Award-Winning Tutors serving Natrona Heights, PA

Hi Everyone, I'm Jake and I am currently studying at the University of Pittsburgh to be a high school math teacher. I have worked with children for almost 4 years now and I am confident that I can help kids of all ages ace their math exams.

...concentration in Creative Writing. I love literature and history, and I'm so excited to help you expand your understanding of these areas. At Fordham, I lead a storytelling initiative called Our Story aimed at providing a platform for a diverse range of student voices. I also have experience working as a writing tutor for creative,...

...have spent the last 6 years gaining both classroom and tutoring experience. I have worked with a wide variety of students in grades 6-12 and enjoy new adventures! My diverse background has given me the opportunity to learn the importance of differentiated instruction. I will do my best to help students of all ability levels...

...tutoring in a broad range of subjects, though I hold some preference to teaching mathematics-related courses. What I do in my free-time is rarely consistent. These days, I've been trying my hand at writing a video game in Java. This is still in a very early developmental phase, but I hope to end up with...

I enjoy learning from others and helping others learn. Learning is always a reciprocal process in my opinion. Hopefully, I can use my experience working in the education system to benefit students through Varsity Tutors.

...taught English as a second language (3 semesters) and citizenship exam prep (1 semester) to Hispanic immigrants and refugees, which taught me a lot about how to gauge students' understanding, teach tough subjects, plan activities, provide flashcards and the best possible study materials, and make the most of the students' time. I love tutoring because...

...work with because they involve definite answers that are firmly rooted in logic. My mission in helping students with these subjects is to show them how to break down complex problems into simple steps. This methodology will enable them to not only succeed in courses and on standardized tests, but also to develop an analytical...

I recently graduated from the University of Florida with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. I enjoy tutoring because I believe that it will help me grow as both a teacher and an individual. I am currently living in Pittsburgh, where I grew up, and plan to begin a Master's Degree in BME in the fall.

...It's such a nuanced subject and I love helping others see it the way I do and getting to see their unique perspectives of the same text. It's important to me to make learning an enjoyable experience for my students, as I believe that a love for learning is what truly helps students excel, rather...

...enjoy helping students understand difficult concepts. I am also very patient with my students and won't give up until we've accomplished our goals. I've achieved such challenges as becoming valedictorian of my high school class, National Honor Society, Who's Who Among American High School Students, Distinguished Graduate Student of the Year at Robert Morris University,...

...institute. After returning to the U.S., I taught Spanish to grades K-8 and tutored high school students, college students, and adult learners. I earned a B.A. in Communications and Writing at Westminster College. In my spare time I like to read, write, and travel. I have won a few awards for my writing. I also...

...classroom teacher knew that tutoring one-on-one with their student would bring school success. Because I had been a child who struggled in school, I know how important it is to communicate with the child, identify the area of concern, build the basic foundation, and teach the learning skills that will bring them academic and personal...

I am a seasoned virtual Math teacher with experience in teaching middle school math through Pre-Calculus in the online environment. I believe all students are capable of confidence in Math. With an emphasis on increasing fluency in the language of Math and building a conceptual understanding, I believe any student can change their proficiency trajectory.

...understand how essential they are to learn higher mathematics. I work with a broad range of examples so the students can feel confident about tackling any problem they have to solve. I believe that most students struggle due to a lack of well-planned study. In order to correct that, I will be showing my students...

...of school so I can help with some higher-level math courses that are still fresh in my brain, as well. Math can be a very challenging and frustrating subject for some people and I've heard too many times from people: "I'm just not good at math". I want to help students gain some confidence in...

...Through each of these formative, professional engagements I have amassed a strong background of effective instructional techniques leading students to comment favourably on my energy and erudition in the classroom. Likewise, colleagues have praised my positive influence upon the student body. I am a passionate and dedicated teacher with demonstrated productive capabilities, and a strong...

I tutored all through undergrad and loved every minute of it. I hope to use my passion for tutoring to help others.

...University in the multi-disciplinary field of Humanities. I am a current Columnist with the Examiner.com, writing on topics pertaining to educational policies in Pittsburgh and Classical education. Since 2011, I have been tutoring languages in the Pittsburgh area. I have had success with youngsters struggling with Latin grammatical concepts, or learning disabilities. My teaching philosophy is...

...experience teaching in a personal one-on-one setting as well as in a classroom setting. Courses I have taught include Biomedical Imaging, Introduction to Biomedical Engineering, and Human Factors Engineering. I have also worked with students from a variety of places and of different ages, ranging from elementary school to graduate students. Aside from my career,...

...Standards System and the Common Core, the IB Diploma Program and Middle Years Program, Advanced Placement test preparation (especially in English Language and Composition but also in Literature and Composition), the 6 + 1 Traits Writing instruction model, and instruction in journalistic writing and media literacy. As a high school English teacher, I revel in...