Award-Winning SAT Tutors in Arlington, DC

...work through problems or subjects with my student and have him or her explain how they arrived at the answer or point out what they think are important concepts. I do not like to provide the answers to my students without them trying the problem first, because this does not help them grow more confident...

...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...

...for an hour. I have developed an awareness and sensitivity to the unspoken feelings and patterns that allow me to gently guide students in the direction they want to go. I am not bringing expectations or my own desires to a session, but tuning into what the client needs in every moment. I have certain...

...name is Dr. Jamaal Thomas! I am looking forward to being a positive change for you as you work towards becoming the best! I specialize in Psychology, Literacy, and Elementary Math. I am currently a Literacy and Executive Function coach for Wisdom Wins, LLC. I also conduct educational research, focusing on academic motivation, literacy strategies,...

...States Navy. In college and high school I played varsity volleyball and worked part-time as a tutor for children grades pre-K through 12, college students, and adults. I have a lot of experience tutoring multiple subjects and have multiple degrees in engineering and math. I am a big fan of Disney, puzzles, volleyball, and Broadway,...

I like learning stuff, and I like teaching people what I know in a way that I wish someone taught me.

...studies at Vanderbilt University, where I am pursuing a major in organizational behavior and three minors in business, film, and studio art. Prior to my matriculation at Vanderbilt, I studied at a small Quaker school in Washington, D.C. The school's emphasis on learning via discovery serves as the base model for my own tutoring method....

...major in Computer Science and minor in Economics. The very first time I got involved in tutoring was in middle school where I participated in a program called Homework Helpers. Since then, I have taken up multiple tutoring/teaching opportunities. For the past 3 years, I have been a teaching assistant at Manabadi, a Telugu school,...

...teach, my goal is to encourage the student to 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...

...just was not at the top of the totem pole for families today. I found that to be extremely unfortunate. I tend to not use the term unfortunate because it can be misleading. I have learned that some things are not unfortunate. My students lacking in areas when it came to education was not their...

...Environmental Science and a minor in Leadership. I also hold a Masters Degree in Urban and Regional Planning from Virginia Tech. After graduation I worked for two years as a 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...

...build a foundation. If at any point the material becomes particularly challenging or you get confused, let me know. There's no judgment. If you have a question about the material, don't be afraid to ask it, regardless of how simple (or stupid) you may think it is. Whether it clicks for you in 5 minutes...

...math. I have a passion for both mathematics and music and love working with kids teaching and tutoring. I do best at calculus and algebra but also love all types of math from elementary school math to Calculus BC. I have a lot of experience working with younger kids teaching both music and math.

...all sorts of subjects and how they work together in any profession. I love working with people and helping each individual realize their potential. I work well in groups, love to teach and don't worry, I am very patient especially when a subject is new to someone. I understand some of the frustrations with difficult...

...worked as an assistant director of a Learning Center, and a big part of my job was working on test prep with students. I enjoyed my work, and I was successful at it because I was able to develop connections with my students and alter my teaching style to meet their needs, while still staying...

...learning in a comfortable and convenient environment so I prefer to travel to my students' home or public places like the library. Students' have a 3-hour cancellation period that allows for more time for thinking and preparation. For tutoring in algebra I and II, precalculus, geometry, trigonometry,SAT Prep, and advance mathematics, look no farther than...

...to be a writing fellow, where I would periodically join English classes and work with the students in small groups on their writing. Through that, I found I enjoyed the work, and now I'm starting a graduate program in the fall and I expect to be teaching my first class next spring. Writing and communication...

...that reinforce subjects in multiple ways, to encourage memorization and ensure that students don't get bored. This approach befits both the teacher and the student. I have extensive experience tutoring students in mathematics, and I have tutored in science as well. I have also tutored unofficially on test-prep with students in my area.... If you provide students with a structured plan and help, they will teach themselves.

...a college student at Johns Hopkins University, and I've been tutoring in various subjects since the fifth grade. I'm happy to tutor students of all ages, and I'm a cheerful and patient tutor. I'm also willing to work in whatever setting is most comfortable for the student, whether that be a library, a home, etc.

I am a simple, easy-going person who loves learning, and I hope I can help students love learning too! I am meticulous about my work and I take pride in excellence.