Award-Winning English Tutors in Washington DC

...to give everyone a strong support system and positive role model. Since graduating from UMD, I have been serving with AmeriCorps through City Year, a nonprofit organization that goes into schools to target student attendance, behavior, and course work with a near-peer relationship. In my spare time, I love to catch up with friends, read a good book, test out a new baked good recipe, or cheer on the Washington Capitals and Maryland Terrapins.

I grew up in Europe and have moved to America 8 years ago. I speak French, Italian and English fluently and am currently completing my Masters in Applied Mathematics and Systems Engineering. I have a passion for helping others in their learning journey, especially in overcoming their learning challenges. I have a wide experience in various forms of tutoring and teaching from Calculus II to Physics.

...Algebra 2, Geometry, TOEFL, IELTS etc. I am obsessed with teaching Math because I think its all about logical thinking, and I enjoy showing others that it can be easy to conquer any Math problem. Math makes us smarter every day. Most importantly, tutoring Math is the fastest way to track a students progress, and its pretty obvious if a tutor and a student can work together very effectively. My teaching philosophy is made up...

...of several K12 programs from science fairs to high school trivia competitions. I have a bachelor's degree in theatre and digital video from James Madison University. With an MFA in Creative Writing Fiction from George Mason University, I have an education in English and narrative structure. I've spent the last five years working at a college, most recently in admissions and application review. When I'm not tutoring or reading, you can find me writing my...

...Teaching and tutoring are acts of service based on my obligation to care for the intellectual, economic, and cultural development of my students. Teaching and tutoring are lifetime pledges to show my students the goodness that is in them and in the world. By fostering an atmosphere of positive expectations from the outset, I imbue my teaching with a sense of faith by showing my students that I believe in them and in their ability...

I am a recent graduate of Northwestern University, where I studied Economics and Legal Studies. I have 7 years of tutoring experience, ranging from Kindergarten to SAT Prep. I currently work for Capital One, and I love football and basketball. I am a huge fan of movies, from chick flicks to Marvel movies. I love traveling, playing board games and exploring new cuisines. I love working with kids and helping them to understand new topics!

I am a graduate from the University of Michigan, with a major in the Literature, Arts and Science program. Currently, I develop Trainings for an Enterprise, creating course curriculums, developing interactive training and providing support for their learning and development needs. I love assisting grade school students with Math, Reading and Comprehension, Phoenetics, and various subjects.

...ever is learning whatever subject should love what they are learning. Their fundamentals should be strong, so that as they go further in their study of that subject they will understand what is going on and why it is going on. If the foundation is strong the structure will hold. Of course it is always nice to get As, but I want to help people understand what they are learning and help them grow in...

I have a B.S. in Mathematics from East Tennessee State University and an M.S. in Mathematics Education from Radford University. I have been a high school mathematics teacher for 9 years working to help every student reach their full mathematical potential. I have taught several secondary math subjects including Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, IB Mathematics, Computer Science (Java Programming) and AP Calculus.

I am a constant learner with a passion for not only helping students achieve their highest potential academically, but also acquire some level of comfort, if not pleasure, from reading and writing. I thoroughly enjoy working with young people and find that the learning is always a two-way process when I interact with students.... I am always researching strategies and methods to help students connect with the subject matter and work through challenging assignments. I...

...it my own. When I teach, my goal is to encourage the student to take ownership of the subject matter. Once ownership happens, it becomes easier to engage and ask questions that lead to understanding. I graduated from Georgetown University in May 2012 with a degree in Government and English. I have taught middle and high school students in DC and South Africa, as well as tutored undergraduate students at Georgetown. I believe everyone has...

...use of stimulating activities and student-centered methodology, you can learn and have fun during my lessons. I will personalize materials based on your learning style. I sometimes assign homework in order to help my students practice their new language, and provide periodic assessments to check their progress. I want my students to enjoy my lessons and want their parents to be satisfied with my service, so I often ask for feedback. I look forward to...

...my mandatory volunteer hours at an after school program in Washington DC. Here I gained my first experience tutoring younger students in various subjects such as Math, Language Arts, Reading and etc. I gained a passion that year in reinforcing taught materials to those students and continued to volunteer there even after reaching my 120 hours of community service that were needed to complete graduations requirements. From high school, I went on to study Elementary...

...news articles, and hanging out with family and friends. There is a point in every student's life where you notice you need help. When I was a student, I know when these instances occurred and barely had the resources to access the tools needed to be successful. Now, I want to use my skills & experience to help students be their best academic selves to succeed in both their personal and professional lives. I begin...

...shows. There were no personal computers or smart phones, credit cards also were something of a novelty, automobiles were mostly super-sized, tailfinned boats, and the Internet was so foreign a concept that it had not been dreamt of even by the most daring futurists or science fiction writers. I was born in the United States, my hometown Washington DC. I was raised from ages 4-11 in Latin America (El Salvador, Venezuela, Chile), therefore I'm fluent...

I have a masters degree in biological anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Oregon. I am a middle school earth science and math teacher. I have taught students from preschool through university level. I enjoy encouraging students to be active participants in their learning and to think critically. I also have an extensive background in primatology and a passion for wildlife conservation.

Hi! My name is Cara and I am a tenured first grade team leader, with my bachelor's degree in special education and my master's degree in educational technology. I also have my certification in elementary education. I am looking for tutoring opportunities to help your child excel in school!

...One, surfing the web, computer programming, and watching silly YouTube videos. More than anything, I'm eager to impart some of the math/physics/economics know-how, tricks, and tips I've learned over the years from taking dozens of courses from the high school level to the upper-most college level unto my students. Finally, having initially struggled with Physics and Math myself as a highschooler and college student, I'm in a unique position to empathize and guide students so...

I am a recent psychology and sociology graduate from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. I am currently pursuing my Master's degree in I/O Psychology. Due to my extensive formal education, it is my desire to aid others by sharing my knowledge.

...Scholarship; a full-tuition award complete with 2 internships, given to outstanding academic leaders. I chose to go to Washington and Lee, however, I was accepted into seven other prestigious schools: Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Chicago, University of Michigan, Kenyon College, Albion College, and Colby College. Through my involvement on the Varsity Men's Basketball team in college and with various University Groups/Clubs, I have learned the importance of balance, sacrifice, and gained confidence;...