Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Norfolk, VA

...with a concentration in Finance. In college, I made the most of the small school experience by getting involved. I was President of my fraternity, tutored Spanish to Longwood Student-Athletes, and played in as many Intramural Sports as possible. During a summer in College, I studied abroad to Spain and Greece. I have always liked to travel and the Spanish Language. I am very personable and easy-going. I am patient, and take pride in conquering...

...can obtain a career that doesn't feel like work. My name is Malik Laidlaw and from my beginning stages of school I vowed to pursue the life of an educator because I knew from an early age that a student can only become as good as the teacher motivates them to be. I stand for understanding, simply because you wouldn't leave an artist to paint if the artist didn't understand the purpose of a brush.

...they need to succeed. I have discovered that my experience as an instructor has helped with my project management; and many skills I now have as a PM, I wish I had as a teacher. My strength is understanding that students learn differently, and often need things explained in various ways before fully understanding the concept or process. I am able to work with a student to discover what they need to move forward. My...

...participate in research as a volunteer. I even volunteered while a graduate student on a 2-week long research cruise that explored a unique ocean-bottom habitat off the coast of northern California. My favorite subjects are biology and ecology. As a marine scientist I am educated in the four major science disciplines of biology, chemistry, geology and physics as they relate to the ocean environment. I currently teach Introduction to Oceanography which introduces students to the...

...understanding of how to approach learning when working with students who struggle with a disability. My two most valuable skills are English and Spanish. As demonstrated by my test scores and chosen academic path, I excel in languages. After attending an academically challenging high school and studying currently at a liberal arts college, I have extensive experience in all aspects of both languages. In English, I have a firm foundation in the technical aspects of...

...is a former au pair and nanny who loves to tutor any subject, especially foreign languages! Meg has been a substitute teacher for nearly 7 years and she enjoys helping students achieve their very best. Her teaching style is unique, listening and positive feedback being its main components. Outside of the tutoring classroom, Meg enjoys snowboarding, soccer, running and reading. She loves to travel and go to music concerts with her family.

I am here for you, and my job is help you do better and build upon what you already know.

...and Mary! I tutored other students for most of my high school career, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I love being able to assist other people academically by helping them better understand the concepts that they learn in class. I believe education, be it academic or otherwise, is the cornerstone of many different types of success, and I would love to help assist in the education of others in some capacity and as much as...

Greetings Music Lovers and Knowledge seekers, I'm here as only a guide to the wonderful land of wisdom and clarity.

...of 3. I am also in school at Grand Canyon University my degree is a dual degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. I currently work as a teacher assistant in a middle school and love it! I love learning and love to help my students out so much! I am very passionate about teaching. My favorite subjects to tutor would probably be science or history. Although I am strong in everything that I teach.

...students with disabilities. This will be my 10th year as an educator, nine of those I was also a Varsity football coach. I have a masters degree in Special Education from Cambridge College, and a bachelors degree in History from Christopher Newport University. My background has taught me how to create differentiated teaching styles for children from kindergarten to the 12th grade. I believe all students can learn, in their own way.

...but I am particularly passionate about helping students with college applications and STEM subjects. My love for the humanities and literature arts also holds importance in my work, and I aim to encourage a deep appreciation for these fields in my students. In my free time, I enjoy watching films, reading, running, painting, and cooking. I find great satisfaction in helping students put their best foot forward and achieve their academic goals.

...my masters in aviation. I just recently graduated from Elon University with a Bachelors in Science Business Administration concentrated in Business Analytics. I also have earned a minor in Physics. During my time at Elon I was a student tutor. In that position, I earned a Level 1 CRLA tutoring certification. I enjoyed working with other students because I have been in the same classes and can give a different perspective on the information.

...the summers of 2011 and 2012 I was a para-educator in the 5th/6th mild/moderate Special Day Class at CL Smith Elementary in San Luis Obispo. Through these positions I have found much enjoyment in my students. My favorite aspect of working with high school is transition services. My heart is to help student learn how to be successful in post-school life. I enjoyed working with the elementary students because I was able to do many...

My goal is to prepare students for courses in various ways to make them as successful as possible. I hope to teach students proper habits and a routine that would make them successful in future classes.

...my love for helping other students learn when I would always find myself leading study sessions for upcoming tests with my classmates both in high 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...

...hello! I am excited to start tutoring 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...

...have a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences and Spanish. I love biology, math and Spanish, and I love teaching! I have an nine month old little boy, and I would love to continue to stay home with him, so tutoring is perfect for me and my family. I love helping others reach goals and learn new subjects. I have been tutoring ages elementary through college for about 7 years, and I enjoy it very much!

...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 mind, I am offering you tutoring with...

...Bachelor's degree. During my time in school I had the opportunity to study and complete Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, and Anatomy&Physiology classes. During that time I provided tutoring sessions locally in Harrisonburg as well as overseas during the summer. I try to make learning these subjects as low stress as possible by implementing the learning strategies recognized in literature (some books include 'Make It Stick', 'Ultralearning', & 'Peak'). The truth is that we all can...