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

...tutored children within the United States and globally, usually ages elementary school to high school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Spanish, test prep, Writing, and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. I am a firm proponent of education, believing...

...several years, I decided to return to school for a Master in Teaching. I earned an MA in Teaching from the University of Maryland, University College concentrating in Secondary English Education. Upon graduation, I began working for the largest public school system in Maryland where I remain presently. In my near-decade of classroom instruction, I have taught all levels of English in high school and AP Literature. I love teaching and creating engaging lessons for...

...philosophy, art, and science. Having long studied and taught history, I have a great appreciation for how learning about the past can change the way we see and understand events 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...

...K-12 special education. The add-on will award me a third licensure to teach academically gifted children. I have been tutoring for five years, having been a high school writing tutor for three years, and currently tutoring elementary school reading comprehension and math. While I am passionate about all aspects of English, I especially enjoy tutoring reading. When I am not busy tutoring, I enjoy volunteering, hanging out with friends, and listening to music!

...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 gain a deeper appreciation for the subjects as a whole. In our time together, I hope we can pair enjoyment with results. I have solid teaching experience with students of all ages, both in...

...need to become independent learners. I encourage my students to approach problems with curiosity and resilience, fostering a growth mindset that will serve them well beyond the classroom. Tutoring has also taught me invaluable lessons in patience, empathy, and adaptability. Every student presents a unique set of challenges and learning preferences, and it is my responsibility to adapt my methods to meet those needs. Through continuous reflection and feedback, I strive to improve my tutoring...

...world and the primary source of power in our society. I've been a high school English teacher for over 10 years to equip students with critical thinking, argumentation, and language arts creativity skills. I hold a Master of Arts in Communication from West Texas A&M University and I was a member of the policy debate team at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. I teach or have taught AP Seminar, AP English Language, AP English Literature,...

...help. I became more involved in education when I worked as a co-teacher with Peace by Peace, where I taught non-violent conflict resolution skills to fourth grade students during my senior year. It was rewarding to watch the students grasp new concepts, test new teaching strategies, and see the results. After graduation, I joined the US Peace Corps where I provided community health education at a village health center. Instructing village health staff in community...

...a high needs elementary school in Southeast DC, and as such have really developed hands-on and behavioral management skills with children. Furthermore, I focused on early literacy skills and teaching techniques that I believe make me a good tutor . My literacy tutor training combined with both my undergraduate degree in English and graduate degree in Gender Policy, makes me a good tutor because I have both the teaching experience and the academic knowledge to...

Thanks to one-on-one help in middle and high school, I not only achieved stronger grades/test scores, but gained the confidence I will continue to use even beyond graduate school. I hope to give others the same invaluable tool set!... The ways I've always preferred to learn myself are typically the ways I teach. Once it seems like a student has a pretty strong understanding of a subject, I like to play competitive or timed games. It...

I am a current senior at the University of Maryland studying Criminal Justice and English Language and Literature. I love teaching children and using my own knowledge to help others foster an understanding of the same material that is their own.

...Masters in Physiology from Georgetown University. Aside from my academics, I am incredibly passionate about serving underprivileged communities and working with health equity. At the University of Miami, I created 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...

...about 20 years. I believe that every student can develop their writing skills. More importantly, I approach writing as a learning skill, which means as you develop your writing skills, you simultaneously develop your learning skills necessary for both school and life. Studying literature is also a skill that anybody can develop and will also lead to better critical analysis skills necessary for any other purpose. I can also help students understand the logic of...

...school through high school and as an assistant teacher in elementary schools and kids' theater classes. I also 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 supportive as...

...to pursue a Master's degree focused on education policy. My tutoring experience is primarily with middle and high schoolers, working together to create innovative ways of engaging with curriculum. I believe that all students can achieve their highest potential given the right skills and support. While I tutor a wide range of subjects, I especially love reading, writing and the social sciences and all opportunities to share my interests in literature and history. In my...

...teaching for over 20 years. Recently, I took a Saga coaching course to hone my tutoring skills. My tutoring style is learner centered and the first thing I do in our session is boost your confidence. I am patient and I like for you to ask me any questions you have. I want you to learn the skills necessary to write A+ papers! The classes I have taught include writing, humanities, humanities with an Africana...

...from James Madison University. I am 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...

...that can be experienced when you help others see their potential and the beauty in learning. I love the endless knowledge you can obtain when learning, especially when you share 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...

...and I have been an English 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,...

...a B.A. in International Service in 2014. Through my own studies and several positions within the university, I have considerable experience with instruction in academic writing, critical reading, and test-taking strategies. My interests include reading non-fiction and fantasy, learning new languages, hiking, and running. In terms of tutoring, my specialties are the ACT, AP history, social sciences, AP English Language, AP English Literature, College essays, general reading, and writing skills. I am comfortable working with...