Award-Winning Tutors from Michigan State University

I graduated with an Honors B.S. in Psychology from Michigan State University and my M.A. in Experimental Psychology from University of North Carolina at Greensboro. I've taught college courses---Research Methods & Statistics, Intro to Psychology, and Cognitive Psychology---for over 10 years at multiple universities (Wake Forest University, Elon University, and University of North Carolina at Greensboro). One major advantage to having a background in Cognitive Psychology is that it allows me to use research-proven strategies effectively to help students learn. Although I love working with students in any context, my favorite topics are statistics and psychology because I love instilling my passion for those subjects in students. In my spare time, I enjoy Pilates, riding my bike, and spending time with my family.

I am a graduate from Michigan State University with a B.A. in English literature, a specialization in creative writing and minors in Linguistics and Japanese. I am currently pursuing certification as a teacher of mathematics, Japanese, and English literature at the secondary level. I have worked for the last year and a half as a tutor of students grades 4th-12th in math, English, reading skills, study skills, and English and reading ACT prep.My specialty in math is in helping students who struggle with the abstract nature of math to understand why the steps are the way they are, and in helping to improve the student's fluency with math vernacular. Because I come from a verbal background, I work especially well with students who excel at verbal subjects, but struggle at math.

Last year I graduated with honors from Michigan State University. My bachelor's degree is in Communication, and I have a minor in Spanish.I have found myself in a lot of teaching positions over the years, between yoga, school of rock, and most recently teaching English in Spain! It is something that comes naturally to me and I love to form relationships and help someone grow to reach their goal. It brings me great joy to watch people succeed!The subjects that I teach are as follows:Conversational SpanishESL/ELLElementary School ReadingElementary School WritingEnglishGuitarLanguagesMiddle School WritingMusicSpanishSpanish 1Spanish 2Spanish 3Spanish 4WritingMy favorite subject to tutor is ESL because I have learned another language. I know first hand how it feels to be in the position of the student and how difficult it can be. I also enjoyed teaching English to my students in Spain!Outside of academia, my biggest passion is yoga. It keeps me sane and healthy! I like to play guitar and spend lots of time with my friends, as well as keeping up with my Spanish skills.

Hey! I'm hoping to use my knowledge of what schools are testing/teaching to help you learn exactly what you need to know! Math is hard, teachers and professors are confusing, and I would love to help you get over that barrier. I earned my undergraduate degree in mathematics at GVSU where I put in over 1000 hours tutoring. I also earned my masters degree in mathematics with Michigan State University where I taught 11 classes and helped make the test/exams going into classrooms right now. Top expert for teaching: College Algebra, Trig, Calculus 1-3, Abstract Math Courses, High School Math, Middle School Math Expert for: College Physics 1 and 2, Python Coding

I graduated from Michigan State University with a BA in English as well as a Teacher's Certificate for Special Education. I also earned my Masters in Curriculum and Assessment from Marygrove College.I taught 2nd-4th grade students with Learning Disabilities and Autism for three years. I primarily worked as a Phonics, Guided Reading, and Writing teacher, but I also taught Social Studies and Science.After working in elementary schools, I shifted to kindergarten/preschool. I taught Casa students in a Montessori program for one year, and I served as a Teacher Assistant in Junior Kindergarten for two years. These early childhood experiences cemented my knowledge of crucial pre-literacy skills.I am passionate about nurturing relationships with students and their families, and I love seeing students grow in their journey as readers and writers. I utilize a multisensory approach (even as an online tutor) to help students grasp new concepts and acquire a variety of strategies. I focus on students' progress and celebrate each milestone.Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with my husband as well as my six year old and my two year old. We enjoy making memories with friends and families and spending time outdoors.

I am passionate about helping students gain confidence and fluency in their reading and writing skills. In my 16-years of teaching experience, I've learned that no two students learn the same way, so my approach is entirely personalized and customizable to what learners need. I am patient, kind, and creative in my approach, ensuring that students feel accomplished and successful when leaving my class.

My intention is to engage students as fully as possible through a variety of activities, always trying for 80% student production, 20% teacher talk. I get to know students, their interests, and why they want to study English more. Then I build lessons to meet their goals. I have been teaching English for over 25 years, both in university programs and language schools. What I love about tutoring is helping students meet their goals by customizing lessons.

