Certified Tutors From University of Memphis

...back to college later in life. In addition, I have taught High School Algebra I, 7th grade Math and Kindergarten. After school, I tutored elementary students struggling in the area of Mathematics. I also home-schooled my own child for two years, turning her least favorite subject of Math into a confident favorite subject, simply by...

...have tutored throughout my graduate academic career. I have taught undergraduate chemistry labs at levels from introductory courses for non-science backgrounds through advanced mixed graduate/undergraduate classes for chemistry majors. I understand that different people learn in different ways, and that the best teachers adapt their methods to the needs of their students. In addition to...

...teacher at the time of my early retirement, just prior to my family relocating to the Pittsburgh area. I love teaching and miss working with students. My favorite subject is math but I also greatly enjoy tutoring in English/grammar, reading, and writing. I like to make learning fun and interesting and relate it to a...

...I spent two years tutoring with the university while I was in undergrad, and I helped students with history and intro level science. I worked with many students who were very far behind in their course work, and I helped them engage with material while figuring out the learning strategy which would work best for...

...not to just complete the work -- many assignments are lengthy, and in many cases, completing the entire assignment with a tutor is expensive and a waste of time. Instead, tutoring sessions should focus on leaving the student with the tools necessary to complete their assignments themselves, as well as tests and quizzes that the...

...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...

...their families. I have made a commitment to being a life long learner and sharing my knowledge with students. I have found that building relationships, evaluating individual needs and applying focused planning enhances the learning experience. I am passionate about seeing each student performing at their highest level and beyond. I have many years of...

...most of my experience is with elementary students. I believe that there is hidden potential in each person. The joy I have as an educator is in helping my students unlock their potential which will lead them down a path they were designed for. In this process, I'm thankful to learn so much from my...

...favorite subject to tutor is English grammar. Grammar is the real mechanics of the English language; it is the basis of English, giving order to what can appear to be a chaos. My teaching philosophy is based in the belief that students learn best when complex and difficult concepts are simplified, allowing them to be...

...and Science. I graduated from the University of Memphis with a B.B.A in Management Information Systems. I went back to school to receive my certification in Teaching and I have been teaching since 2007. My experience working in various environments has prepared me by helping develop a range of useful skills. I am able to...

...continue my education in environmental engineering. As a child, I was always interested in science and engineering. A great teacher in high school sparked my interest to study chemistry. During college years studying chemistry, my awareness about the environment grew until I decided to continue my education in environmental engineering. Being in school for a...

...entitled to a safe and fun learning experience. As an educator I will strive to create a safe and fun learning environment while still meeting the requirements of the state of Tennessee. Three elements I find beneficial in my classroom are, (1) The teacher acting as a guide, (2) allowing the child's natural curiosity to...

I am strong believer that any student can and will be successful if they work hard and be persistence and there are times that one might need help understanding a concept and this is where I believe I can help them to understand concepts better and be able to apply them in real life.... I believe everyone can learn/master the subject, though with the help of a good teacher/tutor.

...fairly broad, with expertise in mathematics and standardized testing. A couple fun facts about myself: I'm from New Jersey and of Italian decent, so I naturally love cooking and all things pizza. My favorite childhood book is The Giver by Lois Lowry, and favorite high school class was physics (rockets, easy winner). I enjoy playing...

...word, it would be hope. When in grade-school, I was the student who needed the extra push from a caring teacher to be successful in the classroom; this is why I do what I do - to be that teacher for the student just like me! Currently, I am teaching 5th Grade Reading/Math in North...

...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...

...have a BBA and an MSBA in Management Information Systems from the University of Memphis, and I am a former Instructor at Southwest TN Community College. I started working at Southwest as a Math Tutor, and I've tutored elementary and high school students. I have also assisted several colleagues with standardized placement and proficiency tests...

...University of Memphis and my Masters of Arts in Teaching from Ole Miss in 2005. I have been teaching since 2001. I currently teach 6th grade social studies and science in Desoto County. I enjoy the individual time that I get with students and seeing them reach their academic goals. I like to help spark...

...with children as early as second grade and up to seniors in high school. I currently work in Shelby County Schools in an eighth grade math classroom. By working with students one-on-one and also in a classroom setting, I have grasped an understanding of what can be useful to help students understand and grasp concepts....

Internal Auditor with experience as an Economics college instructor. Currently a graduate student pursuing a Masters in Accounting with additional graduate course work in business and economics.... I believe in guiding students to the correct solutions and providing help to lead to a solution when needed, but still allowing students to learn and discover on their own.