Award-Winning PRAXIS Tutors in Washington DC

...wanted to be a teacher. So I returned to that same university to earn my teaching degree! Being a teacher has allowed me to do two of the things that I love: reading and writing. I believe that everyone should be given the tools that will help them to succeed in the world; and the ability to read critically and write effectively are some of the strongest ones. My teaching experiences in 6th, 5th, and...

...I am a speech language pathologist working primarily with adults and geriatric populations in rehabilitation and outpatient hospital settings. I have experience tutoring peers and undergraduate students in various speech/language, swallowing and voice classes. In my experience, graduate school is difficult enough and the pressure to pass the Speech Language Pathology PRAXIS exam is the final step in a 5/6 year academic marathon is greater. As a student, going through years of rigorous coursework spanning...

Proud Kansan. Eclectic educator. Superfan of all things social studies. University of Minnesota alumnus, with degrees in Global Studies, History, and Political Science. Currently in pursuit of a M.S.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Kansas. Over a decade of experience in social studies education presently teaching 7th Grade Ancient World Civilizations in Washington, D.C.

...My heart finds true joy in helping students reach their goals and making their dreams into realities. All students have the capacity to learn. Currently, I teach fourth grade Reading and Writing. I have been an educator for 22 years. I earned my MAT from Trinity University, in Washington, DC. I have Master of Arts Degree in Administrative Management from Bowie State University in Bowie, MD. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business...

As a secondary teacher in English, it is my goal to continue to use my passion as a tutor. I have developed a number of key skills and qualities which I will use to provide support for the student. I look forward to use my experience to help my student excel in their area of need.

...of the proverbial elementary spectrum. In fourth grade, I taught 9-and-10-year-olds science and math and as a kindergarten teacher I focused mostly on teaching children to read and basic mathematics. These very different experiences have provided me with a deeper, more meaningful understanding of what students need to be successful both academically and socially at different developmental stages. Finally, I love to learn and I love to teach! I hope that I will have the...

...BS in Elementary Education. I believe that every student should have an equal opportunity education. They should walk into a learning environment and feel that they are welcomed and wanted. Lesson plans and methods should be tailored to the students that they are, not the students that they should be. Through my work with students, I hope to give everyone a strong support system and positive role model. Since graduating from UMD, I have been...

...Computer Science. I've had a very diverse academic experience, and I'm passionate about teaching any one of these subjects. My favorite thing to teach is writing and literature. I love getting people excited about something they're reading and I really enjoy working with them to strengthen their creative voice. I also enjoy teaching Computer Science, especially at the earlier stages of learning how to code. It's a lot of fun to see students get excited...

...12. Since then I've worked with students as a tutor, a library volunteer, and a camp director/counselor. Currently I am a Elementary and Middle School Reading Specialist for a Charter School. I have an undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master's Degree in Literacy Curriculum and Instruction. I have a strong dedication to student success, and I am especially dedicated to working with students in urban areas. If there is anything that my...

...for university students. I am bilingual English and Spanish and have taught primary school children in Cusco, Peru and have served as a college tutor in College Algebra, Western Civilizations, and Spanish. I also have experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, working with children on the autism spectrum. I hold a Master of Arts degree in International Relations and a Bachelor of Arts degree as a triple major in Anthropology, International Relations, and Asian Studies.

...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 I myself was initially very afraid to learn a foreign language. I had a speech impediment as a child and...

Hi! My name is Cara and I am a tenured first grade team leader, with my bachelor's degree in special education and my master's degree in educational technology. I also have my certification in elementary education. I am looking for tutoring opportunities to help your child excel in school!

...schools for thirteen years, including schools in Los Angeles, and New York City. In the her last three years in DC, she was rated "Highly Effective" based on instructional observations and student academic growth. Jessica also taught and volunteered for many years in the Dominican Republic and speaks Spanish. Jessica has taught K-5th grade (all elementary subjects), with an emphasis on literacy instruction. Most recently, Jessica was a literacy coach for teachers in grades K-5...

...phonics, reading comprehension, English Literature and Composition, and math through Algebra 1. I love tutoring elementary or middle school math because I love filling in the gaps of knowledge and correcting the misconceptions that students have developed. Sometimes I find students have memorized a rule for solving a problem, but they don't know why the rule works and they don't know how to actually do the math to understand the problem. I use a concrete...

...Biopsychology, Cognition and Neuroscience in the honors program. While in college, I tutored middle school students in all subjects through a volunteer program called Peace Neighborhood. I also tutored high school students for the math section of the SAT one summer through Let's Get Ready! Therefore, I have tutoring experience with multiple subjects and age groups! This summer, I am available in the NY area for tutoring. This fall, I will be starting my JD...

Hello! I am glad to meet you! I have been an educator for 20 years, teaching children and adults. I love teaching and helping students through their educational challenges because I believe every student has the capacity to learn and excel beyond their dreams; I believe it takes special tutors and I am proud to work with Varsity!

...courses of college-level mathematics. In graduate school at UNC Chapel Hill and in my professional work, I have found a niche as an editor for written and data-heavy projects, which is a role I thoroughly enjoy. My favorite students to work with are the ones who are interested in learning the material, but need some extra time outside of class to wrap their head around concepts, or just need a different take on the subject...

...able to successfully find the answers to the questions they have. Thus, creating a direct and continuous pathway to knowledge. Instruction as the sole method of educating a student only teaches content and subject knowledge. Where as mentoring both educates and empowers the student. Mentoring is an important aspect of my educational philosophy. For my undergraduate education, I graduated from George Mason University with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology. In addition, at GMU...

It is my goal to help students achieve their utmost potential by setting high goals and holding them accountable. I am committed to the success of all students and believe a collective pursuit of knowledge will improve our overall quality of life.

...learning experiences. Throughout high school and college, I struggled to find my place within academic systems. After graduating from the College of William and Mary, I pursued research science opportunities in Antarctica and on tall ships in the South Pacific. These experiences came with an element of public outreach and science communication, which in turn led me into the world of experiential education. I spent 5 years teaching students out of doors - from marine...