Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Tempe, AZ

...successful in life. I always keep these ideas close to my heart while teaching and tutoring. I understand that every individual is unique and has their own learning style. I tend to focus on how my student learns best and adapt my teaching to best fit my students. I am super flexible as a teacher, incredibly patient and very kind. I am gentle and provide a lot of guidance, especially when the content is difficult....

...grow and learn--nothing is fixed in talent. By engaging in creative and conversational methods, I motivate students to grasp the concepts, learn to love writing, and feel confident in their abilities. When I was a youth volunteer soccer coach, I mentored children in a low-income setting and teaches soccer, nutrition and health. Taking on the mentor role, I live out my own philosophy at home and in school, practicing self-care and enjoying time to drink...

I believe everyone can learn and succeed, and I am here to ensure you believe it, too.

I am a certified elementary teacher who received a BA in elementary education from Western Michigan University in 1993. I specialize in the teaching of reading, writing, and math for students in grades 1-8. I pride myself in the ability to tailor my instruction to meet the needs of each individual student. When I am not teaching, I spend my time at my keyboard, providing music for my local church each weekend.

...you the ability to explore different worlds in great depths. In today's increasingly globalized world, it is particularly important for the younger generation of the English-speaking world to broaden their horizons, especially where language barriers may occur. As your teacher, I am committed to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment where you can develop your language skills and deepen your understanding of Chinese culture. Whether you are a beginner or have some experience with the...

...summer of 2012 living in a rural village in Africa, teaching school children (ages 11-15) to read, write and speak English. It was one of the hardest and most rewarding things I have ever experienced. Throughout high school and college, I have excelled as a writer and am extremely confident in my ability to write and edit, whether it be creative writing or term papers. I also pride myself on my ability to tailor the...

...style, but I make sure to present the content in the most simplified way I can to ensure students understand the material. I have been tutoring with Varsity Tutors for over a year, and I previously tutored students while in the National Honors Society in high school as well as working with younger students through a federal grant in college. In my spare time, I love to watch movies and tv shows, exercise, and spend...

...love for learning to this day. I desire to provide that feeling for children and leave every heart & mind I touch with a continued love for learning and the self-confidence to work through educational hurdles. Grasping new concepts isn't just about learning the task at hand, but also feeling capable of stepping out of one's comfort zone and having the mentality that "I can accomplish what I want and work for."

My name is Ms. Messenger. I am currently in school to be a high school math teacher. I have 2 children. My daughter is 4. My son is 8. Some of my hobbies include music, fishing, baking, and arts and crafts. I look forward to helping students succeed in their education.... Every teaching opportunity is also an opportunity to learn for both the teacher and the student.... It is all about getting to know my student...

...of writing, math, and reading. I have also worked as an art teacher through Explorations Summer Academy and taught 6th grade English at a summer school. My tutoring experience includes: tutoring African refugees living in Oregon, tutoring children in Ecuador, teaching preschool as an AmeriCorps member in a low-income community in California, and tutoring children living with their families in Bolivian prisons. Some fun facts about me are that I played varsity lacrosse in college...

...the U.S. to lead events with audiences as large as 10,000. I also spent 12 years as a Girl Scout leader, guiding young girls as they built life skills, confidence, and independence. While I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am especially passionate about helping students grow their confidence and abilities so they can achieve their personal and academic goals. I believe that learning is most powerful when it's supported by encouragement, connection, and...

...was a challenge determining exactly where a student's understanding of a topic was faulty. Over time, however, I developed a keener sense for the hurdles that students sometimes face when learning, as well as the most efficient ways to overcome them. I also developed more patience and empathy through tutoring - I often remembered feeling the same confusion about a topic that my students were feeling the first time I had learned the material. The...

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...from different socioeconomic, linguistic, cultural, and geographic backgrounds has shaped my tutoring style to be patient, respectful, humble, and engaging. My youngest tutee was 7 years old, and the oldest was 82. All age groups are very enjoyable to tutor. I don't make up answers and I let my students know if I need to research something in greater depth to answer the 'why' questions. The joy of seeing a student reach the point of...

...currently attending Grand Canyon University. During my academic career, I also managed to accrue 3 years of work experience as a special needs instructor. I had the privilege of working with ages birth-fifteen in my free time, where I learned valuable professional skills such as client care, redirection, creative teaching, and behavior function. In both my academic and professional life, I have been consistently praised as hard-working by my professors and peers. Whether working on...

...years. I have worked with both general education students as well as students with disabilities. My experience includes grades Pre-K to 8th grade. I try to understand the student's perspective as well as constantly maintain a positive learning environment. I am a firm believer in building a student's confidence. When a student is confident, they can achieve their goals. It is my job to support my students and assist them in accomplishing their goals!

...becoming a Criminal Justice Defense Attorney. I have traveled several times to Haiti to teach English in elementary and high schools. While I can tutor various subjects, I am most passionate about geography and math. As a person who strives for academic excellence, I want to help students get excited to learn and succeed. While everyone has different learning methods, knowing which style allows each person to learn best is essential. I want to help...

I have a Ph.D. in Hispanic literature and have taught for almost 20 years (Spanish, literature, reading, writing, grammar, Latin American history, SAT and ACT prep, and introduction to humanities). I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds.

...have extensive experience teaching SAT prep and assessing SAT exams. My experiences in both rural areas metropolitan areas make me a well-rounded teacher. I have considerable experience in on-line tutoring and teaching. As an educator, I believe that every student has a unique learning style and that it is my responsibility to tap that style and help create a path to success. I look forward to adding new students to my teaching world.

...I have experience in subjects such as Calculus, Chemistry and English. Recently I returned from Taiwan, where I taught English as a second language. Since I have been back in the US, I have been preparing for the MCAT and medical school admissions. I received my BS in Biochemistry from the U of A in 2011 and am the recipient of the National Merit Scholar award. I am looking forward to helping you succeed!