Find Smithsburg, MD Literature Tutors For Lessons, Instruction or Help

Leslie H.

• Gaithersburg, MD 20879 ( 33.9 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member since: 06/2016
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40 to $50 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

Contact this Tutor View Full Profile

Certified Teacher, Loves to teach Reading, Dyslexia, Writing

I am a certified teacher. I have taught for 11 years and have taught first through eighth grades. I enjoy teaching reading and writing to everyone. I have had some training in specialized reading training from the Wilson Academy and I am currently earning my certification for teaching students with reading difficulties. I have certifications in Elementary Education, ESOL, ESE, Reading K-12 and English 6-12. I am also a Certified Gifted Teacher. I have also been a Career Counselor and have worked with adults and college aged students. I try to make learning fun and I am flexible with working with struggling students. I look forward to working with you.
I love to make teaching fun.

Lynda G.

• Waynesboro, PA 17268 ( 9 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female Age 54
• Member Since: 09/2012
• Will travel up to 30 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

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Experienced Reading Specialist

I am a dedicated and experienced teacher in both ELA and Reading having taught for fifteen years in Vermont and New York State. I am looking to help students achieve their full potential in reading and writing. My family recently relocated to Waynesboro, PA for my husband's job and I miss teaching.
Through the years I have had the opportunity to teach a variety of students with special needs and different abilities. I seek to find the individual's learning style and devise a plan that will fit that student. The curriculum and teaching style should fit the student, not the other way around.

Sara J.

• Fayetteville, PA 17201 ( 17.8 mi )
• Experienced Literature Tutor

• Female Age 45
• Member Since: 01/2014
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $60.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Certified Teacher, Master's in Special Education

My career as a teacher has taught me the importance of extending learning beyond the classroom. My work with families has made me sensitive to the needs of all students from a variety of different cultures and backgrounds. I have excellent teaching and verbal communication skills. I differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students and to address multiple learning styles. Most importantly, I believe all students can learn.
I believe I have the skills set and passion needed to successfully tutor a variety of students. I have a Specialist degree in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment and I am a certified teacher with a master’s in Special Education. I currently teach adults studying for their GED. I also taught a self-contained, city-wide program in the District of Columbia Public School system for four years for students with multiple disabilities. Both settings have mad ... read more

travis d.

• Hagerstown, MD 21742 ( 7.2 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Read More About travis d...

With all of my experience and education, I have had the opportunity to work with all facets of children; from those who require a great deal of help, to those who might just need a little more challenge then what their work was providing them. Having worked with large and diverse groups of children I have assisted in English, math, science, and social studies from grade school to high school. I am very dedicated and passionate about what I do; therefore the goal of the child would become my goal; only ending in accomplishment.
Not every method works for every child; with one exception, patience. I demonstrate and exemplify patience. If a child feels as though they are in an atmosphere where they are safe, free of ridicule and bias, then they are willing to perform. This process can be a give take scenario however. So, some flexibility is required as well, but eventually the stude ... read more

J S.

• Myersville, MD 21773 ( 8.8 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

I am the first college graduate in my family. In the last 18 years, I earned an Associate's Degree and a Bachelor's degree in Linguistics with a minor in Spanish. During my studies in Linguistics, I concentrated on language acquisition, phonology, and grammar and syntax. In 2010, I earned a Master's in Education with a concentration in teaching ESL. My degree in Education has allowed me to research various methods in teaching and how to best convey information to my students. I have taught K-12 ESL, Restaurant ESL, ESL for office jobs, ESL for medical jobs. I also teach Intermediate and Advanced Reading/Writing, which takes students from a basic paragraph to writing various forms of essays.
I believe in holistic education, one that connects the student to the world around him, using sight, touch, and sound. Research shows that multiple forms of input create greater pathways for le ... read more

Kelly M.

• Fairfield, PA 17320 ( 9.4 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Read More About Kelly M...

I love teaching and interacting with students of all ages and ability levels. I believe that each person is unique and receives information in a unique way. Tutoring should be a joint process of discovering a student's learning style and tailoring information so that the student is able to learn and thrive. In my opinion, teaching should focus on the individual strengths of the learner and not just their challenges. The student should learn to use their strengths to not only overcome their challenges, but also to fall in love with learning and gain self confidence.
As a holder of a Bachelor's in Social Work, I have a great deal of experience mentoring and tutoring students of various ages and abilities. I have worked with adult learners and high school age students with disabilities. I have a strong background in English and Grammar due to an extensive amount of college level paper ... read more

Emily M.

• boonsboro, MD 21713 ( 10.2 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

As a graduate of a small, liberal arts, women's college, I have grown a strong passion for tutoring and helping others. I am currently studying to obtain a Master's in Public Health in order to ultimately educate the public about various health disparities. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have tutored in the subjects of English, Biology, Genetics, Chemistry and other various subjects. I have also helped grade and edit student papers.
I love teaching and working with others. I follow the motto that "practice makes perfect", and enjoy running through various exercises in order to make sure that the concept is learned. I enjoy helping others and understand that learning happens at one's own pace.

Jennifer B.

