Certified Tutors From Michigan State University

...Kindergarten through High School ESL teacher in both Connecticut and Michigan. I have also taught English to international students and English Language Arts to Middle School students. In addition, I was a Resource Room Coordinator at the high school level. As an experienced educator, I thoroughly enjoy sharing my expertise and passion with educators and...

...and creating multicultural awareness through teaching the fundamentals of the Spanish language. I am a Spanish tutor for adults and children, and I help my students understand the Spanish language using Literature, Reading, and Conversation. A positive and motivated tutor, I'm committed to providing students with dynamic and interesting learning methods. I'm interested in tutoring...

...and my son Joel has carried on the tradition by being a reporter for the Atlantic City Press (and marrying an editor). One thing my father taught me was that there was no such thing as a useless piece of information. Anything you might know could show up in a newspaper story you are editing....

...I graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and a minor in Psychology. I grew up in Sterling, Illinois and have lived in every type of setting from a major metropolitan area to a small, rural farm town. I've taught and tutored math, reading, and English in a formal classroom...

...at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, where I study Development Economics and International Monetary Policy. I have worked as a Teaching Assistant, Research Assistant, and as an Actuary, and have a particular passion for teaching Mathematics. When tutoring I try to include visualizations and real world examples whenever I can so that it...

...majored in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language. After graduation, I came to the United States and got my Master's degree in Education from Michigan State University. I have three years' teaching experience in public schools in the US and have been successfully tutoring a wide range of age groups and proficiency levels. I am...

...improve in every subject area if they embrace their unique learning style and approach new material with determination and an overall zest for learning, personal growth, and education. I have a calm, positive, and encouraging demeanor that reduces the anxiety some students feel about learning and test taking. My personal interests include: reading, creative writing,...

...myself genuinely caring about the talents and dreams of whomever I'm working with. I specialize in helping students to develop strong reading, speaking, and writing skills in Spanish and English. I have decades of experience helping students of diverse ages and backgrounds through personal tutoring and mentoring. I am also experienced working with students in...

...they could. I love tutoring students in reading because I have a huge passion for it. I believe that every child can be a reader they have just not found the right book. I have traveled all around the world and love to bring those experiences in with my teaching so that the child can...

...it is about building trusting relationships and instilling in them confidence to help them reach their full potential. I am very well rounded with many different interests. I love to spend time with family and friends, read, exercise, enjoy the outdoors, camp, roller blade, travel, cook, music, movies, arts and crafts, and the list goes...

...to run, draw, read, and cook, either with friends or simply by myself. I stay in shape both mentally and physically: I am constantly training to be my best. Whenever the opportunity arises to help elevate someone, I take it. Helping a student reach their goals is equally as rewarding for my student and myself.

...to help first graders practice their arithmetic skills. Since then, I have worked as a geology TA, a substitute teacher, and a summer camp field teacher. I have also taught math, science, art, and French at weekend and summer enrichment programs for children. I love teaching because, not only do I believe in the importance...

...mentor in high school as well as during my undergraduate years; during that time, I gained great enjoyment watching my mentees grow as learners and individuals. I strongly believe that each student can achieve success through hard work and the proper guidance. Through careful and patient observation, I can identify the skills and deficiencies that...

...students. Also, I was patient, respectful, and communicated well with tutees. At MSU, I tutored a variety of subjects and including Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences and Nutrition, all at multiple levels. I enjoy all outdoor activities, particularly ice hockey and snowboarding. I will be attending Kentucky University College of Osteopathic Medicine starting this fall of...

...History with cognates in Math and Physics. I had the opportunity to travel extensively through western Europe as an undergraduate student, and I participated in a semester-long study abroad program in the United Kingdom. These experiences led me to pursue graduate studies abroad in Ireland, and I received my MA in History from University College,...

...a full-time AmeriCorps member, where I serve in a charter school tutoring 5th - 8th grade students in mathematics. I enjoy engaging with students in all subjects, from algebra to Spanish to writing. When I'm not involved in educational activities, I like to hike, teach my dog new tricks, play Scrabble, and practice yoga.

...my Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies with a focus on African History. I also have a Master of Science in Math Education. Before I went back to school to become a math teacher, I worked as a bookkeeper for a non-profit, an organizer for a national conference that connects media arts and education, and...

...minors in Biology and History. As a classroom teacher, I taught grades 5-8 with an emphasis in the Sciences. As a tutor, I love that I have the chance to give a student the undivided attention that they are often unable to receive in a busy classroom. My goal as a tutor is to help...

...time. Maybe you'd even like to try your hand at creative writing! With five years of experience as a writing tutor, as well as experience as a college writing instructor, I am skilled at bringing out the best in the students I work with. I can help you at any stage of the writing process,...

...for the various teaching techniques. Everyone learns differently and whether I am tutoring 5th grade math, psychology, or a foreign language, it is important to adapt to the student's unique way of learning, some of which may be unconventional. I grew up on two different continents (North America and Africa) which has given me very...