Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Washington DC

...expectations my students, because I want them to achieve their full potential, but I make it clear that I am there to support them along their academic journey. My favorite part of teaching math is convincing kids who believe that they cannot succeed at math that they can succeed this confidence building is key. I love tutoring Pre-Algebra, Algebra and Geometry, because these subjects contain so many relevant skills that students must master, not to...

I am a recent graduate of Brandeis University where I double majored in Neuroscience and Health Policy. I am a veteran of the Montgomery County Public School system. I graduated from the International Baccalaureate Program at Richard Montgomery, and was an AP Scholar with distinction. I love working with people to help promote understanding, especially in the areas of math and science.... Teaching style should strongly depend on the student, else you risk either wasting time...

...Writing Consultant, and I've been a tutor for a DC organization working with students who fall behind in their school curriculums. I love interacting with people and watching students overcome subjects they struggle in and achieve breakthroughs. I consider my style to be collaborative and friendly, while being honest and serious when necessary. After graduation, I plan on traveling to Europe, working in DC, and spending time with family before applying to law school.

...classroom setting. I received a score of 730 on my Verbal Section and a score of 770 on my Quantitative Section. I use the ETS GRE text, as the Educational Testing Service (ETS) creates and administers the exam, and I find it the most realistic indicator of how the questions will appear on test day. I hand out guides for the Quantitive section (with formulas and hints for the Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry and Data Analysis...

...of cultures. My other hobbies are collecting various types of music and collecting Star Wars toys. I am anxiously awaiting the December premiere of "Star Wars VII : The Force Awakens." Give a man a fish, he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish, he eats for a lifetime. What this means is, I am not answer service. I guide students through the steps of solving a problem. This is especially true for...

...school. I am currently doing a Master's degree in public health and my schedule is very flexible. I am able to offer tutoring in a variety of subjects, especially in the areas of mathematics and science. I have tutored students before for SAT prep and have experience with teaching anatomy. I also taught tennis for five years which is where I gained most of my skills in teaching. I really enjoy teaching and I find...

...develop the awareness to budget your time, focus your attention on the problems that are most easily solved, apply a few heuristics that'll shave minutes off of some questions, and be comfortable throughout the testing process. If you do this, you'll give yourself a much better chance of success. The best schools teach the same subject matter as any other, but they surround you with talented, brilliant people who challenge you every day. At Varsity...

...teacher, currently taking a break from the classroom. I specialize in STEM subjects, literature and critical reading, and test prep. I earned my BS in Biology at the University of Dallas - a Great Books liberal arts college. I am a strong proponent of interdisciplinary, self-directed learning. In my work as a teacher, I make it a priority to help my students discover a love of learning, the skills to self-assess their needs and strengths,...

...in Math/English through community members. My duties often involved teaching novel concepts to students, assisting with homework, and breaking down difficult material into more understandable terms. I have a diverse and strong experience in mathematics, including algebra, geometry, calculus, and trigonometry. I come from a family of engineers and was always taught to understand the root of concepts in order to be able to apply them fluidly when problem-solving. I have studied, enjoyed, and done...

...I was eighteen. I assisted middle schoolers and high schoolers, ages 11-18, on their core subjects: math, reading, social sciences, and physical sciences. I also assisted them in Spanish (all levels), AP classes, PSAT skills, and SAT skills. My greatest strength is assisting students get more organized and take better notes when they are in class to facilitate how they study and practice their material outside the classroom. I am bubbly, persistent, patient, motivating, and...

...than just reciting facts or "teaching at" a student. I believe that discovery is the most exciting way to learn as well as the best method for producing long-term recall; it also tailors every learning experience to the individual student. I was most inspired to pursue this Socratic style of teaching after taking several courses in college from a professor who had perfected the technique. The majority of his class-time revolved around asking us questions...

...and debate at the Harvard Debate Council summer workshops, and have developed and taught a political philosophy curriculum at the Harvard Center for Hellenic Studies in Greece. I love working with kids, and I read and write children's books and young adult fiction in my spare time (as well as poetry and adult fiction). I love exploring ideas in fields from Literature to Neuroscience, and have a lot of experience working and volunteering in libraries....

I love working with students. I find it an exciting challenge because there are so many ways to be successful at it and I am looking forward to exploring as many ways as possible to help students learn.... There is no such thing as a bad student. There are only unmotivated ones and it is a teacher and tutor's responsibility to motivate them to learn.... Get to know them to figure out what they like and...

...a B.S. in Biological Sciences and Theology. I've always had a desire to help others learn--in high school I would often help my peers with material when the teachers weren't able to fully explain the material. I tutored high school students for several semesters in college and loved the chance to make learning enjoyable. I've been tutoring for the past few months. I am currently interviewing at medical schools for matriculation in Fall 2016.

...science is taught in American schools. I place a high value on education and believe that in order to get the most out of it, students should be challenged and take full advantage of all of their educational resources. It's very rewarding to see a students succeed and reach their goals through hard work. I most enjoy teaching life sciences and writing, but I have a diverse background in many areas. In my spare time,...

...fun and interesting. I studied Linguistics in college, which trained me in the critical thinking skills necessary for teaching Grammar, Foreign Languages, ESL, Math, and standardized test prep. I started tutoring when I was 15, and I was trained as a Student Teaching Intern with Breakthrough in 2010. I've tutored students ranging in age from 8 to 88. I love working with students individually or in small groups, and I readily change my lesson plans...

...taught extensively, tutoring children in math, science & test prep. I have also worked as a tutor for Reconstruction Tutoring Co, a company that focuses on providing instruction that incorporates education on minority issues along with the traditional subject. I have done private tutoring on the side, and successfully watched my students development into independent and confident individuals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Science and Math. I...

...my application. It was great to see how my students could eventually come around to seeing standardized tests as a puzzle, rather than a chore. I've since spent several semesters as an Introductory Chemistry TA during my undergrad at Amherst College, where I majored in Biochemistry and Biophysics, magna cum laude. I'm also pre-med; I'm applying to medical schools now, for matriculation in the fall of 2014. I'm very passionate about science, particularly Microbiology. My...

...lot of Math and Physics knowledge for processing ultrasound signals and writing software to display images, plus a little bit of Chemistry and Biology for understanding what was happening as we took images. During my time at UNC I also had the opportunity to work with Habitat for Humanity, both building homes and tutoring the children who lived in the neighborhoods we were working in. It was incredibly rewarding to work with the same students...

...process. I like to teach using a lot of visuals, because I think that they tend to be more easily retained than just words. I also like to use a lot of examples, so that students understand the real world applications of different concepts, and they can not only do well on exams, but can also use that knowledge in the future. Aside from tutoring and academics, I love to do any sort of outdoor...