Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Washington DC

...dual certified teacher who has taught in DC Public Schools and in Chicago Charter Schools. Additionally I was a instructional coach for Chicago Public Schools. I am currently in the DC area getting my doctorate at George Washington University in education. I am certified in both Special Education and English. Additionally, I work with alternative teaching programs to certify potential teachers who want accreditation in Washington, DC. Currently, I have directed many interests toward writing....

...school as a substitute teacher and tutor for middle and high school students. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about philosophy- but then again, what ISN'T philosophy? I love to encourage students to use their intellect, independence, and self-advocation to challenge and question the world around them (making them philosophers too!) Outside of traditional education, I also love working with students to figure out how to make their education...

...helping others succeed academically, drawing from my own experiences in education and my professional work in public policy. With a BA in political science, MA in international affairs, and current MPH studies at Yale, I have developed strong research, writing, and communication skills that serve me well as a tutor. In my role as a government relations professional, I simplify complex policy issues for clients, a skill I apply when tutoring students in various subjects....

...to have developed a multitude of skills and strategies for teaching. I use this knowledge to instruct in all academic subjects, vocational and life skills, and personal development. I don't have a particular favorite subject to teach. My joy comes from watching someone grasp a new skill or concept that they did not have, or think they have. I believe we all can learn something new everyday. Regardless of your age or what you know,...

...language skills improved immensely through classwork as well as through interactions with my host family and Argentine friends. While studying business, I found a passion for entrepreneurship through the Skandalaris Internship Program, in which students work with ventures in St. Louis and travel to different entrepreneurship hubs in the city to meet the founders and hear their stories. I have pursued my love for writing and journalism by becoming a contributor to The Tab, an...

...school, I have tutored students in all different grades. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and literature. I have a lot of experience tutoring students in standardized test preparation. I love finding new and fun ways to teach the subjects, and tailor my approach to match the student's interests. I think learning can be fun for everyone, and I love finding ways to engage the students I...

...questioning and problem-solving attitude. It was as an AVID GDL that I realized my passion for preparing students for college admission and success. I expanded this passion out to the community, offering private sessions for students and parents navigating the college admissions process. Drawing on my background in learning and motivational psychology, as well as my experiences and training as an AVID GDL, I specialize in an adaptable, mentoring instruction style, especially effective for students...

I'm an experienced tutor with a myriad of life experience. I am fluent in French, love to discuss literature and have experience in tutoring ESL and primary school reading, and writing as well. I enjoy tutoring students and helping them with their educational endeavors. My goal is to stick with you until we get it right! I look forward to working with you!

...GED program. In that position, I helped individuals to craft resumes and practice interviewing techniques. That position allowed me to work with individuals to develop a long term career plan that would help them achieve their goals. In undergrad at the University of Illinois, I completed a degree in International Business and Marketing, with a minor in French. I then went on to get my Master's Degree in Public Administration at Cornell University. While there,...

...to the Washington area now living and working in DC as a librarian. I hold multiple degrees and certificates in English Literature, English Writing, and Professional Writing. I also have 6 years of experience tutoring and teaching in students of all ages in K-12 schools and universities. I believe one-on-one tutoring is the best format for working on language skills, and I am passionate about helping students express their unique voice with ease and confidence....

...them. I believe that I can serve as a motivator for others who might feel anxious about a certain academic subject. Finally, I consider myself to be organized and effective at time management; many years of balancing academics with sports, music, and school clubs and organizations have trained me to work efficiently and plan my time well. In my free time, I enjoy being active; I like to box, figure skate, and play tennis. I...

...all about being clear, concise, and succinct. For this reason, I place just as much emphasis on organization as I do on substance. Similarly, I embrace this philosophy when I teach. I normally use the following three-step program. First, I conduct a brainstorming session to induce critical thinking. Second, the student and I will create a rough outline to compartmentalize his or her premises. And finally, we plug in the brainstorming (substance) with the outline...

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!

...Heidelberg University in Tiffin, Ohio, I currently possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. I am currently attending Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore in pursuit of a Masters of Science degree in Clinical Psychology, where I am conducting original research in the areas of parental psychological control and somatic symptoms in young adults. Needless to say, this means there is quite a lot of psychology in my life, so while I am happy to...

...I also make sure I am available to students outside of class via e-mail in case they have any questions. I graduated from Vanderbilt University with a BA in History and English, then attended GWU to obtain my MA in U.S. History. My hobbies include cooking foods from different cultures, and, like many people in DC, traveling internationally. I also enjoy visiting friends and family, and I try to make it to Minneapolis to visit...

...worked with a program called Literacy Corps, tutoring students from all over the city. After graduating, I entered an AmeriCorps program in Pennsylvania, teaching full time for a year. I feel that having tutored for so long and being so recently out of school gives me an advantage in helping students. I intimately remember the struggles of trying to learn material that just wouldn't click in my head. Given that, I like to go about...

...around the rest of Europe and parts of northern Africa. Ive taught English in Poland, French in Italy, Spanish in Whales, and a little bit of everything here at home in the U.S. I believe in a healthy, attainable, and holistic approach to education. As a teacher, especially one of languages, literature, and writing, it has always been my goal to craft a safe learning environment for my students where learning and exams and homework...

...Meanwhile, COVID-19 did not stop me from tutoring other students and giving them reinforcement. Once I was a private tutor to three brothers who relocated from NY to a public school in PR were the only language used in class was Spanish. Helping them and seeing their gratitude on their faces was priceless. My academic preparation, experiences, my own kids, make teaching easier. Outside academia, I like to do Pilates, take walks, read, and binge...

...at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I am studying Psychology (B.S.) and Hispanic Literatures and Cultures (B.A.), with a minor in Biology. I plan to pursue a dual JD/MPH degree, with the goal of specializing in Health Law. I have vast experience in numerous subjects, including English, Math, Science, and Spanish. My favorite subject to tutor in is Math because it is so rewarding to help others understand tricky concepts and be...

...My background is in government, statistics, writing, foreign language, time management and organization, and comprehension. I have tutored 1:1, taught small cohorts of students, in addition to serving as a graduate teaching assistant for large classes. I'm passionate about tailoring the learning experience to your needs and enjoy the challenge of thinking outside the box and problem solving if something is not working for you/as. We are a team! I hope we can work together...