Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

Hi! My name is Adam and I'm a Sophmore at American University. I've got a ton of experience with informal education from being a summer camp counselor, to being a supervisor at a literacy tutoring program, to being the Enrichment Director at an outdoors after school program. My goal is to make the world a kinder, more meaningful place for all.

...degree from Bowie State (Elementary Education and Reading Education). I also have a masters in Educational Technology from Loyola. My tutoring and teaching background ranges from grades K-12; in addition to college coursework. I enjoy creating classroom environments that are established as a safe and warm community. I am passionate about teaching Reading, Math, and Writing. In my experience, I have supported students in preparing for standardized test. I have created equitable opportunities based on...

...and preliminary brainstorming. I always tell my students, "you know you're thinking clearly when you're writing clearly!" It is all about being clear, concise, and succinct. For this reason, I place just as much emphasis on organization as I do on substance. Similarly, I embrace this philosophy when I teach. I normally use the following three-step program. First, I conduct a brainstorming session to induce critical thinking. Second, the student and I will create a...

...in are writing, social sciences, Spanish, and organizational skills. My favorite subject to tutor in is writing. I am an avid writer, and my writing skills are a strength in my life. I believe every student can learn and that every student learns differently. My tutoring style is interactive and rooted in differentiation. I will work to actively engage my students in their learning, so it is beneficial for them. Outside of tutoring, I am...

...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...

...insight into our common humanity, and likewise, exploring different eras in history makes it clear that many timeless themes unite people of all eras. Historians the use physical sciences, economics, linguistics, literature and other subject areas to analyze various aspects of civilization. Each era and region has a particular charm. I want to help students find perspectives that make history come alive for them. I also find Geology very exciting and can help students explore...

...degree is in Psychology and my Master's is in Counseling. I taught Psychology at the college level for approximately eight years. Since that time, while enjoying a successful career in education and training, I served as a volunteer tutor for the Alexandria Public School System at Cora Kelley Elementary School. With the program, "Book Buddies", I tutored second through fifth graders in Reading. Later, I was hired by Alexandria Public School System as a PALS...

...Starting something new is usually difficult or easy for some, but continuing to do something that proves to be hard and discouraging is one of the hardest things to do in life. I wish to help instill a "never say die" attitude by aiding you in the skills I love that you wish to learn. When I'm not tutoring my primary passions, I focus the secondary ones: growing a vegetable garden, cooking and eating from...

I love learning, and through my love of learning came my appreciation and passion for teaching. Having tutored my family and peers for several years I have the experience to assistant students from a wide range abilities and circumstances. As I work towards getting into a top-tier graduate masters in teaching program, I wish to continue practicing my teaching/tutoring skills by helping people achieve their academic goals.... Get to know them (and the parent/guardian) and their...

Growing up as a first-generation ESL student, I understood the difficulty of having to learn on your own and seeking additional practice. I want to be the person that helps those in need, especially those who might know who to seek. I wish to be a great tutor and an even better mentor for students who aspire to go into the medical field!

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!

...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 student is a...

I recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University, majoring in Environmental Engineering and Economics. Since coming to the east coast, I have tutored local Baltimore elementary students in elementary/middle school math and reading and writing. However, I also have experience teaching high school students for Science Olympiad, a common high school science competition. I am a super flexible tutor and believe that teaching styles should and can be adapted to every student's needs.

...and useful standardized test-taking knowledge and study skills that I am eager to share with my future students! I also specialize in the areas of complex literary analysis and reading comprehension; vocabulary enrichment; creative writing; argumentative writing; construction of research papers; MLA and APA citation; literary theory; resume writing, and many other related fields. As an educator, I am well-versed in the latest teaching practices and methods and pride myself in my ability to enable...

...Austin College and a Master's in International Development Studies from the London School of Economics. I am currently studying for a second Master's in International Affairs from American University. I have 4 years of experience as a private tutor and 2 years of experience teaching English as a Foreign Language in South Korea. I love teaching others and watching them grow! I believe that everyone can succeed in their studies; we just each have different...

...student and myself are working towards one goal: their acquisition of the skills, knowledge, and strategies necessary to succeed academically and enrich themselves personally. Frequently this means identifying weak foundational elements and building from there. Once these elements are identified, the learning process tends to be remarkably smooth and, dare I say, fun. In my spare time (I’m in law school so there really isn’t that much…) I enjoy spending time with my friends, going...

...Healthcare. Since graduation, I have had several internships that have involved working with children and adolescents in a variety of contexts. Most notably, I have worked with children in a foster care facility as their informal tutor, and even helped to start an interactive, after school book club for those students that were struggling to perform on grade level. While I take great joy in tutoring students in a number of subjects, I am most...

...encountered in my teaching and tutoring simply involves basic communication to understand process. How do we go about solving the problem? Where do we start? What keys do we need to keep in mind as we work through a problem? Once a process to solve a particular problem has been explained and put to use, it becomes much less daunting. Learning these processes tends to work across the board in a general sense to help...

...genome. This class taught me several basic laboratory techniques. The second researcher experience I had focused on opsonizing the protocol for isolating viruses. A professor and I proposed ways to increase the likelihood of being able to isolate bacteriophages. During the summer of 2016, I had the opportunity to participate in the Clinical and Translation Science Award research program at the University of Pennsylvania.I researched the impact macrophages had on parasitic worms. While each research...

...double major in Political Science and English as well as a minor in history. I'm looking to tutor for high school and undergrad students because I recently went through that process and can best prepare you for the challenges in the near future. Of course I am open to all ages because teaching shouldn't be a restricted process. I plan on going into teaching and have a passion for helping people learn and grow their...