Award-Winning Tutors serving Akron, OH

...Activities Monthly. I was then recruited by a different school district to work as a Librarian in a middle school so I left my classroom position and was a School Librarian for 15 years before I retired. Library and Research were part of the 6th Grade and Special Education curriculum, so I not only ran the Library, but I continued to teach. During my career, I conducted several classroom management workshops and wrote over a...

...have always had an affinity for the Language Arts. I learned to read at a young age, and frequently had a book in my hands. This led me to major in English in college and to obtain a teaching certificate for the purpose of working with young people. My desire was to help them obtain the same love and desire for literature that I have. Reading is one of my favorite things to do, and...

...knowledge with others. I first discovered French in High School, and took it for four years. During that time, I went on trips with my French class, most notably to Montreal. I loved my time in the city and exercising my French with native speakers. The exchange of cultures really propelled me into majoring in French in college. In my personal time, I like to weave and explore other fiber arts. I am often found...

...at Southern New Hampshire University. I have a passion for science and would love the opportunity to share scientific knowledge with the next generation of students. I enjoy tutoring science subjects, including biology, ecology, anatomy, and computer science. I love nature and have studied the natural world my entire life, which is where I developed my passion for the natural sciences. My tutoring style is to let the student guide me on the areas in...

Teaching has always been a passion of mine. I have always been a good student, and still am as I am currently almost done completing my master's degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. I am flexible with my teaching strategies as each student learns differently and what works for one student may not work for the next. I know that parents and students get busy after school, I am flexible with my tutoring...

Teaching is my passion. I have more than 25 years of ESL teaching and helping people improve their English skills in any possible way. I am very patient and outgoing. I love meeting new people and exchanging ideas . I love art , music , dancing and all things that are positive in life. My classes are fun and entertaining!... Teaching is an exchange, and it has to come from the heart. It should be fun...

...all my future students who are more like mentees that will grow and thrive in our relationship to carry them into their futures. Lifelong learning as a value has opened many opportunities for me, from being an English instructor to adult learning sessions. As a student of mine, you can benefit from the career experiences that have served me from classroom teaching to a USO Troupe performer with the U.S. Defense Department. Curiosity and self-awareness...

...was employed to be a tutor teaching students science classes such as biology, chemistry and statistics. After a while I branched out and started teaching small groups in classrooms and well as other subjects such as college composition and lower level mathematics. I found that tutoring students and helping them to better prepare for tests as well as instilling in them better time management strategies and goal oriented philosophies gave me immense pleasure. I discovered...

...and the application of EFFORT while still providing detailed and constructive criticism. I've found this allows students to focus on areas for improvement and growth, without feeling scared of punishment for making trial-and-error mistakes. After all, people gained learned lessons from mistakes, so it's important to allow room for them. As long as a student is actually putting in the effort, I will point your energy in the right direction for you.

...a student, I struggled to understand math and science concepts while in high school and college. It felt like nothing discussed while in the classroom stuck with me, and it was almost pointless for me to be there. You are not alone! And, this also isn't a reflection on your ability to ever learn these subjects! You just need to approach the problems differently, and spend a bit more time practicing them. Despite believing myself...

...for the last three years but have worked with children over the last 10 years. I love working with kids and seeing them learn a new skill! I try to make the classroom fun through the use of props, pictures, and smiling of course! Outside of the classroom I am getting my Masters degree at Kent State University and I enjoy spending time with friends and family. I'm very excited to be working for Varsity...

...use of my study techniques. I've graduated with a masters degree with 4.0 GPA, and honestly if you know the right way to study - ONE TIME IS ENOUGH. I've held the position of a Teaching Assistant and Tutoring Skills Specialist which made me efficient in assisting every type of student achieve their goals. If you think you are a novice at a subject or a skill right now, I'll ask you to think again...

...learn. I have a strong standardized testing record which complements the skills and motivation I have to teach. In my spare time, I am constantly trying to help myself acquire new skills and to expand my intellectual foundation, whether that be through reading novels, learning languages or perusing academic journals. I know firsthand how valuable tutoring is, as it was crucial in helping me develop an Ivy League-caliber course load before I applied to college....

My name is Kristine Sokol and I am a high school math teacher. I really enjoy math and try my best to find the best way to teach my students and help them understand the material better.

...at all grade levels and enjoy helping students learn regardless of their current knowledge or ability in a particular subject. I enjoy interacting with students of all ages and helping them understand a subject, especially when they are having difficulties. I think many students who dislike school or a particular subject because they are not good at it or do not get it. The reason they are not good at it is likely because they...

...attended Case Western Reserve University and received my Masters of Science in chemical engineering with a focus on battery research and electrochemistry. The subjects I tutor are mainly focused in the STEM field, and I love teaching students about science! It is important to me to get to know my students and work together to find the answers in a way that plays to their strengths. Outside of academia I enjoy being in nature and...

...in the business sector as a customer service and global mobility professional. In my role, I provided services to employees moving to a new country for their job. Those services included arranging intercultural training, and coordinating help for employees in finding a home, enrolling their children in school and applying for their driver's license. In 2019, I earned the industry certification of Global Mobility Specialist (GMS). I have learned first-hand the language and writing needs...

I recently graduated from Kent State University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre-Medicine. I have taken multiple biology and chemistry related classes, including microbiology, general chemistry, anatomy and physiology, etc. Also, I have an interest in Spanish, as I have taken 6 different Spanish courses. I am starting graduate school Fall 2018 to obtain my Master of Arts in Biology.

...have worked with students from 1st grade through high school on topics ranging from elementary science to trigonometry test prep, but my foremost strength is the three sections of the SAT. I have roughly three years of experience tutoring and last year taught a test prep class. My approach to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally, having just gone through the college admissions...

...I am a law student at Case Western Reserve University. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Criminology. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math and Psychology. In my eyes, every student has the potential to succeed. My tutoring philosophy revolves around creating unique and engaging experiences that encourage students to explore their strengths, overcome challenges, and develop a passion for learning. I'm dedicated to customizing my...