Award-Winning Summer Tutors serving St. Paul, MN

...playing soccer and generally being active outdoors. This last spring I had the incredible opportunity to climb Kilimanjaro. Additionally, I love to read and write. Some of my favorite books include The Lord of the Rings, King of Hearts, Tragedy of the Whale Ship Essex, and Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea.... I believe in building off of what students already know. If you can find a place to ground the new information they will...

...degrees in chemical engineering and chemistry. During my schooling I was routinely asked to break down big problems, identify the key parts, and then solve them. This same thinking has made me a successful teacher in areas much broader then math and science. By breaking down a problem and identifying key points I believe I...

...high school. I enjoy teaching and watching students understand a topic that was once challenging to them and being able to go on to teach their peers. Nothing is as rewarding as learning something new and I love being a part of that process. I currently attend the University of Minnesota as a Political Science...

...School Psychologist for a metro area school district. I am excited to tutor students of all ages in a variety of academic and test prep areas. I was raised in the U.S. and am a native English speaker with a diverse educational background. I attended preschool through 11th grade in the U.S. and received my...

...often find myself in the same situation. It is with humbleness and respect that both the student and teacher can move forward and learn. If giving respect and being respected is the most important aspect of the teacher-student relationship, the second most important is being prepared. I endeavor to use my time with clients effectively....

...curiosity about the world, and I hope to communicate the importance of this to my students regardless of which direction their academic pursuits take them. I grew up in Toledo, Ohio and have lived and traveled all over the US. I've also traveled overseas and spent six years living in Germany. I studied Photography at...

...working with students and children of all ages for over ten years, in settings anywhere from daycare, to hockey camp, or Spanish Immersion school. I spent the last year teaching fourth grade math in an under-performing public school. In September I will begin working towards my Master's Degree in Theology. As a teacher I aim...

...I wrote a 50+ page senior thesis on Western media's depiction of migration, which gave me invaluable research and writing skills. I've also completed countless college and scholarship essays, research papers and projects for social science classes, and business reports for my business classes. One of my favorite parts of writing for any of my...

...succeed. I love the puzzle of addressing my students' areas of need by monitoring progress, individualizing instruction, and using their natural strengths to specifically tailor their instruction. I also enjoy empowering students and their parents by utilizing their mutual goals and values as a part of our lessons. Following earning my Masters of Education at...

...a very passionate teacher. I believe that patience and realistic goal setting are key in creating a positive and enjoyable learning environment. In addition, every student learns in a different way. I work hard to figure out how my students learn best and adapt my teaching style to best suit their needs.... I believe that teaching needs to be adapted to fit an individual student's needs. Each student learns in a unique way, which requires unique...

...during my eight years as a competitive debater in high school and college. I was lucky enough to coach high school debate for four years helping students learn how research, write and speak in front of an audience. At my undergraduate, Simpson College, I tutored college and high school students in mathematics, economics, accounting and...

...1st and 2nd year medical students in a variety of medical school classes. I have also served on a wider level: participating on the curriculum planning committee and admission committee at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. I take great pleasure in advising and tutoring and love to see my former students move on to...

...problem solving from the beginning. I recently moved to the Twin Cities from Arizona and I love exploring the outdoors while hiking and running around the lakes, enjoying the new climate and the new plants and animals. I also enjoy meditation and yoga. I'm a life long learner, always pursing interesting new ideas in science...

...always looking for something new to teach myself. My new goals are becoming more fluent in French and HTML, and to more consistently write on my theater blog. I love to travel and another goal is to take an international trip this year, to Africa. My full time job is in marketing for a construction...

...I honed my public speaking skills. I now work at Alternatives for People with Autism, working with adults with Autism. I recently moved to Minneapolis and I love it here! When I needed help in school, I was always embarrassed to ask. I don't want any student who I am helping feel embarrassed, belittled, or...

...finish along with subgoals that are accomplished along that journey. *Provide reinforcement when goals are achieved and work collaboratively with the student to troubleshoot any new challenges that emerge along the way. I look forward to furthering my own learning as I strive to provide my students with the best possible tutoring experience.... One of the greatest barriers that can stand in the way of further learning and growth is a lack of clarity, support and...

...tutor college students in calculus and algebra almost every day. With classroom teaching experience in algebra, trigonometry, probability, and calculus, and one-on-one tutoring experience in algebra 1 through calculus, I have the experience and expertise to help you understand whichever area of math you need. I am also fluent in Spanish, and can tutor from...

...I knew I wanted to be a teacher. My first experience with teaching was showing my younger sister how to multiply and divide. I studied elementary education at the University of Houston and graduated in 2012. I am also a certified teacher for Pre-Kindergarten through siSixth Grade. Now I am a 4 year veteran teacher!...

...in Linguistics and Hispanic Studies. I love reading and writing and talking- anything that involves language, I'm in! I am available to tutor reading, writing of all kinds, elementary math, public speaking, and Spanish. My favorite subject to tutor is definitely Spanish. I was a Spanish tutor at my college my Senior year, and I...

...summer I spent teaching English to adults as a certified ESL assistant at the International Education Center in downtown Minneapolis. All these experiences have helped me develop a variety of strategies to adapt to different learners needs and learning styles. I tutor a wide range of subjects, such as ACT prep, math, writing, Spanish, and...