Award-Winning Tutors serving Spring Lake Park, MN

Hello, my name is Ethan Sandum and I'm a student at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities studying civil engineering. I have tutored students ranging from 3rd grade all the way through high school. I specialize in math and ACT tutoring.

...in an urban environment. Most of the students that I have worked with have been at least 1 grade level behind. One of my goals as a teacher is to ensure the success of my students regardless of how far behind they are. I have also worked with students that are gifted and talented and...

...tutor during university, then tutored K-12 students at Sylvan and Huntington Learning Centers in the Twin Cities. I also taught students independently in piano, guitar, writing, and literature. After getting my TEFL certificate in 2017, I volunteer taught English at Neighborhood House and Open Door Learning Center. I started my current full-time EFL job in...

...helping students build skills and confidence that will help them academically and/or artistically, and more broadly in their lives. I offer knowledge, experience, supportive challenge, and the mentorship students need to achieve their goals and potential. I encourage my students to "make it their own" by nurturing a feeling of ownership and accountability in the...

...supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel empowered to explore and ask questions. I believe that everyone has unique strengths and learning styles, and I tailor my approach to meet individual needs. My goal is to instill confidence in my students while helping them develop critical thinking skills that extend beyond the classroom.

I have studied German since I was 14 years old, starting in high school. I also minored in German at Wofford College and studied abroad in Berlin in 2018. I have tutoring experience and I am a people person and love helping others learn German and enjoy it just as much as I do!

...in Mathematics and Chemistry) and the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (PhD in Chemistry). While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about science and mathematics. Chemistry, algebra, geometry, calculus, and statistics are some of my favorite subjects. I taught general and organic chemistry (lab and lecture) throughout graduate...

Inmyexperience,theformationofcognitivematurity,andthussociability,dependson one'scapacitytoseeone'sownrealityasasingleperceptionamongavalidplurality.Thestudy ofotherculturesandlanguagesthusopensthepossibilityforindividualstoseebeyondthe centralityoftheirownlives,anessentialriteofpassageinbecomingamatureandfairhuman being.Asateacher,Ihopetosharemyknowledgewithstudentsastheyfindnotonlytheirown viewoftheworld,butalsodiscoverthemyriadviewsaroundthem. Ihopetoaccomplishthisgoalbyformingmeaningful,respectfulbondswitheachofmy students.Inthissense,Ihopetoformmentor/menteerelationshipsinwhichIguidelearners alongtheirpathoflanguageandculturalacquisition.However,Ialsoemphasizetheroleof learnersinthisrelationship,whohelptoguideme,lettingmeknowthebestwayto communicatenotonlyempiricalknowledge,butlessonsaboutlifeaswell. Nowmorethaneverwehavethetechnologicalmeanstoenableandenhance cross-culturalcommunication.Oureducationalsystemsvalueforeignlanguages.Business opportunitiesprovideincentivesforstudentstolearntheselanguages.Iplantousethecurrent educationalandbusinessenvironmentnotonlytoprovidehighqualitylanguageacquisition skills,butenablestudentstoseethevalueinworld viewsandopinionsthatmaydifferfromtheir own.... Teaching Philosophy Robert Hultgren “The limits of my language are the limits of my world.” ­Ludwig Wittgenstein In my experience, one of the most important things that students can learn is the validity of another’s opinion. Now more than ever, it is paramount that we learn to communicate with one another and cross culturally. In the 20th and...

...writing poetry and reading great books, whether it is for a class or just for fun! I understand that writing and reading comprehension can be confusing and even daunting activities at times, and I am passionate about helping students to develop stronger academic skills, motivation, and interest. My background in psychology equips me to understand...

...in group settings. I have also taught basic Spanish, basic reading, writing and math. My fluency in Spanish is backed up by over ten years of practice while living in other countries and working with Spanish speaking clients in my professional career. My knowledge of the language can be applied to working with students of...

...to and including Calculus 1 and 2, as well as computer science and programming languages, such as C++ and Java. I have prior experience with tutoring, having a prior position as an Assistant Teacher at Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth, as well as being an Alumni mentor for my former high school robotics team.

...and Nebraska. I am currently teaching Chinese at a public school in the suburb of St. Paul. I have six years of Chinese teaching experience in the public school system. I have taught a diverse set of students including 3rd-12th graders. I am passionate about student learning and extremely interested in promoting Chinese language and...

...and marketing, supply chain, quality and operations. I have obtained status from the American Society for Quality as a: Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Effectiveness; Certified Reliability Engineer; Certified Quality Engineer; Certified Six Sigma Black Belt and Master Black Belt; Certified Supplier Quality Professional; Certified Quality Auditor; Certified Food Safety Quality Auditor; Certified Medical Device Auditor.

...to read and write well. I tutor multiple subjects connected to English - essay editing, grammar and mechanics, writing, and ESL. I write in my free time, so I love imparting students with an appreciation of reading and writing. I also play drums in two different metal bands, and I love to ride my fixie...

...reading proficiency to 100% of all third graders. Besides reading and English, I have a strong passion for math, including algebra, geometry, and calculus. I am extremely passionate about helping students both develop their knowledge in a subject and also their confidence in their learning abilities. Knowledge and confidence are crucial for a student's future...

I am an experienced physician assistant (PA) educator and clinician. I enjoy working with students to help them meet and obtain their professional goals. I work with students to identify their preferred learning style and areas for improvement.

...helping younger students in Middle School and High School excel in Math. It is wonderful to see those "Ah..hah" moments when students get it. So I am very interested in assignments involving Algebra, high school Stats, etc. People tell me that I am patient, caring, and explain concepts well. I hope to demonstrate that consistently...

...then advancing to be co-chair of the committee for another 3 years (serving the maximum allowed terms in both roles). I've also been the Physics Teacher Representative for the Minnesota Science Teacher's Association. I have a bachelor's degree in Physical Science Education (physics and chemistry) and a master of arts in education. I have also...

...Spanish! I have experience tutoring college students from beginners just starting out to 4th years who have already mastered the language. I have spent 5 months living in Santiago, Chile and another 3 months teaching 9th and 10th graders English. I understand that learning a language can be one of the most challenging subjects a...

...with a subject can be incredibly frustrating and stressful, and math & science topics in particular are a difficult topic to master for a lot of people. The pathway to mastery involves figuring out what your learning style is and identifying key areas of misunderstanding. Knowing exactly what you're struggling with is the first step...