Award-Winning College Essays Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...essay-exam grader for an introductory level class. Now that I've graduated, I'm eager to help students with their writing before it reaches a grader. I know the challenges students face and what teachers/professors are looking for in papers. Good study skills can also make all the difference to a student's efficacy and I enjoy finding what works for them! I take a positive, motivational approach to what is often a frustrating situation for the student....

...beach town in Los Angeles, which I think has shaped much of my personality. I am currently a senior at GW studying Criminal Justice with a minor in International Affairs. On campus, I am a Peer Writing Consultant, and I've been a tutor for a DC organization working with students who fall behind in their school curriculums. I love interacting with people and watching students overcome subjects they struggle in and achieve breakthroughs. I consider...

...SAT and the college admissions process. I enjoyed breaking students' preconceived notions about what they could and could not do, and I value the interpersonal relationships with my students that I was able to create and maintain to this day. I graduated with my undergrad in 2012 with degrees in International Relations and Spanish, and I was awarded Distinguished Honors in International Relations. I also minored in Latin American Studies and studied abroad for a...

...to engage in a dialogue not only about the field of Psychology in general, but about Industrial and Organizational Psychology and its contributions to the community at large. Learning is a continuous process. Now, organizations are taking it upon themselves to consistently train employees in order to maintain a strategic edge. Learning, however, is not a passive process. Engagement, learner control, learning orientation, situational and individual differences all play a strategic role in the learning...

...requirements, I worked for a number of different tutoring services in and around Oberlin. As a tutor, I believe that learning can be fun and enjoyable. I love taking abstract or dry material and making it accessible for my students. I like to get to know my students on a personal level so that I can tailor my tutoring to their individual wants and needs. For the first two years, I worked as a GED...

I love to teach writing, reading and test preparation. I have been involved in teaching and education for more than fifteen years, beginning as an English teacher in Montgomery County. I have also worked as a private tutor, editor/copyeditor and technical writer. I look forward to working with you. ... I like taking 5 minutes, putting the books to the side, and asking the student to tell me about themselves, what they like to do, and...

...Smith College. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Government and Sociology. While I was at Smith I was a peer advisor at The Lazarus Center for Career Development and had direct experience working with students from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. I edited, revised, and proofread cover letters and resumes. I also advised students on how to search for employment and internship opportunities. I am passionate about Writing and English as I...

...raised in Los Angeles, I am a recent graduate from the University of Southern California who relocated to Washington, DC. I am passionate about sports, law, and education, and am so excited to be able to combine all three. I specialize in ACT English and Reading preparation, and would also love to assist you with essay writing, personal statement editing and review, and any other writing needs. I look forward to working with you!... Persistence and...

...The Department of State in Washington, DC, so I relocated to the DMV area as I finish my last semester at Penn State Schreyer Honors College online. In May 2015, I will receive two Bachelor of Arts degrees in International Politics and French with minors in Geography and International Studies; completing my honors thesis in Geopolitics. Although I approach most subjects with enthusiasm, I have always been especially passionate about the humanities. Back in University...

...Psychology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and will soon return to school for my Master's. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, from Writing and English, to Algebra 1 and Psychology. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math and Psychology, as they are both useful outside of academia. Some of my hobbies include cooking, playing sports, and spending time trying new things. I am a fun, enthusiastic tutor who enjoys seeing students become...

...an avid reader and writer. Writing is a valuable skill that will take you far in college and even when applying for jobs, internships, and graduate schools. I love to work with students at all levels and students with different learning styles. My goal is to not only help students master the subject, but also to help them identify which study tools work best for them. Outside of academics, I am interested in gardening, playing...

...recently graduated from a Master's program in History from the University of Cambridge, in England. Before my Master's program, I also studied History as an undergraduate at Yale University. While I am available to tutor a wide variety of subjects and tests, including the ACT, I am most passionate about History (as if you couldn't tell already), and I am very excited to teach new students everything that I've had the chance to learn over...

...to students ages 5-14. Plus, I have teaching experience in Alexandria, VA and Washington, D.C. The subjects I tutor in are writing, social sciences, Spanish, and organizational skills. My favorite subject to tutor in is writing. I am an avid writer, and my writing skills are a strength in my life. I believe every student can learn and that every student learns differently. My tutoring style is interactive and rooted in differentiation. I will work...

I've been teaching, tutoring, and helping people develop their potential and skills since I was seventeen, when I began sharing Shakespeare with children. I've worked with students from preschool to adult, in settings from community centers, churches, and university. I delight in seeing someone master a concept and increase their self-esteem.

...and personable tutor. I have over six years in education and just graduated law school. I know my "stuff" and can convey the material and concepts that you want to know, but my greatest asset may be my ability to make it matter to you and not just because "it's on the exam" (always my least favorite response when I asked "why do we have to know this?"). Learning is important and knowledge is important...

...it is the single most important element of societal mobility. One may be born into status, but with education they can navigate their network and privilege. One may be born into destitute circumstances, but with their education can rise above their situation. One of the only things that a child should not have to earn is their right to knowledge. Education is a human right. Every single child should be fully equipped to chose their...

...Candidate in History and Political Science at George Washington University. I have spent every year of college tutoring and have worked with a broad variety of students. I have worked ESL students, I have worked with struggling students enrolled at charter schools, and I have worked with students at top-notch public schools. While I tutor in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about History, Political Science, and English. In my experience, students...

...opportunities. I have found these experiences to be extremely rewarding, and I look forward to working with more students. Learning has always been a fun and curiosity-driven process for me, and I always try to impart that same sensibility in my work. In my spare time, I enjoy reading books of all shapes, sizes, and genres but also the not-so-occasional movie. I also love cheering on my favorite athletic teams as well as teaching people...

...younger cousins with homework, study tips, and applications. I am also skilled in resume building, cover letter writing, and college essay writing. After volunteering in Spain teaching conversational English to middle and high school students I took a job teaching English to international students at the University of Florida. I loved working with students. I look forward to getting to know your students and assisting them in their academics both online and in person!... Every student...

...over 5 years, and have tutored a wide range of students of all ages. I am very comfortable with children who might be shy or nervous working with a tutor, as well as those who are not too enthused about having any extra work! My tutoring style involves incorporating not only the review of the material but also practice in how to take notes, become an active and engaged learner, and improve in critical thinking.