Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Rockville, MD

...charter school in DC. I have a Masters of Education in Literacy Leadership from American University. I've taught reading intervention at the elementary and middle school level. As a Special Education Teacher, I am able to pinpoint the reading needs of a student and propose the correct intervention. As the ELA Content Lead I ensure that the curriculum is prepared so that all children have access. I currently teach 8th grade ELA, 7th grade reading...

...also remember falling behind in school and feeling hopeless at times, and not feeling comfortable asking for my teacher's help. I want to help you or your child feel comfortable learning and growing their English skills. My parents are also English speakers as their second language, and so tutoring adults with English is something I've grown up with experience in. No matter what your age, we can find a way for you to be a...

...skills, Equal Employment Opportunity, labor and employment, constitutional law, and civics and government process. I have taught or tutored at all levels from high school through professional training and served for many years as the General Counsel of Graduate School USA, the Nation's premier Federal training institution, and as an instructor for the Federal Government in a variety of subjects. I greatly enjoy teaching and assisting students with meeting their academic and professional goals.

...I have vast experience teaching and in administration at the high school and college level. I have tutored groups and individuals in research and writing, History and Philosophy and have authored two books in education. I show students how to maximize their learning by explaining development of knowledge in individuals' brains; hence students take ownership of the process of learning and perform above their expectation. My role is to motivate, give students direction, simplify and...

...attended Robinson Secondary School, a primarily IB school, and took as many IB classes as I could in addition to AP Government. My tutoring experience is primarily with elementary school-age, but I have great rapport with kids K-12. I attended an IB high school (Robinson Secondary School) and took as many IB courses as possible in addition to some AP classes. I will work with students to help them see the connections and break down...

...I'm Rachel Matson! I am a senior at Indiana University studying merchandising, and I am an aspiring special education teacher. I have a lot of experience working with young kids from teaching dance, field hockey, tutoring math and reading. I think asking questions is so important for learning growth and it is something I encourage my students to do. Additionally, I know that everyone learns differently, so communication is key to make sure I am...

...Universit Sciences Politiques in France. I've spent my entire life surrounded by educators, and so I've been tutoring for the past 10 years. I'm especially familiar with the Montessori method (ex-Montessori student and the child of an elementary school teacher). During college, I took part in multiple education-related professional experiences. I interned for a political science education program and helped start a youth volunteering initiative in Istanbul, Turkey. I'm available to tutor for math, English,...

Anyone can learn another language, comparative/applied linguistics and simultaneous translation/interpretation at any age. I use multiple intelligences, multimodality and authentic integrated strategies to make your language learning journey one with ease, proficiency and fluency in four skills and fun!

...within the umbrella of English being my specialties. I grew up as a slow processor, so I understand the importance of centralizing student preference and pace, letting that approach guide my tutoring approach. My resume demonstrates the wide variety of contexts in which I have worked, taking on responsibilities such as creating curriculums and lesson plans for full-scale, rigorous high school courses and privately tutoring elementary-level students in English literacy, grammar and vocabulary. I also...

...an encouraging learning environment where students feel confident tackling challenges. I take pride in breaking down difficult topics into structured, comprehensible lessons that promote both mastery and long-term retention. Among the subjects I teach, I am particularly passionate about mathematics and programming, as they foster logical reasoning and problem-solving skills that are valuable beyond the classroom. I believe that education is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth, and I am dedicated to equipping...

...that automatically become bigger once shared; you can be the smartest scientist on the planet, but, if you can't write down your cure for cancer in an understandable way, everyone is the lesser for it. I think the ability to write a strong essay or speech not only reflects a solid grasp of a particular subject and competent research, it also suggests the writer knows their voice and the value in it, and can declare...

...in a graduate program in Curriculum and Instruction for TESOL. I have extensive experience teaching English as a foreign in Brazil, and I have also tutored writing at the Washington English Center. My approach to second language teaching and writing is that students should always feel comfortable with making mistakes and that learning does not have to be painfully dullif you learn by making connections with things you are passionate about, you can do anything!...

...students to use their intellect, independence, and self-advocation to challenge and question the world around them (making them philosophers too!) Outside of traditional education, I also love working with students to figure out how to make their education work for their learning style by utilizing organizational skills, different learning modes, or simply building the trust necessary to facilitate real learning. I am a strong proponent that every student is capable of learning if given the...

...time. I am passionate about everything I do, and that extends to education. I have taught students of all grades and ages, in summer camps and schools, and this hands-on experience guides my work with newer students. I like to think outside the box and encourage students to approach subjects from different angles, in ways they haven't considered before. Everyone learns differently, and I do my best to find what works for every student. I...

...If your answer to any of these questions is yes, then you are interested in science! Scientists actively look for answers to life's biggest (and sometimes smallest) questions. However, due to the complex nature of life, the knowledge required to answer these questions can sometimes be difficult to understand. As a conservation biologist who has experience as an educator in zoos and aquariums, I have a unique perspective--and ample enthusiasm-- to teach and engage students...

...my classroom; however, helping students thrive, grow, and achieve is still an exciting challenge that I'd like to stay connected too. I started tutoring when I was in high school (working with younger children). This carried forward to college working for my campus's writing center, and continued into my career as a classroom teacher. I can help an elementary student with whatever subject they might need, and a middle school or high school student with...

...education in Political Science, Psychology, and Economics from the University of Arizona before heading to Columbia University for my graduate education in Energy Systems and Security Policy. My background is in government, statistics, writing, foreign language, time management and organization, and comprehension. I have tutored 1:1, taught small cohorts of students, in addition to serving as a graduate teaching assistant for large classes. I'm passionate about tailoring the learning experience to your needs and enjoy...

...other, so no lesson plan should be rigid. Flexibility in education is key to a successful student. Coming from a family of educators, I have become a natural teacher. I enjoy helping students connect with new information and create a love of knowledge. Each student has the potential to be great. They key is for the students to find themselves within the work. And that is what we do; together we make a personal connection...

...am an enthusiastic, outgoing student who values organization and detail. I received an IB diploma upon high school completion and BS in Biology from Colorado State University in 2011. I am currently enrolled in a paramedic certification program in the DC area. I volunteered as a tutor in college working with students from kindergarten to high school seniors. I am excited to help students understand confusing ideas and subjects. Knowledge is power and learning can...

...simple. We figure out your personal goals, we make an attack plan to ensure those goals are met as quickly and fully as possible, and then we work diligently together to achieve that A+ paper, test score, school admission, or understanding of a difficult subject. I enjoy tackling hard problems and pushing students to grow and succeed academically. Whether it is simply tailoring an essay to get it to its best possible form, or understanding...