Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Nashville, TN

...like to work with motivated students. I understand that, while test scores are an insufficient measure of a student's capability, high test scores can open a lot of doors in the college application process, and I want to see those doors open for my students. As I understand it, the best way to improve test scores is to do as many practice problems as possible. However, in standardized-test-taking there are many ways to work smarter,...

...own. Therefore, I will challenge students to persevere through difficult content while providing the optimum level of support to reduce frustration and increase independence. Finally, I believe in a love of learning. Throughout all of my work with my students, I always strive to help students discover the joys of understanding new ideas and overcoming obstacles. I look forward to sharing these ideals with my students as I help them meet their tutoring goals.

...and what is important to know. Because I have a passion for mathematics and I study the subject in college, I have a great understanding of the material in most high school math classes (geometry, trigonometry, algebra 1 & 2, statistics, calculus AB & BC). I highly value education and take these courses and assessments seriously. I encourage every student to apply themselves as much as possible in studying methods that fit one's specific learning...

...subjects and love getting to know what best motivates students to learn. I have taught at the elementary level, as well as the university level. My education includes a B.S. in Multidisciplinary Studies with a 1st-8th grade teacher certificate, M.S. in Special Education and licensing as an educational diagnostician, and Ed.D. in Special Education and Reading including a Reading Specialist professional educator certificate. In my free time, I love reading and spending time with my...