Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Gaithersburg, MD

...is definitely gentle, but also firm in terms of expecting my students to work hard during the tutoring sessions and to work diligently on any homework I might assign. I am sensitive to the learning styles of my students and do everything I can to communicate in a way that makes sense to them. I...

...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 get to know the student a little bit before/ during the content....

...still having the tools to ace the test. My style of teaching integrates the real world as much as possible, while still instilling a strong control of the conceptual aspects. I focused on Political Science and Environmental Studies in college, but also enjoy math, physics, literature, and fine art. I did AP and the IB...

...with a minor in History, and I am currently obtaining my MBA from the Darden School of Business through the University of Virginia. I have been tutoring for about five years and I enjoy working with students to help them realize their passions for learning. I look forward to working with you!

...explain steps thoroughly and guide me through answering my questions. Although I didn't have such a person when I was younger, I would love to be that for others. It's important for me to show all my students that anything is possible with the right amount of dedication, patience, and support.

Studying can be frustrating, so my #1 goal as a tutor is to try to offer my students as many viewpoints and paths as possible through their material. I'm available to tutor for French, English, Writing, and History, as well as ACT and LSAT test prep.

...help them to succeed in the world; and the ability to read critically and write effectively are some of the strongest ones. My teaching experiences in 6th, 5th, and 3rd grade, as well as my peer tutoring in college, have given me a range of strategies for helping students learn to be effective readers and...

...taught a group of elementary and middle school students the basics of Java (a programming language). While I am open to tutoring a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about computer science, math, and economics. Through tutoring, and being tutored myself, I have learned that enthusiasm, patience, time management, and relatability are some...

...also being open to new approaches, can make science great fun to learn! One of the great things about science, in fact, is that there are a hundred different resources that will teach you the same material a hundred different ways. Knowing what works best for you, and why, will make mastering material painless and...

...Berkeley, UCLA, Wellesley College, Claremont McKenna, and many more. I have also worked extensively with ESL students and students with learning disabilities to help them achieve their goals. In terms of teaching philosophy, I recognize that all students have different strengths and learning styles. While working on a variety of subjects, I make sure to always...

...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 are a middle school, high school or college student wanting to improve...

...and I understand the stress that accompanies the PSAT and SAT exams. I am dedicated and hardworking, and I had academically successful high school and college careers. At Wake Forest University, I majored in anthropology. This background gives me an advantage as a tutor as it has helped me gain a perspective on the world...

I like learning stuff, and I like teaching people what I know in a way that I wish someone taught me.

...is to have students understand what methods of learning are most efficacious for them and how to apply that knowledge for future areas they might encounter problems with. This ensures that they are able to eventually learn material by themselves without assistance. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading, hiking, and exploring Atlanta. Maintaining a balanced...

I love helping others with processes I've found difficult at times myself. Having struggled with incompatible teaching methods, I know they can make all the difference in how successful a student is at a given assignment or in a class overall.

...Math, Chemistry, and Biology. I have taken many standardized tests throughout my life and accumulated knowledge over the years on how to master the art of test taking. I'm a firm believer in trusting in your training to achieve the best possible result, and I hope to instill that confidence in the students that I...

...and insecurities with the utmost compassion and understanding and work with the student to overcome them. I am also available for college guidance counseling, college interview coaching, and Common Application essay editing based on experience working in the admissions office of one of the top small liberal arts schools in the country. Hobbies include: reading,...

...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 military and took school in top tier university's.

...experience with an array of subjects, from music to Spanish to writing/editing. I love helping students to excel at what challenges them most and what they love best, not that those things are mutually exclusive. School is hard! Everyone needs a helping hand once in a while, myself definitely included. I have been on both...

...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 on his own terms. This...