I graduate in 2013 from Michigan State University with a major in Psychology. After earning my degree I spent the next two years in Canton, MS as a algebra/geometry teacher with Teach For America. During my experience as a teacher and coach I have logged countless hours after school preparing students for the ACT and various math courses. In my free time I love to play soccer, basketball, hike, and go camping. I strongly believe that every child has the ability to do great things, and with our support and high expectations we can expect to see results.

I have dedicated my professional life to education. It gives me great satisfaction to see ideas and concepts suddenly click for students. I am passionate about education as a pathway to new opportunities and economic success.I attended the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in sociology, minoring in psychology. I then attended Michigan State University, where I received the master's and doctoral degrees in sociology. My areas of interest included Latin American societies and so I learned Spanish as well. I have three times had teaching assignments in Central America. I worked for many years as a full-time professor and academic administrator; I have since retired but continue to teach social sciences courses on a part-time basis. I have worked extensively with students on individual projects and have served as a mentor to many students. I enjoy working with students at the high school and college levels and have had considerable experience working with adult students.In my leisure time I like to watch movies, to read, garden and visit friends and family members.

Japanese language and culture has had an enormous impact on my personal life and career trajectory. Ever since my first study abroad in Wakayama prefecture in 2014, I've been deeply interested in the cultural perspectives and practices in the natural landscapes of Japan and I am currently pursuing a masters in landscape architecture to further explore that interest.While I am a graduate student of landscape architecture, I have also tailored my degree to include graduate level studies of Japanese language to further refine my ability to network into Japanese-affiliated opportunities in research and industry.I don't believe I would have had the confidence to pursue the opportunities that I do today if not for my skill in Japanese language. I have many teachers and mentors to thank for it, and it is my hope that I can teach and mentor in the same way as a tutor.

Hello! I am a young professional working for an automotive company in the Ann Arbor, MI area. I have an engineering degree from Michigan State University and miss being in the classroom. I hope to get my education fix being your tutor!

As a former music teacher and missionary to Zambia, Africa, where I did 8 years of homeschool teaching, I am looking forward to the opportunity of helping students from all over grow in their understanding in whatever subject area they need assistance in. I have worked with teens for more than 20 years and have been countless relationships. My nickname amongst the youth I worked with in Zambia was Brad-Dad. I love the value and purpose behind that name.

I come from a newspapering family. My father and my uncle were both newspaper editors, and my son Joel has carried on the tradition by being a reporter for the Atlantic City Press (and marrying an editor).One thing my father taught me was that there was no such thing as a useless piece of information. Anything you might know could show up in a newspaper story you are editing. For example, what is the name of Don Quixote's horse? (It's "Rozinante"). This came across my father's desk twice in one week in stories he was editing---and both times it was misspelled.One interest my father passed on to me was Civil War history. This was useful on two occasions, once when a visiting Australia and a writer said he was interested in seeing Civil War battlefields and I took him to see the Manassas, Antietam, and Gettysburg battlefields, and once when I was asked to write an encyclopedia article on Mathematics in the Civil War.Other interests I have acquired from my father were Wild West history, American history in general, and the sciences. I, however, did not pick up his taste for detective stories (outside of Sherlock Holmes).In the first grade my father showed me how to add with carrying, and I have been interested in mathematics ever since. I did not realize how much I was interested in math until the seventh grade when I was entered in a mental arithmetic contest. I did not win, but I did well, and ever since if I don't have a calculator, or pencil and paper handy, I will do arithmetic in my head. The same year I was placed in a class which studied the "new math" rather than traditional mathematics courses. I think I was a shining example of what the new math could do. However, in college, it was disappointing to discover that everything "new" about the new math was covered in one term of my abstract algebra class.I graduated from high school on Memorial Day weekend and the following Tuesday I started my first job in a computer center. This was back in punch-card days, and my job was mainly to sort punch cards before feeding them into the computer. I have been working with computers ever since, and in addition to a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, I have a Master's degree in Computer Engineering.For fifteen years I worked for the Department of the Army. For most of that time I wrote and ran war-games on the computer (not video games, but the type of war games that would involve a long list of Army units and sometimes took months to complete). Other systems I programmed included the Army budget, personnel, and the Pentagon car pool assignments. Once when a piece of paperwork was missing, I called Personnel. The woman who answered the phone said not to worry, they had a wonderful computer program that kept track of that particular paperwork. "Ma'am," I said, "I wrote that program." (And I had.) The same day she tracked down the missing paperwork for me.My last assignment for the Army was planning office automation for the Corps of Engineers and writing the specifications for their new computers. After that I started working for a contractor with the Federal Aviation Administration. This time I was not a programmer but a software tester. I worked at the FAA's Technical Center in Egg Harbor Township, where we had computer systems that were exact duplicates of the ones air traffic controllers used in the field. Software written for the controllers was always sent to the Technical Center first for us software testers to hack away at. This was fascinating because not only did it use my years of experience in writing software, it also required me to have a detailed knowledge of just how controllers worked and what they did to control flights.I have also taught as a member of the adjunct faculty at Richard Stockton College. Courses I have taught have included Operations Research, Calculus, Statistics, and Microsoft OFFICE.Now I am retired and looking for things to do to use my years of painfully acquired computer and mathematical skills and other knowledge. Helping students learn what I learned is my answer.

