Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Clearwater, FL

...mind, but I thought I'd start by following what I'm enthusiastic about. My experience in those classes showed me a darker side of those studies: books like Middlemarch and debugging. Ugh. I found my philosophy class, which I took as part of the core curriculum, to be far more interesting. So I followed that passion to three (I'm m still working on the third) graduate degrees. The first was an M.A. in Philosophy from Texas...

...teacher in English (grades 6-12) and ESOL (all grades). I am a Teach for America alum, having taught ESOL and English in Greater Boston for several years. I have also traveled extensively, as I was an ice skating performer with a major internationally traveling ice show for four years. I tutored several students while on tour abroad, working with students of all ages (youth to adult) in English, history, public speaking, reading, study skills, resume...

...poem, "Paradise Lost," and its legacy in Western literature. I have worked one on one with students before, mostly going over essays and research papers, looking for possible edits and revisions in order to improve upon the student's work. I have a great passion for writing and grammar and love discussing it with students. I love talking with people and having stimulating discussions. I believe that the best way to learn is to find one's...

...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 work hard to build a rapport with students which helps them feel at ease through motivation and encouragement. One of my goals when working with students is to help them gain a lifelong love of learning that will continue on throughout their...

...I have been studying foreign languages with great passion and dedication from an early age. I speak fluent French, English, and Syriac. I worked also with different international organizations as their French-English translator and interpreter. I am currently working as a French teacher for elementary, middle school and high school in one of the best private school in Tampa Bay. Students enjoy my classes and the way I teach because of my class structure. As...

...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 of tutoring, I enjoy cooking for my friends. I...

...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 is to identify where the student's strengths and weaknesses are...

...I also am a Federal Work Study Student at my school and a Teacher's Assistant for graduate level course work, where I lead class activities, grade papers, and help student's pass competencies for their course work. I believe my teaching style is very flexible, as I think the best teachers are those who meet the student where they are and accommodate for the student's needs. In my spare time, I enjoy yoga, meditation, playing the...

...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 proper...

...teaching my students the content of Language Arts, but also teaching elements of study skills, organizational skills, and even life lessons. In order to become a successful person who contributes to society later on in life, a student needs to learn more than just content-related lessons. I believe it's important to be a great role model for students at this age in which they are so impressionable. In my spare time, I love reading, building...

...company in oncology clinical research. After 1 1/2 years at the pharmaceutical company, I realized my passion for medicine and took the next step towards pursuing that dream by enrolling in a graduate program at Boston University School of Medicine. I graduated in May 2015 with a Master of Science in Medical Sciences, and I am currently in the process of applying to medical schools while working full-time in a lab in the Division of...

...tutor are reading, essay writing, literature, study skills, and standardized test preparation. I also have experience working with high school upperclassmen during the college admissions process, including the admissions essay. I love to learn and I love to teach, and I try to pass my enthusiasm and passion on to my students so they can learn to enjoy subjects that previously intimidated them. In my free time I love to read, write (my preferred genre...

...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 English and Reading teacher and I am excited to...

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....

...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 soccer, and go camping. Let me know how I...

...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, and though it took a while I eventually became successful in each of my subjects. The many struggles that I experienced as a child helped me decide to become a teacher. It is through my shortcomings that my love of learning flourished,...

...and Deaf Education. I started teaching in Miami immediately after graduation. I traveled overseas to teach for a year in China. There, 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...

...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 secondary...

...huge range of abilities, including academically gifted, ADHD, dyslexia, and autism. My commitment to maximizing individual student performance and inspiring students' interest in learning drives each tutoring session. Although I love teaching all subject areas, developing children's written expression is a real passion of mine. Since Florida Standards expect students to explain their thinking in both reading and math, it is extremely important to excel in writing. The use of visual aides, manipulatives (tangible objects...

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,...