Award-Winning Pre-Calculus Tutors serving Richmond, VA

...Virginia. I am currently applying to the M.Ed. program at the University of Virginia, planning to become a certified public school science teacher. I also tutor SAT, IELTS, TOEFL, Life Sciences, Biology and Math. I do not necessarily have a favorite subject to tutor. All subjects are equally interesting and challenging. As a tutor, patience is key; I would say my favorite part of tutoring is being able to explain a concept in many different...

...a laboratory setting have provided me with the knowledge and skills necessary to be a great tutor. For the past three years, I have worked for a petroleum company where I am able to utilize the knowledge obtained during my undergraduate years. My goal is to help others succeed by providing students with the skills and knowledge that I used to get me where I am today. My tutoring methods have proven to be very...

...in Mathematics from Purdue University and have worked as an Actuary for 25 years. Many students feel like they're bad at math, when they're really just missing one or two key concepts. I enjoy one-on-one tutoring because I can talk to a student, identify issues, and help in understanding the concepts and ideas. We'll draw pictures and graphs to illustrate, and explain it all in language the student can understand. Hearing a student say "Is...

...a direct result of good teaching, hard work and dedication. I hope to pass on some of the insights that I have gained through my education and work experience. I am patient, friendly and approachable. I can break down complex problems and explain them in layman's terms. I have been tutoring part time for 6 years now and enjoy it very much. Currently I am working towards a masters degree in electrical and computer engineering....

...return to school to further my education. While in college, I worked as a Supplemental Instruction leader, teaching general biology and anatomy. I have also worked in an after school program with elementary age children, but I have my fondest memories volunteering as a counselor for Camp Kesem. In my own experience, I loved school and now I love teaching even more at all age levels! I especially enjoy the challenge of getting creative to...

An educator for 17 years after working in commercial enterprises for 20 years. I love the outdoors, skiing, hiking and such; climbed Denali in 2008. Love Ragnar Running. Knowledge gain is a passion of mine.

...I believe that every student has the potential to achieve academic success, but sometimes they just need a little extra guidance and support. I strive to create a positive and engaging learning environment, where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring new concepts. My approach is personalized to each individual student, and I work closely with them to identify their strengths and weaknesses, so we can target areas that need improvement. My ultimate aim is...

...first year of college, I have complete Calculus I and an Intro to Statistics course. I am currently taking Calculus II and Discrete Mathematics. I have taken an education course and have participated in an internship in a sixth-grade classroom. During my internship, I helped teach the subject math. I also participated in a two year peer mentoring program. In this program, I built one-on-one relationships with students K-6. I have a passion for math,...

...concentration in pre-health studies. I will use my degree to apply to dental school in the near future. I worked as a tutor in the Academic Skills Center at the University of Richmond. I tutored Science and Mathematics to students, working directly with professors to ensure the consistency of the tutored material. I tutor a broad range of mathematics and science courses. However, I am most passionate about Biology. I believe that every student interested...

...Chemistry. Currently, I attend the University of Richmond, where I am working to become a licensed teacher. Over the past 6 years I have had the pleasure of working with students as young as 2nd grade, all the way up to the college level. I prefer the sciences (biology, chemistry, Earth science) and math (elementary to algebra II). When tutoring, I encourage my students arrive at the solution by continuously asking questions, rather than directly...

...minor in International Social Justice. Since high school, I have tutored students of all levels in Japanese, reading, and essay writing. During the pandemic, I worked for a private school teaching core subjects and specialized interest topics to students with Autism. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Environmental Science, Japanese, and Math. In my experience, students have more retention in a subject and more fun when learning in...

...around making lessons engaging, encouraging, and tailored to each student's unique needs. I believe in providing positive feedback to keep students motivated and focused, while reinforcing the importance of perseverance in achieving academic improvement. By creating a supportive learning environment, I help students build their confidence and academic skills in a way that makes learning enjoyable and rewarding. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I have a particular passion for science and mathematics. I...

...in computer science and biology. Early on in high school (Maggie L. Walker Governor's School graduate), I discovered a passion for helping others and I now have had hundreds of hours of tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects including chess, computer programming, math, and SAT prep. In addition to the subjects previously listed, I would also tutor Spanish and chemistry as they are subjects I am comfortable with. Outside of academics, I enjoy...

...focus was on using modern education theories to help adapt teaching practices to be more inclusive to a more diverse student base. Having put many of these practices in place in my teaching of physics classes at the University of California Davis, I received overwhelmingly positive feedback from students. From the summer of 2019 to the summer of 2020, I was an adjunct physics instructor for the Los Rios Community College District in Sacramento, CA....

Recent graduate from Virginia Tech with a Bachelors in Science. Currently taking classes to apply for graduate school in Engineering. I tutor in all math subjects from elementary math to advanced college courses such as multivariable calculus and differential equations. Having earned 800/800 in SAT math, 162/170 in GRE Quantitative, and 760/800 in SAT II for math, I am confident that I can help raise your exam scores and improve your overall test-taking abilities.... A strong...

...This career path has trained me to integrate math, science and the humanities together to form systems and programs to provide quality of life for all. I additionally have a passion for education, whether in creating educational programs or tutoring. My favorite subjects to tutor are math or science, however I am confident in most subjects at the High School Level including Latin. I work to stand in the shoes of the student to adopt...

...decent teachers who can effectively outline a subject in a lecture but who have trouble comprehending where their students might be confused, often because they are too removed from the way the students' brains work. The best teachers and tutors are those who not only can teach material clearly but who realize the points of confusion, which vary from student to student (and class to class). When I teach a subject, I prepare lessons, but...

...lasers. During my studies, I have been privileged to lecture at a university, guide students through hands-on labs, facilitate group work, and provide personalized, in-home tutoring. I've also taught virtual courses since the start of COVID-19. I am excited to teach students how to attack difficult problems with math, so that the student can be confident using math techniques on a variety of problems. Generally speaking, students usually find themselves suddenly more able to solve...

...levels of math, primary, secondary, and freshman/sophomore university level. I am also fluent with the mathematics which one may find on the ACT, SAT, GRE, ASVAB, CLEP test and most standardized test. My background in Engineering also gives me a level of confidence with computer science and general sciences such as physics and chemistry. I have over a year of study in each myself. Overall, I have had much success working with students in various...

...years of experience with teaching, I am exciting to continue tutoring here! I have tutored in school, daycare, and online settings, and I have experience with kids of all ages and learning styles. I have tutored multiple levels of math, english, latin, science, and arts. Being a student myself, I am familiar with standard subject testing, and I am happy to share my experience and advice. Tutoring is a great way to practice and apply...