can help others. I have done a lot of tutoring work in the past working with students of all ages from the elementary to college level. I have a strong background in the sciences as well as other subjects. I also have extensive experience with...

...material and to accomplish teachers to make learning personal. I strive to understand each students' unique strengths and struggles and tailor my presentation to their needs. I earned my B.A. from Colorado College in International Political Economy. I have a Masters of Public Policy from Pepperdine University and I am currently applying to PhD programs in International Development and Foreign Policy. Outside of academics, I am an avid gamer, both tabletop and video games. I...

...figure out which one works best for them. I love getting to know my students personally so that I can best match my teaching style to the type of person and learner they are. I have a B.A. in History from Brown University and a Masters of Science in Environmental Education, plus over 7 years of teaching experience. I don't give my students the answers; I give them the tools to be successful in whatever...

...way students can critically evaluate what writers are saying, as well as use these strategies themselves when they want to articulate their own opinions. I believe that it’s important to become familiar with the common structures and tactics used in writing in order to develop one’s own voice. In my experience tutoring reading and writing, I love seeing my students become more and more comfortable navigating texts and writing their own.

I can help with math and science subjects for students of all ages, as well as test prep. I was valedictorian of my high school and have a BS in mechanical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. ... I believe in helping students develop a deep understanding of the fundamentals behind the problems they're trying to solve.... I want to keep things light and breezy. I want to get to the know the student...

...a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and International Relations. I have an interest in Global Health and have spent extended time in Geneva, Switzerland studying global health and Thimpu, Bhutan working in a hospital. I tutor a broad range of subjects including exam prep for IB, AP, ACT and SAT exams. I firmly believe that everyone can succeed at standardized tests when coached in the right approach and given the tools to help them succeed....

...myself, so I prefer to remove all judgments about students and work with them so that we can find the best way to help them learn. I have worked as a tutor in middle school and high school classrooms in Greeley while I was a student at the University of Northern Colorado. While there, I worked with the district's AVID program, which emphasizes small-group, Socratic-style, tutorial sessions to help its students develop necessary critical thinking...

...coursework in both the physical and natural sciences, and a GPA of 3.87. I also studied at an IB high school and graduated with the highest marks in my class. I have 8 years and over 1000 hours of experience tutoring and teaching. I have tutored students age 7 - 22 in subjects from French to Math to Biology. As a tutor I am patient and kind. My goal is for all the people I...

...turn drives my passion for knowledge. I believe that successful tutoring involves assessing how a student learns and adapting my teaching style to best fit the needs of the student. In this manner a student can learn in a way that seems to come naturally and allows knowledge to flow more seamlessly. Fostering a passion for learning and encouraging growth as a successful student are my main goals as a tutor. Outside of the lab...

...Society in High School I logged many volunteer hours tutoring high school students struggling in Math, History, and most other high school subjects. I tutor a wide range of subjects including History, AP Government, several different grade levels of Math and SAT prep. Math has always been my favorite subject to tutor because finding the right answer is always possible and with a patient teacher any student can master the subject. I wholeheartedly believe that...

...groups, as well as one-on-one sessions, helping students navigate through various writing assignments in all subject areas. As an English teacher for more than two decades, I know the issues that most students experience as readers and writers. My extensive knowledge of American, English, and world literature, writing techniques, reading comprehension strategies, speaking skills, and grammar allow me to work with a wide range of students and issues. I love language, and am committed to...

I am a lifelong learner, having earned 69 semester hours of credit as a working adult. I have a varied background, which includes a career as an attorney and a judge, teaching from middle school to the college level and teaching/living in China for three years. I have the ability to work with individuals from all walks of life and help them achieve academic success. ... The curriculum must be taught in a way that presents...

...client interests in various legal settings including during interviews, negotiations, depositions, and hearings. I have significant experience conducting investigations for clients examined by domestic and foreign regulators and litigating white-collar and securities law issues. I attended NYU School of Law and The University of Maryland, College Park where I received degrees in both journalism and government. I am looking forward to utilizing my strong research, writing, and advocacy skills to tutor students in many areas.

...the ACT, SAT and GRE quantitative section. I believe in personalizing tutoring sessions and setting goals achievable together. I know every student doesn't love math or chemistry as I do, so I make sure to include games, flashcards and learning tools to keep sessions fun as well. I also enjoy helping students develop test taking strategies that utilize their skills and natural tendencies. On my own time, I love soccer, snowboarding, anything outdoors or athletic,...

...JumpBunch. I also have experience as a Reading Partners tutor, a first grade classroom intern, a pre-school classroom intern, a tennis instructor and an Elementary School reading tutor. I have developed invaluable skills crucial to being a successful educator through these experiences. I have earned over 15 college credits in the School of Education at University of Maryland. My studies and experiences have helped me develop exceptional communication skills with my students and their families...

...Colorado Denver with a concentration in online learning. I believe in a student-centered approach to learning, one that draws on the experiences of the learner to build a solid foundation and natural curiosity that drives the learner towards enduring understandings. I have worked with students ages 5-16 and taught both lower elementary and middle school. My academic passions include science, American history, government, and literacy instruction. I've directed a literacy tutoring center for struggling beginning...

...tests, where it is crucial not only to learn the material but also strategies for success on test day. My favorite part of teaching is seeing improvement in my students and I endeavor to keep tutoring sessions active and fun. Students learn best when they are engaged, and I strive to keep my students thinking and smiling for the entire lesson. When I am not working with students or in class, I am usually playing...

...I recently moved to Denver to pursue a Master's degree in economics at the University of Colorado at Denver. My long-term goals are to earn a Ph.D. in economics and to become an economics professor. As a result, I am eager to gain as much teaching experience as I can. I have over seven years of tutoring experience, ranging from teaching SAT prep to tutoring college classes. In addition, I served as a student assistant...

...subjects, including test prep (SAT, GRE, PSAT, AP). I was a National Merit Scholar for the PSAT. I'm awfully pleased to be putting my poor, neglected English degree to good use! My tutoring philosophy generally centers around identifying a student's strengths and weaknesses, and giving them the organizational and problem-solving skills they need to address academic challenges on their own. I've conducted writing workshops and edited newspaper copy since I was in high school, and...

...graduation, I have worked as a middle and high school science teacher in Mississippi and Colorado. I tutor a few different subjects, but I am really passionate about helping students improve their standardized test scores as they prepare for college. Improving SAT and ACT scores can really open doors to admission and scholarships at great schools! Currently I am a graduate student studying social work at the University of Denver. In my spare time, I...