Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Newport News, VA

...in the education field since I graduated from college in 2011, and couldn't be happier! Working with students to help them persevere and succeed is challenging, but the rewards are greater. I try to make learning fun and exciting for all students to help them feel confident and inspired. I am very passionate about engaging...

...fourth and fifth grade licensed teacher in VA for 12 years. I have experience tutoring students in math, reading, writing, and organization/study skills in the upper elementary grades. My personal interests are running half and full marathons and showing our Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy in local dog shows. I like to travel whenever possible. When I...

...position, I served as an education paraprofessional. I also served as a teacher's assistant for two years in an elementary school. In this position, I was responsible for developing a technology instruction curriculum based on state standards, and tutoring individuals and small groups. My favorite subject to teach is math, by far! I look forward...

...hard work, family support, and others who helped and encouraged me along the way. I have taught hundreds of classes at work and tutored too many to count. My passion for tutoring comes from helping people succeed both academically and in life skills like written/verbal communication and study habits. This is the best feeling in...

...and teach them to solve problems that they otherwise couldn't understand. I believe building a relationship with students will make them more comfortable with you and better receptive to your teaching method. In my free time, I love to play video games, workout, play sports and try new activities. I'm able to build strong bonds...

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...others to follow their dreams. My continued desire is to be more dedicated, motivated, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and approachable with an ardent attitude towards helping students. I will ensure that my students find their time with me rewarding and unforgettable. I believe that my role as a teacher is to show the path, motivate, encourage, and...

...My educational background is mainly in Law (Panama and England), as well as a Human Relations Master form OU. I have worked as an AVID tutor, as a bilingual middle school teacher, and as an ESL and English tutor in several countries and states. As such I have taught Math, Science, and Social Studies. But...

...the Department of the Navy. While I can tutor a range of subjects, I feel that I would be of most use in the areas of Chemistry and Math. I believe that education is the key to creating a better society, and I try to exude this sentiment in my teaching style. I also feel...

...Health Science major at James Madison University. I am an honor graduate of Williamsburg Christian Academy in Williamsburg, VA and excel in math and science. I really enjoy helping others succeed. It is important to me that students understand underlying principles and processes so that they will be able to reach their potential. I believe...

...knowledge with others because it has allowed me to grow. When I was enlisted in the Navy, we trained each other which allowed us to advance to greater levels of responsibilities. I greatly look forward to tutoring and mentoring students at Varsity Tutors. I am a diversified teacher with extensive teaching experience in a range...

...that resonates with young folks. Experience has taught me how to effectively solve students' learning problems. I listen carefully to students and parents from session to session, find out how an individual best learns (visual, auditory, kinesthetic preference), observe as s(he) does problems to see why mistakes are being made, correct and give follow-up practice,...

...tutor because I love to see people learn. There is something truly amazing about spreading knowledge and curiosity. I am also a very empathetic person, so I take on my students' goals and struggles as my own. I commit to helping my students and I have the skills to do so. I have a natural...

I have been tutoring for four years. I started out as a tutor for students from grade 3 all the way to college for two years. I helped students with a set curriculum as well as their schoolwork.

...pass on knowledge to others. Some of my interests and hobbies are singing,playing my clarinet, dancing, cooking, and building things out of wood. I like to keep myself busy and i'm in the process of building my own home recording studio as well as helping my kids build a dog house for our two terriers.

...the belief that a child's life is influenced by their education and self-esteem. Education and self-esteem are the foundations for students to be able to function in society. It is important for students to know I care about them, their learning, and their future. I practice and teach a positive attitude towards learning. I expect...

...communication style and teaching approach to the individual's needs as best I can. My hope is to be able to apply my educational experience, my comfort with a wide variety of subjects, and my ability to learn and adapt quickly to benefit both students and parents as I seek to serve their needs.... My philosophy of teaching emphasizes the lesson "under" the lesson, or, stated another way, in learning the "why" behind the "how." In my...

...experiences, I appreciate the immeasurable impact that teachers make on the lives of young people. I also realize that the skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom will be used by young people throughout life. Therefore, as a teacher, I hope to be a role model that cultivates in young people open minds, the knowledge...

...started at William & Mary when I was earning my Biology BS. My teaching career started as a life science teacher in middle school, moving on to High School where I have been for the past 12 years. During that time I earned a Masters degree in Special Education. I have taught AP Biology, IB...

...students struggle in their subjects. I know where the roadblocks are and how to overcome them. I no longer have trouble hearing ever since I undergone ear surgery and changed my life dramatically. I still feel like I am playing catch up, but that seems not to be the case in all areas. Everyone is...