Award-Winning Tutors serving Gibsonia, PA

...learn is to discover knowledge through experience and lots of practice which invokes the confidence to overcome challenges while simultaneously lifting inhibitions in regard to tackling new problems. To facilitate such an experience within a classroom environment is especially possible in subjects like mathematics and the physical sciences, by facilitating a working knowledge of contemporary...

...in Spanish and currently studying Arabic as well. I was homeschooled for much of my life and loved it, but completed my last three years of high school in a public school and am thus well acquainted with the various forms of standardized testing. When I'm not studying I like singing and theatre, reading, playing...

...listen to what students say and don't say to help them identify their goal and process to successfully reach that goal. In addition to editing 1,000+ pages of undergraduate student writing each semester, I have also served as a Writing Center Consultant where I worked with undergraduate and graduate students at every stage of the...

...an instructor at a small technical college in Pittsburgh. Previously I have taught all levels of middle and high school math ranging from basic arithmetic to AP Calculus and Physics. My years of experience allows me to customize tutoring to all abilities and learning styles. I received my bachelors and masters degree in education from...

As an experienced tutor, I am confident in my ability to help students improve their understanding of literature, their writing, and their standardized test scores.... My teaching philosophy focuses on the importance of adopting multiple teaching strategies. An innovative, flexible approach allows me to help a wide variety of students.... In a typical first session, I talk with a student to evaluate her goals, her areas of concern, and her personal strengths.

...the opportunity to work for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration collecting data at sea and wrangling data from the internet. I also volunteered to assist a math class at an alternative high school once a week. This taught me the importance of teaching the subject and not merely showing how to solve problems. I...

...tutoring unofficially my senior year in high school after my physics teacher asked me to help some of his freshman students. It became an incredibly rewarding experience, for these students that I stuck with for nearly the entire school year were able to boost their grade up and feel more confident in their work. Some...

...graduate of Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I received my Bachelor's of Science and Master's of Science Degrees in Chemistry with a focus in polymer science. I am also currently applying to medical school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about chemistry, biology, biochemistry, and organic chemistry. Having...

...assignments from more than 150 courses on our campus. I enjoyed learning how to coach others in writing so much that I went on to complete a master's degree, emphasizing in rhetoric and composition and writing my thesis on experiential education in writing classrooms. I also taught two years of first-year writing and one year...

...a professional English teacher for going on 20 years, teaching all levels of grades 6-12. The thing I love about teaching is the personal, individual connection with each student. The beauty of literature and interpretation is there is no right or wrong answer. What I can help with are ways to make your voice or...

...academic background and unconventional professional experience to inform my teaching style: holistically working towards greater overall comfort with the subject and its main ideas. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I'm especially interested in working with students to improve their writing so that they can communicate complex ideas in a way that is...

...as I have been in your shoes, I know the feeling of being stuck and the anxiety that comes before a test, the longing for a better GPA to get to your dream career, and the need of being able to communicate in a foreign land. I love making learning fun, and practical, I love...

...of dimensional analysis to verify test answers. Background material such as the history of science and mathematics is quite effective at not only making the material more interesting but at clarifying concepts and tying them together. The story of what a scientist was trying to accomplish when creating a theory can make the difference between...

...graduate of Western Governors University. I have a degree in elementary and special education, and I am currently working on a master's in education leadership. Over the past 10+ years, I have taught a wide range of subjects to students of all ages, from 5-65. My specialties are in English, math, Spanish, and ESL. However,...

...and humanities and helping them make the most of their studies and develop transferable skills in qualitative analysis and written communication. Finding middle ground between different disciplines and skillsets has not only helped me work with a wide variety of students, but help them thrive in many different environments, as they enter industry, graduate school,...

...is Erin and I'd love to help you find success in school. I have an elementary teaching degree and have over ten years of classroom experience. I absolutely love working with students and helping them grow emotionally, socially, and academically. Teaching is not just my profession, it's my passion. My hope is that my enthusiasm,...

...to do well on the exam and get accepted to the colleges they desired. Every time I saw a score increase on a practice test, I knew I was making a difference, and that gave me deep satisfaction. On the elementary and middle school level, I've helped family friends who were having difficulty in their...

...absolute favorite subjects are math and social studies. While growing up I always found math a challenge for me. Because I have that firsthand knowledge of what it's like to struggle in math, I do my very best to make math relatable to all students. I will do whatever I need to do in order...

...experience. I currently provide College Counseling and SAT/ACT test prep for high school students, as well as Tutoring in English and Writing, for students of All Ages. I know that taking standardized tests is difficult and can cause anxiety for some students. As a knowledge-able and patient tutor, I can give students test strategies and...

...was taught to always seek help when needed, but more importantly, when wanted. One should always strive to better themselves even in their prime. As I delve into my undergraduate studies, I hope to not only pursue my education, but help others with theirs, whether that be a certain subject or standardized test. Other than...