Award-Winning AP English Literature and Composition Tutors serving Gaithersburg, MD

...Dance Marathon for Cancer Research. I am really excited to tutor this summer! I have been editing writing and reading materials since my time as Editor in Chief of my high school newspaper. As someone with a passion for writing and reading, I feel that I can be of great service to anyone in need...

...argumentation 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)....

...have experience critiquing and offering feedback on plays by college students and professional playwrights. In both academic and artistic settings, I love language almost as much as I love learning about the people I'm working with and fine-tuning the ways I work with them. My goal is always to make the process as productive and...

...I have a bachelor's degree in English from Towson University and a master's degree in library science from the University of Maryland, College Park, and I lived in Spain during college to improve my Spanish and expand my cultural appreciation and understanding. I greatly enjoy tutoring in writing and Spanish because language and communication are...

...Vanderbilt, I studied at a small Quaker school in Washington, D.C. The school's emphasis on learning via discovery serves as the base model for my own tutoring method. It is truly my belief that we all respond to guided inquiry and hands-on practice. Should you choose to work with me, I'm sure you'll come to...

...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 gain a deeper appreciation for the subjects as a whole. In our time together, I hope we...

...an alternative private school as a substitute teacher and tutor for middle and high school students. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about philosophy- but then again, what ISN'T philosophy? I love to encourage students to use their intellect, independence, and self-advocation to challenge and question the world around...

I have a certificate in TEFL and an enthusiastic attitude to creating an inclusive and enjoyable classroom environment.

...to fit into the shell that others had created for me, as both they and I shied away from change. But I am immensely grateful that I chose to explore the opportunities around me chances that I had never thought were relevant, as I was "not the right person" to take advantage of them. I...

...bring my own joy of learning to those I work with. I believe that students learn the best when they enjoy the material and the manner in 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...

...learning, and building their confidence. I specialize in history and politics, subjects that I believe are essential for understanding the world around us. My approach to tutoring is not just about memorizing facts but about making connections, developing critical thinking skills, and engaging with material in a way that feels relevant and meaningful. Whether you're...

...JCL (Junior Classical League) also known as Latin Club. As president, I created effective and informative games which covered materials from Latin 1 through AP Latin 4. For example, I made a children's book of the Aeneid, which helps students remember important events and dates through visuals and poetry. Since I've grown up in a...

...me with open arms. I began to learn Xhosa, which allowed us to share the role of teacher and student. My personal and professional experiences have shown me that education is the doorway, and community is the key. The best educators are not just ones who go to school and learn curriculum and strategies, but...

...and writing skills. Between undergrad and grad school, I taught English in rural France to high-school students, and loved seeing the improvement and learning from my students over the course of the year. My Master's degrees in History and Library and Information Science are from the University of Maryland. Because of my passion for aerospace...

...of my studies. Additionally, I have held multiple positions in the Johns Hopkins Chapter of the Alpha Delta Phi, with the most recent being Philanthropy Chair. This position requires me to network, speak in public, and organize charity events for the benefit of the less fortunate. These experiences, among others, make me an excellent tutor.

...students succeed. I primarily teach English, writing, history, and French. I have a bachelor's degree in political science from Yale University and a master's degree from University of Maryland School of Public Policy. I've worked in communications for the federal government for ten years and I've written a biography of Florida governor and U.S. senator...

...As they learned from me to analyze and write about literature, so I learned from them to consider novel perspectives on the texts we read and tailored my lessons to be more conducive to all viewpoints and backgrounds in the classroom. I now teach composition and literature classes at a community college and tutor at...

...taught World Religions to students at the Columbia University High School Summer Program, and creative writing/literature to high schoolers at the Young Writers Workshop at University of Virginia, as well as to adults in workshops all around Baltimore. I have a deep love for learning, reading and writing, but am eager to share that excitement...

...couldn't tell already), and I am very excited to teach new students everything that I've had the chance to learn over the last five years. My tutoring experience includes providing general homework help for children with special needs, both in home and at school, and providing subject-specific help through online tutoring. I have also worked...

...to improve my craft and recently achieved my National Board Certification. As a highly accomplished education, I am always looking to help students do their best. It is enriching to work with students who would like to improve. We have fun and work hard. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my...