Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Washington DC

...but I was formally trained to tutor in a writing center, so the minimalist style of tutoring and Socratic philosophy has always been my go-to approach. I love tutoring using a minimalist method because it engages students and helps build their skills alongside confidence in their work. Tutoring 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...

I am a recent college graduate from American University with a passion for teaching reading, writing, and social studies/sciences! I believe experiential learning is most beneficial for students and will try to give my students enough examples about how material might be applied in the real world in my teachings.

...graduated from Georgetown University in May 2012 with a degree in Government and English. I have taught middle and high school students in DC and South Africa, as well as tutored undergraduate students at Georgetown. I believe everyone has the necessary tools to be successful in the classroom. I am not an expert in any one subject, but I do enjoy helping students draw on their strengths to unlock expertise they may not have realized...

...propositional logic and history. This semester I am currently teaching a law scholar class on Constitution Law. My favorite subjects to tutor are writing and any philosophy related course. I love teaching these because I believe that excellent writing and critical thinking skills will help all individuals not just in their current class but all though their education and into their professional careers. My tutoring style is tailored to each of my students depending on...

...joy of learning to those I work with. I believe that students learn the best when they enjoy the material and the manner in which it is taught, and so that is my primary focus when teaching. My favorite subjects, then, are English (Literature, Linguistics and Creative Writing), Chemistry, and Algebra. As a recent high school graduate, I also am very familiar with the Standardized Tests (HSPT, SAT, and AP tests especially) that a student...

...turn, helped me get a scholarship to attend Loyola University New Orleans. While I was there I applied myself in equal measure and was able to graduate Cum Laude with a Major in Latin American Studies and a Minor in Music. I also had the opportunity to pursue a bit of adventure during college, spending a full six months living in Latin America as a public health intern in Honduras and an exchange student in...

...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 prepare them for the educational...

...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 College Composition classes at the...

...and a Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) from George Mason University. I have been teaching ESL at Stratford University in Falls Church, Virginia for 3 years. I was also a Certified English Teacher of grades 7-12 in New York City public schools. I have a love of language and a gift for grammar that I enjoy sharing with students. I guide and encourage the students I tutor to build their Vocabulary,...

...As a former French teacher, language and literature are my particular strengths. I love helping students tackle and master vocabulary, reading, literature, and writing (in English or French). However, I also enjoy math; a geek to the core, I sometimes work Algebra equations or calculate the angles in a regular shape just to keep my skills in shapes. I can comfortably provide tutoring in Algebra and/or Geometry as well as time-saving strategies for the math...

I am a current senior at the University of Maryland studying Criminal Justice and English Language and Literature. I love teaching children and using my own knowledge to help others foster an understanding of the same material that is their own.

...astronomy, I hadn't appreciated the intricate magnificence of things like how stars form or what makes a planet habitable. As I was able to inspire my students, they also inspired me. They told me to do more and get involved and I took their advice. My wife and I have just recently moved to Washington so I can attend George Washington University's Space Policy Institute. I'm studying to become a part of the growing space...

...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, you can do anything! I...

...lead, infuse discipline, and encourages a respect for all. This sort of empathy is not a hollowed shell that shakes conviction from a leader but rather a means for adopting the norms of the organization. In a posting by Wagner (2012), "Individuals must possess the ability to empower, and influence all team members; especially senior executives" (para 1). In the vein of servant leadership, it is important to listen to others, however the servant leader,...

My name is Sarah, and I am a recent graduate from the University of Virginia. I earned a BA with Highest Distinction in my Distinguished Majors Program: Political Philosophy, Policy, and Law. I have varied experiences tutoring and mentoring students of all ages. If you're looking for an optimistic, dedicated, and diligent tutor in the Social Sciences or English, I'd love to work together to reach your goals!

...school at New England Law|Boston in Boston, MA. I currently practice law as an immigration attorney in Herndon, VA. I speak 4 languages (English, Farsi, Spanish, and Portuguese) which is very helpful as an immigration lawyer. I also love history, traveling (have lived in Europe and South America), reading, watching/playing sports (soccer, basketball, football, rugby, hockey, baseball), and the outdoors (hiking, rock climbing, beaches, etc.). I also love getting to meet and know new people....

...book on high-frequency stock trading - to collegiate, being the editor of a school literary magazine, a tutor to my friends and peers, and presenting papers at university events. I love helping students improve their grammar and rhetoric, creative and analytical writing, and social science understanding. I believe that one of the most significant ways someone can improve in a subject is by increasing their confidence. Too often, people misinterpret small difficulties in reading or...

...As Executive Director of an education theater company as well as a private tutor, I can honestly say that one of my greatest joys in life is watching students elementary-age to high schoolers make connections for the first time. My first love is English and Literature. Although I scored a near perfect score on the SAT Reading and Comprehension exam and am a voracious reader, I feel equally equipped to teach most any subject at...

...I am nose-deep in STEM subjects, especially math, and physics. I love to teach math especially, it just makes sense to me! However, in my free time, I love to read, so reading and writing are very interesting to me as well. I would love to tutor for the SAT and prep for AP exams, whether that be AP Literature or BC Calculus. I love teaching students and have been working with them, tutoring and...

I am a recent graduate of Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio holding a BA in Drama and Chinese Area Studies. I come from a family of creative educators. I have experience teaching and mentoring writing, reading, Chinese language, and English language immersion for native Chinese speakers. I love working one-on-one with young people to develop their academic skills while also giving them an example of supportive interpersonal interaction.