Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving Catalina Foothills, AZ

...find it to be a very important, challenging and rewarding occupation. I have worked in the investment management and financial planning industry for 25 years. I currently work for a Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm that handles complex client relationships. I have also been an adjunct university finance professor for 9 years that taught master's and undergraduate finance classes. I received my MBA from Rockhurst University in Kansas City, MO. I received my bachelor's degree...

...that most people with these subjects from my experiences helping my classmates. I believe the biggest obstacle people have with these subjects is the fact that math and science often relies on abstract ideas that are seen as purely logical. My top strategy is to put the abstract back into reality. To make far out there mathematical theory something that you can visualize and relate to. I often use metaphors and analogies to explain the...

...specialized in Honors American Literature and Honors World Literature and was included in "Who's Who Among America's Teachers" in 1994; at the collegiate level, freshman writing. I hold a California Community College Instructor Credential (Valid for Life) in Language Arts/Literature and Philosophy/Religion. My academic background includes two Master's Degrees, with an emphasis in religion, literature, and humanities, followed by completing all university post-graduate courses in literature required to advance to a Ph.D. dissertation phase of...

...I use individualzed teaching methods to create a fun, engaging, and personalized academic atmosphere. I have experience tutoring calculus, United States history, government and politics, and test prep. While I can't say for sure which subject I enjoy teaching the most, I enjoy any opportunity to work with students who are excited about their subjects. Outside of school and tutoring, I enjoy playing basketball, improving Wikipedia articles, and trying to stay cool in the Arizona...

...through college, supporting them in subjects such as psychology, history, English, and test preparation. My background includes a career in educational assessment as a Psychometric Analyst and advanced studies as a PhD student in Educational Psychology, which allow me to bring both practical expertise and research-based strategies into my tutoring. I especially enjoy tutoring psychology and history because these subjects encourage students to think critically about people, systems, and ideas. My tutoring style is student-centered:...

...MA ED from Lesley College. In addition to teaching in multiple states within the United States, I spent 18 years teaching internationally. I feel that these experiences cultivated a great enthusiasm for learning. Exploring many cultures, ethnicities and unique individuals provides me with a broad foundation which I feel strengthens my ability to work with my students. My enthusiasm and positive attitude are characteristics consistently mentioned by my administrators as well as peers. My teaching...

...student teaching in 2nd Grade and my first year of teaching in 5th Grade Math and Science. Since then I have been moving around as a military spouse so I have been subbing and tutoring. I am originally from Memphis, TN, but I have lived in South Carolina, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Arizona. Moving around has given me a chance to meet many different students from all types of backgrounds and has helped me learn to...

...knowledge and facilitate learning. Effectively incorporate the love of Science, literature and different computer skills into all lessons creating enriched learning activities. Knows how to install computer assisted gadgets like panaboard and raspberry pi. Create a good sense of communication skills through computer aided instructions among students. Possess outstanding interpersonal, presentation and classroom management skills. Encourages diversity among children to accomplish common goals -"to teach wholeheartedly and to teach effectively". These qualities have earned the respect...

...currently tutor math from middle school Algebra up through Calculus I, Physics, Biology and Ecology. I started tutoring after completing a class covering various tutoring strategies and methodologies my sophomore year through the UofA's Center for Recruitment and Retention of Mathematics Teachers. During this course I was mentored by two high school teachers who had me help during their classes. This experience gave me a good base for designing lessons and introduced me to common...

...the high school and college level. I have 16+ years of teaching High School English in three different Tucson, AZ, public schools. I studied English and earned a Bachelor of Arts at The George Washington University in Washington, DC, in 2001. After my first teaching job at an elementary charter school and taking a year off to have a child, I earned a Masters in Fine Arts in Creative Writing with a concentration in Poetry...

...My name is Kirsten. I'm an Arizona-native with a passion for the English language. I've spent the last two years working as an ESL/TEFL teacher in Germany. I have a very hands-on method that I believe revolutionizes the way we have traditionally learned languages in the past. Previous to my experience overseas, I have worked as a child caregiver and writing tutor. I hope to make your learning experience fun and to motivate you on...

I am a graduate of the University of Arizona's gender studies program. I am currently a middle school teacher. In the past, I have been a writer and an editor.

...I have volunteered in 1st, 2nd, and 5th grade classes as well. I love helping students learn. My favorite part about teaching is helping students understand a concept that they've been struggling with by explaining it in a new way. I love teaching math, especially algebra. I also love to read in my spare time, and I strive to pass on that love of reading to my students. I enjoy helping them learn to decode...

Hello! My name is Zaskia Villa and I'm studying Marketing and Film and TV at the University of Arizona. I love being creative, as my hobbies include writing, singing, dancing, and producing short videos. If you're interested in enhancing your public speaking skills or even just want me to edit an essay, I will do my best to guide you!

Eager to teach math classes by making it interesting and relevant.

...at the University of Arizona. I have 7 years of experience tutoring math and science. My favorite subjects to tutor are Algebra, Algebra II, and Chemistry, but I also really enjoy tutoring Physics and Geometry. My approach to tutoring is to pinpoint why a student is struggling and to work through difficulties with clear and novel explanations as well as targeted practice. I believe that helping a student master the material is key towards gaining...

Hello all and welcome to my tutoring page! I'm here to help in areas such as algebra, finance, economics and mathematics. Currently, I'm working towards my Ph.D. in Financial Management. I've worked with individuals from k-12 as well as individuals in college. I can also assist with resume and cover letter help.

...and reading at the elementary level. I have worked with high school students on college test prep and taught undergraduate Music Theory at the University of Arizona and Yale University. I have tutored Math through high school Algebra privately and am certified to teach middle school math. I enjoy helping students understand challenging material and love that aha moment when a student finally gets something that they have been struggling with. When I'm not working...

I am currently a third year physics student at the University of Arizona. I have prior tutoring experience, and can cover many topics in math and physics. Outside of school I like rock climbing, hiking, camping, and snowboarding.

Life long learning is a hoot! Even with what I have accomplished, I'm not through yet. Curiosity has me constantly looking for things I don't know and mastering them. With 50 years in the classroom - yes this is an old picture - I'm still sticking nose into new things and pushing to learn all I can. If you can express your needs, we will find them together.