Award-Winning Tutors from Florida Atlantic University

My passion in life is world travel. Languages are my gift. I speak three so far. As a biology major, I enjoy teaching science and math. As a substitute teacher I have a wealth of experience teaching various subjects to a large variety of students. I pride myself on being able to pick up on individual challenges and adjust accordingly. Everybody learns in a different way, and I am very sensitive to those differences. I am all about positive reinforcement and creativity. I find that they work the best in most situations.

I have been a professional tutor since January 2016, but I was always the one asked to lead study groups. Since Elementary school I've been known as the person in class to clarify concepts that were unclear during the lecture. I work well with all age groups, and have found that individual, personalized approaches work best for each student. I love to learn and I am excited to help others find their love for education as well.

I am a graduate of Florida Atlantic University for elementary education and The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and Western Michigan University for graphic design and fine arts. I received my Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education and an Associates in Graphic Design and Fine Arts. Since graduating from FAU in 2012, I have taught elementary dual language classes in reading, math, writing, social studies and science in the Palm Beach County school system as a Highly Effective educator. Previously, I held professional roles in advertising agencies and publishing companies as an art director and graphic designer for 20+ years. While I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about helping students gain confidence and proficiency in their subject of study. In my experience helping students develop independence using different strategies will set them up for success by giving them options to solve original problems, independently. My goal with students is to give them the stamina and confidence to seek out and apply strategic solutions to learning hurdles. I have extensive experience in preparing 3rd-5th graders to take the FSA test for reading, writing, math and science. In my spare time, I keep my Adobe Creative Suite skills up to date by creating graphic and fine art designs for personal enjoyment. I look forward to helping you or your student achieve the goals you set for yourself.

Hello, my name is Eben Lyon. I have a year's worth of experience tutoring and am a licensed social studies teacher. I've taught World History and American History. With my guidance and assistance I've seen many of my students achieve their academic goals. I've also studied religion and philosophy so I can provide insight into the theoretical influences of historical events giving me a unique advantage in this field.

While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English literature, writing and composition, psychology, and conversational Spanish. I am a graduate of Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Boca Raton, FL. There, I received a Bachelor of Arts in English with a focus on English literature and a Master of Arts in English with a focus on writing, rhetoric, and composition. While at FAU, I worked at the writing center, helping students, faculty, alumni, and visiting scholars improve their writing and language skills. Simultaneously, I taught college writing courses for FAU's College of Arts and Letter's Department of English while completing several writing internships, attending national conferences, and taking advantage of study abroad opportunities. I had the opportunity to work extensively with ESL students. Given that FAU is one of the most diverse institutions in the nation and that I am a native Spanish speaker who immigrated to the United States as a young child, these experiences helped me feel even more connected to my language and culture. I've always believed that theory and practice are equally vital to a strong intellectual foundation. So, while I worked toward earning both degrees, I coupled my practical teaching and tutoring experience with additional courses from the Department of Languages, Linguistics, and Comparative Literature. I've worked with many students struggling with standardized tests, academic essays, graduate school applications, and learning either English or Spanish as a second language. We always seem to have the most fun (and make the most progress) when we focus on the writing and critical reading portions of the exams or assignments, employing real-life scenarios in the process.

I love working with younger students and watching them prosper in their education! I can't wait to meet students and help them grow.

Realizing how much I enjoy editing my sons' and my wife's research papers I decided to go into tutoring. I have an Arts and Humanities degree with a focus on Communications.I have a passion for the written word in a poetic sense as well as with an eye for the concise style expected in research papers and book reports. There is always room to insert personality regardless of what or for whom you are writing.I look forward to sharing this passion and the correct way of writing everything from fictional stories to properly cited research papers.