• Frederick, MD 21702 ( 13.6 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

I have a Bachelors Degree in General Studies from the University of Maryland which includes two concentrations: Second Language Spanish, and Human Development. I have tutored three individuals over the past five years. The first was a 3rd grader in reading and comprehension. The second student was a tenth grader in grammar and composition. And more recently, I tutored a seventh grader in second language Spanish. I have gotten good results with my students. I have been substitute teaching at Frederick County Public Schools this past semester. For two years, I taught high school Spanish in a private school.
I love seeing a student finally grasp something that has been difficult in the past. All students are different, and have different learning styles. Some are visual learners, some audio learners. Some learn by doing. I tailor my teaching to the student's specific needs. ... read more

Eliza J.

• Fairfield, PA 17320 ( 14.2 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

Read More About Eliza J...

I believe that learning through hands-on experience is the best way to fully comprehend material. I want to interest students in academics. To accomplish this, a teacher must show how math, or reading is useful; how anything can be exciting. I want to make learning fun. And I use a variety of tactics to accomplish this.
I recently graduated from Bard College, a selective liberal arts school in New York. I have taken classes in a variety of subjects including biology, french, history, and writing. I recently completed a 90 page thesis. I have excellent critical thinking and writing skills, which have served me well as a student. As a tutor, I strive to engage my students in thinking complexly about the topic at hand. I have experience tutoring middle school aged children in music, math, and writing. I also have experience working with preschool aged children.

Ingrid P.

• frederick, MD 21702 ( 14.5 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

I enjoy working with younger generations. I believe stimulating intelligence and creativity in younger people sometimes requires thinking outside the box. Following instructions and completing homework certainly is a priority, as that prepares for adulthood. Going beyond that creates a desire for knowledge, and instigates entrepreneurship at a younger stage by developing desire for leadership and hunger for success. I often tutor my granddaughter and together after completing her school assignment we explore ways to learn more then required.
I am a 60 year old Financial Manager, Creative Writer, Sales Executive with many years of Professional experience in several careers.

Chelsey A.

• Shepherdstown, MD 25443 ( 17.6 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

I am currently attending West Virginia University to attain my Masters Degree in Human Nutrition. While I have been here, I have had the opportunity to tutor other students in various classes such as biology, anatomy, nutrition, communications, sociology, english, and psychology. I am most fit to tutor in science classes, since that is what my major has required for me to have a strong focus in. I am a very dedicated and organized student and am able to use these talents to help other students to learn how to be the same way. Being a college student myself, I am able to relate to the struggles they are going through and to teach them helpful studying and work techniques in order for them to succeed.
I have greatly enjoyed my past few years of tutoring. I love being able to give other students the tools and the self-confidence they need in order to succeed. I am a very patient perso ... read more

Katie Z.

• Frederick, MD 21703 ( 18.2 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $43.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

More About This Tutor...

My teaching philosophy is that, as educators, we must "teach the whole person". Even though I am a language arts teacher, I try to instill goals and values into my students by completing a variety of acitivities. I love hands-on teaching and allowing my students to have fun while learning. Being a visual learner myself, it's extremely important to utilize the technology that is all around us that our students love so much.
Because of my love for literature, I decided to engage in the teaching profession. I earned my BA at Salisbury University and immediately was offered a job teaching high school English. While teaching, my love for reading and writing continued to grow and influced me to pursue a masters degree in Reading Specialization. I currently teach 6th grade language arts and am spreading my love of reading, writing, and grammar to each class that I teach.

Anthony S.

• Frederick, MD 21704 ( 18.2 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

A Little Bit About Me...

I believe that the best way to make sure somebody remembers something is to have them discover it for themselves. My teaching style is centered around this. I enjoy asking guiding questions to point a student in the right direction, and filling in the blanks afterward. I believe the ultimate role of a teacher is to help the student better themselves, and that the best way to do this is through instruction with positive reinforcement instead of direct criticisms, and through finding the right way to motivate the student as an individual.
The guitar has always been my biggest passion, and I have made it my goal to learn as much about it as possible. This search has led me to study classical guitar and music theory formally at the University of Delaware for three years before leaving to study recording in a professional technical environment at the Omega Studios' School. Previously to ... read more

Patricia G.

• Mt. Airy, MD 21771 ( 23.9 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $56.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

More About This Tutor...

The past 8 years I have worked for the Montgomery County and Frederick County school systems as a substitute teacher in middle and high schools.. An area of extensive experience was with the special needs students at both Linganore and Walkersville High schools. I taught a class in self-esteem skills for the SUCCESS program for Frederick County. I had a fair amount of experience with the ESOL program in Montgomery County in 2007. Prior to this, I had worked with the Public LibraryLiteracy program in Kansas City, Mo. as well as taught creativity and self-esteem classes.
Aware of the variety of learning styles as well as subject contents, I attempt to work with the individual students in an appropriate learning style to which the student is attuned. As an artist, primarily a visual learner am I, I value the creative concepts that can be incorporated in the tutoring/learning exper ... read more

Rebecca P.

• Westminster, MD 21157 ( 28.6 mi )
• Literature Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

Contact This Tutor View Full Profile

More About This Tutor...

Through personal and professional experience, I have come to believe that fluency is most quickly achieved through immersion in a language (and instruction in only that language). However, accuracy can be developed and maintained more consistently when a student is able to compare his or her native tongue to the one which he or she is studying - as long as the student has a good understanding of the grammar and other basics of the native language. As a result, I believe in that constant exposure to a language, coupled with conceptual comparison to the native tongue, will foster the best combination of fluency and accuracy. I also believe that appreciation of the cultural and historical elements of a foreign language will encourage students in their studies and help them maintain enthusiasm when they meet a challenge.
While studying Spanish at Messiah College, I completed my majo ... read more