Award-Winning Pre-Calculus Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...every tutoring session. Whether it's math, physics, or engineering, I make tough subjects feel less intimidating and a lot more fun. My favorite part of tutoring is seeing that "aha!" moment when something confusing finally makes sense. Learning should feel like solving a puzzle, not just memorizing facts. When I'm not studying or building something, I enjoy mentoring student teams, exploring new tech, and finding creative ways to explain tough topics. Let's make learning something...

...student's face! In addition, I have taught courses in, and tutored, SAT Prep for 35 years. While I do tutor both the math and Reading & Writing sections, I do believe that students can be helped more in the math section. Therefore, I choose to work with students who want to improve their math score more, but may still want some help with the Reading and Writing. Yes, the SAT has changed throughout the years...

...their skills fresh while also keeping them actively engaged. I also encourage them to relax and reward them for good results. Some choose Starbucks frappuccinos, some choose pizza delivery, and one girl insisted I come shopping with her after the session and offer fashion tips, though thats usually not in the job description. The direction that my experience with each student takes is independently influenced by who they are, what they want, and how they...

I am a Senior at UMBC majoring in Mathematics with a minor in Statistics and Economics. I enjoy working with people of all ages and can relate to a wide range of individuals. I focus on breaking down complex problems and explaining them step-by-step so that every student can master mathematical concepts.

...seem to have the most fun prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams, as well as the science section of the ACT. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy SCUBA diving around the world, photographing and writing about my adventures in...

...concentration in Statistics. I have been tutoring children in mathematics for a very long time and enjoy being able to teach new and exciting concepts! While I am able to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about teaching PreAlgebra, Geometry, and Calculus. I believe that every student learns differently and I am able to find what individually works for them while helping them to achieve understanding of their material. Experience-wise, I...

Think you can't? I know you can. I have proven experience that motivated students can learn anything they want when provided with the right opportunity and handed the correct tools. Since 1996 I have had a long, successful history of helping struggling students improve their grades, confidence, and competency in math.

...our sessions can be as organized and rewarding as possible. I believe in making tests feel more like games than like exams, and to do this, I focus on testing strategy, which has proved successful for me during my SAT and graduate level exams. In addition to my background in test prep, english and math tutoring, I have also been a teacher of improv comedy at the Washington Improv Theater, and bring some of the...

...prepare in their personal study time. Generally, when students have difficulty with problems I prefer to have them work them for themselves and talk them through any stumbles they may have. I find this aids retention better than simply having them observe me doing the problems for them. I work with students at all levels be it the A student upset with the A- from a previous exam or the student struggling to understand the...

...work activities. As a part time job, I have tutored math for family, friends, high school students, and college students. With my work experience I can help show students the importance of math equations and principles. In addition, I understand that each student has a different way of learning, and that is why I am very patient and thorough in my teaching methods. My favorite part of tutoring is the rewarding feeling of helping someone...

Hello! I am currently a first-year medical student. I graduated from undergrad with dual degrees in Biology and Psychology with a 3.9 GPA and in my gap year prior to medical school, I was a Fulbright recipient. My area of expertise is naturally in the sciences, but if you are interested in conversational Cantonese/Mandarin then I would be able to help too!

...interns yearly for job proficiency, career guidance, and professional development. Furthermore, I have introduced new hires to engineering processes and procedures to provide a comprehensive and cross-functional understanding of projects. I have taught students while I was an undergraduate student ranging from middle school to undergraduate studies. I received my BS and MS degrees in Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. In addition, I also passed my Professional Engineering...

...University, where I studied political science. I have another bachelor's degree from Universit Sciences Politiques in France. I've spent my entire life surrounded by educators, and so I've been tutoring for the past 10 years. I'm especially familiar with the Montessori method (ex-Montessori student and the child of an elementary school teacher). During college, I took part in multiple education-related professional experiences. I interned for a political science education program and helped start a youth...

I am a recent Biology graduate from Kean University. I love children and I want to make learning fun for them. I have had high success rates with my tutoring clients whether formal or informal. I hope to be a positive force for students who may be struggling and help them see that they can learn anything and get a confidence boost. ... I believe in making learning fun. Each student must be treated as an...

...give students advising so they can navigate their way through their schooling career. My experience in tutoring comes from my participation in my high school's Math Honor Society, where I tutored students in subjects spanning from Algebra 1 to AP Calculus BC. I was also a part of the Science Honor Society, where I mainly tutored chemistry and physics. I'm a flexible and patient tutor that works around the student as I base my tutoring...

...satisfaction in watching him make progress over time. One of my favorite tutoring experiences was enabled through my Calculus class in high school - a group of my classmates and I taught Calculus concepts to 6th graders by conducting hands-on experiments, and they all caught on quickly. To me, helping others overcome academic obstacles and reach the "aha" moment is priceless. Although I have a wide range of subjects under my wing, I prefer Math...

...tests. I've done well on the SAT, LSAT, and AP exams, but it hasn't always come easy. I understand what it's like to have to work hard to achieve your goals, and I'm excited to help students do just that. I'm looking forward to working with you to find tips and tricks for thinking about even the most challenging exam questions, designed with your needs in mind to help you perform the best you can!

...a consistent SOL pass rate of over 90%. Beyond the classroom, I am dedicated to tutoring and providing individual support, often staying after school to ensure my students have the resources they need to succeed. My passion for teaching extends beyond mathematics; I also enjoy sharing my knowledge of Hindi and Sanskrit, and I am skilled in basic computer applications. I am excited about the opportunity to continue making a positive impact in students' lives...

...education and I now work in an Admission Office. I began volunteer tutoring younger students in high school and have loved it every since. Being a unique learner, I understand that everyone doesn't learn the same and my tutoring reflects that! I personalize my style to be accommodating for each individual student. Furthermore, trying to make all the exercises as fun and interesting as possible. (I know everyone doesn't love Math as much as me!)...

...school's tutor services. I have been a soccer coach for the last 4 years, and have since learned a lot of patience and creativity to stay engaging regardless of my audience. I can tutor math in a variety of subjects, including chemistry, physics, and statistics, and understand real-life application for difficult subjects. I always stay flexible with my learning style, and can teach units and subjects in a variety of different ways. I believe the...