Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Richmond, VA

I recently graduated with honors from the University of Virginia with a degree in English and computer science. I have a lot of experience in all types of writing (technical, academic, creative) and reading. I was a tutor for four years prior to going to college, where I tutored mostly high school and middle school math (specifically pre-algebra, Algebra I, and geometry), as well as reading comprehension for elementary school students. Given my background, my...

I am an experienced tutor of elementary school students in all subjects and composition and writing at the high school and college levels. I also have a PhD in history. As the mother of a child with dyslexia and ADHD I developed a special passion for teaching struggling readers. As someone who struggled with undiagnosed ADD for my entire childhood yet still went on to earn a PhD in history from the University of Notre...

...for the Institutional Review Board at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. My educational experience also extends to faith-based universities and parochial middle and high schools. My classroom teaching experience include Performing Arts, Religion, English Language Arts and ACT/SAT preparation. In addition to developing intervention programs, I have served as the coordinator for the Afterschool Education and Safety program(ASES). During this time, I created the Young Lady of Excellence Mentorship Program. Its' mission...

...am enthusiastic and dedicated to providing you with the best tutoring experience I can. I have many years of tutoring experience and am confident that together we can reach your goals. A little bit about me: I am a first year graduate student studying to become a Speech Language Pathologist. I graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2019. I majored in Speech Language Hearing Sciences and minoring in Neuroscience and Art. I specialize in...

I am a graduate of Berry College with a BA in Music and of the University of Phoenix with an MAED in Curriculum, Instruction, and ESL. I have taught/tutored students from age five years to pre-graduate level-primarily in English-to both native and non-native speakers. My music/theater background also equips me to assist with oral presentation and public speaking. Learning is a life-long process. Students' goals, interests, and strengths should be integral parts of his or...

Hello! I am Dr. Tiffany Graves and I have been a licensed educator for over 15 years. I have experience teaching K-6, working as a K-12 administrator with licensure in my state, as well as an undergraduate and graduate professor. I believe that learning takes everyday. I look forward to partnering with you in your learning journey to achieve your learning goals!

Originally from Manassas, I graduated from the University of Mary Washington, first with my bachelor's degree in English, and then with my master's in education. I have been teaching elementary school here in Richmond for three years now, and I hope to use my experience to help new students with Varsity Tutors. I have always been a voracious reader, but I am also interested in science, math, and especially history. I'm very comfortable with all...

I am a graduate of Mary Baldwin College. I have over 10 years experience working with students including teaching and counseling in a group home as well as working in a public school setting. After working with students with emotional disabilities in several group homes, I worked for 2 years as an Education Support Specialist and worked with struggling students of all ages. My passion for education and working with children led to my job...

AMAZE your friends, impress your enemies, and get into the college of your choice with a little help from a good tutor. Hi! I'm a 2014 graduate of Regent University's excellent Communications and English programs and excited to work with students developing skills and abilities they will need to successfully navigate college and the waters beyond it. Teaching has always been my passion, especially one on one, and together we can develop an game plan...

...In 2011, I was a National Crew Leader with the Student Conservation Association. I recently completed my M.A.Ed. in Gifted Education at the College of William & Mary. This fall, I will begin my Ph.D. in Art Education at Virginia Commonwealth University. I have experience providing individualized instruction in a variety of public, private, and nonprofit settings with students from grades 3 12, including the East Baton Rouge Parish Credit Recovery Program. I believe that...

I am passionate about education, reading, literacy development, and math. I enjoy motivating students to enjoy learning and participating in achieving academic success. All students can learn and it is an honor to help them become confident, independent learners prepared to reach academic goals. I look forward to making learning fun with you!... Learning should be fun, and I strive to include creative ways that students can learn and retain new material. I incorporate a song,...

...I have been a director of a Day Program for adults, also with multiple and significant health, mental, and physical challenges. Most recently, I have taught 4+ years of online Elem/middle school classes including reading, grammar, diction, and pronunciation, public speaking, writing book reports, math, science, geography, and history. During Sep-Nov. 2020-21, while classes were held two days in person and virtually the other 3 days, I assisted 2 neighborhood children with their studies at...

...become life-long learners, leaders and readers! Reading intervention is key to unlocking their comprehension skills. It is hard to comprehend what is being read if the reader is struggling with decoding the words being read. I have worked with many students, including those diagnosed with ADHD, to help provide the strategies and motivation to turn struggling readers into successful readers! I will incorporate your child's interests into my instruction so that they stay engaged and...

I am a graduate of the University of Maryland University College in Adelphi, Maryland. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English while moving and traveling around the world with my now retired military husband and our children. Since graduation, I have been tutoring children in China to provide an immersion ESL experiences. I also have been homeschooling my children for the past 14 years. While I facilitated and taught many of their subjects through...

...have a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from JMU and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Mary Baldwin College. I am certified to teach Pre-K through 6th grade. I have worked with children of all ages and I've tutored students in all of the core subjects, mostly focusing on math and reading. I've also taught preschool and tested preschool children. I've taught English to refugees from several nations, mostly adults, although children were...

Hello! My name is Evan, and I'm a new tutor here at Varsity Tutors. I'm a pretty friendly guy, and I like to understand the concepts behind topics rather than memorizing formulas, so if you want a deeper, more conceptual understanding, I should be able to help :) Physics is my favorite to tutor, but I love biotechnology and related topics, and can tutor a wide range of subjects. I am currently enrolled in VCU's...

...style that is adaptable and uniquely catered to each individual personality. I have found that humor and games are particularly effective in motivating students to achieve in subjects they may otherwise find dull or abstract. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about languages and literature. I have spent much of my life traveling abroad and have a deep affinity for culture. Some of my hobbies are painting and drawing...

...teacher or mentor is the most important asset in lighting a fire, becoming a guide who inspires wonder, imagination, and learning." Sally Clarkson I love learning and I love to inspire kids to get excited about learning! I have a degree in Psychology and I am certified to teach both English and English as a Second Language. I have been teaching for fourteen years. I taught middle school English, Reading, and Creative Writing in the...

I am a liscensed K-6 educator with a passion for creating a positive learning environment and encouraging a love of learning. As an experienced teacher, I know the importance of personalized instruction to meeting educational goals and look forward to working with you to meet those educational goals. I strive to make learning enjoyable and relevant, using a variety of resources and techniques to keep students motivated and engaged. I am eager to helping students...

Hello, I'm Mr. Basheer and I have over 18 years of teaching English as a foreign language and more. I'm a licensed substitute teacher, certified in TEFL, and I have my BBA/MBA in business management. And I'm continuing my DBA with the University of Wisconsin in Whitewater. As a professional I truly believe that teaching is one of the noblest profession all over the world. This is specifically why I've chosen education and a doctorate...