Award-Winning AP English Literature and Composition Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...Fatima Koroma and I am thrilled to extend my math and SAT Math tutoring services to you. With a degree in Systems Science and Engineering and a minor in Mathematics from the University of Pennsylvania, I possess the necessary skills to assist you in achieving your academic goals. Additionally, I have a passion for reading and writing and specialize in aiding students with their college admissions essays. My mission as a tutor is to help...

...fourth year student at the University of St Andrews pursuing an undergraduate degree in Economics and International Relations. In the past, I have helped high school students improve in core subjects including biology, English vocabulary, reading comprehension, history, and math. While at university, I have helped fellow peers improve in calculus, understanding economic theory, and essay writing skills. I am most passionate about mathematics, economics, history, and government studies. In my free time, I enjoy...

...fresh while also keeping them actively engaged. I also encourage them to relax and reward them for good results. Some choose Starbucks frappuccinos, some choose pizza delivery, and one girl insisted I come shopping with her after the session and offer fashion tips, though thats usually not in the job description. The direction that my experience with each student takes is independently influenced by who they are, what they want, and how they learn. How...

...in a class. I also specialize in writing and editing essays and am willing to help any student in any level improve their writing skills. Besides that, I took nine AP classes in High School and took six AP tests, receiving scores in the 4-5 level. I have experience working with students from ages 5-19 ears old and am always ready for a challenge. MY goal is to help every student that I tutor confident...

I am a college student majoring in English. I want to assist students with work pertaining to literature, poetry, and speech as those are my passions.

...or idea, complimenting said person of getting a concept right and doing well on a task (because people need a little affirmation to know they are doing well and can be too hard on themselves at times), and walking students through a problem and challenging them a bit if they show understanding and want to go at a faster pace. I believe everyone needs time, guidance, and nourishment in order to best grow into the...

...summer past time. As I watched my mother teach, I thought it to be the most important job in the world. Observing the learning process is so rewarding for me. I love the way children's eyes light up when they have achieved a goal. Children are our future and my job as a teacher has always been one of giving children the tools that they need to succeed. I believe that emotional tools are as...

...when a professor at my university recommended that I apply to be a writing fellow, where I would periodically join English classes and work with the students in small groups on their writing. Through that, I found I enjoyed the work, and now I'm starting a graduate program in the fall and I expect to be teaching my first class next spring. Writing and communication skills are important for anyone in any discipline to have,...

...National Merit Scholar, and I studied Physics at the University of Maryland College Park. I took a myriad of AP exams in high school, passing all of them, and am very confident with College Board tests. I have helped students in a variety of subjects, but my favorites are Physics, Math, English, and SAT test prep. I strongly believe that every student has the capability to learn anything, as long as the teacher is willing...

...student at George Mason University studying Government and International Politics. I am a George Mason University Honors College member and on the nationally-ranked George Mason Forensics team. I completed an early college program and graduated in May of 2023 with my high school degree and Associate of Arts in English Literature from the Community College of Denver. Because of my background in English literature, American government, and public speaking, I am most comfortable tutoring students...

...My teaching philosophy is rooted in flexibility, encouragement, and connection. I try to cater my tutoring style to each student's needs and learning preferences. For younger students, I focus on making learning exciting and accessible often incorporating games or creative approaches to keep them engaged. With older students, I foster open communication and aim to create a supportive space where they feel empowered in their own academic journey. I always want my students to feel...

...Science Education, Illinois Institute of Technology, 2010/2005 BS & BA, Washington State University, 1996 RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL ROLES: College (3 years) - Science Education Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Arlington (Online only, In-Person and Blended) Courses Taught: Grad Statistics, Research Methods, Qualitative Methods, Quantitative Methods, Philosophy of Science, Educational Psychology, College (6 years) - Science and Math Education Adjunct Instructor, Illinois Institute of Technology (In-person and Blended) Couses Taught: Grad Statistics, Research Methods, Qualitative Methods,...

...the experience with your peers. I actively tutored through the English, Math and Science National Honor Societies in high school. I also have experience working for Kumon, tutoring younger students ranging from the ages of 4-11. I love seeing the excitement in younger learner's eyes as they see their determination pay off. This is just as wonderful as watching the relief on an older students face as they get through a challenging problem. That's all...

...teach are the social sciences (History, Political Science, Economics, etc.). I have a BA in International Relations and Latin American Studies from Austin College and a Master's in International Development Studies from the London School of Economics. I am currently studying for a second Master's in International Affairs from American University. I have 4 years of experience as a private tutor and 2 years of experience teaching English as a Foreign Language in South Korea....

...which it is taught, and so that is my primary focus when teaching. My favorite subjects, then, are English (Literature, Linguistics and Creative Writing), Chemistry, and Algebra. As a recent high school graduate, I also am very familiar with the Standardized Tests (HSPT, SAT, and AP tests especially) that a student might need help with. My primary focus when teaching is the confidence and comfort of my students, as those factors play a very large...

...a health education program for K-12 students and worked avidly in leadership and service roles in the community. From my experience teaching health education in schools and local youth centers, I have learned to make learning adaptable to the needs of different students and age ranges. Often times, many students struggle, especially in the new online learning environment, due to lack of hands on learning and they need to visualize the concepts in terms that...

...and processes happening around us today. I have taught hundreds of students at all different levels, primarily as a doctoral student at the University of California, Berkeley. I helped students there in a number of history courses to learn how to plan and carry out a well-researched history essay, better argue and explain historical events and ideas, analyze primary and secondary sources, and pass exams. I myself completed a PhD in History at Berkeley, and...

...I love all things humanities. I'm Oxford educated (BA English and French) and have an MA in English. I lived in France for two years, making me a great resource for French learners of all levels. I attended a rigorous prep school in Seattle, so I know what it takes to thrive in such environments. I'm excited to help you not only to excel in your courses and to grow in confidence, but also to...

...with a few years of teaching under my belt, I have developed a more defined teaching philosophy. Since having established clear teaching objectives through an emphasis on diversity, by providing an atmosphere of comfort and leaving students with a desire to continue learning, I learned to apply this approach to a variety of subjects including English, American and European History, as well as ESL programs and test prep. My goal by the end of each...

...academic careers, not just with the subject in which I am tutoring. I work hard with each student to help not only myself but help them assess their strengths and weaknesses for each subject. My approach is not "one size fits all." Instead, I listen carefully to each student and work with them on reviewing and completing their actual school materials and assignments to help them efficiently develop mastery over a subject. What interests you...