Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Portsmouth, VA

...broad skill set to meet diverse learning needs. My areas of expertise include computer science, information technology, business, marketing, personal finance, Spanish, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL/ESL), and mathematics. I have a Master of Arts in Teaching (World Language Focus) and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Virginia, and a Certificate of School Administration and Leadership from Longwood University. I am passionate about helping students grasp concepts across various...

...variety of chemical engineering courses as well as an active tutor for Tau Beta Pi, which is an engineering honor society. My primary tutoring experience has mainly been with entry level college students in the fields of science, math, and engineering. I am a firm proponent of learning and understanding the mechanisms involved in solving problems as this results in a wider application of knowledge as compared to solving simply for an answer. In my...

...is not one-size-fits-all. I therefore employ a wide range of instructional methods, understanding that a strategy that works well for one person might not work for someone else. I make it a priority to listen closely to my students in order to find the best tools for them. My goal is not only to help them improve academically, but to help increase their self-confidence as well. Outside of teaching, I enjoy writing my own fiction,...

...Vice President of my fraternity and being lead teaching assistant for an Honors Rhetoric course. I was also heavily involved with Biomedical Engineering research, being a recipient of the Dean's Undergraduate Research Initiative Fellowship. I graduated from VCU in May 2015 with Magna Cum Laude and Honors distinction. In Fall of 2015 I started school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. During my tenure at the medical school, I took two years off:...

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 4th-year student at Gardner-Webb University focusing on Pre-Medicine in the Biomedical program and will be receiving my Spanish medical certification upon graduating. I have tutored for most of my life simply because I like helping people. My favorite subject is math, as is evidenced by the subjects I am tutoring in. I love English and creative writing as well.

I am a civil engineering graduate from Michigan State University! I have always loved math and science and working with student. I have worked with K-12 students from the time I was in high school, and even taught college level physics courses and labs.

...an AA in Mathematics and tutoring became my part time job as I continued on with school. I received my AAS in Radiologic Technology and a BAS in Business Management. I kept tutoring, even as a working Radiographer, I continued to tutor and support my students. I truly enjoy motivating and teaching those who struggle with math! I am successful at building a student's numerical sense and building the foundation they need to work through...

...I'm so excited to introduce myself to you. I have a MA in Special Education concentrating on Emotional and Behavior Disorders, and my BA is in University Studies focusing on English and History. I have a wide range of experience as a teacher- I've taught both in the classroom and online. My favorite subjects to teach are chess, English, and ESL. I strive to make learning fun as that is the key to retention! I...

I will make it the ultimate goal of every student I tutor to understand absolutely everything that they have trouble with. I aim to help with critical thinking and inquiry so that the student not only solves the problem, but understands the concepts and where they need to be used.

I am a middle school science teacher. I am really excited to be here because I want to help each and every one of you reach your learning goal and excel. My goal as a tutor is to not only make sure you catch up in a subject but that you get ahead. I've tutored many students throughout all grade levels including some of my friends in college and I want you to know that...

...I'm Ashley. I recently submitted the last of my work for my MA in history. I have a BA in History and Art History from Washington and Lee University and I studied for my MA in England. Now that I am home, I'm working towards a teaching license. In the mean time I want to work with students and help them improve in any way I can! I am an excellent writer and can proof...

...the world through math and science. I think it's vitally important to remove the intimidation factor associated with mathematics in particular. In my current position as a network administrator I spend a lot of my time explaining complex systems and applications so that all users have a working understanding. The majority of this work is one-on-one instruction. I look forward to the opportunity to give students that extra insight they need to have success in...

...the highest value-added score (5/5) by the State of Tennessee for each year I taught. I also coached and managed other math teachers for 1 year. I am passionate about helping students understand math in a clear and conceptual manner! Currently pursuing a master's degree in business analytics at the College of William and Mary. I earned my undergraduate degree in leadership and public policy at the University of Virginia. I minored in economics.

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.

...MCAT test-takers, and aspiring medical students. I've served as a university learning assistant, an MCAT tutor, a pre-medical mentor, and an ESL teacher for refugee women across the U.S. These experiences have taught me how to adapt to different learning styles, create a supportive environment, and make complex material more approachable. I take a structured, strategic approach to both learning and teaching. I focus on breaking down information into manageable, high-yield chunks to improve comprehension...

...I love being able to assist other people academically by helping them better understand the concepts that they learn in class. I believe education, be it academic or otherwise, is the cornerstone of many different types of success, and I would love to help assist in the education of others in some capacity and as much as possible! I hope that I can prove to be a valuable asset to the Varsity Tutors tutoring program.

...as a private tutor in high school and college Math and Physics. I have found tutoring to be extremely rewarding, getting to know them better and seeing the understanding in their eyes when they understand how a difficult concept or skill can be used and their happiness as they become successful in using it. I am skilled at and enjoy tutoring all Math subjects and both high school and college Physics. My favorite of these...

Hello my name is Niki and I am excited about assisting you in your academic success. I am a mechanical engineer by trade and I have been tutoring for almost 20 years. I have experience with students with learning disabilities and with IEPs. My resume is attached and if you have any addition questions please do not hesitate to ask.

I wish to teach people in a way that gets them excited to learn and improve their skills! I hope my enthusiasm for the subjects I teach will spread to my students.