Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...West Africa to helping out my friends on projects or academics. While I tutor a big range of subjects, I'm most interested in the subjects that I will pursue in college, alongside mathematics. I wholeheartedly believe education is an absolute necessity for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy playing frisbee, working out, and watching funny Netflix shows.

I'm a former Math Olympiad - and currently a business executive - who continues to mentor students and office employees, while also volunteering with young people in my community.... As a teacher, one needs to be a careful and patient listener, and always strive to find innovative ways to connect to each student, bearing in mind, each person has their own strength, weaknesses, and methods of learning.... Understand the student's goal (specific grade / score, placement...

...times), and walking students through a problem and challenging them a bit if they show understanding and want to go at a faster pace. I believe everyone needs time, guidance, and nourishment in order to best grow into the person they desire to be. It takes time to better yourself. Starting something new is usually difficult or easy for some, but continuing to do something that proves to be hard and discouraging is one of...

I am a graduate of Villanova University. I received by Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Humanities. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Human Resources Management at George Washington University right outside of DC. While I tutor many subjects, I am most passionate about Psychology and Writing with the intent of obtaining a PHD in the future. I find the tutoring process to be very rewarding and I enjoy making new connections with students.

...level of mastery before a big test. With work and focus, we can set goals and achieve them regardless of where we are starting. Because of how different each student is, it's important to really consider what works best for you as a learner. For this, being simple and upfront is probably best. Are you a visual learner? Auditory? Let's start with that and consider what works from there. Knowing how you learn, while also...

...to them. I believe this method is the best way for the student to master the material. I enjoy the "aha!" moment my students have when the concept finally clicks. In my free time, I work on my two tea businesses. During my senior year at Rice, I founded a student-run boba tea business. We currently have 13 student employees and continue to grow. I'm also currently working on opening a boba tea business in...

...where I majored in Economics and minored in Statistics. Since graduating, I've worked as an analyst in the housing finance field. I'm passionate about teaching economics and statistics to students in an intuitive, understandable way that helps them not only understand the material for class, but be able to apply the material to the world around them. Outside of economics and statistics, I can also tutor for social sciences, math, and reading/writing. When I'm not...

I have expertise in various middle and high school mathematics and science subjects, including ACT and SAT-specific questions. I graduated cum laude with a Bachelors in Chemical Engineering from Vanderbilt University, and have 1 year of private tutoring experience.

...that I have gotten my JD and passed the Virginia Bar, I have even gotten a job working in the field of Educational Civil Rights. I really love teaching, whether that involves writing songs, plays and poems with my younger students to make reading “less boring,” figuring out good mnemonic devices for remembering math formulas with my ACT/SAT students, or puzzling through pesky logic problems with my LSAT students. I already have a day job-...

...a degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering with a minor in Entrepeneurship and Management and I'm currently working towards a masters. I tutor Math (Pre-algebra, Algebra, Pre-calculus, Geometry, and Trigonometry), SAT prep, ISEE prep and Financial Accounting. I am passionate about helping students to achieve their goals of success in academics or their goal of getting into a great college. I tutor by understanding the needs of each tutee and helping them through their weaker points....

...because they have experience to draw from in order to grasp new concepts. However, I love the challenge teaching presents. Period. So, it doesn't really matter how old or young someone is for me. I am always willing to learn from and give my expertise to someone else. I have a Master's in Business Administration, but my degree does not define me. Business is one aspect of my skillset. I enjoy relaxing, learning new things,...

...graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation. At the VT Writing Center, I helped students of all backgrounds and disciplines get their thoughts on paper. From brainstorming to building structure and flow, I am a strong proponent of discussion as a basis for the writing process. In addition to my experience with undergraduate and graduate students, I have spent several years as an after-school counselor, educator, and mentor for...

I believe that every student has the potential to excel. It is my goal to help students reach their goals in a timely manner. I am a certified teacher and I currently teach second-grade students. My background is in psychology so I am able to adapt to different students' needs.

...memorization. Throughout my time in high school and college, I have also come across my fair share of ineffective teachers, and so I have found many free online resources and creative learning techniques to help fill in the gaps. I enjoy working with students of all ages to not only improve understanding of individual subjects, but also to improve general study habits and overall academic confidence. I am happy to help with anything from elementary...

...is going on and why it is going on. If the foundation is strong the structure will hold. Of course it is always nice to get As, but I want to help people understand what they are learning and help them grow in that subject, not just memorize what they need to know and forget it a few weeks later. I love learning new things and I hope to inspire others to also love learning....

...for cancer in an understandable way, everyone is the lesser for it. I think the ability to write a strong essay or speech not only reflects a solid grasp of a particular subject and competent research, it also suggests the writer knows their voice and the value in it, and can declare this conviction with volume (literally and metaphorically). A person who can write is a person who can impact their community. I developed this...

...wide range of age groups and will work hard to help my students achieve their goals by helping them develop a personal understanding of the tutoring subjects. When I have free time, I enjoy watching college football and playing video games. I also love reading and learning; in fact, I make it a goal to learn one new skill every summer. Some of my past summer learning projects have been: learning to play the guitar...

...love teaching middle school students. I have experience tutoring ESL (English as a Second Language), Algebra, test taking skills, Secondary School Admissions Testing, and essay writing skills. In my teaching, I like to incorporate detailed explanation, guided walk-throughs, and use of visual resources to teach difficult concepts. I am always open to answering student questions during sessions and also through email. Aside from tutoring, I love taking walks, reading, and cooking. I really look forward...

Hey there! I'm currently a student at The Ohio State University and am interested in pursuing strategic communications! Being one of the eldest in my family I have a lot of experience helping my younger siblings out with homework and learning material!

...well on the SAT, LSAT, and AP exams, but it hasn't always come easy. I understand what it's like to have to work hard to achieve your goals, and I'm excited to help students do just that. I'm looking forward to working with you to find tips and tricks for thinking about even the most challenging exam questions, designed with your needs in mind to help you perform the best you can!