Award-Winning ACT Writing Tutors serving Roanoke, VA

...they should not waste their time and money on. Through numerous secondary applications, I developed an understanding of the true meaning of diversity and how to appropriately portray this understanding in writing. Even on the interview trail, I had the opportunity to learn how to convey my assets to several admission committee members in one-on-one,...

...studying the world around us to anyone else eager to learn. I graduated in 2015 with an Bachelor's of Science Degree in Computer Science and a Bachelor's of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Vanderbilt University. I am currently a Master's student at Virginia Tech studying Mechanical Engineering and robotics. I work in the terrestrial robotics...

I am 46 years old, and I am committed to helping myself and others to understand the world. I love music, and I love words. People are pretty great, too.

...those interested in getting help with anything related to English, reading, or writing, you've come to the right person. I recently finished my Masters in English at Virginia Tech . I've taught freshman writing courses at Virginia Tech for one year. I have primarily tutored and taught high school and college students so far. Soon,...

...based on a personable and relational encounter because I saw early on that I would never be effective if my students didn???t know I cared about them. Then from this established rapport, I could understand what individual students needed to succeed. Whether it be gentle encouragement or an added challenge, I was able to see...

I am accredited teacher with a license in History and Language Arts. I love spending time sharing my interests with others and can't wait to connect with you!

...person, and I love math (strange I know). I majored in Mathematics Education in college though it took me a while to decide on that major. I graduated from Virginia Tech in 2014, and I just recently moved back to the Roanoke area from South Florida. I spent a year in Palm Beach County teaching...

...minted M.D. pursuing a career in emergency medicine. Before medical school I was an elementary school teacher in Washington, D.C. with some additional time spent in agricultural research and private tutoring. My passions and hobbies include medicine, reading and writing, hiking and basketball. Teaching and tutoring can be an absolute blast- and I look forward...

...affairs, policy and planning. I specialize in helping students with test prep for the SAT and ACT, but I am also able to help younger students with reading, writing and math. My goal with test prep is to ensure that students are prepared enough that they feel confident no matter what, even if unforeseen circumstances...

...studying. I encourage my students to ask a lot of questions and I try to approach a subject from many different angles including visual, interactive, hands-on, practice questions, and didactic teaching. I want to give my students the best chance to succeed, and to do that, I believe they need a strong foundation of basic...

...I specialize in science courses (Biology, Chemistry, and Environmental Science), various humanities (History, Sociology, Psychology), and writing (general writing skills, GRE and SAT writing). I believe strongly that an education is one of the most important endeavors a person can pursue in his/her lifetime and work hard to convey that importance to my students but...

A lifelong learner, I want to share my knowledge and experience with students in every stage. I hope that I can encourage them to do their best and give them the skills to succeed in their lives.

...recognize my own mistakes. I will never give a student the answer, but I will help them realize where they went wrong so they can focus on their mistakes. Especially in mathematical subjects, the true knowledge is in understanding the process of answering a question, and just knowing the answer is not enough. I work...

...was this happening? Students have so much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies...

...and trans-national identities in the 20th century. Prior to my time in the Georgetown German Department, I completed my Master's in Comparative Literature at the University of Chicago; and prior to that I completed my undergraduate degree in Comparative Literature and Cultural History at Marlboro College. I have consistently applied myself across fields and topics,...

...student. I have the greatest respect for that part of the human spirit that is curious and wants to learn. I find that if students feel they are listened to and heard, this allows them to feel encouraged. When they begin to understand that learning can be fun, the whole process becomes exciting and joyful....

...lecturing, providing homework help, and offering specific testing strategies to different students at different times. I have experience with the majority of science and math Advanced Placement courses, the ACT, the SAT, the general GRE, and the Biology GRE. To me, tutoring is a two-way street. While it is important that I answer questions, I...

...have also captained an award-winning collegiate mock trial team for several years, which involves mentoring younger students in oral and written communication skills. In addition to my experience, standardized testing has always been a forte of mine. I am enthusiastic about sharing the skills and strategies that I have picked up along my way. If...

...before the tests themselves. I believe that every student requires a different teaching strategy, and I believe in treating every student as an individual rather than a collective. In terms of me personally, I really enjoy classical and electric violin, tennis, DJ'ing, as well as electronic music production. I am also an avid gamer, and...

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