Award-Winning Elementary School English Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

Hi, my name is Laaibah Amar. I am a college student, so studying is a part of my daily life. I take a personalized approach to tutoring by getting to know each student's strengths, challenges, and learning style. From there, I create a customized study plan tailored to their needs, whether it's mastering a specific subject, improving study habits, or preparing for exams. My goal is to make learning clear, effective, and even enjoyable!

...subjects by creating a supportive, tailored learning environment. I especially enjoy tutoring English and Literature, where I love helping students grow as readers and writers. I also offer Security+ and Digital Literacy training, combining my academic background and hands-on IT experience to make computer-related concepts more accessible and engaging. My tutoring style is patient, adaptable, and centered on building confidence. I believe learning should feel approachableand even fun! I look forward to helping you succeed...

...I have extensive tutoring experience as a National Honor Society tutor in high school and I have tutored online during my free time throughout undergrad. I am proficient in a broad range of subjects, but my favorites to help other students with are English and Math. I always enjoy helping young students with math because it is great to see their excitement when they finally understand a problem and get the right answer on their...

I have passion for teaching. I believe providing the appropriate and fun material for children to learn will help them succeed in the long run. Learning should be fun and not an extra task to do! :)

...Psychology. Since then, it has been over 10 years and I have a wide and varied teaching portfolio: I added a Master's degree specializing in Learning Disabilities, taught in the Middle Years and Diploma Programs in the IB at an American international school in Zambia, and worked as an education advisor with the US Embassy in Algeria. I am currently having a great time teaching 5th graders at an elementary school in DC.

...I was formally trained to tutor in a writing center, so the minimalist style of tutoring and Socratic philosophy has always been my go-to approach. I love tutoring using a minimalist method because it engages students and helps build their skills alongside confidence in their work. Tutoring in writing and literature has always been particularly rewarding because I get to experience students finding their unique writer's voice while helping them express their ideas with clarity...

...to individual needs and backgrounds, ensuring that every learner feels supported and understood. My teaching philosophy emphasizes engagement and practical application, using interactive methods to connect with students and facilitate their learning journey. I am particularly motivated to help immigrants navigate their new environment through language acquisition, drawing on my extensive experience in public service and my fluency in both English and Spanish. I believe that every student has the potential to succeed, and I...

...One looks back with appreciation to the brilliant teachers, but with gratitude to those who touched our human feeling. -Carl Jung I have been an educator for nearly 20 years. I believe that there are countless ways to be able to assist students in understanding and grasping information. There is not one fit for all students. I graduated from High Point University with a BA in Elementary Education. I am working on finishing my MS...

...a second Master's in International Affairs from American University. I have 4 years of experience as a private tutor and 2 years of experience teaching English as a Foreign Language in South Korea. I love teaching others and watching them grow! I believe that everyone can succeed in their studies; we just each have different ways of learning! I like to incorporate creative, hands-on activities into my lessons. I think it makes learning more fun...

...a teaching perspective how it can be hard for educators to meet the specific niche needs of each student, and as a tutor I can help eliminate those gaps. Since leaving the classroom full time I have been tutoring on an off for the last year with a focus on helping students practice concepts and skills from the year prior so that they feel confident in the start of the school year. I enjoy tutoring...

...Howard University, I jumped right into news writing. I enjoyed my time writing news reports both for radio and TV. The older I got, the more I started reading, and the more I read, the more I wanted to write. I decided to pivot from writing facts to writing fiction. The possibilities are endless and I love being able to explore the limits. Now having published four children's books and one early reader chapter book,...

Hello! I'm a recent college graduate with a degree in human biology! I'm well-studied in biology and chemistry, having taken graduate courses in undergrad. I also took many classes in literature and English while in school, as it's one of my passions. I have lots of experience mentoring and teaching children ages 5-18, and am so excited to help you learn!

...with a BFA in Animation from the Savannah College of Art and Design, I am passionate about not only teaching the foundation that make up art, but how to have fun with it. I focus on adapting my teaching methods to each student's learning style, utilizing step-by-step demonstrations and visual aids to make complex concepts more approachable. I strive to create a supportive environment where students feel encouraged to explore and express their creativity, ensuring...

...they are truly enjoying the material they are learning. I have over four years of experience working with children in a variety of areas including summer camps, and education. I would love to help anyone in need of help with subjects ranging from Kindergarten - 12th grade in topics but not limited to multiplication/division, algebra, pre-calc, etc. However, my personal favorite is Algebra! I am currently in pursuit of a Marketing and Information Systems degree...

...as my teaching experience goes, I have taught within a general education classroom framework as well as smaller groups and on an individual basis. I also have experience working with students with disabilities and students who are more apt to thrive in small group and one-on-one educational experiences as opposed to whole-group. I have worked with all ages, and my most recent experiences have been with middle school and high school students. I am passionate...

...our natural curiosity and love of learning should be harnessed in the classroom, not dampened down. In pursuit of this, I encourage creative thinking and problem-solving and use various pedagogy techniques, such as active recall, to engage students in my classroom and tutoring sessions. I try to instill in all of my students that they are capable of great things and that learning is beautiful, because I truly believe that it is. I have been...

...Studies and a minor in Elementary Education. Then, I got my Master of Arts in Teaching degree from James Madison University's Graduate School in 2021 in Elementary Education. I have taught all core subject areas (math, science, social studies, reading, writing, and spelling) and I thrive on helping students grow in both their skills and confidence. My classroom experience has taught me how to tailor instruction to meet diverse learning needs, whether a student needs...

...students stress about getting things perfect. Then because they are stressed they cannot focus. I bring levity and focus to connect to our goals. I have taught preschool special education to age 22 special education. I have taught adult ESL and adult GED classes, in the span of 33 years. My goal is focused learning to achieve what YOU want to learn, not what I think you should know. I give students aged 10 and...

...College Park. Upon graduating, I became a Special Educator at a private school where I realized my passion for working with elementary and middle school students with disabilities. I am eager to ensure that students are able to receive fair educational opportunities, despite any obstacles they may be facing. My favorite subjects to tutor include elementary/middle school academics (reading, math, science, writing) in addition to essay editing for college students. In my spare time, I...

...of Georgia, I was a Teaching Assistant in Intro to International Affairs and Intro to Comparative Politics. Since graduating from the University of Georgia, I have worked conducting research in international development in human trafficking, food insecurity, education, and access to healthcare in Latin America. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, History, and Math. One of my life missions is to help others, and I believe one...