Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Washington DC

...at both ends of the proverbial elementary spectrum. In fourth grade, I taught 9-and-10-year-olds science and math and as a kindergarten teacher I focused mostly on teaching children to read and basic mathematics. These very different experiences have provided me with a deeper, more meaningful understanding of what students need to be successful both academically and socially at different developmental stages. Finally, I love to learn and I love to teach! I hope that I...

...they want on a test or in a class. I also specialize in writing and editing essays and am willing to help any student in any level improve their writing skills. Besides that, I took nine AP classes in High School and took six AP tests, receiving scores in the 4-5 level. I have experience working with students from ages 5-19 ears old and am always ready for a challenge. MY goal is to help...

...began my career as a teacher with the New York City Department of Education. I worked at two of NYC's prestigious specialized high schools, helping a diverse student population. I went on to earn National Board for Professional Teaching Standards certification. I took some time away from teaching to pursue a second MA in Literacy Learning. My research focus was on reading comprehension and critical literacy in secondary science and history classes.

...student. I have personally experienced the difference individual attention can have on a student; seeing teachers sit down and explain a subject to someone who is having difficulties is inspiring! In college, I would get excited not just about learning, but about conquering a subject after having a conversation with one of my professors about a class. Individual attention has such an impact because it allows teachers and tutors to personalize a subject and address...

Hello! I am Sydney, a 22-year-old college senior. I currently study journalism and sociology at American University and plan on staying and working in DC after I graduate! I am passionate about reading, social justice, education, learning, and connecting with others. I can't wait to get to know my students and help them in any way I can!

Hello! I am currently a first-year medical student. I graduated from undergrad with dual degrees in Biology and Psychology with a 3.9 GPA and in my gap year prior to medical school, I was a Fulbright recipient. My area of expertise is naturally in the sciences, but if you are interested in conversational Cantonese/Mandarin then I would be able to help too!

During my undergraduate studies I managed an after school mentoring and tutoring program serving 200 at-risk Chicago Public School students in West Humboldt Park, Chicago. Upon graduation, I served as an elementary and middle school teacher through the Teach For America program in Washington, D.C. I completed my graduate degree in Elementary Education at George Mason University and am currently working in corporate philanthropy for a large Bethesda based corporation.

...days during the summer are spent outside by the water. Travel is also one of my passions. I love seeing different parts of the world and learning about different cultures. I hope this gives a good view of who I am and what I am all about. I look forward to hearing from prospective students and helping in any way I can. Feel free to message me if you have any questions.

...spring and apply to graduate school for a PhD in English! Currently I spend most of my time volunteering and occasionally writing for the young life and style blog TheGirlSpot.com I am an aspiring educator and editor, with an interest in film theory, Afro-Latin literature and speculative fiction. I have a background in college level English tutoring and K-8 targeted interventions in reading and writing. Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

...with compelling visuals and video to bring my lessons to life. I love to see my students succeed. I primarily teach English, writing, history, and French. I have a bachelor's degree in political science from Yale University and a master's degree from University of Maryland School of Public Policy. I've worked in communications for the federal government for ten years and I've written a biography of Florida governor and U.S. senator Lawton Chiles, Walkin' Lawton....

...my 7 years of tutoring and teaching experience to Varsity Tutors. Having previously worked as an English instructor in France and as a writing consultant and French tutor at Washington and Lee University, I have a wealth of experience in terms of helping students perfect their writing and reach their foreign language goals. I am additionally qualified to instruct those students preparing for the GRE. A veteran test-taker myself, I excel at helping students familiarize...

...helps each individual gain knowledge. Few things are more satisfying to me than being able to assist another being in a quest for knowledge and understanding. I have over a decade of experience working with people of all ages, from various educational backgrounds, in both the public and private settings. I have helped students in elementary school, all the way to adult learners. I love math and am an avid reader and writer.... Teaching should be...

...overall meaning. For 30 years my career was graphic design and illustration, which I gave up in 2002 to be my mother's caregiver; that ended in September 2011, when she passed at age 97. My next adventure was George Mason University in Fairfax VA, from where I graduated in December 2017 with a BA in Biology. On the heels of that I liquidated most of my possessions and in the summer of 2018 moved to...

Passionate about helping students develop the writing, reading, and articulation skills to prepare for college-level writing. Avid reader and writer with a love for teaching and sharing knowledge.

...college students develop their writing projects across the social sciences in humanities. As a Writing Tutor, I coached students through all steps of the writing process, from developing a research paper and crafting a thesis statement, to editing for clarity and grammar. After graduating, I lived overseas for a year where I worked as an ESL teacher. I worked in elementary school classrooms and developed lesson plans where students practiced English in an interactive environment...

...Education and Creative Writing. I also have a Masters in Education. I am comfortable tutoring all levels English, grammar, writing, literature and related topics. I like to tutor in a way that allows students/clients to discover the answers for themselves instead of me simply telling them the correct way to do something. In my spare time, I am very involved in theater--both at the high school where I teach and also at my local community...

...levels, outperformance of Washington, DC grade-level averages on quarterly interim exams, and the recognition of Tier 1 status by my school. I believe in guiding students to understanding by asking them the "why" questions that will not just lead them to the correct answer, but will help them to comprehend why the answer is correct. I enjoy the opportunity to work with students one-on-one, as it allows me the chance to reach the student in...

...teaching health education in schools and local youth centers, I have learned to make learning adaptable to the needs of different students and age ranges. Often times, many students struggle, especially in the new online learning environment, due to lack of hands on learning and they need to visualize the concepts in terms that they encounter in their daily lives. Having most recently worked with younger children, I am able to adapt to particularly English,...

I recently returned from Paris where I attended law school and worked in a large law firm. My work has involved extensive French translation, and I have tutored many people learning English as a second language. I also used to be a French tutor at the high school level. Currently, I work as an independent consultant in international development, which gives me a fairly open and flexible schedule.

...Observing the learning process is so rewarding for me. I love the way children's eyes light up when they have achieved a goal. Children are our future and my job as a teacher has always been one of giving children the tools that they need to succeed. I believe that emotional tools are as important as academics. Children need to be shown their strengths which builds their confidence. I greatly enjoy reading and I want...