Award-Winning Spanish Tutors in Scottsdale, AZ

...Michigan State University. I majored in Education and minored in ESL and English. I also have a specialization in urban education and have completed almost half of my masters degree through MSU. I love working with students and helping them achieve more then they thought they could. I love tutoring students in reading because I have a huge passion for it. I believe that every child can be a reader they have just not found...

...break down a math problem. Aside from Mathematics, I am also enthusiastic about tutoring Spanish linguistics, explaining psychological concepts, and editing papers for both mechanical errors and content expression. I have spent the past six years tutoring and have become intensely passionate about helping students love school as much as I do. Outside of academia, I am passionate about soccer. I played soccer at Mesa Community College and club soccer at Arizona State University. Now...

...teach psychology and statistics at Glendale Community College and plan to teach other courses there in the future. I am very excited on the first day of every semester to meet my new students! It is my goal to make all the material relevant and interesting. I want my students to be as excited as me to learn each and every class. While I currently teach college students professionally, I still really enjoy tutoring younger...

...brother needed help with his math homework. Not only did I enjoy it, but there were positive results for him as well. I have a well-rounded background including everything most math-related fields (as my major requires me to have an extensive mathematical background), computing, and acting. Although most technical students don't have the time, or perhaps the desire, to engage in an art, I actively pursue my artistic interest acting in movies and taking classes....

...and changes of society, my statistic courses allow me to focus on the numerical side, providing to a comprehensive education and outlook. The integration of these fields gives me a greater understanding of society, globalization, and the learned versus psychological traits and behaviors that govern it. I am inspired to take my future into my own hands and develop a study where I can use the knowledge of formulating and conducting my own research to...

...experiences truly helped to make me a more well rounded and cultured individual who can adapt easily to the needs of others. I absolutely love to read, which is why I love helping students in Language Arts and Writing. I worked for 2 years at my alma mater University, helping college students with disabilities develop their academic skills. While I did assist them in all subjects, I mostly helped them to develop their writing, time...

...development as a second language learner. My approach to this issue has always been and will continue to be proactive, involving the cultivation of a positive rapport with the students, creation of positive and safe learning environment and a high emphasis on the content of the material. When the students are provided with comprehensive activities that are interactive, culturally significant and meaningful to everyday life, they are more likely to be motivated and focused on...

...generalist and do enjoy teaching outside of my main area of research. I have been teaching Spanish since 2005, as a graduate student at the University of Arizona, and in visiting professor positions at the University of Arkansas (2011-2014) and Arizona State University (2014-2015). I have taught all levels of Spanish language, literature and culture, from first semester language courses to doctoral seminars in Medieval Spanish literature. In my free time I enjoy classical music...

...(when I have any :)) I enjoy water sports. I like scuba diving, surfing and just being near any water in general. I also spend my time with an organization called Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE), which reaches out to girls of all ages to promote women in STEM careers. Some highlights of the past year include a Badge Blast with the Girl Scouts, high school demonstrations and taking our members to an archery...

...special needs children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Oppositional Defiance Disorder and some emotionally disturbed children. I have experience in the medical microbiology lab at the Hawaii Department of Health and a virology research lab at University of Hawaii at Manoa. I love Microbiology and Spanish! I have been studying Spanish language and linguistics for the past ten years, and combined with my Hispanic background I have been able to successfully complete a competitive interpreter...

...types of learning). Teachers can attempt to teach to different learning styles, but sometimes trying to accommodate for all seven can be incredibly tedious, especially when there are a lot of students in a class. In these cases, your child could be struggling with a subject merely because it isn’t being taught to him/her in a way that is conducive with his/her learning style. This is where a tutor, particularly one capable of recognizing this...

...philosophy consists of two major elements: Communication and productivity. It is important to me that the student is able to express his or her thoughts freely, and that each session is enjoyable. Sessions should also be productive ??? each meeting is worthwhile and things get done. To optimize learning, the student should play an active role in the learning process. This enhances learning by allowing the students themselves the opportunity to strengthen the connections in...

...passions. I am a passionate learner, and bring that spark with me when I help others learn. What I like best in a one-on-one learning environment is getting to really know a student's hopes and struggles and then addressing them specifically, so that their efforts result in a personally felt success. I make time in my life to include hiking, camping, working up songs with my family and friends--the more complex the harmony, the better--cooking...

...Barrett the Honors College at ASU studying political science with a minor in spanish. I have tutored since High School and have a great passion igniting students' interest in learning. I love tutoring a broad range of subjects, but am most passionate in Literature, History, and Spanish. I have been learning Spanish for almost ten years now and have been able to use in multiple jobs. As a teaching assistant in public schools, I realized...

...balancing your school work and being a tri-sport athlete year round but I have the tools to help you with developing that. I am patient, confident, and enjoy introducing new learning tactics to students. In my opinion, tutoring is not about telling the student the answers but showing them how to get to it themselves. In my earlier years of education, I was not always known to be the one "good" at math, but with...

...just down right frustrating. All in all though I would describe learning as a process. Learning is something we do everyday, all the time, and its something that takes effort, but it is also so worth it! I'm here to help you get through those tough stretching or even frustrating moments, so that you can come to find for yourself how enjoyable and valuable learning really is. Thank you for your desire to learn and...

...also from real-life experience. I focus on authentic practices that reflect how Spanish is truly spoken in everyday situationson the street, at work, with family, and in professional contexts. My classes are designed to make learning useful, dynamic, and tailored to each student's needs. Whether you need to learn Spanish to communicate better, to travel, for your job, or to pass an official exam, I'm here to help you. I also have experience preparing students...

...traveling to many of Japan's beautiful cities and neighboring countries while learning about the language and culture. Although I have enjoyed my experience in the classroom immensely, I primarily enjoy working with students on a one-on-one basis. This gives me the opportunity to get to know them as individuals and really keep track of their progress. I view tutoring as more of an exchange than traditional teaching; I believe my students and I can work...

...family and took all of my courses in Spanish at the local university. More recently, I have completed a Certificate in Spanish Translation and Interpretation from Pima Community College in Tucson, Arizona. In this program, I received training on medical, legal, commercial, and technological translation and interpretation. As a 2nd language learner of Spanish myself, I have personally experienced many of the common challenges that English speakers face when learning Spanish. Because of this, I...

...for a year where I studied a master's degree at Berklee College of Music's Valencia Campus. Before finally committing to studying music at ASU, however, I spent 2 years studying Electrical Engineering, and it was through my experiences in classes like Differential Equations and Signal Analysis that I learned the importance of a good teacher who truly wants to see you succeed. My experience in these different fields have shown me the importance of receiving...