Top Tutors serving Pittsburgh

Shannon: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
Hi! I am a dedicated and passionate teacher who is dedicated to help kids grow and learn with ease. I have been teaching for over 10 years in the elementary setting. The past four years I have taught online so I have a diverse and innovative teaching style.
Education & Certification
California University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Grand Canyon University - Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education

Bob: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...the 15+ years I've spent in the classroom I'm constantly working to achieve that special balance, each year with its new set of challenges. My parenting, coaching and tutoring experience has given me an opportunity to work with elementary school students in my community. Though I was originally trained as a middle to high school teacher, I've fallen in love with coaching & teaching at the elementary level. Seeing my own children grow from kindergarten...
Education & Certification
Robert Morris University - Unknown, Accounting
Robert Morris University - Master of Science, Education

Victoria: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...University of Connecticut. I received a Bachelor's of Science in Secondary Education-Spanish, a Bachelor's of Arts in Spanish Language and a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. After graduating, I taught K-5 Spanish at an elementary school and Spanish 1, 2, and 3 at a high school. I then spent six years teaching 5th-, 6th-, and 7th-grade Spanish at a middle school. I am passionate about helping students discover and learn the Spanish language. I...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Science, Spanish Teacher Education
University of Connecticut - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Daniel: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...basic science classes; many others, I simply took out of interest. I am comfortable with tutoring in a broad range of subjects, though I hold some preference to teaching mathematics-related courses. What I do in my free-time is rarely consistent. These days, I've been trying my hand at writing a video game in Java. This is still in a very early developmental phase, but I hope to end up with an 8-bit rpg-platformer for Android....
Education & Certification
University of Pittsburgh - Bachelors, Neuroscience, Philosophy

Adam: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I have a passion for instructing in mathematics, psychology, writing, and other subjects, as well as helping people reach their full potential in academia. I believe in positive reinforcement and helping people develop a good relationship with the material. I am a senior in mathematics in the honors program at SNHU, and I love statistics, cryptography, and geometry!
Education & Certification
Southern New Hampshire University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Tim: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...but I am most passionate about English, Literature, Writing, Economics and Politics. Students I've worked with seem to enjoy writing the most when they discover their own voice, and quit trying to write in jargonese. I believe in education, and in reaching for great grades and test scores. I believe that the examined life is one well worth living. In my spare time I enjoy watching movies, reading books, and playing board games.
Education & Certification
The King��s College - Bachelor in Arts, Politics, Philosophy, and Econ

Shannon: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...children for over 5 years. I enjoyed my time working with those children and helping them with their studies. I currently teach English as a second language. I love working with young learners to help build their foundation. I believe that a strong foundation is so important in setting them up for success in the future. I love to have fun with my students but also be very encouraging and supportive. In my spare time,...
Education & Certification
California University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Sports and Fitness Administration

Nicholas: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...and that's okay! It's all about having a positive mindset and using that to continue learning. Aside from math, I am also passionate about technology and how it can be used to enhance the learning experience. Implementing technology can also demonstrate the practical application of math and create a more meaningful learning experience. In my free time I like to hike with my dog, explore new technology, play games with my friends and listen to...
Education & Certification
Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Teacher Education

Margaret: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...is U.S. history because I love to see how our nation has formed throughout the years! I look forward to helping students learn content, but also help them see where they can use their skills in this content area in their future. My goal in tutoring is not only to help students with the content, but help shape them to be dutiful citizens. In my free time, I like spending time with my family and...
Education & Certification
Duquesne University - Bachelor of Education, Social Studies Teacher Education

Samara: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
Hi everyone! I am a 31-year-old Christian woman that lives in Aliquippa Pa and I am passionate to help children succeed. I want children to see the fun side of education and know that they are seeds of the earth that will blossom into something beautiful.
Education & Certification
Franklin University - Master's/Graduate, Business psychology

