Award-Winning History Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...personal development. I don't have a particular favorite subject to teach. My joy comes from watching someone grasp a new skill or concept that they did not have, or think they have. I believe we all can learn something new everyday. Regardless of your age or what you know, learning is a continous process. Outside of my love of teaching, I enjoy reading, puzzles, karate, Tai Chi, traveling, learning new crafts, and spending quality time...

...high school students in Reading Comprehension, English, Writing, History, Government, and Algebra. I also am very fond of test preparation, having gone through and tutored students in both SAT and LSAT content and test taking strategy preparation. I also have experience tutoring Russian as a foreign language, and am most comfortable tutoring students in basic and intermediate reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. My philosophy on tutoring is crafting the pace and structure of each...

...graduated magna cum laude from the University of London (Queen Mary College) in England with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Drama. My primary concentrations, also the subjects of my dissertations, were religious themes and portrayals in Early Modern and Renaissance literature, particularly Shakespeare, as well as the political and socioeconomic impact of language and creative arts education in the 21st century. I have completed graduate level coursework at Reed College, the University...

...University of Virginia. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Government with a focus on American politics. I also received a minor in Russian area studies. Upon graduation, my cumulative GPA was a 3.99. Since graduation, I have worked as a teaching assistant at the University of Virginia Center for Politics, modernizing course information and helping the Center prepare for online learning this fall. In this time, I have also been tutoring students in Russian,...

...University where I earn a B.A. in International Affairs and Sociocultural Anthropology. At school, I developed a passion for education and creating environments where all students may thrive. Next fall I intend to pursue a Master's degree focused on education policy. My tutoring experience is primarily with middle and high schoolers, working together to create innovative ways of engaging with curriculum. I believe that all students can achieve their highest potential given the right skills...

...I am a 24 year old graduate student starting at Georgetown University in the Fall. I recently returned from Botswana where I served as a Peace Corps volunteer. I have experience working with high school, middle school and elementary school students. I am creative and enjoy learning and teaching equally. I am also motivated and I am not afraid to revisit a topic if I or the student feels that they have not fully retained...

...on the verge of entering "the real world" from Brandeis University, learning is mistakenly perceived by many of my peers as nearly finished; however, the learning process is always ongoing and changing. Learning happens every day and it is often unseen or even unknown to many people. My personal philosophy is also my personal philosophy in playing/watching sports: the fundamentals and little things are the big things. Whether it is playing ultimate frisbee, basketball, football,...

...learning experience to the individual student. I was most inspired to pursue this Socratic style of teaching after taking several courses in college from a professor who had perfected the technique. The majority of his class-time revolved around asking us questions that led us to the points he was trying to make. While not everything can be taught purely in this fashion, I try to make my lessons focus on principles and processes, creating a...

...a particular problem has been explained and put to use, it becomes much less daunting. Learning these processes tends to work across the board in a general sense to help in more areas than just the specific tutoring problem. Being able to apply these techniques outside of a simple lesson is something that lasts a lifetime. I was fortunate enough to have had teachers and professors that gave me this gift, and feel an important...

...adult students in ESL. I designed these lesson plans and executed them, along with original assignments, tests, and classwork. I've also directly tutored younger students between 10-12 years of age in ESL and math. In high school, I helped other students in math. I am a great tutor because I am patient, funny, and relatable. I'm always able to keep things light and enjoyable. I take pride in helping others understand difficult material.

...student, so I can better relate to the current teaching methods. Finally, I am brilliant and an expert test taker. I was in the top 3% of high school scholars in California, and I have continually made the deans list while taking both science and arts and humanities classes in college. In high school, I tutored freshman in math and english as part of my Key Club requirements. Additionally, in my previous jobs, I have...

...teacher for the last 12 years. I love working with students this age - they are funny and can make interesting connections to the concepts I teach. They also keep me feeling young and on the tips of my toes! I also enjoy working with students of all ages in a variety of subjects. In my spare time, I read and quilt. My grandmother was a quilter as is my mother. I find it very...

...I always enjoyed academics, which led me to tutoring early in life. Test taking can be daunting for students of all ages, but breaking down verbal and writing skills in approachable way is my specialty! I like to think I can make tackling the GRE or Praxis less stressful, to help you enter your next chapter. I received Bachelors degree in Art History and Spanish, and I've held on to a love for learning about...

...international affairs and Arabic, and I will primarily be focusing on tutoring students in academic and research essay writing, and humanities subjects. My teaching style seeks to foster student independence and growth. I encourage students to complete some work before the session, and sessions include continually asking students questions about topics to keep them engaged and structured independent work time after some guidance has been given to build skills and independence. In other words, I...

...time. I have an effervescent personality and genuine love for life. I love working with children and seeing them be successful is one of the most rewarding aspects of my life. I believe in fostering strong relationships with students, especially in the middle school years, because we all know just how tough they can be. Often students need someone else that they can lean on for academic and emotional support. I look forward to working...

...with students with social skill needs, behavioral needs, as well as dozens of students with special education status. As a student teacher in school, I taught 8th grade U.S. History and high school life skills and social skills. I enjoy working with children and especially enjoy getting to be with my family and my four nieces and nephews. I also love to play the piano. I cannot wait to work with you and your child...

As a lifelong student and newly emerging teacher of many areas of discipline, I not only want to help you find your own unique way of learning, which will allow the subject to become fun and interesting. Whether it is understanding languages, history, science, or math, I will make the material understandable and enjoyable!

...Shenandoah University. I am majoring in Chemistry Pre-pharmacy and am minoring in Biology and Psychology. I am hoping to pursue a career in the pharmacy field. I enjoy working as a pharmacy technician and as a tutor. I love how I am able to gain pharmacy experience and knowledge as a technician. As a tutor, I enjoy helping others do better in school and be able to share what I already know.

...been to make it my own. When I teach, my goal is to encourage the student to take ownership of the subject matter. Once ownership happens, it becomes easier to engage and ask questions that lead to understanding. I graduated from Georgetown University in May 2012 with a degree in Government and English. I have taught middle and high school students in DC and South Africa, as well as tutored undergraduate students at Georgetown. I believe...

...Excelsior College where I earned a BA in Humanities with a focus on Cultural Studies. I also have an AA in Persian Farsi from the Defense Language Institute. Throughout my life I have traveled extensively and have gained an appreciation for all things. I have most recently taught middle school students in science and math and adults in San Angelo, TX looking to improve their English, and new military personnel training in their future job...