Award-Winning Tutors from Capella University

With 20 years of experience in Human Resources, I have gained knowledge in every area of the Human Resources field and have become a subject expert. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management as well as a Professional Human Resources Certification (PHR). Currently, I am pursuing my Masters's degree in Human Resources Management at Florida International University (FIU). I have a passion for teaching and have been a volunteer teacher for many years. I also have many years of experience training and teaching HR topics. I take pride in preparing for my classes and personalizing them for each individual's learning style. My goal is to bring the lesson to life for my students in a way that's practical and gives a real-world understanding of the subject matter. I look for different learning and memorization techniques that work for each individual to help them grasp the information. I provide coaching to those looking to pass their Human Resources Professional Certifications as well as training and guidance to those growing in their HR Careers. I am also available for job seekers and career planning.

Dana A. Boyd, PhD Teaching Philosophy As a teacher, my goals are to encourage life-long learning, mastery of content, and develop critical thinking. Understanding each student and how they learn and provide the guidance they need is imperative to diversity and inclusion. Resources used to meet the above goals are to explore all of the resources provided by the Varsity Tours, case studies, peer feedback, supplemental materials, videos, readings, and daily interaction via email, texts, and discussion posts. Kolb's experiential learning cycle helps me to focus on and pay attention to a variety of different approaches to learning based on the students. Assessing student understanding is crucial to this process. Reflection on assignments, by students keeping a journal, helps students with understanding real world issues and how they might solve them. Metacognition is key in this process. I also like to use a variety of assessments, my own videos, papers, tests, homework, and discussion forums. I am in a continuous process of exceeding my own and the University's expectations. Every student has something new to teach me. I flourish in the feedback from students, peers, and the University as a whole. Reflecting on the above feedback helps me weave in new ideas and concepts that I may not have thought of previously. I love to learn, so continuously learning new information through trainings and by providing these trainings to my peers helps me to be the best teacher I can be for my students.

I have my Masters in Education/Advanced Classroom Instruction through Capella University. I have taught for 15 years in general and special education ranging in grades Pre-K - 2nd grade. My teaching license is for K-5 and then Special Education K-12. Learning is suppose to be fun and exciting not just for the learner but also for the teacher. I truly enjoy teaching younger children and finding different ways to watch them learn without them even realizing they are doing school work. Bringing realalistic situations to the learning experience helps the learner understand why we are learning things and sees that things will be used throughout their lives.

I am excited to be a tutor and to help students strive towards their level of success and beyond!

I am a graduate of Drury University where I obtained my Bachelor's in History. In 2022 I went back and completed my Master's in Education with an emphasis in Special Education from Capella University. My "Why" for being an educator is the joy and fulfillment of being a vital part of a students present and future endeavors. I enjoy anything History or Reading related and want to help others develop a love for the same.

I am dedicated to educating. I am passionate about learning and sharing information. I believe that education is the key to success and it is my passion to see you succeed.\ I work closely with my students to learn their learning styles and their preferred methods to learning. My Undergraduate degree is a Bachelor's of Science in Marketing. I attended Atlanta Metropolitan College and Post University. I am currently working on my Master's of Science in School Psychology expected by June 2024. I tutor math related and business subjects. I taught High School for 3 years and I have a business coaching business to assist adults in learning business and marketing skills.

I am a passionate educator who loves inspiring students!

