Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving Richmond, VA

...the last 7 years. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, and Test Prep. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests is the most rewarding area for me to tutor because they can see and achieve their goals in a shorter and more definitive way. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life,...

...My own background is quite diverse I earned a B.A. in Philosophy and Math, a B.Sc. in Biology and a Ph.D in Biology. I worked as a Fisheries Biologist and, for many years, as a Senior Statistician. I've also written a novel and a lot of poetry! I have tutored or coached people from ages 11 to 60. I particularly enjoy tutoring middle school and high school Math, Statistics, Biology, English Grammar and Composition. I'm...

...Baldwin University and my Masters in Business Administration from Averett University. I have held a variety of roles in the Learning and Development space for over 25 years and have 11 years of experience as a college instructor. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about sharing skills supporting student success, math, and writing. In my spare time I am a writer, a runner, and a fanatical dog mom.

I am a sophomore at the College of William and Mary majoring in Government with a potential minor in Sociology. I've always been eager to help others learn, whether that was helping my classmates in high school work through assignments they were struggling with or my younger brother succeed during virtual school. I am always committed to maintaining a positive attitude, and my main goal is to see students succeed!

...a passion for helping students achieve their law school goals. I can help you achieve your score and school goals as I scored a top 5% score and got into a top law school. I can help you learn in ways that fit your style so you can learn effectively. I look forward to helping you on your journey and getting to know you throughout the process. Good luck in your endeavors!

...in Information Systems and a Minor in Network Administration. Aside from university, I work for the Virginia Department of Emergency Management Finance division as an Accountant. Work certainly isn't everything though! I am an avid Basketball fan, and an experienced musician. I've been a member of quite a few bands and choirs, and play 5 instruments, including voice. I love writing and literature and am very excited to be working as a tutor in my...

...am a devoted teacher of the English language. I received my undergraduate degree in English, with concentrations in British and French Literature, from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, Virginia. I then went on to complete an additional undergraduate degree in Spanish from VCU as well. I have studied grammar, syntax, and comparative literature for over a decade and I love nothing more than teaching students about language. I am very relaxed, open-minded, patient, and,...

...topics and teaching techniques. My research interests, particularly in world history and American history, have expanded my horizons and prepared me to engage students in challenging topics with every learning style. I am certified in CMP (Commemorative Museum Pedagogy), which trains educators to handle difficult history topics with tact, recognize the various reactions that students will have and respond to these reactions in specific ways according to which reaction the student has. My experience as...

...large variety of subjects. I worked at a place called "The Tutoring Center" for 8 months where I had the opportunity to teach students aged 5 through 18 in varying levels of Math, English, and Writing. I have also been now tutoring with Varsity for nearly 2 years. While I tutor in a large variety of subjects, I am especially passionate about teaching Math, Chemistry, Biology, and also tutoring in Standardized Test prep such as...

...makes me confident I can effectively help high school and middle school aged students in their classes. Additionally, I have grown up in a household with lots of younger siblings, and I have babysat for many years, so I am comfortable working with younger kids as well. In my free time, I love to play volleyball - I have experience coaching a volleyball team for the Special Olympics Program. My tutoring style is one of...

...was in high school as a teacher's aide in a class for children with hearing impairments and has continued in some capacity for MANY years. In the public school setting, my full-time experience includes every grade from Kinders-8th grade, and I have substitute taught classes K-12 as well as special education. Besides being a director of a preschool for children with various and multiple "abilities," I have been a director of a Day Program for...

...of Law. Prior to law school, I attended Virginia Tech where I received my Bachelor of Science in Finance. While in law school, I was a member of Resolved Law Review where we focused on scholarly articles pertaining to alternative dispute resolution. I also focused my upper-level studies around business law and taxation. Throughout my schooling I was a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters where I tutored students of all grade levels. I have...

...matriculant to the VCU School of Medicine Class of 2029. I specialize in tutoring test-taking strategies for examinations like the MCAT and SAT(1550 and 515 scores respectively), and Science-related subjects like Cellular Biology, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, Endocrinology, Genetics, etc. Feel free to contact me at this number: 571-349-8174 and this email: vud5@vcu.edu with any further questions or inquiries about signing up for tutoring, I'd be glad to answer them!

...a TESL certification. I have always loved school, which allows me to instill that joy in my students to get them motivated. I believe in a comfortable and communicative environment for my students to thrive in. A main focus in my ESL teaching philosophy is to allow the transition from my sessions to a new environment, such as their school classroom, as easy as possible. Providing students with comfort in the language, speaking skills, and...

...Girls Club; and private clients in Richmond, Virginia. In 2010, I had the opportunity to spend six months in Central America, where I gained fluency in Spanish and became familiar with Latin American history and culture. I am an expert writer and communicator in both English and Spanish, and my thorough knowledge of linguistics (phonetics and syntax) makes me especially qualified to help second language learners. While I am an effective and capable tutor for...

...create culturally responsive lessons that students will engage with. I am most passionate about English, Literature, History, and Spanish. In my experience, working to prepare students for state standardized tests has had the additional benefit of helping students to discover what they enjoy reading about. This increase in intrinsic motivation to read has had an important impact on struggling students. I am dedicated towards ensuring that students are provided with an education that increases their...

...which I believe are crucial to adapting to different students and their academic needs. In my case, this has included three years of teaching Chemistry I, Advanced Placement Chemistry, and Physical Science in the public-school system (North Carolina and Georgia). Moreover, I have been a certified tutor for Sylvan Learning Center for almost a decade in all levels of Math, Science, Reading Comprehension, and Writing Skillsincluding Elementary, Intermediate, and Advancedspanning all age groups. In addition...

...I have tutored students outside of the classroom for many years. My qualifications include reading comprehension, analytical and creative writing, grammar and test prep. Because all students are unique, I meet each one where he or she is in the learning process, taking into account individual learning styles. In addition, I have a gift for making my sessions engaging and even fun. My students have enjoyed a lot of success over the years, which is...

...high school and college, but I am new to Varsity Tutors. I am excited about the opportunity to help tutor new students through this platform. Having experienced the pressures of standardized testing myself not all that long ago, I have a passion for helping my students achieve their highest potential. I hope to help them be accepted into their college of choice as I was. I especially enjoy the specific challenges of the ACT and...

...have always been involved with education and young children due to my lifelong involvement with my mother's first grade class, as well as being a youth camp counselor for many years. I believe every educator intends to support the curiosity and creativity of their students, my specialty is exploring the world around us through reading. Roald Dahl and Shel Silverstein are among my favorites, I always enjoy the fascinating and funny characters in their stories...