Nabella S.

• Birmingham, AL 35226 ( 15.3 mi )
• Experienced Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member since: 08/2012
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $20 to $50 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Trained English/ESL Tutor --Teaching With Compassion

I have taught (intermittently) college level English for 20 years. I have also taught ESL in public schools for 8 years. I now tutor on my own time any age level and anything related to English---including helping people finish memoirs or other books/novels. I am also a writer, working on a novel and screenplays/stageplays. I also write for local publications.
Teaching with compassion for the learner is my style of teaching. Making students understand their abilities and not dwell on any weaknesses are important for learning. I take ESL students at their level and help them make progress that is relevant to their lives.

Matthew W.

• Birmingham, AL 35215 ( 3.4 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Male Age 36
• Member Since: 10/2014
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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I have spent most of my life in an academic environment. I thrive on success- not only my own, but also the success of others around me. I became a substitute teacher in order to gain experience as a classroom leader. Tutoring is a necessary duty of an educator. I believe a one on one environment is conducive to learning and retaining information; being able to receive direct feedback from an educator is one of the most valuable assets to a young learner.

David B.

• Birmingham, AL 35206 ( 5.7 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Male Age 40
• Member Since: 03/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $25.00 /hr
• On-line
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Possession is 9/10 of the law.. Description is 9/10 of saw.

I have been writing for my whole life, and have a love of the art that is description. Since Mich of humanity's understanding is based on metaphor, description and its subtleties is a key part of any writing process, be it creative or instructional.My favorite form of writing is creative, however I also enjoy writing essays and other pieces based on fact. No matter what form of writing you endeavor to do, getting your point across through description is paramount. I have placed and won poetry contests, and have written many essays of undergraduate and graduate levels.

Daniel M.

• Gardendale, AL 35071 ( 5.7 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Male Age 51
• Member Since: 11/2011
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $35.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Transform drooping paragraphs into rocket-fueled dynamos.

As a former Copy Writer in the Professional Corporate World, my delicately skilled mind has been injected with days on top of countless days of experience in the mysterious art of Word Craft. Professionally, I have experience constructing everything from Press Releases to DVD Cover Copy, editing television documentaries, polishing marketing materials, and much more. Also, on the creative side, I write fiction in the form of short stories, screenplays, and am working on several novels --when time permits and genius strikes or at least faintly glimmers.
I am a dynamic person: passionate about the arts, entertainment, and just about everything else. I definitely bring zeal and creativity to my teaching, but am also a fun-loving and laid-back guy. Although I am not a certified teacher I taught theology and speech at a private high school. I loved my students tremendously. And I tried t ... read more

Susan J.

• Gardendale, AL 35071 ( 5.7 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female Age 50
• Member Since: 09/2014
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $75.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Have fun learning and reach for excellence!

My personal style of learning is to learn by doing. I get my students involved in any process and get them to actually do the work so they learn it from experience, not just reading about it and taking for granted they know what is going on. Seeing the steps in action and seeing the final result brings a sense of accomplishment, which helps a student learn the correct way of doing whatever it is they are trying to learn.
I have lead many training sessions dealing with a multitude of different topics. I do my homework, and make sure I am fully prepared before any training session. I want to make sure I know the answers to any possible question before the questions are asked. I have tutored students one-on-one and in small groups from different levels of math to every aspect of English, grammar, and writing. I have taught many classes in painting and drawing, and I am a constan ... read more

Jameria H.

• Birmingham, AL 35205 ( 9.3 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2012
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing

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I've tutored two kids in my neighborhood for 40 buck every two weeks. It was a marvelous experience because they were very respectful young boys...majority of the time. It was kind of hard for them to keep their focus so i drew a plan which was rewarding them with candy and toys, and of course since it was my idea I didn't charge extra. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to tutor them anymore because had to move with my mother. All in all, no matter the task I will always try my best to achieve!!!

Grant F.

• Trussville, AL 35173 ( 9.4 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Male Age 34
• Member Since: 10/2013
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Journalism

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A Little Bit About Me...

I am currently pursuing my Associates Degree in Journalism. I have had experience interviewing people face-to-face, via email, and over the telephone. I have two boys, age 10 & 7, and have had plenty of experience helping them with homework and studying. Both children have maintained A averages throughout their time in school.
I have a flexible teaching style. I like to suggest several methods of practice and stick with the style the student identifies best with.

Ivana B.