My Philosophy of Teaching, Learning, and Assessment comes from each other; and following what Wald and Castleberry (2002) provided in several great suggestions related to learning from each other when it comes to teacher improvement, learning, leadership, moral, school culture, student/faculty learning and life in general. The authors shared the following when it comes to assessment and learning that I also practice:1. Understanding yourself. As learners we have to understand ourselves by knowing who we are, what we believe in, and how we are willing to share what we have learned. We all see and react to things differently; that is important to see and listen to other's viewpoints.2. Understanding others' beliefs and assumptions. We all have various beliefs and assumptions with expressed opinions that can be either influenced by others or just learned from experiences. We should be interested in knowing what others are talented in, what they have trouble with, how they can help another individual overcome an obstacle, what traits or similarities and differences they can bring to the unity for the team.3. Communicating together in a trusting atmosphere. We should be able to listen to others carefully when one shares meaningful information without interrupting their thoughts or sharing your own personal views until they finish. We should respect each other's comments, be honest to giving your own suggestions if asked, be able to determine meaning of their conversation by rephrasing/repeating what they have ideas especially if the atmosphere is warm, pleasant and trustworthy, and should explain the reasons for doing certain things in detailed to avoid any relationship.4. Making decisions together as a whole/consensus. We should be able to be straightforward with each other when making decision as a team. We should have a tally as to how many agree or disagree to certain issues and reasons to support decisions5. Establishing ground rules and roles. When we come together as a team we should have set times to begin and end, we should stay focused on the discussion at hand, we should avoid any unnecessary interruption, we should allow all members to voice their opinion, we should save any negative judgments, we should support each other's suggestions and not knock them down, we should not make meetings long and drawn out, we should have established roles for each facilitator's recording kept.6. Allowing time to reflect. As a team the group should reflect back on the rules, goal, vision, and ideas that have been set to improve learning for all. See what has been accomplished, and what else needs improvement/change on a continuous bases for learning, for growth, and an avoidance of becoming complacent.

I just recently located to Georgia from the great state of Indiana. I am in grad school @ Capella University for Marriage and Family Therapy. I am also an independent distributor for It Works and I have my own photography business. I am enjoying living near Atlanta and I can't wait to meet you. :)

I am a tutor with a variety of interests who can help with multiple subjects. I have a bachelor of science in psychology with a minor in teaching English as a second language, and I am pursuing a master in general addictions counseling. I have a love of learning, so if you have a question I don't know the answer to, we can figure it out together. This hunger for learning makes me passionate about helping students learn and understand when they are struggling. I feel like, as a tutor, it is my responsibility to figure out the best way to teach students, since everyone has a different learning style. If teaching something one way isn't understood, then I will continue trying different approaches until one makes sense. I especially like tutoring math, even though it has not been a career I have pursued, but I like to use my strengths in other subjects, like writing, too. I look forward to helping many students learn and exceed their expectations.

As a passionate educator with a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Grand Canyon University, I have over 5 years of tutoring experience across various subjects, including Elementary School Reading and Writing, High School English, and Special Education. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive learning environment tailored to each student's unique needs, fostering both their academic and personal growth. I believe in the power of building strong relationships with my students, which allows me to connect with them and enhance their confidence. In addition to my classroom experience, I am certified to teach in Texas, and I continuously strive to cultivate effective study skills and organization in my students. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading and exploring new educational methodologies, which further enrich my teaching approach.

Hello,My name is Teacher Cleta. I'm an ESL Certified Teacher with 3-5 years of teaching experience.I have immensely enjoyed teaching English online to students between 3 and 11 years of age. I taught Art to K-6 students as part of an afterschool program. We would go into the classrooms and strive to instill a positive sense-of-self, self-image and self-worth through art, a job that bought so much joy. I have been home-schooling my 11-year-old son for the past 4 years. A job that has proven to be an invaluable experience. I absolutely love the learning experience and personal growth that teaching provides. I often feel I receive so much more from my students than what I give.Fun fact: I am a published poet who can create a jingle for anything. Jingles are great for memory and retention. One of my favorite ways to make English class a fun and exciting experience is by creating jingles.This is my favorite jingle to reinforce present-continuous-tense.If it's happeningWe always use "i-n-g"If it's happeningWe always use i - n -gWe will have so much fun learning English together. I look forward to seeing you in the classroom."The gift of communication empowers us to effectively exchange ideas, thoughts, feelings and so much more."I am delighted to bring this gift to individuals around the world.

