Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors in Portsmouth, VA

...many areas of my human experience. With threads of success and failure delicately woven into the fabric of my work, I am humbled by the realization that life, like science, is a perpetual state of refinement. The complex web of challenges in biology is of great interest to me. As an aspiring physician, knowing how the body works as well as environmental effects on the body will play an important role in my future career....

...specialist in 7 schools elementary, middle, and high school. The coolest part about teaching and tutoring math is that I can take an intimidating subject that many students don't enjoy and help them gain confidence and a connection to themselves. I take special care to make sure my students understand that it is okay to make mistakes and provide them effective feedback so that they learn from them. When necessary, I like to break down...

...one, and celebrated every improvement. Outside of academics, I am a professional classical musician and am active as a French horn teacher and performer. I've worked as a tutor at a math tutoring company for two years, where I've gotten a lot experience with students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. I'm very familiar with the best techniques for teaching mathematics at many different levels. I've also done some private tutoring in calculus and in study...

...ESL learners to help mold children into critical and creative thinkers of high moral stature. My experience working in varied environments have enabled me to develop a range of teaching and leadership skills. I am qualified and have the experience in developing curriculum-aligned lessons that engage multiple intelligences through the integration of technology and hands-on activities. Effective communication with students, colleagues, parents, as well as the community is a qualification that I possess. Most importantly,...

...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 just want to help more students find Math and Science in the same ways I...

...Virginia Beach, where I tutored English, Writing, Reading, Basic Math, and Algebra 1. My favorite subject to tutor is Reading, because a strong foundation in Reading can open many doors for students, and very often makes other subjects easier to learn. Every student is an individual, however, and I therefore like to take an individualized approach to each one. During the first session with a student, I generally like to take some time for the...

...from grades Pre-K to college seniors has given me the versatility and knowledge to adapt to different personalities and circumstances. My qualifications as a tutor will allow me to be able to go above and beyond what is asked and expected of me. I am ready and willing to take on any task placed before me, while making sure my students are prepared and equipped for the next step in their educational journey.... With teaching, you have to make sure you are on the level of the STUDENT, whatever level that may be; and have the versatility to be able to adapt to various learning styles in order to best suit your student.

...with extensive teaching experience in a range of environments. In addition to tutoring mathematics and sciences, I also tutor applied physics/physics. At my present job, I am an instructor for the DOD in the radiological protection field. On days I am off work, I have been a substitute teacher for Hampton School District and during evening hours I have been a tutor for Huntington Learning Center. I am particularly interested in tutoring mathematics from high...

...I attended graduate school at FSU in the Molecular Biology program for 2 years where I taught several undergraduate courses before I left the program to take a business opportunity in retail management. I spent the next 6 years working at different levels of management before deciding to shift my career focus back to my first love: teaching. While working in the world of business, I was able to train many new people and develop...

...and Computer Programming. I love the feeling you get when you're able to develop students 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 with students using any of...