I think it is important to know that students tutored by me not only receive help understanding key concepts in their courses but improved studying habits that will assist them in their future academic endeavors. I have been an advocate for the advancement and growth STEM education since my freshman year of undergrad. I've found one of the best ways to enhance STEM education is to make sure students understand key concepts and receive quality assistance outside the classroom in the form of tutoring. I am a graduate student that was recently accepted to Thomas Jefferson University's doctorate program in "Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Biology" after completing my Bachelors of Science in "Molecular and Cell Biology" at Florida Atlantic University. I have won numerous awards for academic excellence and scientific research as an undergraduate student, which can be seen in detail on my Curriculum Vitae upon request. I have tutored biomedical sciences coursework ranging from general biology to Cancer biology, and privately tutored high school students over the years in biology courses. As a tutor I am focused on maximizing a student's strengths, while directly targeting weaknesses in subject material and studying habits during our time together.

I am a a graduate from West Virginia University with a B.S. in Business Administration. Additionally, I have a M.S. in Reading K-12 from Nova Southeastern University. I have over 20 years experience serving students by helping them achieve academic success with 15 years as a certified Reading Specialist. I am passionate about student achievement, as I believe every child can learn through hard work, strategic teaching, and persistence. This belief is passed along to my students so they know their brains can get smarter. I enjoy teaching students who are struggler readers while I use multiple research-based reading strategies to meet each child's needs. Although I am a certified reading specialist, I also tutor students in math and writing. In my spare time, I enjoy taking hikes, riding my bike, spending time with family and reading.

I'm passionate about tutoring because I want to see the students do their best and succeed in reaching their goals. I enjoy the challenge of solving problems together and experiencing the best possible outcome.

I am state certified elementary educator of thirteen plus years. I received my BA in Elementary Education in 1998 along with a certification in teaching English to speakers of other languages(TESOL). I am currently working towards writing children's books, relishing every moment of my journey, and planting a little organic garden.Tutoring is something I enjoy wholeheartedly. It gives me an opportunity to bridge learning gaps that often occur in the classroom or extend learning outside the textbooks. Much of my teaching and tutoring experience involves students from grades K-6 in the areas of: test taking CCGPS(Common Core Georgia Performance Standards), math, reading/comprehension, phonics, grammar/language arts, and science. My goal as a tutor is to create relevant problem solving opportunities that both teacher and student solve and create. In short, I'm enthusiastic about making learning experiences practical and easy to understand.Tutoring sessions will be catered to fit the individual needs of the student. Each student needs a learning experience with a slightly different recipe for achievement. My aim is to incorporate the strengths and interests of each student to create a platform for highly engaging opportunities for practice. With that said, gear up for an incredible journey and let's explore countless ways you can learn and be successful!

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction with TESOL. I am certified in Elementary and Primary Education with an American Sign Language endorsement. I have been teaching ASL for the past 15 years to high school students. Prior to that I taught elementary school for 11 years. Before public school teaching I taught in preschools and obtained my Montessori certification. I am passionate about teaching and helping spark interest in many different subjects. When not teaching academic subjects I teach Pilates to adults and teens.

I am a life long learner. I love to learn, and I love to share what I learn with others. I have three baccalaureate degrees in English, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. Education can be very exciting, and it doesn't have to end in the classroom, however: I also studied animal behavior while in Washington, where I worked with chimpanzees who spoke sign language, and I assisted with research on dolphins while in Turkey.I love animals, as evidenced by the above experience. Otters are my favorite animals, because they make hard work look fun. They need to groom and hunt constantly, but they swim around as though they are always having the best time in the world. I try to apply this otter-esque attitude to everything I do. You never know what you can build out of your interests, or where those interests can take you. Hard work isn't always fun, but if we stay focused and smile along the way, we can do anything!

I have a been a working as a teacher for 4 years now in early childcare, middle, and high school. I enjoy working with children of all ages, especially in a "one-on-one" setting. My goal, with any child, is to help faciliate the interpretation of a subject so that they can recall information easily and apply it in a critical manner.

