Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Washington DC

Rower, US Commerce Department worker, and word lover engaging superior writing, reading, analysis, and speaking skills to maximize students' capacities to excel in these areas. Easygoing and encouraging personality and specific life goal-focused tutoring provide students with rigorous and absorbing learning experience carrying them to amplified academic accomplishments!

...dedicated 20 years to public policy work, specifically focused on writing, content editing, and public speaking. I am currently engaged in part-time work as a behavioral health specialist, providing individual and group therapy for individuals facing challenges in personal and professional life decisions. I have trained members of the general public ways to write in a style that is clear, concise, and persuasive. When addressing new subject areas, I've worked with people to break down...

...am an undergraduate senior at George Washington University. I am currently double-majoring in Psychological & Brain Sciences and Criminal Justice. While I have a background in tutoring a variety of subjects, I do have a soft spot for psychology, sociology, and the humanities. I enjoy tutoring because it is a great opportunity for me to learn along with students. Being able to adapt how I teach in order to provide the best support for each...

...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 anthropology. This background gives me...

...Skandalaris Internship Program, in which students work with ventures in St. Louis and travel to different entrepreneurship hubs in the city to meet the founders and hear their stories. I have pursued my love for writing and journalism by becoming a contributor to The Tab, an online news network. I have had eight articles published to date, and I look forward to pursuing a career in journalism. Some fun facts: I was a varsity swimmer...

...I'm Ash, a graduate of Yale University with a degree in Mathematics and Computer Science. I have been tutoring Math, Science and English since junior year of high school and love working with students of all ages. I understand the fear and stigma around Mathematics and strive to help students not only learn the material but also to feel comfortable and confident in their abilities. I also teach Math and English courses to middle and...

...improvement in their grades and test scores. I try to use mnemonic devices to help students remember important information, and I'm extremely patient since I know that some students take a little while to grasp certain concepts. Outside of academics, I'm a huge sports fan (mainly basketball and football). I play on a variety of rec league teams, I run 4-5 times per week, and I really enjoy reading, an activity that is invaluable to...

...a more tangible way is very rewarding to me, both intellectually and personally. My tutoring philosophy is to adapt myself to the student by getting a sense of their strengths and weaknesses, thinking style, and where they're coming from as a writer. I view learning as a dynamic and ongoing process and believe that anyone can write well if the right focus and effort are developed. In my free time, I enjoy studying Philosophy, writing,...

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 as many students as possible.

...and preparing meals. I’m a self-proclaimed coffee connoisseur and sous chef who has been credited from friend to foe as the best in the business. After spending half a decade at university I know that teaching is something I want to do for at least a portion of my life. I studied creative advertising before switching my major to English; then I started working at the writing center where I was employed to help foreign...

...resource for French learners of all levels. I attended a rigorous prep school in Seattle, so I know what it takes to thrive in such environments. I'm excited to help you not only to excel in your courses and to grow in confidence, but also to gain a deeper appreciation for the subjects as a whole. In our time together, I hope we can pair enjoyment with results. I have solid teaching experience with students...

...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, literature, and writing classes. I...

...their own natural pace, using clear and concise language, towards understanding how to apply ideas and why those ideas work. As someone who has struggled with severe ADHD since before starting school, I'm acutely aware of neurodivergent people's differing needs in instructional settings, and I know how to help both kids and adults develop skills to work with their learning differences and improve their academic outcomes. English is my favorite subject in which to tutor,...

...they acquire new skills and gain confidence. I have a unique approach that focuses on clarity first and then learning to add more force to one's writing. As someone who has studied two foreign languages and took honors English courses as a student, I have a deep understanding of grammar; I am also able to help my students understand how mastering it can be fun. As author of an award-winning novel and a lifelong passionate...

...facility for people with learning deficiencies, behavioral issues and lack of adequate family support. One of the driving forces behind my determination to do just that, was the assumption that because I was raised in a small, low-income area, that my dreams and work ethic were supposed to be miniscule and subpar as well. Instilled in me at a very young age was that, "We are blessed to be a blessing" and I carry that...

...I've taught reading intervention at the elementary and middle school level. As a Special Education Teacher, I am able to pinpoint the reading needs of a student and propose the correct intervention. As the ELA Content Lead I ensure that the curriculum is prepared so that all children have access. I currently teach 8th grade ELA, 7th grade reading intervention, and tutor 2nd grade reading after school. I have experience teaching novel studies, fluency, reading...

I aspire equally to knowledge and goodness. I am committed to encouraging students and adults to respect, inspire, and learn. Education is a force multiplier and promotes a balance of intellectual curiosity, engagement, leadership, and service in the pursuit of excellence: academic, civic, and moral.

...years of experience as a teacher of English and French as second languages, tutoring SAT and ACT, assisting with the American college admissions process, and tutoring a variety of AP and IB subjects. As a lover of languages and a traveler, some of my favorite subjects to teach are reading, writing, French, and world history, but I also love turning standardized test prep into a game to help students succeed while having fun. I personally...

...writing, spelling, editing, and public speaking. And I've always enjoyed helping my peers with these subjects. But I also remember falling behind in school and feeling hopeless at times, and not feeling comfortable asking for my teacher's help. I want to help you or your child feel comfortable learning and growing their English skills. My parents are also English speakers as their second language, and so tutoring adults with English is something I've grown up...

...there! My name is Ezra. I recently graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation. At the VT Writing Center, I helped students of all backgrounds and disciplines get their thoughts on paper. From brainstorming to building structure and flow, I am a strong proponent of discussion as a basis for the writing process. In addition to my experience with undergraduate and graduate students, I have spent several years as...