Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Garland, TX

...master's of Education from Tarleton State University, and a master's of Library Science from Texas Woman's University. I taught middle school English Language Arts and Reading for 7 years. Two years ago I began my career as an elementary school librarian. I have a particular interest in helping students learn to write well. I find teaching students to craft a good thesis statement, create powerful personal examples, or tie their ideas together in a well...

...and social situations. My dream career is to work as a translator/interpreter at the United Nations one day and I believe that becoming a Varsity Tutor will give me solid skills and training to achieve that goal. In my personal and professional opinion, I believe fluency is acquired at different levels and specific situations, however, in order to be considered fluent in a foreign language, one must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend...

...experience at the collegiate, (as an Adjunct Professor), as well as at the elementary and middle school levels where I teach 2nd - 8th grade. My teaching philosophy is simple: Learning is really fun and a life long process for me! And, I remember all of the things that I did not enjoy about my classes and teachers in school; avoid them like a plague, and do just the opposite - lol. YAY!

...fueled by knowing scholars want to be successful, but they are afraid to ask for help. I will provide each scholar with custom crafted lessons to ensure that they are equipped to conquer their instructional fears successfully. I offer tutoring in the following areas: reading comprehension skills, test taking skills, organizational skills, writing, and social studies. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, cooking, baking, traveling, and exercising for my mental and physical health.

...deeper and more relevant to our own lives. As for writing, this is an extension of one's thinking, so learning how to write with proficiency also means learning how to think with proficiency. Writing is a big subject, however, and becoming proficient can be a lifelong process. I take this approach into my tutoring. We can focus on basic grammar or advanced rhetorical choices, but in every case, I try to help you develop a...

I really enjoy the ahha moments when teaching. That is when you or the student see the connection and it all makes sense, everything just clicks. I am a strong believer that no 2 students are the same and what works today may not work tommorrow. So I like to make sure we have multiple strategies to use. I really enjoy the subject of writing and English. I am also very versified on content.

...The written word is not something to dread or fear as the ability to read and write well can do nothing but open doors for you in the future. I consider myself a pretty laid-back, positive person with an approachable personality, and I never shy away from a good laugh. I have even been known to do amateur stand-up comedy on occasion. If nothing else it does wonders for overcoming any fear of public speaking....

I've been running my own classroom for 5 years and loved every minute of it. I get a thrill from breaking down complex subjects and finding ways for my students to connect to the material.

...my students succeed. I love creating lesson plans, organizing work flow, communicating with my students, and growing alongside them. I tutor a variety of subjects ranging from elementary math/english all the way up to college calculus. With that however, I am most passionate about tutoring SAT and helping with the college application process as I have only recently gone through the process itself and have experienced first hand just how stressful and confusing it can...

...research skills, and integration of technology are some elements that I use to make learning meaningful and connected to the real world. I have a BA in American Studies from a prestigious women's college, and a Master's in Teaching English as a Second Language. In my BA program, I also studied Spanish and Education, and have lived and taught in Latin America. My passion is finding creative ways to reach each learner according to his/her...

...second semester in college. My teaching method is to not answer the question for the student but to ask them questions and bring up fundamental ideas in the subject so the student is able to answer the homework problem on their own. With this teaching style the student will become an independent thinker and will be able to answer a multitude of different problems by being able to think them through. This will also build...

I enjoy the fact of teaching something to someone and seeing the light bulb in the head go off through that twinkle in their eye; that is when I feel a sense of satisfaction because I helped someone get past a hurdle.

...history and at College level working with Adult on get their GED and those who are working on their ESL (English as a Second Language at Paris Junior College and Dallas College, On the side at these locations, I have tutored with students in Social Studies and English. My favorite subject is History, because when we look to our past, we can have a better understanding of ourselves and our world too.

I am an ELAR certified educator with administrative experience. I have worked in the educational field for the past seven years, primarily with middle school aged students. I have a immeasurable passion for education and simply want to do anything I can to assist those who are in need.

Tony is a recent graduate from the University of Iowa. He received a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology, Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. He is an avid science enthusiast that specializes in biology, chemistry, human anatomy & physiology, and pharmacology. His positive attitude will have you wanting to learn more about the joys of science. **Fun fact: He's been in school for 23 years of his life.**

Life is not about how much you have, but how much you can give. I've been blessed with an extraordinary ability which is the desire to learn and it is my obligation to share this gift any way I can.

...enjoy helping students prepare for standardized exams such as the USMLE Step 1, MCAT, and ACT English, as well as providing support for K-12 education. Having navigated my own educational path with a diagnosis of ADHD, I understand that learning is not one-size-fits-all. My approach is centered on meeting students where they are and equipping them with strategies tailored to their unique strengths. Whether through active recall, visual learning, or problem-based approaches, my goal is...

...hands-on; however, all students learn differently. In a math lesson I like to use manipulative to help my students make real world connections. Depending on my students learning style; auditory, visual, or kinesthetic that's where I began my instruction. I can't say I have a favorite subject to teach because I love teaching all contents; therefore, I tutor all subjects; math, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Reading and Writing. Outside of my educational life...

Sometimes a little extra help is needed just to see the bigger picture. The world of English is more than simply reading and writing, my hope is to make it more fun than what you think it is.

...middle & high school students at an outreach program. During my 3 years working with students I realized that resources and guidance are what determines a student's future and I wanted to be able to help impact student's lives by giving them the resources I didn't have access to growing up. Students are the future to changing the world and my idea of helping others and giving back is to help students grow their skills...