Award-Winning Languages Tutors serving Virginia Beach, VA

...everything from security to inspecting 18 million dollar aircraft. I have a knack for explaining complex ideas in a way everyone can understand, and I enjoy doing so very much. My educational background is a Bachelor of Arts from Old Dominion University in International Studies with a minor in Asian Studies. Although I have never been to Asia I am absolutely obsessed with Chinese and Japanese culture and history. I also have a Master of...

...well as a doctorate in geography. I have taught a wide range of subjects including chemistry, physical geography, human geography (and labs), marine geography, environmental science, Caribbean geography, globalization, political ecology, writing for the sciences, writing and research, and communication. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects and like to discover ways to personalize lessons. My first focus is to build trust and communication with the student, and give them the skills to feel independent...

...teaching experience. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Development and a Master of Arts in Education from Brandman University. I believe in educating the Whole Child. Creating fun educational activities that encourage student growth in every area. I have spent the last three years as an elementary school teacher in the private school sector. Finally, I have a highly interactive style of teaching that is flexible enough to cater for a diverse...

...investing in students because I know the profound impact that my teachers made on my life. If I hadn't had teachers in high school, college, and law school who were willing to spend their personal time mentoring and tutoring me, I would not have excelled to my current position. Therefore, I endeavor to give others the same one-on-one help that I received. Every student deserves a patient teacher who will help deepen and strengthen the...

...function of living species led me to major in Biology. I started at Miami Dade College as pre-med and transfer to Florida International University (FIU) where I received my bachelor of Sciences in Biology major. While I was attending FIU I worked as a Peer-Led Tutoring Leader at MDC, where I guided and mentored students who struggled with mathematics, chemistry, and biology. My experience tutoring other student help me understand the materials better by trying...

I am always learning, so I like to encourage others to keep learning too.... Helping students identify with what they are learning is very important to me. Helping them see that, "Yes, this does apply to me," makes all the difference.... Get to know them and their likes in school. What are they finding most difficult? How can I be help them get to the heart of the lesson?... First, I like setting a foundation for...

...excited to begin embarking on that journey! I'm a World Languages and Cultures major with a minor in Middle Eastern Studies - my ambitions and passions have led me to pursue instruction in a global classroom. I hope to work with refugees abroad and equip those students with the tools they need to take on the world despite the trauma and pain they've experienced. Education is the orphan of every war - but it is...

...with people and helping them learn things I love to do! As a teacher, I focus on the most important things that each student is trying to learn. I avoid tangents and focusing so much on small topics that students get frustrated. It is important that the student feels supported throughout the entire process. I know that everyone has bad days or doesn't prepare as much as they should. I understand that completely! I work...

...I also spent time in India and Italy and continue my journey of travel as well as learning the art of languages. I speak Spanish, English, Italian, Portuguese, and learning French. I enjoy meeting new faces, especially through language teaching or learning. I am a Psychology student, lover of languages, and Yoga + Meditation teacher. I am happy to guide you a long the process of learning a new language, starting from wherever you are...

Learning should be fun and uplifting. Everyone learns differently, and education is a lot more effective when the students feel they understand the subject matter. When a subject is presented in a way that engages the mind, true learning occurs. This is not achieved through rote memorization, but through feeling and understanding at the heart level.

...best way to help the student learn is to listen carefully to the student's feelings and needs. From there, I do my best to tailor the tutoring experience to the student's needs/feelings with regard to the subject matter. In addition, if the student/parents are interested, I'm very glad to help with study and organization skills. I believe it is essential to assist the student with motivation, enjoyment, homework, test/quiz preparation, special project, and organization of course...

...with a Master's Degree in Educational Sociology. After coming to the United States, I received a Degree in Modern Languages, German and Spanish, and a Master's Degree in Education. The past four years, I worked as a German instructor at Lehigh University and Moravian College in Pennsylvania, and I tutored children and adults part time. My goal as a tutor is to provide students with a sound basis of the German language as it is...

...over 20+ years. My parents understood the importance of developing a bilingual skillset since adolescence and I have been using Korean both conversationally and professionally. I enjoy teaching people since it helps them learn a new skillset and it makes me proud of their hard earned accomplishments. I currently serve in the U.S. Navy and have qualified and proven Korean proficiency by passing the Department of Defense Language Proficiency Test. Learning a new language can...

I am a recent graduate of Radford University. I majored in Interdisciplinary Studies with a license to teach Pre-K to 6th grade. I have experience tutoring and teaching many different ages. I concentrated in math and Spanish during my time at Radford. I love to work with all ages and help those that need help learning a concept or many.

...graduate Magna Cum Laude, and garnered a half tuition scholarship to a college of my choice. I chose to attend Virginian Wesleyan, my Bachelor's degree from there was Cum Laude, and my experiences were remarkable. At Virginian Wesleyan, I was afforded the opportunity to complete my Spanish language requirements by living in Puebla, Mexico for a summer, while attending the University of Madera. Prior to graduating, I was offered a contract to teach Social Studies...

...but at first I was a student in a Spanish class. I know the challenges of learning a foreign language and also the blessing of having a teacher who helped me along the way. I went from thinking Spanish 3 would be my last Spanish experience to going all the way to AP Spanish, getting my Bachelors in Spanish, studying in Mexico and visiting other Spanish-Speaking countries, completing Spanish courses at the Masters level to...

...making music as well as doing yoga. I am a graduate from Virginia Tech with a B.A. in Spanish Language & Literature and a Minor in Music Technology, and I completed a semester abroad in Quito, Ecuador at La Universidad San Francisco de Quito. I currently work as a high school permanent substitute teacher in Virginia Beach, VA, so I am used to working with a wide range of students in various subjects, though my...

...writing. As part of my undergraduate experience, I studied in Buenos Aires, Argentina for 5 months at the Universidad de Buenos Aires. Throughout this time I lived with a host family, which tremendously enriched my confidence in speaking Spanish. I learned so much from this experience and significantly deepened my understanding of the language. I am passionate about the Spanish language and wish to help others gain confidence as well in order to have meaningful...

"Education is the sum of our experiences" says John Dewey. I am here to make your experiences joyful, memorable, and motivating.

I am a native Chinese speaker. I have been in the U.S. for three years now, and I am currently attending school in VCUarts. I love to help people; it makes happy. I hope I could help you to learn what you want and achieve the goal. Let's make it happen!