Award-Winning History Tutors serving Richmond, VA

...enhance their understanding. I also find great satisfaction in working with students in English, helping them develop strong writing skills and critical thinking abilities. Outside of my work as a tutor, I enjoy staying active and exploring new interests. Whether it's hiking, traveling, or engaging in creative projects, I believe that having a well-rounded life is essential for nurturing personal growth and cultivating a love for learning. Through my tutoring, I strive to foster a...

...review and edit/critique their written work. In terms of my teaching philosophy, I place a premium on engaging the student; teaching 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...

...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. I believe strongly in the idea that given a strong foundation and constant support, any student can succeed and achieve...

...(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 to effectively manage my time and to work with a wide demographic of students. I look forward to helping my...

...Longwood University, I am passionate about helping students excel in Middle School Math, History, and Reading. With over 2 years of experience in tutoring and classroom instruction, I approach each session with a focus on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. My 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...

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.

...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 after just a few sessions, since they learn approaches more than rote, memorized methods. The moment they realize how much they've learned is always an...

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!

...them through processes to discover the solution to their problem/question on their own. I begin by working to understand the student 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...

...& Essays, Writing & working with students with intellectual or developmental disabilities as a registered behavioral therapist with ABA experience. As a certified peer recovery specialist, I am uniquely qualified to help students of all levels from elementary to doctoral to adult learners excel in writing, research, test prep, organizational skills, and even creative fields like theatre, Roblox game design or other new interests! With 15+ years of experience, I specialize in supporting neurodivergent learners...

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...

...Art History, and Latin. I will be attending a master's program in 2025 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...

...perspectives of my students. This ability to clarify complex ideas is important to tutoring, but what often gets overlooked is the other side of the equation: properly understanding the questions being asked. I have frequently encountered decent teachers who can effectively outline a subject in a lecture but who have trouble comprehending where their students might be confused, often because they are too removed from the way the students' brains work. The best teachers and...

...Learning Specialist for a child 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...

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.

...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 noticed greater improvement in my students whenever I've taken an extra day to go over a topic and to give...

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.

...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, evening, and night on Tuesday and Thursday.

...(Commemorative Museum Pedagogy), which trains educators to handle difficult history topics with tact, recognize the various reactions that students will have 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...

...Engineering. I love learning and teaching 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...