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Saint Louis, MO
I also regularly work with homeschool students and their parents, designing and implementing individualized programs for their curriculum needs in ELA, writing, literature, college prep, and more.
I also regularly work with homeschool students and their parents, designing and implementing individualized programs for their curriculum needs in ELA, writing, literature, college prep, and more.
Chicago, IL
...writers. I have ten years' experience as an English Language Arts tutor, and handwriting tutoring forms an important part of ELA. ...
...writers. I have ten years' experience as an English Language Arts tutor, and handwriting tutoring forms an important part of ELA. ...
Chhavi has been nothing less than perfect. She is patient and helps my daughter with grammar while also building off of her ideas when helping her creating her college essay. Ms.Chhavi is great when communicating to me what my da... - Miriam, 2 lessons with Chhavi
Chicago, IL
Since August 2023, I have been working as a tutor for Varsity Tutors, and since May 2023, I have been with Amplify. In these roles, I tutor students aged 6-15 in subjects such as English Language Arts (ELA), Orton-Gillingham reading,...
Since August 2023, I have been working as a tutor for Varsity Tutors, and since May 2023, I have been with Amplify. In these roles, I tutor students aged 6-15 in subjects such as English Language Arts (ELA), Orton-Gillingham reading,...
Westmont, IL
I have years of experience teaching common core ELA & math in general education and special education. I have taught in various settings from self-contained special-education to co-taught general education.
I have years of experience teaching common core ELA & math in general education and special education. I have taught in various settings from self-contained special-education to co-taught general education.
I was a little overwhelmed and not entirely sure what to do when my daughter's first-grade report card identified that she was approaching (not meeting) expectations in Phonological Awareness, Phonics and Word Recognition, Reading... - Mitchell, 974 lessons with Christina
Edwardsville, IL
I am an Illinois and Missouri state-certified language arts teacher and have taught all aspects of English/language arts, including novel study and literature, for 19 years. I am well-voiced in Shakespeare, most of the classics, and a good deal of...
I am an Illinois and Missouri state-certified language arts teacher and have taught all aspects of English/language arts, including novel study and literature, for 19 years. I am well-voiced in Shakespeare, most of the classics, and a good deal of...
Jeannie has taught me how to relax, be patient, and interact with the audience. I'm very ecstatic about my growth over the last three weeks, all thanks to Jeannie! - Wayne, 6 lessons with Jeannie
Lake Geneva, WI
I recently took the ELA parts of the ACT and received a score of 30. I also recently took the SAT and had 32 correct answers out of 33 on both modules. I have a lesson plan ready for teaching both tests: roughly, I would use a student’s...
I recently took the ELA parts of the ACT and received a score of 30. I also recently took the SAT and had 32 correct answers out of 33 on both modules. I have a lesson plan ready for teaching both tests: roughly, I would use a student’s...
Roscoe, IL
I have taught writing for 12 years in the middle school setting. We start from the foundations and build into full essays. Confidence in writing comes with practice and having a formula to follow.
I have taught writing for 12 years in the middle school setting. We start from the foundations and build into full essays. Confidence in writing comes with practice and having a formula to follow.
Rebecca is a fantastic tutor! She's very polite and both of my children love her! The kids respond so well to her because of her upbeat attitude! She's a very patient and genuine teacher! I'd recommend her to anyone! - Megan, 2 lessons with Rebecca
Orland Park, IL
Hello! I’m a certified Middle School English Language Arts teacher with 28 years of classroom experience and a passion for helping students unlock their full academic potential—especially those who may feel like school "just isn't their...
Hello! I’m a certified Middle School English Language Arts teacher with 28 years of classroom experience and a passion for helping students unlock their full academic potential—especially those who may feel like school "just isn't their...
Saint Louis, MO
Hi, I'm Patty. I have tutored students aged 7 to 70 for over 3000 hours online since 2020. I have been educating students of all ages for more than 25 years in various capacities. I have a degree in Montessori teaching and a passion for helping...