I am a graduate of Florida Atlantic University (FAU). I received my Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with a focus on writing and education. As an undergraduate, I took advanced graduate courses, looking to expand and to deepen my knowledge and skills in writing and pedagogy.When the French avionics company I worked for for about 10 years closed their Miami facility, in 2001, I decided to go back to school, and finish my degree. I was in my English class (Honors Short Story) on September 11, waiting for the class to start, when the television came on to news reports of an attack and we watched in horror coverage of the first tower engulfed in flames, and the second tower collapse.I remember being anxious about writing my first college essay in some ten years. It was a paper on Edgar Allan Poe's "The Fall of the House of Usher." Our instructions were to write a five-paragraph essay, with a minimum 10-sentence paragraphs. I was confused by this instruction, because we didn't learn the 5-paragraph essay in Montreal. I considered submitting a writing sample to see if I was up to the task. Eventually, I decided to take my chances and write the essay the best way I knew how.I could hardly breathe waiting for the professor to grade and return our papers. Finally, she called us one by one up to her desk, and she handed us our papers. I do not know what she said to the other students, but as she held out my paper, she motion to the desk and said, "You should be on this side of the desk," meaning the teacher side. That's all I needed to hear. I made sure to take every course that would make me the best teacher I could be.I studied year-round, and in December 2003, I graduated summa cum laude. I went on to take graduate courses in teaching reading, language arts, young adult fiction, pedagogy, and writing. I started teaching high school Language Arts and Reading in 2004-2005.While I tutor a range of subjects, I love writing. I have had an essay and a memoir published. I am compiling essays for a book series and I post short reflections on my website. I enjoy watching crime/police dramas, mysteries/detective shows, and the occasional vampire series. I also like photography, sewing, and quilting.Because I was not born in the United States, I missed out on the treasure trove of American children's books, and so I took every opportunity to read them as a student and as a teacher. I relish reading children's books and young adult fiction because I feel they help me to connect to high school students. I use children's books to teach complex topics, because the readability level does not get in the way of seeing the pattern of writing and the stylistic, organizational tropes the author uses.I believe in meeting people where they are. I use my own experience and self-reflection to better understand the needs of my students; to adapt to their learning style and preferences; to have empathy for their cultural perspective; to appreciate the full range of their personal experience. I look forward to working with you on achieving the goals and aspirations you have for yourself.So, how may I help you?

I know what it's like to be in a classroom and not understand the mathematics being taught. So I know how to relate to your struggles and frustrations. Customer satisfaction is my highest priority, so I seek my clients' feedback. Sometimes I will stay longer than I'm billed for to ensure the job gets done right. I know your time is valuable, so I try to be as flexible as possible. I am willing to meet at places like Starbucks or at the convenience of your own home. I look forward to hearing from you.

I plan for many exciting opportunities for the children to ensure they are stimulated and interested in what they are being taught. During lessons, I guarantee that my plans contain activities which cater to all learning styles."Those who know, do. Those that understand teach."Aristotle

My name is Amy. I graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a bachelors in English and worked on my masters at Trinity International University. I have taught twelfth, eleventh, seventh, sixth and fifth grade. While in grad school I worked with the Seminole Tribe of Florida, preparing students for their high school diploma.Recently we received a new member in my family, my handsome baby boy. I am married to and we reside in North Carolina. We both enjoy spending time with our son, dog and cat. We also enjoy country concerts, reading, traveling and watching movies. I look forward in meeting you and helping you with your academic goals.

I enjoy helping students advance in their academic journey and in their career. I am passionate about health and have a PhD in Public Health from Florida International University, an MS in Dietetics and Nutrition from Florida International University, and a BSE in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from Florida Atlantic University. I have been working with undergraduate and graduate college students for about 6 years. I am also a Registered and Licensed Dietitian. I have provided tutoring for the credentialing exam for Registered Dietitians (RDs) and was the Program Director for an ACEND-accredited Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition Program, which lead to the RD credential, for 3 years.I have expertise in the Microsoft Office Package including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. I am also an expert in Microsoft Outlook functions.I am enthusiastic about tutoring in the following subjects: nutrition, public health, exercise science, math, research fundamentals, and writing including thesis and dissertation writing and APA formatting and citations.My tutoring style is flexible. I enjoy meeting the student where they're at in terms of pacing and style of tutoring. For example, while some students appreciate hands on examples, others prefer demonstrations. While some prefer to come to a session with specific questions while others prefer to be given a specific calendar of tasks to work on day by day and so forth.I am excited to continue working with students and hope to get you excited about your educational journey soon!

