I am a 2005 graduate of Lawrence University, where I majored in English and Comparative Religious Studies. I also graduated from the University of California Hastings Law School with a J.D. and a concentration in International Law. Before attending college and law school, I basically ate, breathed, and slept debate and forensics. I then coached policy debate and extemporaneous speech in college in addition to tutoring high school students through the "A Better Chance" organization. During my college years, I also became a passionate advocate for human rights, danced and choreographed with a modern dance troupe and had several plays produced. In law school, I continued my human rights advocacy work, studied at the San Francisco Academy of Ballet and worked as both a research assistant to numerous professors and as a teaching assistant in many classes. I also tutored students in PSAT, SAT Verbal, ACT, AP History, English and Literature preparation through "Ivy West" while I was living in the San Francisco Bay area.Now that I am living in Minnesota, I am thrilled to be working with Varsity Tutors. I truly enjoy working with students of all ages, strengths, challenges, and motivation levels. I believe I can speak for my former students when I say that I am generally regarded as a friendly, kind, and funny tutor who knows how to bring out the best in her students and how to make the most productive use of each session. My time is valuable and I know that my student's time is equally valuable... so why not use it well?

I received my PhD in Physics from Brandeis University with a focus in computational and theoretical biophysics. I know that STEM classes can be intimidating to many. Every student has their own way of learning. My job is to figure out how my students learn and work within that framework to demystify these subjects. Everyone starts life as a scientist, questioning everything in their environment, and my goal is to bring my students back to their inherent inquisitive nature. In my spare time I enjoy playing board games with friends, experimenting in the kitchen, and amateur blacksmithing.

I received my Bachelor of Arts degree, with a double major in English and Spanish, as well as a minor in Psychology, from Lawrence University. After graduation, I returned for another year to continue my education, studying Education in their teacher certification program. I completed my student teaching semester at a public high school in Wisconsin, teaching Communication Arts and Creative Writing. Subsequently, I took a job teaching in the inner city of Chicago, at first taking over for a maternity leave as the 5th grade teacher in a self-contained classroom. I stayed on at the school for the following two years, taking on the position of 8th grade homeroom teacher and junior high English teacher. I taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Reading, Writing, and Language Arts. I have helped all of my students improve their reading fluency and comprehension, their grammar and writing skills, and even their public speaking confidence. I have helped them develop a voice of self-expression through writing, and have helped them enjoy and connect to a variety of genres of literature. Calling on both my experience and my passions, I tutor the following subjects: English, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, Literature, Reading, Writing, Test Prep, ACT English, ACT Reading, and ACT Writing.Outside of academia, I love to play with my puppy, practice yoga, go for walks, and paint. I look forward to getting to know what each of my student's interests, passions, and hobbies are, so that I can make the learning more relevant and real for him or her. I believe that making personal connections with learning is the best way to make new knowledge and skills stick as well as to make it a positive experience. For example, I had a group of very disinterested 8th grade boys in my class last year who I inspired to be passionate about poetic techniques. I used their passion for basketball and their passion for rap music, and developed a unit that had them begging for more lessons and acing all of my tests! Learning can be more fun than many people realize! I would love to help you to not only turn your struggles into a success story, but also to find passion and joy in the process as well!

I studied physics at a liberal arts school, worked at Los Alamos National Laboratory, and did two years of work on a masters at University of New Mexico. I have taught lab courses in introductory physics and tutored college and high school students in physics and math. I am interested in making physics and math relatable to people who are not naturally adept at it. I have taken the SAT, the general GRE and the physics GRE subject tests.I also play trumpet and have studied music theory in music camps and AP music theory so I can tutor music theory.

As a passionate educator with a Bachelor's in Global Studies from Lawrence University, I am dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for my students. With over two years of classroom experience and a certification in ESL, I specialize in teaching subjects such as Elementary English and Math. My teaching philosophy centers on creating engaging, student-centered lessons that connect academic concepts to real-world applications, encouraging curiosity and critical thinking. I am motivated by the joy of seeing students succeed and grow in their understanding. Outside the classroom, I enjoy exploring different cultures through travel and reading, which enriches my teaching and connects me further with my students' diverse backgrounds.

