Award-Winning SAT Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...150 primary and high school students from Gugulethu, one of the most violent cities in the world. I helped young people use theatre as a vehicle to express themselves and tell their stories. What I didn't realize immediately was how much they were impacting my life. I was entangled in these young people's experiences and they welcomed me with open arms. I began to learn Xhosa, which allowed us to share the role of teacher...

Teaching, for me, is a wonderful chain reaction that never dies. My teaching philosophy prioritizes the student's learning process and their final takeaway from the classroom. Teaching is about empowering students to grow in their respective worlds and interact with other people effectively, and I am delighted to be a part of that journey for as many students as possible.

...of languages and a traveler, some of my favorite subjects to teach are reading, writing, French, and world history, but I also love turning standardized test prep into a game to help students succeed while having fun. I personally struggled with the math sections of college admissions exams when I was in high school, but ended up with a near-perfect score, and would love to share my knowledge with others. I speak French, Arabic, and...

...making tests feel more like games than like exams, and to do this, I focus on testing strategy, which has proved successful for me during my SAT and graduate level exams. In addition to my background in test prep, english and math tutoring, I have also been a teacher of improv comedy at the Washington Improv Theater, and bring some of the same lessons I taught during those classes that I do to all my...

...skills. My teaching philosophy centers on tailoring each session to the student's unique learning style, fostering a supportive environment where they feel encouraged to ask questions and engage actively. Currently pursuing my undergraduate degree in biochemistry and molecular biology, I bring a strong foundation in the sciences and effective communication to every tutoring session. Tutoring allows me to inspire students to embrace challenges, master difficult concepts, and achieve their goals with confidence.

...questions and being interactive. I use applicable examples related to the students as a way to further explain the concepts. I am very patient because I believe that each student can attain the knowledge at his/her own pace. Therefore, I like to encourage, motivate my students, and show that learning very fun! In my spare time, I enjoy reading various topics on Jesus, self-improvement, history, financial literacy, biographies, etc. I am passionate about traveling and...

I signed up to be a tutor because I enjoy helping others achieve their full potential and become the best version of themselves. I have an undergraduate degree in Economics and an MBA. I also have held Series 7 and 63 licenses in the past and currently licensed to sell health and life insurance.I am looking forward to working with you to exceed your goals!

...experience, I have worked with students from middle school level to college level. My favorite subject to tutor is Algebra. This is because mostly all of the topics in Algebra they are different ways of solving a problem so if a student is unclear in a particular method there would be other ways I can teach a student to solve a particular problem. Outside tutoring, I am a gym freak and I lift heavy weights

...in the U.S., I worked as a teaching assistant for my university's French department, teaching weekly classes and review sessions of intermediate-level French grammar. As a tutor, I want to help students enjoy the experience of language learning by identifying their areas of struggle, equipping them with solutions, and providing an encouraging environment for language practice. Next year, I'll be working as a teaching assistant for high school English in the Orleans-Tours school district of...

...and learn to love Math. I think guiding them to the answer is the most useful way to learn. During my lessons, I usually use prompting questions to help students understand the steps they must take to solve problems on their own. Because of my background, I can quickly diagnose weakness in the areas of math and time management, and I can help them through my guided practice exercises. I enjoy tutoring and working with...

...subject throughout my life. I feel that English is the foundation for other learning and it is necessary to be successful later. My tutoring style is very simple. I allow the student to lead the session and I watch to see what they need the most help on. I believe in helping the student learn but not doing everything for them. I am a bookworm and spend much of my free time reading the newest...

...they plan to take in the upcoming months. I would greatly appreciate it if you reach out to me if you are interested in tutoring / spread the word to anyone who may be interested. I genuinely enjoy teaching and served as a teaching assistant at UVa for several years, as well as created and taught my own undergraduate-level courses. I would love to work with you and your student to help them achieve their...

Anyone can learn another language, comparative/applied linguistics and simultaneous translation/interpretation at any age. I use multiple intelligences, multimodality and authentic integrated strategies to make your language learning journey one with ease, proficiency and fluency in four skills and fun!

...oriented towards students who are interested in careers in medicine, biomedical research, and biotechnology. The subjects I cover are chemistry, biology, and biochemistry. I am particularly fond of biochemistry, and I enjoy teaching organic chemistry reactions that are related to processes of medical importance. The foundational principle of my teaching philosophy is customization, and I work hard to tailor my sessions to the specific needs of the student. I strongly believe students learn best by...

...am currently a junior at The University of Maryland Studying Operations management and data analytics at the Smith School of Business. I have had previous experience tutoring and working with kids of a variety of ages. I currently work as an RA on campus and get a lot of joy out of working with my residents and watching then grow as college students. I greatly look forward to being a positive influence on others and...

...with years of tutoring experience for students elementary through high school. I tutored most often in English, history, Spanish, biology, and chemistry. I was also an IB mentor helping high schoolers work through the diploma. My approach to tutoring is to cater to the way the student learns best. I am a visual learner and find color-coding and homemade study guides helpful. I love cooking, baking, and spending time with my dog!

I went to college at the University of South Carolina and am now a licensed attorney working on the Hill. I believe that with the right combination of practice and confidence, any student can reach their goals. ... I believe that the most important part of academic success is excitement and enthusiasm to tackle the material. It doesn't develop overnight, but with steady practice a student will be ready to reach their goals.... During a typical...

...I teach a variety of college level courses, including composition and literature courses. I am very invested in working one-on-one with students on critical writing and critical reading skills. Both sets of skills involve analytical thinking, but they also involve creative thinking. It is the interplay between the analytical and the creative that I find most enjoyable about tutoring and teaching. In my free time, I enjoy playing guitar, reading poetry, and being outdoors.

I have recently completed my Masters in Comparative Social Policy at Oxford, in the UK. Before starting my Masters I worked with people coming out of human trafficking situations. During undergrad, I studied International Studies and Human Rights at the University of Chicago (where I graduated with Honors and the highest awarded bestowed upon a graduating student). I am a native Washingtonian and attended National Cathedral School.

My name is Shreya and I'm a junior at Duke University! I am a neuroscience major on the pre-medicine track and have a lot of experience in Biology, Math, Chemistry, Psychology, and Spanish! I believe in multi-modal learning and strive to tutor students through reading, conversation, visuals, and understanding concepts through tackling the fundamentals first.