I tutor communication skills and public speaking skills because I have an intense degree of respect for the importance of these skills to success. Add to that, I firmly believe that each of us with our own unique personalities, styles and backgrounds, can be effective, positive, and dynamic communicators.I have had the pleasure and honor to help students and adults improve their communication and public speaking skills for over 20 years now. I am especially passionate about working with individuals who struggle with developing self-confidence to prepare and deliver powerful and engaging presentations; my goal is to help them accomplish their personal, academic and career goals.Because effective and dynamic communication skills are among those most highly rated for success in personal, academic, and business relationships, I am committed to helping communicators of various ethnic backgrounds, genders, ages and nationalities identify their goals and overcome barriers to fulfill their aspirations.I have a doctorate degree in Conflict Analysis and Resolution, a master's degree in Speech Communication and a bachelor's degree in Communication Arts.Among the most fulfilling experiences I have had are those where former students and/or workshop participants approach me years after our time together to convey how positively the lessons I shared impacted their lives and supported the accomplishment of their goals.

I am a licensed high school math teacher with three years of teaching experience. Since I was in high school, I have been helping students perform to their fullest potential. In high school, I would help students after school with geometry and algebra and it changed my life for the better. Not only did I feel joy from helping encouraging and motivating others, but I also became a more knowledgeable student. It is one thing to master a concept, it is another task entirely to transfer that knowledge to someone else. Through Varsity Tutors, I look forward to helping students achieve academic success in math and to take with them a sense of being able to overcome any challenge thrown their way.

I'm passionate about helping students improve and gain confidence in their writing skills. I often focus on improving cohesion in academic papers through the proper use of transitions, language/vocabulary/word-placement, and sentence structure. I am also skilled at helping students articulate and navigate complex ideas and topics. My background in the humanities and the social sciences has provided me with an intensive experience of reading and writing in both creative and academic capacities.

I graduated from Barbara Goleman Senior High in the top 5% of my class. I went on to Florida State University, where I graduated with a degree in Political Science and minored in History/Journalism. I am currently in Graduate School at Florida Atlantic University where I am pursuing a degree in Counseling.I am an author and educator who has work with students through tutoring, mentoring and teaching for 20 years.I started tutoring when I was 13-years-old and found that I had a love for helping people to understand concepts that were previously difficult for them. I also found that building relationships and tailoring tutoring to the interests of my students helps them to learn the material better and helps them take ownership of their education.When not tutoring, I am a writer, most recently publishing my first book 'Diary of a Young Black Girl,' a book of poetry.

My passion is to utilize my education and experiences to help others.

Let me help you SHATTER the EXPECTATIONS! First...we have to figure out HOW you learn! What's your style? Then...we'll come up with a game plan. Finally...we'll celebrate your successes! I LOVE teaching people how to write...creative writing...argumentative/persuasive writing...explanatory/informative writing. It's my thing! (And...we can even add some hands-on, artsy components to the lesson! Fun! Fun! Fun!)

I am a graduate of Liberty University, where I received a Bachelors of Science in Environmental Biology. While there, I also obtained a Virginia teaching license in General Biology for grades 6-12. After graduating and getting married, I moved to South Florida, where I now attend Florida Atlantic University in pursuit of a Master of Science Degree in Environmental Science. I have been tutoring various subjects since high school, but find Math and Science to be my strongest areas. While at Liberty University, I worked as a Biology tutor both for the Bruckner Learning Center and for the Biology Department itself. For my education certification, I completed several Biology practicums including a semester of student teaching 6th grade life science at Linkehorne Middle School. Now as a graduate student, I work as a Teaching Assistant by teaching Comparative Vertebrate Morphogenesis, Human Morphology, and Anatomy and Physiology labs at the FAU Davie campus. I am very passionate about all things Science and Biology remains my favorite subject to tutor. While tutoring, I bring my extensive content knowledge, patience, and creativity for developing personalized tutoring and studying techniques. When I am not in class or tutoring, I enjoy tennis, biking, reading and being an officer for South Florida’s Herpetology Society (a society for amphibian and reptile lovers).

