Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Akron, OH

Hello! My name is Ian Kinnaman. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years and I have a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Youngstown State University. I have worked with students aged 5-20 and would love to work with you!

...from 1st grade through high school on topics ranging from elementary science to trigonometry test prep, but my foremost strength is the three sections of the SAT. I have roughly three years of experience tutoring and last year taught a test prep class. My approach to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally, having just gone through the college admissions process, I am privy...

...of the material. I have 3 years experience as a classroom teacher in a range of environments, along with 3 years tutoring experience. I have current teaching licenses in both Ohio and Maryland for grades 7-12 mathematics, although I am eager to expand my tutoring horizons! I have helped students succeed in math from Algebra 1 through Calculus, though I would be ready and willing to work on subjects from pre-algebra through Calculus 3 (and...

...became involved in sociology research in elderly health care at CWRU, where I gained a love of data analysis. Because of that, I completed a post-baccalaureate program at Cleveland State University last year, and next August I will be going to graduate school for an MPH in epidemiology. I???ve been accepted to Emory and University of Michigan-Ann Arbor so far, and I???m waiting on the other schools I???ve applied to. I???m really excited to start...

I am a sophomore at Rice University and intending to major in Bioengineering with a minor in Global Health Technologies. I am also planning on going to med school. My favorite subject to teach is math and editing essays is forte of mine as well. I do my very best to help all of my students. ... I'd start off by asking what the student is interested in, in both subject and extracurricular. Then, I'd ask...

...year. During college, I spent a lot of my time tutoring peers and elementary/middle school children in Chester, PA, volunteering at local hospice facilities and at HUP (Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania), and doing research at the Cleveland Clinic. I have also tutored abroad in Korea in standardized test prep like SAT, MCAT, and SAT II. In my free time, I enjoy dancing and cooking, as well as running cross country. I would love...

...own. My main goal is to teach middle school students in Science and History. I am passionate about Science and History which are the two subjects I look most forward to assisting students with through tutoring. I would love to help students learn how to stay organized, provide helpful study tips, and improve time management. All students learn in their own unique way. I prefer to take multiple approaches and provide multiple formative assessments to...

...banking analyst in New York. As a current virtual ACT and peer tutor and volunteer tutor for underprivileged students, I have gained experience in instilling important research, writing, analytical, and mathematical skills in my students. I'm happy to help students with Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Geometry, Precalculus, and AB Calculus. I'm also happy to help students editing, writing, or outlining essays for any AP or regular English class or for college essays. In the foreign language...

...attended the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in sociology, minoring in psychology. I then attended Michigan State University, where I received the master's and doctoral degrees in sociology. My areas of interest included Latin American societies and so I learned Spanish as well. I have three times had teaching assignments in Central America. I worked for many years as a full-time professor and academic administrator; I have since retired but continue to teach social sciences courses...

...a deep understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for readers. Considering a work's structure, style, and themes as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone are the focus of my instruction. Writing is an integral part of my teaching core and I am comfortable teaching expository, analytical, and argumentative essay writing keys to successful writing. I believe in coaching students...

I am a licensed teacher with a masters degree in education specializing in special education for PreK-12 students. I love teaching and the joy that comes from seeing a student grasp and comprehend various concepts, particularly difficult concepts that a student did not believe they could master. I am committed to helping students and their parents reach their achievement goals and positive outcomes.

...Mines! I have been in the education field for 13 years specializing in PreK-third grade! I also work with special education students as well. I will be graduating with my bachelors degree in early childhood education and special education in May of 2022. I love to teach all subjects but my favorites are reading, writing and math. I love to help any students who are in need of extra assistance. I would love it if...

One of the things I love and find most rewarding about tutoring is the "Aha!" moment; that moment when it finally clicks for my students is the most exciting part of tutoring for me! I enjoy talioring my approach to each student and capitalizing on their strengths. My background includes several years of tutoring ESL, math, english and reading to children of all ages.

Helping to create future leaders through educational equity and excellence, through a love a learning.

...tutoring again, first at Tri-C as a Science and Math Instructional Assistant and now as a Varsity Tutor as well. At Tri-C, I do more than just science and math though. Social Studies, Psychology, basic IT, and English are some of the other subjects I help students conquer. I firmly stand by the statement that every person has the ability to learn, just in different ways. I have experienced this on a day to day...

I recently graduated from the University of Mount Union with a degree in biology, with minors in chemistry and legal studies. I'm heading to law school at the Case Western Reserve University Law soon! Biology and the law are my passions, and I love to help people better understand these important fields.

...I assisted a wide array of students from freshman level to PhD candidates. After college, I taught ESL to adults in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Cleveland, OH. I have experience working with adult students from many different cultures and educational backgrounds. I have also spent time learning a second language, and I understand how difficult the experience can be. I minored in German language at Kent State University and in 2014, I completed a two-month...

...in and out of the traditional classroom for over a decade. I love making teaching fun and memorable! Some of my passions in life are my children, teaching, singing, and traveling. I love seeing the joy that comes when a child learns and masters a new skill. I am a very energetic teacher, and I love making children excited about learning! My goal while teaching with Varsity Tutors is to make learning fun, enjoyable, and...

...read a favorite book and then discussion afterward, curling up in a nook or corner to escape into a good story, and then exercising that creativity into a written piece of my own. I hope to share my love of English and Writing with you by helping you succeed in your assignments, whether it's to get an A on an important English paper or tweaking your college essay to impress the board of your top...

...learn. All students can learn. They all learn differently, and my task is to help all styles of learners develop and LEARN! I've been a teacher and principal for 15 years. I have a Bachelors degree in the Arts. I majored in English with a minor in Education. I have a Masters in Education Administration. I can tutor any subject and grade level in the English Language Arts area including writing, reading, grammar and literature....