Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...Aside from getting lost on the way to and from work, I like to read and write, play soccer, spend time outdoors, and spend time with my friends. I have previous short-term teaching experience in Peru and Spain, and am near-fluent in Spanish. I believe in the power of positive thinking, hard work, and self-confidence. I also believe that practice makes perfect: putting theory into practice is the best way to become comfortable with new...

...looking forward to helping students with any issues they might be having in their classes or in preparing for standardized tests. While I tutor a large variety of subjects, I am most passionate about helping students with English, essay writing, editing, American history, geography, and the LSAT. Those who I have tutored in the past have shown remarkable improvement in their grades and test scores. I try to use mnemonic devices to help students remember...

...University. I received my Bachelor degree in Business Administration. Before SIU, I attended Rockford Career College to be able to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam. I am a Veterinary Technician Trainer at a specialty and emergency hospital. I have worked in a variety of clinics. In addition, I've been a professional volunteer with World Vets, RAVS, and with shelters. My passion is to help educate others and to hand them the tools to...

...love to help you take your writing to the next level! I graduated from an international university in Spain with a BA in International Relations, earning research distinction and five class-level academic distinctions. My specialty is helping students-- particularly non-Native English speakers-- strengthen their academic writing skills. I focus on improving clarity and structure while maintaining the integrity of each student's unique voice. In addition to writing, I would be happy to tutor other courses...

...a trip to Romania where I taught ESL in Bucharest. Returning to the United States, I moved to New York City and acquired a Master's Degree in Acting, and worked in Theatre as my profession. I also became a certified ESL instructor teaching students of all levels. From beginners to advanced speakers, my style remained the same, with an emphasis on conversation, grammar correction and listening exercises, and I especially enjoyed tailoring my lesson plans...

...accepted into a graduate program at New York University. I moved there in 2008 and began teaching at a transfer school in Brooklyn while attending graduate school part time. In 2011, I was awarded a M.A. degree in International Education. I finished my teaching career at a performance based assessment school in Manhattan before I moved back to MD in October. Although I am seeking a full time position outside of the classroom, I still...

...like me achieve their full potential in this sense. I have experience tutoring Spanish in high school and am familiar with a multitude of other subjects, especially concerning AP Tests. Study skills and writing skills are another strong asset of mine as over the years I've had the opportunity to learn from teachers and peers alike, as well as develop my own strategies concerning these topics. I am currently working towards a double major in...

...on clarity first and then learning to add more force to one's writing. As someone who has studied two foreign languages and took honors English courses as a student, I have a deep understanding of grammar; I am also able to help my students understand how mastering it can be fun. As author of an award-winning novel and a lifelong passionate reader, I can also instill a love of reading in those who might not...

...grade SOL material, Alg 1 and 2, Pre-Calc, Trigonometry, and IB Math HL (the equivalent of AP BC Calc). Additionally, I am an ESL tutor for the Charlottesville Alliance for Refugees and have sufficient experience helping with English and writing skills. The most important to me when tutoring is to make sure that the student feels comfortable and open to sharing what they are struggling with content wise. I see my role as being the...

...I understand that every student is different, and that we do not all learn the same way. I seek to adapt to you. English is a difficult language to master, and I look forward to applying my knowledge and skill to improving your writing or reading. I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Allegheny College in 2006, and my Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from George Mason University in 2013. I am currently teaching...

I am a classicist, with a BA from the University of Chicago, doing graduate work at Durham University. I have prior experience as a volunteer tutor in Latin, math, history, and social studies and as a private tutor in Latin, math, language arts, and history.

...language that has afforded me the opportunity to travel, work, and develop friendships across the Americas, which is why I love teaching and tutoring those who want to build their language skills in either Spanish and/or English. Statistics and Psychology are subjects related to my profession and helps me understand issues related to society, culture and social justice. Thus, I am passionate about subjects related to Psychology and Statistics, since I believe related topics are...

...Currently, I teach fourth grade Reading and Writing. I have been an educator for 22 years. I earned my MAT from Trinity University, in Washington, DC. I have Master of Arts Degree in Administrative Management from Bowie State University in Bowie, MD. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Banking and Finance from Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC. As you can see, I love learning and...

...build knowledge. My time within an international higher education environment also means practical feedback on tests, applications, and where to look for funding at any stage and level of your education or career. My own time as an exchange student in high-school, as an undergraduate and in graduate school means real feedback on the process, and how study abroad can develop skills that employers want: problem solving, cultural awareness and adaptability just to name a...

...I am currently enrolled in a graduate program in Curriculum and Instruction for TESOL. I have extensive experience teaching English as a foreign in Brazil, and I have also tutored writing at the Washington English Center. My approach to second language teaching and writing is that students should always feel comfortable with making mistakes and that learning does not have to be painfully dullif you learn by making connections with things you are passionate about,...

...acquired practical and useful standardized test-taking knowledge and study skills that I am eager to share with my future students! I also specialize in the areas of complex literary analysis and reading comprehension; vocabulary enrichment; creative writing; argumentative writing; construction of research papers; MLA and APA citation; literary theory; resume writing, and many other related fields. As an educator, I am well-versed in the latest teaching practices and methods and pride myself in my ability...

...lesson. At the heart of my educational philosophy is an idea often quoted to me by my father: Education hasn't changed since Socrates. It's about relationships. I approach every day of instruction with this in mind. Only through cultivating these relationships and understanding our students can we truly impact their lives. Without these bonds, meaningful learning simply isn't possible. Of course, if we truly care about our students, we must be properly equipped to help...

I tutored at a writing center while an undergraduate student, and became an Advanced Certified Tutor through the College Reading and Learning Association. I also taught English classes in Russia for 2 years. I enjoy tutoring because of the opportunity it presents to constantly adapt lessons and teaching styles to best meet the needs of individual students.

I currently teach 5th grade ELA in a DC Public School. I have experience teaching kindergarten, third, fourth, and fifth grades. I have a passion for teaching and learning with my students. I graduated from the University of Georgia (go dawgs!) and then completed my masters degree at Johns Hopkins University.

...had. Over the past decade, I have taught over a thousand students in 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade. I’ve worked with talented students at the top on their class and high school students who read at the 3rd grade level. My favorite genre of literature is American Lit—To Kill a Mockingbird is my all-time favorite novel. I aim to be more and more like Atticus Finch every day. When I am not teaching, I...