Award-Winning Spanish Tutors in Cleveland, OH

Structure is important, but education only occurs through authentic, meaningful engagement with the material at hand. I invite students to join me in thought-provoking conversations about how a given project, skill, or lesson can inform and enrich their present and future lives.

...along the way), opened my books and started reading. I started by reading children's bible books written in Spanish. It gave me a basic understanding of the grammatical structure and vocabulary. After 4 months, I was proficient but decided I needed something more. So, I decided to study at Kent State University. At Kent, I participated in a foreign exchange program, worked at a Mexican restaurant, participated in Spanish Club, and represented in Modern and...

...recently taken the MCAT, I not only thoroughly enjoy working with students but I also understand test-taking strategies for standardized tests. I also have experience helping students prepare for the SSAT. Tutoring is rewarding because as a tutor you must ascertain the learning style of the student and then teach according to that learning style. Not every student has the same style of learning and it is rewarding to know that a student understands a...

...of science, the rules of grammar, and the events of history are the way they are, and by lifting the curtain on the intricacies of the subject matter. I believe that learning is, and ought to be, for its own sake. Math and philosophy, and their nuanced interactions, are my great passions. I've run more 5ks and 10ks than I can count, but the validation of completing a long race is nothing like the satisfying...

...sociology, minoring in psychology. I then attended Michigan State University, where I received the master's and doctoral degrees in sociology. My areas of interest included Latin American societies and so I learned Spanish as well. I have three times had teaching assignments in Central America. I worked for many years as a full-time professor and academic administrator; I have since retired but continue to teach social sciences courses on a part-time basis. I have worked...

...am a Biology BS and Biomedical Engineering BS candidate at Notre Dame College. Outside of school I am a resident assistant, a varsity soccer player, and member of the biology, chemistry, and philosophy clubs. Additionally I volunteer through a local nonprofit at various nursing homes, as well as coach 8-12 year olds at my previous soccer club, Cleveland United. My hobbies include playing soccer and playing the guitar. I am happy to help with Mathematics...

...tutor. My junior year of college I studied abroad in Madrid, Spain, where I solidified my understanding of the structure of the Spanish language from its origin. Because of my experience I believe that practice, and therefore tutoring, is the best way to learn a language. Since graduation, I have worked in the mental health field. Working with this specific population has prepared me to collaborate with people who have all types of learning disabilities,...

...also lived in Italy for two years where I studied Piano Performance, Music Theory, and Italian at the Conservatory of Naples. I have taught and tutored students of many ages and backgrounds. I am an adjunct faculty member at a few local career colleges where I teach English Composition, Public Speaking, Business Writing, and Computer Applications. I also teach Piano and Music Theory privately. I have also worked with students in vocational rehabilitation where I...

...it was like to be on the other side feeling frustrated trying to learn and grasp topics like DNA transcription and translation. Through my experience tutoring, I have helped students develop various learning styles to help them understand the material better. In addition to one-on-one tutoring, I was a Supplemental Instruction leader for the intro biology class at the UA, and I created lesson plans, games, and activities to make learning fun for the 350...

...have traveled to Mexico, lived with native people and eaten real authentic food, which by the way I loved every bite of it (but again who doesn't love food!). My experience with students has been good because I help them understand in an easy way in order for them to grasp the concepts. My teaching philosophy would be to help the student reach their own set goal, whatever it may be. I will help with...