Award-Winning Languages Tutors serving Nashville, TN

...test prep and college readiness, with a focus on test-taking strategies that build self-esteem and improve performance. I began tutoring for a private company while I was a student at Columbia University in New York. While there, I had the opportunity to teach students of all backgrounds and levels of ability. My unique approach to SAT and ACT test-prep focuses just as much on "learning the test" as it does learning the material, which gives...

...in college through a program called Reading Friends. After graduating college, I joined Teach for America and began teaching at a middle school in Nashville. Last year I taught Social Studies, and this year I moved into teaching literacy. I will continue in this position next year as well. Not only do I have extensive experience tutoring and mentoring, but I also have experience that is varied. I have worked with different age groups under...

...I was in high school, I learned that learning works best when it is a two-way street. I love when my students give me feedback about where they are, as this helps inform me on the goals to work toward. I am a native Tennessean from a town in northwest Tennessee called Troy. I graduated from Lipscomb University with a double major in Communications and Spanish in 2013. I have lived in Honduras and Paraguay...

...first introduced to Varsity Tutors when I received tutoring for the math section of the SAT during my junior year of high school. With hard work, perseverance, and a wonderful tutor I was able to raise my scores significantly and see the positive results that ensued. The experience I had with Varsity Tutors inspired me to return two years later as a tutor with the hope of assisting students in reaching their full potential and...

...University of Georgia in the International Business and Finance with a minor in Spanish in May 2015. As evidenced by my majors, I have a passion for international business, having experienced the geo-political and economic landscape via overseas educational opportunities. This unique perspective has broadened my academic horizons and personal development to areas far outside the classroom, equipping me with valuable skills in today’s increasingly global environment. My international interests and travels have instilled the...

...a students' perspective. I try to anticipate the types of questions a student might have, and answer them to the best of my abilities. I also try to teach the same material using different learning styles to make sure my students fully understand the concepts. I like to play Tennis and Ultimate Frisbee during my free time. I play intramural Tennis and club Ultimate Frisbee at University of Tennessee. I also like to read, paint,...

...look the world with new googles and tune up what you have seen till now. I have been working in in K-12 and higher education for more than15 years. I have mostly worked in the public (Ministry of Education of Peru = U.S. Department of Education) and private sectors (research centers and private university, Pontifical Catholic University of Peru - PUCP). I have been involved in the areas of educational administration, strategic planning, project management...

...quotes is, "The best teachers will show you where to look but not tell you what to see." I firmly believe that empowering students and giving them the tools to be successful on their own is the best gift they can receive. Most of my experience is in high school teaching; however, I have worked with students in early intervention, preschool, kindergarten, elementary school, and middle school. I love math and English, but I have...

I have been an enthusiastic STEM educator for the past 5 years. I have a very strong math and science background. I have experience working with middle school and high school students. I am also able to tutor in test prep as well.

I believe that all people have the capacity to have a successful career in math, regardless of their prior experience. I have reached this assertion by being a middle school math teacher. I have worked with both special education and gifted students and I have seen both be curious, motivated and successful in math. I am so excited to focus in on one-on-one instruction at Varsity Tutors and I look forward to tutoring you!... I believe...

I'm pursuing a double major in Mathematics and English at Vanderbilt University. I have been tutoring math since High School and have native proficiency in Mandarin Chinese. I am dedicated to helping students explore the study methods that will fit their individual needs.

...and various other subjects, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact that personalized guidance and encouragement can have on a student's academic journey. From a young age, I have been drawn to the art of teaching and mentoring. Growing up in a family of educators, I was exposed to the joys of learning and the profound satisfaction of imparting knowledge to others. This early exposure ignited a spark within me, inspiring me to pursue a...

...begin studying engineering at Vanderbilt University. As a recent graduate from high school and a current student in college, I understand the stress of school and the desire to succeed scholastically. As a tutor, my goal is to not only take away the unnecessary stress of school, but to also teach it in a way that is immersive and linked to the real world. When it comes to standardized testing or general classroom success, half...

...Japanese, Origin of English, and Historical Linguistics, to name a few. I passed the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) level N1 with a 168 out of 180 while living in Japan; I was there for 2 years teaching English on the JET (Japan Exchange and Teaching) Programme. I was hired by the Ibara Board of Education in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where I was contracted to teach English at local kindergartens, elementary schools, and middle schools....

...peer tutor. Then, after earning my English degree from University of California, Riverside, I jumped straight into earning my teaching credential. I've been a well-respected teacher for over 7 years now. Students, colleagues, and administration love working with me because I'm patient, effective, and love what I do. This means I do my best to create a fun learning environment because I want my students to enjoy learning. I will always explain the material in...

...I wanted to go into special education to "do better" for our students. I strive to be the best teacher I can be, so that my students get the best education possible. As a special education teacher, I understand the importance of differentiating and meeting a student at their current knowledge level. I always strive to find the best way for each and every one of my students to learn, as no one learns the...

...England as an exchange student studying fine arts and discovered that my love of traveling was in fact a penchant for learning. While attending many international music camps, traversing four continents and criss crossing America by car I like to impart a passion for learning to all my students. Whether it was teaching elementary school children to read, teaching business executives ESL and Spanish or the many years I ran my private piano studio in...

...I am sign language teacher at the Garden School of Marietta . I've worked with children in various settings such as summer camps and after school programs for 10 years now, and this will be my second year teaching in a school setting! In my spare time I like to volunteer at animal shelters, paint, go hiking or biking, or just relax with friends! I look forward to meeting you and guiding you through your...

...a young age, seeing someone journey through process and being able to coach them along the way from day one. All my strengths lean on my patience. Rushing and skipping cheats one of the journey! I am willing to stay day and night until the objective and visions are made a reality. I was born in Bogota, Colombia where I lived a few short years before moving to Miami, Florida. It was here, on the...

...senior at Vanderbilt University, studying Cognitive Studies and Business. I am working towards becoming a therapist and I love working with students especially through academic struggles. I used Varsity Tutors throughout high school myself and it made a significant difference to my SAT score. From that experience, I am inspired to help other students reach their academic goals, just like I reached mine! I specialize in SAT prep, AP Literature and AP Language, elementary to...