• Birmingham, AL 35209 ( 11.1 mi )
• Experienced Literature Tutor

• Female Age 46
• Member Since: 04/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $35.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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I have tutored Russian teenagers English, I published an article in "The Birmingham News", I created and self published a weekly newsletter when I was the Sales Assistant at my current job at a Bowling center, I am now the Shift Lead, and when I majored in Elementary Education (before switching to an English major), I had student taught Kindergarten through Sixth grade.
My teaching style is student centered-the way I teach will depend on the best way the student learns. I will always be positive and patiesnt as this tends to yield the best results.

Martha C.

• Birmingham, AL 35209 ( 11.1 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $39.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Composition

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Practiced law for five years in the Bessemer Division of Jefferson County. Earned law degree while working full time. Passed the Alabama Bar exam on the first try in 1995. Love the law and believe that I can impart that love to someone who is in law school and studying the law for the first time. I am patient and do no mind going over and over things if that will help the student to learn

Catharine W.

• Birmingham, AL 35216 ( 13.6 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female Age 40
• Member Since: 10/2014
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Shakespeare, Poetry

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Love Teaching

Have a secondary education degree from Jacksonville State University. I have tutored before and have had several substitute jobs. I believe in letting the student teach sometimes by being an active participant in the learning experience. I think students do better when they can see the material, read the material,and explain the material because it makes them retain the information.

Caryn W.

• Birmingham, AL 35206 ( 5.8 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

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I have 20 plus years of teaching experience. I have worked with students from pre-school age to adults. I have taught students with a variety of disabilities and functioning levels from severely impaired to gifted.
Many students struggle with relationships and well as their academics. I believe in creating a safe, nuturing environment were a student is able to work at his own pace, at his own level, and feel a bond with his teacher. Setting realistic and obtainable goals with the student is a key factor to success. Measuring and documenting progress allows student, teacher, and family to see a visual record of growth. Addressing multiple intelligences and multiple learning styles are essential for struggling students. Finding a student's best mode of learning increases self-esteem and time on task.

Philip T.

• Birmingham, AL 35205 ( 6.8 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have extensive writing experience and have written several books including How to Give a Damn Good Speech and Business Writing for Busy People. I have worked as a newspaper reporter, magazine editor, advertising copy writer, corporate speech writer and a marketing director for a publishing company. I curently teach freshman composition at the University of Alabama ,the University of Alamaba at Birmingham and Lawson State. I have over 20 years of adjunct teaching experience on the college level
I believe that it is often best to work witha student one-on-one, especially to improve their writing. Don't point out their mistakes, praise them for what they are doing well, then show how they can do even better to learn how to write on a college level.

Willie B.

• Birmingham, AL 35214 ( 7.3 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $52.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Composition

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My teaching style is interactive. I believe in fully engaging the student in the teaching-learning process. Students are more receptive to learning when they take ownership in the educational process. I am very patient and goal oriented. I know all children can learn and if given the proper set of learning conditions they can achieve educational heights that often surpasses their pre-conceived notions of learning barriers. Knowledge is power and I seek to aid and assist the learner in harnessing that power so as to become a life-long learner and ultimately a productive citizen.
For twenty-five years I successfully taught a comprehensive curriculum to elementary students (grades three through eighth). My areas of academic interest are: Language Arts, Mathematics and Social Studies. I had an opportunity to visit several countries I taught in social studies (i.e., West Africa (G ... read more

Christy S.

• Trussville, AL 35173 ( 7.8 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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My teaching style has to do primarily with desire; that is, if you want it and work hard, you can achieve your goals. One cannot teach or coach “heart” or discipline – that is all I require of my students -- the desire to learn, achieve, get better at what it is they are doing. I will work diligently to understand what is blocking that road to success, teach tips, tactics, and shortcuts to understanding theory, and support a love of the subject or sport already within you.
For years, my passion has been “to gladly learn and gladly teach.” Since graduating from law school, I coached Cumberland’s National Arbitration team to two consecutive top 20 placements, taught “Criminal Evidence” to Miles College undergrads, and now will being teaching “Research and Writing” at the Birmingham School of Law. I have also taught karate and coached girl’s junior Olympic volleyball, so I’m passi ... read more

Alan M.

• Birmingham, AL 35211 ( 9.3 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

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Admittedly, I have no direct (structured) teaching experience. However, I have nearly five years of experience in the journalism field, and during that time I've mentored a number of fledgling college and high school journalists. And while journalism and political science are my two specialties -- given that I have degrees in both -- I also have a fair amount of expertise in the tangential fields of English and History.
I do not have a particular teaching style because I don't believe that a single method works for everyone. Therefore, I operate from an Occam's Razor perspective -- whatever is the simplest solution is the best. I believe I am very empathetic and perceptive, which would enable me to determine what works best for each student.