With 17 years in the nursing profession, and 23 years total in the healthcare field, I can help students to see the bigger picture in the world of healthcare. If a student is motivated to learn, there is no end to what they can achieve. I struggled in math in high school and realized in college that sometimes the way something is explained by another person is all that's needed to get someone to understand it. I hope to be that person for students and help them grasp concepts by explaining it in a way they understand.

I became a NYC teacher to inspire and motivate students to strive for success, even in the face of adversity. I believe that the gates of large goals are lined with small accomplishments (Heath and Heath, 2010), and I require students to take ownership of their daily learning through consistent collaboration and continuous assessment. I create lessons that are reachable, specific and incorporate cross-curricular extended opportunities and technology-based instruction, to increase student engagement. There is definitely autonomy through accountability and students should be responsible for taking assessments and using their performance data to identify their specific learning needs. I use data to target and differentiate classroom instruction and meet student learning needs. I consider myself a lead learner among my colleagues. Academic optimism and growth mindset through reflection among peers is important. I collaborate with my colleagues to support their continual growth and improvement as educators.

I am a DNP-prepared Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) who tutors nursing students. I combine clinical experience with a student-centered teaching style; interactive discussions, case studies, and hands-on practice to help nursing students (ADN, BSN, and advanced practice) master concepts and prepare for exams. I tailor lessons to each learner's goals and learning style and offer practical, exam-focused strategies to build confidence and clinical reasoning.

Hello, my name is Briana and I currently teach Kindergarten. I obtained my Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education from Spelman College and am certified to teach Pre-K through 5th Grade in the state of Georgia. I am passionate about learning different ways to service my students. I hold an endorsement in Talented and Gifted Education (TAG) and currently am enrolled in a program to earn an endorsement in Teacher Leadership.I like to encourage students to tap into their style of learning so whether that is visual, auditory, or kinesthetic it can be accomplished even virtually. I look forward to working with you and your student to help them achieve their goals.

I am approaching the end of my doctoral journey in Public Administration. I have a master's in Educational Administration, and a bachelor's in Linguistics: ESOL and Communication Science Disorders. I have been an educator for 20+ years, serving in a variety of capacities (e.g., speech pathologist, teacher, and staffing specialist); however, the majority of my experience has been in working with persons with disabilities and managing such programs.I am fluent in English, French, and Haitian Creole, plus I have a fair knowledge of Spanish as well.In my spare time, I enjoy helping children and adults achieve their academic goals by giving them the tools they need to become successful via tutoring, editing of their writing, and teaching them to think and analyze their own work. I became an educator because it is my sincerest belief that with education we can do anything. We can transform ideas; we can transform lives; we can transform the world.

As a dedicated and enthusiastic tutor, I am passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential. With a strong background in English, Psychology, Criminology, and more, I tailor my teaching approach to meet each individual's learning style and needs. My goal is to create a supportive and engaging environment where students feel confident to ask questions and tackle challenges. Together, we'll celebrate every achievement and turn academic goals into accomplishments. Let's embark on this journey of learning and growth!

As a dedicated educator with a Master's in Nursing Leadership Administration from Capella University, I am passionate about empowering my students in core nursing concepts and NCLEX preparation. With over 2 years of tutoring and classroom experience, I utilize a hands-on approach that emphasizes real-world applications and fosters critical thinking. My goal is to create a supportive learning environment where every student feels valued and capable of achieving their academic goals. I find immense joy in witnessing my students grow in confidence and competence. I split my time between teaching and working as a nurse in the operating room. Outside of teaching, I enjoy reading and continuing to learn in healthcare, which enriches my teaching and keeps me engaged with the evolving field. I too am a student and am currently pursuing my DNP.

