Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Portsmouth, VA

...secondary education from the University of Alabama and a PhD in multicultural education from Capella University in Minnesota. A firm foundation is just as important in learning as it is in constructing buildings, so I focus on helping students gain a good grasp of the basics that will serve them well as they progress to higher levels of mathematics. I will help students make personal application of the concepts they are learning, and I will...

I'm a firm believer that all children can learn as long as you differentiate the instruction and use the proper strategies and tools to meet the individual's needs.

...Dominion University graduate with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Technology. I am also currently working to get my certification in teaching. I was a teacher and teacher assistant for a private school in Virginia for about 2 years. During that time I worked with students of all ages but my primary focus was elementary school age children. While I am able to tutor a wide range of subjects, my primary subject of choice is...

Hello, My name is Adam and I am interested in tutoring for math, physics, and anywhere that I may be a fit. I was a double major in Physics and Math at James Madison University. I've worked in the animation industry doing both testing and simulation research. I thank you for considering me to be a tutor.

I am a junior Physics major attending Norfolk State University. My goal is to help fellow students grasp a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of Mathematics and Science as well as English and History. I work hard to bring a fun and creative perspective to learning so that information is retained and test scores are improved.

...doing enrichment activities. Also, I critiqued their essay papers to help win a scholarship. This experience influenced me to help individuals improve in their reading and writing skills. Although I tutor English and Science, Math is my favorite subject because I like to do step by step methods in solving a variety of problems. While working at Tidewater Tutors, I assisted fifth, eighth, and tenth graders with their math homework and prepared them for the...

I came in the U.S in 2011 from West Africa (TOGO) a french speaking country. I learned english, and was accepted in one of the prestigious engineering school in the Nation Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) .At RPI, I graduated with my bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering. I look forward sharing with you some of my stories which may serve you as guide and motivation throughout your journey to success.

...of James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA where I received my Bachelor's degree. During my time in school I had the opportunity to study and complete Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, and Anatomy&Physiology classes. During that time I provided tutoring sessions locally in Harrisonburg as well as overseas during the summer. I try to make learning these subjects as low stress as possible by implementing the learning strategies recognized in literature (some books include 'Make It...

...can meet their full potential, become independent learners and can share their ideas and take risks. I believe that the teacher's role is to act as a guide giving students access to practice skills, and have choices to let their curiosity direct their learning. The students should be active learners and I will guide them to learn how to problem solve, use their creativity and apply concepts at high-order thinking levels. In my spare time...

...of Longwood University. I majored in elementary and middle school education with a focus in history. In addition to my major, I also minored in Spanish (where I focused on ESL education) and history. I am currently able to teach elementary and middle schoolers; however, I have enough background knowledge to work with students looking to learn English, Spanish or who need help with history. I am currently working as a substitute teacher in Virginia...

...for teaching others. I have a wide range of teaching and tutoring abilities; I also have experience in administering and grading tests, holding study groups, grading assignments and assisting students with writing. I believe that supporting and guiding the learning process of others not only benefits the student, but benefits the teacher/tutor as well. It is vital to acknowledge all lessons we learn from one another in an effort to absorb as much knowledge as...

...Dominion University in 2010 with a BSBA in Fiance and again in 2012 with a Master's Degree in Secondary Mathematics Education. I have wanted to be a teacher my entire life and spent most of my childhood playing school! In 2012, I accepted my first position as a teacher and taught 8th grade students Algebra and Geometry. I spent the following two years in the same school teaching 6th, 7th and 8th graders all middle...

...of The University of Phoenix. I have a master of science in psychology, adult learning facilitator/trainer certification, and personal finance counselor certification. As a military veteran, I have had the opportunity to travel the world and meet people across the globe. In my journey, I discovered I have a passion to help others reach their full potential in subjects ranging from psychology and financial literacy to public speaking and health/wellness. My goal is to provide...

Hello! I have been in education my entire life. As a child my favorite game to play was teacher with my family. As an adult I have been in education for 20 years, teaching all age groups including adults! My personal passion is learning for myself and my professional passion is watching students reach their full potential while gaining confidence.

...of Virginia Commonwealth University with a B.S. in Mathematics and will be starting my M.S. in Physics at Old Dominion University in the fall. I am an experienced tutor, having tutored regularly throughout high school and undergrad. When working with a student, my primary goal is to aid them in understanding how to learn mathematics. Doing so ensures not only that they will understand the given material, but also that they will be prepared for...

A kind hearted, friendly, professional and highly trained teacher. I am extremely passionate about teaching, I find the position personally satisfying and beneficial to the students I work with. I am a great communicator and listener, and have the ability to understand a student's needs.

My vocational experience consist of economic, marketing, and credit analysis with emphasized involvement in economic research, statistical analysis, reporting, risk analysis, production agriculture, transportation, tax return analysis, balance sheet analysis, and underwriting. My educational experience includes econometric and statistical analysis, international and inter regional trade, marketing, and personal finance.

...is the core foundation in which educators can teach student the concepts of subject areas to succeed in the future. Education is one of the most key areas in a student's life. Education has shaped my own opinions and objective in why I want to become a successful educator. I always want my students to show respect towards themselves and others. I have set objectives to learn how each student will contribute to class and...

...University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a Bachelor of Science degree, where I majored in Chemical Engineering (Semiconductor Processing concentration) and minored in French. After college, I worked in France as an English teaching assistant and then in biotech change management. I've a great deal of experience tutoring students of all ages (both online and in person); and though I teach a variety of subjects, my specialties are math, english, french and science.

It is my goal to share what I have upstairs with anyone who could benefit from it. I've enjoyed math most of my life and, over the years, I would like to think that I have been able to share that enjoyment with many of my students.