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

...a certified middle and high school social studies teacher. I have worked with all ages ranging from preschool to university students for the past 5 years. I have teaching experience in World History, US History, and Government. Additionally, I just returned from teaching intermediate level English, academic English, gender studies, and History at a university in Poland. My favorite subject to tutor is history because it is fun to make the past come alive but...

I am a graduate of Boston University with a Bachelor's degree in international relations, graduated summa cum laude with honors. I offer tutoring in a variety of subjects including writing, history, SAT and PSAT prep, selected AP exams, as well topics such as study and organizations skills, essay outlining and editing, and college applications.

...teacher for 24 years. I have a BA in English with minors in Education and Creative Writing. I also have a Masters in Education. I am comfortable tutoring all levels English, grammar, writing, literature and related topics. I like to tutor in a way that allows students/clients to discover the answers for themselves instead of me simply telling them the correct way to do something. In my spare time, I am very involved in theater--both...

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 analysis, as well as learn to brainstorm, outline, and define terms. My students/learners come from diverse backgrounds and cultures and include, but are not limited to my own children, their friends (elementary, middle school, high school and college), our family friends, co-workers, and their children (Military and non-military). My professional affiliations for English and ESL include the National Council for Teachers of English, 1990 to present, The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2009...

...Arts from Eastern University in Urban Studies with a concentration in Community Development. Through employment opportunities, I have had the pleasure of working with many students striving towards academic success and high school graduation; serving in both a case manager/mentor role as well as a tutor. I am well versed and have tutored students in all subjects, however my passion lies in the academic areas of English, Reading Comprehension, Literature and History. Besides my love...

...students across various levels, from middle school to college, helping them develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of complex concepts. My approach to tutoring is centered on clarity, engagement, and adaptability. I strive to create an encouraging learning environment where students feel confident tackling challenges. I take pride in breaking down difficult topics into structured, comprehensible lessons that promote both mastery and long-term retention. Among the subjects I teach, I am particularly passionate...

...for meeting students where they are to get them to where they need to be while nurturing the whole child is evident in the way in which she maintains positive rapport with both students and parents. As a lifelong learner, she is constantly staying abreast of the latest educational trends and research to bring more opportunities to both her students and colleagues. ShaRhonda Cleckley has a BA in International Business, MBA in Marketing, and M.Ed....

...all three of my semesters at UVA and am a member of the National Society of College Scholars and Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. I have been tutoring for six years, predominately working with high school students, and have completed over 300 hours of volunteer tutoring. I am very passionate about learning (some may say that I am a nerd!) and strongly believe in learning because one genuinely desires to become knowledgable in the subject,...

...the children aged from 7-13 an integrated reading curriculum, while also exploring their creativity through extracurricular activities and field trips. I have always had a passion for working with children of all ages, and teaching as well as tutoring has enabled me to leave a lasting impact on their lives. In the years that I was developing my skills, I also taught first grade religious education. I believe that time and patience is all that...

...University. I have considerable experience in teaching and tutoring others. Since early high school, I have tutored a wide range of ages and topics - from children learning science to freshmen in English 101. My teaching style focuses on coveying information in an engaging way. Much of the content, like history and politics, can sometimes be daunting - with dates, names, and events that are seemingly endless - and I craft my teaching to flow...

...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 family, including my husband and two children. We love to go hiking and travel. When I can, I try to catch up on...

...is what makes a student a lifelong learner who doesn't shy away from a challenge or the 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...

...also have an MA in Asian Studies from Cornell University. I love learning and working with lots of different people. I have spent extensive time living, studying, and researching in North India. I love traveling and meeting new people. These passions and educational experiences inspire my love of learning. I have experience teaching biological and cultural anthropology at Boston University. I have a BA in anthropology and Asian and Middle Eastern Studies from Dartmouth College.

I have worked both part-time and full-time for independent schools for 8 years, and now, I am excited to develop my abilities on this platform! "Creative" and "knowledgeable" are adjectives used to describe me, and they are my defining strengths as a teacher. Over time, I have also honed the focus and organization that now define me as an educator. This effort made me driven, hardworking, and nurtured a sincere empathy for my students.

...and learning new things. I'm passionate about helping students harness the power of words to tell compelling stories and express their thoughts clearly. I'm also an expert in writing personal statements, resumes, and cover letters for college or grad school applications. Whether you want to improve your writing skills, enhance your reading comprehension, or create a standout application, I'm here to guide and support you! Let's work together to bring your ideas and goals to...

...I'm an adult student at Towson University, and I'm studying to be an English teacher. I'm a firm believer that everyone can enjoy reading and writing, and each person writes and learns differently which I believe to be the beauty of English and part of why I want to teach it. When I was younger I was a student who struggled immensely, but the truth is I found the passion for it, and that passion...

...courses. My teaching philosophy is basically that every student is a unique learner who brings different skills and challenges. Therefore, my first job as a tutor is to analyze each student's learning style, strengths, weaknesses, and motivations and tailor an individual growth plan for that student based on those findings. Tutoring, like teaching, is both art and science. My experience in working with thousands of students over the years has taught me crucial elements of...

...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...

...be attending the University of Maryland King Carey School of Law! I have an array of tutoring experiences, beginning in high school when I tutored elementary and middle school kids in subjects ranging from math and science to social studies and English. In college I was an active research assistance, and assisted in student teaching. Even after college, during a volunteer trip abroad, I got the chance to help young children learn their ABCs in...