Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving San Marcos, TX

...and conversational skills to debate, the art of oral presentation, American culture and theatrical expression in English. While in Shanghai I also worked as an independent ESL tutor. From March 2012 to May 2012 I volunteered to teach English as a Second Language to Spanish-speaking immigrants with a local NGO in Cordoba, Spain. I am fluent in Spanish, have an intermediate knowledge of Mandarin Chinese and have studied Portuguese, Romanian, French, Arabic and Korean. Teaching...

...Physics major and Philosophy of Law minor at the University of Texas at Austin. I have experience tutoring concepts, strategies, and preparation in the PSAT, SAT, and ACT, as well as the general subjects listed on my profile. I believe in creating an interesting and engaging environment focused on mastering the fundamentals effectively, personalized in a way that makes the most sense to the student, in order to conquer more complex concepts.

Hi! You can usually find me in my classroom during the school year or somewhere outside during the summer. I'm excited about the ability to connect with students locally and also all around the country through Varsity.... I enjoy inquiry-based learning because it provides students with the ability to take ownership of their knowledge.... I'd like to learn what a student already understands, if they know what is expected of them to learn, and then begin...

Math problems can be really hard, I know this well! I will help you to understand math problems in a step-by-step way, so that you not only complete your assignments, but also come away with a deeper understanding of the material.

...have high expectations for each child and the understanding that each child learns in their own time at their own ability. In order for each of my students to reach their potential, it is up to us to have a good relationship to better understand how the child learns best. This will enable me to present skills in the best way so the child will be able to grasp difficult to understand concepts. Children should...

...the concepts. In order to do this, I frequently use pictures, diagrams, models, and physical representation of the process at hand. Allowing the student to visualize the process gives them a greater ability to understand problems related to it. This approach is especially useful in science and math because they are subjects describing the phenomena of the physical world! Allowing the student to see the process which they are learning always proves beneficial to overall...

...I tutor in a wide range of subjects, I specialize in language arts, reading comprehension, grammar, and essay writing. I encourage students to take risks and make mistakes before I step in. I believe the most rewarding learning opportunities happen when students step out of their comfort zone. I take a hands-on approach and adjust my teaching style to every student's individual needs, checking in throughout a lesson on what is clear and what is...

I am passionate about learning and hope to spark an interest and love of learning in my students. I can help you understand the subject matter, improve grades and test scores, and boost confidence. I believe that our brains have infinite capacity for learning and storing new information. Work with me and I can help you reach your full potential! ... I believe that we all possess unlimited potential for learning and understanding. I can help...

...obtained at California University of Pennsylvania. I have worked in education for over 30 years on the secondary level and more recently within higher education. My background includes working in various areas of student development on the collegiate level, serving as an adjunct faculty member, coaching various club and varsity sports such as rugby, lacrosse, and track. Through my work I have been able to travel to Australia, Peru, Turkey, Canada, and El Salvador, and...

...a bachelors degree in Special Education. After college, I was accepted into Teach for America, where I taught 4th grade reading and writing in inner city Houston. Between my Special Education degree and Teach for America, I have worked with kids from a wide range of ages and disabilities. I am certified to teach General Education (EC-6), Special Education (EC-12), and ESL. I have most experience with elementary reading and writing. I am working at...

I'm a Computer Science student who's been teaching all my life. From tennis camps for kids to an engineering physics class for college kids, I really enjoy helping someone discover for themselves what they are capable of! Please let me know if there's anything you'd like me to help you with.

...believe that a holistic perspective of the students experience(s) in life is a necessity to lay an enduring foundation for the lifelong learner. At the same time I am committed to fine tuning understanding within a discipline. My goal as an educator is to create a symbiotic experience that will engage the student toward becoming a healthy minded good citizen with an appreciation for life long learning and able, furthermore to pursue a high quality...

Helping students to succeed while enjoying learning is a personal joy. It adds value to my life to help others grow through education and understanding.... My teaching philosophy is to show students how their innate curiosity can be peaked for any subject matter, so they can feel excited about growing their ideas and dreams.... In a typical first session, I like to open a dialogue so we can get to know what we bring to our...

...temporary fixes. With a strong background in both academic content and digital teaching tools, I ensure every session is focused, engaging, and productive. I take pride in making students feel more confident, more capable, and fully supported in their learning. I enjoy spending time outdoors through activities like hiking and camping, which allow me to reconnect with nature. I'm also passionate about music and make fitness a regular part of my routine through working out.

...Engineering in the fall. My background provides me an excellent understanding of all levels of math and science and I want to pass that on to others. Whether the student needs help getting through a class or acing the Math and Science portions of college entrance exams, I will be able to help. I have a natural desire to learn and want to be able to share it with those who want/need it, as education...

Everyone deserves an opportunity, and my opportunity is to pass on what I've learned to those who seek interest, ingenuity and drive in the infinite possible fields of education!

...school system, as well as someone thoroughly immersed in American education, having now spent most of my life in the U.S. I graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in San Antonio, Texas with high honors, where I took rigorous coursework in computer science, math, and the humanities. I further expanded my education through the Harvard Summer School Pre-College program, delving into constitutional law. In my free time I enjoy creative pursuits like video game design,...

I'm a former Peace Corps volunteer who taught high school math and physics in West Africa. I have bachelors degrees in both physics and mathematics, as well as a masters degree in electrical engineering. I currently work as a licensed Professional Engineer. Obviously, I like solving engineering problems. I also like spending time with my family, playing video games, and riding my bicycle." ... Learning is a habit.... I would start by asking the student which...

...Research Organization, and have previous experience writing for federal and nonprofit interests. I have engaged in numerous professional and creative writing workshops for well over a decade, and can help you improve your writing for any audience, as well as any improvements you would want to make in verbal test scores or political science. My teaching philosophy centers around the socratic method of asking questions to lead the student to their own realizations. I also...

...academic progress, or those seeking to proactively increase their understanding of a particular subject. Although I teach the four core subjects in the classroom, I primarily tutor in the areas of Math and Reading Language Arts. I especially enjoy teaching Math because I deliver the subject content in a manner that students are frequently amazed at their ability to grasp what they previously believed to be difficult mathematical concepts. I have also effectively assisted students...