Ronald: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...in those who truly desire to be better overall people. Our educations do not stop once we exit the classroom doors... When I am not working in an educational setting, I enjoy spending the majority of my time outdoors. Biking, running, and hiking are ways I can stay active and are great ways to decompress! One of the events I look forward to the most are the bike trips I am honored to take with...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Secondary Education- Social Studies/Psychology/Economics
ACT Reading: 32

Heidi: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
Spanish was my first language and I love it! It is such a beautiful language that I wish to share with all who want to learn. I believe that learning is all about repetition and I want the process to be fun and include real life scenarios that you will encounter in daily life. I look forward to working with you! Best, Heidi Castaneda
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at San Antonio - Bachelor in Arts, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Sean: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...setting, tutors and students can truly get to know each other. The most effective learning comes after we make learning enjoyable. That takes effort from both the teacher and the student. The teacher should come to the table with a good method and the creativity to break from the method from time to time. The student should come with an open mind, a little bit of patience, and curiosity about at least one thing -...
Education & Certification
Western Michigan University - Unknown, Viola Performance; Music Education
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Viola Performance

Mary: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...someone. Something I have learned over the course of my tutoring is that you have to seek out the great potential in every student, personalize your teaching, and of course, involve your students in an active participation, because their success also depends on all of the above. I am a nurse graduate from Drexel University. I reside in Lancaster, PA. My strong background and exposure to science and my enthusiasm for helping others will help...
Education & Certification
Drexel University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Maria: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...a student my whole life. Even now that I got my BS in biochemistry (May 2022), I am still pursuing a PhD degree in Infectious diseases and Microbiology. Thus, I know how it feels when one stumbles to a difficult subject/assignment/class. I love helping others overcome those difficulties just like I did and continue to do in my academic journey. I am very patient and have good communication skills. I know how to break down...
Education & Certification
Pasadena City College - Associate in Science, Molecular Biology

Laurie: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...I have been a special education teacher for 20 years. I have a master's + 45 degree and I am also nationally board certified as an exceptional needs specialist. I also hold a Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certificate and have earned recognition as a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner. My areas of certification on my WV teaching certificate include: Elementary Education, Multi-Categorical (LD, BD, MI), Autism, and Preschool Special Needs. I also hold a certification in...
Education & Certification
PennWest - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Texas A & M University-Commerce - Masters in Education, Special Education

Prahlad: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...is founded around my cumulative experiences as a student, instructor, mentor and researcher. Having been an active participant from both sides of the classroom, in university settings, I know that successful learning is synonymous with long term retention, which in-turn facilitates the ability to apply knowledge and think laterally when the opportune moment presents itself in the real-world. To truly learn is to discover knowledge through experience and lots of practice which invokes the confidence...
Education & Certification
National Institute of Technology India - Bachelors, B.Tech Mechanical Engineering
Carnegie Mellon University - PHD, Mechanical & Biomedical Engineering

Khondaker: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...Pittsburgh at Greensburg in December 2016 with a major in applied Mathematics. I'm from Pittsburgh and have been living here since I was 14. Tutoring has been there for me since I was a freshman in college, during my tenure as an Accounting major. I volunteered to be a tutor for my accounting class and that was when my journey started. I landed my first job as a Math tutor for my school at Learning...
Education & Certification
University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg - Bachelors, Mathematics

Maria: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...I graduated from Kent State University, from which I received a degree in English with a concentration in professional writing and a minor in media literacy, in the spring of 2021. While at Kent State, I tutored at the Writing commons for three years, mentoring fellow tutors my junior year and working as a manager my senior year. I then served with City Year, a branch of AmeriCorps that serves school districts across 29 cities,...
Education & Certification
Kent State University at Kent - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35

Paige: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...working with kids! I have obtained my teaching degree from Northern Kentucky University and I am certified to teach PreK-5th grade. I have tutored and taught all subjects and I have used a variety of teaching strategies. I mostly enjoy teaching reading and writing. Reading is extremely powerful for a child and is so enjoyable! I am dedicated to making a positive difference in your child's academic career. Outside of teaching I enjoy playing tennis,...
Education & Certification
Northern Kentucky University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
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