Award-Winning Tutors in Philadelphia, PA for Students in Special Education Programs

Hi, my name is Elle. I'm a recent graduate of Vassar College with my BA in English and Psychology, and I'm working to bridge the achievement and opportunity gap in the American education system. I believe all children deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential as students and I hope to help them do so through tutoring.

...Harry Potter's life so far. I then gave the children a choice of writing tasks with the promise that we would share our work once it was complete dressed in wizard regalia and to the accompaniment of music from the film. Every single child in that class was on task for the whole of the extended session and they produced some wonderful pieces of writing. This is a lesson I am very proud of and...

I have over 10 years experience and passion for helping students reach their personal goals. I attended Fairleigh Dickinson University where I earned my Bachelor's degree in English and Master's degree in Education. I tutor all areas of English Language Arts. I have a hands-on and enthusiastic teaching and tutoring approach to help motivate students to learn and grow.

Hi Everyone - My name is Marli! I have been working with the special needs population for 10 years and recently got my masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. While in my graduate program I was a tutor for multiple classes required for the BCBA exam. I am passionate about the field & helping others pass the big exam on their first-go!

My name is Victoria, and I enjoy helping others work toward their full potential by helping them grow in knowledge, confidence, and productivity. I am fun-loving, outgoing, and am always seeking ways to improve the quality of my life. In addition to tutoring, I enjoy speaking Spanish, traveling, spending time with loved ones, eating out, dancing, photography, and spending time outdoors.

...too easy - this isn't something to feel inadequate about. We've all been there, myself included. If you have the passion to learn something in order to achieve a sought after goal, then you can. It would be my honor to serve as assistance to those who wish to learn more, solely because I am that person myself. Teaching and seeing the impact of understanding on my students' faces' gives me the utmost happiness. My...

...at home mom looking to to re-enter the education field. I have several years of teaching experience, ranging from grades 1-12, and am dual certified in English and Special Education. I believe that all students are capable of doing great things and being successful when they have a supportive environment. I also believe that every child learns differently, therefore I use a wide variety of tools and strategies to address varying learning styles.

I am a business owner and college student currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Sonography, with a strong passion for helping students succeed academically. I strive to make learning a rewarding and straightforward experience, empowering students to reach their full potential. I specialize in tutoring English, Writing, Spelling, and Math, creating engaging lessons tailored to each student's needs. My goal is to foster confidence and enthusiasm in their academic journey while making challenging concepts approachable...

Hi my name is Gabby. I am a alumni of Penn State University. I majored in Psychology and minored in Biology. I currently work for the University of Pennsylvania as a clinical research coordinator. On the side, I coach little kid soccer :) (2-8 year olds). I love teaching and I hope to help you on your journey.

...is capable of learning. Instead of focusing on disability or what is lacking, my students and I focus on strengths that can help us to reach our potential in areas that may challenge us. If you can grasp an understanding of how you learn best, the sky is the limit. I develop my lessons on individualized needs, strengths, and interests of my students. Learning should be FUN and the style that you learn in should...

...Bryn Mawr College majoring in Biology with minors in Health Studies and Peace, Conflict, and Social Justice Studies. During high school, I participated in a multitude of enrichment programs, such as NSLI-Y Mandarin, Human Oncology and Pathogenesis Sumer Program, and the New York Academy of Sciences Junior Academy. In college, I have been selected for two competitive research-related internships, one of which is at Johns Hopkins University with a 2% acceptance rate. I have an...

...graduated from Wesleyan University in May, and I recently moved from New York to West Philly, where I am very excited to be working with Varsity Tutors. I love being able to work with students in a one-on-one setting; for students to truly grasp difficult concepts, they must be able to discuss the material freely with their teacher, which is rarely possible in a classroom setting. For writing especially, one-on-one tutoring is essential to developing...

...and middle school teacher for the past 14 years, and enjoy working with all ages of students. My focus over the last few years has been to delve deeply into the science behind learning to read. As a result, I have become a Certified Orton Gillingham Instructor through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education (IMSE). The Orton Gillingham (OG) approach consists of multi-sensory instruction that is direct, explicit, and systematic. Lessons are based on the individual...

...from The Pennsylvania State University. I have experience working with children and teens with special needs. I am currently an autistic and emotional support teacher at Child Guidance Resource Centers. I also have experience working in the general education classroom as a substitute and assistant. I have always enjoyed working with children. I started coaching soccer at 15 years old and babysat frequently. I have a passion for teaching and enjoy teaching all subjects. I...

...in the Washington DC area. My love for the arts is contagious and can be a great contribution to lessons. In addition, I am also working towards becoming an A.M.I. consultant. My personal goal is to aid as many children in achieving their own personal goals throughout their school career. Education: * Masters in Education from Loyola University, Washington, D.C. * Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) Primary Certification from Washington DC * Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)...

I am passionate about education. I believe that education is a powerful tool to self-improvement. Everyone learns differently and I am well-prepared to provide individually tailored perspectives to help facilitate each individual's growth. I graduated with my BA in Sociology (with honors recognition) and have tutored English, composition and writing at the collegiate level. I am happy to assist students in the social sciences, language arts, composition and more.... Humans are social and naturally curious creatures....

Elementary and Special Educator with 10+ years of Classroom Experience.

...Psychobiology major at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). I have previously tutored high school students in the ACT, chemistry, biology. I have also tutored elementary/middle school students in reading comprehension and math. My favorite subject to tutor is the ACT. I spent a lot of time understanding ACT study skills/strategies, and I love sharing this knowledge with students! My tutoring philosophy is to help students understand fundamental concepts by asking leading questions and approaching...

...the goal of my instruction was to inspire a love of learning, increase student skills, and close achievement gaps in reading, writing, spelling and math. Currently, I tutor in reading, writing, spelling, and math for students in kindergarten through 4th grade as well as adult literacy. Although I truly enjoy teaching all of these subject areas, I am most passionate about reading. Because it is most critical to the future success of my students, I...

I am a certified teacher who is willing to help students of all ages reach their potential.