Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving Orlando, FL

...BA in Elementary and Special Education and worked with many different students while completing my degree. I was a student teacher in a 2nd grade classroom and a resource room teacher in a 4th and 5th grade classroom. Currently, I am completing my service term with Notre Dame AmeriCorps. Over the 2014-2015 school year, I worked at Apopka Middle School as a tutor/mentor. My responsibilities included working in intensive reading and math classes as well...

...and attended all parent/teacher conferences and professional development workshops that were held. Furthermore, I have been a substitute teacher for Orange County Public Schools, a German language teacher and dance instructor for Elementary school children. I have a passion to teach and love to work with children in creative ways. Being fluent in three languages, English, German and Russian, as well as have lived in four countries revealed my love for diversity. I am passionate...

...quiz he took and pointed at his %100. He told me it was the first %100 ever; I took out a $20 bill and told him this is my first $20 ever (his mother paid me for tutoring him that day). Since then I have been tutoring in various capacities, from high school students to siblings. My goal is to ensure that everyone I interact with are one step closer to being successful.

As a school psychologist I believe that all students can succeed but they might need different approaches to learn the subject matter.

...elementary students for 6 years. For the past 3 years, I have tutored students in grades 3-6, as well as high school students. I have tutored students in math, science, reading, and writing. I love working one-on-one and in small groups with people to pinpoint how best to help them and learn their learning styles. I truly enjoy being a helpful hand in the learning process and love learning new things from people. "You can...

Hi, my name is Colton and I am excited to join Varsity Tutors this year! I am a senior Biophysics student at the University of Central Florida and am preparing for my journey to medical school. I am an experienced math/science tutor as well as a previous high school Biology teacher.

...one style fits everyone. I maintain flexibility and adjust my methodologies for each student that I work with. However, I generally like to keep my sessions casual, focusing on improving the student's confidence and scores, as I have found that some students become discouraged when they struggle. In my spare time I read a wide variety of books, enjoy listening to music, and playing with my three-year-old daughter. When I can find time, I like...

...background in teaching a wide variety of learners and love to see students "soar" academically. I like to make learning meaningful as well as make connections in the lessons I teach so that they are most memorable for students. I truly enjoy hearing success stories from students that may have once struggled in some areas academically, but are now more aware of strategies that we may have uncovered together that makes them more successful.... All students...

I believe that everyone, no matter their age or background, can learn--it's just a matter of finding the specific teaching method that works best for them. Through my own education and teaching experience, I have had the opportunity to work with countless great people, both educators and students. I believe that everyone, especially students, has something to contribute to the learning environment. I look forward to working with you!

...one of the five finalists of the Profile in Courage essay competition for the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library in 2009. While theatre is my dream and career, I decided to become a tutor so I could help others who needed assistance with something that was just fun for me. Practicing for my own PSATs and SATs, watching my scores (practice and real) go up and up gave me a satisfaction that its almost indescribable....

...the joy of my life. I am now retired and am excited to continue making a difference in the lives of my students. I have a Masters Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Florida. Go Gators! I was born and raised in Massachusetts, but have lived all over the world. I love to travel and learn new things. I was honored to be teacher of the year at my school and have always...

...the true root and future goal of academics and what academic success can look like. Knowing when to refer is also an act of disciplined and intentional teaching. For those needing English & Writing: My State exam developmental work with Meausurement Inc. helped to further break down and rebuild paragraph questions on standardized tests. Hope to meet you soon and teach your academic goals. Have a great day Ms. Kelli Education Specialist Prep test Strategist...

...things in my life have changed. One that has not is my conviction to teach. Over the past twenty years I have taught in a variety of countries, in many different grade levels and subject areas. These teaching opportunities have broadened my knowledge and strengthened my craft. I like to create personalized learning opportunities for my students that will not only be engaging, but also support their learning and build their confidence.... I believe that it...

...seen significant gains in the students that I have tutored. I enjoy and feel confident tutoring science, reading, and math, but feel the most confident with reading and math and have the most experience in these areas. I have seen the momentous impact that working one-on-one can have on students in these subject areas and it is always satisfying sharing the “I got it” moment with students. Outside of the classroom, I revised and reorganized...

...they can understand reality and make sense of the world. However, a great teacher does much more than merely recite the content of his subject. I intend to encourage and motivate each one of my students to perform academically, at a level no less than their very best, yet there is much more to teaching than just making certain that students answer questions correctly on a test. A teacher must never lose sight of the...

Eleven years of classroom teaching and several years of tutoring has shown me that learning has so much to do with confidence. Let's build your confidence while we build your skills so that tomorrow will become easier than today! ... My plans for the first session would be to complete a "getting to know you activity" with the student and complete assessments with the student. I would also like to see any assessments the school may...

...pathway to more complicated material that can be easily comprehended at each stage. I have recently stepped away from the private sector in an effort to give back to the community that gave so much to me. I volunteer regularly at various organizations. I teach yoga. Now, I have determined that reaching back to my roots in the academia and sharing the knowledge gained can make all the difference in a student's education and enrichment.

I am an ESE (Special Education) teacher by day who works with a variety of students focusing on core language and math skills. I teach Intensive Reading, Learning Strategies, Algebra 1, and Self Advocacy Skills to students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

...appreciate the connection of education in Mathematics and Creativity. I provide a safe atmosphere for children and youth to establish a confidence in learning one of the nation's toughest subjects: MATH. I enjoy partnering with parents, educators, and schools to provide students an opportunity to reach their fullest potential and achieve academic success. Opportunities, such as these, are more than a "paycheck" to me because I understand the important role tutors play in closing the...

...University in St. Charles Missouri and International Business and Marketing. I teach all business subjects. I love marketing and love to teach it to business owners and students. I help students learn by working with them to identify what is important in their life and tailor my teaching to improve that area in their life. My outside interests are my family. I have 2 grandsons that my wife and I adore and spoil as much...