Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

I am a graduate of Boston University with a Bachelor's degree in international relations, graduated summa cum laude with honors. I offer tutoring in a variety of subjects including writing, history, SAT and PSAT prep, selected AP exams, as well topics such as study and organizations skills, essay outlining and editing, and college applications.

I recently returned from Paris where I attended law school and worked in a large law firm. My work has involved extensive French translation, and I have tutored many people learning English as a second language. I also used to be a French tutor at the high school level. Currently, I work as an independent consultant in international development, which gives me a fairly open and flexible schedule.

The beauty of life is the ability to explore and conquer endless terrain of possibilities, simply by being willing to learn. my goal is to help students discover that joyous adventure of learning.

...Matson! I am a senior at Indiana University studying merchandising, and I am an aspiring special education teacher. I have a lot of experience working with young kids from teaching dance, field hockey, tutoring math and reading. I think asking questions is so important for learning growth and it is something I encourage my students to do. Additionally, I know that everyone learns differently, so communication is key to make sure I am teaching in...

...experience, I specialize in breaking down complex topics into simple, relatable lessons that stick. My approach is always personalized, engaging, and goal-oriented, ensuring that every student learns in a way that works best for them. What I Can Provide? - Tailored lessons designed just for you - Interactive and stress-free learning experience - Proven strategies to boost understanding, retention, and critical thinking I believe learning should be both empowering and enjoyable. By creating a supportive and...

...also have an AA in Persian Farsi from the Defense Language Institute. Throughout my life I have traveled extensively and have gained an appreciation for all things. I have most recently taught middle school students in science and math and adults in San Angelo, TX looking to improve their English, and new military personnel training in their future job field. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about the Persian-Farsi...

...(as a Forward) and loved every minute of it! Eventually becoming captain, I felt I missed rowing quite a bit. So, on my last year of studies, I decided to coach for the local high school's rowing club in Michigan, becoming the Head Novice Men's Coach working with first year rowers. With that said, my education at Michigan offered me a plethora of opportunities. The subjects I've preffered to tutor is english and reading as...

I am a hard working Registered Nurse and I'm looking to help others via tutoring in my spare time.

I am a graduate from Eastern Kentucky University with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education as well as Special Education. I received my Master's degree in Literacy from the University of the Cumberlands. I've taught 1st grade for 13 years where I've specialized in teaching hundreds of students how to read and master basic elementary math skills. I love to use manipulatives and games with my students to make learning fun and exciting.

...led me to get my TESOL certificate to teach ESL in South Korea for close to 2 years. I have also tutored ESL in college and after my time in South Korea. I have experience tutoring math and reading PARCC assessment prep for elementary and middle school. My bread and butter is phonics. I honed many of my public speaking skills as a past member of the local Japanese-English Toastmasters club, a conference speaker at...

I enjoy helping students learn to their fullest potential. Learning can be fun and not a chore. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education in Interdisciplinary Studies from Liberty University. I have worked with students on phonics/ reading and math. I work with grades K-8 in public and private schools.

...working one-to-one with them while helping them achieve success! During my career, I have built up my toolbox of special strategies and techniques for working with students. I am very experienced in working with struggling or below-grade level students in the area of reading and writing. I am Orton-Gillingham trained (including Wilson Reading System) and skilled in providing systematic and explicit phonic instruction. I specialize in working with students at the elementary level in the...

...the DC metro area and countries all over the world. Working with such a varied student population taught me that there is no singular right way to teach a student. Diversity in education inspires innovation, experimentation and growth. As a teacher in an urban setting for the past three years, I have continued to grow as an educator. I have spent the last two years teaching middle school in Ward 8 in Washington, DC. While...

...to be a student not only means to succeed in school but to become a lover of knowledge. This philosophy has guided me since I started tutoring freshman year in college. My strengths lie in reading, writing, and all things humanities. I have a genuine love for tutoring and the subjects I teach, and I aim to create an open, informative, and effective atmosphere with my students, one that can shape them into philosophers or...

I currently teach 5th grade ELA in a DC Public School. I have experience teaching kindergarten, third, fourth, and fifth grades. I have a passion for teaching and learning with my students. I graduated from the University of Georgia (go dawgs!) and then completed my masters degree at Johns Hopkins University.

...college students, international NGO professionals improving their written communication, and US military service-members prepping for career development exams. From those experiences, I have learned to communicate clearly and efficiently, helping students achieve understanding and confidence from our first session. I bring in the best support resources (including easy to understand videos, games, websites, and handouts) to support the individual learning styles and needs of the student. In my work with students who are focusing on...

...I have over 5 years working with children in general. I have over 3 years teaching ESL full-time. I am happy to help you or your children reach desired educational goals. I am currently preparing to become a certified Science teacher. I hope to be able to grow children's knowledge and to make an impact on their complete well-being in hopes of propelling them into highly successful and functioning adults that too will make a...

...During these two years, I completed my coursework for a master's degree in education while teaching in an under-resourced school in Dallas, Texas. There I taught the skills of effective writing, speaking, and listening to students in grades 6 through 8 in grammar, vocabulary, literature, and writing classes. I would like to continue helping students realize their full potential by tutoring them in what I am most passionate about--the art of the written and spoken...

...Tufts University. I intend to get my bachelor's degree in Political Science with a minor in Economics, before taking the Bar Exam and moving onto law school. I have been tutoring children for many years, initially working at Kumon before going on to create my own company where I tutor children of varying abilities in a plethora of subjects. I am incredibly passionate about education as a whole; especially the education of our youth, in...

...no foundation, which is the mentality where instructors meet students where they are and build from what the student knows. Whether it is due to class size, student confidence or even the general lack of understanding tutors can act as buffer in such situations that affect the student's' overall education. In tutoring, as for many other instructional based programing, such situations can arise, but the general difference is that the tutor can dissect the content...