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Patricia

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Patricia

Master of Arts, English
Patricia's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
College English
College Level American Literature
English

I love to teach writing because I have been very successful at getting good results with my students. I have helped them improve their writing skills in ways that they never thought possible. I am an empathetic and active listener who helped them turn their thoughts and ideas into exceptional writin...

Education

Lindenwood University

Master of Arts, English

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Education

Margaret

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Margaret

Masters, Secondary English Education
Margaret's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-12th Grade Writing
ACT English
Adult Literacy

I am a language arts teacher in every sense of the term!To tell you a little about my professional life, I have been working in Seoul as an English teacher for the past 5 years. I've taught in middle school, high school, and university positions but have most recently been working in a gifted school...

Education

The University of Tennessee

Masters, Secondary English Education

The University of Tennessee

Bachelors, English Literature (minors in Africana Studies, Cinema Studies, & Secondary Education)

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Damali

Master of Arts, Education
Damali's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
English
English Grammar and Syntax
High School English

I have always loved learning. As I determined my career path, I realized the joy I experience in working with people with disabilities. I also realized learning does not always create joy for others (in some instances it creates anxiety or anger).My passion is to specifically help people who feel fr...

Education

University of Memphis

Master of Arts, Education

Southern Illinois University-Systems Office

Master of Science, Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor in Arts, Advertising

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Stephen

Doctor of Philosophy, Mathematics
Stephen's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC

I am a recent graduate from the Math Honors program at University of Tennessee, Knoxville and I will begin my PhD in Mathematics at University of California, Santa Barbara this fall. Like many students whom I've tutored, I have not always been a successful mathematics student. In fact, it wasn't unt...

Education

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

University of California-Santa Barbara

Doctor of Philosophy, Mathematics

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Mercedes

Master of Science, Educational Administration
Mercedes's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
ACT Prep
ACT 4-Week Prep Class Prep
ACT 8-Week Prep Class Prep

Hello! My name is Mercedes and I am a 7th year teacher who absolutely loves what she does! Having a younger sibling with multiple disabilities, I always knew that I wanted to go into special education to "do better" for our students. I strive to be the best teacher I can be, so that my students get ...

Education

The University of Tennessee

Master of Science, Educational Administration

University of Utah

Bachelor of Science, Special Education

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Anthony

Master of Arts, History
Anthony's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
Ancient and Medieval Heritage
AP European History
AP World History

I'm a graduate of both the University of Alabama and the University of Tennessee, and I hold Master's degrees in both Library and Information Studies and European History. As one whose life was influenced for the better by my teachers and instructors, I want to share the love of learning with my stu...

Education

The University of Tennessee

Master of Arts, History

Berry College

Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Lauren

MS

I am a graduate of the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. I am also a graduate of Lincoln Memorial University with an Associate of Science in Nursing, & WGU with a Bachelor & Master of Science in Nursing. I currently teach the following subjects: A&P, Geriatri...

Education

Western Governors University

MS

Lincoln Memorial University

MS

The University of Tennessee

MS

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Therrin

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Therrin's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB
AP Environmental Science

Hello! My name is Therrin J Wilson and I am originally from Memphis, TN. I graduated my high school at the top of my class while taking AP and dual enrollment courses. I attended the University of Tennessee from 2015-2019 and received my Bachelor's of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I...

Education

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Hannah

Master's/Graduate

I received my Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (2022) in Animal Science (Pre-Vet concentration) and Psychology (Neuroscience concentration). Following graduation I was accepted into Lincoln Memorial University's Master of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences program w...

Education

Lincoln Memorial University

Master's/Graduate

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Beth

Master of Science, Counseling Psychology
Beth's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

For over 13 years, I have been tutoring independently and for Learning Centers, In-Home Tutors, and other professional Tutoring services. My passion for watching students learn and grow is evident in my work. I make learning fun and enjoyable while accomplishing educational goals.I have a Master's D...

Education

The University of Tennessee

Master of Science, Counseling Psychology

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Logistics and Materials Management

Certified Tutor

Sean

BS

Hi! I'm a mathematics student at the University of Tennessee with a concentration in actuarial science. I enjoy helping students build confidence in math and making difficult concepts feel more approachable. I've worked extensively with algebra, precalculus, calculus, probability, and statistics, an...

Education

The University of Tennessee

BS

Certified Tutor

Ryan

Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
ArcGIS
Basic Computer Literacy
Business
Business Analytics

I am a recent college graduate who is excited to share my hard-earned knowledge with students in need of help. I majored in a Geography and Economics with an emphasis on urban studies and quantitative analysis, but the academic skills and concepts from those disciplines apply to a large number of so...

Education

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Eric

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Eric's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Business
College Business
CPA

I am a graduate of The University of Tennessee where I received a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. I also have an MBA from Tennessee Tech University and am a CPA. Outside of my academic accomplishments, I have worked in a Fortune 200 Energy company within its Finance and Accounting functions and h...

Education

Tennessee Technological University

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Certified Tutor

Oscar

Masters, Nuclear Engineering
Oscar's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I have tutored numerous types of high and low level math for many years. I also have my B.S. and M.S. in Engineering. I always have fun tutoring since I find math fun as well (I better, I've been doing it all my life!).I also like to tutor on my free time and my number one priority is to make sure t...

Education

The University of Tennessee

Masters, Nuclear Engineering

University of Florida

Bachelors, Nuclear Engineering

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Kathleen

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Kathleen's other Tutor Subjects
Art
Drawing
Elementary Reading and Phonics Class
Elementary School Math

I have my Masters Degree in teaching Elementary Education, my English as a Second Language certification, and a Bachelors in studio art. For the past 9 years, I have taught in both in the United States and in Europe. I always strive to make sure my students have fun while learning!

Education

The University of Tennessee

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Studio Arts

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