Award-Winning College Essays Tutors serving Washington DC

...all levels find their voice. Reading critically and writing clearly are two of the most important skills students can learn, and I firmly believe every student can excel in these areas. My personal teaching philosophy is that learning should be fun. I will work hard to connect students' tutoring needs with their personal interests, whether it's making phonics practice into a fun game, or showing how literary concepts exist in popular culture as much as...

...subject, and also that it has intrinsic value in making the world a better place. I have taught argumentation and debate at the Harvard Debate Council summer workshops, and have developed and taught a political philosophy curriculum at the Harvard Center for Hellenic Studies in Greece. I love working with kids, and I read and write children's books and young adult fiction in my spare time (as well as poetry and adult fiction). I love...

...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 students!

...am well versed in all business-related courses: economics, marketing, leadership and teamwork, accounting, even public speaking. I also have a strong background in Civics and Government, from when I received my Bachelor's Degree in Criminology and Justice Studies at The College of New Jersey. I minored in French and have been studying and learning the language since I was a child. Another strength of mine is paper and essay writing - I loved it when...

...forward to taking a few years off to work following my undergraduate years to then attend law school and pursue public interest law. My little brother (7 years my junior) was my first tutoring buddy and assures even today that I get to help build a science fair project board every year. I was also a camp counselor for three summers caring for on average twenty children ages 5-10. Then I began professionally tutoring through...

...recently brought my 7 years of tutoring and teaching experience to Varsity Tutors. Having previously worked as an English instructor in France and as a writing consultant and French tutor at Washington and Lee University, I have a wealth of experience in terms of helping students perfect their writing and reach their foreign language goals. I am additionally qualified to instruct those students preparing for the GRE. A veteran test-taker myself, I excel at helping...

...I graduated summa cum laude/4.0 from both my graduate program in International Affairs at the George Washington University, and from undergraduate at Mercer University. While at Mercer, I triple majored in International Affairs, Political Science, and Spanish, while also earning a minor in Latin and completing the Great Books program. My approach to tutoring is to be adaptive and motivating. Whether using interactive games and experiential learning, or simple mnemonics and test prep checklists, I...

I am a recent graduate of American University in Washington, DC, where I took many courses in English Language Teaching. Most of my tutoring experience is in ESL and Algebra, both of which fascinate me, but I am also very passionate about SAT tutoring. I love seeing students improve their understanding of the material and come to enjoy studying and learning, especially when the subject initially felt daunting.

...where the student and myself are working towards one goal: their acquisition of the skills, knowledge, and strategies necessary to succeed academically and enrich themselves personally. Frequently this means identifying weak foundational elements and building from there. Once these elements are identified, the learning process tends to be remarkably smooth and, dare I say, fun. In my spare time (I’m in law school so there really isn’t that much…) I enjoy spending time with my...

...here to give you the answers. I fully believe in the concept of guided learning, which means I will do my very best to give you the strategies and tools that you need to find the answers yourself. Second, that your goals are outside of the classroom, therefor all learning should be anchored by something that isn't abstract. In other words, students should always know how what they are learning will help them achieve their...

...English methods courses to pre-service teachers. I have worked with students on many levels and with varying degrees of interests in writing, reading and test prep. I really enjoy helping students to develop English language skills and understand their unique learning styles. I am currently available to tutor literature, writing, reading, grammar and SAT prep. Based on the student’s needs, I will design my tutoring sessions to review academic concepts and teach new ones to...

...that is based on opinions in the eye of the beholder and that's why I don't like it as much as math. But that's just my opinion. As a hobby I collect movies. Some of my favorites are independent art films. For example, Pi, directed by Darren Aronofsky explores a mystical view of math. It is set in New York City, one of my favorite places to visit, and celebrates New York's distinctive mix of...

...speaking--I gave speeches to large audiences and "special guests" on two official occasions--and can not only help students with delivery but also with mental preparation. As a Political Science student, I have written many essays on various topics, including development and environmental politics, and as such can advise students on both the technical and more abstract aspects of essay writing. I also tutored young children between the ages of 8-10 at an after school program...

...growing up (and being a 3rd generation accountant!), led me to pursue my degree. The R.H. Smith School of Business at UMD has a nationally accredited accounting program. To obtain my degree, I was required to prove mastery of math through Calculus I, Accounting through advanced topics, and at least an intermediate knowledge of Economics. Immediately after graduating, I began working at a public accounting firm, within walking distance of DC, specializing in auditing. My...

...National Louis University. I have taught elementary school for three years and have worked with children with special needs for over five years. My tutoring experience includes individual tutoring and small group tutoring in the classroom. I also have experience with homework club. I currently work in higher education, working with individuals pursuing graduate school. My favorite subject to teach is anything with elementary school children. With older children, I enjoy many subjects such as...

...am also passionate about French culture and would convey this knowledge through my sessions as well, as language cannot be studied in a vacuum; language and culture are intertwined. In addition to tutoring French, I am skilled in teaching research and writing skills to students, including college essay writing. As a graduate student, I served as a Teaching Assistant for six different classes, many of which involved research papers and writing assignments. I taught students...

...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 best results.

I am a recent graduate of Northwestern University, where I studied Economics and Legal Studies. I have 7 years of tutoring experience, ranging from Kindergarten to SAT Prep. I currently work for Capital One, and I love football and basketball. I am a huge fan of movies, from chick flicks to Marvel movies. I love traveling, playing board games and exploring new cuisines. I love working with kids and helping them to understand new topics!

...prep. I am a graduate of Oberlin College (English) and Northeastern University (MBA) and have built a career on the business side of education, which has been a great way to stay current on teaching methods both virtual and in-class. My tutoring experience includes working with extended family members in middle school, for other tutoring companies, and as a helper in my children's classrooms over the years. I have seen the young people I tutor...

...active learning and student participation. As a Abnormal Psychology TA, I held office hours for students who wanted out-of-class assistance with the abnormal psychology coursework. I was responsible for being up-to-date on the material, answering questions and helping students prep for exams. When I was not studying or tutoring, I split my free time between running a neuroscience research lab and doing acrobatics. As the senior research assistant, I was responsible for training incoming research...