Award-Winning English Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...a puzzle. Unpacking each word in a Yeats poem is like gathering jigsaw pieces, and constructing a thesis for an essay is like putting them together. Algebra and Geometry are subjects that naturally lend themselves to puzzling. Each equation has a solution. I enjoyed learning these subjects, and I love sharing that with new people. When I am a student, the subject matter is the puzzle. When I am a teacher, my student becomes the...

It is my goal to help students achieve their utmost potential by setting high goals and holding them accountable. I am committed to the success of all students and believe a collective pursuit of knowledge will improve our overall quality of life.

I believe a positive rapport between teacher and student is essential to building a successful learning environment. Students bring a wealth of previous knowledge and experience that should be utilized to enhance curriculum and empower the student's desire to learn.

...Studies. I have also received a Master of Arts from Eastern University in Urban Studies with a concentration in Community Development. Through employment opportunities, I have had the pleasure of working with many students striving towards academic success and high school graduation; serving in both a case manager/mentor role as well as a tutor. I am well versed and have tutored students in all subjects, however my passion lies in the academic areas of English,...

...rights nonprofit in DC, where I do all sorts of data analysis. I've been fortunate enough to work and live around the world - most recently working with goat farmers in India (long story). In college, I studied abroad in Jordan. My background as a tutor is a bit unconventional: at each of these nonprofits my job included training and teaching my coworkers technical data and computer skills. Additionally, I've worked as a tour guide...

...from Saint Joseph's University. I have had many years of experience with teaching and tutoring. Generally, I feel more comfortable working with elementary-aged and middle-school aged students, however, I have also had experience tutoring high school students in algebra, reading, and writing. With younger students, I feel comfortable tutoring in every subject, but I find that my best help is in reading, writing, social studies and various math subjects. Outside of tutoring, I have worked...

...mine, television), tutoring helps me fulfill that need to help others and watch them evolve. I have always believed that too whom much is given, much is required, so having knowledge or skills and not sharing it, is not a notion familiar to me. Helping someone learn and understand a concept is great, but the bigger pleasure comes from showing them how to use the skills that they already possess to achieve results on their...

...from Los Angeles, but I moved to rural Pennsylvania for college. I fell in love with the east coast after my first fall season. I recently graduated from Bucknell University, Summa Cum Laude, with a final GPA of 3.93. I pursued 3 majors: English, History, and Spanish, and was the President of Bucknell Student Government from 2015 to 2016. I worked in the Bucknell Writing Center, where I received formal education and instruction in tutoring...

...I taught 9-and-10-year-olds science and math and as a kindergarten teacher I focused mostly on teaching children to read and basic mathematics. These very different experiences have provided me with a deeper, more meaningful understanding of what students need to be successful both academically and socially at different developmental stages. Finally, I love to learn and I love to teach! I hope that I will have the chance to meet and educate other children looking...

...as a teacher assistant at Hickory Grove Elementary. I have worked the most with students in grades 1-5 in math, science, and reading. I had the incredible opportunity to grow up on the mission field in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Those years gave me the ability to become a fluent Spanish speaker, as well as the chance to connect with and learn about varying Caribbean cultures; more importantly, they opened my eyes to the...

...and talents. Each of us has interests, knowledge, and expertise in one area or another. Sometimes, learning something new can be challenging. Regardless of age, experience or level of education, it's sometimes useful to watch, listen, and gain exposure of new material from an objective, experienced individual. I enjoy helping others. I'm an experienced professional educator, writer, communicator, and local realtor. I look forward to putting my skills to work for those who have the...

...I am a senior at Indiana University studying merchandising, and I am an aspiring special education teacher. I have a lot of experience working with young kids from teaching dance, field hockey, tutoring math and reading. I think asking questions is so important for learning growth and it is something I encourage my students to do. Additionally, I know that everyone learns differently, so communication is key to make sure I am teaching in the...

...rudimentary tasks affiliated with instructing, teaching is about having patience for students who need more time to grasp particular concepts, while providing a caring and supporting atmosphere where they may blossom. Now, with a few years of teaching under my belt, I have developed a more defined teaching philosophy. Since having established clear teaching objectives through an emphasis on diversity, by providing an atmosphere of comfort and leaving students with a desire to continue learning,...

...Degree in Elementary Education. I have experience teaching multiple subjects in 5th through 8th grade. I tutor 4th through 8th grade math (including Pre-Algebra and Algebra), science, American History, and English, as well as 4th, 5th, & 6th reading and writing. Math is my passion, though. I know, however, that math is not always a favorite of others. I'm good at making math understandable, in breaking it down to a simple form so that it's...

...have over 10 years of experience working with students of all ages and abilities. I hold a current VA State Teaching License, and am working on a master's degree in human resources. I am confident that I can make a positive impact on your child's academic journey. My approach to tutoring is student-centered and tailored to the individual needs and learning styles of each student. Whether a student requires assistance with grasping challenging concepts, improving...

...at an environmental consulting firm. However, as much as science gets me really excited, I really missed teaching! I changed careers and have now been teaching. After a year and a half abroad in Japan teaching French and English , I am now focusing on my masters in middle school science education. As a native French and English speaker, I have done a lot of tutoring in both of those subjects. As a science nerd,...

Hey there! My name is Naomi and I am a recent college grad, eager to assist those struggling in any way. I have a B.S. in Psychology and currently pursuing an M.S. in School Counseling. I am passionate about using visual aids to elevate and further students' understanding. I am fun, outgoing, and understanding. I cannot wait to help you unlock your true potential!

...college student at the University of Maryland as a Secondary Education and Government and Politics double major. I am passionate about the realm of education and creating change in my community. In the past I have worked with children aged 4-18 as a swim coach, which taught me the benefits of patience and versatility. I hope to eventually pursue a career in education policy, where I can help to enact necessary changes in our education...

...as with Johns Hopkins Kennedy Krieger Institute. Additionally in undergraduate, I lived and studied abroad in La Pa, Bolivia. While there, I worked for six months in a Bolivian mental hospital, which helped expand my Spanish fluency, particularly in medical situations. For graduate school, I attended The University of Alabama at Birmingham where I pursued a doctorate in developmental psychology with an emphasis on autism intervention therapies. While I left the university to pursue a...

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