Active learning should be a lifelong process. I have loved school, reading, research, writing, analysis -- everything about learning -- since I was very young. I have two post-secondary degrees and am likely to seek at least one more because the process of learning is so cool.Active learning should also be individual because we are all the result of different families, communities, interests, and goals. I have "learned" something years after first attempting it because I was at a different point in my life or the material was presented differently when it clicked.I want to help those who need assistance actively "learn," not memorize material. My enthusiasm, ferocious curiosity and readiness for a new challenge make me well-suited to do it.

As a passionate tutor currently pursuing my Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from Michigan State University, I am dedicated to helping students grasp complex concepts in subjects such as Algebra, Biology, and Chemistry. Though I have experience in tutoring for less than a year, I strive to create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring their curiosity. My approach is student-centered, focusing on building confidence through tailored explanations and engaging activities. I believe that every student can succeed with the right guidance and encouragement, and I am excited to be a part of their academic journey. In my free time, I enjoy reading and exploring new educational resources to enhance my teaching methods.

Currently a doctoral teaching assistant at the university level, I have many years of experience teaching both middle school and high school. My strengths are math, music, and test prep, but I am eager to help students achieve their goals with any subject matter. My priorities for students include goal-setting and critical thinking, embracing the process and making sure to have fun and believe in yourself along the way.

I have over 30 years of experience working professionally as a public school teacher, child care provider, camp counselor, private tutor, and coach. Almost every job and volunteer experience I have had has involved children. I have a total of 8 years of experience subbing in grades K-5 and have held multiple long-term assignments in kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th grades. After returning to college to earn my teaching certificate I taught 2nd grade until transitioning to the role of stay-at-home mom.

I am very excited to be a part of Varsity Tutors because it is my belief that everyone has the capability to succeed in school, even if they need a little extra help to get there. Quality education is absolutely essential in making sure a child is prepared for their future career. I love working with students and seeing them triumph over areas they were once struggling with.

I am an undergraduate student at Michigan State University. My major is Human biology, which I will use to attend dental school, then further my education to specialize in orthodontics. I am a ULA for MSUs general chemistry course. Being tutored has helped my learning, grades, and confidence tremendously, which I believe was pivotal for my success. The feeling I have while being tutored is a feeling I would love to provide for other students. I'm passionate about tutoring because I've seen what it has done for me, and it would bring me immense joy to be able to help others the way I was helped. I am most excited to help students learn Chemistry, English, and basic Spanish. Education is extremely important to me as learning is something I will never stop doing. I believe all knowledge should be shared, so here I am to share all I know!

Greetings from Gainesville, Florida which is home to the famous University of Florida. I possess a current professional teaching license from the Florida Department of Education in K-12 Reading, K-12 ESOL/ESL, and K-6 Elementary Education, and my teaching specialties are English, reading comprehension, and writing including SAT and ACT preparation. I taught grades 7-12 for 12 years in Florida using Achieve 3000 for the FCAT reading assessment and Read 180 for struggling readers. I use online fiction and nonfiction articles, SAT and TOEFL exam preparation booklets, and various websites which allow me to teach reading, comprehension, writing, and speaking better to my students. I also taught elementary school, all subjects, overseas for four years in the Middle East and Germany. I currently tutor several Chinese students online in English speaking, reading, and writing and also adults in conversational English at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. I hope to work with you soon! Thank you for reading and best wishes. Regards, Maria

I am a tutor very excited to work with you to learn how to help you best. I feel education is very important and very fun when you are being understood as a student. My goal is to help you learn while also creating long lasting resources for you to use.

