Award-Winning ACT Writing Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...growing up and teaching in Prince George's County; to be sure, my new setting offers its own brand of a diverse student body, and I'm grateful for the challenges my students present to me every day. Whether at the college or high school level, I have always tried to make my classroom student-centereda place where students are not passive listeners but active agents in their own learning. Tutoring enables me to empower students even further...

...middle school in Ward 8 in Washington, DC. While many students in Ward 8 may look similar to an outside observer, a closer look reveals complex individuals with diverse educational, social and emotional needs. In this environment I strove to solidify my understanding of what it means to be a teacher. A 'good teacher' has to be ready to change, to be willing to admit when an assignment or learning strategy has fallen short of...

...In addition, I am a volunteer at the Comer Children's Hospital at UChicago Medicine. Throughout my time tutoring students of ages K-12, I have had the most experience in STEM topics including math and science as well as Spanish, whether it is for school or for standardized test prep. On top of these subjects, I have taught music to underprivileged children in Peru and neurodivergent children in the Chicago community. In my spare time, I...

Spreading education has always been a goal for me, and I found tutoring to be one of best methods of actualizing this dream. Not to mention, I find it very enjoyable, and I learn quite a lot from it myself!

...7 years; four years at the elementary school level and three at the middle school level. I am a certified Special Education teacher in the state of Maryland, and over the last several years have primarily taught math classes for students with and without disabilities. While I teach a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math and Writing. I am a firm believer that all students the ability to grow and learn....

...with a degree in computer science. My teaching style is simple and relaxed, putting an emphasis on what students know already and building from there. The biggest teaching mistake I believe exists is starting from a concept that a student doesn't understand and unknowingly confusing them more. My goal is to get students excited about what they're learning and constantly remind them of the "why": how it all matters in the real world.

...Redland Middle School. Next, I moved to San Jose, Costa Rica where I studied Spanish while living with a local family. I also earned my certification to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) during this time, and later taught business English to adults in San Jose. Recently, I returned to the area after two years living in Medellin, Colombia where I taught English at La Universidad Catolica de Oriente. I believe that providing positive...

...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 you might...

...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. My teaching...

...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 sides of the tutoring table, and I know what quality teaching feels like. Thank you for your interest in my profile! I hope we can meet...

I recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University, majoring in Environmental Engineering and Economics. Since coming to the east coast, I have tutored local Baltimore elementary students in elementary/middle school math and reading and writing. However, I also have experience teaching high school students for Science Olympiad, a common high school science competition. I am a super flexible tutor and believe that teaching styles should and can be adapted to every student's needs.

...but taking some time off to be a scientist and learn more about our hormones and our brains. In addition to medicine, I have a passion for mentoring and tutoring. I worked as a youth mentor and counselor throughout high school, college, and medical school, and love fostering curiosity, confidence, and independence in excited young minds. I think that sometimes the pressures of school, standardized testing, and college admissions can burn out otherwise excited and...

...I have particular expertise with languagesI've studied Spanish for over a decade and just returned from a year of living in Spain. I also have experience teaching English as a second language, and I'm comfortable teaching grammar, speaking, listening, and writing skills. Additionally, I have experience with editing essays and strong background in several other subjects including History, Reading, Literature, and Politics. I would be happy to help you with any of these areas, or...

I am an evaluator and researcher experienced in research, writing, analytics, and the Spanish language. I love the opportunity to connect with students and help them to reach their learning goals. I also love helping others feel more comfortable and confident speaking Spanish in a conversational setting. I hope to help you grow your skillset and achieve success academically and personally!

...but during the summer I'm located in Silver Spring, Maryland. In high school I completed an International Baccalaureate diploma along with several AP classes. In my free time I love to draw, paint, and read. Currently I'm exploring environmental education through an internship with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. I'm a visual learner myself and am strong in the humanities and writing!If you have any questions or would like to get to know me better,...

My name is Conner Sciullo, and I am a undergraduate student at Loyola University Maryland in the class of 2026. The English Language, in particular the nuance of words and the use of language for effective communication, is my passion. I hope to help my students read and write efficiently and effectively.

...to study Environmental Sustainability. My love of nature and the outdoors really strengthened my desire to pursue a career in environmental science. Although science is what I have chosen to study, I am extremely strong in the areas of reading, writing, editing, history and general social studies. In high school I excelled in AP Composition, Literature, World History, and European History. My test scores from high school reflect a strong understanding of the material, and...

...and MCAT. I've always loved tutoring because it made me feel like I could make a real, positive impact in someone's life. Recently, it's been especially inspiring to see my tutees improve despite pandemic hardships. I plan on matriculating to medical school this upcoming fall, but in the meantime, I have been volunteering virtually, playing lots of music, and relaxing with friends and family. I look forward to tutoring more students on Varsity!

...major at UNC Chapel Hill, I took took elective courses in Spanish and Biology, along with the Chemistry minor that I was required to complete. My Math background comes from attending a rigorous Science and Math boarding school, the North Carolina School of Science and Math(NCSSM) where I completed 5 courses of college-level mathematics. In graduate school at UNC Chapel Hill and in my professional work, I have found a niche as an editor for...

...context of a rigorous curriculum, and I am compelled to share my knowledge and techniques with younger students. In college, I was the proud recipient of the H.J. Heinz Corporation Scholarship; a full-tuition award complete with 2 internships, given to outstanding academic leaders. I chose to go to Washington and Lee, however, I was accepted into seven other prestigious schools: Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Chicago, University of Michigan, Kenyon College, Albion College,...