Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving Detroit, MI

...I had to summarize what I've learned so far from all of these teaching experiences, I'd boil it down to this: A good attitude accounts for at least 75% of learning. If you feel you can learn it, and you're not afraid of making some mistakes along the way, then you will ultimately learn it. Whom I have encountered regrettably often, however, are students who don't feel that way. So a major part of my...

...after getting interested in the inner workings of organic chemistry. While going to college I earned money by tutoring classes I had already taken. I also offered "supplemental instruction" which were informal classroom question and answer sessions. I worked in a research lab after earning an undergraduate research fellowship and explored Physiology at the School of Medicine. Then went on to study Toxicology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. While there a decision appeared clear...

...degree from the University of Michigan in Judaic studies, although I switched to that field from electrical engineering and computer science. I've loved teaching for a long time, and my favorite part has always been personalizing lessons and teaching styles for individual students. Everybody is different, and everybody has their own best way to learn. I make it my mission to find that most effective method for all of my students. Aside from tutoring, I...

...I tend to ask many open ended questions. It is based on the adage that teaching somebody to fish is far better than giving them a fish! As asides, I can speak a bit of Spanish, minored and theatre, and I can play the tuba (don't laugh). Lastly, I also have a considerable background dealing with students with ADHD and other learning disabilities. I, myself, have ADHD and was able to get a PhD in...

Hi! I'm Shubhashish, but I go by Shub. I'm an engineering student at the University of Michigan.

A Senior at the University of Michigan - Ross School of Business. She is pursuing a dual degree in Cognitive Science and Business. She has experience tutoring students at a variety of levels, including elementary, middle, high school, and college, and specializes in tutoring standardized tests (ACT, SAT, PSAT), Math, English, Psychology, and Economics.

I received my bachelor's degree in education from the University of Michigan. My majors are Elementary and math. Before Education, I studied Computer Information Systems. I love teaching math and helping students understand the concepts that seem to be hard.

...areas and more. I am passionate about teaching, learning and promoting successful tutoring and learning outcomes identified based on students' wants and needs. I take a personal interest in each and every student and am committed to individualized attention and meeting short and long term goals. My style is easy going, patient, fun but persistent. I view the tutoring relationship as a mutual commitment and involvement in the process of engagement and gaining essential knowledge...

I am a passionate EFL Teacher with hands on international experience in facilitating English language acquisition and designing EFL curriculum. I am looking for students who are eager to excel and pursue their goals.... To foster constructive learning.

...- to work one-on-one with an individual and watch the incremental progress, as he/she masters the material were working on. Initially, I was hired by Kaplan Institute to teach ACT & SAT prep courses. I originally viewed tutoring as a part-time job to help finance graduate school, but I soon branched out into tutoring on my own and have enjoyed it so much that I have continued long into my college teaching career, which also...

...highly regarded college prep high school in Detroit, and Wayne State University, where I graduated in 2012 with a degree in Film Production. I am a filmmaker with an interest in teaching and interacting with youth. I am very friendly but expect high effort and a positive attitude. In my eyes, every student has the ability to accomplish whatever goals they set their minds to as long as they work hard and push through obstacles....

...is Andriy and I'm a passionate computer scientist who loves cooking and the outdoors. I'm currently studying as a Junior at the University of Michigan working towards a bachelor's in computer science, and I love tutoring the subject in all forms, from introductory to the college level. Computer science is becoming more and more relevant, and think everyone ought to learn a thing or two about it! Talk to me about travel, biking, video games,...

...variety of backgrounds and I know that every one is unique. Further, my goal as a tutor is not merely to impart information, but to guide the student through the learning process so that they can master the subject matter themselves. This requires a highly personalized approach. First, I identify the specific areas where the student needs help, then I craft exercises tailored to the student’s particular learning style. I also find multiple modes –...

...minoring in the History of Medicine. Outside of Varsity Tutors, I volunteer as a tutor for the Detroit Educational Society, in which I help underprivileged students in Detroit study for the ACT and SAT. When it comes to the student-tutor relationship, I believe that a tutor's job is to provide a safe place for the student to ask questions and to make mistakes, while the role of the student is to come prepared and be...

...algebra/trigonometry and calculus. Rather that just giving the students the equations to solve the desired problems, I prefer to make the students work themselves, concentrating myself in directing them whenever it is necessary and explaining the subtle points of the confusing material studied. During the tests the students are left with their task alone with no help form anyone, and my goal is to make them able to deal with such tasks successfully.

Currently pursuing degrees in Economics and Computer Science at the University of Michigan. I've been through the ACT and SAT ringer and would love to help with prep. I also specialize in tutoring Math (up to pre-calc), Economics, and History.

...the ACT. I have also taught English to adults living in Costa Rica. In every setting, I use various methods and materials that are available to try and relate the material to the student's life. As a tutor, I love to inspire students and show them their own strengths to boost confidence. I like to follow my previous supervisor's tutoring motto, which was "We work to put ourselves out of a job," meaning my goal...

I am a college graduate with a B.S. in the field of General Biology from the University of North Georgia. By profession, I am a laboratory scientist but I also have a passion for helping others on their journey in learning. My goal in sessions is to help students reach their goals by giving them tools in problem-solving and course management. My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/savannah-price-617060128

...also been tutoring and working with students of all ages for the past 5 years. Education is one of my passions in life and I firmly believe that every single student has the capacity and capability to be successful. I love getting to know each and every one of my students on an individual level, learning their interests, passions, strengths, and weaknesses. I specialize in finding new and interesting ways to teach and explain topics...

I want to teach life through academics to make you a successful person in the classroom and a positive change in society. I trust what Eastern Michigan taught me in my undergraduate program of Communications media and theater arts along with what Ferris State University's Master's of ED subject area curriculum program true key tools for a successful academic experience. Give me the opportunity to broaden your perspective as a student and as a person.