Award-Winning Psychology Tutors serving Richmond, VA

I am a sociology Master's Candidate focusing on education, public policy, and authority. My own education is a balance of theory and research as my secondary focuses have been philosophy and statistics. This balance extends to my teaching style of combining analytic and practical knowledge to help develop critical minds.

...own background is quite diverse I earned a B.A. in Philosophy and Math, a B.Sc. in Biology and a Ph.D in Biology. I worked as a Fisheries Biologist and, for many years, as a Senior Statistician. I've also written a novel and a lot of poetry! I have tutored or coached people from ages 11 to 60. I particularly enjoy tutoring middle school and high school Math, Statistics, Biology, English Grammar and Composition. I'm also...

...and achieve academic success. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Capella University and am currently pursuing a Master's degree in School Counseling, further expanding my ability to support students both academically and emotionally. I specialize in tutoring all elementary education content areas, with a particular love for math and science. I take pride in making these subjects accessible and engaging, fostering a learning environment where students feel supported and empowered. Additionally, I have...

...have extensive experience tutoring and volunteering with kids, especially those in elementary and middle school, both here and in India. I also have experience tutoring adult English Language Learners. I consider myself to be strongest in English (literature, critical reading and writing, grammar/spelling), K-12 Mathematics, History, Spanish, and Psychology. I am also comfortable supporting in college-level essay writing and standardized test preparation including SAT, ACT, GRE, several AP Examinations, and MCAT. I consider myself to...

I am a Neuroscience major but tutor in many different subjects. Science is where my heart is at though :) Lets get that A+!

...the passion for teaching alive in my heart, and seeing students go on to succeed where they once struggled is amazing. My education and degree are in Special Education and Psychology, and my career has been spent building individualized program plans and objectives for students that meet their needs and are built on their strengths and interests. I believe that every student can learn given appropriate, high -interest teaching methods and materials delivered by a...

I am currently a senior at Virginia Commonwealth University majoring in Psychology and minoring in Sociology. I enjoy meeting new people and helping them out. I have tutored students in Math, Reading, and English. I love working a problem out with a student and seeing the lightbulb go off in their eyes.

...as geometry, algebra 1, pre- algebra, algebra 2, social studies, biology, and writing/reading for about 4 years. During junior year of high school, I tutored fellow classmates in test prep (SAT/ACT) for 2 years. I also have experience teaching piano for about 1.5 years. I participated in the Math, Science, and English honors society to help high school students in higher level education as well. I am so excited to work with all students. :)

...future career path focuses on teaching at the high school level, I have a preference for tutoring math (especially algebra through calculus) and history, along with writing and my current subject of philosophy. Besides my career motivations, I find that I stand out the most as a tutor in these areas because of my capability in clearly presenting complex material and my ability to grasp the diverse perspectives of my students. This ability to clarify...

...diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD young and was told I would never thrive in school. Now I try to help others push through those voices of doubt. My areas of study are psychology, sociology, history, and English. Outside of work and learning, I hang out in Richmond, Virginia with my wife, two cats, and our disastrous bouncing pit-bull. We all hang outside, swim in the river, and find biscuits to hide in.

...(as I am a certified ESL instructor); and private clients in the DC region in SAT/ACT prep for the last 7 years. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, and Test Prep. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests is the most rewarding area for me to tutor because they can see and achieve their goals in a shorter and more definitive way. I...

...University and my Masters in Business Administration from Averett University. I have held a variety of roles in the Learning and Development space for over 25 years and have 11 years of experience as a college instructor. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about sharing skills supporting student success, math, and writing. In my spare time I am a writer, a runner, and a fanatical dog mom.

...at Virginia Commonwealth University, and I'm about to graduate with my Bachelors in Psychology. I have experience teaching grades K-12 as a substitute teacher, and college level tutoring experience in a variety of subjects, but especially Psychology, English and Statistics. I work to foster a space of curiosity that plants the seeds of a lifelong passion for learning that will benefit students in class and long after they succeed in their academic pursuits.

...Upon graduation I joined Teach For America and taught middle school English Language Arts for two years. Since then I have continued my love for education by working within the school system and tutoring. I understand the importance of literacy. I have dedicated years to teaching and tutoring students in a way that shows learning can be fun. Seeing students light up after understanding a concept is one of the most rewarding moments in this...

I'm an accomplished professional in higher education with a generous history of improving student learning and academic success. With my deep understanding of educational trends and ability to thoroughly evaluate academic strengths, weaknesses, and needs, I am able to create a coaching relationship that allows students to develop a toolkit of strategies that support them to reach their boundless individual potential!

...be my charge to provide a safe space in which adolescents might intellectually explore. At the end of the day, I want students to leave my classroom a little better prepared to call upon their capacity to think, a little better prepared to call upon their capacity to feel, and a little better prepared to help others do the same. Although acting with integrity is a non-negotiable in my classroom, I reject the notion that...

...as a current applicant to medical school for the Fall 2018, I am also proficient in many levels of Mathematics up to Calculus 1 and used to be a Teacher's Assistant for College Algebra as well as an Academic Tutor at my university's Campus Learning Center for 3 semesters each. I am passionate about helping students achieve their full learning potential and hope to be able to assist your needs or your child's needs along...

...with a Japanese background, or language knowledge, although recommended.) Aside from Japanese, I also helped out my classmates through the Peer Tutoring program at my school in Biology, Psychology and SAT prep, as I was deeply interested in those subjects, and previous teaching experience helped enormously. Now in college, I am the president of 2 very different student organization on campus. One of those, Japanese Student Association (which is not limited to those who are...

...and Studio Art at University of Virginia. I am patient, flexible, and love working with students in different subjects, but especially math. I prefer to cater the way I teach a student based on how they learn, whether it be by visuals, repetition, etc. I create methods that are out of the box if a student struggles with the way she/he are learning in school since school tends to teach in a uniform method rather...

...my Ph.D in Psychology from the University of Minnesota this Spring (2018). I have an extensive academic track with a variety of advanced liberal arts and science courses. I have been tutoring throughout my undergraduate, masters, and doctorate degrees, and thoroughly enjoy meeting students where they are at academically, utilizing their innate strengths, and co-creating a plan to improve academic goals and achievements. I truly look forward to meeting you and working together.