Award-Winning ACT Science Tutors serving Portsmouth, VA

...school and in college. I have always received outstanding feedback from my tutoring services and I expect nothing less from myself. I graduated from High school as the valedictorian and I graduated from Hampden Sydney College cum laude, so I know how to work hard in school and know how much work it takes to be successful. Since I have plans for becoming a doctor, I have studied for multiple tests including the SAT and...

...immeasurable impact that teachers make on the lives of young people. I also realize that the skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom will be used by young people throughout life. Therefore, as a teacher, I hope to be a role model that cultivates in young people open minds, the knowledge and ability to look at the world critically, and the belief in one's capacity to make positive contributions to society. With this goal in...

...needs. My areas of expertise include computer science, information technology, business, marketing, personal finance, Spanish, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL/ESL), and mathematics. I have a Master of Arts in Teaching (World Language Focus) and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Virginia, and a Certificate of School Administration and Leadership from Longwood University. I am passionate about helping students grasp concepts across various subjects. My goal is to develop their...

I wish to teach people in a way that gets them excited to learn and improve their skills! I hope my enthusiasm for the subjects I teach will spread to my students.

...Admission Program for Medicine. I was admitted to this highly competitive BS/MD program on a full scholarship directly from high school. I am passionate about academic success and very knowledgeable in college and medical school preparation. My primary tutoring experience includes admissions coaching, standardized test tutoring, and essay revisions. I value mentorship and forming lasting relationships with my students. Outside academia, you will most likely find me playing soccer on all surfaces spanning grass, sand,...

...and Curriculum Degree, I have designed and implemented lesson plans in courses for secondary and collegiate levels, modifying them as needed. Overall, my almost 250 classroom hours in three districts between Windham and Hartford County have primed me to effectively present new and dense information to a variety of audiences. I also have experience educating students who have learning disabilities and require accommodations as a result of IEPs, Section 504s, etc. I would love to...

...for children and their families with compassion and clarity during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. Teaching has been a constant thread throughout my journey. I've been tutoring since high school, and over the past seven years, I've worked with a wide range of learnersfrom middle and high school students to undergraduate science majors, MCAT test-takers, and aspiring medical students. I've served as a university learning assistant, an MCAT tutor, a pre-medical...

...with Varsity Tutors! I am currently a senior at Old Dominion University majoring in Biology with an interest in Wildlife Biology. However, I have a high interest in languages, as I have been studying Japanese for 10 years, Chinese for 2, and Italian for the past year! I also enjoy spending time with my 2 dogs, my enormous black cat, and writing. Don't hesitate to contact me, I love meeting new people!

I heard someone say that everyone starts out liking math. But they meet that one math teacher or class or even a problem that intimidates them, possibly embarrasses them. And they build a wall and find it hard to continue liking math. I want to show them an easier way to understand the concepts; I want people to like math.

I like to help students get prepared for university. I do this by simplifying the material they are struggling with, and re-presenting fundamental concepts in my own terms.

...human geography (and labs), marine geography, environmental science, Caribbean geography, globalization, political ecology, writing for the sciences, writing and research, and communication. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects and like to discover ways to personalize lessons. My first focus is to build trust and communication with the student, and give them the skills to feel independent and sure of how to succeed in the desired subject area. I tend to apply alternative methods that...

...level courses, while taking IB English, History, Mathematics, and Chemistry at the Higher level course level. I received my IB diploma and then received a full tuition scholarship to VCU, where I majored in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Chemistry. During my tenure at VCU, I held many leadership positions, including but not limited to, being Vice President of my fraternity and being lead teaching assistant for an Honors Rhetoric course. I was also...

...League and those At-Risk of dropping out. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to work with such a diverse group of students and subjects. I went to University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University, graduating with a double major in Math and Physics, with a strong engineering emphasis. I have spent the past 10 years working as a Project Manager in various fields. While I am happy with the switch, I miss working...

...SAT, ACT and AP tests. In middle school and high school, I have always excelled in rigorous classes and received A's in all of them. Although it was difficult adjusting to college in the first year of college, I learned how to tailor my learning to how to study best for different subjects. In regards to tutoring, I have lots of experience throughout my student career as I would tutor in high school for about...

...a Master's degree in Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution. Currently I am working on my doctorate in Ecology. As you can imagine, I love nature and I love teaching biology, which is why I also work as a zoo educator. I am comfortable teaching other natural sciences as well as reading, writing and basic math. I speak both English and German (my native language) fluently and would be excited to help you practice your German! I can...

My philosophy stems from the belief that a child's life is influenced by their education and self-esteem. Education and self-esteem are the foundations for students to be able to function in society. It is important for students to know I care about them, their learning, and their future. I practice and teach a positive attitude towards learning. I expect that my students learn and practice a positive attitude. ... My Philosophy of Teaching My philosophy stems...

I will make it the ultimate goal of every student I tutor to understand absolutely everything that they have trouble with. I aim to help with critical thinking and inquiry so that the student not only solves the problem, but understands the concepts and where they need to be used.

I have been teaching science for 14 years now in NC. I graduated from Elizabeth City State University with a degree in Biology and a minor in chemistry. I believe it is ok to struggle, as long as it is a successful struggle. If we don't learn it one way, then we change the way we are taught!

...ACT preparation and college essay writing, having previously tutored AP Physics in high school. My approach focuses on understanding each student's learning style and adapting accordingly. With college essays, I help students find their authentic voice while maintaining academic rigor. For ACT prep, I combine strategic test-taking techniques with thorough content review. I believe effective teaching isn't just about knowing the materialit's about communicating it in a way that resonates with each student. Outside of...

I love explaining things to people - and I've been doing it for about 25 years. I want you to finish a session feeling like: "Wow, that guy really helped me! (plus - what a sense of humor!)