Award-Winning College Essays Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

...a large portion of my life outside of the United States and am fluent in Spanish and currently studying Arabic as well. I was homeschooled for much of my life and loved it, but completed my last three years of high school in a public school and am thus well acquainted with the various forms of standardized testing. When I'm not studying I like singing and theatre, reading, playing the piano, climbing trees and doing...

...vital to maintain interaction with students and to continually check for understanding. I thoroughly enjoyed the challenges of teaching, and I always conveyed my enthusiasm for the subject and the learning process. This is vital to maintain students' motivation and to keep their attention. For my efforts, I was nominated by my students for the Graduate Student Teaching Award at Penn. Since that time, I have continued teaching as a private tutor in English, Writing,...

...teaching skills and am a friendly, engaging tutor. My degrees are in history, which has many transferrable skills such as writing, forming arguments, delivering talks, and investigating evidence, many of which feature on standardized tests, entrance exams, and even job applications. I am keen to help with all of the subjects I am approved in, so get in touch, let me know what you are looking for help with, and we can get to work!

...help them identify their goal and process to successfully reach that goal. In addition to editing 1,000+ pages of undergraduate student writing each semester, I have also served as a Writing Center Consultant where I worked with undergraduate and graduate students at every stage of the writing process. I have also worked in multiple capacities as a detailed-oriented copy editor with professors and students on applications, personal statements, books, articles, dissertations and bibliographies. As an...

...-- I've homeschooled my son (now 15 years old) in all subjects from Kindergarten on -- the subjects I most enjoy teaching are writing, reading, and literature. I feel passionately about sharing my love of language with students, and I'm qualified to tutor writing and literary comprehension at all levels, elementary through college. I also enjoy helping kids prepare for standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, and GRE. Patience and gentle encouragement have been my...

I am a great tutor because I am very personable and adept at helping explain concepts via analogy and demonstration. Additionally, I am proficient in a wide range of subjects. Finally, I enjoy teaching and take great joy in helping others learn.

...abroad in Scotland, Australia, and Switzerland, and I love to travel. In law school I tutored privately for the GRE as well as served as a teaching assistant for Civil Procedure. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, but my favorites are Writing and Editing as well as the English/Verbal portions of standardized tests. In my free time, I enjoy reading genre literature, volunteering, and learning to cook with new ingredients from my CSA share.

...one-on-one with a teacher. Therefore, I love being a tutor! A certified 7-12 English Teacher, I specialize in tutoring English skills (reading and writing) for success in middle school and high school and on the reading, English, and writing portions of the SAT and ACT. I can assist older students on GED English preparation and in their English college courses. I provide relevant homework for students who desire it. I appreciate feedback (online or in...

Hello! My name is Nicole and I have been with Varsity Tutors since 2015. I am a licensed family law attorney, but in my spare time, I tutor to help students achieve their dreams. I believe that learning can be fun and the more people I can convince of that, the better! In my spare time, I enjoy long distance running, reading horror novels and hanging out with my calico cat, Webby.

...English. I have taught both middle school and high school, and I currently teach for two colleges in their English and Communication departments. I focus on the importance of reading, interpreting, writing, and speaking in my classes. We cover everything from basic grammar, to how to properly outline, to successfully creating an essay. My goal is to work with you and help you feel comfortable and confident in your work. I also teach speech and...

...school in Pittsburgh where I also serve as the Associate Director of College Counseling. I like to practice what I preach, so I remain active as a freelance writer. My most recent article was published by the new Pittsburgh magazine 1839. I also compose and produce music. I am a former chair of the alumni schools committee for my alma mater, The University of Chicago, and I currently interview local applicants for admission each cycle....

...500 nights as a field guide, youth mentor, and staff trainer. I believe that education's primary goal is not the acquisition of knowledge, but the development of confidence, competence, critical thinking, and well-being mentally, emotionally, and physically. As a young person, I was diagnosed with ADHD, and has found that my own way of overcoming the obstacles of public school were helpful to others who struggle with inattention, hyperactivity, autism spectrum disorders, and all types...

...graduated from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. There I earned my bachelors degrees in both Secondary Education and English. I've now entered the Graduate School of Special Education. I believe every student can succeed with the right amount of attention and the appropriate person encouraging and pushing them to be better. I excel with late middle school/ early high school students. I'm open to tutoring online and in person. I want every student to do...

...skill set for writing and reading, both incredibly useful, sought-after skills that lead to greater success in academic, and post-academic life. Most everyone is taught how to read and write, but few learn how to read and write well. I can help students develop skills for learning how to read, comprehend, and remember difficult material. I can also help with essay writing, editing, and revision. Many times, I've even persuaded students who initially disliked English...

...growing as a learner and becoming even better at what you are already capable of. I like to help students develop their skills in reading, writing and history. I enjoy working with kids of all ages and have particular experience working with elementary school aged students with a variety of skills and needs. I know that you are capable of learning and becoming the person you want to be and I will help you do...

...for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading that which enriches my life, yoga, running, and the game of ice...

...My areas of expertize are in: (1) Teaching students how to learn: Studying and learning should be challenging, meaningful, and empowering. Learning should not meaningless and boring. Although many of us have spent several years studying, rarely are we taught how to learn. I offer my clients strategies and approaches to learning that emphasize efficiency, balance, and self-care. I also work with clients to address the blocks that get in the way of a healthy,...

...so that I can help you get excited about learning! I promise, it isn't as cliche as it sounds. Seriously, think about that thing you can't wait to do - that thing that gets you out of bed in the morning, and hangs out in your brain whenever you have a spare minute. Know what that is? That's called Passion. Whether or not you realize it, you've got passion. Everybody does, for one thing or...

...collegiate level. I have worked with students of all ability levels, including those with specific learning needs and gifted learners. My philosophy on education and tutoring is student-centered; my goal is to support students in not only learning and understanding, but in developing work ethic, studying and note-taking skills, and self-advocacy. I have a passion for history; throughout my secondary and undergraduate studies, I loved to learn about other cultures, past events, and looking at...

...both my LSAT (law school admission test) and SAT's. In addition, I took these 2 exams fairly recently so I am familiar with any new changes or adaptations which may have been made. I stated previously I currently teach two separate courses and teaching truly is my passion. I feel that I am able to build a relationship with my students which allows me to evaluate their needs and adapt my teaching accordingly to ensure...