Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...worked in the writing center on campus, helping students from all departments on campus with their research and writing skills. Between undergrad and grad school, I taught English in rural France to high-school students, and loved seeing the improvement and learning from my students over the course of the year. My Master's degrees in History and Library and Information Science are from the University of Maryland. Because of my passion for aerospace history, during my...

...a college student taking online courses toward a Bachelor's degree. I am passionate about assuring that learners at any age are able to get the most out of their lessons and are successful in reaching their academic and life goals. In my spare time, I enjoy creative writing, reading poetry and non-fiction, sharing time with my family and the newest member of our family, MJ, our beautiful 21-month-old pitbull, whom we adopted this year!

...in the Near Eastern Studies Department. She is the first person from her school to attend an Ivy League institution, and her academic interests include immigration and education policy. A Scholar in the Nation's Service Fellowship recipient with the University, she is passionate about public service and looks forward to working in this sphere after college. In her free time, she leads a criminal justice reform campaign on campus and dances with a student-run contemporary...

...make me relate to students which is important because they are able to see me as an equal in a similar stage of life, making it easier to learn rather than if they just saw me as someone who is there to tutor them. My goal for becoming a Varsity Tutor is best summarized, I think, by the following quote, "The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher...

I am a recent graduate with my M.A. in International Trade and Economic Diplomacy and have a passion for languages, mathematics, and economics. I am experienced working with both adults and kids, as I worked with my fellow classmates as a graduate assistant and grew up tutoring my little sister. I am patient, enthusiastic, and creative and look forward to working with anyone who needs help studying for a test or completing an assignment they...

...seven years teaching experience on both the high school and post-secondary level. I can assist students with standardized test preparation, Reading Comprehension and Writing. I have taught Government, English, World Religions, History and Psychology in the past. I scored in the top 98th percentile on the LSAT and specialize in helping students using proven techniques to increase their scores. Specifically, I can help students more easily break down the types of logic games and to...

...always been one of those weird people who didn't hate their standardized test experience. As much as anyone can, I enjoy the puzzle of trying to figure out what the person who wrote each question is trying to get at. Moreover, I strongly believe that skill is learnable and through deliberate practice anyone can become confident in their ability to do well on AP exams and the ACT/SAT. In my free time I love playing...

...also a servant leader. In servant leadership, the leader is serving and taking into account the needs of those they lead, infuse discipline, and encourages a respect for all. This sort of empathy is not a hollowed shell that shakes conviction from a leader but rather a means for adopting the norms of the organization. In a posting by Wagner (2012), "Individuals must possess the ability to empower, and influence all team members; especially senior...

Hello! My name is Serene and I am a first-year biology major at the University of Virginia. I enjoy reading, writing, and cooking delicious meals for my family! :-)

...my time in DC as an intern in the health policy and advocacy field and I'm looking forward to helping lots of students meet their academic goals! I have experience tutoring at all levels, from elementary school through college, and in a wide variety of subjects, from biology and math to reading and writing. I'm relaxed and fun but also efficient and organized. I believe that every student is unique and that I can work...

...George Mason University. I have been teaching ESL at Stratford University in Falls Church, Virginia for 3 years. I was also a Certified English Teacher of grades 7-12 in New York City public schools. I have a love of language and a gift for grammar that I enjoy sharing with students. I guide and encourage the students I tutor to build their Vocabulary, Reading, and Essay-Writing skills to help them succeed in their courses and...

...cybersecurity. In my academic pursuit, I have earned a career certification in Information technology, Network administration, and an Associate of Applied Degree in cybersecurity. In the process, I have taken classes in public speaking, Psychology, communication and project management where I had to work in groups and with classmates from diverse backgrounds. I have also earned a diversity awareness certification from FEMA for participating in interactive diversity training sessions. I believe all these experiences combined...

...long as I can remember. I absolutely love teaching and will push you to your full capability, never letting "give up" exist as an option. From public speaking and debate to math and test prep, I have experience teaching in many fields and will be more than happy to help you reach your goals! With fun breaks in between, our study sessions will be productive and enjoyable. You will leave feeling accomplished!

Hi, I'm Claudia! I love using the outdoors as a classroom and an opportunity for exploration and expression. I've spent the last several years working with all age groups, from toddlers to college freshmen, to make learning as fun as it is important. Ask me about mollusks or the American South (or anything really)!

...abroad in Berlin, Germany for two semesters, during which time I studied the German language, history, and culture Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, tutoring children of immigrants in California for the "No Child Left Behind" program; adults in Manhattan looking to improve their English (as I am a certified ESL instructor); and private clients in the Veneto region of Italy. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English,...

...Maryland. In high school I completed an International Baccalaureate diploma along with several AP classes. In my free time I love to draw, paint, and read. Currently I'm exploring environmental education through an internship with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. I'm a visual learner myself and am strong in the humanities and writing!If you have any questions or would like to get to know me better, don't hesitate to reach out! Additionally, if my posted...

...terms of teaching experience, I taught ESL at a high school in Thailand, I co-taught Environmental Education to middle school students in Cameroon (in French), and I also tutored middle school students in math and Spanish while I was in high school. I have spent the past year in study groups with my peers, and feel very comfortable explaining complex concepts step by step to students of all ages. I am happy to answer any...

...MD) in 2014. I worked for two years as a high school biology, anatomy & physiology, and AP environmental science teacher in Baltimore County public schools in Baltimore Maryland. Prior to teaching, I worked in and trained others in the fields of massage therapy and emergency medical services in both Maryland and New Jersey. I tutor in multiple areas of science including biology and environmental science. I love biology and the sciences, and I hope...

I have had a lot of experience working in the classroom as a teacher's assistant, and mentoring students one on one as well. I received an education in the humanities, but I'm comfortable with all subjects at the lower levels as well. I like teaching because it gives me the opportunity to learn as well, along side the student.... When I begin working, the first thing I try to do is get to know the student...

...for mentoring and tutoring. I worked as a youth mentor and counselor throughout high school, college, and medical school, and love fostering curiosity, confidence, and independence in excited young minds. I think that sometimes the pressures of school, standardized testing, and college admissions can burn out otherwise excited and energetic young people, and my mission is to help students have fun and genuine learning experiences, while also supporting them to be successful in classes, tests,...