Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Alexandria, VA

...improve in. If you put yourself in the shoes of the student , it could be very frustrating for them to only hear about things that they did wrong and difficult to take feedback constructively. I feel that as a teacher/tutor it is my job to make sure that they are able to utilize my feedback to help them grow and develop as well as learn from their mistakes. If it is one thing we...

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...one person prepare for a Nursing School entrance exam called the TEAS exam. She wasn't sure if her GPA would be good enough so she wanted to do well on the TEAS. After about 6 weeks of lessons covering the subject areas in depth, she took the test. Her score was competitive and it enabled her to get into nursing school from which she graduated 2 years later. She was so pleased with my lessons...

...experienced tutoring in with composition, history, and SAT prep. Tutoring is a wonderful chance to help others gain confidence in their academic lives. The pressure to succeed in school can be daunting. I have been grateful for help in my studies, and enjoy helping others in turn. A theatrical plot consists of the selected elements of a story which are chosen to present in a limited amount of time. If the entire sequence of events...

...popular and appealing in today's society. By amplifying the beauty within each topic of mathematics as it is being taught, a student will feel connected to the material, thus easing the apprehension of learning new concepts. Building a student's confidence in their ability, especially with mathematics, aids in the instructor's main duty of teaching, while also contributing to that student's ability and overall psyche. Through a rich combination of assessments, lectures, and supplemental assignments, the...

...teaching Math. I have multiple years of tutoring experience, including serving as a volunteer educator at a Saturday School, mentoring several robotics teams, and helping students with SAT preparation. As a result of these experiences, I have had the opportunity to work with age groups ranging from elementary to high school, where I learned and applied several teaching techniques. My goal as a tutor is not only to help students grasp challenging concepts but also...

...that I have learned. I have taught high school biology, chemistry and physical science and have tutored in SAT Math prep there as well. My favorite moments of teaching were marked by students saying "I get it" -- especially after a long struggle to understand but everything finally makes sense and the light bulb just turned on. In helping students grasp very abstract concepts, I attempt to give examples that are more tangible and that...

Hello! I am a Spacecraft Engineer and an Aerospace Engineering Master's graduate from one of the best colleges in the US : The Georgia Institute of Technology. I did my Aeronautical Engineering Bachelor's at the University of Maryland College Park. I have been a Teaching Assistant for 3 years cumulatively and have a passion for Spaceflight dynamics. I have tutored courses such as Spaceflight dynamics, Structures, Aerodynamics, Engineering graphics and Intro. to Aerospace Systems.

...learning environment where students can explore real-life applications of math, helping them to build confidence and discover their potential. I take pride in my ability to accommodate diverse learning styles, particularly for Special Education students, achieving a consistent SOL pass rate of over 90%. Beyond the classroom, I am dedicated to tutoring and providing individual support, often staying after school to ensure my students have the resources they need to succeed. My passion for teaching...

I am a proactive professional, with years of experience in the education sphere. Through my experiences, I have worked with diverse groups, ranging from children to young adults. I have created curriculums centered around empowering students to feel confident in themselves and excited to learn. I have also monitored and evaluated education projects to ensure the best outcomes.

...Education, with honors, from Trinity University. I have been living in the Washington, DC metropolitan area since 2001. I have worked with local and international students and families in an array of subject areas all over the city, from homes to public libraries to coffee shops. I aim to make learning and studying a low-stress experience and am trained in how to differentiate and accommodate work for students with exceptionalities. I am a highly motivated...

...the University of Maryland as a Secondary Education and Government and Politics double major. I am passionate about the realm of education and creating change in my community. In the past I have worked with children aged 4-18 as a swim coach, which taught me the benefits of patience and versatility. I hope to eventually pursue a career in education policy, where I can help to enact necessary changes in our education system.

...students who were preparing for the high school equivalency exam. I began my career in education as a Health and Physical Education Teacher in the Bronx, NY. Brendan has also taught and tutored high school aged students in test prep at Lehman College of the City University of New York. I graduated from Hofstra University in 2007 with a master's degree in Physical Education and earned a B.S. in Sociology from St. John's University in...

...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 tutoring from that place of understanding. I believe that just because...

My aim is to not only help students succeed in their subject matter, but to ensure that they understand the greater concepts as well.

...I am working for a degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders. I am proficient in multiple international baccalaureate subjects as well as essay writing and editing. I have tutored in these subjects as well as elementary school math and reading. I love tutoring in essay writing because it is my personal best subject. I also love to edit essays. I tutor through encouragement and positive reinforcement. Outside of academia, I like to run and read...

...theatre lover, and I sometimes dabble in acting when I have time. I absolutely love doing voices and accents when I tell stories. If laser-pointering with my cat were an Olympic sport, I would certainly qualify. I'm an admirer of film and television as art forms, which is a fancy way of saying I like great movies and TV shows. Eating something delicious while reading a good book is my preferred method of relaxation, although...

...learning objectives while earning their learning style. My other objective is to help the students believe that they are able and capable to overcome challenges whether it be academic or otherwise. I homeschooled my sons from grades 6-12. My experience includes setting up learning activities and providing additional support with challenging subjects. This experience taught me the importance of differentiating lessons as well as how the lessons are facilitated. I look forward to helping your...

...in a wide array of subjects, I am most passionate about teaching STEM subjects such as Math, Chemistry, and Biology. I have taken many standardized tests throughout my life and accumulated knowledge over the years on how to master the art of test taking. I'm a firm believer in trusting in your training to achieve the best possible result, and I hope to instill that confidence in the students that I tutor.

...Washington University. Next fall, I will begin my Master's Degree in Politics and International Studies from Cambridge University. I am eager to help students in writing, history, government, and Spanish. In my spare time, I volunteer as a student educator at a DC-based nonprofit that uses Division 1 athletes as health instructors. As a tutor, I want to promote a safe environment for students to ask questions, grow in confidence, and learn something new!