Award-Winning STAAR Tutors serving Houston, TX

I am a math teacher, but I have experience teaching 6-12th grades in both Math and English/Language Arts. I hold the following teaching certifications: 4-8 Generalist 8-12 Mathematics ESL Supplement (612) Principal (all levels) In my free time, I enjoy reading, cooking, and spending time with family. I look forward to working with you!

...Columbia University in New York City, and from this you might think that Varsity has put my profile in the wrong city. They most certainly have not: I am a Houstonian, born and raised, and I'm back in my hometown for the summer. Last year in New York, I worked with Elementary schoolers, helping with preparation for New York State Math and English exams. This summer, I'm looking forward to helping with test-prep for all...

I have a Ph.D in chemistry from Rice University. Science and Math are core to what I do. I practiced as a scientist for 10 years before choosing a career in intellectual property transactions. I am passionate about communicating science and math in simple and understandable fashion. Relating the concepts to real world scenarios is a critical part of teaching these subjects.

...in private and pubic schools. English and literature has always come very easy for me. Growing up, I would tutor my younger bother who struggled in these subjects. Now, as a teacher, I enjoy making reading and writing fun by incorporating current events and interesting subjects. As a tutor, I feel I have the flexibility to make learning fun and interesting. Once the students comprehend the content, it will make it much easier (and less...

...to the TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills). Also, as a middle school teacher, I used the TEKS as my own benchmark which was very rewarding since I am accomplishment-driven. My specialty is working with creative and gifted children, those with visual spatial intellence, low performers, and English Language Learners. My program focus during graduate school was Second Language Acquisition. I have taught for 4+ years. Let me show you how you or your child...

...hours of College level Spanish credit, and a 5 on the AP Spanish Language exam. I love taking time to help students understand content, and more importantly, understand how to learn content so that it stays past just test day. I remember what it was like to be a student and how difficult it can be to balance multiple classes in challenging subjects. That is why I am here to help you understand the concepts...

...love working with students. I'm a retired educator of 40 years. I'm a graduate of Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University. My specialization is Special Education. I'm certified to teach English, ESL and Elementary Education. When I'm not working with students, I love traveling and spending time with family and friends. I am a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. I have 2 beautiful daughters and a spoiled Shorkie named Bella. I'm looking forward to...

...2020 from the Honors College at the University of Houston with a B.S. in Psychology and minors in Biology and Medicine&Society. I have been working with Varsity Tutors for 3 years now. Throughout my first year of college, I worked extensively with students at Chavez High School, tutoring for the SAT and working on their college applications. Through my work, I gained a passion for education that drove me to volunteer in a cognitive development...

...have taken. My mission as a tutor is to motivate scholars, inspire enthusiasm for learning, and help build problem solving skills that students can apply when needed. I will accomplish this through patience, compassion, and real world applications that will allow students to grasp concepts/knowledge with ease. My interests and hobbies include hip-hop, basketball, weightlifting, gaming, and producing music. I hope to provide valuable insight and knowledge and be the best tutor for you.

...being a life- long learner and I feel that every student should have the chance to succeed. I have a Master's Degree in Special Education and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. Working in education is important to me because I understand that all students do not learn in the same way. One gift that I have is the ability to manipulate the curriculum in different ways in order to make the material easier to understand...

...so I understand time is crucial and will do my best to help you understand and not just memorize concepts so you don't have to spend time every week trying to understand the same thing. A lot of math concepts repeat themselves in high school and college. My core is in math and that is where I will be most efficient in helping a student. Aside from that, please let me know if you have...

...can be hard. Teachers are busy and you have twenty other classmates also vying for their attention. Sometimes you just need someone to help you explain a topic, one on one, and walk you through examples. Maybe you just want someone to check your homework for errors, or make sure your essay makes sense. I am available for all of this help and more. But the one thing I promise is a stress free environment....

...students have the ability to learn given proper instruction, but sometimes they need more one on one help to master a subject. I've taught in Aldine ISD for five years working primarily with Algebra. I've taught ESL, CT, and Tier 3 students (students who have never passed a STAAR exam). My degree is in History and I hold 9-12 Social Studies, 9-12 Math, and 4-8 Generalist certifications. I'm happy to work with you or your...

...a 3rd year in college pre-med student, I spend a lot of my time studying and preparing for my classes, which include mathematics, science, and writing. I can safely say that tutoring is one of my strong points, having a long history of tutoring a diverse group of students who needed help in different subjects. I have a passion for teaching, and am dedicated towards making sure my student leaves every session thoroughly confident in...

I am a native New Yorker currently teaching 7th grade middle school math in Houston as a third-year teacher. I am certified to teach all general subjects, 4th grade through 8th grade, and have experience prepping students for Math STAAR. I obtained my undergraduate degree from Middlebury College (Vermont) and have multiple experience tutoring students in elementary school through high school.

My name is Sharon, and I have been an educator for over fifteen years. I am passionate about education. I enjoy using innovative techniques to incorporate skills that will be useful to my students. My goal is to enhance each student's learning and help them rise to a higher level. Some of my hobbies are cooking (I'm a foodie), reading, and going on nice walks or scenic drives.... My teaching philosophy is that every student should...

I am currently a 7th grade English teacher who teaches reading and writing. I am extremely passionate about allowing students to develop a genuine love for reading and writing. I am a great tutor because I have a lot of experience with kids which means I am patient, compassionate, but also someone who hold expectations of all of my students.

...old), I am preparing another set for Lonestar (12 and 14 year old), two 8th graders (one is diagnosed with ADHD, and I have creative teaching styles), and an additional 3rd grader. I also enjoy being active. I engage in jiu jitsu, running and weightlifting. I take my kids to the park almost 3 times per week, and I try to find many opportunities to go out and camp or hike with them. I love...

...proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. I am flexible in my teaching styles and will always do my best to tailor the tutoring to my students' needs. If you are looking to apply to college soon and need editing for your essays, I would love to help. I have been accepted to top universities...