Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving San Marcos, TX

...lifelong student, I love to help others enjoy the process of learning and to see their hard work pay off! I'm currently teaching a writing course at UT with the theme, "Americans Abroad." Last year, I taught discussion sections for a UT American literature course, and previously I worked as a teaching assistant for classes on introductory academic writing, U.S. history, and American culture. While I tutor a range of subjects, I especially love demystifying...

...settings and with all age groups, including a juvenile prison, juvenile substance abuse residential treatment centers, a residential home for children and adolescents with severe psychiatric issues, a rehab floor in a hospital, private practice for psychology, and case management & utilization management for several managed care organizations. I have been a substitute teacher for ages K-12, and also provided tutoring to college students while an undergraduate student. In my spare time I enjoy time...

...know students before advising an approach to a project or test, as every student's personality and starting point is unique. From there, I like to pace sessions according to how quickly concepts are grasped, and give the student ample opportunity to demonstrate their own expertise after we've covered a concept. I believe in learning both by seeing and doing, and want to empower students to take ownership of their gifts and abilities as they are...

...being able to help someone feel excited and confident about a subject they were originally struggling with. Sometimes people write themselves off as not math people or not readers When faced with a challenging subject, its tempting to think its beyond you. But growing up, anytime I had a question about math, I could go to my dad who taught math at a University level and he would make the subject fun and engaging. Because...

I teach ESL, English, Literature, and Music. I have been teaching since 2012 and have a BA and MM in Music Performance. I have experience working with students of all ages and bring language, music, drama, and poetry to life in my lessons! See you in class!

...reading/writing tutor, essay editor, and art teacher from Austin, TX. I worked in public middle and high schools from August 2018 til September 2021, when I reluctantly left my position due to COVID concerns. I've been trying to piece-meal a living together via mostly-remote jobs since then. I particularly enjoy working with adolescents and teenagers but I'm skilled with any age group. I'm also interested in college essay-editing, as that was always one of my...

I'm a pre-med student with a B.A. in English. I'm committed to helping students overcome obstacles to reach their academic potential. I believe that everyone can become a clear thinker and strong writer with the right coaching and practice. Outside of school I'm an avid cook (grilled kimcheese and spaghetti carbonara), reader (Biography of Leonardo da Vinci), musician (guitar), and soccer fan (West Ham United).

...a dual master's degree in Information (Library Science) and Latin American Studies at the University of Texas. I hold a bachelor's degree in Comparative Literature from the University of Virginia, and I'm thrilled to bring my knowledge of English, Spanish, History, Literature, and Writing to the Varsity Tutors platform. I have experience providing tutoring services to students from a variety of ages and backgrounds, and have even taught English while living abroad in Buenos Aires,...

...where I honed my essay revising and editing skills. I currently teach sophomore English and have experience teaching all levels of English I & II, from inclusion (special education) to Pre-AP. As a result, I have developed strong skills in differentiating between different levels of student ability. I am certified in teaching English for 7th-12 grade and am ESL certified as well. I am available to tutor in a variety of subjects, but am most...

I am interested in tutoring because I would like to provide personal opportunities for your academic success. I wish to continue working with young learners to expose them to their learning potential. There are many positive ways for us to work together and smile about your success. I believe in your abilities to succeed.

...my PhD proposal with the intention of pursuing a career in design academia, thus writing, research, and education are among my primary passions. In my spare time you'll find me scouring used bookstores for obscure texts and compiling visual research from diverse sources. I love helping others unlock the highest potential for their writing and develop a style that meets academic standards yet retains their distinct authorship. As a tutor and future professor, it is...

...Physics major and Philosophy of Law minor at the University of Texas at Austin. I have experience tutoring concepts, strategies, and preparation in the PSAT, SAT, and ACT, as well as the general subjects listed on my profile. I believe in creating an interesting and engaging environment focused on mastering the fundamentals effectively, personalized in a way that makes the most sense to the student, in order to conquer more complex concepts.

When I tutor, I hope to impart more than knowledge. I strive to teach new and efficient ways of thinking, as time is an invaluable part of our lives, be it personal or work related. Over the course of over 9 years, I have tutored children and adults, learning how to adapt to each learning style. As long as the student who comes for help is dedicated, I believe I can transform dedication into success.

...toward mastery. I view my role as a conduit for your process. I can help organize your approach by finding the most highly recurring places where you struggle and construct a more stable foundation. We aim to enjoy learning, not score perfect. That allows us to relax as we polish or build skills that once hindered progress. Even though I started by tutoring mathematics, my natural gifts lie in the Language Arts. The arts allow...

...I would love to offer my services to any age group! I specialize in writing and grammar, but am also very skilled in teaching basic reading skills, such as context clues, main idea, and comprehension. As you'll see on my resume, I have helped students achieve significant improvements on their standardized test scores. I can also teach your child how to formulate their ideas into a well-crafted essay or paper. For high school students, I...

...in Austin ISD that covers a variety of topics including crisis management, suicide and self-injury risk, multi-tiered systems of support and school ethics. I also have continued my work as a restorative justice advocate and facilitator, stemming from my work with Dr. Armor as a facilitator for the Institute for Restorative Justice, training district administrators all over Texas on the implementation of school-based restorative practice. From working critical incidents and crisis response, to identifying and...

I look forward to working with each student on their own level. I want to know each student's strengths and work with that strength to build confidence in the materials they want to learn!

...school and high school students, although I did have some experience working with elementary school students. I have taught in whole class, small group, and individual settings, and I anticipate receiving my Texas teacher certification by the end of January 2014. I believe all students can learn and achieve through practice and hard work, regardless of the subject area and individual strengths and weaknesses. I love reading for recreation, but I am extremely passionate about...

...my second year in the fall. In high school, I challenged myself with a wide range of AP courses, earning scores of 3 or higher in subjects such as Physics, Calculus, Statistics, English, History, and Geography. This past year at UT Austin, I took Differential and Integral Calculus while further developing my strengths in academic and personal writing. Beyond education, I'm passionate about being creative and lifelong learning. In my free time, I write songs...

...comfortable with the writing process. I have a master's degree in Applied Linguistics/TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from the University of Illinois Chicago, and I have taught essay writing and ESL courses for the last five years. I 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....