63 Ridgecrest Tutors

I've had the joy and challenge of being a graphic designer for the past 25 years. Although my college degree and studies were in art history and painting and printmaking, I found after graduation that I was much more interested in commercial art. It was a very good move. I went back to school and my first job was with a large regional advertising agency and that's where the real education began. I have worked for agencies, design studios, a children's book publisher, myself, and I taught ... ... More

I believe that the ability to think critically is the most important attribute a human being can possess. But what is critical thinking and how does a student acquire the ability? Critical thinking is the ability to evaluate your own thoughts, tastes, and decisions in terms of their contribution to your well-being. It is achieved through the process of learning to read and write effectively. Like Pythagoras' perfect triangle, reading, writing, and critical thinking are the truest angles of a... ... More

I have done graduate work in ADD/ADHA courses. I also have much classroom experience in working with students with ADD/ADHA and arranging instructional plans forworking with students with ADD/ADHA. ... More

Hello, My name is Kelsey, and I am a third grade teacher here in Asheville. I am passionate about teaching and have spent several years studying how people learn. My background is in psychology and education. In 2012, I received my master's degree in elementary education, focusing specifically on the common core standards. I can offer experience, content knowledge, energy, hands on activities, and resources to anyone who seeks out my services. As a teacher, it is a goal of mine to make ... ... More

My undergrad and graduate academics prepared me for a career in teaching Math at the High School and College level. As a grad student I tutored undergrads in Algebra and Calculus as well as pre-Calc. I took a long detour into business after teaching full time for 4 years. My plans for retirement have always been to re-enter the teaching/tutoring field on a part time basis. Currently I substitute at the local STEM school and the local Early College. I have found Math anxiety to be a... ... More

I graduated from UNCA with a degree in mathematics. I spend quite a bit of time tutoring and doing my own research in mathematics (encryption most recently). I've learned a great deal in working with students over the years and have developed a unique teaching style to help students feel more confident with mathematics and to help to commit it to memory. Perhaps one of the most important things to do is to make a student smile, if they're smiling or laughing they're far more likely to comm... ... More