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Certified Tutor
2+ years
Marisa
My teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that education is a transformative process that empowers students to discover their potential and define success in a way that is unique and personal. As a first-generation college graduate who grew up in a rural town with a population of approximately ...
University of Utah
Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Central Michigan University
Master's/Graduate
Central Michigan University
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Greetings from Gainesville, Florida which is home to the famous University of Florida. I possess a current professional teaching license from the Florida Department of Education in K-12 Reading, K-12 ESOL/ESL, and K-6 Elementary Education, and my teaching specialties are English, reading comprehensi...
Central Michigan University
Master's/Graduate
Michigan State University
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Dr. Marsh
As you can probably tell, I am passionate about helping others learn. I believe that all students can lean, when provided with the proper tools. I have a diverse background in education, having worked as a teacher in all grades, K-12, special education, and adult education. Additionally, I've held r...
Central Michigan University
Doctorate (PhD)

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Ryan
I approach tutoring the same way I approach my life and work as an artist: with curiosity, openness, and trust in the learning process. Writing, for me, is not just about mechanics or correctness, but about helping people find clarity, confidence, and their own voice. I enjoy working with open-minde...
Central Michigan University
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Donatus
My name is Donatus, I'm a civil servant and part time college teacher. Have a bachelors degree in Economics, a masters degree in business and administration and a doctorate in business administration. Teaching is my passion and i always go above and beyond the call of duty to impact knowledge on my ...
Central Michigan University
Master of Science, Business Administration and Management
Grambling State University
Bachelor of Science, Economics

Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a Retired Math Teacher with a BS Degree in Mathematics. I have both tutored and taught Algebra 1& 2, and Geometry. I have enjoyed both teaching and tutoring.
Central Michigan University
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Samantha
I am a graduate from Central Michigan University's Honors Program where I received my Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and a minor in Mathematics. Since graduating, I have earned my Masters in Microbiology, Immunology, and Cancer Biology from the University of Virginia where I'm continuing on to ...
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Doctor of Philosophy, Microbiology and Immunology

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Valerie
In my 25+ years of teaching experience, I have been fortunate to work with K-12 students in various ways. My love for writing and literature and my desire to help others is why I continue to love teaching. In addition to being an English teacher, I have helped with all subjects, at all levels. Cre...
Saginaw Valley State University
MED
Central Michigan University
MED

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Michelle
I have been a teacher for 33 years in the department of English in over a dozen colleges. Most recently I have taught dual enrolled students in eighth through twelfth grade. I am a advocate of education on all levels. I teach critical thinking to lengthen writings. I am a grammar person. I lov...
Central Michigan University
AM
Saginaw Valley State University
AM

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jaime
Hello! My name is Jaime Rakowski, or "Mrs. Rakowski" to my students. I am a graduate of Central Michigan University as well as Kennesaw State University. In the 8 years after I graduated from CMU with my Bachelors of Applied Arts in Child Development, I worked in many daycares as my husband and I mo...
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Education, Child Development
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