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Certified Tutor
5+ years
James
My experience includes teaching students at both middle school and high school levels and ranges from teaching students in an alternative program to advanced students in a rigorous early college program. I have also taught English as a second language and high school completion/credit recovery cours...
Oakland University
Master of Arts Teaching, Secondary Education
Oakland University
Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor
Kellie
I have a Elementary teaching degree as well as a Special Education teaching degree with endorsements in cognitive impairment and autism spectrum disorder. I have been teaching for 9 years and I love to help students learn, especially when they are struggling. I enjoy the challenge of finding new and...
Oakland University
Masters in Education, Special Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching

Certified Tutor
Eva
My goal as a tutor is to help students with Spanish. I like to work with all levels. If the student likes a particular form of learning I will try to work with the style they like. I like writing notes for them and working on grammar.
Oakland University
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish Language and literature

Certified Tutor
15+ years
Karen
I am very fortunate to be able to tutor students. There is no better feeling than to see the "light bulb" go on during a session. After building rapport, especially with reluctant learners, I always stay positive and compliment my students on even the smallest gain in understanding. Certainly, a lit...
Oakland University
Masters, Reading and Language Arts
Oakland University
Bachelors, Elementary Education with minors in math, social studies

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Blake
I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in computer science at Oakland University. I have also graduated with my Bachelor's degree in computer science from Oakland University. Alongside classes, I am working on a research project to design a programming language that makes machine learning accessi...
Oakland University
Master of Science, Computer Science
Oakland University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Tanisha
I am a native of Detroit, MI and I've always loved teaching others. I received my education at Oakland University where I am currently obtaining a degree in Criminal Justice. I have been a mentor and tutor since my high school years. Working with youth that are having issues reading and writing are ...
Oakland University
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Genevieve
Together, we can! I enjoy learning and teaching others because knowledge is power. What do you want to be powerful in today?
Oakland University
Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling
Oakland University
Bachelor in Arts, Developmental Psychology

Certified Tutor
My educational background had an extremely strong impact on my development and interests, and consequently influenced my decision to pursue my Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree and practice working as a Pharmacist to help the need of my patients and educate others.
Oakland University
Associate in Science, Biochemistry
Manchester University
Doctor of Medicine, Pharmacy

Certified Tutor
3+ years
Carolyn
I have degrees in Elementary Education, English as a Second Language Arts, and Reading from Michigan State University and Oakland University. I have been a teacher for ten years, teaching kindergarten, third grade, fourth grade, and fifth grade. I also worked as a reading specialist for fourth-sixth...
Oakland University
Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Education, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Certified Tutor
9+ years
William
I was an award-winning Algebra instructor over 30 years, combining my background in Math and Counseling, working with students having Math anxiety. I offer tutoring in your home via Skype, accessible and convenient.
Oakland University
Masters, Counseling & Guidance
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelors, Mathematics
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