Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Madison, WI

...young students. I love teaching because I love learning, and I want to help other people find that same love of learning that I had growing up, because that guides me through life. I especially enjoy teaching writing and math. I'm sure this is heavily influenced by the fact that I learned those skills from two of the greatest teachers I ever had -- my mom for math, and a woman named Amy for writing.

...are reading, writing, and social studies. I am a graduate of UW Stevens Point with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education with a minor in English as a Second Language. During my pre-service teaching years, I was heavily involved in tutoring opportunities and after-school homework assistance programs. I firmly believe that each student should have the opportunity to succeed with the support of their tutor, parents or guardians, and classroom teachers....

...I study Communication. I currently work both as a private tutor for high school/AP English, ACT prep, SAT prep, and as a graduate teaching assistant at my university. I have several years of tutoring and teaching experience working with clients from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of goals and challenges, and I have used that experience to develop the strongest pedagogy possible, in order to accommodate the needs of all my clients....

...and attained significant experience and skill with minority, special needs, and at-risk students. Similarly, I extended my experiences teaching secondary social sciences in Wisconsin. Again, the demographic was predominantly special needs and students at risk. Licenses and certifications are essential elements of any teacher's portfolio. Experience gives life to the titles; however, the skill to build functional and compassionate relationships makes a teacher. Above all else, a teacher must be genuine and connect with a...

I'm a lifelong educator, former professor and counselor who believes in the importance of fostering and cultivating individual strengths and interests in order to address areas of need.

...and writing, and standardized test prep, with a deep commitment to helping students thrive both in and out of the classroom. My approach blends academic rigor with genuine support, aiming to build not only strong literacy skills but also student confidence and independence. Whether I'm guiding students through literature analysis, refining their writing, or developing critical reading strategies, I strive to make learning meaningful, personalized, and empowering. I believe that with the right guidance, every...

Together we will learn in a relaxed and calm environment. I love to laugh and bring humor into the classroom. Be prepared to work hard and have fun. Learning is a great adventure. Let's explore together.

...desire to meet new people and share knowledge. This is why tutoring is such a fulfilling passion for meit allows me to combine my love of learning with my desire to help others succeed. I specialize in reading, writing, ESL (English as a Second Language), communication arts, history, and sociology. My passion for these subjects is matched only by my commitment to making each tutoring session productive, professional, and, most importantly, friendly. I believe that...

...have worked with students in Kindergarten through Sixth Grade. I teach all subject areas and am involved with our Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Science Curriculum which is engineering based on STEM practices. I am an avid reader and like reading instruction. My favorite books are the "Harry Potter" and "Percy Jackson" Series. Although, my favorite book is "My Side of the Mountain" written by Jean Craighead George. I also enjoy teaching anything with technology...

...worked as a lead teacher for a private Pre-K program for 6 months. I worked there until I was hired in the public school system. Currently, I teach kindergarten in for Oklahoma Public Schools. I have taught Kindergarten for 2 years. I work with students on phonics, letter name and sound recognition, recognizing high frequency words, and other emergent reading skills. I also work with them on early math and science skills. I absolutely love...

...almost every subject! I am passionate about helping students who have a poor relationship with learning and only find it boring. Education should be about discovery and empowerment; it should never feel discouraging. As a tutor, I give tutees as much power and choice as possible in order to help them become independent learners. My teaching style revolves around their learning style and needs. In my free time, I love to read and spend time...

...few gap years off before I start medical school. While I am not a full-time teacher, I have had experience tutoring student-athletes here at UW. I love all aspects of teaching, not only making sure that you understand the material but also developing a process of getting where you want to be, regardless of your goals. I try to make learning and school seem more interesting and not as monotonous as it usually seems!

...have a master's degree in education administration from Marian University. My main areas of interest in this tutoring position are in reading and general mathematics for elementary and middle grade students. My approach is to begin by assessing needs of the student. Sometimes this is done informally and other times it is more of a formal, written process. Once we understand needs, then we can make a plan for moving forward. Outside of education, I...

...I have experience with typical students along with those who have a variety of additional special needs. I believe that all students have the potential to achieve, and I tailor my instruction to allow each individual student to reach their highest potential. I have worked one-on-one with many students and enjoy that setting because it allows me to focus all my energy on making sure that one student learns the information needed. Through teaching, I...

...believe that students learn best when the teacher is a guide and thus my teaching philosophy relies on guiding the students in the right direction by asking them questions that explore the content. I have just completed a master's in teaching, elementary education. I am passionate about teaching and my favorite subjects to tutor are English and mathematics of any level. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading, knitting, movement, and spending time with friends.

...am a passionate, patient educator that is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. I tailor my teaching approach to ensure that every learner is getting their individual needs met to achieve academic success. My goal is to create a supportive, encouraging learning environment where students feel comfortable to ask questions, make mistakes, and grow from them. For whatever your needs might be, I'm ready to create a positive and rewarding environment for your...

...who has taught many children over my career with learning challenges. I use phonics heavily in my reading instruction as this is where I have typically found the most need. My masters degree also focused on the effectiveness of phonics instruction for elementary-aged students. I like to think that I convey my own enjoyment of language and thus elevate what might seem like a basic skill to a child. I take language and the power...

...have taught English abroad. I am also fluent in Spanish. This experience allows me to tutor a wide range of subjects from reading comprehension and English grammar to AP Spanish. Most recently, I worked in an elementary school doing homework support and am very familiar with K-5th curriculums. This allows me to identify and fill gaps that elementary students might have in any subject including math. I took the ACT in high school and have...

...study techniques, reading, writing, and history. My tutoring style is based on encouragement and asking lots of questions. My goal is to give my students the tools they need to significantly improve their work by effectively maximizing their personal gifts and knowledge. My first meeting with you will include a conversation about the most effective studying styles for you, because every student is different! I am an avid reader and always have a new favorite...

...and (if possible) fun. I haven't forgotten what it's like to be a student; I used to hate math, and in high school my grades were barely passable. The key to learning and succeeding is not only to have a desire to learn, but to have a teacher that can match your learning style. I like to take time to get to know who I'm working with so that I can build a bond and...