Award-Winning STAAR Tutors serving Sugar Land, TX

"Education is the passport to our future; for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today." -Malcolm X

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.

...and Teach For America in training their newest educators. In these roles I have seen amazing results from both children and adult learners while also having fun. While I tutor and teach a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about American History. I am a firm proponent of equipping students with the reading and writing skills necessary to excel at the collegiate level. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, coaching football and...

...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 student one on one to help them master whatever subject...

...style is to first assess where you are in terms of your understanding of the subject matter through questions about your thought processes. Through that, I hope to ensure that you have a complete understanding before moving on to practice questions. This is the most crucial part because it enables you to be prepared for all types of questions. Then, we would move on to practice questions that reinforce your understanding and give you a...

...Despite the challenges of school and life in general, I was determine to move forward and be successful. After graduating high school, on my own dime, I went to a local community college and took my "basics". Eventually, I transferred to the University of Houston where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, followed by a Masters degree in Social Work. Mission "Prove my Parents Wrong": Accomplished. After graduating, I became a...

...outcome has been successful. It has been successful because I worked to create an atmosphere of complete transparency, and I learned to pay careful attention to each of my students. Therefore, I could identify academic challenges or misunderstanding that in some cases they were not aware of themselves. Creating an open space that leads to transformative work is my special gift. I would be honored to share it with students through this platform.... Every student can...

...Science degree from Texas A&M University in Genetics with a minor in English. I am also a native Spanish speaker with 17 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...

...year old doing 4th grade level material. I also have a 6 year old learning to read more fluently and he is doing 1st grade math. Lastly, I have a 5 year old learning letters and sounds to transition into reading, and she is learning to write numbers. In addition to this, I took on 7 more students. Of the 7, I prepared two of them to enter into Lonestar college (12 year old and...

...and math. I started my teaching career as a U.S history and AP Human Geography teacher at Harmony School of Science at Houston, Texas, and at Harmony Science Academy at Houston. I accumulated the rest of my teaching experience in various learning centers and international programs in China teaching AP U.S World History, SAT, and TOEFL courses. For the past five years, I had been teaching middle school math in Texas and Virginia. Currently, I...

...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. It is easier to...

...whichever subject help is needed in. I am currently working towards a B.S. in Biology from the University of Houston, where I have been helping other students towards a common goal. I focus on biology, but I can also help in writing and composition. I love learning and teaching biology because of the relevance it has to each and every one of us. Sometimes school can leave a person's understanding of a subject full of...

...leaders through national initiatives, I've built a career rooted in equity, innovation, and student success. I specialize in working with all learners, including ESL/ELL and students with special needs, and I take pride in adapting my approach to make learning accessible, engaging, and personal. While I'm passionate about Mathematics, it is STEM engagement, inspiration, education, and intentional educational technology use that fuels me most these days. I've helped learners achieve strong outcomes on standardized tests...

..."Full Disclosure" ; and tutored private clients from P-20. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, Reading, and History. I love helping students fill in the educational gaps in their areas of opportunity. I am a firm proponent of education being the foundation of life, especially for students of color and low socioeconomic backgrounds. In my spare time, I am a singer, gardener, designer both in clothing...

...to math and science! I have also had plenty of experience with standardized test taking, and I can help you figure out the best strategy to be confident on the test and succeed. I am easygoing and patient and will personalize my tutoring style so that I can help each student to the best of my ability. I believe in active, not passive learning, and will not give up on you! I will be attending...

...I see someone comprehend a subject that was previously foreign to them. I have seen the look regarding subjects from an elementary level to a collegiate level. Regardless of what subject I am working with someone on, I will strive to make sure the student understands. Personally, I have an easily approachable personality. I’m friendly and easy for students and parents to get to know and trust. It’s difficult to teach someone unless there is...

...me will tell you that education is my passion. I believe in 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...

...my freshman year at UT Austin. At UT, I am a counselor for Camp Kesem, an officer for the American Medical Student Association, and I research with a lab on campus. Camp Kesem is a week-long camp for kids whose parents have cancer. I really enjoy working with kids and also volunteer at a children's hospital. I am super passionate about the sciences and math and am open to tutoring, biology, chemistry, calculus, algebra, writing,...

...been very successful at meeting diverse students' needs by facilitating different learning strategies, offering individualized support, encouraging critical thinking, and integrating a variety of resources. Teaching in a bilingual classroom is challenging and motivating for any educator. Bilingual students are in need of special care and attention in the learning process throughout the year. Although some learners might have strong linguistic skills in their native language, they may have deficiencies in their second language; it...

...years towards my PhD in Genetics. I also hold a MS in Educational Leadership. I have taught Chemistry, Biology (regular and AP) within public school districts for over 5 years, and have 8 years experience working in the Pharmaceutical Industry. I have also tutored for Kaplan and The Princeton Review focusing on MCAT prep (Biology and Organic Chemistry). I try and find unique ways for each student to enjoy the material, even if it's difficult!...