Top English Tutors serving Scottsdale
Lindsay: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...have experience as a professional copy editor. My focus when tutoring is student understanding. I believe academic goals are more readily achievable when concepts are understood, rather than formulas memorized. When helping students prepare for standardized tests I focus on taking practice exams and working with students on the areas they need the most help. Outside of school I enjoy hiking, gardening, reading, and cooking. I like to explore new ways of doing things and...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36
Ajay: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...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 skills and...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
Hans: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...for my specific tutoring experience, I have been teaching students since high school, and volunteering with local children of lower socioeconomic status for the past three years. These lessons have been for students of all ages ranging from elementary school to college. In high school I also excelled on the SAT (2220) and a plethora of AP tests (4s and 5s across the board), and so would be happy to aid with any test prep...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750
Megan: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...Science Center's Camp Innovation, I empowered youth by delivering science programming to children between the ages of four and seven. Through such experiences, I've realized the impact that I can have as a tutor. In addition to helping students understand their classwork and improve their grades, I have the opportunity to build positive relationships, bring motivation to those in need of it, and most importantly, help others succeed after recognizing their potential. Although I tutor...
Education & Certification
Harvey Mudd College - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740
Madeleine: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...begin work as a pediatric nurse. I decided to change my path from mathematics and physics to nursing because I perform best and feel happiest when I am working with others, which is why I am so excited to have the opportunity to be a tutor. I first realized my passion for people-centered work in high school when I volunteered with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to help educate financial donors and newly diagnosed families...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Emily: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...feeling of helping a young learner gain confidence and independence in their learning skills and subject matter. My personal philosophy is that any subject can be fun, we just have to figure out how to make it so! My personal style is to use what the learner is interested in to make the subject more fun! Who says you can't use Pokemon to teach math, Minecraft to teach science, or Percy Jackson to teach grammar?
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Colorado State University-Fort Collins - Doctor of Philosophy, Psychology
GRE Quantitative: 166
Andrew: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...physics classes. While studying for the GRE, I developed my own study system and approach which has been passed on and used by several friends. My teaching style can be best described as knowledge gap identification. I believe that the single most important thing for learning, after attitude, is identifying exactly what information has been miscommunicated. After this step, almost any person can learn any subject with enough patience. I moved to Arizona after accepting...
Education & Certification
Purdue University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Arizona State University - Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
GRE Quantitative: 165
Karen : Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...students in reading because I have a huge passion for it. I believe that every child can be a reader they have just not found the right book. I have traveled all around the world and love to bring those experiences in with my teaching so that the child can be shown other worlds and cultures. I can speak conversationally in Spanish to help with subject matter when needed. I push students to hit my...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
Tucker: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
Whether you come to me for a single session or we meet every week for a semester, I believe the first step to success with tutoring is to work together to set clear expectations. This lets us work toward the same goal, and makes it simple to set milestones to get there. Any problem area in any subject can be broken into smaller and smaller pieces, until suddenly you realize there was never a problem...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Steven: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...we're operating exactly at the level and pace where the student feels comfortable, and using educational techniques that work for this student in particular. I want my relationship with my students to feel like a friendship, and ideally, I want us both to have some fun. I'm a huge arts fanatic, particularly for music; ask me about my favorite albums of last year and I could probably give you a top 200. I've also been...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 31
Marzia: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...University. In the past, I've tutored the following major courses: Biology 1 and 2, General Chemistry 1 and 2, Organic Chemistry 1 and 2, Physics 1 and 2, as well as Calculus 1 and 2. I also enjoy tutoring elementary, junior high school, and high school level students in ALL subject matter. I have a deep understanding of these core subjects and promote learning from the fundamentals. My goal as a tutor is to not...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Current Undergrad, Biochemistry
SAT Math: 720
Tara: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...During this time I adopted many of Teach for America's core beliefs: that all students should have the opportunity to receive an excellent education; that every student is capable of succeeding; and that family income should not determine a student's academic success. After my two-year commitment to the corps ended, I moved to Japan and taught English through Phoenix Sister Cities. During this time, I had the opportunity to work with students ranging from preschool...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing, Spanish and Portuguese
Arizona State University - Master of Arts, Elementary Education
Naomi: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...Algebra, or Calculus, I love being able to help students understand how to manipulate numbers and solve problems. Some of my preferred teaching methods include visual aids, providing supplemental literature, incorporating music in language studies, and simply teaching through repetition with immediate feedback. I am a firm believer in every student having their own learning style, and I truly enjoy working within the style of each student I encounter. My greatest success stories were students...
Education & Certification
Gonzaga University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Mehek: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...my four years in high school that connected high school tutors with peers, middle school students, and potentially students from an underfunded local elementary school in attempts to make academic help more accessible. I tutored in a number of different math classes at the time. In college, I worked with a tutoring agency to teach 6-12 year old student Python, Java, Scratch, and Web Development. My goal is to help you learn concepts and solve...
Education & Certification
Wellesley College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer and Information Sciences, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Chris: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...quickly discovered that my lifelong dream of being an astronaut was not really what I wanted to do. I had always had a passion for music, and was a good trumpet player, and with a little nudging from my College Band Director, well, the road definitely took a right turn. In 2002 I moved to Phoenix where I took my second teaching job in the Glendale Union High School District at Washington High School. While...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Astronomy
University of Arizona - Master of Arts, Master's of Teaching and Teacher Education, Emphasis in Math, Science and Music
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
Jamie: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...teaching English to adolescents and adults who inadvertently taught me Thai in return. I love languages because I appreciate the importance of communication in regard to the quality of our human experience. I am a friendly and conscientious individual who enjoys new undertakings and the perspective they offer. As an enthusiast for information, art, and living things, I am ever curious and like to bring that same spirit of investigation to each lesson. I am...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, English Linguistics
Arizona State University - Master of Arts, Linguistics
Breanne : Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...I tutor for Spanish, ESL, and English. I always hope to be a bridge for people, helping them cross personal barriers of fear or the lack of knowledge and experience, so they can reach their goals and passions. I am a passionate learner, and bring that spark with me when I help others learn. What I like best in a one-on-one learning environment is getting to really know a student's hopes and struggles and then...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish Translation
Courtney: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...enjoyed helping others be successful. I love all subjects, but I love history the most. Teaching is my passion, but I do expect students to be able to have a fun and structured learning environment. I've realized that students do best with consistency and genuine care. I try to make my classroom fun and structured! My students get to enjoy their learning experiences and I get to enrich their learning with fun and structured activities...
Education & Certification
Northern Arizona University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
State Certified Teacher
Amanda: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...difference while tutoring. I began causally tutoring family friends in high school, and over the years I've worked with students of varied backgrounds -- from those re-taking failed classes to those applying to (and being accepted at) the best universities. I'm proud to say that I've helped all my students reach their goals, frequently pushing them to exceed their expectations. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time outdoors and exploring all that Arizona has...
Education & Certification
Mount Holyoke College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology and Biology
University College London - Masters, Anthropology and Archaeology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 770
Kimberly: Scottsdale English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Scottsdale, AZ
...I hold a current teaching certificate through the state of Arizona for grades K-8 and a Structured English Immersion Endorsement. I have spent the last 7 years teaching and performing administrative duties as an assistant principal of a K-6 school. I am currently a stay at home mom who enjoys using my education and skills to help students through tutoring sessions. I appreciate the opportunity to help each and every student and I thank you...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
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