Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Suffolk, VA

...in study skills and organization. My main education is in music performance. I have four years of experience as a French horn teacher, working with students in grades 6-12. I enjoy the variety of teaching these different subjects. Math is my specialty and the subject I have to most experience tutoring. I got a 740 on the SAT Math section and a 5 (top score) on the AP Calculus test. My schedule is quite flexible,...

...to things the student already knows they care about. Second, getting to know the student- everyone has unique talents, tendencies, and goals. There is an area of overlap between each school subject (even standardized tests, which require critical thinking!) and a student's goals, and it's usually bigger than it first appears. A star athlete doesn't just need to pass English to graduate; she needs to be able to write a well organized and error-free letter....

I help learners develop the cognitive, language, physical, and social skills required to be successful. I help inspire learners to develop the self-confidence required to succeed in school and in life. I make learning fun! I support, encourage, engage, and cultivate creative minds. As an educator I offer experiences working with students, and adults. I strive to support all learners, and their diverse academic development and needs.

...of the school year and absolutely fell in love! Not only could the school see the difference in the students, but the students made a huge difference in me. I have become a behavior therapist and tutor while in the process of switching my master's from a healthcare degree to early education degree in order to become a licensed teacher. I aim to make an impact on my students as much as they have for...

...of normal classroom hours. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, English, Literature and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing and tackling the word problem portions of the exams. I am also a big proponent of learning math from all angles. Each student has their own learning style,...

...I have a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Special Education from Radford University. I tutor special education, reading, writing, phonics, elementary school subjects, and study skills. I teach to student interests and strengths. I like to find fun music, games, and different ways to help students remember the content. Outside of teaching and tutoring, I enjoy riding horses and spending time with my family. I also like going to the beach.

...over 2 years. I have traveled the world extensively as a veteran and as a career professional. Every country and culture I have experienced has reinforced my belief in the importance of language and dialogue. I am passionate about helping children learn a new language to assist in opening up worlds of opportunities as I myself have experienced. In my spare time, I love reading, watching films from around the globe, and spending quality time...

...to teach refugees and earn my CELTA certification. Returning to the States, I spent 6 years teaching in a middle/high school setting, and I currently work in a field where I have the opportunity to train K-12 instructors and provide professional development for instruction and classroom management. My teaching specialties are all things English- composition and writing (both academic writing and creative writing), reading comprehension and literary analysis, grammar and spelling support, editing/proofreading research papers,...

...to this highly competitive BS/MD program on a full scholarship directly from high school. I am passionate about academic success and very knowledgeable in college and medical school preparation. My primary tutoring experience includes admissions coaching, standardized test tutoring, and essay revisions. I value mentorship and forming lasting relationships with my students. Outside academia, you will most likely find me playing soccer on all surfaces spanning grass, sand, and street, but never in one place...

...alternative school for students with disabilities. This will be my 10th year as an educator, nine of those I was also a Varsity football coach. I have a masters degree in Special Education from Cambridge College, and a bachelors degree in History from Christopher Newport University. My background has taught me how to create differentiated teaching styles for children from kindergarten to the 12th grade. I believe all students can learn, in their own way.

I am a graduate of Bridgewater College. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with a certification in Elementary Education. I have taught in the classroom for three years: 2 years in third grade and 1 year...

English is not hard, but it takes diligence to master. I am committed to helping improve a student's comprehension and analytical skills. Together, we can demystify the language and discover how to use it effectively in its various forms.

...as part of my teaching load, so I am familiar with the curriculum and expectations for all students in an English class. In my four years of teaching, I have worked with elementary, middle and high school students, including 12th grade AP English classes, 6th-8th grade English classes and even some work in summer school with 3rd-5th grade content. My point: I have a broad range of experience teaching everything related to English - whether...

...ranges from teaching college sociology courses to TESL in West Africa. I believe in working to help children of all ages and abilities to achieve their full potential and some of my best experiences have come from in-home counseling clients and residential behavioral health counseling. I hold a Master's degree in sociology, am a qualified mental health counselor (child), and will be certified for Middle School English in Sept. 2017. I look forward to working...

Detailed-oriented and self motivated educator with over 10 years of teaching experience. Proficient in differentiating instruction to meet the needs of my students.

...be. But it's not going to be one-sided. I'm sure that along the way while you are pursuing your academic achievements, as your tutor I will be learning from you as well. I believe in putting 110% in everything I go after. This is why I have two Master's degrees; one is Business Communications and the other is in Adult Education. I'm also a published author and I am currently working on my next book....

...the University of Louisville with an M.A. in English and an emphasis in creative writing. I taught high school English for nine years and know the need to be flexible and understanding to best teach a student. I enjoy helping students develop their writing and am very passionate about helping students prepare for the ACT. My goal is to encourage life-long learning and encouraging my students to vocalize and question to become comfortable with any...

...I see every student as a gift and work using dance to support each one in discovering "their drum major instinct' or the drive to lead, to stand out in a positive way. Teaching is an opportunity to change the world, one individual at a time. To give all you have about a subject in the hopes the student would take it further and continue the cycle. Thereby, supporting your contribution to the world community....

I am a graduate of Capella University, where I received my Master's of Human Services. For over 14 years, I have been a special education teacher, as well as implementing an online ESL tutoring program for Chinese students learning...

...science, information technology, business, marketing, personal finance, Spanish, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL/ESL), and mathematics. I have a Master of Arts in Teaching (World Language Focus) and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Virginia, and a Certificate of School Administration and Leadership from Longwood University. I am passionate about helping students grasp concepts across various subjects. My goal is to develop their skills and confidence, ensuring they are well-prepared...