Award-Winning Philosophy Tutors serving Rockville, MD

...students! My name is Jack, and I am a graduate of Loyola University Chicago with a B.A. in environmental policy, a B.S. in environmental science, as well as a minor in political science. I am interested in environmental issues, including climate change, and staying informed on US politics. I truly enjoy learning, and I'm qualified to tutor in a wide variety of subjects. I hope to impart my enthusiasm and experience so that you can...

...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...

...tutoring students for over a decade, from trombone lessons in high school, to my college writing center, to my current professional position in a local museum where I train and supervise approximately 20 volunteers and interns per year. I enjoy spending time with my cat in my spare time, as well as listening to audiobooks while cooking and baking, going on walks with my partner, yoga, genealogy, numismatics (coins), and obsessing over the most recent...

I am a driven freshman student at Virginia Commonwealth University pursuing a B.S. in Biochemistry with a minor in Philosophy at the Honors College under the pre-medicine track. I love to learn new concepts and teach them to other people in a fun and engaging way!

I have worked both part-time and full-time for independent schools for 8 years, and now, I am excited to develop my abilities on this platform! "Creative" and "knowledgeable" are adjectives used to describe me, and they are my defining strengths as a teacher. Over time, I have also honed the focus and organization that now define me as an educator. This effort made me driven, hardworking, and nurtured a sincere empathy for my students.

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.

...passionate about helping others succeed academically, drawing from my own experiences 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...

...as well. Do you learn a specific way? No problem! My background in nursing and psychology has prepared me to work with many different learning styles. Aside from tutoring, I am a Registered Nurse and work at the NIH as a Clinical Informaticist. I hold a Master of Science in Nursing Informatics from Walden University. I was the valedictorian of my high school graduating class. I graduated summa cum laude from Ivy Tech Community College...

...took an early retirement from public schools and began teaching college, including Penn State-Mont Alto, Montgomery College and Frederick Community College. The subjects I tutor include English, writing, literature, philosophy, anthropology, sociology and any hybrid English/social studies course that might be offered. I love teaching all of those courses. My teaching philosophy is basically that every student is a unique learner who brings different skills and challenges. Therefore, my first job as a tutor is...

I am a simple, easy-going person who loves learning, and I hope I can help students love learning too! I am meticulous about my work and I take pride in excellence.

I have been tutoring for over 12 years. I have worked with many different students in many different subjects. I've worked as a classroom teacher and instructional content creator, as well. My favorite part of tutoring is knowing that I am making a real difference for my students. I am looking forward to helping more students achieve their academic goals!

...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...

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.

...momenthas always been profoundly rewarding. As I progressed through my academic and professional career, I continued to tutor in various capacities. Whether it was assisting elementary students with basic math skills, guiding high schoolers through the intricacies of chemistry, or helping college students navigate the complexities of advanced calculus, I have embraced each opportunity to make a difference in someone's educational journey. One of my core beliefs is that every student has the ability to...

...U.S. Naval Academy graduate, with an MBA, and also a McGrawHill published author. In the last 10 years, I've written over 100 professional articles, and have been published in at least a dozen magazines 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...

...a philosophy and public policy graduate student at George Washington University. This program emphasizes not just philosophy but also political 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...

...am most passionate about philosophy- but then again, what ISN'T philosophy? I love to encourage students to use their intellect, independence, and self-advocation to challenge and question the world around them (making them philosophers too!) Outside of traditional education, I also love working with students to figure out how to make their education work for their learning style by utilizing organizational skills, different learning modes, or simply building the trust necessary to facilitate real learning....

...During my undergraduate education, I spent time working as a writer for my university's newspaper and helping edit others' works. I was also a teaching assistant for a physiology laboratory course, which was where I discovered my love for teaching. Learning shouldn't be a chore; it should be engaging and accessible. To that end, I am extremely prepared, patient, and understanding of the challenges that may come up during the learning process. Outside of academia,...

...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...

...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 my research at numerous conferences. I have taken seminars on classroom best practices at University of Houston in summer 2017. Additionally, I attended the first American Political Science Association teaching and learning symposium on classroom education in November 2018. This background in political science and law and...