Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving Washington DC

...teacher with Varsity Tutors. For children, I believe that learning must be fun. I make sure students are fully engaged by making class interesting and exciting. I have had success with students who are struggling, students who are advanced, student who are on the spectrum, and more. I have a B.A. from George Mason University, as well as a TEFL certification. I'm happy to tutor students of any age. I look forward to working with...

...graduation, I have been volunteering in local elections and at the Library of Congress, as well as working as a tutor to pursue my passion for teaching and education. I am most passionate about tutoring English Literature, World History and Philosophy, with a personal emphasis on reinforcing good study habits and learning techniques to improve both short- and long-term academic performance. I specialize in students on IEPs and who struggle with Executive Function challenges, emphasizing...

...format to ask questions or read passages to stay engaged in the class. I believe important concepts are strengthened if they come from not only myself as the teacher, but from another academic source outside of the building. Most importantly, they need to hear them come from themselves and their fellow classmates. Whether Economics, U.S. History, World History, Geography, or test prep my goals remain the same. In order: Preparation for college and the professional...

...Crimson newspaper, a position that granted me experience both writing and editing articles as well as mentoring freshman writers one-on-one. I spent hours every week 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...

...and a calming & constructive learning environment. As someone who struggled academically as a kid, I address any anxieties and insecurities with the utmost compassion and understanding and work with the student to overcome them. I am also available for college guidance counseling, college interview coaching, and Common Application essay editing based on experience working in the admissions office of one of the top small liberal arts schools in the country. Hobbies include: reading, spending...

...enjoy it a little too much. I have a 2 year old border collie/ shepherd mix named Darcy. I love action movies, especially the James Bond series, and I tear through John Grisham books. For my money, there is no better feeling than when a quality fountain pen flows with ease along well made paper. A little about my tutoring style. I consider myself more of a guide than an answer checker. Perhaps its more...

...China looking to improve their English (as I am a certified ESL instructor). While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Foreign languages and Business. As a former HR Manager, I have had extensive experience working in a corporate environment as well. I am also a pursuing professional actress and filmmaker. I strongly believe that a rich education, be it academically or experienced, leaves a profound impact on one's life,...

...non-profit, and an entrepreneur, I am able to bring to the student valuable life experiences along within an academic setting. My professional career has taught me the value of active listening and working with those from a wide variety of personal backgrounds and experience. Everybody learns differently, and my job is to communicate information and concepts to students in ways that are most effective for them. History, politics, business management, and marketing are all areas...

...explanation of the subjects I am best fit to tutor in, also to give an understanding of how I teach and tutor. My approach to tutoring is whatever works best for you. Luckily, in a subject like history there is no one way to learn it. I have found some students best work with film, images and music to learn the subject. Some students only need a book or notes and they can learn that...

...not just on the test content and essay writing, but also on test-taking strategies that work. My goal is to help my students get into the school(s) of their choice. I also tutor Math, ELA, Social Studies, History, Reading, Writing and ESL. I help students develop their executive function skills to stay organized, and develop healthy, sustainable study habits. I offer coaching for calendaring, effective planner use, Cornell note-taking, folder organization with Google Drive/Classroom, and...

...and drama. For two years, I worked at the White House during the Obama Administration. My policy portfolio included the Arts, Education, Energy, Environment, and Youth Issues. In my teaching and tutoring, I have worked with students from many backgrounds on several subjects, and in grades K-12. I have served as mentor for the DC College Access Program, helping low income high school seniors stay on track to graduate and matriculate to the college of...

...University of Maryland. In addition to a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, I am pursuing a minor in Construction Project Management. Science in Architecture, I am pursuing a minor in Construction Project Management. An adept leader with strong communication and management skills, I am also An adept leader with strong communication and management skills, I am also proficient in several computer modeling and design software. I am eager to connect with and share my knowledge...

...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 as they see their...

...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 Lawton Chiles, Walkin' Lawton. I also publish poetry, op-eds, and memoir. Mark Twain: "The difference between the almost right word and...

...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 teaching and served as a teaching assistant at UVa for several years, as well as created and taught my own undergraduate-level courses. I would love to work with you and your student to help them achieve their academic goals!

...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, Quantitative Methods, Philosophy of Science, Educational Psychology, High School (5 years) - Robotics (Arduino, RPi,...

...into simple pieces, explained things in a methodical manner, and never made me feel bad for not understanding right away. So I hope to do the same with all my students. At the end of the day, I aim to help all my students achieve their objectives. I'm a graduate from Georgetown University Law Center in 2023, earning a Juris Doctorate (JD) degree. I also graduated from UMD in 2015, earning a BA in Government...

I have always been surrounded my teaching my entire life as both my mom and sister are both educators. I have worked in-person with children as both a tutor and as a care-taker for last last several years. Although I am currently pursing an Aerospace Engineering degree at the University of Maryland, I thoroughly enjoy education and hope to help out as much as possible!

...organization. I help students from a variety of academic back grounds formulate a strategy that will help them achieve what they want on a test or 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...

...helping students with any issues they might be having in their classes or in preparing for standardized tests. While I tutor a large variety of subjects, I am most passionate about helping students with English, essay writing, editing, American history, geography, and the LSAT. Those who I have tutored in the past have shown remarkable improvement in their grades and test scores. I try to use mnemonic devices to help students remember important information, and...