Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Washington DC

...English from Shenandoah University, and I am currently taking graduate courses in French, Spanish, and Art History in preparation for coursework in Medieval and Renaissance Literature. I have two years of tutoring experience with all ages, 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...

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.

...it my own. When I teach, my goal is to encourage the student to take ownership of the subject matter. Once ownership happens, it becomes easier to engage and ask questions that lead to understanding. I 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...

...student and the University of Baltimore. I graduated from the University of Baltimore with a degree in Jurisprudence (legal philosophy). I tutored many students in undergrad in a variety of subjects including ethics, philosophy, advanced writing, 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...

...University with a major in English Writing and Rhetoric and a minor in Chemistry. As an honors student, I have always had a role in tutoring those around me. My goal is to bring my own 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...

...my academic career, but without a doubt the most important thing I have learned is the value of hard work, and how each of us can unlock an incredible number of opportunities and achievements with the right amount of dedication and discipline. It was this mindset that helped me succeed in High School and graduate as a valedictorian which, in turn, helped me get a scholarship to attend Loyola University New Orleans. While I was...

...say education runs in my blood. I grew up seeing the highs and lows a life in education can bring, and those experiences shaped me before I even taught my first 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...

...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 College...

...a concentration in Linguistics 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...

...where I majored in French and served as president of Bellatrix Science-Fiction/Fantasy Club. I went on to earn my M.A. in French Literature at Rutgers University where I caught the teaching bug by tackling all aspects of instruction for two French 101 classes as a Teaching Assistant. My passion for education led me to accrue seven years experience as a High School French teacher in New Jersey. Through additional experience in one-on-one instruction, such as...

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.

...Ohio for three years. I loved getting my students engaged in all the aspects of Physics, Biology, and Geology that I taught. Yet, my favorite by far was space science. Prior to teaching the basics of 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...

...Maryland. I earned a bachelor's degree in English and Literature focused on language, writing, and rhetoric, and a minor in linguistics. I have also earned a TESOL certification from Montgomery College and 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...

...him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime (Chinese Proverb). This adage can be applied to a myriad of lessons; but for a teacher is our goal each year; for every child. I applied to Prince Georges County Public School at the behest of a friend and went on several interviews. On my last interview, the principal asked me if I was ready to be recognized as...

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!

...was born in DC and grew up in Fairfax, VA. I attended the Catholic University of America in DC where I majored in political science with a minor in Spanish. I went on to attend law 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...

...in American Studies with a minor in Entrepreneurship. I have always enjoyed teaching reading and writing skills, and have experience ranging from the professional - interning with an author and helping to edit and research his 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...

...the last eight years. 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...

...During the school year, 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...

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.