Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors in Tulsa, OK

...lofty goals and maintain high expectations for success. Embrace diversity and allow for expression of thought and critical analysis. Experiential learning has great value. Plan for success and never forget the value of using Blooms taxonomy in lessons. I believe that students can learn in any setting. Education is about perfecting communication. Focus on identifying students, accessing their needs, and providing them with the tools they need to learn. Educators and institutions should be pillars of...

...in International Studies at the University of Oklahoma, where I am also a Graduate Teaching Assistant. Before matriculating at OU I taught English full-time in South Korea, which allowed me to hone my pedagogical skills. My favorite subjects are History, Geography, English, Government, Civics, and Critical Reasoning. I believe that everyone can excel with enough dedication and the right guidance. Whether it's drilling critical reading skills for the SAT or GRE, developing writing strategies for...

...read, improving reading comprehension and fluency skills, and ESL. I love meeting new people and finding creative ways to help them learn. A tutoring session with me is student centered, motivating them to have agency over their learning. I ask a lot of questions to guide a student's thinking. I enjoy tutoring writing because the complex process gives me a window into how the student thinks. As much as I love tutoring writing, I have...

...received an Associate's Degree in English and Liberal Arts. I'm currently taking two years off of college as I build my house. Afterwards, I will pursue a Bachelor's Degree in English Writing. I value the discipline it takes to learn, and I am a staunch believer that there isn't anything someone can't learn. Likewise, I believe that everyone has the ability to learn, and there are no 'unteachable' people in the world.

...in a number of subjects. I enjoy working with young people, and put an emphasis on making learning fun and effective. No one student is the same, so I work to figure out what works best for each student. Much of my teaching knowledge comes from my time spent as a teaching assistant in graduate school, coupled with my more recent participation in youth ministry where I taught a class and Boy Scouts, where I...

...students. Due to my experience teaching abroad, I already know how to adapt lessons and materials to different learning levels, and I know how to think outside the box to help students learn and problem-solve. I will be TEFL certified by the end of February, and have most recently spent time tutoring college students in grammar and essay writing. I'm patient and easy-going and like to make my learning environments relaxing and fun--school is stressful...

...comes to academics. I peer tutored all through high school, and I am so glad that Varsity Tutors has given me the opportunity to continue my passion. I attended Rice University in Houston for undergrad, and I was a Biochemistry and Cell Biology major. I specialize in biology, chemistry, and standardized test tutoring. I am a medical student at OU right now, and I hope to one day join Doctors Without Borders to help set...

...course for two semesters to young men in prison working toward Associate's Degrees while incarcerated. I really enjoyed helping these passionate students work on their writing and reading skills to better themselves and their circumstances and it was incredibly rewarding to see their progress over time. As a student of the humanities myself, I am a true believer in the significant role the arts and humanities have in our educational system and the importance of...

...these aptitudes. In addition to studying Science, Technology, Education, and Math (aka STEM), students must master languages, business precepts, geography, history, and so much more! 21st-century learners have a significant load to bear! They may discover that scholarship alone does not afford as many opportunities as it once did for their parents. They need to acquire an ever-evolving toolbox full of soft skills born from emerging technologies. As exemplary digital citizens, they responsibly collaborate with...

...teaching comes from a love in showing every student, especially the ones who feel overwhelmed by English and writing, that they too already have the creative and imaginative tools in which to grow in these areas. I have tutored high school students over the last decade in ACT/SAT prep, seeing each of my students increase the initial scores they wished to improve upon. At Tulsa Community College, I enjoyed the privilege of...

...want to learn how to determine the correct answer. The best and quickest way to do that is to show the student how an experienced, licensed CPA reads a problem, determines whats important, and resolves the issues. I also always save the spreadsheet as we proceed and email it to the student at the sessions end. As licensed CPA, I have to maintain at least 40 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) per year. Therefore,...

...West Windsor Plainsboro School District, so I understand how stressful and competitive academics can be in and around this area. I tutor several subjects though I am strongest in the humanities particularly in preparation for the AP European/American History exams as well as the AP American Government/Comparative Politics exams. I also offer ACT/SAT Writing, ACT/SAT Reading, SAT Verbal and ACT English tutoring. My approach to tutoring is centered on the belief that nothing is particularly...

My name is Jaimie and I am a recent graduate of Northeastern University with my Bachelor's of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. I am currently working in the lab of Professor Robert Langer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working on novel drug delivery systems for the gastrointestinal tract. I am hoping to attend medical school in pursuit of becoming a...... I believe that every student learns in his or her own way; some of us...

...school and have been teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my students achieve a thorough understanding (those "Aha!"...

I am currently a student at Ithaca College pursuing a degree in physics. I am very passionate about math and science especially, and I have found that teaching students is another passion. I have experience tutoring high school students in areas including algebra, algebra 2 and AP Physics 1. I love working with students to help them achieve their goals, and finding exactly what teaching style works best for which students.

...writing can also be very rewarding. In my spare time, I am an avid home cook and runner. I also love crossword puzzles and spicy food. I feel that the most valuable aspect of education is learning how to think in different ways and approach problems from various perspectives. Even if a few years from now, you cannot quite remember how to graph an equation, at one point you thought through how to present information...

...The-Most-Interesting-Man-In-The-World's. As a teacher, I try to "guide learning" rather than just reciting facts or "teaching at" a student. I believe that discovery is the most exciting way to learn as well as the best method for producing long-term recall; it also tailors every learning experience to the individual student. I was most inspired to pursue this Socratic style of teaching after taking several courses in college from a professor who had perfected the technique....

...New York for college, and now am back in my hometown working abroad for companies on the East coast. All throughout high school I taught volunteer music lessons and swimming lessons through programs such as Seattle Music Partners and loved it - I always am excited to help teach others, and the SAT in particular was a test which I spent a good amount of time examining during my high school years. I taught myself...

...year and a half studying abroad. During my time traveling throughout Asia, I worked and volunteered as a teacher for students of all ages, gaining significant experience in tutoring a wide variety of subjects. From ESL to public speaking, I have had the chance to help students make remarkable advancements in both confidence and competency levels. I am particularly passionate about tutoring English, Mandarin, and standardized test prep. In my experience working with students struggling...

...a Master of Arts in Teaching. Education is the key to success but when you don't understand something, it can be frustrating and disheartening. That is why I want to help you understand the material and concepts you are struggling with and give you the skills and confidence to move forward with your studies. I am passionate about teaching and learning and would love to help you on you or your child on the journey!