Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

I am a current senior at the University of Maryland studying Criminal Justice and English Language and Literature. I love teaching children and using my own knowledge to help others foster an understanding of the same material that is their own.

I'm originally from Boston and I graduated from Wesleyan University in Connecticut, where I majored in Government and Sociology. During my junior year, I studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark. After graduating, I moved to Washington, D.C. to pursue an internship in the federal government and I've stayed here ever since.

...not the easiest subjects to love, but I believe that by starting with materials a student is passionate about and working up to more daunting and difficult ones, love (or at least tolerance) can be achieved. To put myself through school I have been working as a special-needs nanny for a family with two small children, which has included a little bit of teaching as of late, but working with teenagers and young adults is...

...about attaining some arbitrarily set level of measurable skill. In fact, I would suggest that education is, ironically, a process of discovering just how little we all actually know. The key, however, is developing the confidence to understand that that is perfectly alright. More than anything, education is about teaching students to become good listeners, to always be open to new ideas, and to never stop challenging themselves to grow.... In my experience, tutoring tends to...

I am an alumna of American University in Washington DC! I majored in International Studies and minored in Justice & Law. I have been tutoring students ranging in grade level and subjects since high school (over five years). I tutor a range of subjects now and have a particular passion for the humanities and math! I love watching students succeed and find their passion for learning--understanding concepts can be fun, and having the tools to...

With a Bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, and a teaching certificate in secondary business and technology, I am ready to help middle and high schoolers learn anything computer related! I also have a background in teaching mathematics, business, and test preparation, involving professional level certifications. I have been a full-time teacher for over 3 years, and also hold certifications in CompTIA IT Fundamentals, A+, Security+, IT Healthcare Technician, as well as being a Cisco...

Hello! My name is Mallory, and I recently graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in North Carolina! I love math, science and reading and have even taught 9th grade! I am excited about working with you!

...is evident in the way in which she maintains positive rapport with both students and parents. As a lifelong learner, she is constantly staying abreast of the latest educational trends and research to bring more opportunities to both her students and colleagues. ShaRhonda Cleckley has a BA in International Business, MBA in Marketing, and M.Ed. in Adult Education and Learning Theory. She is also a published author of Navigating A Triple Pandemic: Educator's Edition. She...

I'm here to unlock the writer that exists inside of you. Writing is not easy but it is one of the most essential and rewarding skills one can possess, and with time, patience, and plenty of practice you can begin to find the words that have been eluding you. I have years of writing experience: as a grant writer for a non-profit, writing opinion pieces for national and international media outlets, and publishing poetry in...

...CDA course certification for working with early childhood learners. I love helping little learners to read, write, teaching English, Maths, Science, Social Science, History, and other professional advanced subjects. My students can expect to have fun while learning. I use various tools like flashcards, books, related study materials, resources, whiteboards, questionnaires, quizzes, etc. during my class which actually are very helpful for learners. Outside of academia, I love sports, music, playing basketball and enjoying nature...

...starting graduate school at Georgetown, I worked as an assistant at a school for students with learning differences. Differentiation to help students where they are and get them to the next level is a foundational practice for me; I use some practices that have personally helped me as someone with dyslexia. I love random history (the history of salt, the reason we say the word OK, and everything in between) , true crime, everything British,...

...of, that reflect their voice and ideas, and that make a difference in their spheres of influence and throughout the world. I have worked with students from Pre-K to college, and love that each age group has different strengths, goals, worries, and questions to bring to the table. If you want your reading and writing skills to be stronger, need help in classes on Theology or World Religions, or are preparing for college applications or...

I got started tutoring when a professor at my university recommended that I apply to be a writing fellow, where I would periodically join English classes and work with the students in small groups on their writing. Through that, I found I enjoyed the work, and now I'm starting a graduate program in the fall and I expect to be teaching my first class next spring. Writing and communication skills are important for anyone in...

I have a BA in Languages and Cultures of Asia from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I also have my CELTA certification, which means I have extra experience working with English Language Learners. Although I am certified to tutor many different subjects, my favorite subjects have always been Social Studies, History, English, and Literature. I am a voracious reader and trivia buff who especially enjoys science fiction, fantasy, and history books. I am also a creative...

...journey by pursuing my Master of Arts in Literature. While the program I attended unfortunately became defunct, I completed 18 credits towards my degree and, because of my prior experience, had been awarded a graduate assistantship as a consultant in their writing center. In my experiences as a tutor, I have worked with a diverse array of students (including ESL) on various writing assignments to help generate, develop, and strengthen ideas and arguments, brainstorm revision...

...how to search for employment and internship opportunities. I am passionate about Writing and English as I have dedicated a great deal of my life to reading, researching, and writing, whether it was academic or for my own personal blog. I enjoy teaching the importance of word choice and clarity in successful writing, as well as emphasizing proper research and organizational skills. Since graduation, I have been working at the Women's Bar Association and Foundation...

I'm a graduate from the University of Virginia having studied Economics & Psychology, with a minor in History, and I am currently obtaining my MBA from the Darden School of Business through the University of Virginia. I have been tutoring for about five years and I enjoy working with students to help them realize their passions for learning. I look forward to working with you!

Greetings! My name is Katelyn and I am a sophomore at the University of Virginia, majoring in Religious Studies and minoring in German. After undergraduate school, I aspire to obtain my PhD in Religious Studies and teach it professionally. I have received Dean's List all...... In a first session, I would like to begin by getting to know the student personally and discovering his/her learning type. I believe that a strong friendship is the basis of...

...life. I feel that English is the foundation for other learning and it is necessary to be successful later. My tutoring style is very simple. I allow the student to lead the session and I watch to see what they need the most help on. I believe in helping the student learn but not doing everything for them. I am a bookworm and spend much of my free time reading the newest bestseller. I also...

...parts of Taiwan for two years, I can read both traditional and some simplified! I use my artistic skills to make students experience fun, creative, and interactive with vivid visuals and hands on projects. In the past, my students' ages ranged from 5th grade to middle aged adults! I am also a self-taught singer, rapper, and songwriter and artist! I have been singing and writing since I was 4 years old! I also have minimal...