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Sharon

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Sharon

Doctorate (PhD)

As a student-centered educator with nearly two decades of teaching experience, in my tutoring I prioritize listening to students and building their capacity to achieve their goals. I pride myself on being responsive, patient, and my student's biggest champion.

Education

Eastern Michigan University

Doctorate (PhD)

Central Michigan University

Master's/Graduate

Marygrove College

Master's/Graduate

Oakland University

Bachelor

Steve

Certified Tutor

Steve

Masters in Education, Education
Steve's other Tutor Subjects
Business
CLEP Prep
CLEP Social Sciences and History
College Economics

Hi. I am an experienced social studies teacher who loves helping students reach their goals. I also try and make the subject as relevant to your life as possible. I can teach in a variety of ways so I can customize the experience to meet your needs. I hope to hear from you!

Education

Oakland University

Masters in Education, Education

Michigan State University

Bachelor in Arts, Marketing

Zuzanna

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Zuzanna

Bachelors, German Language & Literature; International Relations
Zuzanna's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational German
German
German 1
German 2

Learning a new language can be quite confusing and frustrating! With over 7 years of German education and a Bachelors of Arts in German language and literature, International Relations, and a minor in history, I have learned several tricks, acronyms, and fun tips to make learning German not only eas...

Education

Oakland University

Bachelors, German Language & Literature; International Relations

Daniel

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Daniel

Bachelors, Marketing
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Business
College Algebra

I'm a college student from Michigan currently building my own business. I spend a lot of time on my computer toying with programs, playing video games, and learning about chess. I currently attend Oakland University, and I also take some classes at Macomb Community College. I currently tutor algebra...

Education

Oakland University

Bachelors, Marketing

Adam

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Adam

Masters, Sociology
Adam's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra
College English
College Level American History

I suppose that a personal teaching statement needs to answer two questions of the sort that one might be asked in a job interview: “Why do you want to teach?” and “What do you hope to accomplish?” I could easily say something about wanting to “wake the student up," “broaden their horizons,” or some ...

Education

University of Arizona

Masters, Sociology

Oakland University

Bachelors, Sociology

Test Scores
GRE
323
Matthew

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Matthew

Master of Science, Physics
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
Calculus 2

I am a graduate of Purdue University. I earned a Bachelor of Science with majors in physics, mathematics, and statistics. I am currently attending Oakland University where I earning a Master of Science in physics. I teach an introductory physics lab and perform research in the field of cosmic inflat...

Education

Oakland University

Master of Science, Physics

Purdue University-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Genevieve

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Genevieve

Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling
Genevieve's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
American Literature
Clarinet
Clinical Psychology

Together, we can! I enjoy learning and teaching others because knowledge is power. What do you want to be powerful in today?

Education

Oakland University

Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling

Oakland University

Bachelor in Arts, Developmental Psychology

Melody

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Melody

Masters in Education, Special Education
Melody's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
College Application Essays
College English
Elementary School English

I am a current doctoral student, studying Educational Leadership. Additionally, I am a Dean at a middle/high school. I hold a Master's in Special Education and a Bachelor's in Journalism. I believe that all students can learn, but the teaching strategies should vary. I enjoy teaching and tutoring be...

Education

Oakland University

Masters in Education, Special Education

Wayne State University

Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Greg

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Greg

Master of Science, Industrial Applied Mathematics
Greg's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Calculus

I have taught as a math instructor and tutor for the last few years. I began tutoring mathematics as an undergrad in the math learning center at Michigan Tech, where I earned my BS in Applied Math. I then started teaching as a graduate assistant at Oakland University, where I earned my MS in the Spr...

Education

Oakland University

Master of Science, Industrial Applied Mathematics

Michigan Technological University

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Carolyn

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Carolyn

Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education
Carolyn's other Tutor Subjects
Certified Reading Intervention
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math

I have degrees in Elementary Education, English as a Second Language Arts, and Reading from Michigan State University and Oakland University. I have been a teacher for ten years, teaching kindergarten, third grade, fourth grade, and fifth grade. I also worked as a reading specialist for fourth-sixth...

Education

Oakland University

Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Education, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

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