I am a graduate of Michigan State University. I received a Master's degree in Education with a focus in Instructional Technology. I have over 10 years of professional experience in Information Technology, I am an expert in technical training and technical writing. Outside of technology, my passion is Education. I am a published author and I come from a family of educators and helping others learn is very fulfilling for me. Literacy and reading is one of my core values for an improved quality of life. I like to make learning easy and fun! This year, I did volunteer work in Florida to help elementary students with mental health, self esteem and resiliency which are key to a healthy mindset. In my spare time, I love to travel the world. I launched an online business in 2019 and marketed my books and products in Europe.

Hello, my name is Mason! I studied for my bachelor's degree in Michigan State University, and previously I did college level classes during secondary school. I am available for 1-on-1 appointments concerning North American History, European History, and the Ukrainian and Russian languages. Currently I am a Master's Student studying English linguistics at FSU Jena, with a strong focus on comparative linguistics and an aim at improving my teaching techniques.

I help people reach their education goals. Having worked for the math departments of two different colleges and one-on-one with trauma rehabilitation patients, I can help with Mathematics, English, study skills, learning confidence, Humanities, and more. I look forward to working with you!

Hello! I just graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.S. in Astronomy. I have been a teaching assistant at my university for the past 2 years, and I enjoy teaching and meeting new people. I also have experience tutoring one-on-one. I am very patient and encouraging. I think it is possible to make physics, math, and astronomy engaging to you even if you find it hard or tedious. I can't wait to meet you!

I want to help those who seek it to do their best in many subjects, including reading, writing, public speaking, and history.

I have been a physics professor at Roosevelt University since 2013. I received my Ph.D. in theoretical nuclear physics from Michigan State University. I have a strong interest in physics education research and teaching and mentoring in general. I want most to help people to achieve their personal and professional goals, both in academics and in life. I enjoy meeting students at their level of understanding and building bridges to new concepts and skills in an accepting yet challenging environment. I also study and teach Nonviolent Communication, which I use to connect with myself and others to solve problems collaboratively. My goal here is to enable students to become self-empowered learners. Elsewhere, I enjoy bicycling, yoga, and philosophy.

I like helping students. I am very patient. I have experience teaching Calculus classes at the University of Miami. I have done private tutoring for all levels of math up to Calculus, as well as Statistics, Business Math, and Math Finance. I have worked in the actuarial field. I have an undergraduate degree in mathematics from Michigan State University and a Master's degree in mathematics from the University of Miami. I worked for The Princeton Review as a tutor for the SAT. I did very well on both the SAT and ACT, and like teaching students how to do better on those. I like history, too, and always find it fun to tutor history.

I am a Spanish teacher with over 10 years experience, with a Bachelors degree in Spanish and Language Teaching from Miami University (OH), a Masters in Language Teaching from Michigan State University. I even started a PhD program at Miami before relocating to a job in Indianapolis. I am an innovative language teacher, having presented on language learning at regional, state, and national teacher conferences. I believe everyone can learn a language, and do my best to personalize student experience so that they can learn language not just for a grade, but for the enrichment of their lives.

I first gained a love for tutoring while being a teaching assistant in college. I then became a tutor for the athletics department for physics, math, and economics. Most of my previous experience is with college students, but I'd love to tutor all ages. I enjoy helping students gain confidence in their material whether that be through test prep or homework review!

I am a graduate of Michigan State University. I received my Bachelor of Science with a focus on Physiology and Bioethics. I worked as an Undergraduate Learning Assistant at Lyman Briggs College in the Biology department. My favorite topics to teach are Anatomy, Physiology, and Biology. Currently, I am a third-year medical student at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM). During my training, I have enjoyed both educating others and learning the clinical skills necessary to become a physician. By choosing to become a physician, I have also committed to being a lifelong learner. I would like to use my experiences as a student to inspire others through education and help students enjoy learning as much as I have.

