Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Portsmouth, VA

I graduated from University of California Davis with a BS in Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior. I am currently attending medical school in Virginia. I enjoy tutoring and have been doing it in an official capacity for approximately 2 years. ... It is important not only to teach information to student, but to teach them the tools to problem solve and learn on their own.... In a first session it is important to discuss the subject and...

...the best techniques for teaching mathematics at many different levels. I've also done some private tutoring in calculus and in study skills and organization. My main education is in music performance. I have four years of experience as a French horn teacher, working with students in grades 6-12. I enjoy the variety of teaching these different subjects. Math is my specialty and the subject I have to most experience tutoring. I got a 740 on...

...course materials in the classroom, writing on assigned topics from the textbook to improve their learning and writing skills, taking quizzes, and solving problem sets in and out of the classroom. In my interactions with students, I endeavor to be respectful, especially when dealing with differing opinions arising from scientific reasoning. I encourage my students to think critically, not simply to accept my ideas and opinions. My drive to pursue higher education was due in...

...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 aptitude for education, have studied and learned about the profession while earning my master's degree in teaching, and have many years of experience tutoring and teaching students.

...and my Masters in Education, with a certificate in school psychology, from Queens College. After working as a school psychologist for six years, I became a homeschooling mom. In addition to homeschooling my four children, over the past ten years I have taught hundreds of students in Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, College Algebra, and SAT Prep. My background has allowed me to work successfully with children who have learning difficulties. Teaching students how...

...and Mary. I'm pursuing Mathematics and Computer Science, and I love my tutoring in my fields. I started tutoring four years ago, starting with Algebra, Algebra II, Geometry, and Trigonometry. Now I'm approved to tutor Math from elementary school to Calculus, in addition to Science and Physics. I love helping students through their difficulties with understanding concepts because I often had those same difficulties, and I remember how I was able to overcome them. I...

...my hope that I might be able to provide those same advantages to any student that I have the privilege of assisting. My teaching experience largely comes from my hands-on practice in helping my younger siblings learn under a variety of subjects and curricula, as well as informal tutoring-style instruction for the benefit of classmates and acquaintances all through my college career. My instructional style emphasizes clear communication and adaptability, depending heavily upon student feedback...

...and I like to help my students improve their grades and confidence. Many people have a negative experience with math at an early age and get turned off by even the thought of the subject. With patience and consistent reinforcement, I guide students through math concepts and create a firm foundation from which they can build upon in the future. I am here for you and I know you can and will be successful if...

...am most passionate about Elementary Math, Essay Writing, and Homework Support. In my experience tutoring these subjects, my students creatively retained information through the multi-sensory approach I try to implement. I am a patient teacher and can motivate a student with out of the box problem solving while instilling an emphasis on the importance of organization. In my spare time, my husband and I enjoy camping with our dog, growing vegetables in our garden, and...

...my future students. Currently I am a Business Administration Undergrad attending Tidewater Community College in Virginia Beach, VA. Before settling on this major, I also attended Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, NC for Culinary Arts. I was an Interior Communications Electrician in the US Navy for 6 years and was very active in my command's extracurricular activities. I was the Vice President of our Heritage Committee as well as the Founder/Videographer/Producer of our Shipboard...

...interest when learning becomes fun! I gained a lot of experience tutoring while in high school - from helping friends with homework to teaching workshops on SAT Math. I've noticed that a lot of students aren't struggling to understand a concept, but rather are struggling to understand how the concept is being presented. By contextualizing learning to REAL problems, I find it much easier to make students care about what they are learning.... My teaching philosophy...

I believe education can be fun. The challenge is to work at an individual at his or her level. I do not talk down to students. I am dedicated to working with students until they have the "aha' moment!... Continue to reinforce the positive.... I evaluate through testing and basic review.... I discover their strengths as well as their weakness. From there, I shall guide them to use their strengths to bring up their weaknesses.... I...

...am happy with the switch, I miss working with students and helping them develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. I have discovered that my experience as an instructor has helped with my project management; and many skills I now have as a PM, I wish I had as a teacher. My strength is understanding that students learn differently, and often need things explained in various ways before fully understanding the concept or...

...subjects of elementary school and especially love helping students work on their reading skills, because I see reading as a way to open up a whole world of information. My organized, but flexible, style of teaching and tutoring helps me address the most important aspects of a student's academic needs while allowing for plenty of freedom for the student to learn as they desire. Overall, I believe no student's dream is too big and together...

I have a BS in Interdisciplinary Studies and a MS in Early Childhood Education, both from Old Dominion University. I currently teach second grade in Hampton, VA and I absolutely love what I do. Teaching is my passion! I look forward to tutoring your child in elementary level reading and/or math. I believe learning can be a challenge, but it can also be fun.... I believe all children have the ability to learn. It is important...

...hands-on activities. Effective communication with students, colleagues, parents, as well as the community is a qualification that I possess. Most importantly, being both a International and Domestic Educator, I have adapted the use of best global practices within my daily classroom culture to help all learners achieve success. A great tutor uses their skillset within different learning environments , and help children reach there highest potential . If offered this position, I would be able...

...and Physics. I have found tutoring to be extremely rewarding, getting to know them better and seeing the understanding in their eyes when they understand how a difficult concept or skill can be used and their happiness as they become successful in using it. I am skilled at and enjoy tutoring all Math subjects and both high school and college Physics. My favorite of these subjects to tutor is AP Calculus. I want to teach...

...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 and ability to look at the world critically, and the belief in one's capacity to make positive contributions to society. With this goal in mind, I am...

...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 was in the military, I was a Korean linguist, so learning new languages is an interest of mine. My students tell me that I am extremely patient...

...children at home. Luckily, my instructor took time to encourage and show me how education could change my life. I completed my A.A.S. at age 33. I was then blessed to find a tutor/mentor at work who continually encouraged me. I ultimately received a Bachelor's in Business Administration at age 43 and a Masters of Science in Management (with an emphasis on Leadership) at age 55. Over this period my career blossomed, and I reached...