Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

I am a recent graduate of Northwestern University, where I studied Economics and Legal Studies. I have 7 years of tutoring experience, ranging from Kindergarten to SAT Prep. I currently work for Capital One, and I love football and basketball. I am a huge fan of movies, from chick flicks to Marvel movies. I love traveling, playing board games and exploring new cuisines. I love working with kids and helping them to understand new topics!

...a personal statement about my philosophy of teaching and learning. EDUCATION: PLTW Principles of Engineering and IED, Cal Poly Pomona, 2016 PhD and Masters in Science Education, Illinois Institute of Technology, 2010/2005 BS & BA, Washington State University, 1996 RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL ROLES: College (3 years) - Science Education Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Arlington (Online only, In-Person and Blended) Courses Taught: Grad Statistics, Research Methods, Qualitative Methods, Quantitative Methods, Philosophy of Science, Educational Psychology, College...

...Preservation at the University of Maryland. In addition to a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, I am pursuing a minor in Construction Project Management. Science in Architecture, I am pursuing a minor in Construction Project Management. An adept leader with strong communication and management skills, I am also An adept leader with strong communication and management skills, I am also proficient in several computer modeling and design software. I am eager to connect with and...

Hello! My name is Geoff. I'm an aspiring professor in Linguistic Anthropology, currently studying for my MA in Anthropology. I am incredibly passionate about academia, and would love to be a part of your journey to academic success.

...sections of the SAT. My style of tutoring acknowledges the stresses and vulnerabilities that can accompany learning a new skill, and my first priority in a tutoring session is that my client feels comfortable and free to learn without judgement. I received my bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature and Film Studies and embraced my love of close reading and analysis. I worked at the Writing Center at my university and tutored undergrad students,...

...fun! I was a teacher's assistant in elementary and middle school but studied secondary education after getting my masters degree in literature. Most of my teaching experience was at Northern Arizona University where I taught junior level rhetoric and writing for 3 years. I also taught a liberal studies topic course for first year college students and for honors composition. I am a life-long learner and am passionate about helping others. It is such a...

...host a drama camp for village teenagers (all in French). I created the program and called it “Strong Voices" since its purpose was to encourage self-awareness, improved communication skills, and confidence within Cameroonian youth. The following year I brought “Strong Voices” to my college’s hometown and applied it to the juvenile delinquents staying at the detention center down the road from campus. This time I went a step further and helped my students write original...

...progress I worked so diligently to make in my career, personal life, and spiritual life. It took a full two years for me to recover. I was only able to do so because of the loving support of my family and close friends. That experience shook me to my core and solidified my sense of purpose. I am here to be of service to my personal and global community. I know that if I didn't...

...in writing and literature has always been particularly rewarding because I get to experience students finding their unique writer's voice while helping them express their ideas with clarity and eloquence. I believe that everyone has their own way of learning and achieving greatness. By tailoring tutoring strategies to fit a student's interests and needs, I hope to teach academic material while also instilling a lifelong curiosity and desire for knowledge. During my free time, I...

...techniques and discipline methods as needed. As a kind-hearted individual with a passion for teaching learners of all backgrounds I know I would be the perfect person for you. The teachers and students I knew in the past loved me and I know you will, too. If you are looking for someone to help you make the hard transitions into new learning horizons, I'm the educator for you. I'm available to chat anytime; just drop...

I am a passionate educator currently residing in the DC area. I graduated in 2015 from the University of Georgia with a degree in Science Education. I have much experience working with students of all ages from summer camps, student teaching, City Year, mentoring, and tutoring. I love working with young people of all ages and am excited to get started!

...also motivated them to excel in learning new information in order to excel in their lives. I believe that this principle can be applied to promoting the understanding of any subject. My San Cayetano experience was truly unique and one that I am grateful to have been given. It inspired me to want to find commonalities with all children of the world and help them to excel by any means necessary. It especially has motivated...

...History. My interest in tutoring and teaching started when I started volunteering in the Richmond Public School system where I ran stations in Reading and Math. I wanted to work in a setting where I could work one-on-one with students; so, I began volunteering at Youthlife Foundation of Richmond, an after-school program for students in the Richmond Public Schools. I interned there for two summers, creating my own curriculum in Reading and Math, tailored to...

...experience working with children and adults of all ages. My general focus is in essay writing, grammar, punctuation and editing. My experience extents in editorial writing at a business journal, and I mastered a degree in Journalism/Writing. While substituting, I learned I have an immense joy in educating where I specialize in. I also teach SAT and ACT test prep.I am currently pursuing a teaching certificate. I have been teaching for 9 years now.

...use. Good teaching means acting as a guide beside each student and it has worked well. With a BA in English from the University of Virginia and a Master's in Education from Shenandoah University that focused on teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, coaching championship debate teams and professional experience in politics , I am confident in tutoring English, ESL, Spanish, Government and History. In my travels I have communicated in Spanish, French, Portuguese...

...adult student at Towson University, and I'm studying to be an English teacher. I'm a firm believer that everyone can enjoy reading and writing, and each person writes and learns differently which I believe to be the beauty of English and part of why I want to teach it. When I was younger I was a student who struggled immensely, but the truth is I found the passion for it, and that passion became success.

...but especially with primary age students because they still have a sense of wonder and awe about life. I have positive experiences describing/showing concepts to this age group, especially with manipulatives (hands-on materials). My husband and I have raised two sons, who have been through Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland. In most years, this school system has been ranked either #1 or #2 in the nation. So I really can relate to many of...

I am a first year medical student who is passionate about both STEM and the humanities. I would love to talk about study strategies and learning techniques that can improve the way you learn. I have been a tutor since 2017 and empowered students to excel at everything from SOLs and SAT to the MCAT

My academic background is in educational policy, human development and ethnic studies. I am well versed at a multitude of written communication approaches, including, research and academic writing, memo and brief production, personal statements, cover letters, and resumes. My professional background is in policy analysis, case management, mentorship, public speaking, and recruitment. These equip me with the skills necessary to effectively tutor through holistic support and teachings.

...because I like to incorporate "real world applications" into my sessions. I believe that learning a language involves more than rote memorization of vocabulary words and verb conjugations and tenses. It is essential to incorporate interesting and relevant methods that also give insight into that particular language and culture, including newspaper articles, fictional stories, poetry and magazines, movies and YouTube videos. Among my other favorite subjects to tutor are U.S. History (AP), U.S. Government (AP),...