I've been tutoring with Varsity Tutors since 2018 and bring over 12 years of experience in education, including 7 years as a classroom teacher. I hold a Master's in Reading and K12 certifications in Reading, ESOL, ESE, and 612 Social Sciences. I believe every child can succeed when lessons are tailored to their unique needs. I focus on building skills, confidence, and a love of learning, helping students reach their full potential. I have experience across all subjects and in preparing students for standardized tests like MAP, ISEE, and OLSAT. Many of my students have passed their exams and shown remarkable growth, which I attribute to personalized strategies, encouragement, and a clear focus on goals. Parents appreciate my professional yet approachable style, my ability to connect with students, and my commitment to measurable results. I am dedicated to supporting each student's academic growth while fostering confidence and enthusiasm for learning

Professionally certified educator with 11 years of experience at the secondary level holding an M. Ed. Certified in middle grades math, secondary biology, secondary social studies, and exceptional student education with endorsements in Reading K-12 and ASD. Expertise in instructional and curriculum design and assessments for all certified areas focusing on differentiation for special education, especially those with executive dysfunction. Certified ACT and SAT educator and former ACT and SAT testing administrator.

I am a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. Following graduation from the Academy, I spent two years living in a remote village in Zambia where I worked with the Peace Corps to educate villagers about the prevention of malaria, HIV, and tuberculosis, as well as other illness endemic to the region. When I got back from Zambia, I took the MCAT and soon began medical school. I am currently in my final year as a medical student and hope to begin a surgery residency next year. I love to teach, and have years of experience tutoring a wide array of subjects including algebra I and II, trigonometry, precalculus, calculus, statistics, PSAT, SAT math, reading, and writing, ACT math, reading, and science, religion, literature, and many more. I have worked extensively with students taking FLVS classes, guiding them through their assignments and preparing them for their tests. I have also worked with students traveling the equestrian circuit in Wellington. I know that people are capable of much more than they think they are when they have someone that believes in them and is able to act as a teacher and coach. I love to see people reach for their potential and gain confidence along the way. Outside of tutoring, I love to study for medical school, play with my dogs, run and do yoga. Get in touch if you think I might be a good fit for you!

I have a Masters Degree in Business Administration and I am a Certified Financial Planner. I also have several industry licenses; series 7, 66, 51, 24, and 2-15. I am passionate about personal financial literacy and have previously taught financial literacy classes to high school students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about business, economics, leadership, personal finance, and securities licensing. In my experience helping students prepare for complex exams, we always seem to have the most success when we have discovered the student's learning style and thought-process. I believe learning should be an engaging, inspiring activity where the student can envision how their new knowledge will apply to real-life scenarios. I am also 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.

I have been teaching private and group lessons since 2001. I have loved helping my students in creating a life long love of the Spanish language and culture, in promoting interest in the subject by doing interactive learning activities, and in facilitating positive comprehension of the outstanding benefits of being bilingual. I have two masters degrees: a Master in Education with a Business concentration, and a Master of Arts in Teaching in Spanish. As an expert in teaching Spanish, I look forward to helping students to achieve their goals and I welcome them to the Spanish language world. My teaching style involves dedication to facilitating discovery of each learner's potential through patience, support, respect, care, and a positive learning atmosphere. My professional experience encompasses teaching Spanish for more than 10 years in a variety of settings such as college, business and health care organizations. I love working with students of all Spanish language levels: beginners, intermediate and advanced. As I always say to my students: Welcome to my class and my world!

I am dedicated to helping students learn and understand topics, setting them up for success! I am motivated to help students reach their full potential, building confidence, and strengthening core understanding.

