Award-Winning Philosophy Tutors serving Maryland

...decades. Whether it's GRE test prep, French, math or economics, my approach to tutoring is to find what strategies work best for the student and work on methods for students to be able to make progress both in and out of tutoring sessions. My favorite part of tutoring is seeing students improve and build confidence in areas they used to be nervous about or dislike. One of the reasons I enjoy tutoring French is that...

...needs of the student. I think it is difficult, nearing impossible to learn in an uncomfortable or unwelcoming environment. I would like to help students feel comfortable, heard, able to ask questions and free to make mistakes in the process. I want to reinforce the message that not naturally knowing or understanding something is not a deficiency! It is simply an area in which one can make greater improvements, especially with the help of a...

Hi! I'm Cara. I received my PhD in philosophy from Johns Hopkins University. I have taught my own courses in ancient Greek philosophy, epistemology, logic, ethics, and more. I have been a teaching assistant for bioethics and more. I am well versed in writing at the college level.

Software Engineer at Netflix. Previously at Uber, Amazon and Google. BSc Computer Science, Johns Hopkins University. Skilled extensively in Data Structures, Java, Go, JavaScript, Python, C/C++, LeetCode Prep and Computer Science.

...history, and an array of other areas. In my undergraduate studies, I pursued English literature. My interests and diverse and my teaching style is dynamic, flexible, and fun. I try to encourage students to draw their own conclusions and their own approaches to the material, and help them develop not just proficiency but an actual interest in the material itself. In addition to academic things, I am a musician, writer and visual artist.

...school setting. It has truly been a joy and privilege to work with middle and high school students, especially when a particularly difficult concept was finally understood. I have a strong passion for math and science, as well as the tenacious desire to help the light bulb "turn on" for my students. I have a tremendous amount of enthusiasm for these subjects, and nothing fills me with greater joy than seeing students develop an appreciation...

...I have helped thousands of students to master economics, statistics, mathematics, econometrics, research, and other areas like decision sciences and biology. I am open to teaching middle school, high school, college, or university-level students. I would love to work with students at the university level with their capstone or final projects in whichever area in the social sciences. I have a special calling for students doing final-year monetary economics, finance, or econometrics projects.

...Graduate program where I also received a Certification in Digital Curation. I received my undergraduate degrees from Elmhurst College in Chicago, IL where I double majored in History and Philosophy, while minoring in English Writing. I also spent a semester at the Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at Kebel College, Oxford University. I have been tutoring students for over a decade, from trombone lessons in high school, to my college writing center, to my...

...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 their motivations and desires, and fun by empathizing with their frustrations...

...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 forward to meeting you!

...in education and my professional work in public policy. With a BA in political science, MA in international affairs, and current MPH 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...

Philosophy, the practice of excellent question-asking, is my passion and teaching is my practice. I view teaching as the application of methodological question-asking on a particular subject matter. With consistent practice and a genuine love of learning, I can guide you to the right tools and resources to master the subject-knowledge you need.

...Political Science. I have a professional background in math, statistics, and computer programming, but also have experience with writing and an array of standardized tests. I've done well on the SAT, LSAT, and AP exams, but it hasn't always come easy. I understand what it's like to have to work hard to achieve your goals, and I'm excited to help students do just that. I'm looking forward to working with you to find tips and...

A Health Care professional with MSc Healthcare Administration, PhD, MPH, and 15 years' practice as lecturer of research methods, epidemiology, communicable diseases, and reviewer of health research protocols, a public health trainer, former RN-midwifery practitioner, and Nurse-Midwife Clinical Instructor. Self-motivated, team player driven by top performance, success of students, teaching, and life-long learning.

I am as enthusiastic as ever about helping students learn. I have lots of experience with standardized tests from SAT to ACT to AP, and along the way have picked up effective test-taking strategies. Making subjects like math, science, logic, and reading approachable and interesting is my passion. In 2020, I graduated from Smith College with a B.A. in Neuroscience. While there, I participated in STEM outreach and was a logic TA for two years.

I just passed the 2022 D.C. Bar Exam and would love the opportunity to help you pass as well. I know how stressful this exam can be, but rest assured with the proper foundation and right the mindset you can ace the bar exam! Beyond tutoring for the bar exam, I am also comfortable tutoring Evidence, Trusts & Estates, Corporations, Contracts, Civil Procedure, Antitrust Law, Administrative Law, Employment Law, and Labor Law.

...failure of many of the elementary and middle schools my students are coming from, many students are "A/B Honor Roll" whom have developed poor habits that will be conducive to academic failure at the next level. It's important to let them try it their way or "the way that has always worked" so they understand the level they need to rise too for success in college. I know this because my graduates come back and...

...a kid, I address any anxieties and insecurities with the utmost compassion and understanding and work with the student to overcome them. I am also available for college guidance counseling, college interview coaching, and Common Application essay editing based on experience working in the admissions office of one of the top small liberal arts schools in the country. Hobbies include: reading, spending time with friends, travel, watching sports, theater/music, and playing video games.... My pedagogical philosophy...

...currently teach classes at American University on justice, law, and criminology. I have a vast knowledge of political science ranging from the philosophy of politics to state and local government. I spent the summer of 2012 in various countries in Europe studying the European Union which was an invaluable immersion experience. Because of my research interests, I have vast knowledge of the judicial and legal system to supplement my political knowledge and I have presented...

...with Minors in Spanish and Sociology from DePauw University in Indiana. I've taught K-12 and college classes, including at Bard College. In my free time, I like to garden -my apartment is filled with plants. I'm also learning how to throw pottery on a wheel and have made a few small bowls. Finally, I love spending time with my partner Blaine and our Great Dane named Norah. I look forward to getting to know you...