Certified Tutors From University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

...Whenever I work with students, I present the material in a detailed and engaging manner so the students both thoroughly understand the topic and take an interest in it. My hobbies include reading, particularly books about ancient Rome and ancient, medieval, and modern Middle Eastern history, as well as consulting my Arabic, French, German, and...

...have worked with various ages from small children in elementary school to older persons returning back to college to obtain a degree. In my experience, many people struggle with STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), and sometimes they just need a different view to understand the content information in front of them. In addition,...

...of each session. I love tutoring because I know how important it is. I took tutoring sessions myself when I was in high school to prep for AP and ACT exams. Those sessions really helped me, and that is what inspired me to become a tutor and help others. I also have a huge passion...

...the material and themselves as they improve their study skills and self-confidence. I have worked with students of all ages in a variety of subjects and settings, from all backgrounds in this country and others. I have found, consistently, that the best way to connect is to be genuine and sincere with enthusiasm for the...

...the University of Michigan with a B.S. in Neuroscience, so you could call me a "brain-iac". Bad jokes aside, if you need help with Math, Science, English, Spanish, or Writing, then I am the tutor for you! I pay close attention to detail and will give you the tools to tackle any problem to ensure...

...learn are to be flexible and adaptable to each individual. It is also important to be communicative and expressive for each concept, and to add in a little humor or personality to every lesson to keep boredom from taking control. Though my passion is education, I am trained and experienced as an attorney with emphasis...

...student comprehension by focusing on thought processes as well as the answer itself, ensuring that students follow a logical step-by-step progression when solving problems and maximizing their understanding of the topics at hand. I have experience tutoring at the high school and collegiate level through student organizations, university employment, and personal offerings.

I'm excited to help students reach their goals, particularly students that have issues with the formats and nature of tests themselves. I know that testing itself can flummox some students who are otherwise bright and qualified, which is why I want to help them overcome this.

...organization to ask for help. Additionally, I am the oldest child in my family. I am used to helping my younger sister and brother who are two to three years younger than me with their homework. The subjects I mainly tutor in is mathematics and science. For math, I enjoy tutoring middle school math, different...

...to prepare and along the way learned so many different tips and tricks that stuck with me. My tutors helped me improve my score beyond my expectations, and I hope to do the same for my students. Since I have been on the other side of the picture, I know what worked best for me...

...Michigan. I primarily tutor math for middle and high school students as I have a passion for the subject being a former high school math team member. As a teacher, I try to make math understandable by using real world examples that the student can relate to. I believe that is is my job to...

...am comfortable with students from all language backgrounds and levels of fluency. I have learned that identifying a learner's talents is as important as figuring out what issues each person needs to work on. As with so many things in life, cooperation is necessary for success. I aim to work with my students in ways...

...courses, but I also love helping students grow in their reading skills and other classes. I believe that every learner has the ability to grow if a good teacher or tutor pushes him or her along the way. I try to do that through first getting to know the student and then empowering him or...

...dialogue. Last, I believe that encouraging scholarly growth equates to supporting the maturation of critical thinking. Such approach should assist in developing individual scholarly voices, ultimately refined through class discussions, assignments, and personal experience. Professionally, I am a Counselor dedicated to hospice care, bereavement counseling, and leading psycho-educational groups. One of my assignments is to...

...test scores. The topics I cover for “A” grades include time management, personal productivity, test preparation, test performance, memory techniques, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and special academic writing strategies for “A” papers. As a private tutor, my focus is always on helping students make real gains in their achievement level. I will show you what...

...or just in life. I love learning, and I am constantly seeking out new areas of interest, whether it's online courses or working on a new degree or taking up a new hobby. Interacting with students of all ages, backgrounds and nationalities always leads to that rewarding experience of helping someone learn something new. I'm...

...and education programming and have worked with kids of all ages in a number of roles: tutor, mentor, nanny, assistant teacher, camp counselor, and program manager. My most recent position was as a Teacher Caregiver for a family in Chicagoland. Among my responsibilities, I provided daily homework help and academic tutoring for three kids ages...

...their goals through individual and group tutoring sessions. I've also taught core business courses in Operations Management and Data Analysis for Managers in the California State University System (Sacramento State). I enjoy the most working with individual students to help them along their path to personal growth, whether learning the basics, or taking it to...

...the student with tutoring support that does not assume any competency. Sometimes students lose interest because they cannot see the real-life relevance of some subjects; I make tutoring enjoyable because I can connect it with real life importance. In addition to tutoring, I love running, biking, travel, Dilbert comics, movies, sports, books, weight training, Spanish...

...all different types of students. I provide quick tips and tricks to make problem solving more effective. My approach to tutoring is very simple. I first understand a student's goals and objectives, gauge his/her strengths and weakness before I begin tutoring lessons. Beyond teaching the content, I will also impart studying skills and test-taking techniques...