Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving San Marcos, TX

...in History from Texas State and a masters in Curriculum and Instruction from TAMIU. Since graduation, I have dedicated my time to being an elementary teacher and paraprofessional. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Science and Social Studies. I am a firm believer in the importance of education and know I have the skillset to help others improve their own education. In my spare time, I enjoy reading,...

...the middle-school level in English, social studies, and math (pre-algebra and geometry). I have also tutored elementary-school students (reading, writing, math), high-school students (AP English, AP World History, college essay-writing), and adults (business writing and English for non-native speakers). I believe that knowing how to write well is one the most beneficial, lifelong skills a student can develop, as it will give them an edge in just about any career they choose. I have been...

...a student at Northwestern University, and I am double majoring in biological sciences and global health. I used to be in your place, so I know how it feels to be preparing for the standardized tests and the college application process. I hope that I can be your mentor, and teach you everything that I wish I knew when I was in your place and be with you for every step of your way!

...as a tutor, mentor, and role model. Our mission was to work with students and create individualized curriculum to fill skill gaps and make sure students had the opportunity to be successful. I believe in putting in the extra time to make sure that I teach toward each student’s learning style. I understand that all students learn at different paces in different ways and make sure that each student is getting their best education. One-on-one...

...We work together to develop the skills, strategies, and confidence needed to become effective readers and writers. Furthermore, I believe that good study habits, organization, and communication are the foundation of academic success; I am practiced at helping students improve in these areas. When I'm not tutoring, I write and edit professionally. I am creative, persistent, and flexible, and I have the experience and ability necessary to help you reach your academic goals. I look...

...sophomore level ethics class at St. Edwards University. I taught several classes at The University of Texas at Austin as a Doctoral Candidate, where I also earned my M.A. in Philosophy. At the University of Southern California, I earned my B.A. with Departmental Honors along with the Discovery Scholar’s award for excellence in independent research. I have been tutoring and teaching for eleven years, with a primary emphasis on developing my students’ writing and critical...

...technical support to systems administrator to network engineer. I attended college whenever I could throughout my time in IT, however, and last year I left the IT world to attend the University of Texas full time; I'm currently a junior, pursuing a B.A. in English, and will move on to an M.F.A in creative writing after graduation. My great love is reading and writing, and I'm looking forward to working with others and helping them...

...an Honor's Graduate with a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Costume Design with a Minor in Theatre History from The Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University. They specialize in Art (General History, Drawing, Painting and Technique), Critical Literary Analysis, Creative Strategizing, African American History, and Fashion (Fabric Studies, Costume Design, Patterning, etc). Their philosophy on tutoring and teaching involves content mastery and relevant integration of lesson content with real world application.

...Honors courses and extra-curricular research activities since the beginning of my undergraduate education. Additionally, I have volunteered at the Student Success Center in multiple educational institutions. I was a struggling student at certain points along the way in my academic career, and I valued the people who helped me get through both issues with comprehension and motivation, and fostered the skills within me to get to where I am today! It is my goal to...

I have several years of tutoring experience as well as 30+ hours of education classes at the college level. I am very creative and love to be outside with my dogs and family. I believe that education is the way to achieve all of your goals in life and want to spend my life providing opportunities for other people. ... Learning should never be boring. Having a lesson that is fun and unique to the student's...

...capable of learning with an effective teacher that is willing to make a difference. I know that all students are unique and learn in different ways. I want to influence students in a positive manner in the classroom, and inspire them to strive for success. I want to prove a structured, safe, and supportive environment for all students. I want to create an atmosphere that supports children in which they can grow intellectually, physically, socially,...

...of the program as well. In addition to previous tutoring jobs, I also have experience in having actually taken several AP tests, SAT, PSAT, ACT, GRE, and MCAT, so I am available to help you or your child tackle their next big education obstacle. I can tutor in elementary and middle school Math and Reading, Grammar and Mechanics, English, Biology, Anatomy, Physiology. My favorite of these would have to be in the sciences and test...

...accessible to students of all ability levels, and to create strong personal relationships with my students. I am currently accepting students in all math subjects through the high school level, standardized test preparation (SAT, GRE, SSAT, PSAT), computer science, writing, study skills and organizational skills. I recently graduated from Vassar College in New York where I majored in computer science with minors in math and art history. I strongly believe in holistic approaches to education,...

...math, logic, reading, grammar, photography study skills, and more, math and logic are my favorites to tutor. I think the most important thing is to convey that learning can be fun. If it is fun, we are more inclined to do it! I love to play logic games, math games, and word games to learn in a new way. Additionally, learning different concepts' real-world applications can make a lesson more meaningful to a student. In...

...a dedicated tutor with years of experience. I provide support and guidance for students in many subjects and specialize in test preparation, teaching study skills, and ensuring a deep understanding of all material. My background includes a Graduate Degree in Environmental and Resource Economics with honors, and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, with honors. I have tutored students at all levels of mathematics, prepared students for high school and college, and taught graduate level...

...teach aspects of the culture, as well. I also always tell my students they can't be afraid to speak. No matter how hard it is; if you don't use the language you will never learn. Besides giving them this advice I teach them certain phrases they can say if they are ever in a complicated situation where they can't be understood; these phrases give them comfort and the confidence to use the language they are...

A life-long mathematics educator and learner who thrives in an atmosphere of academic collaboration, investigation, discovery and enlightenment. I believe that all students can learn and grow intellectually. I firmly believe in the wonderful and hopeful word "yet"...as in, "I can't do this 'yet', but if I keep working and trying, I will be able to do it eventually!"... I would introduce myself and try to find some commonality between myself and the student. I would...

...way we are able to build a strong relationship before we start into the academics. Another of my teaching beliefs is that everyone can learn. Everyone learns in a different way and everyone has their own style, but everyone can learn. Part of my job as a tutor is to find the style that is best for my student. Sometimes you have to go back to the basics, or use pictures to help, but regardless...

...into an effective advocate and partner for students experiencing academic difficulty. As a crisis counselor in Charlotte, NC, I was afforded the opportunity to work with youth ages 7-17 experiencing crisis. As a Safe Place advocate, it was vitally important to be person-centered and strength-focused to uphold an environment that was not only invitingly safe, but also nonjudgmental. This opportunity allowed me to expand my skills by serving as a therapeutic counselor providing guidance, supervision,...

...a teacher. When I went to kindergarten I came home and taught my younger sister everything I learned. I became an aunt when I was 7 and always played school with my nephews and nieces. I have 24 nephews and nieces. Also I now have 50 grandnephews and grandnieces, plenty of students. When I was a 6th grader I began tutoring 2nd and 3rd graders at the Boy's Club in Corpus Christi at the age...