Top Reading Tutors serving Alexandria
David: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
I am a recent graduate of Brandeis University where I double majored in Neuroscience and Health Policy. I am a veteran of the Montgomery County Public School system. I graduated from the International Baccalaureate Program at Richard Montgomery, and was an AP Scholar with distinction. I love working with people to help promote understanding, especially in the areas of math and science.... Teaching style should strongly depend on the student, else you risk either wasting time...
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Brandeis University - Bachelors, Double Major: Neuroscience and Health Policy
Ariel: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...Quality writing, speaking, and argument can only come with a full understanding of facts and context, and having that will distinguish my students over their peers. Tailoring the material to the student will be an important way for him or her to, not only, understand and retain the information, but also to apply it. There are many educational tools that are either not used in classrooms or are not suitable for groups, finding the right...
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
Massiel: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...to work following my undergraduate years to then attend law school and pursue public interest law. My little brother (7 years my junior) was my first tutoring buddy and assures even today that I get to help build a science fair project board every year. I was also a camp counselor for three summers caring for on average twenty children ages 5-10. Then I began professionally tutoring through my high school when I was sixteen...
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University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Human and Social Development, International Studies, and Philosophy
Parisa: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...Scholar, a merit-based full scholarship. I absolutely love to teach and have spent much of my time in college teaching in various settings. Before getting into my qualifications, though, I think it's important to note one thing about my teaching style. I was never someone who simply "got" things in class. I often struggled to understand relatively simple concepts, especially when compared to my classmates, whether that was in test-taking or in any academic subject....
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Politics Honors and Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 780
Sarah: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...2015. I have extensive volunteer tutoring experience, having worked with kindergarten and second grade students as a reading tutor and middle school students as a math tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because of my own life long love of learning, and because I believe that all children are capable of accomplishing amazing things if they have a committed support system. I tutor reading, writing, math, economics, french and test prep. Over a broad range...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Undeclared
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Malcolm: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...and Italian. After graduation, I moved to Sardinia to teach English as a Foreign Language and work as a freelance Italian-to-English translator. Since returning to the United States in mid-2013, I have taught SAT Prep for a local nonprofit, worked as a copy editor for the Italian branch of Google Ads, and performed a year of national service with the City of Philadelphia through AmeriCorps VISTA. In Fall 2016, I will begin my JD studies...
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Temple University - Bachelors, English; Italian
LSAT: 167
GRE Verbal: 167
Leon: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...worked with elementary and middle school students. I was also an independent tutor for six months in Australia. I have a bachelors degree in Political Science, and a Master degree in Law and Diplomacy, so I am able to help students with history, political science, or other social science courses. In addition, I have years of ESL experience, and have a TESOL certificate certifying my professional skills in teaching English. In addition, I am a...
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Appalachian State University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Tufts University - Masters, Law and Diplomacy
GRE Verbal: 166
Madhu: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...courses. I learned during my time as both a TA and a supplemental instructor in these courses that helping people learn about their potential in a constructive and encouraging environment is something that I really appreciate. As a high school student, I was tutored for almost all four years and I realized the effect that 1-on-1 time has on a student who is either struggling or just needs some focused study time. While this is...
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Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Hannah: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...go into education. My passions are education policy, educational equity, and most importantly, students. I'm currently a high school Spanish teacher in Baltimore City and I have been tutoring or teaching for nearly 7 years: 3.5 years of tutoring elementary students during undergrad and 3 years of teaching high school. I earned my BA in International Studies and Spanish and my MS in Education, both from Johns Hopkins University. When I'm not thinking about educational...
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Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies/Spanish
Johns Hopkins University - Master of Science, Education
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 710
Elizabeth: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...with a wide variety of vocal styles, including musical theatre, classical music, classical church music, contemporary praise and worship, pop, and more! Elizabeth's teaching statement: "I consider it an immense privilege to guide students as they navigate their voices and explore new repertoire. I offer voice and acting lessons that are catered to the individual needs of each student. Whether students want to work on audition preparation, vocal technique, music theory, performance, or other skills,...
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The Catholic University of America Rome School of Music Drama and Art - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Musical Theater
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 36
Daeyong: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...university, with a focus on education technologies. I've always been passionate about education, founding an organization called Pyoneers that directly teaches programming to hundreds of students. We have held a combination of virtual and in-person lessons, resulting in semester long workshops at local middle schools. I am also the President of our school's National Math Honor Society, an organization dedicated to promoting the education and enjoyment of math to younger students. Every time I tutor...
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Christopher: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
I graduated with honors from New York University and studied history and literature. I have spent over six years tutoring and teaching students of all ages, in a variety of subjects. I am looking forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your learning goals!
