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Certified Tutor
5+ years
Patricia
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...
Lindenwood University
Master of Arts, English
The University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science, Education

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Margaret
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...
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
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...
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
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...
The University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
University of California-Santa Barbara
Doctor of Philosophy, Mathematics
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Mercedes
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 ...
The University of Tennessee
Master of Science, Educational Administration
University of Utah
Bachelor of Science, Special Education
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Anthony
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...
The University of Tennessee
Master of Arts, History
Berry College
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Lauren
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...
Western Governors University
MS
Lincoln Memorial University
MS
The University of Tennessee
MS
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Therrin
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...
The University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Hannah
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...
Lincoln Memorial University
Master's/Graduate
The University of Tennessee
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
3+ years
Beth
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...
The University of Tennessee
Master of Science, Counseling Psychology
The University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science, Logistics and Materials Management
Certified Tutor
Sean
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...
The University of Tennessee
BS
Certified Tutor
Ryan
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...
The University of Tennessee
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Eric
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...
Tennessee Technological University
Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
The University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Certified Tutor
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...
The University of Tennessee
Masters, Nuclear Engineering
University of Florida
Bachelors, Nuclear Engineering
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Kathleen
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!
The University of Tennessee
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
The University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science, Studio Arts
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