Hi, I'm Patty. I have tutored students aged 7 to 70 for over 3000 hours online since 2020. I have been educating students of all ages for more than 25 years in various capacities. I have a degree in Montessori teaching and a passion for helping...
Excited to meet or exceed my goals with Patty's guidance. Learning is a scary thing depending on your background. The things you believe about yourself can derail your future success. Having a skilled teacher and dedicated mentor... - Christy, 12 lessons with Patricia
Des Plaines, IL
...and math/science contests like Kangaroo Math, Math Counts, and Science Olympiad. In addition, I have helped students on ELA curriculum including reading, writing, grammar, and spelling. I understand the importance of teaching content, but more...
...and math/science contests like Kangaroo Math, Math Counts, and Science Olympiad. In addition, I have helped students on ELA curriculum including reading, writing, grammar, and spelling. I understand the importance of teaching content, but more...
We are a North Shore Chicago family who engaged Gabriel to work with our child who was in the last semester of an honors algebra I class and earning a low D. To make a long story short, my child finished the class with a B+ and wa... - Jim, 14 lessons with Gabriel
Aurora, IL
For the past five years, I have been conducting online English classes, and my classrooms include children and adults of all ages. Moreover, I also teach ELA to primary and secondary students. Throughout my career, I have taught English to...
For the past five years, I have been conducting online English classes, and my classrooms include children and adults of all ages. Moreover, I also teach ELA to primary and secondary students. Throughout my career, I have taught English to...
Chicago, IL
I have taught English for grades 9 and 10 and have tutored both struggling students and students preparing for the AP English exam. I have designed high school English assessments and worked on projects preparing for the ELA Common Core...
I have taught English for grades 9 and 10 and have tutored both struggling students and students preparing for the AP English exam. I have designed high school English assessments and worked on projects preparing for the ELA Common Core...
Chicago, IL
Most of my tutoring experience is with highschool students who are falling behind in their classes and need a little extra help. I've taught science, math, and some ELA. I've also helped a small number of students prepare for the...
Most of my tutoring experience is with highschool students who are falling behind in their classes and need a little extra help. I've taught science, math, and some ELA. I've also helped a small number of students prepare for the...
Chicago, IL
In addition to ELA, I’m also confident supporting math instruction and can create engaging, skill-building lessons that reinforce foundational concepts. I use a variety of visual, hands-on, and interactive approaches to keep students...
In addition to ELA, I’m also confident supporting math instruction and can create engaging, skill-building lessons that reinforce foundational concepts. I use a variety of visual, hands-on, and interactive approaches to keep students...
From revising and editing to tackling challenging reading passages, I help students build the skills they need to excel in the SHSAT ELA section. With 5+ years of experience and a focus on strategy, we tackle everything—one smart session...
From revising and editing to tackling challenging reading passages, I help students build the skills they need to excel in the SHSAT ELA section. With 5+ years of experience and a focus on strategy, we tackle everything—one smart session...
Over the past 8 weeks * （2sessions/week） my daughter’s SSAT （upper）scores have jumped dramatically: +230 on V, +100 on R. Tutor Joanie is outstanding. Three things stand out: 1. Deep expertise and instant customization—she sized ... - Ning, 13 lessons with Joanie
I have an elementary teaching license which includes reading and ELA. I taught reading to seventh grade students for 6 years. My students read, improved their grade level reading, comprehension, and recall every year. Each student's...
I have an elementary teaching license which includes reading and ELA. I taught reading to seventh grade students for 6 years. My students read, improved their grade level reading, comprehension, and recall every year. Each student's...
I have also taught AP Language and Composition and Language and Literature, so the Regents Exam falls well within my skill set for ELA.
I have also taught AP Language and Composition and Language and Literature, so the Regents Exam falls well within my skill set for ELA.
My daughter loved working with Patrick. She learned so much from him in such a short time. He is very knowledgeable and patient. He goes straight to the point and doesn't waste any time. - Karla, 12 lessons with Patrick
I earned a bachelor's degree cum laude at Smith College and a master's degree at New York University that enabled me to build a career as a writer / producer in television and education media. Mentoring emerging writers—helping them to express...
