Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving Rockville, MD

...it feels so satisfying to compose and read a well-written essay. I was diagnosed with ADD/ADHD as a child, and have worked hard building skills and habits to help me succeed in difficult academic and professional settings. I believe that patience and listening are crucial to being a good tutor, and that it is always important to give students a sense of ownership and control of the work that they are doing. In my free time,...

...university's peer tutoring program, as well as a course assistant in both Russian language classes (as a native speaker helping English speakers) and an introductory history course. These experiences have taught me that the most important approach to education is empathy and seeking to meet the student at their level, no matter where they are, and building from there. I tutor a broad range of subjects, and I am most experienced with conversational language learning,...

...guiding the student through how to approach a problem. This breaks the problem into more manageable steps and makes it less intimidating. Outside of academics I like going for quiet walks, playing piano, going horseback riding, building 3D-printed robots, and learning random factoids. Fun fact: octopuses can edit their own genes! (While we are on the subject, the plural of "octopus" is "octopuses" not "octopi" because the word comes from Greek not Latin.)

...degrees I have obtained are Associates in Gen ED: Stem, a BA in Physics, and a BA in History. I also plan on working toward a JD (Juris Doctorate) in the fall. I tutor Physics, Calculus, Algebra, and SAT Math. However, my favorites to tutor are Physics and Calculus. Both of these subjects are essentially the same, but are also different. Regardless, both of these subjects help describe the world. It is so cool learning...

...want to know how a student is coming to their conclusions and gently helping to guide them on the right path and reinforcing their current understandings of the material. Outside of academia I love to listen to music and practice piano and guitar. On both instruments, I'm relatively proficient and love talking about music. Cooking and astronomy are also two hobbies that are near and dear to my heart outside of academia, and I love...

I'm a recent Yale grad living in Washington, D.C., where I work for the Washington Nationals. I'm a lifelong sports fanatic and love helping out those seeking to meet their academic goals!

...in the field of science and technology policy, and I've had the pleasure of working with organizations such as the Japanese government, NATO, the U.S. Department of Defense, and even the White House! In this field, it is imperative to have a multidisciplinary background, which I believe helps me a great deal in tutoring! I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a 3.98 GPA from the University of Florida, and I graduated high school with a...

I am a recent graduate of Washington and Lee University, with a B.A. in American History. My main academic interests are U.S. History and U.S. Politics and Government, with a focus on the 20th century. I enjoyed my AP courses in these subjects, among others, and hope that I can share that enthusiasm with potential students. I look forward to meeting and working with you.

...senior studying International Affairs, Security Policy, and Latin America at George Washington University. Next fall, I will begin my Master's Degree in Politics and International Studies from Cambridge University. I am eager to help students in writing, history, government, and Spanish. In my spare time, I volunteer as a student educator at a DC-based nonprofit that uses Division 1 athletes as health instructors. As a tutor, I want to promote a safe environment for students...

...a passionate writer and understand the pressure students face in writing college application essays. My experience with college essays comes not only from helping students, but also writing essays for multiple schools when I was applying to college. I strongly believe that success is methodical and all students are capable of succeeding with the right regimen and motivation. Overall, my love for helping others succeed academically, as well as my flexible schedule, makes me a...

...am also a student, so I can better relate to the current teaching methods. Finally, I am brilliant and an expert test taker. I was in the top 3% of high school scholars in California, and I have continually made the deans list while taking both science and arts and humanities classes in college. In high school, I tutored freshman in math and english as part of my Key Club requirements. Additionally, in my previous...

...in the dining hall working with writers to copyedit both reported pieces and personal essays. As an editor, I make sure to provide sufficient guidance without overstepping. I also have further experience working with middle and high schoolers as a camp counselor, as well as experience teaching elementary schoolers within the museum space. Although I tutor a broad array of subjects, I'm most excited about working with students on essay writing, reading, and history. And...

...I also earned my certification to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) during this time, and later taught business English to adults in San Jose. Recently, I returned to the area after two years living in Medellin, Colombia where I taught English at La Universidad Catolica de Oriente. I believe that providing positive reinforcement and encouragement are essential to students' growth and success, but I also have high expectations for my students and want...

...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 emphasis, literary theory, American literature, British literature, women's literature, and African American literature. But I can tutor you in any subject as long as there is a paper involved....

...on exams is confidence. In addition to working on the hard skills, I will help you figure out what your mental blocks are and be your cheerleader to help you believe that you are more than capable of getting where you need to be. Whatever your aim - to ace your next exam or get the score you need to get into your dream school, I'm happy to help you get there! I have an...

My goal is to help my students enjoy learning and to feel as confident as possible in subjects where they experience difficulties. I aim to set my students up for "small wins" as they master a more challenging subject, so that they can derive greater confidence and a sense of accomplishment as they learn.

...hiking or camping with my family; I have a huge passion for the environment and the policy surrounding it and even hold an undergraduate degree in Environmental Policy! I am a strong supporter of family involvement and collaboration. And with that comes flexibility! Life is hard and tutoring should be here to make it easier - I try to be as accessible and flexible as possible when communicating and planning with families. If we seem...

My academic background includes an undergraduate degree in International Relations and a Master's in Applied Math and Statistics, which I am currently pursuing. Outside of school my interests are reading, music, TV, working out, exploring the city, traveling, and generally keeping an open mind.... I like to adapt a teaching session to a student's strengths and learning styles. My focus in test prep is to develop deductive and inductive reasoning skills to ensure that all possible...

...Persian Farsi from the Defense Language Institute. Throughout my life I have traveled extensively and have gained an appreciation for all things. I have most recently taught middle school students in science and math and adults in San Angelo, TX looking to improve their English, and new military personnel training in their future job field. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about the Persian-Farsi Language, English, History, and Science....

...Vivek, a recent graduate from UVa (studied biology). Over the past year, I have been offering virtual private and group tutoring for all STEM k-12 subjects. My sessions can help students prepare for challenging coursework or tests they plan to take in the upcoming months. I would greatly appreciate it if you reach out to me if you are interested in tutoring / spread the word to anyone who may be interested. I genuinely enjoy...