Award-Winning Philosophy Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...years of tutoring experience and almost 4 years of software experience at Google, I believe that I am uniquely positioned to equip students and adults with the knowledge of computers and math. Learning math and computers has always been a joy for me, and sharing that joy with those who find it challenging or miserable inspires me to work hard for my students. I make tutoring sessions personal by engaging with students and finding out...

...as the grades become better through deliberate designated study sessions. Online tutoring has also been fun through developing bonds with my students. I received my Bachelors of Arts from West Chester University in the School of Liberal Arts in West Chester, Pennsylvania and a Masters of Science from the School of Business at South University, Savannah, Georgia. I like tutoring English, Social Studies, Biology, Zoology, Science, Executive Functioning. I also can work with students on...

...at Xavier University of Louisiana. I have been promoted to instruct small lectures in the resource center, covering topics from analyzing text and grammar to writing personal statements and much more. I am a senior majoring in philosophy on the pre-med track with a minor in chemistry. I am a tutor who encourages students to make mistakes and helps them understand that wrong answers are a part of the learning experience. They are not setbacks...

...completing my Bachelor's degree in Linguistics. In high school, I tutored my fellow students in French, and I was the president of JCL (Junior Classical League) also known as Latin Club. As president, I created effective and informative games which covered materials from Latin 1 through AP Latin 4. For example, I made a children's book of the Aeneid, which helps students remember important events and dates through visuals and poetry. Since I've grown up...

...As is tradition in many law classrooms, the professor randomly called on students to analyze complex, obscure cases. That day, I was called on. Unprepared and caught off guard, I froze. In front of fifty of my peers, all I could manage was a hesitant, "I don't know." That moment stayed with me, and it has shaped my entire approach to teaching. My goal is to make sure you never feel that kind of panic...

...Religious Conflict, I have a love for all things reading, writing, and the humanities. I believe that all students are capable of writing pieces of work that they are proud of, that reflect their voice and ideas, and that make a difference in their spheres of influence and throughout the world. I have worked with students from Pre-K to college, and love that each age group has different strengths, goals, worries, and questions to bring...

...with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. I center my teaching philosophy around confidence-building rooted in deep conceptual understanding. I enjoy tutoring a wide variety of subjects and grades, but I particularly enjoy getting to teach and develop the close-reading skills of my students. Close-reading, critical analysis, and clear writing are the foundations for any ELA, history, or social science class. Those are also some of the hardest skills to learn in a classroom setting....

Hello! My name is Geoff. I'm an aspiring professor in Linguistic Anthropology, currently studying for my MA in Anthropology. I am incredibly passionate about academia, and would love to be a part of your journey to academic success.

...and trade journals. Let's work together to make you a great writer! As a board-certified (American Society for Transportation & Logistics) professional, I can help you excel in course work related to that field. Over the last 25 years, I've also founded businesses, worked as an executive in major corporations, and managed a manufacturing firm as the CEO. Let's talk business! Learning can be fun - and incredibly rewardingI'd like to be part of you...

...and explore where and why they think they are struggling. During my time in the US Army Nurse Corps, I precepted student nurses during their clinical rotations and continued to do this as a civilian working at Arkansas Children's Hospital. I attended Temple University for 3 years to study athletic training prior to the decision to change my major to Nursing. I attended nursing school at Salisbury University and graduated with my Bachelor of Science...

I'm a senior Computer Engineering major at George Mason University. I have experience tutoring math and computer science. Additionally, I've volunteered to tutor ESOL on my own time. I have a lot of experience with kids and have taught swim lessons as well as Sunday school classes in my free time.

...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. I enjoy making learning accessible and empowering students to reach their full potential. Tutoring allows me to share my love of learning, and I find great fulfillment in helping students grow...

...up in the DC-NOVA area and I am a recent graduate of the College of Charleston in South Carolina. There I pursued a double major in economics and philosophy, as well as a minor in environmental studies. As a student-tutor I enjoyed helping student grapple with difficult concepts and enjoyed watching them succeed. While I have a broad interest in economics and statistics, I particularly enjoy macro-economics and monetary theory. I hope to one day...

...is Ellis McKennie and I am excited for the opportunity to be a tutor with Varsity Tutors! I am a former college football player at the University of Maryland. I recently graduated from law school and live in Washington, DC where I work as an attorney for a big law firm. I am excited to have the opportunity to tutor students in areas where I have had a great deal of experience and I look...

...students in proofreading, editing, and brainstorming their work. I encountered almost every subject from History to Chemistry and used my background knowledge to help make their paper into a more actualized version of what it could be. I am passionate about tutoring students since through education one can both gain a better avenue to success and gain a broader, more cohesive view of the world. I tutor Writing, Literature, History, Geography, and Philosophy, though I...

I am currently a Graduate student studying English and the Humanities. In my undergraduate, I studied both English and Philosophy with a focus in Performance and Media Studies, which is essentially video production and editing. I love writing music and finding new hobbies in my spare time.

...to meet you. I'm a recent Princeton grad who just finished a year teaching abroad in the Czech Republic, and now I'm back home in Maryland spending some time with the family. I've been a private tutor along with my studies the past four years in SAT prep, statistics, reading, writing, and math, and I have to say, there's no job more satisfying. It's awesome meeting new people and working together to get over academic...

...is Eric. I am a professional tutor with a college degree minor in math and a sum total of fifteen years experience in tutoring secondary and college math. I have expertise in tutoring secondary/college math and college admissions tests. I love to tutor math and see students gain the math knowledge necessary to succeed in their math courses. I put emphasis on mathematical theory and in tutoring I exhibit precision, clarity, and most of all...

...repetition. Looking forward to hearing from students eager to learn. I love helping others succeed in mathematics. Hobbies and interests outside of academics include Magic the gathering at the professional level, yugi-oh duel links, My little pony fandom as well as volunteer security for Bronycon (2015, 16, and 17 so far) Nearing completion of a masters degree in applied mathematics. Some Weekends available upon request.... Repetition. Instruct via examples, and then ask leading questions to guide...

I am a flexible tutor whose goal is to foster independence in my students, catering to their strengths and helping them create individualized ways to solve problems. I have a Bachelor's in Religious Studies and Philosophy, a Master's in 20th Century U.S. History, and completed a year of a Cultural Studies PhD program. I am able to tutor across a wide swath of Humanities and Social Science subjects, as well as GRE verbal and writing.