Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors serving Norfolk, VA

...K20 college-bound program, presenting Brain Awareness exhibits as a member of the Society for Neuroscience, and assistant coaching a high school Mock Trial team. Tutoring goes best when the student is motivated, and I have two main approaches to motivating my students. First, context- a topic isn't interesting or important 'just because', we have to discover how it's related to our whole world and especially to things the student already knows they care about. Second,...

After practicing law for 19 years, I left the legal field to spend more time with my daughter and to write. I love helping students learn and have a knack for breaking complex ideas into easy-to-understand concepts. As one of my business mentors, Marie Forleo, says "Everything is figureoutable!"

...the highest value-added score (5/5) by the State of Tennessee for each year I taught. I also coached and managed other math teachers for 1 year. I am passionate about helping students understand math in a clear and conceptual manner! Currently pursuing a master's degree in business analytics at the College of William and Mary. I earned my undergraduate degree in leadership and public policy at the University of Virginia. I minored in economics.

Hello! I'm a prospective grad student looking to earn a little extra cash. I love animals and the arts. I am one of the best electric guitar players in the world right now. I am qualified to teach a variety of subjects and I look forward to working with you towards achieving your goals!

...Luckily, my instructor took time to encourage and show me how education could change my life. I completed my A.A.S. at age 33. I was then blessed to find a tutor/mentor at work who continually encouraged me. I ultimately received a Bachelor's in Business Administration at age 43 and a Masters of Science in Management (with an emphasis on Leadership) at age 55. Over this period my career blossomed, and I reached the top of...

Fourth year medical student. I majored in biochemistry and economics at the University of Virginia. I enjoy running, reading, and watching movies. I listen to a few podcasts and like to learn about new things. I enjoy teaching and have taught for many years.

...things easier to understand. In other words, I don't want to make things harder than they need to be. I use technology as much as possible and like to find resources that I can provide to my students to make their academic careers more enjoyable and manageable. I retired from the US Navy in 2015 after serving for 22 years on active duty. I am enjoying my retirement and each opportunity I get to work...

...Rhetoric course. I was also heavily involved with Biomedical Engineering research, being a recipient of the Dean's Undergraduate Research Initiative Fellowship. I graduated from VCU in May 2015 with Magna Cum Laude and Honors distinction. In Fall of 2015 I started school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. During my tenure at the medical school, I took two years off: one to do research, and one to pursue a Certificate of Anatomy from...

...generation of healthcare providers. In addition to my work as an educator, I am also the proud owner of a psychiatric practice where I provide personalized education and support to individuals with special needs. As a parent of a daughter with Down Syndrome and a special needs son, I understand the value of tailored education and the impact it can have on an individual's life. I firmly believe that education is a powerful tool that...

...influenced nursing students retention With decades of Nursing Education and critical care experience, teaching, tutoring and mentoring nursing students is my passion. I am a Certified Nurse Educator, with extensive teaching and work experience in the areas of Adult Health Nursing, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology and Dosage Calculations. I especially am drawn to assisting nursing students to apply knowledge learned throughout their program of study by coaching and guiding them to become better test-takers, problem solvers, critical...

...and will help with higher level math down the road. I push my students to the level of accomplishment I believe they are currently capable of achieving. I feel one of my greatest resources as a math tutor is true empathy. I was not fond of math in high school, either. It was only in college that I really hit the books when it came to math and eventually learned to enjoy math because I...

I heard someone say that everyone starts out liking math. But they meet that one math teacher or class or even a problem that intimidates them, possibly embarrasses them. And they build a wall and find it hard to continue liking math. I want to show them an easier way to understand the concepts; I want people to like math.

...a few students on the side. As a TA, I worked with hundreds of students in both large classes and small group environments. This helped me appreciate how student abilities range from individual to individual and the importance of building an honest and respectful relationship with clients. I am currently taking a gap year before hopefully attending medical school next fall, so my schedule is extremely flexible. I am happy to meet students at a...

...school siblings, high school family friends, and college students in the past. Additonally, I have been a teachers assistant for an elementary school where I got to teach students and tutor them in areas they might need extra help. I have also been a teaching assistant in Introductory College Biology, which allowed me to work one-on-one with individuals in order to clear misconceptions, answer questions, and further improve their knowledge to help them succeed in...

...mathematics! With over two years of teaching math at the community college level, seven teaching high school, and over ten years of tutoring experience, I know what it takes to be successful in this area. My passion for helping others and eventually heading into the problem solving has always been something really important to me. As an educator, we take pride in being able to organize strategies and approach problem solving. I look forward to...

English is not hard, but it takes diligence to master. I am committed to helping improve a student's comprehension and analytical skills. Together, we can demystify the language and discover how to use it effectively in its various forms.

Throughout my academic journey, I have encountered the transformative power of personalized guidance. I understand that every learner is unique, with distinct strengths and challenges. My motivation to tutor stems from the belief that education is a shared journey, and by offering my knowledge and support, I can contribute to the success of others.

...for The Spectrum (the student newspaper at UB) and took English literature courses there; I enjoy writing and can help with English or writing subjects as well. I earned my degrees in Neurobiology and Psychology and would love to help you learn both. Some of my favorite classes were Microbiology, Clinical Neurobiology, and Comparative Primate Anatomy. I am currently doing research in Immunological Oncology at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, work as a pharmacy technician, and...

...past their obstacles. There are often useful tips and tricks to help students manage difficult material with greater ease. Above all, I value creating a comfortable environment where even a timid student can feel comfortable taking chances and making mistakes with the material, free of embarrassment, in the name of improving. As I've said to my students, it makes no sense to struggle silently with a hard subject. If you have a question or need...

...learning styles and from diverse backgrounds. As a successful first generation college student who is now applying to medical school---and who has consequently learned firsthand how to successfully study---my tutoring philosophy is that it is critical for a student to understand the "why" of his or her studies. From my experience, once a student can understand why the subject matter is important and see how it relates to other topics, other courses, and, importantly, to...