Top Languages Tutors serving Philadelphia

Ziyue: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...connections to the your interests, teach to the your strengths, and make learning a really fun experience! Learning language can seem like a long task, but I like to set goals and use weekly agenda to improve your general study skills over a short amount of time! I also assign movies and fun videos to watch in Chinese. It is the most spoken language in the world, therefore, having this extra skill is extremely rewarding....
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Current Undergrad, Biology and Art
ACT Math: 32
SAT Math: 740

Gabriela: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...subjects in school are math, music, and science and those are also my favorite subjects to teach. It is so satisfying for both the student and I to see the student's hard work come to fruition through a good test score or just a clearly better understanding of the topic. Learning should be fun - not just sitting at a table cramming information into your head. I try to take this approach with my tutoring...
Education & Certification
Haverford College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Patrick: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...languages. I am fluent in Spanish and have studied in both Argentina and Spain, so I can help students master not only grammar and syntax, but also the difficulties of listening and speaking. I also have experience teaching English to non-native speakers of all ages, from as young as 6 to as old as 60. No matter what level of English you have, I will help figure out the best way for you to learn!...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, International Relations

Aakash: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and have received a handful of fellowships for postgraduate research, including a US-UK Fulbright Award and a Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship. My areas of competency include English, Art History, Rhetoric, Spanish, and French. I am also proficient in SAT, GRE, and GRE Subject Test in English. My first Master of Arts is in English from the University of Sussex (UK) and my second is in Rhetoric from UC Berkeley. I am happy to...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelors, English Literature
University of California-Berkeley - Masters, Rhetoric

Andrea: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I am looking to help students understand and learn whatever materials they are having trouble with. I have tutored for roughly 2 years while I was in high school. I'm currently in my third year of studying Biomedical Engineering at Drexel University. I would like to aid students in any way possible.... I teach students through examples and problem solving.... I would ask the student to go over what topics he/she needs help on. I would...
Education & Certification
Drexel University - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Math: 31
SAT Math: 740

Josh: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...enrolled in the honors program at Yeshiva University in Manhattan. Before attending college I studied abroad for three years. Upon returning to America I graduated summa cum ladue from Yeshiva University with a degree in Biology. In college I ran a program of over 120 college students who tutored at public schools in Washington Heights. I recruited tutors, coordinated the program with the principals of the schools, and held events to help the tutors maximize...
Education & Certification
Yeshiva University - Bachelors, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Ashley: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...what they teach us about how events and culture shape the world in which we currently live. A history class cannot be taught in isolation - it must be made relevant to our experiences today. I can certainly help struggling students to memorize names and dates for an exam, but my primary goal is to encourage a thorough understanding of cause and effect so that the memorization process takes on real meaning. In a similar...
Education & Certification
Penn State University - University Park - Bachelors, Classics, Religious Studies
Temple University - Masters, Secondary Education - Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Writing: 710

Mary: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...the Classics Honors Society and volunteered as an ESL teacher. After graduating, I moved to Spain and built on my volunteer experience by obtaining a TEFL certficate and tutoring and teaching there for the duration of my visa; when I returned to Philadelphia, I started working as a classroom ESL teacher for Kaplan International. Maybe because of these experiences, my favorite subjects to help with tend to be those most involved with language - Latin,...
Education & Certification
College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor in Arts, Classics (Latin and Greek languages)
GRE Quantitative: 165
GRE Verbal: 170

Ryan: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
If you're looking for an enthusiastic tutor to help solidify your expertise in English and Spanish language skills, look no further. I have experience working with children and adults at all levels and love that feeling when something clicks in the mind of one of my students. Let's build an empowering connection today.
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Nick: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...theater with a focus on acrobatics. From this work I've cultivated a fiery curiosity that I strive to fuel within the high school- and college-aged students I coach, challenging them to develop not just aptitude but passion for their studies. I tutor various levels in Mandarin Chinese, Test Prep, Mathematics, and English, with a particular love for critical reading and writing of dramatic literature. Balancing process and structure is key for me so I make...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Activism
Pig Iron School for Advanced Performance Training - Master of Fine Arts, Ensemble Theater
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 790

