Award-Winning English Tutors in Washington DC

...excited to be working with Varsity Tutors. After taking a break from tutoring to travel North America and abroad, I'm glad to get back into doing what I love...having interesting conversations about subjects that can seem very boring. While standardized testing seems to drain the life out of every subject, there are ways to make it fun while still having the tools to ace the test. My style of teaching integrates the real world as...

...style and needs. My background in engineering has strengthened my analytical thinking and attention to detailqualities I use to help students gain confidence and succeed in the classroom. Beyond academics, I have experience mentoring younger students and leading educational outreach through my leadership roles with the American Society of Civil Engineers. I'm passionate about helping students not only improve their grades but also feel empowered and curious about the world around them. I look forward...

I tutor American history, political science, US government, reading, and writing. I am a graduate of the University of Delaware and the University of Maryland. I have a bachelor's degree in history and political science and a master's degree in government and politics. I've tutored, taught, and written. Most recently, I've worked for a US senator on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.

...subject to teach. My joy comes from watching someone grasp a new skill or concept that they did not have, or think they have. I believe we all can learn something new everyday. Regardless of your age or what you know, learning is a continous process. Outside of my love of teaching, I enjoy reading, puzzles, karate, Tai Chi, traveling, learning new crafts, and spending quality time with my family and close friends.

...2 years. I particularly specialize in tutoring all levels of calculus and algebra. I have been a soccer coach for the last 4 years, and have learned a lot of patience and creativity to stay engaging regardless of my audience. I can tutor math in a variety of subjects, including chemistry, physics, and statistics, as well real-life application for difficult subjects. I always stay flexible with my learning style, and can teach units and subjects...

I am a professional physicist/engineer, who also loves teaching and enjoys helping his students to master the subjects. I will always work hard and persistently with you until you understand the topic at hand and I will do my best to help you bridge any gap in knowledge that obstructs your way to success.

...have a Masters degree in Elementary Education and a Bachelors in Criminal Justice. I have tutored since I was in High School. I have always loved children and being able to make a difference in the lives of others. I am very big on reading/language arts and writing. I do lot of visual and audio type of learning strategies, and I use a lot of practice with fun activities incorporated into the lesson. I can't...

...that one of the most significant ways someone can improve in a subject is by increasing their confidence. Too often, people misinterpret small difficulties in reading or writing as proof that they will never excel. With practice and an open mind, you may find yourself pleasantly surprised at the potential you do indeed have. Apart from the humanities, I enjoy graphic design, astronomy, dreaming about the car collection I would love to have, and event...

I am a new college grad with experience as a teacher's aide through high school. I have experience proofreading and offering writing advice, as well as tutoring in a variety of subjects. I like to use a hands-on, interactive approach to tutoring, often bringing in outside materials, such as film, and encouraging a dialogue between myself and my students. I'm happy to help you reach your great potential!

...by a good mentor or teacher. I am multilingual, a strength that I can use to communicate effectively with diverse groups of people and also promote inclusivity among students. While I adapt my teaching style based on the student, I combine different learning modalities into the lesson plan so that students are comfortable with the topic. When students understand the topic because of real-life examples, it removes the need for rote learning and makes it...

...priority in a tutoring session is that my client feels comfortable and free to learn without judgement. I received my bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature and Film Studies and embraced my love of close reading and analysis. I worked at the Writing Center at my university and tutored undergrad students, then was a teaching assistant to the Writing Center's tutoring course. I also taught SAT and ACT prep courses for a local company...

...and english speaking skills. This is why Mathematics is my favourite subject to tutor. I am also comfortable tutoring for standardised tests such as the GRE and SAT. My goal is not merely to teach facts and formulas but rather to help the student develop the intuition behind them. I value critical thinking and problem solving skills and that is what I would like to teach my students as well. These are skills that are...

...teaching philosophy centers around patience, creativity, and connection. I aim to create an atmosphere where students feel safe to ask questions, make mistakes, and grow from them. I tailor my tutoring style to each child's needs, drawing from hands-on strategies, real-world applications, and a dose of humor and encouragement. Whether it's decoding tricky science concepts or building a paragraph, I celebrate the small victories with my students, knowing that every step forward matters.

...needs from different schools in English, math, science, and art. I also worked as a teacher's aide, helping third-grade students with their school work. I believe that education is critical for someone, either young or old, should have. Furthermore, any student struggling in their studies should get the help they need and not fall behind. I tutor Elementary School reading, English, and reading, and interests outside of tutoring are yoga, HIIT training, oil painting, gardening,...

...in the Washington, D.C. area. I tutor in the test prep space - primarily for the SAT, ACT, and LSAT. I graduated from the University of Alabama in 2013, where I was a National Merit Scholar. I then spent one year in the Washington, D.C. area as a SAT/ACT instructor for a testing company, where I taught at four different area high schools and marketed company services to area high school students. I then attended...

...horizons. I have also been a college instructor and a trainer in several high-profile corporate environments. I tutor in a range of subjects and disciplines but I specialize in business management, accounting, finance, and computer and information technology as well as project management. Perhaps computing is my favorite because of its immediate interactivity. When instructing or tutoring a student, I value that they are able to grasp the concepts and objectives of the subject matter....

...know how cumbersome it is to have to study a subject that either one does not enjoy or that does not come easy to him or her. Math tends to be the one subject I've noticed that students typically aren't excited about and typically have difficulty with, but I believe it is the most fun subject to tutor. I love to tutor elementary and middle school math and I help students with their writing. I...

...SAT test prep to Mandarin, I am especially passionate about helping others develop their communication skills. I am always working on improving my own skills through my studies at Vanderbilt University, where I am pursuing a major in organizational behavior and three minors in business, film, and studio art. Prior to my matriculation at Vanderbilt, I studied at a small Quaker school in Washington, D.C. The school's emphasis on learning via discovery serves as the...

...former elementary and special education teacher with 8 years of experience in 2 different counties, including 2 different Title I schools. I have experience teaching students for whom English is their second language, as well as students with Autism, ADD/ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Other Health Impairments. I am passionate about helping all students reach their full potential! I love teaching all aspects of reading comprehension, from beginning phonological awareness and letter sounds, to more advanced...

I am a graduate of Elmira College. I received my Bachelor's of Science in Speech and Language Disabilities. Since graduating, I have taught children with and without various types of learning disabilities. I have participated in a multitude of trainings to improve my teaching abilities. I hold a TEFL certification as well as extensive experience with children of all ages.