Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Baltimore, MD

I specialize in tutoring Writing and the Humanities, having tutored for over three years at the Writing Center at the University of Maryland. I especially enjoy helping students overcome their anxiety and frustration about writing by breaking down the writing process into simple, manageable steps. My other specialties include helping high school students write college application essays, anything involving Literature or History, and the Baltimore Orioles.

...their improvement. I offer a vibrant, friendly, and nurturing personality that would be a perfect fit for you. Last year I worked for for a school system in Oklahoma as a substitute teacher. Through this experience I was able to experience a wide variety of classroom philosophies and quickly determine for which strategies work and which do not. As a result I am able to think quickly and adapt lesson plans instructional techniques and discipline...

...second-year student at the American University Washington College of Law and am currently concentrating on intellectual property law. Originally from California, I grew up speaking a mixture of Chinese and Vietnamese at home while learning English and Spanish in school. While I love learning new languages and about new cultures, I most enjoyed writing and reading in school. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, creating short films, and browsing independent book stores for leisure...

...Social Work. I taught in the D.C. Public School System for 22 years and retired in 2014. Teaching has been my since childhood. Playing "School" with my friends was a favorite summer past time. As I watched my mother teach, I thought it to be the most important job in the world. Observing the learning process is so rewarding for me. I love the way children's eyes light up when they have achieved a goal....

Hi! I am Ms. Mari and have been a writing instructor/tutor for over 15 years. I have worked with students of all ages, and I have tutored ESL students as well. I can assist with school assignments, proofreading, test preparation for reading and writing content areas, research writing and personal writing goals.

...minor in Philosophy. I am a passionate writer, literature nerd, and self-proclaimed film critic, with a knack for both creativity and critical thinking. I tutor English and reading subjects. I am very skilled in reading comprehension and the technical aspects of writing such as grammar and punctuation. I also thoroughly enjoy the creative process from brainstorming to idea development and final editing; it feels like doing a puzzle. In high school I tutored younger students...

...about how to be the best culturally responsive teacher I can be. Before working in DC Public Schools, I studied English at Sewanee: The University of the South and worked there as a writing tutor for three years. I love examining a good story with my students and guiding them through the process of drawing out a text's greater relevance to their own lives. I also enjoy helping young writers develop their own personal style...

...critical thinking and universal concepts. My teaching philosophy is to target the student's source of frustration, to ensure correct terminology using the student's course materials, to provide strategies for memorizing information, and to focus the bulk of the tutoring session on the student's homework or projects. In addition, I am very understanding, patient, and kind. My hobbies include music, poetry, songwriting, violin, copyright law, producing records, photography, and videography. I like helping students with homework,...

As an educator, I strive to ensure that all of my students gain knowledge from my lessons. However, that is not always the outcome. Re-teaching and re-evaluating are essential skills an educator must possess. I strive to meet the needs of all students. As your child's tutor I will work to get to know your child and establish a connection with your children in order to meet success. ... In typical first session with a student,...

...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 and SAT exams. I am dedicated and hardworking, and I had academically successful high school and college careers. At Wake Forest University, I majored in...

...share my knowledge of amazing places, people, and cultures through the field of geography. My experiences with tutoring began at the age of eight, and these experiences greatly influence the way I teach, coach, and tutor students and clients . It began at the kitchen table, usually right after dinner. I remember my stepdad ‘helping’ me with my math homework. It always ended badly, with him yelling at me, and me feeling stupid and small....

...it into one you will be proud to submit. I have a Master's in English and have been teaching for over 20 years. Recently, I took a Saga coaching course to hone my tutoring skills. My tutoring style is learner centered and the first thing I do in our session is boost your confidence. I am patient and I like for you to ask me any questions you have. I want you to learn the...

...approach guide my tutoring approach. My resume demonstrates the wide variety of contexts in which I have worked, taking on responsibilities such as creating curriculums and lesson plans for full-scale, rigorous high school courses and privately tutoring elementary-level students in English literacy, grammar and vocabulary. I also speak Spanish at an advanced level and have a basic knowledge of most other subjects. Most importantly though, I can't wait to hear how I can help the...

...was like to be so overwhelmed by the courses in front of me. I remember thinking I didn't even know what I didn't know, and I had no idea where to start or how to ask for help. In our sessions, we can be candid. We can struggle openly and find conclusions together, and I promise to work with you to help you not only navigate the issues at hand, but gain the skills to...

...assistants, 100 and 200-level French students, and 9th grade English students at a local high school. I have also given informal counseling to law school applicants. I am a people person who can put students at ease and give them the confidence to approach their studies in new and creative ways. My strengths are writing, humanities, french, and prep school, college, and law school admissions counseling. I have a very flexible schedule and am willing...

...history, geography, and politics in general. I am Spanish and Peruvian by origin, and I grew up in Florida. I have lived in three continents, and I have over five years of experience teaching in multicultural environments. I love teaching one-on-one and helping my students excel in their specific learning goals. For me teaching is like cooking, the best results are obtained when you're willing to try new things and integrate different techniques and ingredients...

...engaged. I also encourage them to relax and reward them for good results. Some choose Starbucks frappuccinos, some choose pizza delivery, and one girl insisted I come shopping with her after the session and offer fashion tips, though thats usually not in the job description. The direction that my experience with each student takes is independently influenced by who they are, what they want, and how they learn. How sessions are crafted is almost entirely...

...with a degree in both linguistics and English and a certificate in "Policy Journalism & Media Studies," I enrolled in a two year master's program at the University of Notre Dame. During these two years, I completed my coursework for a master's degree in education while teaching in an under-resourced school in Dallas, Texas. There I taught the skills of effective writing, speaking, and listening to students in grades 6 through 8 in grammar, vocabulary,...

...I am certified in Elementary Education and I also have a Master's in Education. I specialize in Common Core and PARCC preparation as well as differentiation of instruction for students. I also am very familiar with teaching Elementary Math, Reading, Phonics, Reading Comprehension, and test preparation. I love to challenge a student's learning style while also catering to their personal needs. Teaching is my passion and full time career and I love changing the lives...

...material interesting for my students by applying it to their own experiences and hobbies. I know how important it is to meet students where they are at and identify attainable goals so that they can see where their efforts are going and develop their own appreciation for education. When I am not tutoring or traveling, I like to spend my free time doing yoga or going for a long hike. I also enjoy photography and...