Award-Winning SAT Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...(AVID) college readiness program piloting in my home town. In small groups, I fostered a collaborative, inquisitive academic environment applying Socratic-method instruction and advanced level questioning and problem-solving attitude. It was as an AVID GDL that I realized my passion for preparing students for college admission and success. I expanded this passion out to the community, offering private sessions for students and parents navigating the college admissions process. Drawing on my background in learning and...

...now and have a particular passion for the humanities and math! I love watching students succeed and find their passion for learning--understanding concepts can be fun, and having the tools to understand makes all the difference! Helping students have that moment where everything "clicks," is my goal. I also enjoy helping high schoolers prepare college applications and work on their essays. Telling a personal narrative or writing a "Why X school" essay can be tough--but...

...a student has ended, I am taking the skills and experience I acquired and putting them to use helping others reach their academic goals. I tutor students of any age in a variety of subjects, but I particularly enjoy English, History, Government and Mathematics. I also have extensive experience with Standardized Tests, including the ACT, SAT, SAT Subject Tests, AP exams and others. I have tutored middle school students in English and Math, high school...

...students in English, essay writing, reading comprehension, SAT Writing, and Language. My journey began in high school and evolved through roles as a teaching assistant and writing center tutor at the University of Maryland, where I honed my ability to connect with diverse learners. I believe in tailoring my approach to each student's unique needs while fostering a supportive environment for learning. I am dedicated to helping students develop strong writing skills, as I see...

...of my high school career, I collected over 23 international writing awards! Particularly relevant achievements include two Scholastic national gold medals for critical essays, the Scholastic American Voices Award, and publication in Scholastic's anthology, "Best Teen Writing of 2017." In short, you and your term papers are in good hands should you choose to work with me. I have been tutoring students for six years; while I have taught everything from SAT test prep to...

...so many mentors and teachers who have taken time to help me as an individual and to bolster my curiosity and dedication to learning. I am dedicated to be this inspiration for other students and to give back in the way I have been helped. I have tutored elementary through undergraduate in various sciences and math. I have a lot of experience tutoring students with learning differences such as ADHD, ADD, dyslexia and social challenges....

I recently graduated from GWU with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and am pursuing an MPH in Public Health Nutrition at the same institution. I have three years of tutoring experience in college chemistry courses. My favorite subject to tutor is organic chemistry, but enjoy all types of chemistry. My interests include health and nutrition, and enjoy spending time outside in nature. I have been a competitive swimmer for fifteen years.

...back to high school, when in my senior year, I took both AP Language and AP Literature with my favorite English teacher, and learned incredible works of literature such as Hamlet and Romeo and Juliet! I completed my undergraduate education at Duke University in North Carolina majoring in political science and minoring in Chinese, and completed my master's degree at the Johns Hopkins University School for Advanced International Studies campus in Washington, DC, and in...

...for the opportunity to be a tutor with Varsity Tutors! I am a former college football player at the University of Maryland. I recently graduated from law school and live in Washington, DC where I work as an attorney for a big law firm. I am excited to have the opportunity to tutor students in areas where I have had a great deal of experience and I look forward to meeting you!

...Princeton University and the John Locke Institute, as well as founding debate initiatives such as the Indian Debating Circuit. I also teach parliamentary debate and have extensive experience guiding students in writing, critical thinking, and structured argumentation. While I can tutor across a wide range of subjects, my particular strengths are in English, Literature, History, and standardized test preparation. I enjoy helping students develop not only content mastery but also the confidence to apply their knowledge...

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!

...hours perfecting my study habits and working through many difficult concepts on my own. This helps immensely when it comes to tutoring, as I have personal knowledge of some of the struggles students are facing. I tutor general biology at a college and high school level, and this includes AP Biology prep. I also tutor for standardized college entry exams, particularly the ACT. I enjoy biology simply because of the fascinating subject matter, but I...

...academics, career 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 journal, culminating in the position of editor in chief, so reading, writing, and editing are definitely my strengths.

...students. I have experience tutoring ESL (English as a Second Language), Algebra, test taking skills, Secondary School Admissions Testing, and essay writing skills. In my teaching, I like to incorporate detailed explanation, guided walk-throughs, and use of visual resources to teach difficult concepts. I am always open to answering student questions during sessions and also through email. Aside from tutoring, I love taking walks, reading, and cooking. I really look forward to working with you!

...with hundreds of students, and each one has had their own unique academic strengths and struggles. I believe tutoring is inherently about building a relationship of trust and respect with my students so that we can work together to strengthen the strengthens, and work to improve any weaknesses. I am not an encyclopedia; I am a peer and a mentor who wants to help every student find their own unique path to success.

...childhood educator. At Yale, I studied History and Child Development. I went on to teach with Teach For America, and I am currently in my 3rd year of teaching. Tutoring has been an interest of mine for many years. I started tutoring when I was in middle school, and I haven't stopped. I thoroughly enjoy working with students of all ages to help supplement their learning. I am looking forward to helping your child to...

...high school Geography and Physical Science Teacher in a low-income school with the Teach for America program. Since then I have worked in various Universities doing research on various urban topics such as school quality, demographics, occupations, housing, and economic development. During this time, I also tutored college students in subjects such as economics, statistics, geography, and providing mentoring and career advice. I am passionate about solving complex problems facing society today through the use...

I have expertise in various middle and high school mathematics and science subjects, including ACT and SAT-specific questions. I graduated cum laude with a Bachelors in Chemical Engineering from Vanderbilt University, and have 1 year of private tutoring experience.

...tutored young children in elementary math and reading. These were my first attempts at sharing and discovering knowledge with peers and I have been engrossed ever since. Thanks to the students that I have tutored, I have learned to think of topics in many new ways and it is this fluidity with studying and learning that I hope to get across. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy playing tennis and programming. I like to work hard...

...and English) for over 10 years now since senior year of high school. My approach is pretty simple. Find a need and fill it. I'd like to see where the student is having a knowledge gap. Some times it takes a different approach to explain a concept. Math and physics have a very consistent framework when solving a problem and when you follow that framework, you can solve 99% of problems! The new Digital SAT...