Award-Winning Summer Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

...with over fifteen years of teaching experience, across all disciplines and student populations. My professional experiences, and conscientious attitude have enabled me to foster students' academic potential in various unique lessons, and techniques. Learning is fostered by creating the appropriate atmosphere.I try to create such an atmosphere, by helping students think out loud, reflect on experiences, identify problems, and develop solutions.I keep current with materials, and educational strategies, all of which help to promote learning...

...tutors and students can truly get to know each other. The most effective learning comes after we make learning enjoyable. That takes effort from both the teacher and the student. The teacher should come to the table with a good method and the creativity to break from the method from time to time. The student should come with an open mind, a little bit of patience, and curiosity about at least one thing - even...

I am a very patient teacher who enjoys making learning fun and enjoyable for the student. I was originally a certified EMT but could not do it anymore due to a back injury. I am currently attending Ashford University for Education.... Finding out what they enjoy doing and incorporating it with their studies will make it more interesting and fun.... Teaching the student and then testing their knowledge with a worksheet or quiz.... Making the subject...

...with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. I received my Master of Science in Forestry with a focus on wildlife genetics from the University of Kentucky. Since graduating, I have worked primarily in the field of wildlife conservation and research. I am extremely passionate about science; my favorite subjects are Biology, Zoology, Ecology, and Environmental Science. Early in my academic career I was very fortunate to be taught Biology through the Socratic Method. This style...

...College. In 2012, I received my Bachelor of Arts with a major in Politics. Since graduation, I have worked in both public and private schools as an instructional assistant. My job responsibilities included tutoring students in the following subjects: Pre-Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, AP Calculus, English/Language Arts, Writing, Social Studies, U.S. Government, Biology, and Social Studies. Of the many subjects I have helped my students with, subjects involving math or politics...

...and a joy in helping students to discover that math, science, history and literature are interesting and worth pursuing. My extensive experience tutoring math, science and standardized testing have prepared me for the role of connecting with students and encouraging that more natural instinct for acquiring and assimilating knowledge. I believe confidence in one's abilities is a fundamental tool for instilling interest and achieving success. My love of math and science, especially Calculus and Chemistry,...

I am a thoughtful and observant fellow traveler in the world of knowledge. We're here together to come to a greater understanding, and I'm happy that I can help engender a true and lasting fluency in the material at hand.

...syndrome, mild vision and hearing impairments, and giftedness. I love teaching because of the influence, impact, and importance education has on a child's life. To me, serving in a role where I can partner with families and colleagues in order to make something "click" for a child, and to be able to rejoice in those small victories, is what teaching is all about. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, making crafts, and spending time with...

...students, who have taught me so much. My teaching style is built upon a foundation of trust and understanding. My students learn best when they feel confident and can trust that everything will turn out fine. I teach them by connecting their strengths and experiences to the new learning challenge before them. I help them to focus on what they already know as a platform for new learning. I make the uncertainties less threatening and...

...junior year at the University of Pittsburgh majoring in Health Information Management. I offer tutoring in subjects such as Biology, Mathematics, Algebra, English, and History. I have also been certified to tutor students in preparation for SSAT, HSPT, and ISEE examinations. As a high school student, I created a tutoring program for middle school students focusing on mathematics, science, English, and social studies. As a college students, I serve as the president of an organization...

My personal statement is that I should be teaching students tools to learn, not just facts. How we learn is just as important as WHAT we learn.... My teaching philosophy has always been to meet a students needs. Teaching according to HOW they learn.... I typically build a positive rapport with my students. Having a common ground is necessary for learning as well as teaching.... I help a student become an independent learner by providing scaffolding....

...the skills necessary for success and not just the correct answers. I have always loved learning; however, I have many other interests that supplement my professional life. I am a devoted wife to my husband of almost a year and devoted mother to our two Siberian huskies, Isa and Bogie. As a family, we love to spend our free time traveling, sight-seeing, hiking and visiting our extended families. We particularly enjoy visiting museums that focus...

...formula for plug and chug strategies. Of course in test taking, there is nothing wrong with plug and chug approaches except in cases where there are more than one formula that can apply and a deeper understanding is required. I have an extensive knowledge of scientific and mathematical history because one of my hobbies is reading about the history of philosophy and science from Aristotle's Science that later became the basis for the Ptolemaic Universe...

...I also work with clients to address the blocks that get in the way of a healthy, productive, and meaningful approach to learning. Specifically, I work with my clients to manage test-anxiety, and to approach their studies and academic challenges in a focused and grounded way. (2): Writing skills: Teaching an approach to writing that balances academic formality with creative self-expression and critical thinking. (3): Reading/Critical Thinking skills: I teach reading and critical reasoning skills...

I believe that my experience in both teaching and coaching make me a great tutor. My prior experience of 20 years of tutoring (either self-employed, school district or other in both the online and in person experience) have given me the opportunity to work with students of all ages and backgrounds.