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, History
LSAT: 173
Zac: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
I am a recent graduate from an international relations masters program. I am especially qualified to teach students in the social sciences. ... My teaching philosophy is to encourage questions and open discussion. I feel that active learning, where students are making the connections themselves is the most beneficial to them. Having a friendly and relaxed space for learning is important to me as well.... Get to know the student. Figure out what they want to...
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St Johns University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Tufts University - Masters, Security Studies and Pacific Asia
GRE Verbal: 163
Linsey: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...At the end of my last year, I was accepted into a graduate program at New York University. I moved there in 2008 and began teaching at a transfer school in Brooklyn while attending graduate school part time. In 2011, I was awarded a M.A. degree in International Education. I finished my teaching career at a performance based assessment school in Manhattan before I moved back to MD in October. Although I am seeking a...
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Boston College - Bachelors, Secondary Education-English
New York University - Masters, International Education
Alyssa: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...Middle School/Secondary Level. Some of my strengths are getting to know my students, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, and leveraging their interests in order to motivate them and build confidence. I hold very high expectations, but I always take the time to figure out what kinds of strategies and supports students need to be successful. I strongly believe in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they can take into any educational experience. I have...
Education & Certification
Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710
Michael: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...eye of the beholder and that's why I don't like it as much as math. But that's just my opinion. As a hobby I collect movies. Some of my favorites are independent art films. For example, Pi, directed by Darren Aronofsky explores a mystical view of math. It is set in New York City, one of my favorite places to visit, and celebrates New York's distinctive mix of cultures. My other hobbies are collecting various...
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ITT Technical Institute - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering Technology
SAT Math: 740
Kate: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
I have spent a lot of time tutoring people of all ages -- I have worked with preschoolers, kids in elementary school, and adults. I really like to learn and experience as much as I can: I spent a year teaching in Korea and another four months traveling the globe. I hope that my enthusiasm is infectious!
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
George Washington University - Masters, International Affairs
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Sahnun: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...for American history in addition to the physical sciences and mathematics. I'm a voracious audio-book listener, and often drift to sleep with the words and stories of past philosophers, mathematicians, and world leaders. Beyond this, I thoroughly enjoy playing FIFA '16 on Xbox One, surfing the web, computer programming, and watching silly YouTube videos. More than anything, I'm eager to impart some of the math/physics/economics know-how, tricks, and tips I've learned over the years from...
Education & Certification
College of William and Mary - Bachelors, Physics
Samuel: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...nothing better than teaching a subject that I'm passionate about and having my students understand and internalize the complex material. I believe that every student is capable of success; my job as a tutor is to help them overcome academic roadblocks. I work with my students to find interesting and exciting new ways to attack a subject; I know from experience that by connecting academic work to a topic of personal interest, a student will...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, International Relations
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Jerome: Alexandria Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...play! In college, I continue to be involved with music as a member of Doox of Yale, a TTBB a cappella group, where I served as Music Director my sophomore year. I have served as a Communication and Consent Educator, working with various programs to promote a positive sexual climate on campus, and am currently a First-Year Counselor. Next year, I will join the faculty at Phillips Exeter Academy as a choral assistant.
Education & Certification
Yale University - Current Undergrad, Music; Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Private Reading Tutoring in Alexandria, VA
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Is your child struggling with reading? Varsity Tutors can find you an experienced reading tutor in Alexandria with expertise and depth of knowledge, and one who can try to help students at all levels. Upon your contact, the tutor will listen to your areas of concern and evaluate your student's strengths and weaknesses. Using that information, they can develop a tutoring plan that will break down the fundamentals of reading and get them back on track with their assignments in school.
Reading is one of those subjects, when fully understood, will send your child on their way to success in whatever educational endeavor they pursue. Tutors love reading and a dynamic tutor in Alexandria, VA, could help your student learn to love reading, as well. Their tutor can provide a positive environment that makes reading easy to learn and understand, and keeps them actively engaged along the way in their educational process. Whether your child has trouble with sequencing, decoding, or compound words, the tutor we match them with will have multiple tools on hand to help them gain a firmer grasp of the written word, illustrating such concepts as fluency, rhyme, setting, genre, and prosody.
If you're seeking a reading tutor for your student in Alexandria, Varsity Tutors' educational directors are ready to help. They will find an eager tutor who is available when you and your child are. Willing to meet for tutoring sessions when it's most convenient and comfortable for your family, the tutor will make certain the study area is free of distractions and best suited for reading success. Arrange time for studying at your own home or a place nearby, such as Grounded Coffee Shop or Java Loco. Perhaps venturing out isn't accommodative with your schedule or your child studies better at home. We offer an interactive learning platform online for tutors and students to meet one-on-one and get the same valued experience as if they were in person.
Many young students struggle with antonyms and synonyms, figurative language, and vocabulary. Tutors can help by providing clarity in a way that is designed especially for your child's method of learning and retaining material. Your student could be able to develop a base for growing knowledge with fun and practical reading practice, with their expert tutor as their guide.
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