Award-Winning Tutors serving Madison, TN

Hi, I'm Andrew, and I love teaching elementary schoolers and middle schoolers. I can help out in lots of subjects, including English, Math, Writing, and Chess.

I believe that learning should be three things: fun, enriching, and accessible to everyone! I'm certified History 7-12 in the state of TN and history is my passion! I want to share my love for this subject and to help students see the relevancy and repetition of history.... I firmly believe that learning is, and should be, fun. I try to spice my tutoring with trivia, fun facts, and anecdotes from history. Most people don't realize...

...one shares meaningful information without interrupting their thoughts or sharing your own personal views until they finish. We should respect each other's comments, be honest to giving your own suggestions if asked, be able to determine meaning of their conversation by rephrasing/repeating what they have ideas especially if the atmosphere is warm, pleasant and trustworthy,...

...homework helper. I write poetry and music professionally, so I am well equipped to teach the fundamentals of creativity and the joy of words. I also graduated with highest honors from DePaul University in 2005 with a degree in relational, group, and organizational theories of communication. During this time, I learned the grammar and mechanics...

...subject is math. I have 1 teaching experience with 7th grade students, as well as 1 year in-person math tutoring experience with middle school students. I also have online math tutoring experience with elementary and middle school students. I enjoy helping students learn new skills and improve the skills they already have. I like to...

...me a solid foundation for engaging with and listening to the (often unspoken) needs of others. I get great joy from helping others reach their goals and overcome their presentation fears which often block their success. I believe every person has the capacity to learn and grow skills at any pinnacle of life. My philosophy...

...now pursuing a master's of Education in English Language Learner program at Vanderbilt University. I am passionate about elementary education and teaching English as a foreign language. In my experience of learning and teaching elementary school, I always try to make the activity more engaging and fun. In my spare time, I like to listen...

...Seoul, South Korea, high school Spanish, 7th and 8th grade science and social studies, and have spent the majority of my career teaching primary grades K-6. My passion; primary career focus is working with teachers and at-risk students, as a Literacy Coach in an urban school district, to increase literacy rates. Frederick Douglass said, "Once...

...to problem solve on test day rather than simply regurgitate information. When a student learns how to develop context around his or her knowledge, that student is better prepared for class, for research, for writing, and for exams. While many students panic at the prospect of taking standardized tests like the ACT or GRE, I...

...that I can do just that. I excel in and am passionate about motivating students and helping them with their organizational skills. Because of my heavy involvement in the arts, I strive to help students find what their passionate about, whatever that may be. I have experience tutoring a variety of subjects and look forward...

...subjects already. I love watching students improve on their subjects while working hard to achieve their academic goals. My teaching styles include: using games, using repetition, using step-by-step examples, and using visual examples. As a teacher, I am also able to adapt my teaching to the needs of each individual student as needed. Here is...

"Education is the mechanism that turns the wheels of a productive society--crushing the bonds of ignorance, awakening the spirit of responsibility, and stirring the energy of creativity. I thoroughly enjoy guiding students in their quest toward achieving academic success on their own terms."

...in between. My most practiced areas of expertise are in K-9 math and K-8 ELA and reading. Although, I did just complete a new reading comprehension curriculum for the established Kennedy Center Reading Clinic in Nashville, TN. Reading is definitely my passion and strong suit. However, my teaching philosophy is to make my work kid-centered,...

...done a lot of different jobs, but I've never found anything I like as much as helping students. I have a gift for explaining things in a way that anyone can easily understand. My students and I have fun but we get things done. I'm very easy to talk to, and I enjoy meeting new...

...experience that any exam score can be improved with studying and practice, no matter how frustrating or impossible it may seem. As a tutor, my goal is to listen to and address my students' needs as thoroughly as possible. Outside of academics, I love to fold origami, watch Criminal Minds, and hang out with my...

...the environment grew until I decided to continue my education in environmental engineering. Being in school for a long time, I had many teachers that taught me not only science and math but also how to live and be a better person. I have learned from my teachers that patience and persistent are keys to...

...I was an active part of student associations during my time at the university: Vice President, by election, of the University of British Columbia Japanese Association and Department Head the year before, and Executive Member of the Japanese Relations at Queen's University and Head of Arts the year before. All tutoring / lessons can be...

...Since graduating, I have started my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walden University. I am most passionate about teaching History, Psychology, and Biology. I strongly believe in the right to education and that learning is the most important thing we can do in our lives. I feel honored whenever I can help...

I believe all students can learn, it just takes the teacher and tutor to find how that student can best understand the content given to them. That's my goal with working through Varsity Tutors, to find that place of understanding with students to help them connect with the content they're learning.... My teaching philosophy is that every student can learn. We as tutors have a great opportunity to find the right method to engage a student...

...make a difference in the lives of every student that I come in contact with. I currently tutor Elementary and Middle school students. I work with students who are dyslexic, as well as all struggling readers. I have a true passion to teach students to read. There is no limits to what we can do...