Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Ann Arbor, MI

...a degree in Film Production. I am a filmmaker with an interest in teaching and interacting with youth. I am very friendly but expect high effort and a positive attitude. In my eyes, every student has the ability to accomplish whatever goals they set their minds to as long as they work hard and push through obstacles. I specialize in tutoring English and reading skills, particularly in preparation for the ACT, SAT, and other standardized...

...a dual degree in Computer Science and Business. I've been tutoring for 7+ years now, and I love making an impact in my students' lives! Previously, I've taught Math (up until pre-calculus), Science, Reading, Grammar, Writing, Computer Science (Java, C++, Python, Scratch, etc), and many more. I truly believe that working individually with students will not only help my students learn but also help me in growing as I learn from those around me.

...Such approach should assist in developing individual scholarly voices, ultimately refined through class discussions, assignments, and personal experience. Professionally, I am a Counselor dedicated to hospice care, bereavement counseling, and leading psycho-educational groups. One of my assignments is to conduct group counseling and instruct a financial accountability curriculum to first-time bad check offenders. This program allows me to work with men and women in three Midwest states: Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois. In 8 years, and...

...freshmen, a workshop teacher at 826 Chicago and a literacy tutor with at-risk kids in a low-income elementary school in Ohio, I have turned students who professed to hate Reading and Writing into confident and creative writers. I have also helped students excel in History, Mathematics and particularly enjoy helping students exceed their own scoring expectations on the SAT. As a graduate of the Oberlin College Creative Writing Program, I believe that every writing assignment,...

...Arts, Social Studies, and as a Reading Specialist. I have tutored many students in many subject areas from grades Kindergarten to Grade 12. My specialty is Reading but I enjoy tutoring all subjects. I have taught many grades including Preschool, and I am currently in my second year as a Reading Specialist where I teach students in Grades Kindergarten to Grade 8 in all areas of Reading and Writing. In my spare time, I enjoy...

...have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects from French to Essay Writing and Algebra to Chemistry! I want my students and tutees to see the value in themselves and know that they can accomplish anything with determination and hard work! Realizing you can do it is half the battle and working hard to bring that dream to...

...in: to fill those gaps. For true mastery of a subject or field, I believe that having a teacher to take the time and effort with a student towards detailed learning can only, in time, prove beneficial in the grander understanding of a given topic. Every student (everyone, truly, for are we not all students?), in varying degrees of severity, learns differently, takes in the world around them differently, and manifests that information differently. No...

...I have experience aiding students in improving papers of many different subjects, including literature, the social sciences, film, art, composition, and science, among others. The University of Michigan-Dearborn and Oakland Community College have honored me with several awards for my writing over the past few years. I believe that for a student to achieve improvement in a tutoring session, the goal must be a collaborative effort of the student and tutor. I try my best...

...the Detroit area. Subbing has been a fantastic learning opportunity for me and has taught me much about becoming a better teacher. While I am comfortable tutoring in many different subjects, my primary passion has always been for History, English, and Literature. I find the most effective tutoring style is to break down the problem into its simplest parts and then build it back up in a more easily understandable way. I have always loved...

...I have a lot of experience with helping students raise their reading and writing skills grade levels in a short amount of time. I have a Master's degree in literacy and reading instruction. Also, I love to make learning fun! I've been trained in the best practice learning strategies and believe in effective planning to see great results! I love reading and have great experience in engaging students in higher level reading and building a...

I have a passion for assisting others along their path/s to success. Having taught and counseled learners at all walks of life...I have discovered additional aspects of learning avenues that have propelled my interests. I look forward in assisting with the path to success for all learners.

...I am a graduate from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota where I majored in Graphic Design, minored in English, and held an emphasis in public relations. After graduation, I spent three years writing and editing press releases and newsletters for the U.S. Army as a civilian public affairs specialist. Last year, I tutored 7th-10th graders in grammar and composition, geometry, Latin grammar, and medieval history for a hybrid-homeschool academy. In addition to being a Varsity...

I am a graduate of Marygrove College where I earned a Masters in Education with emphasis on Elementary and Middle School Teaching. My endorsements are in English Language Arts and Social Sciences. I am an author who loves Creative Writing. As a tutor my expertise is in motivating and encouraging students to give their best effort to master the concepts being taught. I have a knack for guiding my clients into good success!

...been in media arts for two decades. I have tutored private clients as well as through Sylvan Learning Center. I have also taught in the children's ministry at my church and was an English Language tutor for an ESL student while at MSU. I am a mother of four and love to work with kids, helping them reach their fullest potential. I also enjoy working with adult learners and feel confident sharing my knowledge of...

...University of Michigan- Dearborn with an engineering degree. The subjects I tutor in are Elementary school math and science along with Algebra. In the past I have received positive feedback from people whom I tutored, with promising results. I want to help students understand the concepts better by teaching them some tips and skills that I developed in my studies. Give them a fresh look at some topics they might be struggling with.

...my students achieve the success they seek, it is a profound moment, as these individuals commonly overcome academic and personal barriers. As an educator, I am committed to serving my students, community, and institutions. I am constantly seeking ways to improve and expand my present skill set so that I can maximize my potential, and the potential of my students in-and-out of the classroom. I have a rich interdisciplinary approach to teaching, and experience using...

...love to meet new people and make friends. My short-term goal is trying to pursue an associate degree. And my long-term goal is I want to earn my bachelors in next 3 years. I've always believed that learning flourishes in an environment of encouragement, curiosity, and genuine connection. With over [3 years] of tutoring experience, I've had the privilege of working with students of all ages and backgrounds each with their own unique strengths and...

My education background from the University of Michigan is in psychology and elementary education, with a teaching certificate for K-8th grade. I have had experience teaching and tutoring at all grade levels, and I am able to tutor most core academic subjects. However, I have a special love for language - particularly literacy skills and writing. I am currently back in graduate school studying speech-language pathology.

...took a six-month ACT prep class, so I'm familiar with many tips and tricks for the ACT. While I tutor in many different subjects, my favorites are math, science, and English. I want students to love what they are learning. School is supposed to be fun and challenging. I want kids to see that while some subjects might be trickier than others, anything is possible if you just put your mind to it.

...tell you firsthand how good writing and historical know-how are important in the ever-expanding creative economy of the 21st century. And of course math! You can never have too much math! I take pride in defying stereotypes and proving that creative people can also be good at math! I have a great sense of humor, experience working with k-12 and college students, and can't wait to help people learn and reach their full potential!