Award-Winning SAT Reading Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...worked as a paralegal in a mid-sized law firm in Washington, D.C. Currently, I am a first-year student at The George Washington University Law School. I have taken the LSAT more than once and I am here to help future test-takers to work their way up to the 90th percentile and above on the LSAT. Patience and practice are two of the most valuable components of my teaching methodology. Preparing for and taking the LSAT...

...and worked as a bioinformatician/data analyst at UVA's Center for Brain, Immunology, and Glia. During my four years, I have successfully applied for 3 research grants and 1 scholarship independently. I have published 1 paper in Nature and recently submitted another. I hope to become a medical scientist (MD/PhD) involved in translational medicine, so that I can develop and arm doctors and nurses with new and powerful tools to better combat diseases.

...experience in providing cultural competency trainings to diverse audiences ranging from middle school students to licensed psychologists obtaining continuing education credits. Reading and writing - I have written multiple publications and presentations within the field of psychology. Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions. My theory is that we work better when we have a knowledgeable, caring and supportive mentor guiding and challenging us. If you feel like this would be a...

...(BA English and French) and have an MA in English. I lived in France for two years, making me a great resource for French learners of all levels. I attended a rigorous prep school in Seattle, so I know what it takes to thrive in such environments. I'm excited to help you not only to excel in your courses and to grow in confidence, but also to gain a deeper appreciation for the subjects as...

After graduating with a degree in philosophy, my conscience left me with no choice but to find a job doing something meaningful. Like Aristotle, I think the ability to think for yourself is essential to living a happy life. Like Socrates, I think inquiry is essential to cultivating this ability. I love people and I love conversation. To engage personally while exchanging and inspiring ideas is, for me, one of life's greatest pleasures.... I strive to...

...impact of education in post-genocide Rwanda, assisted high school students in Nepal with college admissions essays, taught business English to hotel staff in China, and worked as a preschool teacher in Taiwan. I have experience teaching English Language Arts, phonics, grammar, English conversation, elementary math, and beginner Chinese. However, reading and writing remain my favorite subjects. As a tutor, my top priority is understanding each student's unique needs, background, and talents. This enables me to...

I have alway enjoyed teaching, starting while I was in high school with inner-city Chicago sixth graders, and continuing with identifying, training, developing and encouraging young talent in 25 years of business. I believe there always is an infinite world of information to learn and we should learn to enjoy and share what we learn.

...as a valedictorian which, in turn, helped me get a scholarship to attend Loyola University New Orleans. While I was there I applied myself in equal measure and was able to graduate Cum Laude with a Major in Latin American Studies and a Minor in Music. I also had the opportunity to pursue a bit of adventure during college, spending a full six months living in Latin America as a public health intern in Honduras...

...to tutor and I love to keep up my self learning in advanced concepts. While taking economics courses I started tutoring by helping struggling students through classes we had together, and by word of mouth ended up tutoring a number of students in the economics department. I am passionate about learning and took as many courses as possible in college including courses in chemistry, physics, biology and opera performance. I am also passionate about teaching....

I'm a Maryland native who loves good music, dramatic movies, and travel. Another one of my favorite things is working with students from all walks of life; I've been happily tutoring and mentoring for more than four years. I practice student-centered tutoring, which means I like to spend a little more time in the beginning trying out various learning techniques (written, oral, movement-based) to discover which best helps my student succeed.

...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 motivational psychology, as well as my experiences and training as an AVID GDL, I specialize in an adaptable, mentoring instruction...

Hi! I'm a neuroscience student at the University of Virginia. I've been tutoring students for three years in various levels of math and English.

...graduated in the top five percent of my class with a 3.935 GPA, studying Government as well as Justice & Peace Studies. I was 4th in my graduating class from high school with a 4.11 GPA and numerous AP credits. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math and English. During college I worked with non-profit organizations, including a literacy tutoring program, and was on the Mock Trial Team. I'll be attending Georgetown Law in the...

...designed to meet student goals. I am certified to teach English as a foreign language. My experience includes working with adults just starting to learn English, adults with considerable knowledge and experience, and advanced learners. Conversation tutoring helps build confidence and vocabulary. American accent training helps learners sound more like native speakers. I have worked with students from around the world including China, Korea, South America, Jamaica, and Africa. I offered virtual and in-person writing...

...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 love teaching social sciences and writing. It's so great to see a light go on when you connect a...

My academic background includes an undergraduate degree in International Relations and a Master's in Applied Math and Statistics, which I am currently pursuing. Outside of school my interests are reading, music, TV, working out, exploring the city, traveling, and generally keeping an open mind.... I like to adapt a teaching session to a student's strengths and learning styles. My focus in test prep is to develop deductive and inductive reasoning skills to ensure that all possible...

...am majoring in Computer Information Systems. I thoroughly enjoy teaching any topics related to Math, English, Economics, and Business. I am also quite familiar with the IB program as well as the SAT. I have always been passionate about helping people from underprivileged backgrounds achieve their educational goals. Therefore, I have worked as a volunteer tutor for many programs designed to help children that do not have access to other resources. I have also taken...

...I get to help build a science fair project board every year. I was also a camp counselor for three summers caring for on average twenty children ages 5-10. Then I began professionally tutoring through my high school when I was sixteen until I was eighteen. I assisted middle schoolers and high schoolers, ages 11-18, on their core subjects: math, reading, social sciences, and physical sciences. I also assisted them in Spanish (all levels), AP...

...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 Ireland is my favorite place out of the many countries I have visited. When I am not teaching and...

I have spent a lot of time tutoring people of all ages -- I have worked with preschoolers, kids in elementary school, and adults. I really like to learn and experience as much as I can: I spent a year teaching in Korea and another four months traveling the globe. I hope that my enthusiasm is infectious!