Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Newark, MD

...creating an engaging game, I help all students of all abilities grasp their grade level content. A wide tool bank of resources and strategies guide my tutoring. I received my B.A. in Sociology from University of West Georgia and my Masters in Behavior and Learning Disabilities from Georgia State University. Prior to becoming a Special Education...

...advice, or standardized testing, I have always helped those around me strive to do better. My parents raised me to be kind and understanding, but I also have the courage and ability to be honest in order to help people improve themselves. I spent four years in college as an editor of a constitutional democracy...

...to understand, to impart upon students, that knowledge is not just about facts; it is about seeing how individual pieces of information fit into larger frameworks, how those frameworks repeat across different fields of study, and how systemic thinking underlies mastery of any subject. In my off time, I volunteer at the Maryland Zoo, and...

My name is Katelyn and I love to teach! I have been teaching and tutoring for 5 years now. I specialize in elementary level math and language arts. I have worked with students with learning disabilities as well as multilingual learners.

...needed me, which was exciting. While I love most subjects in school, I prefer to tutor subjects like History, Reading, Writing, some math, and French. I do want to be a Lawyer, so these are some topics where I feel my strongest interest and knowledge lie. Throughout my life, it has been instilled in me...

...lesson planning, teaching methods, coaching, project-based-learning, informal education, and classroom management. I learned to develop teaching materials using little resources. Through training and experience, I realized the importance of tailoring teaching methods to an individual student's learning needs. I always consider how a topic can be approached from a different perspective - one that considers...

...As a Special Education Teacher, I am able to pinpoint the reading needs of a student and propose the correct intervention. As the ELA Content Lead I ensure that the curriculum is prepared so that all children have access. I currently teach 8th grade ELA, 7th grade reading intervention, and tutor 2nd grade reading after...

I enjoy designing illustrations of cover art for books, comics, graphic novels and journals. I also enjoy photography, using the latest techniques and trends in the art world and creating innovative projects. Having worked and interned as a graduate student at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. I'm always ready for an educational adventure!

...courses, I took: IB English Language and Literature, IB Music, IB History of the Americas, IB Biology. For SL courses, I took: IB Math Applications and Interpretations, and IB French. I was on the accelerated mathematical track, and in college decided to go into finances to match my business and mathematical interests.

...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...

...place in many different circumstances and contexts. Although everyone is capable of learning, a student's desire to learn is a vital pre-condition to effectively mastering new concepts and skills. Humans have multiple learning styles: some learn best in lecture atmospheres, some are motivated by discussion, and others absorb best when they read and reflect on...

...matters. I will never define what is successful for my students, I always adhere to how they define their own success. As far as I'm concerned, we're a team, and I'm happy to do what it takes to help them meet their goals. As a graduate of Sewickley Academy in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Heidelberg University...

...currently a masters student pursuing my MPH. I am also a current medical school applicant. I scored in the 99th percentile for the MCAT exam, and I believe with the correct training and resources, anyone else could do the same! I am excited to begin working with you to help you achieve your dream score.

...always enjoyed academics, which led me to tutoring early in life. Test taking can be daunting for students of all ages, but breaking down verbal and writing skills in approachable way is my specialty! I like to think I can make tackling the GRE or Praxis less stressful, to help you enter your next chapter....

...program at the University of Notre Dame. During these two years, I completed my coursework for a master's degree in education while teaching in an under-resourced school in Dallas, Texas. There I taught the skills of effective writing, speaking, and listening to students in grades 6 through 8 in grammar, vocabulary, literature, and writing classes....

...of teaching and tutoring experience, I am excited to bring my passion for teaching to Varsity Tutors My proven track record of helping students improve their academic performance, coupled with my ability to develop personalized learning strategies, aligns perfectly with your mission to provide individualized education to students. I am confident that my expertise in...

...in one area or another. Sometimes, learning something new can be challenging. Regardless of age, experience or level of education, it's sometimes useful to watch, listen, and gain exposure of new material from an objective, experienced individual. I enjoy helping others. I'm an experienced professional educator, writer, communicator, and local realtor. I look forward to...

...where the problem areas are and begin by working with students on the fundamentals. Once the basics are covered I like to work through problems together as a way to learn material, but ask that students spend some time studying topics at home/doing practice problems that we can go over during the tutoring sessions.

I am a recent law school graduate looking to help students unlock their full potential. I want to help you learn techniques and build confidence so that you can be successful in the future.