Award-Winning History Tutors serving Richmond, VA

...achieving academic improvement. By creating a supportive learning environment, I help students build their confidence and academic skills in a way that makes learning enjoyable and rewarding. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I have a particular passion for science and mathematics. I love helping students make sense of complex concepts and guiding them through problem-solving techniques that enhance their understanding. I also find great satisfaction in working with students in English, helping them...

...is often fruitless unless you convey to the student that what they are learning has value. I also believe in identifying two important expectations: what the student expects of me, the tutor; and what the student's teacher/professor/standardized test expects of them. Establishing these expectations is, to me, crucial for the teacher-student relationship. Outside of my academic work, I enjoy playing music (mainly bass guitar, but I also play the guitar, mandolin, and the bouzouki, though...

...including AP World History, and US/VA Government. I also have a year of professional tutoring experience, tutoring students of various ages ranging from elementary through high schools. Though much of my experience is in social studies and sciences, I also have a passion for helping students with reading, writing, and college essays. I also have the ability to help students to prepare for various AP exams in World History, US History, Government, and World Geography....

...2nd grade, all the way up to the college level. I prefer the sciences (biology, chemistry, Earth science) and math (elementary to algebra II). When tutoring, I encourage my students arrive at the solution by continuously asking questions, rather than directly giving answers. I also enjoy the use of manipulatives to speak to a wider range of learning styles, and to add an element of fun to the learning process. My experiences have allowed me...

...philosophy centers on building strong relationships with my students, allowing me to tailor my teaching methods to meet their unique needs and learning styles. I believe that every student has the potential to succeed, and I am committed to guiding them through challenges with patience and encouragement. Currently, I am teaching in Virginia, where I continue to inspire my students to develop a love for mathematics. Outside of teaching, I enjoy exploring new educational resources...

I recently graduated from Georgetown University with a major in International Politics and a minor in French. Throughout my academic and professional journey, I've cultivated a passion for exploring diverse perspectives, fostering cultural exchange, and engaging thoughtfully in international dialogue. My experiences, from consulting internships to study abroad in France, have honed my skills in communication, analysis, and critical thinking, all of which I'm eager to share in a tutoring capacity.

...studies, I have been privileged to lecture at a university, guide students through hands-on labs, facilitate group work, and provide personalized, in-home tutoring. I've also taught virtual courses since the start of COVID-19. I am excited to teach students how to attack difficult problems with math, so that the student can be confident using math techniques on a variety of problems. Generally speaking, students usually find themselves suddenly more able to solve completely new problems...

From the first day of kindergarten, I have loved and embraced academics! Since school has come easily to me, I'd love to help others overcome their academic challenges and start to enjoy studying!

...and how he/she learns, and then work to find a teaching style that would help use their strengths to help improve their areas of improvement. I enjoy math the most as I enjoy helping students understand math in a way they have not thought about it before. That is a subject that is most often seen as scary or impossible, so helping a student get it is really fun to see. Outside of work, I...

...confident. I meet them where they are, prioritize their goals, and build a student-led environment rooted in authenticity. Whether we're tackling essays, test prep, study skills, academic content, or a new hobby, I create a space where students feel safe, seen, and comfortable being themselves. My background spans writing, education, social work, and the arts including theatre, visual arts, and photography. These creative roots sharpened my storytelling, communication, and critical thinking skills. In academic and...

Hello my name is Taleesa Meeks and I have a passion for teaching history. I love sharing my passion with students in hopes that they may grow to understand the importance of history as much as I do. ... My teaching philosophy is that all students are able to learn if given the proper tools, resources, and guidance. It is my job, as an educator, to provide students with the tools to be successful.... In a...

...for library science! Learning about the world is so important to me, and I'm glad that I might have the opportunity to share that passion by using this platform. Academics and mental health go hand-in-hand, so it is crucial to note that I only wish to enforce healthy coping mechanisms that foster a love of learning, not just a passing grade. A love of learning can last a lifetime, but classes end at the end...

...high school level, I have a preference for tutoring math (especially algebra through calculus) and history, along with writing and my current subject of philosophy. Besides my career motivations, I find that I stand out the most as a tutor in these areas because of my capability in clearly presenting complex material and my ability to grasp the diverse perspectives of my students. This ability to clarify complex ideas is important to tutoring, but what...

...who suffered from Autism, illiteracy and Bipolar disorder. Under my tutelage, he excelled from a Pre-K to 2nd grade reading level....and from a 1st to 4th grade math level. He is now an adult and friend. In November 1998, I began as a daily Substitute Teacher for Central High School (Prince George's Cty, MD). Since then, I've taught and mentored ages 4 to 23 years-old. For 20+ years, I've protected my reputation with: exemplary child...

I am so excited to help you! I have been tutoring for so many years. I love being able to help those in my community and other communities. I have a vast thirst for knowledge, and I want to make sure that you do too, I have a background in Science, but it is not limited to Science my subject strengths are Science, History, and English/Reading Comprehension.

...couple of language schools and even an elementary school there. I went on to work at language schools in Amman, Jordan and Guadalajara, Mexico before landing my dream job at a very nice primary and secondary academy in Mexico City, Mexico teaching English and History. Through these years, I've learned to put my students first and to take my time to better understand their needs rather than simply following the course of some book. I've...

I am Jonathan Starbuck. I am currenting going into my third year of law school and I have a Bachelor's in Government. I am passionate about educating people because I view education and learning as a continuous progress in life and as a form of self-improvement. As such, I want to help others progress in life to achieve their goals and to hopefully gain a life-long affinity to academics.

...your tutor. I'm super excited to share my lifelong love of education with you or your child. I am a remote freshman at the College of William & Mary this year. I will meet and exceed your expectations in K-12 education or SAT prep by breaking down each problem into manageable parts and tailoring my approach to each specific student. I am flexible for booking Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and available early morning,...

...and respond to these reactions in specific ways according to which reaction the student has. My experience as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Virginia Commonwealth University, where I have taught courses on The Art of Historical Detection: Ancient Mediterranean, Survey of Virginia History, and Environmental History, has been invaluable in developing my teaching skills and understanding of student needs. I consistently earned high praise from students and faculty for my commitment to creating an engaging...

...math, science, and programming. I have mentored kids ranging from 5-15 and worked as a counselor for a science camp. My favorite subject to tutor would be programming since I have had a lot of experience in the area and it's so amazing to see students with little to no experience code their first projects. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and occasionally will embark on small side...