Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...Hill, which means I have extensive experience instructing writing and literature to students at many different stages of their college education. With a background in college-level instruction, I have a firm understanding of what instructors expect from college students’ writing and high school students transitioning to college-level work. My familiarity with the challenges that students face informs my approach to supporting students struggling with any and all aspects of the writing process, including time management,...

...to the students I work with. I am a great communicator and listener and have the ability to understand and recognize a students needs. I love creating lesson plans, organizing work flow and interacting with all of the students. I am versed at differentiated instruction and utilize it in each lesson to ensure that all students have the ability to demonstrate their learning at their highest potential. Education is a passion of mine and creating...

...politics is not my passion, I have very diverse set of interests. Storytelling, big data, programming, sports, art, music and social media are all things I can get excited about. I have always enjoyed helping others on their studies and have been tutoring for the past year or so. I have worked mainly with elementary level students on reading and math; however, I am also comfortable tutoring middle and high school level English and Mathematics....

...Literacy, Humanities and Social Studies/History at the Middle School/Secondary Level. Some of my strengths are getting to 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...

...recently passed both Praxis II assessments in order to qualify for teaching certification in Maryland and many other states. My goal is to become a full-time English teacher in either a middle school or high school located in the District of Columbia. I enjoy working one on one with students because I believe it offers a unique opportunity to inspire each student to succeed and rise to his or her academic potential. Sometimes students can...

My name is Shreya and I'm a junior at Duke University! I am a neuroscience major on the pre-medicine track and have a lot of experience in Biology, Math, Chemistry, Psychology, and Spanish! I believe in multi-modal learning and strive to tutor students through reading, conversation, visuals, and understanding concepts through tackling the fundamentals first.

I am a recent college graduate from American University with a passion for teaching reading, writing, and social studies/sciences! I believe experiential learning is most beneficial for students and will try to give my students enough examples about how material might be applied in the real world in my teachings.

...1993 from St. Joseph High School in Metuchen. St. Joseph's most famous graduate is Jim McGreevey, the former governor. Singer and musician Jon Bon Jovi also attended St. Joseph H. S. although he was not a graduate. Shortly after receiving my diploma I entered Rutgers University, though I would never graduate. In December of 2011 I enrolled at ITT Technical Institute. I started tutoring at there in the fall of 2013. ITT Tech is also...

...in cellular and molecular medicine. I had the opportunity to be part of a unique PhD program in which I studied at the University of Arizona, but did my research at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. My tutoring experience is broad and I have experience tutoring children as young as 8 and adults as old as 40. I have tutored multiple subjects but my favorites include science, reading, and writing. I have...

...With over six years of experience in teaching and a comprehensive understanding of various cloud platforms, I have successfully guided many students toward mastering complex IT concepts and technologies. For the past two years, I have been an adjunct faculty instructor at Prince George's Community College, where I have taught cloud computing bootcamps and a range of IT subjects. My courses cover critical areas such as cloud services, multicloud networking, and data center architectures. My...

...right strategies, I not only improved but also developed a liking for the subject. This experience shapes my belief that every student can succeed when teaching is tailored to their needs, and I am dedicated to finding those personalized approaches to help students thrive. As a tutor with experience in math at all levels, from algebra to calculus, I specialize in breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps that build understanding and confidence. I am...

...an ESL/English teacher in both Incheon, South Korea, and Shanghai, China, where I taught students from ages 3 to 18, and also provided training to the new teachers. One of my favorite courses was the intensive writing course, where students learned about the writing process, from brainstorming and drafting, through revision, and then finally creating a final copy. The class did an excellent job and created both a class newspaper and a magazine of creative...

...a minor in Criminal Justice. When tutoring, I create study methods to implement structure and organization. I have my State of Maryland Communication Certification and State of Maryland Child Development I, II, & III Certification. I earned this while constructing educational content to teach weekly themes and guiding behavior to optimize productivity and well-being. I volunteered at a library and received a 25-hour certificate, aiding children as they participated in activities, such as Escape Rooms,...

...believe in lifelong learning. My work with Varsity Tutors has been focused on creative writing, phonics, adult literacy, and English language learning. My approach starts with learning the interests and skills of the students to ensure I develop engaging lessons designed to meet student goals. I am certified to teach English as a foreign language. My experience includes working with adults just starting to learn English, adults with considerable knowledge and experience, and advanced learners....

...worked at a Kumon tutoring center, where I developed skills in guiding students through challenging concepts, fostering independent learning, and building their confidence. I specialize in history and politics, subjects that I believe are essential for understanding the world around us. My approach to tutoring is not just about memorizing facts but about making connections, developing critical thinking skills, and engaging with material in a way that feels relevant and meaningful. Whether you're preparing for...

My motivation for teaching and tutoring is to help each individual child reach their own maximum potential. I worked as a teacher for seven years and have recently started my doctoral program in Special Education at George Washington University.

...you a variety of strategies to help you to be successful in school! I earned my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Mount St. Mary's University and my Master's Degree in Educational Technology Leadership from George Washington University. These strong education programs have helped me grow into the teacher that I am today! While I love teaching, I also spend my time exercising, playing golf, watching my 49ers during football season and spending time with...

During my undergraduate studies I managed an after school mentoring and tutoring program serving 200 at-risk Chicago Public School students in West Humboldt Park, Chicago. Upon graduation, I served as an elementary and middle school teacher through the Teach For America program in Washington, D.C. I completed my graduate degree in Elementary Education at George Mason University and am currently working in corporate philanthropy for a large Bethesda based corporation.

...life in education can bring, and those experiences shaped me before I even taught my first lesson. At the heart of my educational philosophy is an idea often quoted to me by my father: Education hasn't changed since Socrates. It's about relationships. I approach every day of instruction with this in mind. Only through cultivating these relationships and understanding our students can we truly impact their lives. Without these bonds, meaningful learning simply isn't possible....

I believe that students ages 0-100 have the ability to be life-long learners. Learning is forever!