I love math, and I want to help others feel the same way. I am dedicated in making sure that you will learn in the best way for you. I want you to be able to achieve a high level of math success.

I am a graduate of Lawrence University in Wisconsin, where I earned a Physics degree. It was there that I discovered my passion for tutoring, which led me into teaching. I taught Physics at several schools in California before my life took a different direction, though in my corporate work I have always relished the opportunity to help teach my colleagues technical skills. My teaching philosophy centers on an individualized approach, with a strong emphasis on cognitive modeling as a tool to enable students to learn how to reason through a problem - a vital skill, not only in math and science, but in life in general. I hold a deep love for physics, math, and astronomy, and also enjoy inorganic chemistry. In my spare time I enjoy reading and writing speculative fiction, as well as swimming, cooking, and fiber crafts.

I am a graduate of Lawrence University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Psychology. I discovered my love for tutoring at Lawrence's Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). While there, I enjoyed working with my peers to succeed with their projects and tests, but also volunteered to read with elementary school students. We always managed to have fun while reading! I have babysat since the age of 14, had 2 positions camp counseling, and volunteered in my mother's 1st-3rd grade classrooms throughout the years. Last year I spent my AmeriCorps City Year tutoring 6th grade students in reading and math, helping them boost their test scores and confidence.I am currently a Senior High School Coach with College Possible in St. Paul, MN. I help seniors write college essays, apply for scholarships and prepare for college placement tests. I love building strong mentoring relationships with youth and prospective students.I'm First Aid/CPR certified and in the process of obtaining my substitute teaching license for the coming school year.I love to tutor writing and reading! My style involves brainstorming about a prompt and asking intentional questions to get students excited about literature and writing.In my free time, I enjoy playing guitar, knitting, and biking around the Twin Cities.

Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, I recently finished my Masters of English degree at the University of Iowa, focusing on 20th-century American Novels and Cultural Studies. I also hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music and English, with a minor in History from Lawrence University in Appleton, WI, graduating in 2010. In the past four years, I've really developed a passion for teaching and tutoring. I've taught English and rhetoric courses at the University of Iowa and Shandong Institute of Business and Technology in Yantai, China, as well as tutoring in the Business Writing and English Writing Centers at Iowa. In particular, I love tutoring writing in its many forms, from long essays to cover letters, as well as all subjects in the Humanities. I also enjoy tutoring standardized tests like the SAT and GRE because I can teach my students tips and tricks that can give them some peace of mind in high-pressure situations. My primary teaching philosophy is to look at each student as an individual. Rather than seeing students as a collective whole that can best be served by implementing uniform methods of teaching, I think of tutoring as something that needs to be modified to fit each student's individual learning style and way of interacting. If I'm not tutoring, I enjoy singing, exploring Seattle's vibrant neighborhoods and food scene, and writing fiction.

I'm here to make things more enjoyable and less stressful. Music theory can be fun and interesting, and i'll try my best to show you that! I will work with you to find a teaching style that works best. Look forward to meeting you:)

I am a graduate from Lawrence University where I received by Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Gender Studies. Currently I am a Master's student at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities in Counseling Psychology. I hope to become a counselor for high school and college students. While studying abroad in Amsterdam, I tutored English, and during college, I tutored students in French. I also enjoy helping fellow classmates edit and revise their college papers. My favorite subject though is Psychology. I believe students should be given every opportunity to learn and should be excited to learn, and I look forward to encouraging students in their learning. I will guide students, but I believe it is up to them to discover the right answer. In my spare time I like reading, being with my friends, and watching the occasional television show. In Minneapolis, I'm looking forward to attending football and hockey games.

I am a teacher in Milwaukee Public Schools and experienced working with diverse students and alternative environments. I have taught US History, World History, Citizenship, American Government, Algebra I and Geometry. I earned a B.A. from Lawrence University in History.