Leslie F.

• Knoxville, TN 37921 ( 26.2 mi )
• Experienced Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member since: 04/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $35 to $39 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• In-Home
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar, Composition

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Experienced Certified Special Education Teacher

I began my career teaching music to students in grades K-8. I have always loved the Special Needs students and thus chose to pursue my Master's degree in the Special Education field. My first Special Ed. assignment was for ADHD and LD students in 7th grade Math and Language Arts. From there I have progressed to being the Lead teacher in inclusion settings as both the regular education teacher and the special education teacher. I am experienced in interpreting testing results and IEP writing and would willingly serve as an advocate for your chile and advocate. I am currently teaching grammar and composition to college level students.
I believe in meeting a student at whatever level he or she is ready to work. I am friendly and like to develop a personal relationship with my students in order to know how to serve them better. I use technology as appropriate.

Heather H.

• La Follette, TN 37766 ( 0 mi )
• Experienced Creative Writing Tutor

• Female Age 34
• Member Since: 12/2012
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $30.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Composition

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Creative Writing is one of my top subjects! I took five semesters of Advanced Creative Writing with Lincoln Memorial University's Writer-in-Residence Darnell Arnoult. I made consistently high A's in Creative Non-Fiction as well as Fiction.

I have been tutoring both peers and high school students during my stay at Lincoln Memorial University. Students regularly asked me to proofread their papers, and parents frequently contacted me for help with high school students senior research papers. I have made consistent A's in all of my English classes, and I currently hold a Bachelors degree in English.

Melissa N.

• Andersonville, TN 37705 ( 11.7 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $30.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing, Reading Comprehension, Reading

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Read More About Melissa N...

I have taught Spanish in middle school, high school, college and for non-credit/personal development. I have 11 years of teaching experience. I have also provided private lessons in home for home school children ranging in age from 8 - 18. I teach online Spanish through a local university. I provide student centered lessons to help students develop their Spanish ability.

Autumn T.

• Powell, TN 37849 ( 20.5 mi )
• Experienced Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2014
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $20.00 /hr
• In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Composition

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Help your child fall in love with learning.

I currently work and teach in a private high school in the Knoxville area. I teach upper level math and science as well as middle school math and science. I also have much experience with elementary students. I student taught with an elementary teacher. I am currently getting my degree in Secondary Education. Teaching is my passion. Helping kids to learn and love to learn is my goal.

Alex G.

• Knoxville, TN 37921 ( 26.2 mi )
• Experienced Creative Writing Tutor

• Male Age 36
• Member Since: 03/2015
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar, Composition

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Read More About Alex G...

Music- Classically trained pianist from age five. Self taught guitar player at age fifteen. Vocal lessons on and off since age eighteen. Theatre/Drama- Bachelors degree with an emphasis on acting (classical/modern/voice/movement/Chekov). Ran a Shakespeare based theatre company for three years. Adjunct professor of theatre at Pellissippi State Community College. Been a professional actor (stage/TV/film) for the last five years. Writing- MFA in Playwriting/Screenwriting. Had plays produced professionally all over the country. Written episodes for nationally produced TV shows.

Chad H.

• Oak Ridge, TN 37830 ( 27.7 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Male Age 59
• Member Since: 09/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: English, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Composition

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A Little Bit About Me...

I taught High School US, World and European history to grades 10 - 12. I taught AP European History and Government. I taught Geography, Civics, and Psychology for 5 years. I have owned my own construction firm for 10 years and worked in manufacturing. My specialty is European History with an emphasis in the classics. My literature background is not formal but is extensive.
I have always emphasized the immeasurable distinction between education and schooling. Although the two are not necessarily mutually exclusive, in our era they are more and more. I strive to draw a student into a fascination with learning. If that occurs, then education is a fait accompli.

Joy R.

