Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Maple Grove, MN

...time learning with kids and young adults. I have taught in classrooms, facilitated youth retreats, and managed after school programs. I have a deep passion for teaching writing and communication, which has been enhanced through travel. I've traveled through Southeast Asia and South America, all the while writing about my experiences and teaching. I believe that students learn best when they are enjoying the process and feel capable of breaching the social and academic challenges...

...SAT, AP Exams, etc.), and is currently in the process of completing the CPA exams, I feel that I am a great resource for students preparing for similar tests. Having taken numerous standardized exams so recently, I am very familiar with the subject matters tested, as well as with strong study habits, time management, and test taking strategies. I have a passion for coaching and teaching young people, and have always enjoyed helping friends and...

...8th grade math students with Algebra and Pre-Algebra. This experience is actually what led me to become interested in working as a tutor for Varsity Tutors. The subjects I am most interested in tutoring are math, Spanish, and ACT prep. Education has always been important to me, and I love sharing it with others. I love seeing that others are passionate about a particular topic, even if it isn’t something I’m necessarily interested in. I...

...about tutoring are general chemistry, organic chemistry, and math courses. I am quickly able to assess the strengths, weaknesses, and learning style of students in order to cater to their specific needs. Some students have a difficult time understanding topics from the perspective their instructor gives, but I am confident I can help those students learn the topics from a perspective they can understand. I am a very active person in my spare time. Some...

...During my senior year of high school I joined the Air Force, where I would be assigned as an instructor in Washington, DC. After the service, I resumed tutoring through volunteer work with ESL, GED and citizenship exam preparation. Although I am experienced in a plethora of subjects, I most enjoy helping others grow in their writing and communication skills with essay and speech assistance. I understand how it can feel to need help and...

...collegiate swimmer, I understand both educational/learning theory, how to personalize lessons to the learner, test taking strategies and time management skills. I have extensive tutoring experience both as an individual tutor and group tutor in math/science and, of course, medicine. I have proven strategies that work for med school work as well as USMLE Step 1 and 2CK that I want to share! In my spare time, I enjoy staying fit through swimming, baking and...

...self-doubt, a lack of confidence in our ability, and ultimately abandonment of those educational pursuits. I believe that this is where a tutor can fill a fundamental role. A tutor can help his/her students greatly by providing structure and guidance, along with consistent reinforcement, to guard against the onset of self-doubt. Additionally a skilled tutor will excel in the following: *Determine the best way to structure content so that it will appeal to a visual,...

...empowerment, women's health, and entrepreneurship. Tutoring a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish, History, and Writing. I find tutoring to play an important role in helping students reach their educational goals from a different perspective, outside of the traditional classroom. As a elementary and high school student, I appreciated having tutors outside of the classroom who invested their time in me to show me how knowledge from inside of the classroom translates...

...their understanding and build confidence in technical subjects. I'm passionate about tutoring because I love helping students turn frustration into clarity and see the moment when things start to click. Physics is my favorite subject to tutor because I'm fascinated by how and why things moveit's the core of so much of the world around us. My teaching philosophy is centered around patience, adaptability, and creating a supportive space where students feel comfortable asking questions...

...in Economics from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. I currently tutor student-athletes at the University of Minnesota in Economics and Statistics. However, I am passionate about helping younger students in Middle School and High School excel in Math. It is wonderful to see those "Ah..hah" moments when students get it. So I am very interested in assignments involving Algebra, high school Stats, etc. People tell me that I am patient, caring, and explain concepts well....

...younger siblings taking them, it was natural to spend time answering their questions and working through problems with them. Having graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, I was oftentimes called upon by my peers to help explain a difficult concept, or work through a difficult exercise. In addition to my extensive education in mathematics, I also worked at a Writing tutor at Roger Williams University in the Center for Academic Development.

...and I am currently a College Senior at Washington University in Saint Louis. I am Majoring in Architecture and Chinese. I love teaching and mentoring students. I have worked as a tutor for the past 4 years working with students from the age of 12-20. I have also worked with many students who have learning disabilities including dyslexia, ADHD, and Mental Tourettes. I am very adaptive and can mold my teaching style to best suit...

...in journalism, I spent over five years working with middle and high school students as a tutor and one year as a classroom teacher in rural Slovakia. I have experience getting creative while teaching to specific standards, and I enjoy helping people set goals -- putting in place organizational systems that focus in on how to get from Point A to Point B. After years of working under intense deadline pressure, these systems have been...

...My kind and patient nature allow me to offer objective feedback without diminishing the confidence of the student. I also love helping young writers find their voice! I'm a firm believer that you don't have to give up your creative spark to get a certain grade; there is always a way to achieve both. Whether it's getting an A on an assignment or writing or a top-tier college admissions essay, I look forward to helping...

...Political Science major at the University of Minnesota. In addition to being a tutor at Grade Potential, I work as a debate coach at Como Park High School in St. Paul. I have previously worked as volunteer tutor at East Side Neighborhood Services and as a Resident Assistant at the University of Michigan Summer Debate Institute. This summer I will also be working with high school students at the Minnesota Debate and Advocacy Workshop.

...courses, and I would love to work with you! I have been speaking russian and spanish since I was 5, and I was in a secondary math and reading program from a young age as well, which allowed me to succeed academically. My teaching style emphasizes compassion and patience, because I have been a student in a tutoring center myself, and I know how stressful it can get at times! I also believe that learning...

I wish to help students reach their full potential. Throughout a child's natural development, they may run into academic challenges. I want to be an effective role model that encourages curiosity and dedication towards education. Whatever it may look like such as becoming a life long learner like myself, or any short term goals such as passing a class or a standardized test. I look forward to meeting you!

...younger employees. I got a great deal of satisfaction from this and as a result, I applied for a got an evening job as an Adjunct Math Instructor at a local Community College. I have taught all levels of Algebra; a math concepts class; and several occupational math classes. I believe everyone can be successful in learning math. Typically, the challenge is finding the way to describe concepts that fit an individual's learning aptitude.

I am a graduate of Minnetonka High School and an incoming freshman at the University of Minnesota. I have done 2 years of classes at the University of Minnesota through the PSEO dual credit program. I tutor physics and math, at the high school and introductory college level. In my spare time, I like to yoyo, play chess, watch movies, and read.

...maintaining positive connections with my students. I love working with students and getting to know their likes, dislikes, interests, and background. That helps us get to know each other and feel more comfortable communicating. I believe comfort is one of the main factors that has the ability to improve a student's performance and ability to address their questions. Tutors take the responsibility of helping students strengthen their understanding of what they have learned. I help...