Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Maryland

...a graduate of Yale University, where I earned my Bachelor of Arts in History. I received two prizes for my senior thesis, and was a Yale Journalism Scholar. At Yale, I worked as a French tutor for two years and served as a Sports Editor at the Yale Daily News. After college, I served for two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the West African nation of Guinea-Conakry. There, I taught 5th grade full-time...

...over ten years' experience teaching in the classroom and tutoring privately. I especially love math; even though I know a lot of students find it difficult, I like showing them ways it can be enjoyable if not fun! I know it's tough and I'll never make you feel bad for not knowing the answer--but I'll make you feel good when you finally get it! I can explain things in a million different ways until I...

I'm an experienced, Maryland licensed teacher. I love teaching and working with kids and have spent the majority of my classroom years in inclusion classrooms, before coming home to be with my son. As someone who was struggling student myself, I understand where kids are coming from and do my best to help them develop confidence and the skill they need to succeed.

...a graduate of The University of Massachusetts. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. After college, I went on to earn my teacher certification in Elementary Education and a Masters degree in Reading from Westfield State University. I am a licensed Reading Specialist. I have more than ten years of experience in education. I have both tutoring experience and eight years of classroom teaching experience at the elementary and middle school levels. Because I...

...a graduate of the University of South Carolina. I received my Bachelor of Science in Geology with a concentration in Environmental Geosciences and a minor in Sociology. While at USC I worked in the engineering school lab, gathering mineralogical data for research and publication. Following my graduation I went to George Mason University where I studied Environmental Science and Policy. While at GMU I worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and taught three Geology 101...

...long as I can recall, I have been told of the importance of education. As a young black female, this message could not have been more relevant for me as I grew up. Now, as an adult, I do my best to ensure that children of all ages and backgrounds understand that an education can take them out of their situations and into their dream lives. However, I remind them that in order to get...

...also have experience working with children who are diagnosed with ADHD. My experience with tutoring ranges from helping out the neighborhood children, to working after school 1:1 with a group of students who need strict and extra support for their classes. I have always had a passion for reading and literature, and have enjoyed writing essays. My strengths include Psychology and Counseling, and English and writing. I believe my background in professional counseling will aide...

...at Furman University taught me numerous life lessons; one of my favorite is how important school is in the bigger picture. While pursuing my engineering degree, teammates would ask me for help with their math and science courses. This is where my tutoring experience began. Tutoring became important to me, because it helped my friends and gave me a better understanding of the material. I still practice most of the skills I learned from tutoring...

...studying how people learn when I was 9 years old. When I was 11 years old, my cousin had a book titled, "How to get an A+". He let me borrow the book and from that experience I became obsessed with getting an "A" in every course I studied. Yet, learning and teaching are organic. A student must be taught logic and reasoning as well as how to apply these skills to learning and daily...

...is Dwayne Brown and I am a graduate student at Howard University pursuing a PhD in Pharmacology. I have years of experience tutoring middle and High school students in the areas of Math, English, Biology and Chemistry. My most rewarding experience was working with a program called Brooklyn College Now program geared at preparing high school students for college. It was a very rewarding experience watching these students ultimately get into the college of their...

...an electrical engineer working for the government. I received my Engineering Degree from the University of Pittsburgh, then completed a Masters in Telecommunications from the University of Maryland. I have a strong interest in and passion for tutoring in math; I've always enjoyed math, and I believe that a strong foundation in math can provide each student with the problem-solving skills needed to be successful in life. My tutoring philosophy focuses on helping students learn...

...a graduate of Trinity Washington University in Washington, DC. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science with a minor in Elementary Education and a Masters Degree in Educational Administration. Additionally, I have a Masters Degree in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment from Walden University. I am certified in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I am a Nationally Board Certified teacher and have worked in Prince Georges County and Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland...

...from the University of Miami, where I earned a dual degree in both Journalism and Creative Writing. After college, I received a Masters in Education from Lesley University and began teaching in Washington, DC. I taught in DC from 2010-2014, teaching middle school math and 5th & 6th reading. As a dedicated reader and writer, I gained the invaluable experience of sharing some of my own personal reading strategies with my students. I was able...

...is not rote memorization but ensuring the student understands and identifies fundamental principles behind each problem. I will first work with each student on simple problems to develop familiarity and intuition. Then, we will approach more complex problems which tie several concepts together. Students will learn to approach complex problems by breaking them down into principles they are familiar with. I believe education is invaluable to improving quality of life, and whether or not students...

...accessible tool that opens up possibilities in meeting these goals is a good education. I realized early on in life that an educational foundation based on a reasonable grasp of language skills, and basic concepts of Mathematics will take a person a long way towards their goals and help them better navigate our complex world of handling goods and services that we need or encounter. I am passionate about Mathematics and the use of technology...

...a PhD student in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the George Washington University and have an extensive background in math, science, and writing. As a tutor, I will be able to work with you across a broad range of topics. In terms of hobbies and interests, I enjoy discovering new music and collecting records. In the past, I have even hosted my own radio show. I also enjoy kayaking and playing sports including basketball and...

I am an attorney with a background in finance and economics and an interest in history and political science. Throughout my academic career, I worked with a variety of students and enjoyed helping them master subject matter and prepare for tests. I look forward to helping students in the greater Washington area.

I am a Bachelor of Arts 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...... Be patient, understanding, and...

...a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis. I got my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering in December 2012. While in high school and in college I worked as a private tutor for high school students and was a teaching assistant for 2 classes in college. I also tutoring elementary school students in math. I currently work at Wells Fargo as an analytics consultant and enjoy tutoring students in math! I think the key...

...Engineering graduate from the University of Maryland at College Park. I have enjoyed working as an Engineer since graduating in 2007, but I have missed tutoring and teaching. My philosophy is that everyone has the ability to learn, the material just has to be presented in a way that is easy to comprehend. I have experience tutoring high school and college level math and science, and I enjoy being able to help a student understand...