Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Leesburg, VA

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! :-)

...because I have almost a decade of experience, but especially because I am always equipped with encouragement and patience. Aside from teaching I also enjoy playing sports, instruments, and having a good time with friends. I think these hobbies help make me relate to students which is important because they are able to see me...

...in styles of writing that range from technical reports to creative narratives. I also enjoy returning to fundamental concepts like algebra, geometry, and grammar that are essential for success in later studies. In my work, I aim to build confidence in your own abilities to arrive at the right answer. This means taking into account...

...my professional work, I have found a niche as an editor for written and data-heavy projects, which is a role I thoroughly enjoy. My favorite students to work with are the ones who are interested in learning the material, but need some extra time outside of class to wrap their head around concepts, or just...

I love to teach writing, reading and test preparation. I have been involved in teaching and education for more than fifteen years, beginning as an English teacher in Montgomery County. I have also worked as a private tutor, editor/copyeditor and technical writer. I look forward to working with you. ... I like taking 5 minutes, putting the books to the side, and asking the student to tell me about themselves, what they like to do, and...

...I can help with a wide range of subjects, ranging from calculus to composition and covering most things in between. I also have a lot of experience with standardized testing, both taking them myself and helping others to prepare for them, and with the undergraduate application process. In my free time, I like running, rowing,...

...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 school/intro college level. I am passionate about teaching and it is important to...

...and ACT, as well as the various subject tests that are required as well. I believe in the importance of preparing for these tests, and my experience studying for them has proven to be valuable. Some subjects I am quite passionate about, include math, biology and chemistry. In my spare time, I like to bike,...

...lower level subjects, such as middle school math, in my breaks at home. I have also worked as an English as a Second Language Tutor for a graduate native Mandarin speaker. I think it's the diversity of my tutoring experiences that makes me such a patient, dedicated tutor- no matter who it is, I can...

...was able to do so. Although I only had three weeks to share with these children, I believe that the information I shared with them helped build a foundation for their future, and not only inspired them to learn more of the English language, but also motivated them to excel in learning new information in...

I can teach you to speak, read and write in Arabic and Spanish. Alternatively, you can choose to study Arabic or Spanish only. I am also a fun and energetic teacher of English Language Arts and social studies and Eurasian history.

...a Minor in Music. I also had the opportunity to pursue a bit of adventure during college, spending a full six months living in Latin America as a public health intern in Honduras and an exchange student in Mexico. All of these experiences have shaped who I am today and I am eternally grateful not...

...in Jordan. During my time abroad, I volunteered at various non-profits teaching English as a foreign language to refugees who had relocated to Jordan. My experiences in Jordan, along with my Argentinian heritage, have given me a unique global perspective. Currently, I work in the human rights and international development field at a non-profit in...

...determined to help students with their ACT/SAT scores as I believe that having a good understanding of entrance exams will in turn be a great asset when applying to colleges. As I had gotten a 35 on the ACT (around a 1570 on SAT) I am confident that my insight and mentorship will help students...

...part of the writing process and helping them find their own voice along the way, skills I find to be underemphasized in middle and high school education. My own experience preparing for dozens of standardized tests, from APs to the ACT to SAT subject tests, has also been instructive in helping students create study plans...

I'm a recent Yale grad living in Washington, D.C., where I work for the Washington Nationals. I'm a lifelong sports fanatic and love helping out those seeking to meet their academic goals!

...Then together we will develop a new strategy. I am personally an auditory and visual learner, and struggle to stay focused in lectures lasting more than 30 minutes. Therefore, my strategies for my own success and the success of my students include interactive activities, use of diagrams, lots of color, repetition, funny or memorable stories,...

...to George Washington University to get my doctorate in Occupational Therapy in the fall. I started my own tutoring business when I was 12 and kept it going until I graduated high school, so I really love tutoring and helping others. My favorite subject in school was math, and I love helping others understand it...

...in a classroom setting. With our one-on-one time I'm able to get my students to more deeply and personally engage with the material, ultimately resulting in a richer understanding that corresponds directly to improved performance on assessments, essays, and standardized tests (particularly the AP exams). Additionally, I've always been one of those weird people who...

...by Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Humanities. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Human Resources Management at George Washington University right outside of DC. While I tutor many subjects, I am most passionate about Psychology and Writing with the intent of obtaining a PHD in the future. I find the tutoring process to...