Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Washington DC

...unknown. I like to inject fun and humor into learning and am the product of some really excellent educators who I like to think inform my teaching style. My tutoring experience began nearly four years ago when I began working with an organization that helps prepare under-served students for the SAT and the college admissions process. I enjoyed breaking students' preconceived notions about what they could and could not do, and I value the interpersonal...

...not have a particular favorite subject to tutor, but my favorite part of tutoring is when a concept first clicks for a student. My goal as a tutor is not just to help the student learn the material but to establish study and organizational skills that can help them throughout their academic career. I tailor my lesson plans and tutoring to the student's individual needs and learning styles. Outside of academics, I love to read...

...of standardized tests. In my off-hours, I indulge in a wide range of interests and hobbies. Since I was ten years old, crafts have held a special place in my heart; embroidery, crochet, and wire-and-bead jewelry claim most of my crafting time, and I design Celtic knotwork-inspired cross-stitched bookmarks. I've enjoyed gardening for nearly as long as crafting, and I love nurturing a vegetable or herb plant from seed to harvest. In keeping with my...

...MA from the University of Chicago in the Humanities. My main areas of expertise are in German and English language and literature, including an emphasis on writing, reading, speaking, and listening comprehension, as well as essay writing at all levels. I've taught at Georgetown University for seven years, and presently teach at the German Language School of Washington, DC as well. Previously, I taught at the George Washington University, in addition to overseas, teaching English...

Sharing knowledge is my most deep-seated value. I am passionate about helping students understand subjects and how to apply those subjects to real-world experiences. I believe that by applying personal experiences to learning environments and vice versa, students can better retain information. I have tutored in English, Project Management Professional certification, and Scrum Master certification.

...and am working in the interim between no and when my graduate program starts in the fall. I plan to be a high school art teacher as I find that art lends itself to the more difficult subjects to breach including social issues. By opening up these conversations and teaching students to remain open minded during them I hope to shape the next generation into critically thinking empathetic members of our community.

...diverse settings. I care about tutoring because I recognize the value of empowering students to achieve their full academic potential. Through my training and experience, I have realized the critical importance of reaching students at prime teachable moments in order to reduce their frustration and maximize their excitement for learning. Thus, I am drawn to the online and in-home tutoring because it facilitates effective collaborative learning that is based in and proven by results-driven research...

Engaging teacher during the day... engaging tutor in the evenings!

With my years of experience tutoring a variety of subjects, I have learned that the best approach to working with students is to prioritize their wants and desires for their work. I am especially skilled in writing across all disciplines, and would be excited to help bring your goals and intentions to life on the page!

...that these are not the easiest subjects to love, but I believe that by starting with materials a student is passionate about and working up to more daunting and difficult ones, love (or at least tolerance) can be achieved. To put myself through school I have been working as a special-needs nanny for a family with two small children, which has included a little bit of teaching as of late, but working with teenagers and...

...DC. I have a Masters of Education in Literacy Leadership from American University. I've taught reading intervention at the elementary and middle school level. As a Special Education Teacher, I am able to pinpoint the reading needs of a student and propose the correct intervention. As the ELA Content Lead I ensure that the curriculum is prepared so that all children have access. I currently teach 8th grade ELA, 7th grade reading intervention, and tutor...

Passionate about helping students develop the writing, reading, and articulation skills to prepare for college-level writing. Avid reader and writer with a love for teaching and sharing knowledge.

...high scoring essays, and collaboration with some of the best teachers in the state. I think it is also important to note that I am currently in a masters program for educational leadership, which highlights my commitment to teaching and learning. I have also previously scored for College Board for AP Language and Composition, which gives me helpful insight into the inner workings of those assignments, and thus even more informed on how to prepare...

...American University Washington College of Law and am currently concentrating on intellectual property law. Originally from California, I grew up speaking a mixture of Chinese and Vietnamese at home while learning English and Spanish in school. While I love learning new languages and about new cultures, I most enjoyed writing and reading in school. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, creating short films, and browsing independent book stores for leisure reading.... Students are the best...

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!

...the topic. Before starting graduate school at Georgetown, I worked as an assistant at a school for students with learning differences. Differentiation to help students where they are and get them to the next level is a foundational practice for me; I use some practices that have personally helped me as someone with dyslexia. I love random history (the history of salt, the reason we say the word OK, and everything in between) , true...

...them have succeeded in the classes that I was tutoring and received good grades in those subjects. I tutor math (k-8, algebra 1 and 2, geometry), elementary and middle school English, as well as Russian. I am passionate about teaching because I love connecting with students, learning more about their learning styles, and finding a fun way to navigate them through learning. I had great teachers throughout my life and I want to be the...

...English, ESL, and test preparation, I bring a patient, adaptable, and results-driven approach to every tutoring session. I believe that learning should be engaging, personalized, and confidence-building, and I take pride in creating supportive environments where students feel encouraged to ask questions and tackle challenges head-on. My background in international affairs and language instruction also allows me to connect with students from diverse backgrounds and tailor strategies to meet their individual needs.

...English-related coursework). Science, in particular, excites me because it allows us to understand the mechanisms that govern life itself. I love guiding students through complex biological processes by breaking them down into clear, relatable concepts and fostering curiosity about how science applies to the real world. My tutoring style is adaptive and student-centered. I tailor each session to the individual's learning style, whether that means using visual aids, real-world analogies, practice problems, or step-by-step breakdowns...