Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors 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...

...to begin tutoring with Varsity. Education is very important to me, as I am currently pursing my second master's degree. I have worked primarily in the mental health field for the past 10 years, but most of that was in an in-school setting in which I was responsible for assisting students with their educational needs. In my last position, I served as an education paraprofessional. I also served as a teacher's assistant for two years...

...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 need to move forward. My job is...

...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 I must say that my favorite subjects are languages. As a lifelong student of languages myself, I understand most of the challenges that come with...

...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 other students excel. I am available...

...classmates has taught me how to be supportive and identify with others. I do not wallow in the problem but create solutions. Also, serving as a Legacy Leader during Ramdition, a weeklong orientation hosted by the students and faculty at Winston Salem State University in 2011 and 2012, taught me how to calmly deal with unexpected situations with poise and confidence. Collectively, the executive positions, jobs, and volunteerism have helped me to become a stronger...

...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 the top of my field (Division Quality Assurance Manager). This took a lot of hard work, family support, and...

...public school system. I have been teaching for 11 years, all of which have been in Virginia Beach. I have spent most of my time teaching 2nd grade, but I have also taught 4th and 5th grade. I grew up knowing I wanted to be a teacher and spent my high school and college years volunteering with different children's programs, primarily in my church. I have a passion and great desire to work with children...

...of Arts degree in Psychology and will graduate in May 2016 with my Masters degree in Elementary Education. My current student teaching position in a Kindergarten classroom, in addition to the many years of experience I have tutoring students on a volunteer basis, has helped me see my true passion for helping young students achieve their goals and dreams. I strongly believe all students can succeed and consider it my job to pull resources, experience,...

...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 that learning should be enjoyable and fun and hope that my students will quickly feel at ease with me while growing to be confident learners ready...