I hold a PhD in Educational Leadership and Administration but I never want to forget the thrill of helping students learn at every level! I am passionate about student's reaching their goals and dreams through increased knowledge, experience, and skills. I have worked for 10 years in the elementary classroom teaching grades 1, 4, 5, and 6. I also have over five years experience with online learning and helping my students feel the connection with the teacher and material that is important for strong and consistent improvement. I love math but find that I am very successful teaching foundational reading and English to my online student. Science and STEM opportunities are also important to me as I am able to bring the understanding for these critical thinking skills needed to advance. My tutoring style is built on engaging and interactive lessons. I use realia, demonstrations, games, songs, and visual techniques to reach the student at every level. It is important to me to listen to the student to find just the right approach that will engage and enlighten the learner. I look forward to helping my student reach their highest goals through education.

I enjoy helping professionals further their careers. I have a BS (Penn State University) & MBA (Capella University). I currently licensed with the state of NJ for Life/Health Insurance. I am registered with FINRA (Series 7 & 66). I also hold a Certified Financial Planner designation.I help candidates studying for their Life/Health, SIE, Series 7, Series 6, Series 66 (63/65), and CFP designations.I am eager to pass on various tips and tricks I have learned for the various exams. I have various study tips and tricks that I have found helpful and previous students that I have tutored have as well.

I am a graduate of Boise State University, where I received my bachelor of Science in Psychology, also Pennsylvania State University, and Capella University where I graduated with a master's degree in human Behavior. While obtaining my degrees as a single mother of two children, my son was diagnosed with ADHD and other learning disabilities. That is where I gained intimate knowledge of IEPs and 504 learning plans. It sparked my fascination with the psychology of people from all different backgrounds. I have worked with individuals with a broad range of different mental health diagnoses and learning styles. I have been homeschooling my seven-year-old granddaughter for the past year and a half (she also has ADHD). I utilize a variety of alternative tutoring methods from the typical school curriculum. I genuinely feel each child is a unique individual and therefore their tutoring should be tailored to their own learning style, strength, weaknesses, and personality whether it be audio, kinesthetic or visual. Previously, I was employed as a CBRS (Community Based Rehabilitation Specialist) worker. It enabled me to work with students of all ages from grade school through high school. The one-on-one work I did with each of those students reinforced that individuality plays an important role in their confidence, comprehension, and success. I'm proud to offer tutoring in Reading, Math, and Language, but I have to admit that Math is the subject I enjoy the most. I love that we are constantly building on knowledge previously obtained (I see it as growth in my mind). I also believe that it is vitally important to keep in mind that when a student is struggling, sometimes finding a lighter (less stressful) way to help them retain information lends a more successful result and a better attitude towards the study sessions. When I'm not in my teaching/tutoring element, I enjoy painting crafts from ceramics to mandalas on coasters, coloring, listening to music and playing board or card games with family.

Instructor who transforms content-dense material into visually appealing instructional resources with a storyteller approach that draws in the reader. Breaks down concepts and aligns material with student needs in an effort to maintain engagement to strengthen the learning process.

All educators should be professional and have a lot of patience no matter where they are teaching- online or in-person, in urban areas, rural areas or small suburban areas with students or all backgrounds and abilities. Educators today have more opportunities to impact the lives of students from various backgrounds due to the technology and learning platforms. Educators can influence student's academic lives more than they realize it. The educators of today need to be creative, continue self-enrichment, be fair, and should be caring. The teacher needs to step out and help with extra-curricular activities like field trips, advising clubs, assisting academic fairs, and promoting student academic achievements through activities outside the classroom. Often this means using their own time and money to promote the activities for the students. Educators need to be able to communicate with students, other educators, staff, administration, and the community. They also need to be available to answer the questions and concerns of the students and help them develop as scholars. Educators are like mentors guiding the learners to truth, knowledge, and helping them find their voice. Educators need to be outstanding examples in both word and deed because they need to be on time, have their materials ready, and be prompt. The educators need to keep track of their commitments to the students as well as the school, especially in a small urban setting where they are counting on them. I strive to be that educator for you.

