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...

...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 the SAT Math section and a 5 (top score) on the AP Calculus...

...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 part to various teachers who inspired me. I would like to be a...

...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 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...

...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 to study and helping them achieve their academic goals is extremely rewarding. When I am...

...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...

...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 for what works and what does not work, which I use to tailor...

...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 you give it your all and remain positive! With a positive attitude, perseverance...

...complete assignments and work towards finishing projects. While I am certified to tutor a broad range of subjects, I 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....

...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 News Crew. I enjoy working with my peers and like having the ability...

...humor into learning can make the experience much more enjoyable, and therefore more effective. It's easy to spark an 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...

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...

...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 process. I am able to work with a student to discover what they...

...in order to help every student realize their fullest potential. I thoroughly enjoy tutoring students in all grades and 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...

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...

...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 to take both my former tutoring and classroom experiences and differentiate to help...

...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 students how to think in such a way that makes...

...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 offering you tutoring with someone with experience in mathematics, standardized testing, and instruction.

...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 and understanding, and I enjoy helping people understand concepts and developing a life-long...

...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 the world. I took early retirement and am lucky enough to choose my path. Thinking back over the years, which included happily coaching numerous amateur athletic teams (8-18 year olds), I decided I wanted to work with children, teens, and...