Award-Winning Languages Tutors serving San Marcos, TX

Hi! My name is Lipika and I am a freshman at the University of Texas at Austin, pursuing physics on the space sciences track and a minor in business. I've always loved being a mentor to kids and younger teenagers. I especially enjoy teaching concepts related to STEM and have been doing so since early high school.

...subjects since high school, though the bulk of my ability and expertise lies in essay, paper, and speech writing/editing, non-calculus based statistical analysis, basic algebra, and in test prep skills. My ultimate desire is not only to help students understand subjects that they may be struggling with, but to help them cultivate a interest in and passion for the material itself. Understanding and ability in a subject is great, but a true desire for knowledge...

I'm an experienced teacher and tutor with a Bachelors in English from the University of Alabama and a Masters in Literature and the Humanities from St. Edward's University, looking to help my students share in my love of learning!... The answer is out there. I really do think that, no matter what the problem is, a solution can be found if we all work hard enough!... Discuss what subjects or concepts the student is struggling with,...

...In essence, I have years of experience tutoring and teaching languages, writing, testing strategies, and other various subjects for students from elementary through college. Additionally, I am well-versed in university admissions for both graduate and undergraduate programs, and I can offer consulting on how to develop applications. I believe in making learning relatable and fun; rather than lecture my students, I design engaging and entertaining lessons, exercises, and even games for them. Understanding of material...

...think that the keys to unlocking the most fruitful learning experiences are: Patience, Passion and Listening - on the both the part of the student and the instructor. Its my pleasure to inspire and stir these qualities in a learning environment. The interdisciplinary nature of acting is something that carries over into my tutoring so if we are studying Spanish there is good chance music will make it into our lessons OR if we are...

...with a Master's in the same field. For years, I've helped my friends and siblings with homework for school, and they've always told me that I had a talent for teaching; I understand concepts very easily, and explanations come easy as well. The goal that I work towards for my students is to bless them holistically, both through my academic skills and through any relationship that I am able to build with them. I believe...

...in a cookbook/memoir about American women, (such as my grandmother) in the kitchen. I love to write, and love helping students write as creatively as possible within the parameters of their schoolwork. I’m committed to making learning as fun and enjoyable. Having been an occasionally reluctant learner, I believe that most people are happiest when they feel that they’re learning independently, and are empowered enough to make their education their own. I want to help...

As a certified teacher, native of Spain, and an experienced language teacher, I can provide innovative approaches to the challenges of teaching languages. Also, I have many new ideas, am an excellent communicator with students, and have a demonstrated history of teaching Spanish and English I have extensive teaching experience in an academic setting. For the past four years I have worked teaching Spanish and English alternating between classes for children, adults, and companies as...

...Mineralogy. I have also taught university level Italian as an assistant. I have 10 years of experience in private tutoring and one-on-one instruction. In addition to having subject matter success in geology, geography, environmental science, Italian language, literature, culture, I also have a passion for European and British history and literature, as well as additional foreign languages. I have a pretty open schedule and will be glad to help you out if you think I...

...age. While in the fifth grade, I had the amazing opportunity to participate in an exchange program; studying French with a group of classmates after school, exchanging letters with a French pen pal, and eventually the experience culminated in a visit to my French friend. It was an amazing experience for a young kid! I fell in love with the French language and culture and continued my study through high school and college. I've visited...

...to Hunters Creek Elementary, Kinkaid Middle School, and Kinkaid High School, before traveling to Georgia for two years at Emory University. After receiving an Associate's in Arts, I returned home to Houston to finish my degree at UH; it was there I discovered I didn't just not hate politics, I was actively fascinated by them. Thus, my plans to become an evil scientist working undercover at the CDC were thwarted by a latent preoccupation with...

...to tutor in these languages is a privilege. Helping others shapes not only my understanding of these languages better, but also shares important knowledge with others. My fascination with these languages began before college in my high school, Great Hearts. There I ran the Classics Club where I cultivated the love of these languages in the middle school students through fun exercises, games, and tests. The rich influence of the Greeks and Latins in our...

...prepared young students to perform onstage with their respective rock instruments, such as the electric guitar, bass, drum kit, keyboard, and voice. I also highly emphasize teaching music theory along with any other music lesson as it is vitally important to a student's understanding of music as a whole. I have been involved in choirs for 11+ years and I have been classically trained by teachers with masters in vocal pedagogy. While in high school,...

Ph.D. in Electrical engineering, M.S, and B.S in Physics. Able to make the complex simple. Developed skills to identify, analyze, and solve problems. Self-assured, disciplined, and experienced in teaching at college level. Passionate about STEM!

...tutoring members of my rugby team, fellow classmates and friends. Regarding the subjects I have taught- I am familiar with math all the way up to Algebra 2 (including ACT and SAT Math), I have helped many students prepare for the SAT and ACT. Many times smart students have issues with standardized tests due to improper test taking strategies. Every student has unique strengths and weaknesses, I focus on refining those strengths, minimizing those weaknesses...

...varied interests and skills help me connect with students from all backgrounds. Whether helping with computer science concepts or English essays, I strive to make the learning process fun and inspire an appreciation for continual self-improvement. As a tutor, I bring empathy, patience and a growth mindset. My experiences navigating dual cultures have given me insight into the challenges students face and taught me the value of perseverance. I am passionate about empowering students and...

...certificate in Security Studies with the Clements Center for National Security. I have participated in the Normandy Scholars intensive history research project and study as a Clements Center Undergraduate Fellow. For my senior thesis, I am researching post-Cold War security and foreign relations with Russia and East Europe. I tutor a range of subjects within liberal arts, but I specialize in Latin tutoring, since I have studied the language outside of my normal areas of...

...they gain understanding. With a desire to keep the lessons engaging, I hope to make learning fun! I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Marketing. From there, I became a 7th and 8th grade math teacher in Fort Worth. Then, I moved back to Austin to teach in 7th grade math in Del Valle ISD for 7 more years. I taught until I had my first child in 2010....

...working with people with disabilities when I would volunteer with my mom at local Special Olympic games growing up. Now, I work primarily with students who need additional support in reading, math, writing, or social skills in virtual and in-person settings. I believe teaching should be individualized and see it as my duty to best meet learners where they are and tweak my instruction based on their interests, learning styles, and current level of understanding....

...advice I teach them certain phrases they can say if they are ever in a complicated situation where they can't be understood; these phrases give them comfort and the confidence to use the language they are learning quickly. Besides teaching languages I also am very proactive about teaching others how the human body works and why we should be eating organic, non-GMO foods, and taking nutrients, etc. Understanding the science and functioning of the human...