I have a Bachelors of Science in Nursing and have 10 years of nursing experience in many areas. I have a Masters Degree in Nursing Informatics. I am here to help aspiring nurses with any help they need to advance from their studies and testing to having their dream job. I especially love to help students with NCLEX- RN, NCLEX-PN, NCLEX-LVN. I also love helping nursing students with any classes they need support in. In addition I enjoy working with students who have test anxiety, ADHD, or other needs. I can adapt my teaching to their learning styles and needs. I have had wonderful mentors that got me to where I am today and I hope to pay it forward with the next generation of nurses.

One of my core values can be summed up in two words: "Students First." I tell all students, online and offline, that if I am not in class or asleep, it is an office hour. I believe that it is my duty to be as accessible as possible. I believe that all of my students find comfort in the fact that there is someone they can turn to for clarification on a myriad of topics. I also bring a firm understanding that many of our students have a great deal of responsibilities. Along with working full time and maintaining their studies many students are "sandwiched" between taking care of their children as well as caring for their parents. With this understanding comes the requirement to be flexible, patient and empathetic. A cornerstone of my pedagogical philosophy is that I strive to help students understand difficult concepts through meaningful examples taken from their daily lives. If a student is going to take an interest in the subject matter, they are more likely to retain this information. I like to think of it as a sort of "School House Rock" approach to learning. For example, I was able to convey the microeconomic concept of the production possibilities frontier by having the students visualize a restaurant that produced two goods: salads and sandwiches. The production possibilities frontier is a simple model designed to depict the production capabilities of an economy given common resources, while assuming there are two broad classes of products, consumer goods and capital goods. Traditional economic textbooks love to use a "guns and butter" metaphor, but I have found that the salads and sandwiches example is much more effective. Students are able to quickly understand that they can use common ingredients like meat, cheese, vegetables, bread (rolls for the sandwich or croutons for the salad), and dressing to make sandwiches or salads and, in turn, maximize earnings. Unless the student is destined to become a contestant on "Jeopardy," I do not see the value in students having a plethora of academic knowledge at the ready. It is far more important that students are information literate and that they understand what information is needed, where to find it, how to evaluate it, and how to use it in everyday life.

I am passionate about helping students because I believe in the transformative power of education. Watching a student overcome challenges and gain confidence in their abilities is incredibly rewarding. My experience includes working with students across various age groups, focusing on building their understanding and skills. I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Public Health from Southern New Hampshire University and am currently working toward my doctorate in Public Health. I tutor subjects like science, math, and English, with a special love for science because of its relevance to everyday life. My teaching philosophy emphasizes a student-centered approach, fostering critical thinking and active engagement. Outside of academia, I enjoy fitness, exploring the beauty industry, and reading.

Hi! My name is Ms. Page and I have a life long passion for learning, I have over 10 years experience as an educator and I look forward to helping you be your BEST!My favorite subject to teach would be reading . Reading can take you so many places . Because of my experience teaching Pre-K through 2nd grade , I understand the importance of understanding of letters , letter sounds , phonics and beginning reading skills so that students may progress into fluent readers and fully comprehend what they are reading . I am patient and I enjoy working with students one on one to establish an environment in which they feel comfortable learning with me . I also have years of experience teaching adults English. The adults that I have worked with also reach goals of speaking fluently and overall being more comfortable speaking , reading and writing English. We start at the foundational skills just like anyone learning to read and write. Please let me know your goals and I would love to help you accomplish them!

Hello! My name is Teacher Heather. I have been working with children for over 12 years in education. I have a Masters Degree in School Counseling, Bachelors Degree in Psychology and a Bachelors Degree in Sociology. I enjoy helping students learn and grow in their reading abilities through consistent, level based instruction/intervention. I have an interest in science and believe it is important to make it fun and relatable for students. Through academic support and positive encouragement I hope to help your student become their best!

