Award-Winning GRE Tutors in Chandler, AZ

...my lunch hour tutoring students who were struggling in their classes. Initially, I found this difficult; it was a challenge determining exactly where a student's understanding of a topic was faulty. Over time, however, I developed a keener sense for the hurdles that students sometimes face when learning, as well as the most efficient ways to overcome them. I also developed more patience and empathy through tutoring - I often remembered feeling the same confusion...

...are understood, rather than formulas memorized. When helping students prepare for standardized tests I focus on taking practice exams and working with students on the areas they need the most help. Outside of school I enjoy hiking, gardening, reading, and cooking. I like to explore new ways of doing things and being outside. I like to try to strike a good balance between learning, working, and enjoying time by myself, as well as with friends...

...different, and I adapt my teaching methods to those differences. The most important thing I do is make sure each student understands what they're trying to learn, not just tricks to get through their homework. If there's some basic skills missing, I make sure to go back and polish those up before getting back to the main problem. At the end of the day, I want the student to to feel confident they're getting better....

...with Math, or an aspiring scientist struggling with creative writing, I'm your man! I am also a very experienced writer and editor. In my free time I enjoy hiking, literature, ultimate Frisbee, international travel, soccer, baking, music, strategy games, and philosophical discussions. I have lived in Africa, Western Europe, and Russia and visited over a dozen countries. Please note that due to the many different subjects I have studied, the list of classes above is...

...we just need to work together to find out what works for you. Learning is not just observation, it is also participation. By engaging students in interactive discussions, I encourage curiosity and intellectual exploration. I help students learn how to think not what to think. By learning to think critically, students are able to maximize their potential to excel in math and science and do well on exams. I am willing to work hard to...

...shaping a child's life and I would love to be a part of that process. In my past experience I have noticed many students struggle with subjects like math and physics and my goal is to try to make it a fun experience for them. In my spare time I enjoy reading books, biking, hiking , running and snow boarding. During my graduate program I liked volunteering at our college observatory and I still like...

...graduate of Arizona State University with degrees in Biological Sciences (BS) and Philosophy (Morality, Politics and Law) (BA), as well as a minor in Political Sciences and a certificate in International Studies. I graduated early from BASIS Tucson North high school in 2016, having taken and passed 10 APs. I favor English and History, but am capable of doing up to Calculus 3, college level Biology, Organic Chemistry and AP Physics 1.

...in aquatic ecosystems drives my passion to become an ecologist! My goal is to help students view learning as a positive experience! When students learn with me, they usually find that it is a very relaxed, hands-on, and visual process. I excel at tutoring biological subjects, but I also really enjoy helping students improve their writing and standardized testing skills. Every student is different, and so I firmly believe that studying and learning habits should...

...working on my Masters in Secondary Education. I will be a highly qualified teacher, teaching Science in public high school starting Fall 2018. I enjoy spending time with my family whenever possible. We are originally from Maui HI and have been living in Arizona for 2 years. I look forward to working with new students and developing a successful relationship. "Just as we develop our physical muscles through overcoming opposition - such as lifting weights...

...understand the important role that standardized tests play in allowing students to maximize their own educational potential. My goal as a tutor is to help each student that I work with to perform to the best of their abilities on the standardized test that they are preparing to take. I hope that I can play a part in helping my students to attend the higher education institution of their dreams, and I will work as...

...is to enable students to understand and learn the subjects of chemistry, mathematics, biology, and physics. I achieve this by using an interactive step by step approach to learning, working with the student, answering questions as we go along, rather than just lecturing. This interactive step by step approach works well for learning how to do calculations and understanding concepts. My qualifications include two Bachelor of Science Degrees from Arizona State University and I have...

I am a retired Elementary Education teacher. My career covered many decades. I graduated from William Paterson University in New Jersey. I took courses toward Masters in Learning Disabilities at Fairleigh Dickinson University. I have taught and tutored in New Jersey. Upon moving to Arizona, I continued my career teaching elementary grades. I retired after a number of years in New Jersey and Phoenix, Arizona.

...say I'm a natural born problem solver. I love solving problems, especially abstract ones requiring creativity and imagination. I think it is the challenge of pulling from all of your life experiences and knowledge to come up with a solution that works. I think the key for success is having enough patience to keep ones imagination at work long enough to come up with a solution. I believe every problem has a solution, sometimes many....

...isn't perfect. People learn in different ways, and sitting in a classroom isn't always going to allow for optimal learning conditions. That's where I come in. By tutoring, myself and others are able to directly work with individuals until comprehension, understanding, and eureka moments abound. I am personally most interested in languages, math, history, literature, music, all forms of art, scientific investigation of the universe, and games which allow for a creative and competitive outlet....

...take my dog to nursing homes and critical care hospitals to visit the patients. She is a "love therapy" dog and greatly in demand. I love to fish, both deep sea and freshwater and any time spent on or near the water is perfection. I have painted children's furniture for years and all my nieces and nephews and children of friends can count on having one of my pieces for their own. I also write...

...sciences: an MA in English with an emphasis on Rhetoric from University of Maryland (UMD) and a Bachelor's degree from Colorado State University (CSU) in Animal Sciences. Additionally, I have a decade of experience working higher education at UMD and Stanford University. At UMD I worked in the Veterinary Medicine department as a grant manager, and at Stanford I worked in the Radiology Department at the School of Medicine as an academic program manager. Creatively,...

I am a graduate student in psychology with an extensive research background and a passion for education. I have presented an international conferences and am currently working on several publications in peer reviewed journals. Along with my extensive research background comes a strong foundation in statistics and writing. I look forward to working with you to help reach your goals!

...to Stanford, I have learned that lectures are often difficult for students to follow. They can lose confidence in subjects because the information is not presented in a way that is effective for their learning. My job is to work with students to figure out the best way to learn challenging material. This may involve breaking down complicated ideas into consumable parts, discussing concepts back and forth, or working through practice problems together. Ultimately, I...

...and beyond. I have received various awards for teaching excellence, and though my teaching career so far tilts toward examining narratives in context, I have unusual added experience in helping to "test the new tests" students face as prospective candidates for undergraduate and graduate-level institutions. I have an extensive history of sustained one-on-one engagement with students preparing dissertations, theses, semester-long projects and so forth, and am very comfortable with working with a single student over...

...As part of my degree program, I have taught several different science classes. One of my favorite parts of being a doctoral student has been teaching and working one-on-one with students. To me, there is nothing more rewarding than seeing something 'click' for a student. My interdisciplinary training in biology and materials science has taught me how to communicate complex subjects in a way that anyone can understand. I am available to tutor a variety...