Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Shelby County, TN

...from the University of Memphis. Education and community are passions of mine, and I strive to reignite a curiosity for knowledge in my students and peers. Notable positions I have held include a Success Coach for Peer Powera community centered non-profit whose goal is improving childhood education through involvement between local grade schools, universities, and...

...studying biomedical engineering, but in my free time I enjoy a variety of hobbies including running, kayaking, climbing, violin, guitar, and singing with my two younger sisters. This year I was the assistive devices intern at LeBonhuer Children's hospital customizing everyday items for kids with special needs. Previously, I have privately tutored different students in...

...serving as an instructor for Intro to Public Speaking. Nowadays, I still find time to check out as many TV shows and movies as I can, but I also enjoy finding time for dance classes, trivia nights at local pubs, and highly competitive games of Balderdash with my friends. When it comes to tutoring, I...

...by helping develop a range of useful skills. I am able to support effectively and communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am very creative and enjoy making learning interesting. Most importantly, my ability to work well with others, motivate, and inspire is a very significant contribution that I am confident I will bring to...

...having worked as a GED instructor at a local community center. Research areas include nutritional biochemistry and mechanical CPR. Spanish is a passion of mine, but I also love biochemistry, pharmacology, and anatomy/physiology. Working through question sets with explanations is, I think, the best way to approach any subject. Here to help!... Number one: be patient. Never judge a student for not getting it the first time. Always find multiple ways to explain ideas.

...been a student, and nothing quite matches the frustration of being confused by a topic or working hard and not seeing results that are commensurate with your effort. That's where I come in! By attacking the problem from a place of understanding and with plenty of enthusiasm, I'll work with you or your student to...

...University of the Ozarks in Clarksville, Arkansas. Because of my degree, I am extremely qualified to tutor different subjects in mathematics. I do great in Algebra, Calculus, and Geometry because I love those subjects as much as I understand them. While I was obtaining my degree I worked through a school program to tutor fellow...

...have worked with children as early as second grade and up to seniors in high school. I currently work in Shelby County Schools in an eighth grade math classroom. By working with students one-on-one and also in a classroom setting, I have grasped an understanding of what can be useful to help students understand and...

...in both Actuarial Science and Statistics and a minor in Management. After spending a year working as a consulting actuary, I decided to make a career change and returned to school to pursue a future as an optometrist. My motivation for this drastic career change was due to my passion for helping others and my...

...paced world where communication is key. I believe that the written word is the strongest form of communication and continuing to practice it can only help me to achieve my goals. I always enjoyed reading and literature and continue to work in this area of education as well. Along with history and literature I continually...

...Management Information Systems from the University of Memphis, and I am a former Instructor at Southwest TN Community College. I started working at Southwest as a Math Tutor, and I've tutored elementary and high school students. I have also assisted several colleagues with standardized placement and proficiency tests and with their undergraduate and graduate courses.

...in discussions that foster higher level thinking. I believe all children can learn, therefore I have high expectations for my students. It is always my duty to create an atmosphere that is conducive to learning. I include interesting learning activities into my lessons that grab the attention of the learners and inspire them to learn....

As a former middle school science teacher, I love to help others come to a deeper understanding of maths and sciences so that they may eventually succeed or even find an affinity for these subjects.

...I joined Teach for America in Memphis where I taught in public schools for two years. I am a state-certified teacher who has experience in public, charter, and private schools. I have elementary and middle certifications, as well as certifications to teach history and English at the high school level. I have also undergone numerous...

...being successful comes down to knowing what you want and then knowing how to get it. That's why I believe a tutor/teacher/coach can be so important. They have been there themselves and want to pass on their knowledge and experience. If you can become clear on those two things, the learning and growth will come....

...tutor middle school aged kids in a variety of subjects. I really enjoyed teaching and helping others with their education and really looking forward to tutoring again. I will be tutoring all elementary & middle school subjects, Algebra 1&2, MCAT verbal reasoning and after refreshing my own knowledge, I will be tutoring Chemistry, Biology, Organic...

...University and my Masters of Public Health from University of Alabama Birmingham. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Fine Arts in Design for Social Innovation. I have tutored middle school and high school students for over 10 years. My tutoring subjects include Math, Science, and ACT prep. When I tutor, I like to get...

...about math, and helping students understand strategies and how they work. In my experience, it is when students recognize the underlying concepts that they enjoy math and make the greatest gains. I believe learning is an essential part of life, and all individuals can and want to learn. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling...

...for twenty (20) years. Throughout the years, I have seen growth in my students' academics as it relates to math. As a result of this growth, I have received a level 5 status, (which is the highest score), on my TVAAS scores the last four years. I attribute those results to my teaching strategies, classroom...

...I will strive to create a safe and fun learning environment while still meeting the requirements of the state of Tennessee. Three elements I find beneficial in my classroom are, (1) The teacher acting as a guide, (2) allowing the child's natural curiosity to direct his/her learning, and (3) promoting respect for all things and...