Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...students to good literature and helping them to find the right words for essays. I have a B.A. in English from St. Mary's College of Maryland and an M.A. in Education from Regent University. My teaching has included English for grades 6-12, American Literature, British Literature, AP Literature, DC British Literature, DC Composition and Rhetoric, and DC Literature and Composition. In addition to teaching, the moments I enjoy most with students are teaching them about...

My academic background is in educational policy, human development and ethnic studies. I am well versed at a multitude of written communication approaches, including, research and academic writing, memo and brief production, personal statements, cover letters, and resumes. My professional background is in policy analysis, case management, mentorship, public speaking, and recruitment. These equip me with the skills necessary to effectively tutor through holistic support and teachings.

Hi! I'm a neuroscience student at the University of Virginia. I've been tutoring students for three years in various levels of math and English.

...can be fun and interesting. I studied Linguistics in college, which trained me in the critical thinking skills necessary for teaching Grammar, Foreign Languages, ESL, Math, and standardized test prep. I started tutoring when I was 15, and I was trained as a Student Teaching Intern with Breakthrough in 2010. I've tutored students ranging in age from 8 to 88. I love working with students individually or in small groups, and I readily change my...

...to peers and teachers for the extra help students need. I enjoy working with youth, I've been described as personal, polite, and respectful, and thrive on working hard to help my students succeed. On a much more personal level, I love music, spending time outside, and hanging out with my two cats, Dini and Minnie - they might even make a guest appearance in our sessions! I can't wait to get to know you, and...

...and study skills. I have two years of experience tutoring/teaching students in Pre-K through 5th grade in all core subjects. Additionally, I enjoy working with students with learning differences and students who think outside the box. In 2013, I earned my Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management. In addition, I've co-lead summer intensives for college students and students in K-12th grade. My tutoring pedagogy is facilitating student-led learning and empowering students to own...

I've tutored in London for over seven years, and I love the process of helping a student progress and gradually get better at a subject. It's what motivates me to keep teaching.

...Science at Caltech. I have years of experience tutoring students in test prep (SAT, ACT, SAT II subject tests), mathematics, and science. In high school, I have tutored younger students in mathematics and English. Throughout college, I have done private tutoring in SAT, PSAT, and math and science subjects. Also, I have worked with two students from China: I helped one boy with SAT prep and editing his college application essays, and I tutored the...

...spent one year in the Washington, D.C. area as a SAT/ACT instructor for a testing company, where I taught at four different area high schools and marketed company services to area high school students. I then attended the University of Virginia School of Law, where I was awarded a full tuition scholarship in part from my LSAT score. I also taught an SAT course for the same testing company during my time in law school....

D.O. student, Touro University Nevada Biochemistry and Molecular Biology B.S., University of Maryland, Baltimore County I emphasize foundational knowledge, high-yield study habits and test-taking strategies. Because I was a commuter with a part-time job during undergrad, I understand the pressures students face in meeting their obligations. I strive to produce results quickly by developing efficient, sustainable study strategies.

...advanced classes in high school. All the back in 1998 its fun to work on science, math, and literature. I am wondering if you can gain some useful knowledge from our encounters as tuotor and student. I enjoy working with people to find simple wayds to reach great heights. Hopefully we can achieve that together. I taught GED to some adults and was pleased how weel they did on their exam. I went to the...

...worked with struggling students enrolled at charter schools, and I have worked with students at top-notch public schools. While I tutor in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about History, Political Science, and English. In my experience, students respond best not to strict tutors but to engaging, fun, and supportive tutors. A quality education opens up a world of opportunity which is something I have experienced firsthand, and I welcome the opportunity...

...and backgrounds - some wanted to take advanced level classes, some needed help after getting behind in their current ones. All of them have succeeded in the classes that I was tutoring and received good grades in those subjects. I tutor math (k-8, algebra 1 and 2, geometry), elementary and middle school English, as well as Russian. I am passionate about teaching because I love connecting with students, learning more about their learning styles, and finding...

My aim is to not only help students succeed in their subject matter, but to ensure that they understand the greater concepts as well.

...of Michigan, Ann Arbor majoring in economics. My main tutoring subjects are microeconomics, macroeconomics, and math from algebra to calculus, but I am also able to work with students on a broad range of fundamentals. In high school I volunteered as a math and Spanish tutor, helping students with homework and exam study and assisting teachers with making lesson materials; during summer, I volunteered as a Junior Counselor at summer camp, guiding elementary-age children through...

I am a people-person who loves math! I earned my Masters degree in Industrial Engineering and I have extensive experience with test-taking and tutoring. I received my IB diploma in High School, and I have taken AP exams, the SAT, and the ACT. I have many test-taking tips and tricks as well as different studying techniques that will help you reach your goals!

...school and high school. I have helped children who are struggling in school and have also helped children get ahead. I have also provided students with SAT and ACT Prep and have seen successful results. Through my experiences tutoring, I have learned different ways of teaching my students. I can keep them engaged and teach them different study skills that help them succeed in their educational environments. I try to help my students not only...

I'm a former English teacher, published writer and currently employed by the Department of Education. I have a passion for helping individuals gain the tools they need to continually improve their quality of life.

...studied Economics and Finance. I have been a part of teams my entire life and I feel happiest when I help my team succeed. I had the privilege of teaching high school math in Detroit, MI where I helped hundreds of kids succeed and reach their goals in math. I am always happy to help and I firmly believe anyone can be good at math - we might just have to learn it differently.

...US school, with an undergraduate dual degree in biology and psychology. I have a number of experiences tutoring students from elementary school to adult learners in subjects ranging from algebra and organic chemistry to microeconomics and sociology. A lifelong commitment to learning has led me to pursue tutoring jobs or positions for the past 9 years. Even while I tutor a large range of disciplines, I especially like preparing students for the MCAT (in the...