Award-Winning Middle School Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...know my students, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, and leveraging their interests in order to motivate them and build confidence. I hold very high expectations, but I always take the time to figure out what kinds of strategies and supports students need to be successful. I strongly believe in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they can take into any educational experience. I have been teaching in the DC area for 3 years, and...

...upon myself to help others rise to meet the demand. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. I also minored in Chemistry and Psychology. With this knowledge, I plan to pursue a Doctorate of Pharmacy from an accredited 3 or 4 year institution. Currently, I work part- time as a certified Pharmacy Technician and Wellness Ambassador for Rite Aid Pharmacy. As an experienced tutor, I am thrilled and humbled by being able...

...within the United States and globally, usually ages elementary school to high school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Spanish, test prep, Writing, and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to...

...2019 with a major in History and minors in German and Environmental Policy & Culture. I recently completed a Fulbright English Teaching Scholarship in Germany, where I taught at an upper high school and vocational school. I worked with students on English grammar and writing, and held weekly conversational groups. Prior teaching experiences includes tutoring in math and reading with Apex Elite in Chicago, teaching horseback riding and horse science classes at a summer camp,...

...an Adjunct Professor at the Uniformed Services University. I was the team lead in Tropical Medicine for the team that went to Ghana. I have a BS in Biology from Lebanon Valley College Annville PA, MD from Penn State College of Medicine Hershey PA, MTM&H from Uniformed Services University and currently a Masters in Project Management student at the University of Maryland, College Park. I love teaching and as a side effect I love learning.

...I am a Junior Public Health Sciences Major at the University of Maryland in the Integrated Life Sciences Honors Program. I am a pre-medical student, having taken the majority of the required coursework and having passed my MCAT with a 515. I also received a 35 on the ACT. love teaching and have been teaching Math, Computer Science, Science, and English-related subjects for over 5 years. I would love to help tutor you in the...

...Taught: Grad Statistics, Research Methods, Qualitative Methods, Quantitative Methods, Philosophy of Science, Educational Psychology, High School (5 years) - Robotics (Arduino, RPi, Vex, etc), 3D Design with Autocad products, 3D Printing (Prusa, Makerbot, Ultimaker and Flashforge printers) using Simplify3D and Curia, Intro and Intermediate Electronics, Product Design and Invention, Animation (Blender), Vex Robotics Team Coach, Geometry, Algebra II, Physical Science, Chemistry Middle School (7 years) - Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Vex Robotics Team Coach, Elementary (4 years)...

...students can learn the material, but may need to have it presented in different ways so that they understand. Over the years, I have learned many tricks for helping students succeed, and can bring that to my tutoring sessions. I am certified in Spanish, French, English and Social Studies at the middle school level, and I have tutored at the upper elementary and high school levels as well. I have lived and taught in both...

...immensely. At Syracuse, I 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...

...middle and high school as well as college, I have tutored in all levels of science and math classes. I have also taken AP art classes in drawing and photography. In college, I have tutored, general biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry I, organic chemistry II, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, and biochemistry. I also have minors in mathematics and psychology. I have more experience tutoring math than anything- from geometry and trig to...

...love to travel; I did two home stays in France for four weeks in high school, and did a semester abroad in China where I studied Asian culture at Wuhan University, Tsinghua University (Beijing) and Sichuan University. Several of my closest friends are from foreign countries, so I'm very familiar with assisting in English subjects when English isn't the first language. My style is very upbeat, positive, patient and flexible. I firmly believe that every...

...life without having people helping and supporting them. At every point in my life I have been surrounded by people that I could turn to when I needed help. I have always been passionate about tutoring and teaching because it allows me to play that role in someone else's life. I have worked with all age groups from kindergartners to college students and excel at tailoring my teaching method to the student I work with....

...excited to be a personal guide to help you navigate the challenges of your courses! I am a graduating senior from Georgetown University, majoring in Finance and Operations and Information Management. I have had extensive tutoring in many subjects, ranging from chemistry, mathematics, to Spanish, in my 5 years working as a tutor for both a company as well as at Georgetown. I am excited to see the growth in performance and knowledge that you...

...environment during a very emotional time for all. Therefore, I actively participate in professional development utilizing differentiated strategies and techniques to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of my students as well as their learning potential. Previous teaching experience, my solo travels, and graduate study abroad programs have taught much about other cultures and the significance of including other cultures into my classroom, embracing our diversity and differences to become a cohesive, fortified learning...

...Masters in Architectural Technology and Building design, with a focus in math. In addition to my academic training, I have worked as a tutor since before my undergraduate degree, and I continue to tutor middle - high school students and college students throughout the year. My favorite subject to tutor is Algebra because it is so richly layered with meaning for me as an individual and as a person. It fascinates me how these equations...

...It made me more open-minded and aware of the different cultures and systems of beliefs. I also worked during COVID-19 as online middle-school teacher for girls. This challenging yet rewarding opportunity to teach students in difficult times made me happy for I was always there ready to lend a hand for my girls. Whether it was in the morning or at midnight, I always replied to their messages! Meanwhile, COVID-19 did not stop me from...

...which a writer can get their ideas and messages across. Having a strong hold on these different styles and techniques of writing can apply to many other areas in life. When I teach, I believe in imparting this appreciation for the tools to be gained through English classes, and uplifting students to write more and more. In my spare time, I love to paint, sing, play violin and ukulele, write, and go on walks!

...students through examples and concepts by sharing my iPad screen and showing my work there. As long as my students have cameras, I'll be able to see and evaluate their work. The main thing that sets me apart from other tutors is that I genuinely love teaching other students so that I can spark their interest in these growing STEM fields. I want them to leave my classes wanting to know more, and I love...

...help anyone with doubts in my specialized topics and more. Currently pursuing a Computer Science: Data Science degree from the University of Maryland, College Park with a minor in Statistics. I tutor various math topics and select computer science topics as well. I believe that everyone has the ability to learn anything, they just have to be taught the way they learn best. I strive to create an environment where there are no dumb questions...

Hello. My name is Laura Pykosh and I am currently a Middle School Science teacher, but have also taught elementary for 15 years. Although I'm able to help in many content areas, my teaching/tutoring strengths include Reading, Writing, Science and STEM. I look forward to working with you!