• Knoxville, TN 37912 ( 26.5 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $44.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Composition

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I have taught English to students at levels from seventh graders through college freshmen. My M.A. in English Literature equipped me to inspire both eager and reluctant students to write and read with confidence and capability. As a reporter, a proofreader, and an editor, I used language in the real world, and that application helps me inspire and motivate students. Teaching home-schooled students, international students, and students of widely varying ages, backgrounds, and ambitions has taught me to match the needs of the individual to the requirements of an increasingly competitive world. Teaching high school and college at the same time has given me enviable insight into what students need today to prepare them for tomorrow's needs.
Assuming that most students would rather be anywhere than an English class, I listen to their interests of the moment and then relate them to my go ... read more

Jason W.

• Knoxville, TN 37914 ( 26.9 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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My specialty is reading, writing and research. I have a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas, where I studied government, law and economics. I believe most students can learn or solve any problem by talking it through, which is often easier and more effective than simply trying to think it through silently. I have helped students with research and writing on and off for 15 years and have the most experience in English, History, Economics, Psychology, Social Studies, Geography and paper writing (or research) of most any subject at any level.
The teaching style that brings the best success I've found is centered on two points. First of all, it is based on listening, which means getting the student to talk. Eventually, with guidance, I aim to get them the ability to talk through and solve any problem. The second major technique I like to use is analogies. Even co ... read more

Angelia J.

• Knoxville, TN 37920 ( 28.9 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Composition

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A Little Bit About Me...

We are all individuals and as such will have our own, unique styles of learning. My job as a tutor/mentor/teacher is to uncover that and foster the growth of such. I am skilled at promoting creativity, creating a fun learning environment, setting achievable goals, and developing a sense of accomplishment in a student. I balance patience with clear expectations; I view a tutoring relationship as a partnership. After assessing the needs and goals of the student, we will work together to form a plan to achieve short-term and long-term goals.
During my college years, while earning a degree in journalism, I tutored college-level English composition; this is when I first discovered the joy of helping someone learn something and “seeing the light come on” for them. I have spent the last twenty years of my professional career in not-for-profit work, almost entirely devoted to pr ... read more

Ericka M.

• Knoxville, TN 37920 ( 29.5 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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A Little Bit About Me...

I graduated from the University of Tennessee with a BA in English Literature. Through my coursework at UT I polished both my analytical and writing skills, while concurrently gaining comprehensive knowledge of the canonical literature that is taught in school today and the methodology of teaching it. Additionally I have a semester of graduate school in education completed, and am well versed in different teaching strategies and used to working with learning disabled and difficult students.
I believe in inspiring children to be intrinsically motivated to learn. By learning who a child is we, in turn, learn how to teach them. As a preschool teacher I am patient, encouraging, and motivated. My motto is "if at first you don't succeed try again" and it goes not only for the student but also for the teacher. I try to bring in as many outside experiences as possible to help children ... read more

Linda H.

• Knoxville, TN 37919 ( 29.8 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $51.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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A Little Bit About Me...

Having taught and tutored students from first grade through the college level, I feel qualified to help any student needing assistance with English-related studies. I have taught English in middle school, high school, and college. My experience also includes working one-on-one with students in summer programs sponsored by the university or school with which I was associated. Teaching to all learning styles has provided degrees of success for students that have enabled them to graduate or proceed to the next level of learning. I feel strongly that all students can learn if the key to teaching them is discovered and implemented.
I strive to recognize each student as an independent personality, with different needs and different goals. In this capacity, I teach to all levels in whatever learning style is presented by the individual and have helped the student to achieve success in his ... read more

Britton S.

• Knoxville, TN 37920 ( 29.9 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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A Little Bit About Me...

I am an energetic educator and learner. The best way to teach a student is to provide them with the tools they need to discover the information for themselves. A teacher does no good if they simply feed the student the desired information. When we provide the student with the means of discovery, then what they find, they own. Having worked with children of varying ages, I am adept at problem solving and managing conflict, and I have an abundance of patience. Children are eager to learn, and teachers are there to harness that eagerness.
My live for the written word resulted in my acquiring a dual major in both Literature and Creative writing. I have entered the field of education so that I may share this passion with others. For the past eight years I have been working in a Montessori school, first in the early childhood classroom, and now in the elementary classroom, resulti ... read more