I earned a bachelor's degree cum laude at Smith College and a master's degree at New York University that enabled me to build a career as a writer / producer in television and education media. Mentoring emerging writers—helping them to express...
Carol is an exceptional tutor who not only markedly improved my daughter’s ISEE verbal scores in short three weeks, but also provided full-process guidance— test dates suggestions, targeted homework, and precise and constructive f... - Vitaly, 5 lessons with Carol
I have helped many students drastically improve their scores on the SSAT. I tend to work best with students who are having difficulty navigating the reading, verbal, and essay sections. This includes the challenging analogy questions, frequently...
I have helped many students drastically improve their scores on the SSAT. I tend to work best with students who are having difficulty navigating the reading, verbal, and essay sections. This includes the challenging analogy questions, frequently...
Wendy is an absolute gift to work with. She tutored me on the verbal section of the SSAT and my percentile went from 70% to 98%. I've had other tutors and no one else could bring my score up by that much. Wendy was also able to he... - Lin, 13 lessons with Wendy
I specialize in exam preparation, essay writing, research papers, literature analysis and vocabulary enrichment. I help English and ELA students in grades 6-12, as well as Honors and AP English students.
I specialize in exam preparation, essay writing, research papers, literature analysis and vocabulary enrichment. I help English and ELA students in grades 6-12, as well as Honors and AP English students.
Masters in Teaching & Learning with Technology with 9 years of Teaching Experience. Currently teachers ELA grade 5-8 at Catholic Cleveland middle school. Previously taught middle school science (grades 5-8) at Lutheran middle school for...
Masters in Teaching & Learning with Technology with 9 years of Teaching Experience. Currently teachers ELA grade 5-8 at Catholic Cleveland middle school. Previously taught middle school science (grades 5-8) at Lutheran middle school for...
Gerard is an exceptionally good teacher. He is very kind and patience with the kids. My kid who never liked to sit and study for more than 15 mins, he enjoys attending classes now. Gerard is very organized and has excellent plans ... - Tanusree, 25 lessons with Gerard
I taught essays for 20 years as part of my classroom experience as an ELA teacher.
I taught essays for 20 years as part of my classroom experience as an ELA teacher.
...qualifications! I have several years of professional and volunteer experience tutoring AP Literature, AP Language, SAT ELA, textual analysis, and creative writing, and have provided extensive proofreading services. I aim to help students understand...
...qualifications! I have several years of professional and volunteer experience tutoring AP Literature, AP Language, SAT ELA, textual analysis, and creative writing, and have provided extensive proofreading services. I aim to help students understand...
Dana came prepared and provided the exact tutoring needed. She has experience and the technique to make the session worthwhile. Will definitely use Dana as our regular tutor. - Ian, 4 lessons with Dana
I worked as a Speech-Language Teacher, providing language goals that I implemented by using the Common Core Standards. I have tutored Reading, Spelling, and Phonics, using these Common Core Standards to help students improve in their Reading,...
I worked as a Speech-Language Teacher, providing language goals that I implemented by using the Common Core Standards. I have tutored Reading, Spelling, and Phonics, using these Common Core Standards to help students improve in their Reading,...
During our recent session, Tammy and I went through the sounds that I had trouble pronouncing. She was extremely helpful in guiding me through the correct pronunciation of each sound, and I found her to be very knowledgeable and p... - Yenny, 38 lessons with Tammy
I’m a certified tutor with over 10 years of experience helping students in grades 3–8 master Common Core math and English Language Arts. I specialize in preparing students for state-aligned assessments like the SBAC, PARCC, and other Common...
I’m a certified tutor with over 10 years of experience helping students in grades 3–8 master Common Core math and English Language Arts. I specialize in preparing students for state-aligned assessments like the SBAC, PARCC, and other Common...
Hanees took my son's math scores from 21 and 25 to an impressive 91 and 100! He is incredibly knowledgeable in the subject matter and, more importantly in my opinion, knows how to connect with his students to help them truly under... - Orly, 26 lessons with Hanees
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