Award-Winning History Tutors serving Portsmouth, VA

...taught over thirty years with people of all ages who have special needs as a Life Skills teacher, Resource Teacher. I have worked with students at the middle school level who were learning conversational English, having come here as refugees. I have a background in theatre/drama, speech coaching, and I am a vocal soloist singing both classical and modern music. It helps to enjoy reading, and that comes when you learn how to read well...

...study abroad program in Peru where I was able to develop my knowledge of cultural anthropology. I served as a nanny and homework helper throughout college which sparked my passion for tutoring. I like to focus tutoring on critical thinking and giving the student the tools to problem solve on their own. From this method, the student's confidence grows and they become more open to learning. This is a gateway into content mastery. With the...

...broad skill set to meet diverse learning needs. My areas of expertise include computer science, information technology, business, marketing, personal finance, Spanish, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL/ESL), and mathematics. I have a Master of Arts in Teaching (World Language Focus) and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Virginia, and a Certificate of School Administration and Leadership from Longwood University. I am passionate about helping students grasp concepts across various...

...should tutor others. I have a deeper understanding why students struggle in their subjects. I know where the roadblocks are and how to overcome them. I no longer have trouble hearing ever since I undergone ear surgery and changed my life dramatically. I still feel like I am playing catch up, but that seems not to be the case in all areas. Everyone is playing catch up in at least one area of study.... One important...

I am a former public school teacher who holds passion for learning and service. I believe my natural disposition for motivating others combined with my extensive experience in education will make me a valuable tutor for your student.

I have not only a passion for learning, but I have a passion for teaching others as well. I am especially interested in science and math as they are the main two subjects that drive the world forward and give us new technologies that may some day change the world.

My tutoring experiences have been very fulfilling. I have tutored and taught in North Africa and California. I'm a great tutor because I try to recognize the learning style of my tutees and cater to it.

I heard someone say that everyone starts out liking math. But they meet that one math teacher or class or even a problem that intimidates them, possibly embarrasses them. And they build a wall and find it hard to continue liking math. I want to show them an easier way to understand the concepts; I want people to like math.

I'm a freshman at the College of William and Mary studying finance and computer science. I've been tutoring since high school, and love how it allows me see familiar subjects from a different perspective. In my free time, I like to play rugby, spend time with my friends, and do Model UN. I can tutor most subjects that I've taken before, but especially love teaching high school math.

I am passionate about helping my students because I love to see them grow and be the best they can be. I went to TCC and currently attending ODU to get my degree in Elementary Ed. I have my associate's in Social Science. I tutor elementary-level subjects and music. I love the violin! I like to teach to all learners whether you are hands-on, hearing, or visual. I work with special ed children as well.

Fourth year medical student. I majored in biochemistry and economics at the University of Virginia. I enjoy running, reading, and watching movies. I listen to a few podcasts and like to learn about new things. I enjoy teaching and have taught for many years.

I am a psychology PhD student. My background is in psychology (i.e., health, developmental, social, psychopathology), but I also have extensive training with statistics, and some statistics programming packages. Tutoring is my way of trying to give back to my community and to help other students who struggle like have in the past.

...of making learning flexible and adaptively personal to students' needs. History, government, and philosophy can be dull topics, but by developing an effective system, I hope to make them exciting and memorable. Social science and philosophy are among my favorite subjects because they focus on how people think and how that impacts the world we live in. I am passionate about assisting students to not simply learn, but also thoroughly understand academic material. Even now,...

...married my beautiful wife (30+ years) and became an apprentice machinist with no aspirations. Luckily, my father (my hero) and my wife (my best friend) pushed me to continue my education. So, I took a college course at age 25 while working full-time with a wife and two children at home. Luckily, my instructor took time to encourage and show me how education could change my life. I completed my A.A.S. at age 33. I...

I graduated from Saint Leo University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. I retired from the United States Navy. I have a heavy tutoring concentration in math and business, with knowledge in electronics. I love tutoring in finance and math.

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.

I'm a firm believer that all children can learn as long as you differentiate the instruction and use the proper strategies and tools to meet the individual's needs.

...a MA in Special Education concentrating on Emotional and Behavior Disorders, and my BA is in University Studies focusing on English and History. I have a wide range of experience as a teacher- I've taught both in the classroom and online. My favorite subjects to teach are chess, English, and ESL. I strive to make learning fun as that is the key to retention! I look forward to seeing you in class!

I firmly believe that education is the key to success for young students and I truly feel that with my innate ability to quickly connect with students, thus eliminating many behavioral issues, I can foster an environment conducive for students to achieve success, regardless of their level of learning.

...have a degree in English with a minor in psychology from Milligan College, TN. All throughout my high school and college years I have been involved in theatre, especially musical theatre. I could talk about my favorite musical all day. I am hoping to pursue a graduate degree in English in the coming few years. I love tutoring because I enjoy helping students to figure out the best ways to solve problems and to increase...