Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

I have a masters degree in biological anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Oregon. I am a middle school earth science and math teacher. I have taught students from preschool through university level. I enjoy encouraging students to be active participants in their learning and to think critically. I also have an extensive background in primatology and a passion for wildlife conservation.

...political science, MA in international affairs, and current MPH studies at Yale, I have developed strong research, writing, and communication skills that serve me well as a tutor. In my role as a government relations professional, I simplify complex policy issues for clients, a skill I apply when tutoring students in various subjects. I enjoy making learning accessible and empowering students to reach their full potential. Tutoring allows me to share my love of learning,...

...it has been academics, career advice, or standardized testing, I have always helped those around me strive to do better. My parents raised me to be kind and understanding, but I also have the courage and ability to be honest in order to help people improve themselves. I spent four years in college as an editor of a constitutional democracy journal, culminating in the position of editor in chief, so reading, writing, and editing are...

...with many years of teaching experience with students from kindergarten to community college. Along with Latin, I have taught a wide range of subjects from history, art history, the Humanities, English and English Composition, Essay writing, organizational and note taking skills, to drums and guitar. I am also available to tutor in Spanish up through 1st year College level. I am committed to my student's success and do not believe in teaching to the assignment....

...Studies and Consumer Psychology. While at UPenn, I was involved in working with K-12 students in the surrounding West Philadelphia public schools. My experiences working with students during college propelled me to apply for the program Teach for America before graduation. Teach for America places recent college graduates and working professionals in schools located in low-income areas. I moved to Phoenix upon graduation to teach elementary school in a public charter school. Since that time,...

...students in math, economics, physics, violin, and music publishing for five years. My favorite subject is math because it involves critical thinking and universal concepts. My teaching philosophy is to target the student's source of frustration, to ensure correct terminology using the student's course materials, to provide strategies for memorizing information, and to focus the bulk of the tutoring session on the student's homework or projects. In addition, I am very understanding, patient, and kind....

...more informed on how to prepare students for it. I adore teaching. Every day in class, I try my hardest to make my students laugh, and/or surprise them with meaningful connections to what we're doing. I consider my creativity one of my greatest assets, and I pride myself on my ability to make, for example, a lesson that effectively teaches the fundamentals of an essay that has fun games, pop-culture references, and otherwise colorful and...

...University interested in primarily studying neuroscience and public health on the premed track, while continuing to develop my writing and communication skills. I believe that in marrying my strengths as a communicator and my passion for the sciences, I will successfully contribute to the scientific community in the future. I have always been an enthusiastic student, and hope to share this love for learning with others. I am so excited to meet all of you!

...strong with science. I have a lot of experience teaching disparate subjects. I have been teaching biology, chemistry, physics, algebra, trigonometry, and calculus to high school and university students for about 12 years. Similarly, have 12 years of experience with the SAT, ACT, and ISEE/SSAT, and about 4 years of experience teaching GRE and GMAT. As far as hobbies go, I enjoy reading science fiction, classic literature, and comic books. Rock-climbing is a big thing...

...I know well, too. I was a tutor in the Writing Center at Howard University from freshman year to senior year (I just graduated this past May!), and while there I tutored students of all majors, classifications, and ages (17-30+) and even students who may not have had the same native tongue as I. In addition to that experience, I've been a tutor with Reading Partners in DC, and I've done some teaching in a...

I am a first year college student at the George Washington University and have been tutoring since freshman year of high school. I've mainly worked with students in elementary and middle school not only tutoring them in topics such as mathematics and writing, but also helping native Spanish speakers overcome the language barrier. Within the last year I have also taught SAT prep, and Honors Spanish.

...My own learning accomplishments were always assisted by one on one interactions, and I know so many students can benefit by individualized attention. I hope to teach by example, to provide clear and simple explanations for complex concepts, and to be able to review and give advice as quickly and thoroughly as possible. When I am not working, I love spending time with my two dogs, cooking, reading (mostly historical drama and biography), and continuing...

...and writing with an organization called America Reads Challenge, which is dedicated to providing quality education to children living in underprivileged areas of Pittsburgh. I enjoy tutoring for many different subjects (including all of the main subject areas for elementary and middle school), and am excited to broaden my horizons and gain experience tutoring SAT and AP test prep (especially AP Psychology and Government)! As a tutor, I tailor my tutoring approach to each client's...

...educational, social and emotional needs. In this environment I strove to solidify my understanding of what it means to be a teacher. A 'good teacher' has to be ready to change, to be willing to admit when an assignment or learning strategy has fallen short of the mark and when traditional teaching methods have to be reassessed and reformulated. A 'good teacher' grows with his or her students and all parties leave the classroom as...

...I also like to have fun. I attended Morehouse College where I earned a bachelor's degree in both Political Science and English. I worked in the English Writing Lab as a writing coach and tutor for students seeking help with essays and research papers. I also earned a graduate degree in urban planning from New York University Wagner School of Public Service. While there, I served as the Editor-in-Chief for the Wagner Review. In between...

...2013, with a major in Environmental Policy. Although I'm happy to tutor most subjects, my strongest suit is writing. I read my friends' papers all the time - and really enjoy doing it! I can read anything from college essays, creative writing, or help you with the SAT writing/reading sections. I am also happy to help you brainstorm and talk through ideas on papers you haven't yet started. In my free time, I love reading,...

Hello! My name is Frederick. I graduated from St. John's College last year, where I studied the great books. Since then, I have worked for two publishers, and I'm currently taking another year off before going into studying English Literature at UVA.

...to undergraduate writers. My experience includes helping young learners build foundational reading and writing skills through phonics-based instruction, guided reading, and interactive literacy strategies that encourage both skill development and confidence. In addition to my work with elementary students, I have also tutored at the university level in writing centers, where I supported undergraduates with academic writing, research organization, and revision strategies. This range of experience allows me to understand and support the full progression...

I am a current senior at the University of Maryland studying Criminal Justice and English Language and Literature. I love teaching children and using my own knowledge to help others foster an understanding of the same material that is their own.

I am an experienced tutor. I can teach English and History at all levels. I graduated from George Mason University. In addition, I have a TEFL Certificate. I can also teach elementary and middle school math and science.