Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Rockville, MD

...as a teacher and think that this goes a long way in helping students learn. I have taken, and done well on, a variety of standardized tests and have come to understand universal and recurring concepts for testing. I am currently pursuing a Masters in Neuroscience and Education to inform my teaching with new insights about the brain. There is diversity in my coursework, teaching experience, and approaches; which could all benefit students greatly. I...

...work as a behavioral health specialist, providing individual and group therapy for individuals facing challenges in personal and professional life decisions. I have trained members of the general public ways to write in a style that is clear, concise, and persuasive. When addressing new subject areas, I've worked with people to break down information into manageable pieces and develop a comfort level in communicating these new concepts. I have also helped many people develop proficiency...

...and Art History. The area I am most knowledgeable about is Modernism, but my favorite is non-Western art, especially public and resistance art. I am patient in explanation, and feel confident communicating an idea a variety of ways, or employing a range of materials to make the subject clearer. My strength is finding practical ways of applying knowledge, and breaking down large tasks. I am very encouraging for students that feel overwhelmed or anxious about...

...experience tutoring middle and High school students in the areas of Math, English, Biology and Chemistry. My most rewarding experience was working with a program called Brooklyn College Now program geared at preparing high school students for college. It was a very rewarding experience watching these students ultimately get into the college of their choice. I love tutoring but most importantly, I love working with children and helping them realize their dreams.

I graduated from Virginia Tech with a double major in Economics and International Studies and a minor in French. In the past I have taught several ESL classes, and for more than a year I have tutored one-on-one in Test Prep, English, and Economics. My favorite subject to tutor is Economics; I love how it explains people's behavior. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy cooking, politics, live music, and crafting/painting!

...these processes tends to work across the board in a general sense to help in more areas than just the specific tutoring problem. Being able to apply these techniques outside of a simple lesson is something that lasts a lifetime. I was fortunate enough to have had teachers and professors that gave me this gift, and feel an important aspect of my life is to give this back to those who need it.

...Arts- from basic reading and phonics skills to AP Literature, ESL to SAT Verbal and Writing prep. My favorite subject to tutor is writing and composition skills- I love helping students of all levels find their voice. Reading critically and writing clearly are two of the most important skills students can learn, and I firmly believe every student can excel in these areas. My personal teaching philosophy is that learning should be fun. I will...

...problems for my students to help them get used to the skill. I also like to help my students think of shortcuts for each skill. I like to show multiple ways to solve the problems so students have a wide range of options to choose from. My love for school sometimes extends outside of the classroom. I love to read so I'm not a complete math geek. I play volleyball and love all things football...

...many interesting people. As a teacher last year, I worked with students (aged 6-16) to learn and hone their English skills. I was able to practice preparing, researching, and sharing information effectively to diverse people. This position allowed me an understanding of the practical aspects of teaching such as time management, altering tasks to suit progression, and knowing how best to convey material. My method is to identify the needs of the student and make...

...take ownership of the subject matter. Once ownership happens, it becomes easier to engage and ask questions that lead to understanding. I graduated from Georgetown University in May 2012 with a degree in Government and English. I have taught middle and high school students in DC and South Africa, as well as tutored undergraduate students at Georgetown. I believe everyone has the necessary tools to be successful in the classroom. I am not an expert...