Award-Winning Calculus Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...I excelled in teaching both groups. My background is in mathematics, I have a bachelors and masters degree in math from UT and NYU respectively, but I branched out from pure math and received a PhD from the McCombs School of Business in financial engineering. I left my job in Singapore in August and I start a new job as a professor of Mathematics and Systems Engineering at the University of Minnesota in January.

...in Computer Science and was a member of the varsity baseball team for four years at GW. I love math and am capable of teaching any level from Basic Math to Calculus at any age group. I also teach Computer Science and am currently in the field of computer science as a Software Engineer for a private contractor. I take a personalized approach with my students because I believe that everyone learns and relates to...

...I have worked with both high school and college aged students before, in a variety of scientific and mathematical fields, but I am always eager to meet new people and both teach and learn from them! Physics and Math can be very intimidating when you are first experiencing them, but I believe that they can be incredibly rewarding and fun subjects, and I enjoy helping students reap that reward. Since I was a kid, I...

...the Mini Cooper. Over the summers I would tutor kids in my neighborhood in math and work on my car. In college my favorite classes were my mechanical labs, robotics, and environmental sciences. After graduation, I moved back to the DC Area and began working at a large construction company, which I love. I spend my time at work analyzing drawings, planning building sequences, coordinating between trades, and solving constructability issues as they come up....

...or not, helping them to understand a new topic always came second nature. My two favorite subjects are Algebra and Chemistry but, as indicated by my major choices, I do love many topics across the STEM spectrum including; Calculus, Biology, Anatomy, and many more! Algebra has been my favorite subject since my first encounter with it in middle school because of its numerous real-world applications like recipes, games, and (most recently) budgeting. Chemistry, on the...

...in helping students dismantle their fear and in it's place blossom passion. The only thing I love as much as physics is being able to teach it to others, spreading the inherent beauty of the subject as far and wide as possible. With physics comes mathematics, a beautiful quantitative language. My favorite type of math is Numerical Analysis, where I get to incorporate both theory and computation. From my experience conducting physics experiments and research,...

...in International Relations and Psychology and an MS in Statistics. Currently, I’m getting my Statistics PhD; as a student, I continually appreciate how important student-teacher feedback is in enhancing the learning process. I incorporate this into my teaching by regularly checking my students' comprehension levels and crafting custom materials to address their particular weaknesses. I try to make the learning process disciplined yet collaborative, so the student feels like he/she is not merely an information...

...know the speech and debate community has been truly amazing, and I know my passions shine through with everything I do. I also enjoy listening to country music, playing badminton, and writing poems. My past tutoring experience includes tutoring elementary school ESL students in basic subjects for 4 years in high school and tutoring spanish in high school. My friends describe me as bubbly, easygoing, ambitious, patient, and caring. Please reach out to me if...

...From my experiences, I learned that anyone can tackle basic mathematical ideas if they are given proper patience and instruction. Furthermore, I have learned that every student has a unique style of learning. My tutoring philosophy embodies this notion and I strive to tailor my lessons to fit each student's academic strengths. Having been successful in my academic career, I have learned exactly what it takes to achieve great test scores and high grades. I...

I've been tutoring math and science for the last ten years. I really like this job because I enjoy working with kids, and I also love to talk about my interests. This is a great job. My hours are flexible, and I can re-arrange times to fit your needs (for example, if there's a test on Tuesday, I could come on Monday instead of the scheduled time). I can also tutor both SAT and GRE.

...tutoring initiatives and worked with students of all levels. Between graduating in high school and starting freshman year of college, I taught a seventh grade math class for three months during a year abroad in Ghana. I also spent a summer doing GED tutoring for participants of an alternative incarceration program in New York. My favorite subject has always been math, and I enjoy helping others realize how great it can be regardless of their...

...Forestry and Environmental Studies, I got my bachelor's degree in International Relations from the George Washington University, so I'm comfortable teaching humanities and social sciences as well as math and science. Teaching is the most rewarding job I've ever had. I love working with students to find what motivates them, and helping to achieve their goals. I particularly love teaching social sciences and writing. It's so great to see a light go on when you...

...students in AP Biology, Honors Biology, and Honors Biochemistry. Last summer, I designed the curriculum and taught a seven-week intensive course on SAT Critical Reading and Writing. As a high school student, I didn't have much luck with my own SAT tutors. I have since taken my own personal experiences as a student and improved my own teaching style. I find that students are able to easily relate to me, because of my age and...

...from Elementary to High School as well as college students whether it is with homework help, extra practice, giving lessons, enrichment or preparing for quizzes. I am an M.S in Mathematics and specialized in Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry, Calculus AB and BC, Finite Mathematics, Differential Equations, SAT and ACT test prep. My approach towards tutoring is customized learning as I try to figure out the weak points of the student and...

...taught SAT prep in a classroom setting, willed a friend in high school to pass his AP Physics exam by studying with him every day before practice, stayed up many a night in college meticulously editing essays for friends, and been a Big Brother (the program, that is). My philosophy around tutoring simply revolves around developing a vested interest in students' successes. I have some knowledge to share, whether it be in SAT/ACT test prep,...

As a child, I struggled in math so I know exactly what it is like to hate and be frustrated with math. I believe my experiences have helped me to be an effective teacher and tutor for struggling students. I will be more than happy to help you understand math concepts, strengthen your math skills, and help you succeed in your course!... I believe teaching should cater to the holistic needs of a child. I believe...

...leaders. Beyond this, I thoroughly enjoy playing FIFA '16 on Xbox One, surfing the web, computer programming, and watching silly YouTube videos. More than anything, I'm eager to impart some of the math/physics/economics know-how, tricks, and tips I've learned over the years from taking dozens of courses from the high school level to the upper-most college level unto my students. Finally, having initially struggled with Physics and Math myself as a highschooler and college student,...

...California – Berkeley with a B.A. in public health. I have tutored a wide range of elementary to high school students in several subjects, and so I understand every student has their own style of learning. As a tutor, I will do my best to provide a supporting environment and create lesson plans that will assist with the students understanding of the materials. More importantly, I will encourage students to voice their ideas and ask...

...research experience within the realm of molecular biology and data-driven neuroscience. Currently, I am tackling the arduous process of applying to medical school. I've tutored in various modes: as a tutor in math, reading, and writing for young inner-city children, as an SAT instructor, and as an educational volunteer at St. Elizabeths Hospital. I can work with and relate to a wide spectrum of backgrounds. Whenever possible, I am either playing the piano, bicycling across...

...student in most Math, Science and Engineering specialties, but I am also passionate about English, Literature and History. I greatly enjoy helping others understand difficult subjects and am an avid learner myself. My tutoring style derives primarily from helping friends throughout the years. In my experience, there is almost no subject out of reach of a passionate and curious mind. I therefore strive not just to communicate content, but to instill a passion that will...