Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Memphis, TN

Hi! I'm Rachel. I have a pretty relaxed teaching style and adapt well to all kinds of students. I really aim for students to understand concepts rather than make great test scores. However, great test scores are a good side effect of understanding concepts better.

I am a third year student at the University of Memphis studying biomedical engineering, but in my free time I enjoy a variety of hobbies including running, kayaking, climbing, violin, guitar, and singing with my two younger sisters. This year I was the assistive devices intern at LeBonhuer Children's hospital customizing everyday items for kids with special needs. Previously, I have privately tutored different students in topics from paper editing to differential equations.... Make the material...

...in Spanish and Hispanic Studies while completing the pre-medicine science track and a minor in nutrition. I have extensive experience tutoring high school students as well as adult learners in math, science, and Spanish, having worked as a GED instructor at a local community center. Research areas include nutritional biochemistry and mechanical CPR. Spanish is a passion of mine, but I also love biochemistry, pharmacology, and anatomy/physiology. Working through question sets with explanations is, I...

...While the questions may be complicated, the role of literature, in the paraphrased words of James Baldwin, is to teach us that our feelings are not unique and have been felt by people throughout history. Because of this, the study of English is fundamentally personal. I want to know the students that I am teaching and to understand the way that they learn and think. I love English, and have since I was very young....

...of improvement. Using these pieces of information about each student, I create an individualized plan for their success that will support them not only in their academic growth but in their overall development as a thriving individual. Learning can be and is fun for even the most reluctant learners or readers as long as their lessons are differentiated and instruction is based on effective strategies following a plan of action that builds confidence and supports...

...knowledge I've learned and further my own artistic goals. Students learn best when taught how to teach themselves. When students learn how to research and solve their own problems the world really opens up to them. I enjoy Role-Playing Games, Art, Video Games, Movies, Painting, Podcasts, Books, Comics. I love playing with different mediums and seeing what kind of things I can create. I think the role of self-expression in the individual is amazingly important....

...I've always been into Politics & Government. My greatest assets are technical and upper level writing, Political Science, Government, English and even some public speaking for any students in Oral Comm classes. My papers in Comparative Politics have been acknowledged for their quality by top professors in their field. My specialization in undergraduate studies was Middle Eastern Political Systems and Democratization. I strive to put my students first and develop them as critical thinkers and...

...hopefully one day become employed as a high school English teacher. I tutor in high school and college level English literature, writing, and grammar. Since my concentration was in literature my favorite area to tutor would be in any literature related assignment. Whether it be for reading comprehension, critical reading, or for research purposes. I believe education is very important and should not be taken for granted. The choices you make in a 4-8 year...

...much you know till they know how much you care." I believe that we not only have the obligation to impart knowledge, but also show we care about the student's future. Every student has the potential to do great things. We as teachers have to find the way to bring that out. By differentiating our instruction based on the student's need, we can help each one be successful in education and in life.... My teaching philosophy...

I am a highly qualified urban school teacher with twenty years of experience in various educational settings. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree and Master of Science degree in English and Educational Leadership, respectively. My lessons are designed to meet the unique and individual needs of students; ensuring outstanding progress and excellent results. I would love to discuss how I can help achieve your goals!

Hi! My name is Olympia. I am a 7th grade Social Studies Teacher in Memphis, TN. Along with teaching and tutoring, I love hanging out with my husband and my dog, Grady. Hope to work with you soon!

...Youth Villages Boys Center for Intensive Research in 2015. In this position, I gained hands-on experience with emotionally and behaviorally challenged boys, ages 11-16 referred to us for different reasons. Boys Center for Intensive Residential Treatment, where I worked dealt with issues like severe aggression, inappropriate sexual behaviors, transgender identities and suicidal tendencies. In my daily interaction with at-risk adolescents, my main duties as a counselor were to use creativity to teach necessary life skills...

...a classroom teacher and a tutor, I have gained invaluable experience about how to help students, all the while learning so much about life from my students themselves. Besides tutoring, I make my living writing content professionally for several ed tech companies. Outside of work, I love to hike and play with my dog. I am a huge traveler and am very thankful to have a career that allows me to be flexible in my...

...learning and all the wonders that accompany it. Through my years of experience, I have developed strategies to help students improve in areas of concern in order to attain their academic goals. My wish is for all of my students to love learning, too. Whether a student wants to prepare for the ACT, improve reading comprehension, or develop successful test taking strategies, I can help him or her develop the tools necessary for success.... I am...

...main interests are letting the student set the agenda and casting aside any preconceived expectations we might have before the session starts. With a focus in writing and reading, I have been tutoring for The University of Mississippi for the last three years as a writing consultant in a multi-modal writing facility. I am very excited to be a member of Varsity Tutors and am more than eager to assist students with their unique and...

...that they previously thought they would never understand. I attempt to tutor students in whatever way they learn best, even if I have to help them figure out what those methods are too. Through tutoring, I hope to further develop my social and academic skills, further preparing me for a career in the medical field AND hopefully inspiring others to reach for the stars in their academic matters. Hope to meet you soon!

...complete a graduate certificate in Autism Studies as well. I believe everyone deserves access to a meaningful education and I know that not everyone thrives with the same teaching methods or paces. This is why it is so important for educators to understand their students and work with them accordingly. I enjoy reading as a pastime and one of the reasons I advocate for reading all throughout life is that it cultivates empathy, a character...

...being spanish, algebra, geometry, english, and reading). I think it's important to have fun while you're learning and to genuinely understand the material, not just doing homework to get it done. It is also very important to take breaks while doing homework and to make sure to take your time. Also during standardized tests, it's a hard test and sometimes pressure gets to students. It's okay to make mistakes but practicing through it is the...

...a part of Varsity Tutors, a platform that values education and facilitates meaningful connections between tutors and students. I am excited to embark on this journey with you and assist you in achieving your academic goals. Together, we can unlock your true potential and pave the way for a successful future. Thank you for considering me as your tutor, and I look forward to embarking on this educational adventure with you. Warm regards, Seth Key

...individual goals and monitor progress to increase proficiency in language arts and math. I tutor a broad range of subjects, and specifically enjoy teaching reading, writing, history, and geography; however, I am most passionate about math, and helping students understand strategies and how they work. In my experience, it is when students recognize the underlying concepts that they enjoy math and make the greatest gains. I believe learning is an essential part of life, and...