Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Washington DC

With an array of experiences within the biomedical and healthcare industry, I desire to assist students in strengthening their foundation in the basic sciences that will assure them success in a science related career.

...students to identify academic challenges and learn about strengths in order to tailor tutoring to each student's needs. I believe that it is most beneficial to capitalize on strengths and transform learning and studying from chores to enjoyable activities. Moreover, I strive to introduce you to a variety of skills, techniques, and ways of approaching schoolwork and test preparation to help you find what works best for you so that you can apply them both...

...all ages and abilities, and have spent my time in college doing just that. I have a great deal of experience working with different personalities, learning styles, and comprehension levels. When tutoring students, I like to make the experience as pleasant as possible. I've had my fair share of terrible teachers (haven't we all?!) and my goal is to remind my students that learning can actually be fun. I am adaptable, reliable and hardworking, and...

...a young age, thanks to my parents and a library card that opened my eyes to a wealth of information. It's my goal to help others enjoy learning as much as I have! I first started tutoring in high school, and I've enjoyed helping students from kindergarten age through college work through challenging concepts to gain a better understanding of the material. I'm a strong believer that "hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work...

...all ages and levels and even traveled to Las Vegas to partner with Teach For America and work with students in underprivileged schools. I have always loved working with children and helping them accomplish goals and further their knowledge. I have dedicated my life to education as I believe that it is the key to a successful life. I always try to make learning fun and innovative, and I try to pass on my love...

I am a current graduate student at Johns Hopkins University studying economics. I am interested in using math and economics to unravel the mysteries that make up our modern world. Professionally I worked as a strategy consultant at Pricewaterhouse Coopers after graduating from Georgetown University ... I believe that learning should be first and foremost fun and enjoyable. No amount of studying will ever work if a student is not passionate and engaged with the material.

...subjects in many of the core subject areas, I am most passionate about Algebra I/II and American History. For me, it is very rewarding and enjoyable to work with students and guide them to academic success. Undoubtedly, I enjoy learning and working through word problems and providing detailed information about important dates, facts, and figures. I know that my drive for success and enthusiasm will be contagious for any student that I work with on...

...math, specifically Algebra. I love that math is very objective whereas there is only one answer although there are many ways to arrive at the answer. I have learned that, while tutoring, it is extremely important to have fun with a subject area and to make the content relatable to the student. These practices help motivate students to want to continue to study in their spare time, therefore excelling. Outside of tutoring, I love to...

...Italy. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this...

...of experience teaching middle school to undergraduate students I am sure I can help students of any ability. Having scored a 99 percentile in my GRE (Graduate Record Examination), I know what is required to do well in a standardized test from a students perspective. Having been there pretty recently I am good at pacing and organizing SAT/GRE preparations. In my free time I love to work out, play ping pong or solve rubiks cubes...

...and high school mathematics (basic arithmetic, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, Trig, AP Statistics) for 3 years and have taught/coached mathematics teachers. I have experience with curriculum development and design and currently work in education policy. Learning is so fun once you realize it doesn't have to be difficult or boring and it's lifelong for me! There is no teaching without learning. No excuses! Just do it! I'm here with you and we will conquer...

...degree is in Elementary Education and I am finishing up my Master's degree in Special Education. I completed my student teaching in the city of Pittsburgh, and am a licensed teacher in the state of Virginia, where I have been teaching for several years. While my expertise is working with K-6 students in math, reading, writing and standardized test taking, I've tutored students K-12 on algebra, geometry, English (including all AP courses) and history courses....

...than anyone else and you need to figure out what angle will get you there" can make a light bulb go on. All of my previous students have had different learning styles, personalities, and interests; one of my favorite things about tutoring is figuring out what makes them tick so I can come up with appropriate examples. When I have time, I am a huge fan of traveling and skiing. I think traveling is a...

...the tutoring session. The said method, I have have used on several of my students and so far it has proven to be very effective. I provide tutoring on demand even with a late notice. I like to make sure every tutoring demand is met, and met when a student really needs the most. I am very prompt to replying to emails and texts. I keep my students and parent fully informative of what to...

...schools' college prep coursework. I continued teaching during college and graduate school where I was a teaching assistant for several undergraduate Physics courses and a lab instructor for an introductory Earth Science course. Nowadays, when I'm not tutoring, you can find me judging at local county science fairs or volunteering at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History. I'm always happy to talk about the happenings at the museum, so please do ask if you're...

...my role to identify this and look for solutions. What works for one student may not work for another, and I feel that there is always more than one way to approach a solution. I believe that tutoring is the most beneficial form of teaching, because it is as much about the learning style of the client as it is about the subject matter. Personalized approaches and self-motivated learning are essential ingredients for academic success.

...chemist soon after. I always knew that I wanted to teach at some point and recently decided to pursue this career path as a 3rd grade math teacher. I had always been involved with tutoring and assisting people with educational endeavors. I come from a large family, so I initially gained experience with helping family and friends with homework, which led to tutoring while in college. My passion has always been helping and doing my...

...an undergraduate teacher assistant, and an intern for the Economic Education Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. As a tutor for the university, I had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of students ranging from traditional freshmen to adult learners. To help develop my tutoring skills, I attended weekly workshops, where we focused on communication skills, the tutoring cycle, and learning styles. I was also reviewed by a peer tutor and...

I'm originally from Boston and I graduated from Wesleyan University in Connecticut, where I majored in Government and Sociology. During my junior year, I studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark. After graduating, I moved to Washington, D.C. to pursue an internship in the federal government and I've stayed here ever since.

...is math and physics, but I also enjoy tutoring government and political science simply because those topics lead to interesting discussions that tend to pique students' minds. I always try to tie real life examples with the topic of the day, whether it be history or math, because that insight can often make the topic enjoyable as well as educational. An enjoyable session not only helps the students stay focused, but also helps to ingrain...