Award-Winning Tutors serving Oro Valley, AZ

...freshman majoring in Political Science at the University of Arizona. I use individualzed teaching methods to create a fun, engaging, and personalized academic atmosphere. I have experience tutoring calculus, United States history, government and politics, and test prep. While I can't say for sure which subject I enjoy teaching the most, I enjoy any opportunity to work with students who are excited about their subjects. Outside of school and tutoring, I enjoy playing basketball, improving...

...honors science classes, I work in one of the university's research labs, where I do original genetic research. In high school, I took nine AP tests and scored 5 (the highest score) on eight of them. In addition, I got the highest possible score (36) on two of the four ACT subsections, and a score of 2330 out of 2400 on the SAT. I've always enjoyed explaining things to people. I taught biology and math...

...from Northern Arizona University. As long as I can remember, I have had a love for teaching. In elementary school I would come home in the afternoon and 'play school' with my stuffed animals, creating and grading worksheets for them. Throughout school, I continued to take every opportunity to assist friends and classmates. Now, in graduate school, I have had the opportunity for training in teaching strategies and philosophy, as well as hands-on work assistant...

...energy that it would take for a plane to reach orbit from differing heights; the plane that tries to take off from the ground will take more energy to reach orbit than a plane that is already in the air, which is the same concept for ionization energies for atoms with removing electrons from differing subshells. With regards to tutoring math and chemistry, I am the most familiar with high school and college level students,...

...with a bachelor's and master's of biomedical engineering from Arizona State University. I recently completed three years of my MD curriculum and am now returning to tutoring during my MBA studies. I struggled throughout high school until finally preparing for the SAT and ACT, so I'm adept with picking up just what you're struggling with - I was there once, too. Now having performed in the upper 10% of all standardized exams I have taken...

...SUBJECTS: At all levels: English, writing, economics, psychology, history, philosophy, sociology, political science, ethics, logic. In math: algebra, geometry, introductory statistics. In science: Up to and including introductory college biology, earth science, astronomy, ecology and geography. Also up to high school physics and chemistry. TESTS: Standardized exams: ACT, GRE, PSAT, SAT, GMAT, and many high school AP subjects). For grad school entrance exams, I am strongest with the verbal and writing sections, but also comfortable...

...trained my mind to think analytically and to expand upon my knowledge on my own. The course that made the biggest impact at Boston College was Goethe's Faust, in two semesters, very rigorous, taught by a German professor, Bloom. He had seven doctorates and fluent in many languages. He was the very embodiment of Goethe, who believe knowledge is a life long endeavor, which I strongly believe in. I want to impart into my students...

...substitute teacher for three years. This gave me experience in teaching all subjects for grades K-12. I made the decision to attend the NAU Elementary Education program. The education I received at NAU was so valuable since many of the instructors were teachers at other schools themselves. During my student teaching, I was fortunate to get an opportunity to work with Title 1 students in the areas of Math and Reading. This experience encouraged me...

I truly find learning to be one of life's most exciting and rewarding experiences! I want to help you be successful and have fun along the way!

I graduated with a B.S. in Physics and currently work as an electrical engineer as I pursue my M.S. in Electrical Engineering. I am a scientist at heart and enjoy helping people find their spark in learning. My approach to learning which has helped many students is to teach proficiency in the skill, followed by, or in parallel with, explaining the concept from as basic a principle as the student would like.

...given me a degree of structure, but I mostly enjoy informal learning environments- Ive found that it removes pressure and allows for confidence to grow. For the purpose of this site, my particular expertise is anything English, to include literature, grammar and syntax, proficiency in writing, literacy (young and adult), and English as a second language. Because of my linguistic background, I am also available to teach Hebrew. As I get more comfortable, I will...

...skills class in high school changed me from a D level writer to a B+/A- level writer and the IB program only made me better. I love tutoring writing skills because I want to help others as much as that class helped me. The SAT is a stressful experience for a lot of kids, but it doesn't need to be. Knowing and practicing the material is important, but there are many other things students can...

...Degree in Arts and a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Mathematics, where I developed a deep understanding of mathematical concepts ranging from foundational arithmetic to advanced problem solving techniques and calculus based concepts. My teaching philosophy centers around making mathematics accessible and engaging for all students. I believe that with the right guidance, every student can not only master mathematical concepts but also develop a genuine appreciation for the subject. I strive to create a...

...the teacher cannot impart that knowledge on the student. I do this using my sense of humor, mnemonic devices, and being relatable which makes learning interesting and relevant. Students have told me I am kind, approachable, and encourage a sense of openness in the classroom. I have seen firsthand, over and over, how beneficial one-on-one tutoring is to a student, and am excited to share that experience with you. In my free time, you can...

I studied physiology at the University of Arizona and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelors of Science in Health Sciences. I am an aspiring physician with specific interest in preventative health. My greatest goal as an instructor is to help students succeed academically so they may achieve their dreams--whatever those may be.... Getting to know students, their academic background, and their learning style is the first step. I tailor my approach to what suits the...

I like teaching one-on-one sessions because it is an effective and rewarding learning format. I search for different ways to help my students achieve progress. The underlying, essential goal in teaching the French language is to establish in my students an ongoing interest and desire to learn. There is never a reason to get embarrassed or ashamed. I am here to help and motivate you! If there is a desire, there is a way!... I always...

...like school work. Learning can sometimes feel like a chore, but when a student is engaged and interested in what they are learning, it starts to reflect on their grades. In high school I was able to achieve a 4.3 and I didn't work myself to the bone. I found a learning method that worked for me and helped me retain information quicker and more efficiently in school. My goal is to pass these same...

...Bachelors in Business Management and a Master's in Business Administration. In my spare time, I enjoy keeping active by cycling, and running. I've been part of the Phoenix Metro Bicycle Club for the past eight years. I also enjoy playing golf, and weightlifting. My philosophy regarding education is to build an enthusiastic and active community. With that I believe that education at the elementary and secondary school level, should be about introducing the skills needed...

...trying as many problems as possible to learn all of the various tricks associated with them, as well as going over the different concepts to make sure that the basics are fully understood. For Biology, I use a similar style, but with more emphasis on making sure the concepts are as easily understood as possible to facilitate easier learning and memorization. Finally, on a personal level, I enjoy doing just about everything. I played water...

...own experience in education, I appreciate the incredible impact that teachers have on the lives of young people. I know that teachers provide skills and knowledge used by young people throughout life. Therefore, as a teacher, my greatest aim is to be a role model. I want to cultivate open minds, the knowledge and ability to look at the world critically, and students belief in their own capacity to make positive contributions to society.