Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Arlington, DC

...outside observer, a closer look reveals complex individuals with diverse educational, social and emotional needs. In this environment I strove to solidify my understanding of what it means to be a teacher. A 'good teacher' has to be ready to change, to be willing to admit when an assignment or learning strategy has fallen short...

...in order to communicate insights about a written piece to others through oral or written formats. My literacy training enabled a vertical outlook of the overall learning objectives. Beginning with Pre-Advance Placement (PreAP) English, the rigor and support of the literacy process builds throughout a student's educational career. In addition, MultiCultural Reading and Thinking (MCRaT)...

...I've graduated, I'm eager to help students with their writing before it reaches a grader. I know the challenges students face and what teachers/professors are looking for in papers. Good study skills can also make all the difference to a student's efficacy and I enjoy finding what works for them! I take a positive, motivational...

...transfer school in Brooklyn while attending graduate school part time. In 2011, I was awarded a M.A. degree in International Education. I finished my teaching career at a performance based assessment school in Manhattan before I moved back to MD in October. Although I am seeking a full time position outside of the classroom, I...

...to guide other students through a similar process. In terms of teaching experience, I taught ESL at a high school in Thailand, I co-taught Environmental Education to middle school students in Cameroon (in French), and I also tutored middle school students in math and Spanish while I was in high school. I have spent the...

...through any standardized testing roadblocks that are preventing you from getting where you want to be in life, as well as to help you achieve greater knowledge and skill purely for your own value. I specialize in reading, writing, Mandarin, and Spanish, and I am happy to work with any skill level.

...worked with students as well as homeschooling my own kids for several years has given me the confidence and experience needed to help others. My commitment to help students meet their academic goal is what I look forward to in each and every student. I have experience working with students that need help with reading,...

...received her Masters from Teachers College, Columbia University. She has taught in elementary schools for thirteen years, including schools in Los Angeles, and New York City. In the her last three years in DC, she was rated "Highly Effective" based on instructional observations and student academic growth. Jessica also taught and volunteered for many years...

...complete my Teaching English as a Foreign Language certification through the University of Toronto. I am an excellent tutor because I am friendly, encouraging, and patient, and I have a passion for teaching high school students. I have first-hand knowledge of the rigor of AP courses, and I understand the stress that accompanies the PSAT...

...instead of an exam as our midterm or final! I think college entrance essays, particularly, can be overwhelming and stressful to the student. I believe that by tackling them with a logical approach and a solid action plan, these essays do not have to be such a source of anxiety. I also have experience preparing...

...Southern California who relocated to Washington, DC. I am passionate about sports, law, and education, and am so excited to be able to combine all three. I specialize in ACT English and Reading preparation, and would also love to assist you with essay writing, personal statement editing and review, and any other writing needs. I...

I am currently finishing my Spanish and International studies degree. I am fluent in Spanish and am looking forward to working with you. I have experience in teaching English as well as Spanish. I look forward to helping you become the best student you can be!

...worked at Kumon, a tutoring center and worked with children aged 3-16. I have also worked as a private tutor and helped children in elementary school and high school. I have helped children who are struggling in school and have also helped children get ahead. I have also provided students with SAT and ACT Prep...

...courses in English Language Teaching. Most of my tutoring experience is in ESL and Algebra, both of which fascinate me, but I am also very passionate about SAT tutoring. I love seeing students improve their understanding of the material and come to enjoy studying and learning, especially when the subject initially felt daunting.

...is my great pleasure to be able to teach others, whether it's in grammar and mechanics or introducing them to what I consider is some of the best literature in the world. My approach to teaching is creative, hands-on, varied, and collaborative: I address all different learning styles and incorporate contemporary examples and activities as...

...know! I know school and test preparation can be stressful. I remember taking the SSATs, PSATs, and the SAT and I remember that it wasn't all that much fun. However, with preparation, there are many rewards to learning, test taking and academic success! With hard work, preparation and a little help, my students will have...

...track to obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. Ever since I have come to university I found that I loved teaching fellow students and people who needed a bit more help with understanding. I can tutor many subjects, but I am most confident with coding related subjects, with my favorite right now being...

Teaching, for me, is a wonderful chain reaction that never dies. My teaching philosophy prioritizes the student's learning process and their final takeaway from the classroom. Teaching is about empowering students to grow in their respective worlds and interact with other people effectively, and I am delighted to be a part of that journey for...

...to empower students to realize their unique skillset and to maximize their potential to achieve the results they want. As a tutor, my role is to be a guide and assistant to every student seeking to improve their knowledge and understanding of a subject. In my free time I enjoy being outdoors, cooking, dancing, and...

...movies - any story, really. I always get a little tingle of excitement down my spine whether I am watching or reading something for the first or fiftieth time. I am passionate about everything I do, and that extends to education. I have taught students of all grades and ages, in summer camps and schools,...