Award-Winning English 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...

I'm a freshman at the College of William and Mary studying finance and computer science. I've been tutoring since high school, and love how it allows me see familiar subjects from a different perspective. In my free time, I like to play rugby, spend time with my friends, and do Model UN. I can tutor most subjects that I've taken before, but especially love teaching high school math.

Hi! My name is Aubanita Kirk and I am a college graduate working on an internship in Memphis! I am very patient and kind and I love coming up with new ways to help people because every one learns in their own special way. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me!

A charismatic teacher getting better with every lesson! M. Ed.

...how to succeed in the desired subject area. I tend to apply alternative methods that encourage open communication, and interactive engagement (versus "top down" teaching strategies). I believe strongly in self-assessment and giving the student the ability not only to find their strengths, but also their weaknesses and give them the skills to overcome those challenges through attainable milestones. I have fostered and tutored three nieces into advanced programs and honor rolls in their schools...

...up to almost 8,000 feet. Besides running I love traveling. I have lived all over the West Coast of the United States and I have traveled to almost every major European country. During my naval service I lived in Spain for 4 years and while there I met my wife who is a native Italian. Together we have 2 wonderful children.I am fluent in Italian and I have at least rudimentary language skills in Mandarin...

...help them improve in all subjects. I will give students the freedom for creativity and have them take on responsibilities in the classroom. I am a firm believer that every student has the potential to succeed. Since I have always had this devotion and love for education I have discovered that this has helped me become a better teacher and will continue to grow in my area of expertise. I have an ability to connect...

I graduated from Saint Leo University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. I retired from the United States Navy. I have a heavy tutoring concentration in math and business, with knowledge in electronics. I love tutoring in finance and math.

...of Arts in English, and it is my hope that I might be able to provide those same advantages to 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...

...of Collegiate Scholars, and (4) Alpha Sigma, Lambda National Honor Society. My philosophy is to make learning fun, give lots of smiles, use any necessary props or learning tools that are effective to help students accomplish learning objectives/goals, and most importantly, always give lots of positive feed back, encouragement and praise, even when students are struggling. All these things will help students stay motivated and striving to learn. Effective teaching results in effective learning. When...