Award-Winning Tutors serving Rochester, MI

Hi, my name is Mohamad Hamood. I graduated from the University of Michigan Dearborn with a bachelor's degree in biology and a minor in psychology. I have a few years of tutoring under my belt, and I will make sure you not only understand how to get the correct answer but also understand what you're learning conceptually.

...University. My concentration was in Information Systems Management with a focus on coding and software development. My former professor, Dr. Heinrichs, can attest to my computer competency as I had the good fortune of working alongside him while taking a pilot course titled "Software Development using Swift." One of my many natural talents is in learning how to read, write, and speak more than one world language. In fact, I am a self-proclaimed trilingual; I...

...not have specific achievements to tout, my proudest moments are the "aha" moments that light up a student's face the moments when a complex concept becomes comprehensible, when a seemingly insurmountable challenge transforms into a conquerable task. These are the small victories that fuel my passion for tutoring and reaffirm my belief in the limitless potential of each individual I work with. In me, you'll find a tutor who is not just proficient in programming...

...business in 2014 and in that same year I pursued my Master of Business Administration degree. Now ten years later I am finally back to where I was originally led, TEACHING! Teaching Philosophy: What's the Golden Rule? Something that was instilled in me at a very early age is the notion: Treat people how you want to be treated. I believe if everyone used this simple concept all the time, we could and would make...

...Japanese lessons to English speaking students. From age 12 until college I was learning Japanese with native speaking tutors. I graduated from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor with a degree in Ecology, Evolution, and Biodiversity. During my four years of college I completed intensive Japanese language coursework. I currently work part-time at a Japanese restaurant where I communicate fully in Japanese to my coworkers and to Japanese speaking customers. I am very passionate...

...building genuine connections with students and tailoring each session to their needs and interests. I am most excited to tutorFrench, Spanish, English, and computer software programs. These subjects blend communication, creativity, and structure to challenge and engage students. Language learning, in particular, is a personal passion of mine. I love helping students discover the joy of expressing themselves in another language. Likewise, I enjoy teaching computer programs because they can unlock students' ability to create...

...teach students of all ages. I received both my Bachelor of Science and Master of Occupational Therapy from Eastern Michigan University. I am an organized, dedicated and patient teacher who loves to help others learn the skills they need to succeed. I have a passion for helping others, which is why I chose to be an Occupational Therapist and a Tutor as my career paths. My tutoring style is all about variation in teaching content,...

...during a tutor session, I feel it is almost equally important to build a friendship relationship with my students as well. I have found this to have a significant factor in wanting to tutor and more importantly wanting to continue tutoring together. Most of my students I have continued tutoring throughout their school career, only stopping due to graduation. In my spare time, I enjoy snuggling and playing with my cats, hiking, and watching movies.

...projects or everyday experiences can make them more accessible, and it's a strategy that has helped me succeed academically as well. Another technique that has served me well is starting small and building up to solve complex problems. This approach encourages students to focus on foundational steps, the things you already know and tools you know how to use, which can make problem-solving less intimidating and more manageable. The math subjects I am passionate about...

...fostering "knowing" in my students, I intend to focus on giving students the tools and skills needed to strengthen their understanding of a subject. By working with a growth mindset, I can meet students where they are and work with them to help raise their understanding. I believe that highlighting student strengths, understanding their learning style, and making the material more relatable helps to foster a better understanding of the subject matter at hand.

...equitable practices, I bring a wealth of experience to my tutoring approach. My role as Senior Director of Learning and Development at City Year Detroit has honed my skills in instructional design, strategic development, and effective communication, enabling me to significantly improve student achievement in schools. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Eastern Michigan University, with certifications in both English teaching and software engineering, allowing me to offer a diverse tutoring...

...Campus). I am working towards a Bachelor of Science with a focus on neuroscience as I love biology, psychology, and the brain. However, I have tutored many students during my middle school and high school career in classes and in libraries. Outside of the classroom, I was the committee chair of the National Honor Society Tutoring Committee at my high school, and I primarily focused on high school math and science-related subjects since they were...

As a highly motivated individual I am willing to try and explore new fields of study and work. My reliability is also very high as I will put in good focus in whatever I do. For now Iam dedicated to finishing my studies where I am at and eventually coming into a professional career. I would rate my organizational skills and communication skills as great as these skills will be useful in any workplace.

I am a secondary education teacher with a certification in Biology and Chemistry. I also completed my Masters in the Arts of Teaching degree at Wayne State University. I have a great passion for teaching and motivating students of all abilities to help them succeed in school and reach their full potential.

...to others. I did a double major in mathematics and music at Knox College and extensively studied many core aspects of mathematics that most students never get a chance to touch. I believe that a true understanding of mathematics comes from a deeper understanding of these principles. It's more rewarding to know why mathematical principles work the way they do and be able to apply them more broadly than to simply know rote computations. That...

...am a recent graduate of the University of Michigan where I studied Public Policy and Sociology. I am also pre-law and will be attending either UCLA or Georgetown in the fall. I am a strong test taker and also a former journalist! I am ready to help you tackle essays, improve test-taking, and make schoolwork seem less daunting. As someone who received tutoring myself, I know what kind of help students desire hopefully I can...

...are exposed to a variety of people, experiences, and situations that will benefit them in the real world. I encourage all students to understand and celebrate the differences that make each individual special. I believe that understanding diversity is an important skill not only as part of a classroom but also as part of a community and a citizen of the world. There are many different types of people in the world, and people should...

...minor in Japanese. I have also spent a year studying abroad in Japan at the Japan center for Michigan Universities in Hikone. As evidenced by my field of study I find that language is what I am most passionate about and more specifically Japanese. perhaps due to my background in linguistics I find that I tend to like taking a more technical approach to the idea of language learning and try to add elements of...

...Walla University in College Place, WA, minoring in History. I have experience working with all ages and skill levels with expertise in reading, writing, editing, history, public speaking, religion, geography, and ESL. I enjoy travelling, reading, and cooking. My favorite subjects to teach are reading, writing, and speaking. My teaching philosophy is to find what interests the student and work from there to help the student improve at whatever they are having trouble with. I...

...and Anthropology. I have a lot of experience working with elementary and middle school students through formal tutoring sessions as well as more informal volunteer work, mostly in early reading, writing, and math skills. I currently work as a writing consultant at the UofM Writing Support Center where students bring in their work and we spend 1 hour long sessions addressing their concerns together. This position has helped me gain a lot of skills and...