Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

My name is Vinitha. I am an IT developer by profession, an Electrical and Electronics Engineer - MBA HR by education, and a tutor by passion. While Math, Computer Programming, and Physics are my core strengths, I also excel in tutoring other Engineering subjects. I help my students "understand" the subject and "remember" it.

...in Public Health (MPH), with a strong academic foundation and clinical experience. Skilled in patient care, medical assisting, and teaching, with a history of working in diverse medical fields including pediatrics, internal medicine, and plastic surgery. Adept at providing high-quality patient care, managing office operations, and delivering personalized tutoring to students of various age groups. Passionate about healthcare, research, and community service, with a demonstrated commitment to improving health outcomes and education.

...belief in the power of education to transform lives. I've worked with students in various settings, from community centers to university study groups, tailoring my approach to meet their unique needs. I'm currently studying at NYU and pursuing a degree in Public Policy. While I tutor a range of subjects, my favorite is French because it is my second language. I strive to create a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to take charge...

...am passionate about helping students achieve their goals. For me, successful learning is about communication and collaboration. I believe in problem-solving and learning with the student as opposed to having my students simply learn by memorization. My end goal with any subject I teach is that my students leave each session thinking more creatively and critically, and most importantly having had fun doing so. In my free time I like to play soccer, tennis, and...

...children domestically and internationally. As a social worker I have studied and worked with children suffering from trauma. This background allows me to be able to handle difficult behaviors and create productive tutoring sessions. I love working with children because of their engaging spirit and optimism. I have traveled abroad and enjoy learning new things about other cultures and histories and pushing myself beyond my comfort zone. I also enjoy watching movies, reading books, and...

Hi my name is McKenna! I'm a current college student who is studying speech pathology and psychology. I want to help children express themselves and succeed on their learning journey. I believe teaching should be personalized for the learner and that learning shouldn't be a bore or struggle. I have taken courses to teach various ages from elementary to AP high school level.

...specializes in Latin America. At Roanoke I am a peer mentor, which means that I specialize in organization. I help students from a variety of academic back grounds formulate a strategy that will help them achieve what 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...

...reading and found the joy in giving them the confidence necessary to not only read well but also enjoy learning through the words. As a tutor, I like to get to know the student to figure out their learning styles to tailor my tutoring efforts to meet their needs. The student is recognizing help is needed so my philosophy is to prepare in a way that is as easy & gratifying for them to learn....

Engaging teacher during the day... engaging tutor in the evenings!

...a student taking a GRE prep course and frequently experiencing the "a-ha!" moment as a student. I knew then that giving that feeling was worth pursuing. Getting a good score on my GRE because of that training only solidified that sentiment. I believe everyone is best when challenged, though there is no simple way to do so. Everyone is their own riddle, with their own secret combination that will spring the lock into their psyche....

...delved into Computer Engineering during an exchange program at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid and obtained a certificate in Robotics, Innovation, and Communication from RWTH University of Aachen. My love for sharing knowledge stems from the challenges of not having a proper tutor. I tailor my teaching style to individual needs and learning preferences, offering expertise in languages, high school subjects, college-level mathematics, and computer science. I am particularly keen on helping students preparing for...

...I'm thrilled to be working on the Varsity Tutors platform. Having tutored since high school, I've grown to love watching a student's face light up after realizing they finally understand. There's nothing better than knowing you helped them get to that point. Currently a senior at BYU, I study Interdisciplinary Humanities and English. I'm the oldest of a large family in Maryland, just outside of DC. If all goes as planned, I'll be a graduate...

...I struggled with finding a path that worked for me as well as ways I could be challenged and still succeed. I am passionate about helping students find the path that is right for them. Whether that be in ELA or Math, I want to provide a space where every student feels comfortable asking questions and learning. Currently, I am a rising sophomore at Princeton University studying Classics with minors in Applications of Computing and...

...philosophy is largely centered around getting students to critically engage with the material so they truly understand what they're supposed to be learning, while also making sure we don't fall behind in any areas. I'd describe my tutoring style as inquisitive. I want to know how a student is coming to their conclusions and gently helping to guide them on the right path and reinforcing their current understandings of the material. Outside of academia I...

I have long wanted to be a teacher, and Varsity Tutors is providing me with this opportunity. My background is in public policy, but I have experience in finance and complex mathematics, English reading and writing, French and dabble in Science. I look forward to working with you!

...subjects, from music to Spanish to writing/editing. I love helping students to excel at what challenges them most and what they love best, not that those things are mutually exclusive. School is hard! Everyone needs a helping hand once in a while, myself definitely included. I have been on both sides of the tutoring table, and I know what quality teaching feels like. Thank you for your interest in my profile! I hope we can...

...and volunteer conference speaker, and substitute teacher. I understand and appreciate cultural diversity while working with SPED, ESL, and general student body. My favorite subjects include, general math, algebra, and geometry, while also instructing and tutoring, some algebra II, statistics, biology, and social studies. I have a BS and MBA in business and enjoy teaching of any type. I lived overseas for 16 years, and traveling is a big part of my life and what...

...experience in applying writing to the working world. During my academic career I was recognized with several awards, fellowships, and scholarships that acknowledged my achievement and dedication. But it was not always so. Truth be told, I struggled greatly through high school. This path taught me, on a personal level, that not every student learns the same way. Therefore, my approach to teaching and tutoring is centered around uncovering the unique challenges each student faces,...

...D.C.'s high levels of intensity and motivation. I am delighted to be back home in the D.C. area after four amazing years studying in Los Angeles, a college career which was punctuated by two professional experiences: a semester-long job back in the D.C. area working on a presidential campaign and a semester-long stint as an eight grade math and English tutor in a L.A. school. These job experiences, along with my time at Occidental, have...

...deal of experience working with children and adults of all ages. My general focus is in essay writing, grammar, punctuation and editing. My experience extents in editorial writing at a business journal, and I mastered a degree in Journalism/Writing. While substituting, I learned I have an immense joy in educating where I specialize in. I also teach SAT and ACT test prep.I am currently pursuing a teaching certificate. I have been teaching for 9 years...