I am a graduate of Florida Atlantic University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences with a focus on Environmental Sciences. Since graduation, I have obtained my ESL (English as a Second Language) certification and traveled around Europe, tutoring students from China and Spain learning ESL online, worked at a bilingual school in Southern Spain developing/presenting the English curriculum for English classes, Natural and Social Sciences, partnered with the "Booknook" program in California teaching immigrants how to read like a "native speaker" and worked with adults in Spain looking to improve their English. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Natural Sciences, and Phonics. In my experience working with diverse students, the most remarkable advancements are made when a connection is created between the material presented and something the student already enjoys. This allows for relatability and real life scenarios to take place making the information easier to grasp. I am a firm believer that one does not stop learning simply because they are done with school. Knowledge holds much power and the more we nourish our minds the more equipped we will be. I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading romance novels, boxing, pilates, rollerblading by the beach and game nights with friends.

If you are looking for a Graduate Student with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology/Certifications as an Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist, and over 6 years of experience working with children ages 1-18, look no further! I have diligently mastered the art of multi-tasking and positive interpersonal skills, with a willingness to learn, self teach, and adapt to new environments quickly.

I taught AP Human Geography for 4 years at the high school level, and IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL for 12 years . Since retiring last June, I found that I missed student contact and the chance to help students achieve their goals. I had excellent test score results for both AP Human Geography and IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL. Therefore, tutoring seems to offer an opportunity to continue doing what I love, but on a part-time basis.

I obtained a Juris Doctorate degree from Nova Southeastern University, a master's degree, in Criminology, from Florida Atlantic University and a bachelor's degree, in Criminal Justice, from Florida International University. I am currently an attorney in Florida. Prior to becoming an attorney I was a Florida State Trooper. In my law enforcement career I was assigned to Road Patrol and transitioned to the Bureau of Criminal Investigations and Intelligence. I am also bilingual and fluent in Spanish.

My goal as a tutor is to treat every student as a unique learner. Every student learns differently and my goal is to find out what makes them tick in order to open the doors to understanding the topic. As a tutor, I strive to get my students to not only learn the knowledge, but truly understand. I have been working in the education field since 2007 and I am familiar with various techniques. My approach to education is very hands-on and inquiry based.

My name is Marcio. I have a bachelor's degree in International Business from Florida Atlantic University in the United States and a master degree in Marketing from a top business school abroad. I have a TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) certificate. I have been teaching English for over 10 years, and I love it.

Hello. My name is Ady. I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, English, and Public Safety Administration from Florida Atlantic University. I am currently working on degrees in other areas and hope to pursue my masters someday. I am passionate about helping students, because I enjoy seeing them learning and gaining something from my lessons. I have taught students from Kindergarten through second grade for around five years in a classroom environment. I have also taught conversational English to adults and English to younger elementary age students online.I currently tutor the subjects of: reading and phonics. I also work with Elementary students from Kindergarten through second grade and English Language Learners. My favorite subjects to tutor are conversational English and reading, because it's wonderful to see the improvement that students make while they're working on these subjects. My teaching philosophy is that education should be more interactive and my tutoring style includes having a more relaxed conversational format.

"Knowledge is power"Science is my passion, when students draw connections between content and career applications, their learning is so much more impactful. My interest was piqued in a first grade science course. It was the only subject where asking questions was encouraged, and not challenged. In high school my curiosity deepened and led me to pursue a degree in Biology education.After graduating from Florida Atlantic University with my Bachelor of Science in Biology education, I became a middle school science teacher. Instead of teaching towards the State exam, I focused on teaching towards the standards. This enabled my students to see the relevance in their learning, through collaboration, creation and problem based learning with solar cars/solar ovens. Curiosity and the intrigue of learning prompted me to go down the "rabbit-hole" of STEM at the end of the tunnel, Robotics and a CS certification. The focus was on VEX,physical computing with Microbit, Arduino, sensors, JIMU and Piper computers, (Raspberry Pi).Students dived in with Scratch from MIT, creating their own stories and interactive games .tThey learned that computer science encapsulates so many industries from manufacturing to medical. The exploration of these content areas empowered them to become agents of change in society. The 8.5 year experiences gained in middle school catapulted me to High school as the Magnet and Vocational coordinator. Content connections are cultivated when collaboration and career application is mandated. These lines of discovery are interwoven into the fabric of the courses, because students need to see themselves as engineers, scientists , entrepreneurs and professionals today, to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.