Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Portsmouth, VA

Learning should be fun and uplifting. Everyone learns differently, and education is a lot more effective when the students feel they understand the subject matter. When a subject is presented in a way that engages the mind, true learning occurs. This is not achieved through rote memorization, but through feeling and understanding at the heart level.

...well as the Founder/Videographer/Producer of our Shipboard News Crew. I enjoy working with my peers and like having the ability to pass on knowledge to others. Some of my interests and hobbies are singing,playing my clarinet, dancing, cooking, and building things out of wood. I like to keep myself busy and i'm in the process of building my own home recording studio as well as helping my kids build a dog house for our two...

...with a wide age range, I've worked with students as a seventh grade writing teacher for a summer schooling program. I am most experienced in English tutoring, specifically essay writing. I love analyzing literature, finding hidden symbols, and getting into a writing flow. My teaching style is democratic and engaging - I like to ask my students questions, learn more about them and their learning styles, and help them not only with their current assignment...

I am a licensed teacher and have experience in tutoring for 11 years. I look forward to working with you.

...the variety of teaching these different subjects. Math is my specialty and the subject I have to most experience tutoring. I got a 740 on the SAT Math section and a 5 (top score) on the AP Calculus test. My schedule is quite flexible, so I'm always happy to try and accommodate your availability. If you have questions about me, my tutoring services, or my rates, or you are interested in setting up your first session,...

...content. Writing and creative expression are my favorite areas to teach because they open doors to self-discovery, communication, and critical thinking. My tutoring style is supportive, adaptable, and goal-oriented. I meet students where they are, build a plan that fits their needs, and adjust along the way to make sure they feel confident and challenged. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy indie filmmaking, developing TV series, and working on my first book. I also value family...

English is not hard, but it takes diligence to master. I am committed to helping improve a student's comprehension and analytical skills. Together, we can demystify the language and discover how to use it effectively in its various forms.

Second-year at William and Mary history major focusing on the 20th century, specifically experiences of non-westerners and otherwise marginalized voices. I believe that community and connection are essential to the human experience. I aspire to share stories with others through poetry and prose to contribute to a more cohesive society. Tutoring is a way to connect on an individual basis in order to facilitate the spread of knowledge.

...trying to learn. I avoid tangents and focusing so much on small topics that students get frustrated. It is important that the student feels supported throughout the entire process. I know that everyone has bad days or doesn't prepare as much as they should. I understand that completely! I work with the student even through the bad days. Communication is key with any student. I am comfortable working on audition materials short term as well...

...was in high school and college, my jobs outside of school were babysitting and teaching in a day care setting. My day care jobs involved working with young children, as young as infants and as old as elementary school age. I believe I have the best qualities of a tutor because I am an expert in the curricula I've been teaching, I have experience differentiating my lessons and explanations for students of all achievement levels,...

I look forward to helping you meet your goals! Let's see what you're great at, and let's find some new skills to grow! It takes a village to raise an independent learner, and I would love to be a part of your village!

I am always learning, so I like to encourage others to keep learning too.... Helping students identify with what they are learning is very important to me. Helping them see that, "Yes, this does apply to me," makes all the difference.... Get to know them and their likes in school. What are they finding most difficult? How can I be help them get to the heart of the lesson?... First, I like setting a foundation for...

...ranges from teaching college sociology courses to TESL in West Africa. I believe in working to help children of all ages and abilities to achieve their full potential and some of my best experiences have come from in-home counseling clients and residential behavioral health counseling. I hold a Master's degree in sociology, am a qualified mental health counselor (child), and will be certified for Middle School English in Sept. 2017. I look forward to working...

...years and assisted with explaining questions they didn't understand. Also, I provided worksheet packets that focused on overview of the content, in which it allowed them to apply the knowledge they obtained into taking the SOL practice test without my assistance. Not only did I use my skills to teach students in the Mansbach Program and Tidewater Tutors, I applied them in teaching kindergarten and third grade students working at University Instructors and tutoring students...

I am a graduate of Capella University, where I received my Master's of Human Services. For over 14 years, I have been a special education teacher, as well as implementing an online ESL tutoring program for Chinese students learning...

...have also traveled through Mexico. I have lived in Hawaii and lived in five states and passed through many more. As you can see, I have enjoyed traveling. I am proud to have graduated with a B.S. from Georgetown University in Languages and Linguistics. My tutoring style is one where I try to adapt to the interests and personality of the student. My outside interests (although related) include studies of the early Spanish explorers into...

...research, and one to pursue a Certificate of Anatomy from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Halfway through my third year (clinical year) I found that my passion for medicine was not what I had thought it was and decided to make a career change to pursue Software Engineering. I have taught many student with great success in the STEM field, as well as, English and standardized exams. I hope you consider letting me help you achieve...

...implemented lesson plans in courses for secondary and collegiate levels, modifying them as needed. Overall, my almost 250 classroom hours in three districts between Windham and Hartford County have primed me to effectively present new and dense information to a variety of audiences. I also have experience educating students who have learning disabilities and require accommodations as a result of IEPs, Section 504s, etc. I would love to teach anyone who is willing to learn!

...the most important tools a person can wield. I have spent many years in school and in the corporate and non profit world, putting my education to work. I hold degrees in business, communications, marketing, finance, public policy and English/literature. it is very important to be well rounded in today's diverse world. I love to help others and share my knowledge and expertise. The road isn't always easy but it will always be worth it.

...received outstanding feedback from my tutoring services and I expect nothing less from myself. I graduated from High school as the valedictorian and I graduated from Hampden Sydney College cum laude, so I know how to work hard in school and know how much work it takes to be successful. Since I have plans for becoming a doctor, I have studied for multiple tests including the SAT and ACT. I have extensive experience in standardized...