
Jennifer: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...Everyone makes mistakes and has struggles, but the important thing is that you can move past those roadblocks. As a tutor, I try really hard to help students connect the material they are studying inside the classroom to their passions outside the classroom. Sometimes all that's needed to make the material "click" is seeing how it is relevant to their own lives. My personal interests include theatre (especially Shakespeare), reading and writing, arts and crafts,...
Education & Certification
Smith College - Current Undergrad, Education and Child Studies and Theatre

Nolan: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...groups learn - from kids, to college students, to adults. I tutor a wide variety of subjects including math, Spanish, ESL, and test prep. I really enjoy tutoring geometry and algebra or SAT prep. My tutoring strengths include finding multiple ways to explain things for my students and giving real value to the learning process so that information can be retained. Outside of the academic world, I love to listen to and make music. I...
Education & Certification
Ursinus College - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Lisa: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
I am a certified Texas teacher and School Counselor, who believes that all students can learn anything they set their mind to, and loves to be able to help them achieve their goals. I tutor everything dealing with English and Reading. I have worked with many second language learners with a variety of backgrounds, and love helping them progress in whatever they choose to pursue. I can also tutor middle and elementary math and science.
Education & Certification
Texas AM University Commerce - Bachelor in Arts, English
Texas AM University Commerce - Master of Science, English

Stephanie: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...know how to best make a lesson successful. In my experience, even the most distant child can become excited about science if it is presented in a way that relates to them. For this reason, I strive to make every lesson educationally valuable to all students by linking each concept to real life issues. It is so rewarding to see a student who was supposedly "weak" in science, become deeply involved in a scientific experiment...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Biology, General
The University of Texas at Austin - Masters, Science Education

Sheila: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...new that my dream of being in the classroom was about to be a reality. Seeing that look on a students face when they "get it", is one of the most rewarding feelings of being a teacher. Having students come up to me that I taught years ago and having them tell me how much they enjoyed having me as their teacher is also a feeling of accomplishment in my career as a teacher.
Education & Certification
Texas State University-San Marcos - Bachelor of Science, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

Brandi: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...and history. I have always had a knack for mathematics and was originally on track to be a chemist, both of which have served me well in my pursuits as an archaeologist and my work on various National Science Foundation grants. I have taught in educational settings up to and including the undergraduate level, and I look forward to finding just the right approach with each individual student because one size does not always fit...
Education & Certification
Millsaps College - Bachelor in Arts, Classical Studies, Anthropology

Tina: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
I have taught English, Composition and Literature for 35 years in Austin, Texas. I have a Master's in English Education from Stanford University and a second Masters in Instructional Technology from the University of Texas at Austin. I can help you with writing, literature, research and a variety of other English skills.
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, English
Stanford University - Master of Arts Teaching, English

Curtis: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
I believe that we can never stop learning. The more we learn, the more we know, so that we can get closer to reaching our own personal goals for the future. My goal is to be a positive impact in the lives of those around me. I want to bring a fun interactive way of learning and building relationships to the table with my approach to learning.
Education & Certification
Texas State University-San Marcos - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Mia: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...have a Masters Degree in Education Administration and Leadership. I received my Bachelor's from Texas State University, Teaching Certificates through Huston-Tillotson University, and Master's Degree from Capella University. I have taught 3rd grade for 8 years, and one-year as a 4th grade Science and Social Studies teacher. My philosophy of education is that all students can learn. I believe through motivation and hard work students will achieve, when high standards are set and students receive...
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Huston Tillotson - Bachelor of Science, Education
Capella University - Masters, Education
State Certified Teacher

Maria: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
It is my mission to provide excellent instruction to all my students. I want to help everyone embrace the joy of learning and overcome the fear of failure.
Education & Certification
Texas State University-San Marcos - Bachelor of Science, Music Technology
The University of Texas of the Permian Basin - Certificate, Spanish Teacher Education

Steve: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...interned with now U.S. Senator Mark Udall during his tenure in the House of Representatives. I worked with Crocs Footwear at their global headquarters as an account manager for five years in account management, before relocating to Austin, Texas, in 2011, when I began pursuing a career in education. I am currently certified as a teacher in Texas in six different subjects, including Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, Business, and Special Education. I enjoy all...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, English

Jenna: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...the SAT and ACT. I am excited to work with students through the Varsity Tutors platform and look forward to making progress in each student's educational career. I believe that students learn best when part of a healthy and comfortable learning environment that is both challenging and nurturing. I work with my students to discover their particular learning style and use that style to teach the material. Patience is key in teaching because I want...
Education & Certification
The Texas AM University - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Southern California - Master of Arts, Creative Writing

Jennifer: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...very excited about the opportunity to work with you or your child to help achieve better writing or reading skills. I am very passionate about education and believe that everyone can improve with a little bit of extra help. I have helped many students write college essays and love hearing the words, "I got accepted!" Additionally, I score standardized test essays, have taught ESL and tutor and edit for college students. I look forward to...
Education & Certification
Wichita State University - Bachelor in Arts, General Studies
Texas State University-San Marcos - Masters in Education, Counseling, Higher Education

John: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama

Shobha: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...Texas at Austin studying Biology! Though I am a science major and love to tutor high school biology and chemistry, I also enjoy teaching math topics, such as Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Pre Calculus, and SAT (including PSAT) Prep topics, such as SAT Reading, SAT Writing, and SAT Essay. I would love to get to know you and your learning style to allow me to aid your learning as successfully as possible!
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Maaida: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...am a Senior at Texas A&M University in the School of Public Health. I have been tutoring since the last year and have worked with students ranging from high school to elementary school. I graduated with honors with an IB Diploma. I am extremely passionate about teaching and helping students reach their potential. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects including biology, high-school math, SAT and ACT Prep, as well courses from the social sciences.
Education & Certification
University of Richmond - Bachelor of Science, Premedicine

Spencer: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...these subjects. My approach to tutoring these subjects is to allow the student to fully comprehend the logic behind the concepts. In order to do this, I frequently use pictures, diagrams, models, and physical representation of the process at hand. Allowing the student to visualize the process gives them a greater ability to understand problems related to it. This approach is especially useful in science and math because they are subjects describing the phenomena of...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Current Undergrad, Biochemistry

Owen : Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...member of Teach For America Hawaii. Through this program I gained teaching experience first in Phoenix, Arizona, where I spent six weeks teaching 6th grade math. For the following two years I taught first grade in Pahala, HI. What makes me a great tutor is a passion for education and personal relationships. I have always taken pride in academic achievement, and I am able to share that enthusiasm for accomplishment with my students through engaging...
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Communications
Johns Hopkins University - Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher

David: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
My goal is to help others grow through both work and knowledge, and when students succeed, I succeed.
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

David: Austin STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in Austin, TX
...in the Duke TIP) at Baylor College of Medicine Academy at Ryan Middle School, a new magnet school in Houston Independent School District; and I have taught Latin 1A (7th grade), Latin 1B (8th grade), and Computer Technology (a 12-week elective for 6th grade) while employed by Hill Country Middle School in Eanes Independent School District. In all these classes, with students (grades 6-12) at varying levels of proficiency, I have been able to apply...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Classics
Washington University in St Louis - Masters, Teaching
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