Award-Winning English Tutors in Portsmouth, VA

I help learners develop the cognitive, language, physical, and social skills required to be successful. I help inspire learners to develop the self-confidence required to succeed in school and in life. I make learning fun! I support, encourage, engage, and cultivate creative minds. As an educator I offer experiences working with students, and adults. I strive to support all learners, and their diverse academic development and needs.

...went to Virginia Tech for my undergraduate degree and I loved it so much, I decided to stay for my Master's in Elementary Education. I am passionate about learning and making learning fun. I love everything about elementary education. Reading, writing, math, science, and social studies are all passions of mine and I love working with students in all of these areas. In my free time, I love to read, so reading with students is...

...am currently studying at Regent University, VA to earn my B.A. in Secondary Ed. with an emphasis in social and political science. In the past, I have worked as a substitute teacher and history tutor. In my occupation as a youth coordinator, I design curriculum that psychologically and practically supports child learning. I believe tutoring is the privilege of making learning flexible and adaptively personal to students' needs. History, government, and philosophy can be dull...

...college. I am thinking about going back to school for my Master's in Psychology, but I am taking a break from school for now. I have four children. A son, 20, who is in college, a daughter, 16, who will be graduating high school this year, then twin seven year olds, who are in the 2nd grade. I work at BAE Systems as a Material Control Planner II. To put it the easy way, I...

...guys! I'm a first-year college student at the University of Virginia. I have a lot of experience in my subject fields and have excelled at them academically. I am an IB diploma holder and an advanced studies diploma holder. I've also done many virtual tutoring lessons before at my previous place of employment Kumon learning center (maybe some of you have even been students there)! I'm looking forward to helping you out anyway I can;...

...a 3rd grade reading level. He was so proud of himself. That is why I love to tutor. I love to see the students succeed and help them gain the confidence they need to succeed. My goal is to help the child understand the material that they are learning any way possible. I will tutor them one way, and if they don't understand the material, I will try another way. I don't stop until they...

...students and parents. I am a Reading Specialist in a private school by career. I've been in education for 19 years and still going strong! I've taught in elementary as well as middle (well rounded). I graduated with an undergrad BA degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Masters in Reading K-12 endorsed. I've always had a love for finding easier ways to teach children and adults. Seeing many frustrated students over years made me want...

...graduated from the United Stated Naval Academy in May of 2017 as an Oceanography major. I was on the varsity swim team for all 4 years, the President of the Ocean Club my junior and senior year, volunteered with Mids for Kids teaching 7th grade science, and taught Sunday school for 2nd graders at my church. I participated in a summer internship my sophomore year called SWIFT (Severe Weather In Field Training) where myself and...

Hannah is a rising second-year in Old Dominion University's three-year Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program. For the past year Hannah has been working as a tutor in the Writing Center on campus, while maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Her specialties include grammar, sentence structure, organization, brainstorming methods, outlining, and study and research strategies.

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

...one to one tutoring sessions. I am passionate about teaching children to read which is why I have devoted time toward pursuing extensive training in phonemic awareness, phonics, and structured reading. I was voted the Reading Teacher of the Year at my school building in the 2018-2019 and 2021-2022 school year. Other subjects I enjoy teaching are math, social studies, and science. During tutoring sessions, I use hands-on materials as well as technology tools to...

Hello! I'm Kendra, a professional ESL and Curriculum Development professional. I graduated with a Bachelor's degree from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). I have worked both abroad and domestically, online and in the classroom teaching students of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels. I focus heavily on proper pronunciation, grammar and building your confidence as an English speaker. I look forward to seeing you in class!

I am a graduate of Old Dominion and The University of Oklahoma. I received my Bachelors of Science in Human Services and my Masters of Education in Special Education. Since graduation in 2020, I have taught in public and private schools. I am most passionate about helping students and providing a safe and caring learning environment. I enjoy reading and hanging out with friends and family

My philosophy stems from the belief that a child's life is influenced by their education and self-esteem. Education and self-esteem are the foundations for students to be able to function in society. It is important for students to know I care about them, their learning, and their future. I practice and teach a positive attitude towards learning. I expect that my students learn and practice a positive attitude. ... My Philosophy of Teaching My philosophy stems...

...major, I also attended Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, NC for Culinary Arts. I was an Interior Communications Electrician in the US Navy for 6 years and was very active in my command's extracurricular activities. I was the Vice President of our Heritage Committee as well as the Founder/Videographer/Producer of our Shipboard News Crew. I enjoy working with my peers and like having the ability to pass on knowledge to others. Some of my...

...subjects with a positive mindset and a willingness to engage deeply with the material. My holistic teaching philosophy addresses both the intellectual and emotional aspects of learning, ensuring that students not only understand the content but also feel empowered to excel. The joy of seeing students evolve from uncertain beginners to confident achievers is the driving force behind my commitment to education. As a tutor, I aim to equip each student with the tools and...

...look forward to getting to know and tutor you in various subjects including reading, writing, and elementary math! I have a Bachelor's degree in English/Communication and a Master's in Education/Special Education (birth-grade 2), both from Touro College. I am licensed in Early Childhood Special Education in Virginia and recently completed certification in TEFL/TESOL. I have experience working in both general and special education in private and public school settings. I like to tutor with a...

Hello! I am Brittani and I am prepared and excited to be your tutor. I graduated from Grand Canyon University with a dual major in education and a master's from Liberty University in General education. I feel teachers have the ability to change the world one student at a time. I wanted a career where I could change someone's outlook on education and make an impact. Teaching is my passion.

...as long as I can remember, I have had the same goal. I want to work with children to help them grow as learners. Since I began my journey as a teacher, I have enjoyed working with students on their learning journey. I believe that one of the greatest moments as a teacher is helping a student to succeed through their struggles and have a light bulb moment. As a teacher, my goal is to...

...My name is Danton Brewington. I graduated from Union College in Schenectady, NY with a B.S. in Economics. After graduating I went on to work at the Bement School in Massachusetts, for two years. Afterwards, I moved to Beijing and became an ESL teacher while continuing to tutor math. After some years abroad I have returned to US eager to use the teaching skills I have developed to help students of all levels improve their...