Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

Hello, My name is Laura & I am a Journalism major at the illustrious Howard University. I enjoy writing, editing, and working with children. I can't wait to help you succeed on your academic journey. I have been vocally trained since the age of 6 years old, and I have had the opportunity to teach voice at Verlyn Music Preparatory summer camp in Atlanta, GA.

...you want to develop an essay topic, hone a thesis statement, organize your ideas or improve your style, I am committed to helping you meet your goals and develop confidence as a writer! At Yale, I worked as a Writing Partner in the Yale College Writing Center. I met with students at every stage of the writing process in one-on-one, hour-long sessions to read their work and provide feedback. Outside of Yale, I have worked...

...I have been tutoring on and off for about nine years. I have also taught a summer program for refugees in Baltimore. I am great with working with a wide range of age groups and will work hard to help my students achieve their goals by helping them develop a personal understanding of the tutoring subjects. When I have free time, I enjoy watching college football and playing video games. I also love reading and...

I am a graduate of Georgetown University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. I also have a law degree from Catholic University. I practiced law for a number of years but decided to pursue my passion of writing. I am a published writer and novelist. I also support organizations that support literacy and education. Reading and writing is fun! Let's get to work to improve your skills.

I am a first grade teacher in Loudoun County, Virginia. Last year I had 25 amazing students. We worked very hard on reading, writing, and math. I absolutely love working with children, and I am excited to see my students learn and grow. I went to the University of South Carolina! Go Gamecocks! My hobbies are reading, going to Nationals baseball games, and running with my dog Myles.

I am currently living in Washington, D.C. as a graduate student at Georgetown University. I am studying international affairs and European studies in the School of Foreign Service. In May 2018, I graduated from Rutgers University with a B.A. in French and English. I studied abroad at La Sorbonne and was formerly an intern at the Cultural Services of the French Embassy in New York City.

...George's County Public School System for 6 years. I had the opportunity to work 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....

My goal is to help my students enjoy learning and to feel as confident as possible in subjects where they experience difficulties. I aim to set my students up for "small wins" as they master a more challenging subject, so that they can derive greater confidence and a sense of accomplishment as they learn.

I am a classicist, with a BA from the University of Chicago, doing graduate work at Durham University. I have prior experience as a volunteer tutor in Latin, math, history, and social studies and as a private tutor in Latin, math, language arts, and history.

I am a former high school special education teacher with a focus in math and science. I enjoy reading and helping students! I hold a masters degree in College Student Personnel and currently work in academic support for collegiate student athletics.

...Sociology, Criminology, or another area, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Throughout my diverse career, I have had the privilege of wearing many hats as a government executive, educator, leader, motivator, mentor, transformational speaker, author, and business owner. These experiences have given me a wealth of knowledge and practical insights that I am eager to share with you. My academic background, including a Ph.D. and MBA, combined with my experience...

...am mainly an oral speech tutor, but can help others with writing, reading, and also academic English as well. I have lived in the US all my life, so I know what an English teacher looks for and wants. Lastly, I really love art. I have been working as a freelance professional photographer since 2011. I have a strong understanding of composition, lighting, and camera functions. If you would like to see my work, check...

I graduated from California State University, Chico. I graduated in May, 2016. I'm proficient in literature and writing subjects. ... It's best to find a method to hybridize the student's interests and the course material. I feel the key is malleability and cooperation.... I'd spend the first session getting to know the student, understand what they are studying, if there are any course materials I should (re)acquaint myself with, and addressing any subject material that can...

...multilingual, a strength that I can use to communicate effectively with diverse groups of people and also promote inclusivity among students. While I adapt my teaching style based on the student, I combine different learning modalities into the lesson plan so that students are comfortable with the topic. When students understand the topic because of real-life examples, it removes the need for rote learning and makes it easier to score on exams. Learning is key...

...currently a computer science major at Vanderbilt University. I have five years of tutoring experience in topics including pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, Hebrew, Torah, Jewish studies, and high school physics. I love tutoring any math related subjects and making sure it is fun and engaging for the student. I believe that no two students learn the same so I cater my lessons to their unique needs. We will work together to make our sessions interactive,...

...worked toward a GED diploma. My specialties are reading, writing and grammar, but GED requirements can be broad and I gained additional experience working with the students in basic math. I emphasized organization and planning to help them improve their writing and communication skills. The students came from diverse backgrounds, but I found that they were most enthusiastic and involved with the process when they were working toward goals they had a hand in developing....

...English, Literature and History. I greatly enjoy helping others understand difficult subjects and am an avid learner myself. My tutoring style derives primarily from helping friends throughout the years. In my experience, there is almost no subject out of reach of a passionate and curious mind. I therefore strive not just to communicate content, but to instill a passion that will drive self motivated learning. Whether discussing The Great Gatsby or reviewing the Navier Stokes...

...Through my courses I have also become experienced in analyzing literature and summarizing academic journals for research proposals. These classes have also given me the necessary knowledge for becoming a Research Associate for the Institute of Organizational Mindfulness. This company promotes mindfulness and healthy cognition in the workplace to improve productivity, creativity, and revenue. I am passionate about helping students understand material and apply the topic to problems presented in and out of the classroom....

...personally engage with the material, ultimately resulting in a richer understanding that corresponds directly to improved performance on assessments, essays, and standardized tests (particularly the AP exams). Additionally, I've always been one of those weird people who didn't hate their standardized test experience. As much as anyone can, I enjoy the puzzle of trying to figure out what the person who wrote each question is trying to get at. Moreover, I strongly believe that skill...

...and test preparation. I spent the first half of 2014 in Montpellier, France, where I attended Université Paul Valéry III. Thanks to a structured formal education and a lot of intrinsic desire to learn, I now speak French with native fluency.I am a great tutor because I am very patient, enthusiastic, logical, and intuitive as the needs of my students. My hobbies include practicing yoga, singing, laughing, reading, shopping, and creating art projects.