Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Clearwater, FL

...during the summers while I'm working on my Ph.D. in Philosophy. It seemed like an ideal set-up for me since I teach at a community college and I wanted to continue developing those teaching skills in my job. It also allows me to set a schedule that works with my ongoing classes. Here's a more in depth look at my career in academia: I entered my first college (Furman University) with the plan of double-majoring...

...abroad, working with students of all ages (youth to adult) in English, history, public speaking, reading, study skills, resume writing, organization, and word processing. I have worked with children and adults of all ages for most of my life--as a tutor, a teacher, and a coach. I have significant experience working with special needs and ESL students and athletes, and I also enjoy challenging students who are at the top of their class. I deeply...

...talking with people and having stimulating discussions. I believe that the best way to learn is to find one's own learning style and to make the most of it. But diligence and enthusiasm don't hurt either! I also believe that learning should be about passion and a love of learning, not just rote memorization. We just need to find that interest. In my free time, I love playing tennis or going bowling and I love...

...Education. I have also obtained my English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) endorsement. I have knowledge of several research-based interventions to help students achieve academic success. I understand the importance of tailoring tutoring sessions based on individual student needs to help the students have the "tools" to become successful learners in the classroom. I take notes during my sessions to identify strengths and weaknesses that I am observing to help drive future instruction. I...

...of the country. My force is that I am a native French speaker. I have a French Bachelor Degree in Arts : Information and Communication as well as in Political Sciences. I have a French Master's Degree in Journalism. I worked in Europe as a journalist. I worked also for the European Commission which is the executive body of the European Union responsible for proposing legislation and implementing decisions.This required a very sound knowledge of...

...education and I love helping students succeed. I taught middle school for two years. In addition, I have 4 years of tutoring experience in elementary and middle school math and reading. When working with students, I like to incorporate a variety of teaching methods because each student has an individual learning style. I incorporate games and activities as part of the tutoring session. I believe when learning is fun, the student retains more information. Outside...

...Tampa and New York City. I've also student taught several high school English classes as part of my masters program. I tutor reading, writing, essay editing, phonics, literature, grammar and mechanics, college essays, public speaking, and English. My favorite subject to tutor is writing because you get to know your students really well through their writing, and it is such an important skill. My teaching philosophy holds that all students can succeed. My tutoring style...

...Professional Psychology at Argosy University. I have a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice and two Master's Degrees in Forensic Behavioral Analysis and Clinical Psychology. I currently intern at the Neuropsychological Services of Tampa were I do assessments and clinical interviews for a wide variety of clients. I have experience with a range of mental illnesses and cognitive impairments including Autism, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders and Neurological impairments. I have...

...tutor is extensive. I have tutored for about 10 years in English, Math, and Science in the lower and middle grades. I have extensive experience as an educator in teaching reading to high school students, as well as, coaching for tests. My education is in teaching with a bachelors and master degree from Eastern Michigan University and an Ed Specialist from Capella University in curriculum and instruction. I believe all children can learn given the...

...currently a sixth grade Language Arts teacher at the top-rated middle school in Hillsborough county, where I have now taught for over three years. During college, I spent several summers working at an overnight camp with campers in grades seven through nine. It was a great opportunity to better understand the needs of middle school students, which are vastly different from both elementary and high school students. I am passionate about not only teaching my...

...a sense of confidence in the classroom for each student. I am in my 4th year of volunteer tutoring at a non-profit organization in Cambridge, MA where I have honed my tutoring skills across a multitude of academic disciplines. I come from a science background having graduated from Villanova University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Bioengineering. After college, I went to work for a Cambridge-based pharmaceutical company in...

...them. In addition to tutoring, I also teach horseback riding lessons, where I work one on one with students of multiple ages and skill levels to improve their riding techniques and increase their understanding of and appreciation for their horse. Through teaching riding I have learned that no two students learn the exact same way, and inspiration is essential to success, both in the ring and in the classroom. My favorite subjects to tutor are...

...of South Florida graduate with a degree in English and I love reading, writing and all things literature. I have a passion for words, their variety of meanings and even their histories and origins. Reading and writing are the key building blocks to success, whether it be academic, vocational or personal, those two skills continue to build throughout life; the better a person wields them the greater success that person experiences. As a former secondary...

I have just completed my Master's degree in English Literature at the University of South Florida. I also earned three Bachelor's degrees from USF in English, History, and Classics. I have primarily worked with college freshmen in my English composition courses at the university, and thoroughly enjoy helping my students achieve their goals. ... The most important thing about teaching, in my mind, is to provide a safe, comfortable environment in which the student can develop....

...tutor in ESL reading, writing, and speaking, as well as mathematics, with both children and adults. In 2014, I received by Bachelor's in Public Health and minor in French. I then worked with a youth program for a year and a half as an Education Specialist. This fall I will start my ESL certificate, and help at an adult English school. When I have free time, I love to read, travel, ride horses, dance, play...

...and could read just about anything put before me, but, for a number of reasons, my comprehension level was not what it should be. Math came easily to me, but because of my limited reading comprehension, I did not do as well with my word problems. The more I learned and was exposed to, however, the better I understood what I read. I later learned various techniques to help me to increase my reading comprehension,...

...my students were all international children with different academic and English levels. Upon returning to the United States, I continued teaching. I decided to continue my education and I graduated from Barry University with a Master's Degree in Special Education. I love all subjects, but have a passion for Math and English. I believe that Math is an international language that everyone should be skilled in. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing soccer,...

...years of teaching composition and literature courses at college level. I have previously tutored ACT, SAT, GRE, PSAT, admissions essay writing, and academic English, reading, writing, ELA for all ages. Previously I have also worked as a book editor and as a consultant and editor for Ph.D. candidates working on their dissertations in the social sciences. I graduated from University of Chicago and New York University and I also earned a second Master's degree in...

...both reading and math, it is extremely important to excel in writing. The use of visual aides, manipulatives (tangible objects for students to use while learning), and easy-to-learn test-taking strategies are appropriate and highly effective for my students. I truly believe that making education fun and enjoyable for young students is the key to producing self-motivated learners. In my spare time, I love to be outside! I have recently moved to Florida and enjoy running,...

I tutor and teach because I enjoy helping and watching students grow! There is no better feeling than seeing that "aha" moment when a student truly gets it and is able to build new concepts. It is a wonderful experience and I look forward to it in each and every session!... I believe that each student is a unique individual who needs a secure, caring, and stimulating atmosphere in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually,...