Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Washington DC

Hi, I'm currently a first year at the University of Virginia, and I'm on a pre-med track with a double major in Biology and Economics. I took a good amount of AP classes in high school and I was especially strong in STEM related fields, and I have a very good background in tutoring students throughout my high school career.

...graduated from American University with a B.A. in International Service in 2014. Through my own studies and several positions within the university, I have considerable experience with instruction in academic writing, critical reading, and test-taking strategies. My interests include reading non-fiction and fantasy, learning new languages, hiking, and running. In terms of tutoring, my specialties are the ACT, AP history, social sciences, AP English Language, AP English Literature, College essays, general reading, and writing skills....

I am a freshman at the University of Maryland at College Park and a computer science major. I love teaching and watching students further their abilities in all areas. If allowed, I will strive to make every student of mine succeed in whichever course I teach them in.

I have taught and tutored for years and bring a lot of enthusiasm and dedication to my students. I like to approach subjects with a tenacious and creative attitude, recognizing that we all learn differently.... I think learning is a very personalized endeavor, and I pride myself on tailoring my efforts to individual students. I like to make learning fun, engaging and rewarding.

I love music, good food, and the mountains. I am passionate about anything that combines learning and science. I live to empower others through self-discovery.

...math, science, and engineering. I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Hotel Administration from Cornell University in 2010. After working in my field for five years, I decided to return to school to pursue a degree in engineering. I am currently a student at the Clark School of Engineering at University of Maryland. My favorite subjects are math and physics - I love problem solving! I feel that math and science are exciting and should ignite...

...am a graduate of George Washington University. I received my Bachelor in Arts in Global Sports Journalism, which is an interdisciplinary major in Spanish, Latin American Affairs, and Journalism. I have a strong passion for Spanish and Portuguese languages and enjoy teaching students of all ages in both languages. I have studied abroad in Madrid, worked as a professional translator, tutor, and journalist, but in my spare time, I enjoy playing soccer and football, cooking,...

...a Political Science student, I have written many essays on various topics, including development and environmental politics, and as such can advise students on both the technical and more abstract aspects of essay writing. I also tutored young children between the ages of 8-10 at an after school program in France, "Les Enfants de la Goutte d'or," and enjoy helping my friends with their English on an informal basis. I really enjoy all learning that...

...at New York University in Literary Reportage. I also have a degree in Documentary Film from George Washington University. I have worked as a writer and journalist for the past five years, and my expertise lies in helping students better their vocabulary, reading comprehension, and essay writing skills. My teaching style is to work together with the student to help them arrive at the correct answer on their own, which I find leads students to...

...Notre Dame. During these two years, I completed my coursework for a master's degree in education while teaching in an under-resourced school in Dallas, Texas. There I taught the skills of effective writing, speaking, and listening to students in grades 6 through 8 in grammar, vocabulary, literature, and writing classes. I would like to continue helping students realize their full potential by tutoring them in what I am most passionate about--the art of the written...

...all the difference to a student's efficacy and I enjoy finding what works for them! I take a positive, motivational approach to what is often a frustrating situation for the student. We will work together to meet their specific needs and learn self-sustaining skills. I teach largely through asking directed questions that allow the student to see their own mistakes so that they can be confident working on their own in the future. I have...

...school students. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, but I am most passionate about biology, English, and health economics. I particularly enjoy tutoring for NREMT test prep, anatomy/physiology, and editing medical and PA school admission personal statements. I have passed the NREMT three times, and my students have a 100% pass rate for PANCE and NREMT-B. I incorporate real-life examples from my career in emergency medicine into my lessons to help students remember key...

...constant throughout my extensive travels. I've researched the impact of education in post-genocide Rwanda, assisted high school students in Nepal with college admissions essays, taught business English to hotel staff in China, and worked as a preschool teacher in Taiwan. I have experience teaching English Language Arts, phonics, grammar, English conversation, elementary math, and beginner Chinese. However, reading and writing remain my favorite subjects. As a tutor, my top priority is understanding each student's unique...

...behalf of the university. I am a polymath: though my BA and MA are in Physics, I spent time as a Humanities major and was wooed by the Harvard history dept; I am currently finishing my MBA. Math and Physics are not things to be afraid of: Math is a powerful tool and language, and Physics is not only the study of how our universe works, opening up beautiful vistas into nature, but also phenomenal...

...size of one's success is measured by the strength of their desire and how they handle disappointment along the way." I found this to be true when, three years ago, I unexpectedly became very ill. It felt like I lost all of the progress I worked so diligently to make in my career, personal life, and spiritual life. It took a full two years for me to recover. I was only able to do so...

...In the last several years, I have taught test preparation courses at Gallaudet University for teachers who will be taking the Praxis teacher certification exam in reading, writing, and math. In addition to experience teaching and tutoring various courses and levels of English and math, I have a wealth of experience in test preparation and test taking. As a student myself, I have personal experience preparing for and taking standardized tests. As a result of...

...in education and training, I served as a volunteer tutor for the Alexandria Public School System at Cora Kelley Elementary School. With the program, "Book Buddies", I tutored second through fifth graders in Reading. Later, I was hired by Alexandria Public School System as a PALS teacher where I was able to continue working with children on improving their reading skills. I have also tutored high school students, assisting them in improving their study skills...

...subjects are what I am most educated in. Nevertheless, I do posses great knowledge of political science, world history, and business. As a tutor I focus on connecting with students to not only help them learn the material but also to find the best approach for the student to learn. I tailor my tutoring sessions for understanding concepts rather than just solving practice problems. My goal is to guide the student to find his/her most...

...Army Nurse Corps, I precepted student nurses during their clinical rotations and continued to do this as a civilian working at Arkansas Children's Hospital. I attended Temple University for 3 years to study athletic training prior to the decision to change my major to Nursing. I attended nursing school at Salisbury University and graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). I offer tutoring in College Application Essays, NCLEX-RN testing, Nursing School courses, and...