Award-Winning SSAT Tutors in Scottsdale, AZ

...state of Arizona for grades K-8 and a Structured English Immersion Endorsement. I have spent the last 7 years teaching and performing administrative duties as an assistant principal of a K-6 school. I am currently a stay at home mom who enjoys using my education and skills to help students through tutoring sessions. I appreciate the opportunity to help each and every student and I thank you for entrusting me with such an important task.

...learner is different, therefore, it is crucial to use a variety of teaching strategies with students. I believe that using hands on manipulatives, comparing material being taught to real-life situations, and students having the ability to explain their thinking are key elements to learning. Aside from teaching I am an active person who loves to travel and spend time with family and friends. I also enjoy photography, paying the guitar and reading.

...mathematics. My experience there inspired me to start tutoring again. I believe that all students learn a little differently, and though schools try their best they can't account for every learning style. My goal is to adapt my instruction to each student's preferences in order to help them as much as I can. In my free time, I like to play ice hockey (or just skate), knit, do yoga, and read, especially epic fantasy (I...

...traditional teaching; I believe my students and I can work together to solve any problem. When assisting with a writing assignment, for example, it will only be a temporary solution for me to simply pull out a red pen and begin editing. Instead, I prefer to have a conversation with the student to explain the "why" and "how" behind the necessary revisions so that we can improve the piece together. When I am not tutoring,...

...to think outside the box when it comes to planning lessons, applying student interests and hobbies when possible. This act gives each lesson my personal touch. I believe communication is key when building that student-teacher bond. The more communication there is, the more trust is earned. If the student is able to feel safe, share ideas and trust in their abilities the more they will learn, grow and succeed. Let the journey begin.... Dream it, believe...

...Qualified, state certified classroom teacher, and have been for the last five years. I have taught both fourth and fifth grades. I have also worked with students younger and older in my schools' various tutoring programs, as well as throughout my college and high school years. I graduated from Northern Arizona University with my Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and will begin my Masters Degree in Educational Leadership through Arizona State University next summer. Teaching...

...professional goals. The daughter of under-educated parents, as well as a world-traveler, I am especially committed to supporting first-generation college students, those for whom English is a second language, and working adults as they navigate the challenges of higher ed. Nevertheless, I have taught and mentored graduate students at Harvard and talented undergrads in a variety of disciplines and welcome helping with theses. In addition to teaching, I have a background in publishing and editing,...

...Packers and Oregon Ducks fan!) enjoy anything outdoors, I am an avid hunter and I love practicing archery any free time I have! I have 4 kids, ages 8-15! I have a special needs daughter that suffers from Epilepsy since the age of 3 months, so I feel that I have a lot of experience when it comes to struggles that come with exceptional kids! I have a lot of patience and understanding as a...

...learning and academic needs. This is where my love for tutoring comes in. Through one on one instruction, I can connect with students and learn what is best for them and together we can make goals for success, growth and development. I really enjoy laying the foundations for early education through teaching students how to decode, encode comprehend, problem solve and explore. I know that with time and effort every child can learn and love...

...these courses with the students I tutor, helping them realize their skills and increasing their confidence in the material. It is extremely important for me to see my students succeed not only in school, but also in the other activities that they pursue. When I am not at school or working in my lab, I like to rock climb and boulder (mostly indoors), read books, participate in the occasional yoga classes, and I absolutely love...