Award-Winning Tutors serving DeForest, WI

...aspire to seek newer perspectives and ideologies that challenge my own beliefs, and there is no better setting for this than the classroom. Over the summer, I experienced this fully while teaching a self-designed history course as the views the students brought up were often different than mine and perspectives that I had never considered before clouded my mind. Pausing to rethink my own perspectives made me realize how much deeper I could go into...

...degree student at Illinois State University, where 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...

...currently working on my doctorate in Environment and Resources at Wisconsin-Madison, studying tiger ecology and conservation with sub-field foci on predator ecology, and modeling population dynamics. My tutoring strategy is to tackle topics of highest combined difficulty and priority first, and to do so in a manner that accommodates both myself and my student. I've found in past teaching experiences that the most rewarding and meaningful results come from direct engagement with students, and so...

...my passion in the theater. I'm now living in New York City pursuing a career in casting and producing theater. Although I have found my passion in the arts, I find great fulfillment tutoring math and science, because I think it's important for students to know they can succeed in these challenging subjects. I seek to develop an individual learning plan for each student, discovering the tools that will best help them succeed. My previous...

...many ways. My favorite part of teaching is when a student who has struggled to grasp a concept finally has the "AHA!" moment. In that moment, he or she feels the pride and satisfaction of obtaining knowledge, and the hopefully begins to love learning. I understand that every person learns in their own way, which is why I work hard to get to know my students. I try different teaching strategies and styles until I...

...for a year, helping students improve on their speaking abilities. I also later worked as a chess instructor helping the students learn about the fundamentals of chess. Currently, I work as a substitute teacher at a private school. For the past several years I have also worked as a bookkeeper and I currently working in the finance office at a school. So, I am equipped to help students with finance and with computer application. With...

...many students through their science courses. I was recently a Microbiology Professor in Portland and really enjoyed the student-teacher interaction. I am looking to continue this through tutoring students in the Phoenix area. Some of my favorite subjects to teach are science, math and writing I am easily able to pull items from my experiences to relate the material to the student and help assist in the learning process. I have a diverse background working...

...Journal (now the Journal Sentinel). Twenty years as owner-operator of national multi-media business. Have written books, edited books, and published books, including bestsellers, and have written TV scripts. Have edited more than 100 books and tens of thousands of news and feature articles. Taught writing at two universities, one college, one community college, and have tutored grade school and high school students, college students, and adults. Degree in journalism, grad study in history.... I believe anyone...

...the world, but I miss interacting with 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,...

...de Costa Rica with a Bachelor's of Arts degree. I will soon start working toward my education licensure. My experience tutoring students in languages (Spanish/English), and also business administration/marketing has been very rewarding. In my spare time I like working out and physical activities; I like to stay active. I also enjoy quiet activities such as reading or playing strategy games on my PC. I believe everyone has the potential to learn and grow, but...

...each student should have the opportunity to succeed with the support of their tutor, parents or guardians, and classroom teachers. This network of individuals, strong communication, and attainable goals are the key to success. I want my students to feel proud of their accomplishments after challenging themselves to attain their goals. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and participating in book clubs, yoga, walking my dog, camping, backpacking in different national parks, and fishing.

...graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in May of 2016 with a BA in English Literature and a certificate in Global Cultures. I'd love to help with any ACT/AP English prep, as well as any other English-related teaching services required. I believe learning works best when the subject becomes relevant for the student, not just as something they "have" to learn, but as something that can help make life worthwhile. Learning should be a joy,...

...have plenty of hands-on experience in the biological sciences that I can use to make the living world around us more understandable and exciting to others. Additionally, I have helped teach a microbiology lab course at UW-Madison. Having the opportunity to teach others about the things I have a passion for fills me with so much excitement. I offer tutoring both in person and online in math, the biological sciences, and SAT/ACT test prep. I...

...students with learning disabilities as I was very successful in teaching these students. It created a desire to gain greater insight in all aspects of learning, which was the area of focus for my graduate program in learning disabilities. For the last 30 years, I have been working at the University of Wisconsin-Madison coordinating the placement testing program for all University of Wisconsin campuses. During this time I have been a leader on campus and...

...I am a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Education. I have a Secondary Social Science license in Wisconsin and am certified to teach U.S. History, World Civilizations, Western Civilizations, Political Science, and Geography. As well, I am certified to teach K-6 science in California. As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Sierra Leone, I taught English and Social Studies to primary and secondary students. I relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area, where I...

...Liberty University, earning my bachelor of science in psychology. I am in the honors program with a GPA of 3.97 and am a National Merit Finalist as a result of my PSAT and SAT scores from high school. I hope to pursue a master of science degree in occupational therapy beginning in the summer of 2020. I enjoy providing individualized attention and personal instruction to help students who might otherwise struggle to understand and am...

...studies, I especially love teaching critical reading and writing skills because they are essential to any subject you choose. I also want to share my experience with college admissions and writing competitive essays. I have received offers from the University of Texas, University of Wisconsin, and the University of Pennsylvania (the last two for graduate school). Whether you're in middle school or an adult, just tell me where you want to go and I'll do...

...UW Madison while working on my Electrical Engineering Degree and continued tutoring Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus ever since. I've also done summer enrichment programs giving kids the opportunity to build their own circuits. My favorite subject is pre-calculus because it brings things together from geometry, algebra and trigonometry. My tutoring style very much depends on the student. I like to first understand the student's approach and then I like to find a way...

The best thing a teacher can give students is to make learning impactful and memorable. As a graduate from South Dakota State University holding a master's in education Curriculum & Instruction (Elementary Education Specialization), I am passionate about finding new ways to make learning more accessible and engaging...

I am an educator who loves to help students reach their goals. I have taught for many years, and always enjoy the challenge of working with a student who is struggling with the content they've been assigned. My goal as a tutor is to help students succeed while challenging them to use their critical thinking skills, regardless of the subject.... I spend some time getting to know the student and try to quickly understand their needs,...