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6th-12th Grade Tutor Specializing in Humanities and Foreign Language
Cathryn S.

4.9 (19 ratings)

39 hours tutoring

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Hi, I'm Cathryn! I am graduating from the University of Utah in December with a major in English Literature and a minor in Japanese Language. I maintain a 4.0 GPA and serve as Editor-in-Chief of my university's nationwide literary journal. Recently, I completed an exchange program at Waseda, Japan's top private college. I have a passion for language that I’m eager to share with others. In high school, I admired how my favorite English teacher inspired even the most reluctant students through...

Hi, I'm Cathryn! I am graduating from the University of Utah in December with a major in English Literature and a minor in Japanese Language. I maintain a 4.0 GPA and serve as Editor-in-Chief of my university's nationwide literary journal. Recently, I completed an exchange program at Waseda, Japan's top private college. I have a passion for language that I’m eager to share with others. In high school, I admired how my favorite English teacher inspired even the most reluctant students through his genuine love for the subject. Likewise, as a tutor, I aim not only to help my students improve, but also to help them appreciate what they learn. 

I have 4+ years of tutoring experience with students in grades 6 through 12. I specialize in English, including reading, writing, vocab, and college essays. I also teach two foreign languages: Spanish and Japanese. I can teach Spanish through AP level, and Japanese through N5 and N4. I am also familiar with the AP English Lang/Comp, AP English Lit/Comp, and AP US History exams. I can additionally assist with the ACT/SAT reading and language sections, on which I received near-perfect scores. My ACT/SAT students typically improve their scores by 15-20% after we work together.

I know everyone has a different optimal learning style. As such, I tailor my lesson plans to each student, adding visual and hands-on components for those who find them useful. For example, I have Spanish students watch short news clips and answer comprehension questions to improve their listening skills and accent. I also teach my students memorization, note-taking, and study techniques so they can continue learning outside our sessions. I will respond to any requests within a few hours, so please don’t hesitate to reach out. I look forward to working with you!

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Education

University of Utah (graduating Dec 26)
English

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  • Background check passed on 7/13/2023

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ACT English

ACT English

In high school, I scored a perfect 36 on ACT English and 5s on AP Literature and Language. Additionally, I received two awards from my university for excellence in English. I have 3+ years of ACT tutoring experience with all 5-star reviews from clients. I teach students how to "hack" the ACT by spotting question patterns, understanding test mechanics, and creating preemptive attack strategies.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

In high school, I scored a perfect 36 on ACT English and 5s on AP Literature and Language. Additionally, I received two awards from my university for excellence in English. I have 3+ years of ACT tutoring experience with all 5-star reviews from clients. I teach students how to "hack" the ACT by spotting question patterns, understanding test mechanics, and creating preemptive attack strategies.
English

English

I received two prestigious awards from my university for excellence in English. I have also been invited to present my research at the International Conference for the Humanities, and I serve as Editor-in-Chief of Seven Canyons Review, a nationwide literary magazine. I have 4+ years of English tutoring experience; I teach my students concrete skills for academic writing, technical reading, and confident interpretation.
Japanese

Japanese

I will graduate from the University of Utah with honors in December with a minor in Japanese Language. I also recently completed a year abroad at Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan's top private college. I specialize in teaching Japanese to beginners; no experience is necessary! I teach reading and writing (hiragana, katakana, kanji), as well as speaking and listening skills, including accent and pronunciation.
Literature

Literature

I received two prestigious awards from my university for excellence in English. I have also been invited to present my literary research at the International Conference for the Humanities, and I serve as Editor-in-Chief of Seven Canyons Review, a nationwide literary magazine. I have 4+ years of English and literature tutoring experience; I teach my students concrete skills for academic writing, technical reading, and confident interpretation.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I honed my public speaking skills through four years of national circuit Public Forum Debate, earning two state titles and a Degree of Special Distinction from the National Speech and Debate Association. As team captain, I trained younger teammates in public speaking, helping them build confidence and skill. I also competed nationally in Parliamentary in college, ranking 8th in the nation in 2024. I teach my students how to communicate clearly, persuade an audience, and organize their thoughts quickly and effectively.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

In high school, I obtained a near-perfect score on SAT Reading/Writing and 5s on AP Literature and Language. Additionally, I received two awards from my university for excellence in English. I have 3+ years of SAT tutoring experience with all 5-star reviews from clients. I teach students how to "hack" the SAT by spotting question patterns, understanding test mechanics, and creating preemptive attack strategies.
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

In high school, I obtained a near-perfect score on the SAT Reading/Writing and 5s on AP Literature and Language. Additionally, I received two awards from my university for excellence in English. I have 3+ years of SAT tutoring experience with all 5-star reviews from clients. I teach students how to "hack" the SAT by spotting question patterns, understanding test mechanics, and creating preemptive attack strategies.
Spanish

Spanish

I have 10+ years of Spanish speaking, reading, and writing experience. I have a native-level accent, and I work with my students to improve their accent and verbal fluency. I also earned a 5 on AP Spanish and am available to help with the exam. I help my students achieve not only academic success in Spanish, but also day-to-day proficiency that is effective outside the classroom.
Writing

Writing

I received two prestigious awards from my university for excellence in English writing. I have also been invited to present my essays at the International Conference for the Humanities, and I serve as Editor-in-Chief of Seven Canyons Review, a nationwide literary magazine. I have 4+ years of English tutoring experience, and I teach my students concrete grammatical and analytical skills in both academic and creative writing.
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