Certified Tutors From Carthage College

Hello, I am a recent graduate with a Liberal Arts degree with a major in Biology, a minor in Spanish, and a concentration in pre-medicine. A multidisciplinary education has taught me to be well versed in all subjects, including writing intensive courses.... By teaching effective study techniques, and providing resources, I can help a student become an independent learner.

...Degree in Theater Performance and Music. While I was there, I worked as a tutor in the Writing Center; it was there that I realized I how much I love tutoring. I'm an actress and a musician; I love Shakespeare and detective novels and going on adventures. I'm very kind and understanding, and I know...

...about finding what motivates my students! I am eager to build strong relationships with open communication, trust, and friendship. I believe that successful teaching and learning is best granted through a conversation: what excites you about this topic? How can you relate this topic to your own life? As an eccentric traveler, learner, and collector...

...for me, I have extensive experience tailoring lessons to individual children. I can help with all subjects in grades 1-6 and some specialty areas such as astronomy, history, social studies, and art. I love to teach and seeing the spark of understanding within any subject. My philosophy of teaching is that I truly believe that...

...schooling I have had experience tutoring/teaching my colleagues in both group and one-on-one settings. What I have learned is no student learns material the same way. It takes dialogue between tutor, students, and parents to determine the best plan of action for the student to attain their academic goals. I believe in an active learning...

...grade. Also, I have taught fifth and third grade at a National Blue Ribbon School, and I strive to stay up to date on the best educational practices. I got trained by some of the industry's top rated professionals such as Lucy Calkins, Jeff Anderson, and Dr. Nikki Newton. Also, I integrate Dr. Carol Dewek's...

...and was so popular that was asked to stay for two more years. Taught freshmen and sophomore Mandarin while at Carthage College and helped one student win JET and CLIS program opportunity, another student win a second prize at a Mandarin speech contest in Madison. Now teaching at a Mandarin Immersion Preschool in Minnetonka. I...

I enjoy working with a variety of students and believe that everyone is capable of learning difficult concepts. I work hard to find the best learning method for each student to ensure that they can learn in the method that is best for them.

I am both a tutor and a photographer. I feel like these two roles work very well together, as they require respect for those you are working with, kindness, understanding, and great knowledge of your subject area. I look forward to meeting and working with you, and especially helping you achieve your academic goals!

...years as well. I most enjoy working with students one-on-one where I know I can build upon their strengths and use my experiences and expertise to help them improve in their weaker areas. When I'm not working with students I'm at home with my husband and son. Our son is just about to turn two...