I am passionate about empowering students through education. My enthusiasm for learning and teaching drives me to create a supportive and engaging environment where students feel confident to explore their interests. I am committed to helping students develop critical thinking skills and achieve their academic goals.

I am passionate about helping you learn and become your best self. I have worked with students in the past and thoroughly enjoyed meeting all of them and, I hope, they enjoyed working with me as well! I can tutor anything in math and coding as well. I am currently a bachelor's student at Michigan State University studying Computational Data Science. I love helping people, so I know I will make sure every answer you have is answered and understood. I will support you to the end!

Hello Varsity Tutors students! My name is Darius Amos, but I go by DJ. I am a fourth-year medical student graduating this April with my doctoral degree, and I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Mississippi. I genuinely enjoy teaching and mentoring and have spent a lot of time helping students understand challenging concepts by breaking them down step by step and adapting my approach to each student's learning style. My experience includes serving as an undergraduate biology mentor for biology majors, working as a biology lab teaching assistant, and tutoring during medical school in histology and musculoskeletal (MSK) courses. I'm patient, encouraging, and focused on helping students not just get the right answer, but truly understand the material.

I am a Student Affairs Professional with over 8 years of experience working closely with Students throughout their college journey. My approach is supportive, structured, and student-centered. I focus on helping students feel confident in their writing while ensuring their voice stays authentic to who they are. Whether you're feeling stuck getting started, refining a draft, or navigating application timelines, I'm here to help make the process more manageable and less stressful.

I am currently a full-time mathematics professor at a community college, where I teach both online and on-ground classes. Before this position, I worked as a graduate teaching assistant and then a visiting instructor at Michigan State University. I even taught high school mathematics for a year prior to that.When I am teaching or tutoring a student, I always try to abide by the motto: "People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care." This motto has helped me focus on being a good listener, which I believe has made me a very effective instructor/tutor. When a student says that he/she does not understand a concept, I will often ask him/her a couple follow-up questions in an effort to identify the root cause of his/her misconception. Then the student and I can go to work on clearing up this misconception. In general, my goal is to help students first understand WHY certain mathematical principles work, because then it will be easier for them to learn HOW to apply them appropriately.

I have an MD and an MPH in Epidemiology with a strong background in biology, anatomy, and physiology. I enjoy helping students break down complex concepts into clear, understandable ideas and supporting them as they build confidence in their science studies.

Hi! I'm a recent grad with a B.S. in Genetics, an upcoming PhD student, and have around 2 years of teaching experience in the classroom. Sessions with me will be specialized to what YOU need to learn for the scope of YOUR class. By utilizing application based questions and active recall, I help you succeed in mainly biology-related courses. I am always open to improving my tutoring skillsets, so I am very open-minded and flexible if you want to try a new strategy I haven't used before, too :)

As a graduate of Michigan State University with a Bachelor's in Kinesiology, I am passionate about empowering students to thrive academically and personally. With over two years of tutoring experience in subjects such as Anatomy, Psychology, and Spanish, I focus on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment that fosters curiosity and confidence. My teaching philosophy centers on tailoring my approach to meet each student's unique needs, ensuring they not only grasp the material but also develop a love for learning. I am excited to continue my journey in education while preparing to start physical therapy school at Columbia University this August, where I hope to integrate my passion for health and education.

I'm a third-year student at Michigan State University, studying Chemical Engineering. Helping others learn is something I'm really passionate about because I know what it's like to struggle in school without much support. Over time, I've picked up some tricks that helped me understand things better, and I love sharing those with people. My experience with teaching has been great, especially when working with students who have learning disabilities. I've learned how to explain things in different ways, like talking things through, using visual aids, or breaking down why something works the way it does. These methods help me connect with students and make sure they get what they need to succeed. While I offer support across a range of subjects, my true passion lies in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Mathematics. I find particular joy in tutoring Organic Chemistry, a subject often perceived as daunting. By shifting the focus from rote memorization to deep comprehension, I aim to reveal the inherent excitement and logic within Organic Chemistry, making it an engaging and enjoyable pursuit for my students. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, singing, and hanging out with friends. These things keep me balanced and happy.