Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. I have experience teaching multiple subjects in 5th through 8th grade. I tutor 4th through 8th grade math (including Pre-Algebra and Algebra), science, American History, and English, as well as 4th, 5th, & 6th reading and writing. Math is my passion, though. I know, however, that math is not always a favorite of others. I'm good at making math understandable, in breaking it down to a simple form...

...in Agricultural Economics and Philosophy. Following undergrad, I taught one year of second grade in Baltimore City. I then moved on to be a Kindergarten through eighth grade math specialist at another school the next year. In addition to my classroom experiences, I have been tutoring on and off for about nine years. I have also taught a summer program for refugees in Baltimore. I am great with working with a wide range of age...

...interned with such publications as USA Today and The Philadelphia Inquirer, and have served as both writer and editor for two of my school's publications. Meanwhile, I am often the de facto editor for my family. Editing has taught me that the best way to foster good writing--and by extension, learning--is through positive encouragement and good attention to detail. Positive encouragement is important because I believe anyone can write well if they're confident and know...

...upcoming fall and pursuing a dual JD and masters in US Foreign Policy and National Security. I have both official and unofficial tutoring experience dating back to middle school, and have most experience with tutoring middle and high school students in Reading Comprehension, English, Writing, History, Government, and Algebra. I also am very fond of test preparation, having gone through and tutored students in both SAT and LSAT content and test taking strategy preparation. I...

...fundamental electrical circuit analysis to engineering students for two semesters at Penn State Harrisburg. I also have experience tutoring mathematics one-on-one to high-school students. My goal is to improve and help solidify the student's understanding of the subject matter. With a better understanding, it is expected that the student will be motivated to approach problems with increased skill and eventually confidence. A student's insight is important to solving mathematics and calculus problems. Sometimes this insight...

...addition to my years in school, I also taught Composition I and II my last year of my MA program, and tutored both in my MA program and for the Athletic Enhancement Center for my BA program! I've dealt with students across ages and levels of intellect, and I CANNOT WAIT to meet with you and help you work with English, Reading, Writing, or other related skills! Together, we will be totally unstoppable!!... Every student is...

...an educator are powerfully reflected in my ability to accommodate various learning styles, behaviors, and abilities while making learning an exciting, positive experience. Learners are diverse in every way, and each student requires unique strategies, motivators, and reinforcers to be successful throughout the learning process. I take pride in knowing that my students look forward to learning and gain confidence to tackle new challenges; as they begin to take the necessary steps toward becoming independent...

...the correct answer, rather than giving it to them. I believe this method is the best way for the student to master the material. I enjoy the "aha!" moment my students have when the concept finally clicks. In my free time, I work on my two tea businesses. During my senior year at Rice, I founded a student-run boba tea business. We currently have 13 student employees and continue to grow. I'm also currently working...

...Arts In International Education from New York University. I have had teaching experience in kindergarten through third grade both in the United States and as a student teacher in Thailand. For the past two years, I have taught second grade in Maryland. I enjoy supporting elementary students in developing a love for learning, inquiry and discovery in math, reading, writing, science and social studies. I believe that students are best engaged when the learning is...

...AP Computer Science, Physics, Languages, and Music. I have developed a strong passion for helping students achieve their academic goals. As a tutor at Code Ninjas, I developed my skills in teaching programming languages like Python and JavaScript to students of all ages while adapting my approach to meet the diverse needs of my students, including those with ADHD and Autism. I am particularly passionate about tutoring Physics and Computer Science because they encourage critical...

...students from 9th grade through graduate school. My areas of expertise include helping students with reading and interpreting literature, writing and expressing ideas clearly, and preparing for debates and speeches. As an educator I prioritize who my students are and how they learn best. Understanding my students' strengths and areas of need informs my instructional approach and enables me to help them be successful. When I am not teaching I enjoy learning! I particularly love...

...style of tutoring acknowledges the stresses and vulnerabilities that can accompany learning a new skill, and my first priority in a tutoring session is that my client feels comfortable and free to learn without judgement. I received my bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature and Film Studies and embraced my love of close reading and analysis. I worked at the Writing Center at my university and tutored undergrad students, then was a teaching assistant...

...prosody. I have consistently ranked among top teachers on all the platforms I've tutored on, and I have taught all ages and levels from toddlers to teens to professionals. I completed my Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2005 at Purchase College at the State University of New York and more recently received certification in a 150 hour master course in TESOL/TEFL from Teflen Training College. In my classes I love exploring literature, developing writing, and...

...diploma along with several AP classes. In my free time I love to draw, paint, and read. Currently I'm exploring environmental education through an internship with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. I'm a visual learner myself and am strong in the humanities and writing!If you have any questions or would like to get to know me better, don't hesitate to reach out! Additionally, if my posted schedule doesn't work for you I am very flexible!

...2023, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a B.A. in Government from William and Mary. In 2024, I received my Master of Teaching from the University of Virginia. I have been with Varsity since 2020, and have tutored over forty K-12 students in reading, writing, middle school math, and beginner Spanish. I am passionate about education, and craft curriculum to each student's specific strengths and weaknesses. I always strive to create a learning environment in...

I am currently a Junior at Howard University. I major in Supply chain management. I enjoy learning from others just as much as I enjoy teaching others.

...Special Education Teacher. Prior to that, I worked for a nonprofit organization in New York City which provided education to low-income adult students who were preparing for the high school equivalency exam. I began my career in education as a Health and Physical Education Teacher in the Bronx, NY. Brendan has also taught and tutored high school aged students in test prep at Lehman College of the City University of New York. I graduated from...

Award-winning professional with significant experience in marketing, advertising, and copywriting. Background in making complex ideas accessible to all ages and experience levels. I have a BA in English from the University of Richmond and a MA from Johns Hopkins in Fiction Writing. And, as a former stand-up comedian, I can make learning a whole lot more fun! My passion is for teaching English, literature, comedy, and writing.

My goal in life is to help those successfully accomplish their goal. I love teaching and rejoice in seeing my students reach their short term as well as long term goal. I go beyond the call of duty because I believe in their achievement.

...Studies. I was 4th in my graduating class from high school with a 4.11 GPA and numerous AP credits. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math and English. During college I worked with non-profit organizations, including a literacy tutoring program, and was on the Mock Trial Team. I'll be attending Georgetown Law in the fall of 2018. In my free time, I like to read, horseback writing, and go to the beach with friends.