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Sandra

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sandra

Masters, Reading
Sandra's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

I love teaching! I love working with anyone who wants to learn!! My whole career has been spent in education and I would love to work with you or your child. My areas of expertise are in reading, writing, study skills, and working with those who may receive special education or have attention defici...

Education

Western Michigan University

Masters, Reading

Western Michigan University

Bachelors, Special Education

Robert

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Robert

Bachelor in Arts, Japanese Studies
Robert's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Creative Writing
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I earned my degree at Western Michigan University and Ritsumeikan in Japan. My degree in Creative Writing and Japanese Language have given me the opportunity to achieve my dream of learning and working in Japan. When I was a student, if I found a class fun and engaging, I learned. I aim to give my s...

Education

Western Michigan University

Bachelor in Arts, Japanese Studies

Charles

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Charles

Master of Arts, English
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
1st-7th Grade Reading
1st-7th Grade Writing
American Literature
British Literature

I have a life-long commitment to education. I believe that, as an educator, I possess a unique form of authority; and the natural purpose of authority is to empower the steward of that authority to lead others to fulfillment. Thus, I have regarded my position as an educator with the utmost respect, ...

Education

Oakland University

Master of Arts, English

Western Michigan University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Kristen

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kristen

Bachelor in Arts, Marketing
Kristen's other Tutor Subjects
3rd-6th Grade Science
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

I am a certified teacher and have been teaching for over 6 years. I have a Bachelors of Business Administration with a focus in Marketing from Western Michigan University. I have also received my teaching certificate from Governors State University. I have tutored primary aged children in groups and...

Education

Western Michigan University

Bachelor in Arts, Marketing

Heather

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Heather

Doctor of Philosophy, Mathematics
Heather's other Tutor Subjects
Abstract Algebra
Calculus
Calculus 2
College Algebra

I am a graduate of Western Michigan University where I received my Ph.D. in Mathematics, specifically Graph Theory. I taught for over 20 years in academia at various institutions, including Grand Valley State University, the University of Vermont, and Illinois State University. Now, I am an editor f...

Education

Western Michigan University

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Western Michigan University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mathematics

Charlotte

Certified Tutor

Charlotte

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Charlotte's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Geography
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

I graduated from Western Michigan University in the summer of 2013 with a Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education. I am certified to teach preK-5th grade in all subject areas in the states of Oregon and Michigan. Throughout college, I chose to focus on Early Childhood Education and worked prim...

Education

Western Michigan University

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

Jasmine

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jasmine

Bachelor of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
Jasmine's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Math
Pre-Algebra

I am an Aerospace Engineering student from Western Michigan University and have finished my math minor. I tutor because I love to talk about math and how it's useful in the real world. I believe in assessing what the student needs or how they learn the best in order for them to succeed. I have given...

Education

Western Michigan University

Bachelor of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering

Sayantan

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Sayantan

Bachelor
Sayantan's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
Calculus 3

Math can feel like a puzzle, and I love helping students put the pieces together! As an Applied Mathematics major at Western Michigan University (summa cum laude), I've spent over two years creating "aha!" moments for students through personalized, interactive tutoring sessions. Whether it's conquer...

Education

Western Michigan University

Bachelor

Gurjeet

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Gurjeet

Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Gurjeet's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science

I loved spending time with kids from my childhood. I used to teach my siblings all the time. This is the reason, I chose Early Childhood Education as my career opportunity. Next, I graduated in my Elementary Education in Dec 2016. During my education, I also gained experience in substituting in scho...

Education

Western Michigan University

Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Kennedy

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Kennedy

Bachelor of Education, Education
Kennedy's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
English
Geography
Government

I am so excited to help students on their education journey. I have been working with student and tutoring for many years now and I have a passion for helping. I love math, ELA and history and want to share my passion with students.

Education

Western Michigan University

Bachelor of Education, Education

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