Award-Winning SAT Tutors in Norfolk, VA

...and into my college years. I have tutored peers in preparation for exams, and I have served as a mentor for multiple students in elementary and middle school. My favorite subjects to tutor are math and science, specifically precalculus and chemistry. Besides this, some of my hobbies include chess, abstract art, band; I play Baritone; reading. My teaching style focuses around practical and collaborative learning; I believe learning is easier and more enjoyable when it...

...number of academic professionals insist that "students should be able to see the relationship of the [writing] assignment to both the class objectives and their 'real world' future work" (Reid and Kroll 20). In the past few decades, the nature of composition courses and the assignments they involve have changed to reflect an increasing "emphasis on argument and research" (Lunsford and Lunsford 793) that stresses the importance of writing across the curriculum and of preparing...

...with students and sharing how improving your language and writing skills can lead to world travel. I also am excited to teach/tutor Japanese language and share the culture I learned with students here. I am a very interactive tutor. I work to create a welcoming environment where my students can find their own passions in learning. Also, I embrace technology, so I prefer to use internet sources whenever possible. I am proficient in Microsoft Office...

...and academic experiences, I have come to view education as a fundamentally humanizing exchange. As an educator, my work focuses on developing and bringing to life curricula with discrete expectations around what students will know and be able to do in the larger context of a classroom environment that validates the intrinsic value of each voice. To what end? Thoreau wrote, "I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately". In a sense,...

A charismatic teacher getting better with every lesson! M. Ed.

Helping students achieve their goals and full potential is our biggest reward as a teacher. Being in the profession for more than fifteen years has given me the time and vast experience of working with students with different backgrounds.

I will make it the ultimate goal of every student I tutor to understand absolutely everything that they have trouble with. I aim to help with critical thinking and inquiry so that the student not only solves the problem, but understands the concepts and where they need to be used.

...desired subject area. I tend to apply alternative methods that encourage open communication, and interactive engagement (versus "top down" teaching strategies). I believe strongly in self-assessment and giving the student the ability not only to find their strengths, but also their weaknesses and give them the skills to overcome those challenges through attainable milestones. I have fostered and tutored three nieces into advanced programs and honor rolls in their schools through my method of engaging...

...Mary! I tutored other students for most of my high school career, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I love being able to assist other people academically by helping them better understand the concepts that they learn in class. I believe education, be it academic or otherwise, is the cornerstone of many different types of success, and I would love to help assist in the education of others in some capacity and as much as possible!...

...great company and others in mathematics! With over two years of teaching math at the community college level, seven teaching high school, and over ten years of tutoring experience, I know what it takes to be successful in this area. My passion for helping others and eventually heading into the problem solving has always been something really important to me. As an educator, we take pride in being able to organize strategies and approach problem...

...University in Nigeria, and although I didn't get a chance to formally teach in the classroom, I have always had an interest in passing on the knowledge of such a beautiful language, having tutored students on Grammar and Reading comprehension. My keen eye for editing and proofreading essays was developed in my undergraduate years, and has continued even after graduate school! I am also able to teach and assist with a wide range of subjects...

...I was a young child, I have had a deep love of literature. I have been reading for as long as I can remember, and nothing soothes me like getting lost in a good book. Writing would definitely have to be my second passion. I love putting my thoughts into words, and painting a picture in the mind of my audience! I look forward to working with each of you in any capacity I may...

...my work for my MA in history. I have a BA in History and Art History from Washington and Lee University and I studied for my MA in England. Now that I am home, I'm working towards a teaching license. In the mean time I want to work with students and help them improve in any way I can! I am an excellent writer and can proof read essays for class or for college applications.

Hi! My name is Sonal Rajpal and I am an incoming first-year medical student. I hold a BS in Health Sciences and a Master's in Public Health. I have over 10 years of experience with tutoring children aged 3-20 in all subjects and for standardized tests. I'm looking forward to supporting students' academic and personal goals in a comfortable, encouraging environment! Practice makes perfect!

...achieve their academic goals. I'm a very visual learner and therefore both learn and tutor best by drawing out diagrams or seeing and working through practice questions. I believe the best tool for overcoming any challenge is the will to succeed. I help students keep up their will by customizing my tutoring plan to each individual client. When I'm not tutoring, I'm in class at Virginia Tech, home with my family, or riding my horse....

...there for five years. I have three years of experience tutoring students one-on-one in college-level writing and French. I have also tutored friends and family in Algebra and developmental math. When tutoring, my goal is to support students as they complete assignments, helping them accurately assess if they've met the assignment's criteria and enabling them to submit their best possible work. I prefer to focus on long-term goals, so in addition to helping students complete...

Hello! I am a recent graduate who is currently teaching English in France. I double majored in Environmental Sciences and French. I believe learning should be fun and that students will retain information better if they understand how it is pertinent to their own lives.

...making math meaningful and relevant, and helping students build confidence in their math abilities. I obtained my undergraduate teaching degree from Towson State and my masters degree from the University of Phoenix. I have been teaching math and science for 17 years and love working with students. I care deeply about my students and enjoy supporting them through their learning journey. If you are a struggling math student or need additional support to study for...

...Neuroscience major with my commitment as a student-athlete in track and field. My academic journey has refined my skills in mathematics and provided me with a robust scientific foundation. I am actively seeking tutoring opportunities for math / science, with availability on weekends. I am confident in my ability to tutor introductory science courses and PSAT/SAT math. I graduated from William & Mary as a student-athlete with a B.S. in Neuroscience (GPA = 3.91). I...

...both elementary and high school students. I have also served as an instructional assistant in a summer program at my school in the English Department, so I have decent skills to tutor different subjects beside mathematics and chemistry. In addition, I am currently a researcher at my current institution, focusing on chemical education that aims to study student engagement, which facilitates better learning for students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, running, and spending...