Award-Winning College Essays Tutors serving Maryland

...University of Pennsylvania, Cornell, UVA, Johns Hopkins, Carnegie Mellon, Boston College, NYU, UCLA, William and Mary, Amherst, Williams, Emory, University of Maryland at College Park - among others. After living in several cities both in the U.S. and abroad, I recently relocated to the Atlanta area. I graduated from Princeton University in 2005 and worked in the fine arts industry in New York City for several years before studying International Relations and receiving my Master's...

...and hiking in the Middlesex Fells Area, and coaching youth basketball. I am an avid movie goer, Netflix subscriber, and a diehard Boston Celtics, B.C. and New England Patriots fan. As a teacher, I believe in keeping things conversational and adaptable. I believe that talking things out and understanding the "why" of history, political science, law, and government will go miles in being able to nail down details like dates and names.

...in the district and the second highest in the state of Colorado. According to nationally normed standardized testing, the average student in my reading/writing classroom that completes the work with me grows approximately two years in their abilities in one academic year. As a bilingual educator (I speak Spanish and English), I am able to assist a diverse group of students with a variety of literacy concerns from phonics and language acquisition all the way...

...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 piano, reading, and running.

...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, math, writing, or college apps, and it's fun and satisfying being able to empower others to succeed. In my free time, you'll catch me on my couch (watching a lot of TV -- I'm as sharp-tongued as Lorelai Gilmore), at a pool (playing water polo), at a random sporting...

...received my Bachelor of Arts from VCU in African American Studies with a minor in Women's Studies. I have also received a Master of Arts from Eastern University in Urban Studies with a concentration in Community Development. Through employment opportunities, I have had the pleasure of working with many students striving towards academic success and high school graduation; serving in both a case manager/mentor role as well as a tutor. I am well versed and...

...I joined the Peace Corps. For two years I taught English and Social Studies in rural Liberia. Upon completion of my Peace Corps service I continued teaching High School Social Studies in Florida. Following that, I pursued a Masters in International Educational Development from Teachers College, Columbia University. My graduate degree focused on educational programming, curriculum development and adult learning. I'm excited to continue working with students and will do anything I can to ensure...

...area I am most knowledgeable about is Modernism, but my favorite is non-Western art, especially public and resistance art. I am patient in explanation, and feel confident communicating an idea a variety of ways, or employing a range of materials to make the subject clearer. My strength is finding practical ways of applying knowledge, and breaking down large tasks. I am very encouraging for students that feel overwhelmed or anxious about managing school. My goal...

...at Cornell University. I'm currently home for the summer, so I will be in the DMV area until September 2017. I have two years of experience in private tutoring, and have tutored elementary, middle and high schoolers, as well as adults. I have tutored algebra, geometry, Common Core, and French. I truly believe that each student's learning style is unique and rest assured that I will cater to your learning needs and get you the...

...students understand and enjoy learning. My classrooms were places where students could bring their whole selves and discover new ways of approaching and solving problems. I'm a former high math teacher (Algebra and Geometry) and have worked with students across K-12. In addition, I have taught college access seminars and coached reading and writing teachers but my favorite thing to work on with students is math! I have an undergraduate degree from Georgetown in International...

...of Notre Dame in 2014 with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and Theology. I've always had a desire to help others learn--in high school I would often help my peers with material when the teachers weren't able to fully explain the material. I tutored high school students for several semesters in college and loved the chance to make learning enjoyable. I've been tutoring for the past few months. I am currently interviewing at medical schools...

I am currently a graduate student attending Towson University in the lovely Greater Baltimore Metropolitan Region! I have experience in tutoring a variety of Math and Chemistry related courses. I really enjoy helping people learn these subjects, as I believe they are immensely important, interesting, and understandable.

...history, geography, and politics in general. I am Spanish and Peruvian by origin, and I grew up in Florida. I have lived in three continents, and I have over five years of experience teaching in multicultural environments. I love teaching one-on-one and helping my students excel in their specific learning goals. For me teaching is like cooking, the best results are obtained when you're willing to try new things and integrate different techniques and ingredients...

I have taught and tutored for years and bring a lot of enthusiasm and dedication to my students. I like to approach subjects with a tenacious and creative attitude, recognizing that we all learn differently.... I think learning is a very personalized endeavor, and I pride myself on tailoring my efforts to individual students. I like to make learning fun, engaging and rewarding.

...Math practice as a lawyer! My own learning accomplishments were always assisted by one on one interactions, and I know so many students can benefit by individualized attention. I hope to teach by example, to provide clear and simple explanations for complex concepts, and to be able to review and give advice as quickly and thoroughly as possible. When I am not working, I love spending time with my two dogs, cooking, reading (mostly historical...

...chance to help young children learn their ABCs in Spanish while concurrently teaching ESL classes to adult students. Based on my range of experiences, both in academia and in tutoring, I am a strong advocate for tailoring my teaching style to a student's needs. I also strongly believe in teaching problem solving skills to give the students the tools to critically think with or without a tutor or teacher present. I look forward to meeting...

...class, standardized tests, grammar, punctuation, and preliminary brainstorming. I always tell my students, "you know you're thinking clearly when you're writing clearly!" It is all about being clear, concise, and succinct. For this reason, I place just as much emphasis on organization as I do on substance. Similarly, I embrace this philosophy when I teach. I normally use the following three-step program. First, I conduct a brainstorming session to induce critical thinking. Second, the student...

...of all ages. Having successfully applied to multiple scholarships and fellowships and mentored younger friends over the years I am eager to share the lessons of my experience with other people looking to reach their full potential. I know what it's like to be struggling on a specific test or in a particular subject area because that was me in most math classes since middle school. Luckily, I was able to get solid math tutors...

...I started at the local high school in an AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) class. There I worked with sophomores on whatever trouble spots they were having in their classes. After college I was hired as live-in tutor for a homeschooling family with two high school age children. This was an incredible position. I worked with them on Literature, Algebra, Biology, Chemistry, History and Geography - you name it, I did it. In my tutoring...

...taught 1st and 3rd grade in the public school system. I want to help prepare young people for adulthood by bettering their writing skills, in addition to instilling in them a true love for reading. My goal is not simply to teach, but also to inspire a love of learning. Any student can learn a subject if they discover the methods that serve them best. A good teacher helps a student discover their own best...