Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Hampton, VA

...an M.A. in English and an emphasis in creative writing. I taught high school English for nine years and know the need to be flexible and understanding to best teach a student. I enjoy helping students develop their writing and am very passionate about helping students prepare for the ACT. My goal is to encourage life-long learning and encouraging my students to vocalize and question to become comfortable with any subject material.

...a doctorate in geography. I have taught a wide range of subjects including chemistry, physical geography, human geography (and labs), marine geography, environmental science, Caribbean geography, globalization, political ecology, writing for the sciences, writing and research, and communication. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects and like to discover ways to personalize lessons. My first focus is to build trust and communication with the student, and give them the skills to feel independent and sure...

...have been involved in theatre, especially musical theatre. I could talk about my favorite musical all day. I am hoping to pursue a graduate degree in English in the coming few years. I love tutoring because I enjoy helping students to figure out the best ways to solve problems and to increase their education. I believe that every students is capable of achieving great things and I want to unlock that potential.... In a first session,...

...I returned to ODU to earn a M.S. in Education with a focus on teaching children with special needs. I have worked for over 20 years in education as a public school teacher, homeschool educator, and private tutor. I have a current teaching license in Virginia. While I tutor in various subjects, my favorite subjects to tutor are reading, history, and math. Reading and math are foundational subjects to academic success. It has been my...

Helping students achieve their goals and full potential is our biggest reward as a teacher. Being in the profession for more than fifteen years has given me the time and vast experience of working with students with different backgrounds.

I am a former public school teacher who holds passion for learning and service. I believe my natural disposition for motivating others combined with my extensive experience in education will make me a valuable tutor for your student.

...and minor in Chemistry at Virginia Commonwealth University in three years as part of the Guaranteed Admission Program for Medicine. I was admitted to this highly competitive BS/MD program on a full scholarship directly from high school. I am passionate about academic success and very knowledgeable in college and medical school preparation. My primary tutoring experience includes admissions coaching, standardized test tutoring, and essay revisions. I value mentorship and forming lasting relationships with my students....

...well, I am an adjunct faculty member at Thomas Nelson Community College. I have a Master's degree in English/Teaching English as a Second Language, and I have spent the past 2 years working in Japan as an English teacher for the Japanese government. Now that I am back in the U.S., I am excited to begin working with students and sharing how improving your language and writing skills can lead to world travel. I also...

My name is Aprill and I would love to be your tutor. I have over 10 years of teaching experience and I absolutely love to break down Chemistry to the basics. Too many people are afraid of Chemistry and my goal is to make Chemistry a people-friendly experience. Contact me and you will learn what you need to know.... The glass is half-full. If someone doesn't understand the subject matter, you give them a people-friendly version...

...Secondary Education English through Arizona State University (summa cum laude) and am confident and comfortable tutoring any areas of English including writing, reading, and standardized test prep. I believe that students can achieve any learning goal through organization and understand that sometimes it takes a little extra academic support to reach maximum potential. I am more than willing to take the time to discover the individual needs of every student in order to help him...

I heard someone say that everyone starts out liking math. But they meet that one math teacher or class or even a problem that intimidates them, possibly embarrasses them. And they build a wall and find it hard to continue liking math. I want to show them an easier way to understand the concepts; I want people to like math.

...love to make it fun! It is also great to see students understand and succeed as they don't always realize how simple something can be when it is broken down into easier steps! I have taught middle school, high school and college level Mathematics. I am also a licensed Mathematics and Special Education teacher and have worked with college students as an instructor and adviser. I love to teach and show neat tricks to help...

...with students of all ages helping them with their reading, comprehension and writing. I have over 10 years experience working with ESL students, but have helped elementary students with their reading as well. I have taught in the USA and abroad and have ease working with people from different cultural backgrounds. Maybe you have a big test coming up you need help studying for, I can help you prepare. Struggling on a writing assignment...no problem....

Second-year at William and Mary history major focusing on the 20th century, specifically experiences of non-westerners and otherwise marginalized voices. I believe that community and connection are essential to the human experience. I aspire to share stories with others through poetry and prose to contribute to a more cohesive society. Tutoring is a way to connect on an individual basis in order to facilitate the spread of knowledge.

...pre-med track. I recently took my MCAT and have taken lots of other standardized tests like SAT, ACT and AP tests. In middle school and high school, I have always excelled in rigorous classes and received A's in all of them. Although it was difficult adjusting to college in the first year of college, I learned how to tailor my learning to how to study best for different subjects. In regards to tutoring, I have...

...learning, and I get particularly excited to help spark that love in other students. Writing, proofreading, and editing are among my strongest academic skills. To me, good writing is about good communication both receiving information (e.g. reading comprehension) and giving information. Critical thinking, reasoning, analysis, and synthesis are key ingredients to good communication, as well as skills that are crucial to test performance. I have experience tutoring both high school and undergrad students in Spanish,...

I look forward to helping you meet your goals! Let's see what you're great at, and let's find some new skills to grow! It takes a village to raise an independent learner, and I would love to be a part of your village!

...Mary when I was earning my Biology BS. My teaching career started as a life science teacher in middle school, moving on to High School where I have been for the past 12 years. During that time I earned a Masters degree in Special Education. I have taught AP Biology, IB Biology HL/SL, IB Environmental Science, AP Environmental Science. In high school I played basketball and lacrosse, and enjoy any type of sport.... Being an independent...

...mathematics teacher and have taught mathematics for 7 years. I received my degree in Secondary Education and Mathematics from the University of North Alabama. My teaching experience includes 6th-8th grade mathematics, Algebra 1, and Geometry. I've also tutored students in Algebra 2, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus. As much as I enjoy mathematics, teaching is my passion. My favorite teaching moments are watching my students have that "a-ha" or "light bulb" moment. As a teacher, I help...

...Officer in the Navy until 1997, I completed a Master of Education degree at Old Dominion University in 1999. After earning my Masters, I began teaching Algebra II, Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, and Physics at private schools in Chesapeake, VA until 2008. During the 2008-2009 school year, I began home schooling my two daughters. I also began teaching Geometry and Physics in their home-school co-op. In 2010, I began serving students as a private tutor in...