Hello! I am Dr. Cheryl! I earned my doctoral degree and published my dissertation focusing on family caregivers for combat disabled veterans. My PhD was conferred with distinction, my M.S. degree in counseling psychology was awarded with a cumulative GPA 3.98. I have multiple undergraduate degrees ranging from modern foreign languages, Biblical studies including Individual & Organizational Communications. In the past five years, I have mentored and coached hundreds of high school, college and graduate students in thousands of sessions. I have had to honor of working with 75 AP Psychology candidates, English composition in high school, college and thesis or dissertations in graduate school as well as Biblical studies. Your learning style informs my Socratic classical approach, your personality, your interests, and together, we set goals and objectives for YOU to meet your targets. (LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cheryl-novas-2293a45/) (www.PalomaSola.com

I received my Bachelor of Arts from The University of Rhode Island in Elementary Education as well as Marine Affairs. While I was there I was the Foundation Representative of URI Kappa Delta Phi Honor Society and had the honor of being the Alan Shawn Feinstein College of Education commencement speaker of 2017. I also have my Master's in Education from Capella University with a specialization in Reading and Literacy. I have my SEI Endorsement so I am able to differentiate learning for learners from diverse backgrounds.I have experience being a lead elementary classroom teacher for 5 years and have a passion to make learning fun and engaging. I recently published an article for the educational journal Literacy Today about learning in the online setting titled "From the Unknown to the Reimagined".I have extensive experience preparing students to take standardized tests and have exceeded district-level goals for ELA academic performance.I believe all students have the ability to take ownership of their learning and in doing so, reach their fullest potential.

I have a deep passion and appreciation for history. Understanding who we once were helps to see the path that we are currently going down. With history comes a love and deep understanding of reading and writing, another passion of mines. My goal is to help you gain the skills necessary to analyze and comprehend any social studies related content!

My name is Aki and I joined Varsity Tutors because I enjoy learning about science and technology and sharing that gained knowledge with others in a way that will help them make positive differences in their lives.I have a Bachelor's Degree in Marine Science and a Master's Degree in Education. I taught science (middle schools science, high school biology, anatomy/physiology) for nearly ten years before a desire to change fields steered me into information technology. I still tutor in the areas of science, math, ELA, and offer test prep as well.To me, tutoring is even better than teaching in a classroom because you get a better chance to see growth, both in your student and in yourself.

I help learners build practical cybersecurity skills with a future-focused mindset. My background spans teaching, research, and real-world security work, with a strong focus on resilience, critical systems, and emerging technologies. I care about helping people not just enter the field, but help build the future by thinking clearly, acting ethically, and creating safer systems that last.

I have been an invested educator for over 16 years teaching what I love the most, English Language Arts and Reading. I love to show students reading and writing strategies to help them improve their performances in their classes.

My experiences over the years have improved my prospective nursing abilities as the constant hands-on work has taught me to be resilient, how to read people and situations and how to react quickly and successfully in an emergency. This holds true today as an educator and leader. I can nurture and prepare people for their careers by mentoring and tutoring them in nursing related fields. I believe that no student should be left behind and I feel that the way to prevent that is to coach them when needed during one-on-one sessions. I am looking forward to helping students be successful.

I'm passionate about helping students unlock their potential in psychology and English. I make tough concepts feel simple, teach strategies that build confidence, and create a positive, encouraging environment. I love watching students realize they're capable of more than they thought and helping them get there step by step.

"You must do the thing you think you cannot do." ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

I am a criminal justice scholar, former law enforcement executive, and experienced educator with a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice. My approach to tutoring emphasizes clarity, structure, and real-world application, helping students understand complex concepts in practical and meaningful ways. I bring extensive experience teaching in online, hybrid, and traditional environments and tailor my instruction to each student's learning style. My goal is to build confidence, strengthen critical thinking, and ensure students gain a deep understanding of the materialnot just complete assignments.

I believe that every child should have the right to learn and get a quality education. I am passionate about helping students build confidence in math. I have ten years of tutoring experience where I focus on breaking down complex concepts into simple steps. I believe every student can succeed with the right guidance and encouragement. I was fortunate to have a few effective teachers in my lifetime that left a lasting impression on me. I want to have that same impact on my students. Phyllis