Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...my BS in Computer Science and Math, I've worked closely with a lot of younger students in intro-level courses. I learned during my time as both a TA and a supplemental instructor in these courses that helping people learn about their potential in a constructive and encouraging environment is something that I really appreciate. As a high school student, I was tutored for almost all four years and I realized the effect that 1-on-1 time...

...have only weekend availability starting then, but would love to help students through their classes and standardized testing! I have multiple years of experience tutoring math, reading, and test prep. I joined Varsity Tutors in 2018 and have loved getting to know my students and help them achieve their goals. My hobbies include backpacking and baking, and my favorite subjects to tutor are math and science. I'm excited to help other students succeed and better...

...lifelong passions. With seven years of collegiate study and three years of graduate-level training, I have acquired practical and useful standardized test-taking knowledge and study skills that I am eager to share with my future students! I also specialize in the areas of complex literary analysis and reading comprehension; vocabulary enrichment; creative writing; argumentative writing; construction of research papers; MLA and APA citation; literary theory; resume writing, and many other related fields. As an educator,...

...vulnerabilities that can accompany learning a new skill, and my first priority in a tutoring session is that my client feels comfortable and free to learn without judgement. I received my bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature and Film Studies and embraced my love of close reading and analysis. I worked at the Writing Center at my university and tutored undergrad students, then was a teaching assistant to the Writing Center's tutoring course. I...

...for an insurance company, a pension fund, or a bank. I know first-hand that math is very useful! My goal is for students to develop a conceptual understanding of the math they're learning, so they can understand what the formulas are doing and how they might apply in the real world. Beyond that, the key is practice, practice, practice! Besides doing a lot of math, I'm an avid reader who likes to stay active, so...

...second year chemical engineering major with a minor in computer science at UVA. In high school I took AP Chemistry, AP biology, AP physics 1, AP Calculus BC, multivariable calculus/linear algebra, AP Government and politics, AP language and composition, AP Art, psychology/sociology, and AP French. I worked at Kumon and have experience working with preschool, elementary, and middle school students as well. I am very comfortable tutoring in math and science up to the high...

...English Literature, and despite being accepted to a PhD program in my home state of Oklahoma, I decided to move to my favorite place--Washington DC! In addition to my years in school, I also taught Composition I and II my last year of my MA program, and tutored both in my MA program and for the Athletic Enhancement Center for my BA program! I've dealt with students across ages and levels of intellect, and I...

...math in the Washington, DC suburbs for 35 years. I take weekly hikes to the mountains no matter the weather. I have hiked the entire Appalachian and Pacific Coast Trails! I firmly believe ANYONE can succeed in math with the proper help. I struggled with high school math but was lucky to get good help and inspiration; I have since gotten degrees in math. I have never forgotten the early help I got! If you...

...a Math and Science tutor that has experience teaching/ tutoring Elementary, Middle, and High School Students. I am currently studying Math at WPI l but I have experience with Physics as well. I was recently a student teacher at Millbury Jr./Sr. High School where I taught Algebra 2 and Statistics. I believe that a student learns best when they are in a safe environment and feels comfortable with their tutor, so I always try to...

...of a wide age group. Additionally, I have taken the ACT, SAT, PSAT, was a National Merit Commended Scholar and graduated in the top 10% of my high school class, as well as have taken the MCAT. Through my additional science and public health coursework, I have gained expertise in writing in a variety of settings and completed my public health thesis. Additionally, one of my greatest skills is in helping students with professional development...

...only means to succeed in school but to become a lover of knowledge. This philosophy has guided me since I started tutoring freshman year in college. My strengths lie in reading, writing, and all things humanities. I have a genuine love for tutoring and the subjects I teach, and I aim to create an open, informative, and effective atmosphere with my students, one that can shape them into philosophers or true lovers of knowledge.

I am a college student currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing Management from Virginia Tech. I am passionate about helping other students achieve their maximum potential as I attribute many of my own successes to my own teachers and tutors.

...College Park in 2012. I am currently obtaining my Masters of Science in Education with a concentration in mild to moderate disabilities at Johns Hopkins University. I am a part time para-educator at an Elementary School in Silver Spring and I also work at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), in Bethesda, MD. My tutoring experience began while I was obtaining my undergraduate degree. I tutored fourth grade mathematics and first grade reading. I just...

...yearns to love and be loved. I believe that all animals enjoy happiness, but some do not know how to find it. I believe we all have a spark inside of us; some religions call it a light and science calls it life. From this life we can encourage others. I believe that this spark needs to be fed with love, and from this spark all good, positive, and healthy things grow. Speech is one...

...at Harvard Law School, where I serve as a teaching assistant and peer advisor. Prior to attending HLS, I received my bachelor's degree from the University of Rochester with majors in English, Mathematics, Political Science, and Economics. While in Rochester, I also worked in the Undergraduate Admissions Office, and helped guide high school students through the college application process. Thanks to my diverse academic background, I can help with a wide range of subjects, ranging...

...as a TA (teaching assistant) in English and Linguistics. 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...

...to take advanced biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and psychology coursework. I have also taken the SAT and MCAT, scoring above the 95th percentile on both exams. As an engineer, I prefer to apply problem-solving approaches to learn material, rather than rote memorization. Throughout my time in high school and college, I have also come across my fair share of ineffective teachers, and so I have found many free online resources and creative learning techniques to...

...and The Philadelphia Inquirer, and have served as both writer and editor for two of my school's publications. Meanwhile, I am often the de facto editor for my family. Editing has taught me that the best way to foster good writing--and by extension, learning--is through positive encouragement and good attention to detail. Positive encouragement is important because I believe anyone can write well if they're confident and know they'll find support if they occasionally fail....

...elementary school through college. I have been accepted to a variety of excellent universities, including Brown University, Boston College, University of Massachusetts, University of New Hampshire, University of Vermont, American University, George Washington University, Clark University, Syracuse University, Wheaton College, and St. Michael's College. I am most passionate about tutoring writing, reading comprehension, international relations, history, and politics. I also enjoy helping students prepare for standardized tests. My favorite experience so far has been working...

...they are struggling. During my time in the US 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...