Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving Washington DC

I hold multiple degrees in physics, with a wide range of additional interests and subjects. I'm dedicated to teaching technical concepts in a manner that is as concise and easy to understand as possible, while still maintaining the "practice makes perfect" philosophy. I'm also happy to discuss career interests or assist in college preparatory efforts.

...asking based on what he/she wants to know about (when you don't understand a topic, it can be difficult to ask the right questions). What I love most about tutoring is that every once in a while I will see a student's face light up when a concept or idea we were discussing "clicks." It is an exciting moment for the student and he/she develops a better appreciation for the subject as a whole after...

...so recently out of school gives me an advantage in helping students. I intimately remember the struggles of trying to learn material that just wouldn't click in my head. Given that, I like to go about tutoring from that place of understanding. I believe that just because the material doesn't get through to a student, that doesn't mean it's unable to be learned. I'm excited to find new, creative ways to help in the education...

...language as much as possible to get a deep understanding of why and how different parts are important. In essay subjects, I have learned to appreciate that even the most important themes and events cannot be made interesting if they are only seen through textbook-based rote learning. Rather, constant questioning and discussion is a much more effective and enjoyable way to retain information. English, History and Politics involve a large amount of content, but in...

...& Law. I have been tutoring students ranging in grade level and subjects since high school (over five years). I tutor a range of subjects now and have a particular passion for the humanities and math! I love watching students succeed and find their passion for learning--understanding concepts can be fun, and having the tools to understand makes all the difference! Helping students have that moment where everything "clicks," is my goal. I also enjoy...

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...

Cait Gardiner is a graduate student at Notre Dame of Maryland University. After substitute teaching in public and private schools for over a year, she fell in love with the career and is pursuing an Accelerated Certification in Teaching. She prioritizes individualized, experiential learning in each session to help every student be their best self.

...College of Maryland is a liberal arts college, I was taught a wide variety of subjects. This wide range of topics is a continuation of the International Baccalaureate program, which I participated in during high school and earned an IB diploma from. In this program, I took several classes including Theory of Knowledge, Environmental Systems and Societies SL, European History HL, Math Studies SL, and Biology HL. I also took several AP tests including Physics...

...two years I worked as a tutor for American University. From this experience I built some close, constructive relationships with students. I consider myself a successful tutor because of my ability to empathize with the students and connect with them on a personal level. Consequently, this trait makes me more patient with the students. I'm excited to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team, and am looking forward to starting more constructive relationships with...

...and providing subject-specific help through online tutoring. I have also worked as a camp counselor, so I know how to treat students with the respect that they deserve, while also ensuring that they understand the material before them. In the long-term, I would like to work in the US government and help create foreign policy. For now, though, I'm interested in learning more about the foreign policy and national security challenges that face the United States...

...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, essay writing help, study tactics, and actively engaging with historical documents. Looking forward to getting to...

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.

...attended the Catholic University of America in DC where I majored in political science with a minor in Spanish. I went on to attend law school at New England Law|Boston in Boston, MA. I currently practice law as an immigration attorney in Herndon, VA. I speak 4 languages (English, Farsi, Spanish, and Portuguese) which is very helpful as an immigration lawyer. I also love history, traveling (have lived in Europe and South America), reading, watching/playing...

...Social Studies for 8 years in Washington DC, worked as Science teacher in Montgomery County and currently I teach a Government/Homeland Security Course in the College and Career readiness program in Prince George's County Public Schools. I am a certified teacher and I hold a Masters degree in history. I am very passionate about education and I have a plethora of pedagogical strategies to help my students understand the content. I believe that everyone learns...

...college, I tutored elementary school reading and writing with an organization called America Reads Challenge, which is dedicated to providing quality education to children living in underprivileged areas of Pittsburgh. I enjoy tutoring for many different subjects (including all of the main subject areas for elementary and middle school), and am excited to broaden my horizons and gain experience tutoring SAT and AP test prep (especially AP Psychology and Government)! As a tutor, I tailor...

...There should never be anguish in learning and failing. This is why I chose to tutor with VarsityTutors: so that you and I can inspire each other with our stories, and show our communities that nothing can quell the desire to become better. Because if I can do or become what I thought that I could never do or become, then so can you. Because even though you cannot envision the future, you know that,...

...history. While at Georgetown, I served as a Teaching Assistant for a Master's level Comparative Government and Policy course in my program, working mostly with foreign students struggling to grasp the sophisticated concepts presented in class. Prior to attending Georgetown, I earned a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Government & Politics and History from the University of Maryland, College Park. Between degrees, I worked as a Youth Development Professional at an elementary school Boys and...

...not to strict tutors but to engaging, fun, and supportive tutors. A quality education opens up a world of opportunity which is something I have experienced firsthand, and I welcome the opportunity to help others access a quality education. In my down time I like to read historical fiction and classic literature, I like to write historical fiction stories, I like to debate (on just about any topic), I like to catch up on television...

...economics. I am really excited to be a tutor and share my knowledge of Mandarin and economics. I have been studying Chinese for 9 years now and lived cumulatively in China for over a year! I have a passion for the language and the culture (and food), so I hope to share this love! Since I have been studying Chinese for so long I truly understand what works best for the student.

...about the opportunity to work with you. I have taught undergraduate history courses and worked as an education specialist for a local museum. My teaching philosophy is to enhance students' strengths and give them the tools to help them overcome the challenges they may encounter. I have a BA in Journalism and Mass Communication and an MA in Pan African Studies. I'm currently a PhD student studying history. I enjoy tutoring students in history, English,...