Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors in Boulder, CO

...medical school because my father stressed the importance of mathematics when i was very young. It helped get me through the hardest parts of college. Even now, while on leave from Med School, I am able to do what I love, because of those who helped me in the past. I first began tutoring seriously in college. I began with college algebra and moved on to science courses such as chemistry, genetics, and biology. I...

...of adjusting to life in college. In high school, too, I enjoyed leading my peers in study groups for various classes, from English to History and so on. Following my graduation, I spent a year working for the Psychology department as a Paraprofessional. I ran all of the Introduction to Psychology labs, helped with other labs and classes, and hosted writing workshops for both Introductory students and senior thesis students. I also worked for the...

...moving from my home state of Texas to Colorado. My tutoring style is patient, analytical, thorough, and engaged. My main goal is to help you become a better problem solver by focusing on foundational knowledge, critical thinking, and reasoning. I value all subject matter, but I find mathematics and science to be the most powerful and exciting fields of study. Outside of academic and professional pursuits, I enjoy climbing mountains, racing cars, fencing, and playing...

...can 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...

...studied both of these subjects in college, so I feel confident in these areas. Plus, I love reading and discussing it and am eager to share that passion with others. I have lived abroad in two Spanish-speaking countries, and I want to help students improve their Spanish skills so they can have similarly wonderful experiences abroad. Basically, I want to help students understand how these areas- English, Spanish, and even SAT subjects- can be interesting....

...During my studies there I tutored at-risk teens at a nearby high school, focusing not only on the academic aspect but on cultivating mutual respect with the students as well. The experience I gained from this position has shown me the underlying tenacity in young men and women to learn if the curriculum is tailored to their interests or presented with a novel perspective. Additionally, my ESL certification has granted me further opportunities to hone...

...standard canoeing, hiking, and crafts. This particular summer camp is more of an experiment in community, offering ideas and activities for children to cultivate self-awareness, actively practice love for one another, and ponder philosophical ideas relating to our physical world as well as the metaphysical. My program directors urged me to examine myself and notice how I affected my community; as a counselor, I reflected the same intention onto my campers. I was solely responsible...

...in English. I started tutoring while still in college, and I've been teaching ever since. After graduation I taught in four different countries: Reunion Island (where I learned to speak French), The Republic of Georgia, South Korea, and, of course, the United States. I specialize in English tutoring: writing, reading, ESL, literature, etc. I also teach French and the non-math sections of the SAT. I've taught every age level - from elementary school to adults....

...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 to my economic policy professor. I have a passion for academia, and I bring my love of learning to each tutoring session. While I approach the subject material seriously, I believe a healthy dose of humor is also appreciated.

...This 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.

...and writing. The art of literature and all that it encompasses can be a powerful tool in the discovery of one's self and others, for literature can open new doors to new worlds while at the same time validate one's own life and experiences. The art of writing can do the same; it is a source of self-expression and a window into someone else's world. Literature and the language arts are naturally holistic; they touch...

...with Honors in Philosophy with minors in Women's and Gender Studies, International Studies, and Persian. Before college, I studied for a year in Germany on the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Scholarship, and I have continue to travel as much as I can across the United States, down the Pacific Coast, to Montreal, Spain, Italy, and Germany. While I tutor many subjects, I am most passionate about Math, German, and standardized test prep. I believe we learn...

...of experience teaching English at Brooklyn Technical High School), and SAT and SHSAT tutor (previously with Inspirica, and also on my own.) I have a great deal of experience teaching English, but also have a very high skill level in math (I got 800 on my math SAT years ago:) My areas of expertise include: ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, and SAT. I just moved to Boulder, CO, and my greatest passion is teaching, and mentoring teenagers.

...hand in hand), both for academic purposes and personal growth. My experience has ranged from spelling and mechanics with elementary and middle schoolers, to college essay organization, and test preparation with high schoolers. I spent time in college helping friends and classmates fine-tune extensive thesis papers, edit personal statements for graduate-level programs, and yes, even spelling and mechanics! As I am sure you have noticed, my passion and experience rests in tutoring reading and writing....

...for many years, a private tutor in my time as an undergraduate, a Visiting Professor of English Language at Pammukale University in Turkey as a Fulbright scholar, and a preschool teacher on the South Side of Chicago. I am a published poet, a children's book author, and have developed curriculum for elementary, high school, and university-level students in early literacy, English Language Arts, and test prep. I currently work for a nonprofit organization that trains...

...sought out multiple modes of instruction to better meet students’ needs. In working one-on-one with students or in a small group setting, I found ways to provide instruction based on individual learning preferences and – perhaps more importantly – worked to show students how to advocate for and maximize their own learning styles. I have extensive experience tutoring for the ACT as I taught Saturday and after-school test preparation classes. As a senior English teacher,...

...and a Bachelor of Arts degree in both Spanish and Romance languages through Truman State University. My multiple study abroad experiences have helped me to develop teaching and learning strategies suitable for both immersion and classroom style settings. I have worked with students of all age groups and demographics and take pride in adapting each tutoring session not only to the coursework being studied, but also to the individual student and their particular learning style.

...and I studied Spanish in college as well to understand the grammatical structure of the language as well. I can help you with conversational Spanish, grammar, and making your accent sound more authentic! I'm mostly a visual learner myself but can explain concepts very well with either auditory or kinesthetic means. I pride myself on my ability to go back to the last concept a student was "with me" on and taking it slowly and...

...Japan, South Korea and Vietnam and now consider Asia to be my second home. While teaching, I taught anywhere from ages 2-80, so I have experience with a wide variety of ages and abilities when it comes to English Language speaking. I also became certified in ESL through the University of Cambridge in 2007 with a CELTA degree. In my experience as a tutor, I love to involve the student's own interests into the lessons....

...and believed strongly in big family dinners: I really enjoy cooking those and sharing those with family and assorted friends. Teaching philosophy: I strive to unselfishly understand my students and quickly get to the heart of their learning goals and obstacles. I teach as an equal and a coach. My goal is to empower my students to become learners and observers, becoming the best possible versions of their academic selves. I believe learning is not...