Certified Tutors From University of Virginia-Main Campus

...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, rather than studying to master an exam. It is my utmost desire...

...MBA from the University of Virginia. He leveraged his unique background as he transitioned into corporate role at Swiss based industrial conglomerate with substantial oil and gas interests in Central Asian region. His roles within organization evolved as he was assigned to the most urgent strategic initiatives facing the company. He led his Corporate Finance...

...my goal is to help students achieve at all levels. I have a strong understanding of how to work with students of all ages, and I enjoy making connections with young people. I believe my education and experiences boosted my skills in working with students and allow me to have successful interactions with students both...

...mastering standardized tests in particular, having scored consistently high scores on the SAT in addition to the MCAT. I have tutored my classmates, friends, and family members in various topics including critical reading skills, logic, psychology, calculus, biochemistry, and general chemistry throughout my own schooling. I have also taken an authoritative role in forming study...

...not because I feel good about myself, but I genuinely enjoy seeing people "get" the material and giving back. Patience, I was just fortunate to always have it. I have had to tutor groups of elementary school friends, which one could imagine how unfocused they could be. I have the ability to work with someone,...

...have worked with students of all ages. My specialty is English Language and Literature, and my background is in both English and Drama, which gives my approach to language and tutoring a dynamic edge. I'm passionate about finding creative problem solving methods and fresh, engaging ways of approaching grammar and technique. My favorite book is...

...I taught French in college when I was a grad student at the University of Virginia and also for the last five years at James Madison University. I love the language and the culture and I think that I am able to explain the grammar in such a was as to make it understandable. I...

...quite a few lab courses, mostly in electronics for biomedical students. I enjoy helping to guide students to a better understanding, so they can explain a concept in their own words (not just in my words). I like to draw out visual explanations whenever possible, for math and science concepts. I've been excited about all...

...I often struggled to understand relatively simple concepts, especially when compared to my classmates, whether that was in test-taking or in any academic subject. So, I know what it's like to really wrestle with a subject, and I know what kind of assistance is helpful (and what kind of assistance/teaching is not). I think this--empathizing...

...all children are capable of accomplishing amazing things if they have a committed support system. I tutor reading, writing, math, economics, french and test prep. Over a broad range of subjects, I particularly enjoy tutoring reading and writing. In my spare time, I enjoy practicing yoga and exploring the greater DC area.... Practice, practice, practice! I believe the only way to achieve mastery is through repetition. Even though it can be tedious, the confidence you gain...

...throughout my life. My biggest experience has been being an older sister. Throughout our lives, one of my priorities is to make sure that she has all the resources that she needs. I’ve gone through her classes before, so I’ve always tried to help her with her homework or help her prepare for an exam...

...age-related hiring restrictions. (They could only hire people 18+, and I was 17 at the time.) Through the college tutoring center I received professional training on the best methods to help students learn and attended weekly workshops to improve my teaching skills. I have also freelance tutored with pupils of all ages, from elementary school...

I am a recent graduate from the University of Virginia with degrees in Spanish and Global Development Studies and a passion for literature and the arts. I couldn't be more excited to help New York area students thrive as I navigate my first few months in this incredible, swirling city.... I primarily believe in my students' intelligence and capacity to solve problems. Sometimes they need a supportive voice -- someone who can answer their questions and...

I am currently working on my Master's degree in Applied Linguistics. Ultimately, I want to teach college level Linguistics, but I have been tutoring for a long time. I enjoy teaching and helping people to better understand things.

I have had a varied career as a history and government teacher, lawyer, and small business owner. I currently own an online company and teach part-time. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a BA in history and earned a JD from the University of Virginia School of Law.

...receive full-tuition scholarships for our leadership and academic merit. I am a leader and a great team player. I have tutored in the Day in the Life program at The University of Virginia, learning from other teachers and Professors. I believe a teacher should be motivating, kind, and respectful to his student. While not being...

...was able to do well in school and complete my long time goal of finishing my master's degree program." -Lt. Col. Luis E. Delgado, U.S. Army "As an MBA student at the University of the Potomac online, I was initially missing many deadlines and had fallen behind, but with Kai's aid, I curried favor with...

...and am SO excited for the chance to get back into teaching students AND learning from them. I am a scientist so, I love tutoring students in biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, microbiology and many other topics. I also enjoy history. When I am not in school, you can find me cooking, reading or playing...

...internalized, and I believe my work reflects that: for instance, in 2014, my GRE Verbal Reasoning scores placed me in the top 1% of test-takers. I moved to Brooklyn at the beginning of February. I have really enjoyed getting acquainted with the Greater New York area, and I've been lucky to attend some excellent live...

...In a sense, this encapsulates what I want for each of my students. Too often, students are asked to live other people's lives. In my classroom, I push students to develop their own authentic voice while at the same time developing in them the empathy necessary to feel into the authentic voices of others. As...