Award-Winning SAT Tutors in Alexandria, VA

I am a global public health and policy veterinarian, veteran, and former linguist living in Washington, DC. I have more than five years of experience tutoring all sciences, English, and MCAT prep, among other subjects. I've lived on five continents and have three dogs and two cats, who are constantly wondering why I come home smelling like flying trapeze chalk.

...Environmental Sustainability. My love of nature and the outdoors really strengthened my desire to pursue a career in environmental science. Although science is what I have chosen to study, I am extremely strong in the areas of reading, writing, editing, history and general social studies. In high school I excelled in AP Composition, Literature, World History, and European History. My test scores from high school reflect a strong understanding of the material, and I also...

Hi Everyone! I am a theoretical physicist with a passion for teaching. I want to make students enthusiastic about physics and math. I believe physics should not be boring. I like to relate the lessons to something from the students' own experiences. It helps them to be motivated and have a clear understanding of the lesson topic.

...giving that feeling was worth pursuing. Getting a good score on my GRE because of that training only solidified that sentiment. I believe everyone is best when challenged, though there is no simple way to do so. Everyone is their own riddle, with their own secret combination that will spring the lock into their psyche. I love to put that puzzle together to unlock greatness. Follow your passion - these words were spoken to me...

...a school system in Oklahoma as a substitute teacher. Through this experience I was able to experience a wide variety of classroom philosophies and quickly determine for which strategies work and which do not. As a result I am able to think quickly and adapt lesson plans instructional techniques and discipline methods as needed. As a kind-hearted individual with a passion for teaching learners of all backgrounds I know I would be the perfect person...

...I received departmental honors for my senior essay. During my time at Columbia, I was accepted into their Oxbridge Scholars program and was given the opportunity to study abroad at Cambridge University. In addition to my love of literature, I'm passionate about teaching and have been tutoring or working jobs in education since I was in middle school. Most recently, I worked as a high school English teacher. Whether it's a higher score on the...

...can be. My most commonly tutored subject is math, particularly Algebra 1. I have been tutoring math consistently during the school year for the past two years; my work has encompassed both homework coaching and exam review. So much of grade school math is learning to see connections between concepts and build on earlier work. When I help students with math, I guide them towards making connections and ensure that they understand how concepts are interrelated...

...ecology. While I studied conservation science and ecology as a graduate student at the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, I got my bachelor's degree in International Relations from the George Washington University, so I'm comfortable teaching humanities and social sciences as well as math and science. Teaching is the most rewarding job I've ever had. I love working with students to find what motivates them, and helping to achieve their goals. I particularly...

...2016. Although I'm no longer in school (at the moment), I have a great love for learning. Furthermore, I was an excellent student in high school and graduated amongst the top ten students from a class of 350. I love helping students navigate challenging problems and achieve their goals. I hope to inspire students to share my enthusiasm for the many subjects that I love: history, English, geography, mathematics, and more! My greatest sense of...

...variety of students of different ages primarily in the STEM and medical field to gain experience and prepare for entrance exams. I graduated from the University of Maryland with a double degree in Biology and Psychology. I then attended Johns Hopkins University where I received a Masters in Biotechnology. I am currently a medical student at Eastern Virginia Medical School set to graduate in 2026. I tutor students in Psychology, English, and Biology. I also...

...on the test content and essay writing, but also on test-taking strategies that work. My goal is to help my students get into the school(s) of their choice. I also tutor Math, ELA, Social Studies, History, Reading, Writing and ESL. I help students develop their executive function skills to stay organized, and develop healthy, sustainable study habits. I offer coaching for calendaring, effective planner use, Cornell note-taking, folder organization with Google Drive/Classroom, and project planning....

...growth is just a tutoring, coaching, or mentoring session away. While working with students at all levels from youth to adults as well as professionals seeking to elevate their careers, I implore a philosophy rooted in a comprehensive, hands-on approach that not only fosters growth but also builds lasting confidence. Whether you're aiming to improve in Life Skills, Relationships, Wellness, Language Arts, Math, Social Sciences, Study and Organizational Skills, Test Prep, College Prep, Public Speaking,...

...that people do not have to go through those same experiences as myself. I have worked with students throughout high school and college. This includes friends, but also includes peers as well. In high school I tutored a part of the National Honor Society. Then in college I TAed my junior year, helping students with physics. I also tutored several students separately my senior year. For my eduation, I received an Associates Degree from Montgomery...

...and Religious Studies. Following matriculation from America???s second oldest, but most beloved university, I served as a teacher at a small inner-city school in New Haven, CT. While there, I taught Language Arts and Social Studies units, tutored all subjects, and specialized in a class called ???Peace and Justice.??? I paid special attention to pursuing a vocation that would allow me to continue the lifestyle I have worked to lead since I was in middle-school:...

...to study other topics with the same fervor. In addition to studying the Latin language, I have also studied Ancient Greek, Old English, Old Norse, Old Irish, and German. I love finding the patterns in languages and using language change to understand how ancient people thought about the world around them. My particular specialty is in kingship rituals, and I wrote my senior thesis about kingship sacrifice in Iron Age Ireland. I love travelling, and...

...reading and math), AP Statistics, College Statistics and look forward to fully utilizing my previous PhD experience as I intend to offer tutoring in a variety and math, science and writing subjects. I am a Chess Coach for elementary schools in Maryland and Virginia. I have a 1730 USCF rating and an "Expert" performance rating in my last tournament. I can improve your chess game through a conventional approach reinforced with computer-learning tools which I...

...studied a range of subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring in English language, literature, writing, and art. I received my Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Maryland, where I majored in English language and literature. In college, I took many art electives and since then I have used that experience to work as an artist. I was a teacher's assistant for English business writing in college and I peer tutored core subjects...

...range of Mathematics to the students there. I would work with students in private sessions and, on occasion, lead a study group for students enrolled in the same class. I believe the private sessions were more effective because they focused on each student's individual issue, and all students have their own way of learning. I enjoy working with all types of math problems, but the subject I have the most fun with is Trigonometry, as...

...passion for education and began teaching mathematics in public high schools. I even began an afterschool tutoring program that was highly successful. I love watching the light bulb go off in students, and it is especially gratifying in mathematics because it can sometimes seem so challenging, but it is so rewarding when you finally get it. I'm excited to work with Varsity Tutors to connect with students who may have had trouble with math in...

...I love working with students one-on-one, since it helps me understand how their brain works. I love to learn new things. Currently, I am focusing a lot of my energy on mind brain education and on equity in the math classroom. Everyone can learn math and everyone can find beauty and joy in it. It's all about finding the right path through a problem. My tutoring method involves asking questions, tapping into prior knowledge, and...