Tiannan: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...tutoring all throughout high school and am currently also a tutor with the West Philadelphia Tutoring Project. I have found that tutoring is such a fulfilling way to help others succeed while learning new information myself. It also allows me to build new and lasting relationships with those I work with, which is something I have come to value. Outside of school/work, I enjoy dancing, reading, listening to music, and hanging out with friends.
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Biological Basis of Behavior

Eric: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...at Swarthmore College. While I'm pursuing a technical degree I have diverse interests and I believe that my liberal arts background help me connect and communicate effectively as a tutor. I want to help you or your child understand the core concepts of any field instead of rattling off formulas and techniques for specific questions. To me, the mentor/mentee relationship is one of the most important human relationships --I will take any request seriously and...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Jasmine: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Neuroscience major at Swarthmore College. My favorite subjects include Biology and Psychology. I am interested in teaching students how to develop a better grasp of their academic material, improve their learning skills, and succeed in whatever course they take. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy playing violin, reading, and traveling. I also have extensive community service experience and have traveled to China, Kenya, and the Dominican Republic to engage in volunteer work.
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Shua-Kym: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...with practice. I'm thankful to have attended a high school that allowed me the opportunity to offer academic support to my peers. There were no material incentives - the rewards were intrinsic. Thus, I learned to love teaching for its own sake. When I came to college, the opportunities only expanded. I was able to support myself through the first year of college on this skill alone. It continued to be something I enjoyed, and...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 730

Alyssa: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...taught me is that every student learns differently. Unfortunately, in a large classroom situation, it is not always possible to give each student the individual attention that they need to achieve. This is why I think tutoring is so important. I have spent hundreds of hours in and out of my education courses discovering best practices for helping support students in their learning. I am excited to apply all of this to helping students get...
Education & Certification
Haverford College - Bachelor in Arts, Physics (minors in Chemistry and Education)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800

Sam: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...models and health economics. I held multiple positions at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health where I worked with professors to conduct statistical research in the department of Population, Family & Reproductive Health. Before Hopkins, I received an International Baccalaureate Diploma in Geneva, Switzerland, where I studied higher level Math, Economics, English, and Physics. I also attended the Hopkins School in New Haven for grades seven through nine. I look forward to helping...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Christine: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...BA in German with a minor in Education. I earned a teaching certificate for German in New Jersey. Since then, I have taught students of all ages, including twelve years in public schools teaching 6th-12th graders. I taught adults in a community course and ran a tutoring center at a community college. I have also volunteered presenting German instruction at preschools and elementary schools on special celebrations for my children's classes. I have used a...
Education & Certification
Gettysburg College - Bachelor in Arts, German

Cheridan: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...manageable and even fun! Previously, I was a volunteer test prep tutor with a non-profit. This organization provided free tutoring and college counseling to under-served, urban youth. This was an amazing experience and allowed me to use my tutoring abilities to give back to the community. I also grew up volunteering at a non-profit summer camp, so I am not afraid to get a little goofy while getting the job done. Hope to work with...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 31
SAT Math: 800

Nwenna: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Chicago. In my spare time I enjoy reading, writing screenplays, yoga, cooking vegan and vegetarian cuisine, and spending time with family and friends. I am passionate about education because I know that as a teacher and a tutor I can make a difference in students believing in themselves and in pursuing their life's passions. Because of that, I make sure that with every student that I make that difference in each meeting and interaction with...
Education & Certification
Howard University - Bachelors, French
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Masters, Writing

Jessi: Philadelphia Languages tutor
Certified Languages Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...with an IB diploma. For college, I moved to Houston to attend Rice University, where I majored in Psychology. I then earned a masters degree in Religion at Yale and I am now working towards a degree in Bioethics at UPenn. I also completed the premedical requirements during this time. In Connecticut, I worked as a chaplain in a community hospital. Upon moving to Philadelphia, I found a position at CHOP as a research assistant...
Education & Certification
Rice University - Bachelors, Psychology
Yale Divinity School - Masters, Religion
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
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