Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Washington DC

...middle school science and high school chemistry teacher, currently taking a break from the classroom. I specialize in STEM subjects, literature and critical reading, and test prep. I earned my BS in Biology at the University of Dallas - a Great Books liberal arts college. I am a strong proponent of interdisciplinary, self-directed learning. In my work as a teacher, I make it a priority to help my students discover a love of learning, the...

...during our tutoring sessions to do more than absorb material for an examination or a paper. I keep their eyes on the big picture of their work as they practice self-discipline, perseverance, and commitment. In this way, my students learn that they are strong, that they have worth and that they can endure. Also, I encourage my students to think critically about our lessons outside of our tutoring sessions so that they can communicate their...

...tutoring and mentoring students since I was 12. I enjoy working with students not only to improve their scores and grades, but also their academic confidence! I live and breathe Biology, which was my college major as well as the field in which I actively work. In addition to Biology, General Chemistry and GRE preparation are my specialty subjects. Working in biomedical research for over four years has allowed me to constantly update, add to,...

...and literature tutor at all levels, and I also teach history, geography, and politics in general. I am Spanish and Peruvian by origin, and I grew up in Florida. I have lived in three continents, and I have over five years of experience teaching in multicultural environments. I love teaching one-on-one and helping my students excel in their specific learning goals. For me teaching is like cooking, the best results are obtained when you're willing...

...sharing that with new people. When I am a student, the subject matter is the puzzle. When I am a teacher, my student becomes the riddle. There is a barrier between the student and the material, and it is my role to identify this and look for solutions. What works for one student may not work for another, and I feel that there is always more than one way to approach a solution. I believe...

...Health pursuing a degree in Health and Biomedical Data Science. I have extensive tutoring experience as a National Honor Society tutor in high school and I have tutored online during my free time throughout undergrad. I am proficient in a broad range of subjects, but my favorites to help other students with are English and Math. I always enjoy helping young students with math because it is great to see their excitement when they finally...

...Bachelor's of Arts from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and will soon receive my Master's of Arts from Howard University. I specialize in tutoring English literature and history. As a historian, history is my strongest subject, as I generally teach historical topics as a narrative rather than just facts. I believe that identifying what a student's interests are, and how they learn the best, can improve their understanding of subjects. I enjoy music, movies,...

Over 10 years of educational experience from grades 1-12! Reading and math are my thing! Graduated from Morgan State University in 2010 in elementary education and in 2017 from American Public University in curriculum and instruction. I look forward to working with you!

...been there, and I know how useful a guide in the process can be. I like to have fun while helping students like you brainstorm, draft, and submit a beautifully crafted essay that lets you shine. I attended Johns Hopkins University for my undergraduate degree in public health and will attend law school at Northwestern in the fall of 2025. I love developing my writing skills to effectively communicate my perspective on the world. I...

...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 for me, as is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I'm also into dancing,...

...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 specific needs and learning preferences, and aim to make our...

...that they had different styles of learning. Therefore, my greatest aim is to cultivate the student to meet the needed learning objectives while earning their learning style. My other objective is to help the students believe that they are able and capable to overcome challenges whether it be academic or otherwise. I homeschooled my sons from grades 6-12. My experience includes setting up learning activities and providing additional support with challenging subjects. This experience taught...

...for sports. I was "not intelligent," unlike them, and "not the best at math". But it was when I was dragged to a very low point of living that I grew a resolve: it was impossible for anyone to be limited by what they had been and thought themselves to be. Why couldn't I become someone who loved sports and math? Am I really who I tell myself to be? Fear had been controlling me...

...college or high school level, I have always tried to make my classroom student-centereda place where students are not passive listeners but active agents in their own learning. Tutoring enables me to empower students even further as agents in their own education. While I love teaching in a classroom setting, tutoring students one-on-one provides a special opportunity to personalize lessons. As a writing tutor, I am able to gauge a student's strengths and areas for...

...brought my 7 years of tutoring and teaching experience to Varsity Tutors. Having previously worked as an English instructor in France and as a writing consultant and French tutor at Washington and Lee University, I have a wealth of experience in terms of helping students perfect their writing and reach their foreign language goals. I am additionally qualified to instruct those students preparing for the GRE. A veteran test-taker myself, I excel at helping students...

...students in elementary school through high school and as an assistant teacher in elementary schools and kids' theater classes. I also have experience critiquing and offering feedback on plays by college students and professional playwrights. In both academic and artistic settings, I love language almost as much as I love learning about the people I'm working with and fine-tuning the ways I work with them. My goal is always to make the process as productive...

...I grew up in Austin, Texas, and attended Westwood High School, a very prestigious High School in Texas, and graduated through the AP program. I have experience with tutoring through organizations similar to Kumon, but I've found that private one-on-one tutoring has helped me throughout my life, and I believe that that's the best way for kids to learn and stay engaged while also having fun outside of the school setting. I'm very flexible regarding...

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.

...of these skills to use as a middle school ESL teacher in Taiwan, teaching cultural classes, music, health and other subjects in English. Now back in the US, I am an ESL teacher for adults from all over the world learning English. Outside of the classroom, I also have 10 years of Chinese tutoring experience. I offer tutoring for various subjects, but particularly am passionate about ESL and Chinese. I can't wait to help you...

...and communications (public speaking) are my specialties. I have helped students advance not one, but two reading levels within one academic year. I love helping students develop superb reading and writing skills, as I believe these skills are the foundation for every area of your academic and professional careers. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Journalism degree from Howard University in Washington, DC in 2012. I am originally from Minnesota and absolutely love cold...