Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Arlington, DC

...middle school and high school teacher. I believe all students can succeed if give the right tools and support. I have experience working with students of all age/grade levels on subjects ranging from history, English, writing, math, and test prep. I believe in empowering students with the skills they can apply across their course work....

...current researcher working in clinical trials and a recent graduate from Boston University's Master in Public Health program. I completed my undergraduate degree from Georgetown University in Economics. I am a bilingual Spanish speaker and regularly interpret in medical setting. I am passionate about teaching and learning, and am available to tutor English, Spanish, Biology,...

...do this through enriching the "math toolkit" that begins when one first learns about numbers, guided practice, and independent practice. Enriching the math toolkit can range anywhere from learning new ways to solve problems to learning how certain formulas work so you're more comfortable with them. Guided practice involves working on problems with me, talking...

...questioning and problem-solving attitude. It was as an AVID GDL that I realized my passion for preparing students for college admission and success. I expanded this passion out to the community, offering private sessions for students and parents navigating the college admissions process. Drawing on my background in learning and motivational psychology, as well as...

...dual certified teacher who has taught in DC Public Schools and in Chicago Charter Schools. Additionally I was a instructional coach for Chicago Public Schools. I am currently in the DC area getting my doctorate at George Washington University in education. I am certified in both Special Education and English. Additionally, I work with alternative...

...prepare for standardized tests, we always seem to have the most fun prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams, as well as the science section of the ACT. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to...

...modification of bacteria and other interesting biological techniques, as well as interesting stories and facts from professors of Ecology, Immunology, and other biological fields. It's my belief that students learn most if the material is made relevant and interesting and they are encouraged to ask questions. Additionally, I enjoy helping students to prepare for the...

...tutor, but my favorite part of tutoring is when a concept first clicks for a student. My goal as a tutor is not just to help the student learn the material but to establish study and organizational skills that can help them throughout their academic career. I tailor my lesson plans and tutoring to the...

...degree from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a Bachelor's degree from Johns Hopkins University. I tutored GED math for 3 years in college, so I have experience breaking down concepts for students with a variety of learning styles. I've also informally tutored other students in my math and science classes. My favorite...

...and understand the value of patience in overcoming them. I believe that I can serve as a motivator for others who might feel anxious about a certain academic subject. Finally, I consider myself to be organized and effective at time management; many years of balancing academics with sports, music, and school clubs and organizations have...

...subject, I greatly enjoy watching my students work hard and experience the feelings of accomplishment which accompany success. I love being able to work together with a student as a team, both looking to reach an ultimate goal. When the goal is reached, it is extremely gratifying for both the student and the tutor! I...

...value of effective communication, so I was taught how to present information about several topics. I believe that in order for someone to learn a subject they have to be interested in the material. As a tutor, I will strive to get the student invested in the lessons and teach them the information in memorable...

...II, Middle/High School Math, Psychology, History, and many more subjects within Mathematics and the Sciences. Please feel free to ask me if there is a specific subject you do not see listed here as it may be something I do specialize in! I also help with keeping students organized. I have eight years of tutoring...

...at the Math and Science Center, and I always tried to personally connect with each student in a different way. In the STEM courses, the concepts can be very challenging and complex. My teaching philosophy is to simplify these concepts by relating them to every-day experiences. I've found that when students can understand these concepts...

...to teach and develop the close-reading skills of my students. Close-reading, critical analysis, and clear writing are the foundations for any ELA, history, or social science class. Those are also some of the hardest skills to learn in a classroom setting. With our one-on-one time I'm able to get my students to more deeply and...

...to fulfill their potential. I currently teach at DeVry University and at Northern Virginia Community College. For many years, I have been teaching and tutoring a variety of math and science courses, including Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, and other fundamental Science courses, both at high-school and college levels. I taught onsite, online, and blended courses, and...

...understanding a topic, or homework help, I prepare well ahead of time for any tutoring session, and personalize for the student. I specialize in PSAT/SAT/ACT/SAT subject test math tutoring. If you can already score decently in these sections, but want to get a perfect score on these tests, I can help you drastically increase your...

...take what interests my students and connect it to the subjects and content they need to learn. While I am able to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Reading, Writing and History. I believe that the more one can use words to invoke feelings and challenge people to think,...

...a variety of curricula, across grade levels eight through twelve, from A.P. English Literature to core classes for 8th-graders. My experience encompasses British and American literature, the western dramatic tradition, Shakespeare, and substantial instruction in critical reading and writing. Additionally, I have designed and implemented elective courses in creative writing, modern poetry, Anglo-Irish literature, and...

...tutoring hours for National Honor Society in my school's math lab or reading through & editing papers (both for English and Spanish class). Because of this, I am so excited to tutor students in algebra, writing, and conversational Spanish, as well as practicing good study skills! I love to help others, so when I am...