Award-Winning SAT Reading Tutors in Rockville, MD

...name is Caitlin, and I'm an Education Major (BS Elementary Education) and Environmental Studies Minor at Roanoke College on my way to receiving my Elementary and Special Education Licenses in the State of Virginia. I am a recipient of the Federal TEACH Grant and can't wait to get started after my graduation in May 2021! I wish for all of my students to feel comfortable with their content, not be afraid to ask questions, and...

I love helping others with processes I've found difficult at times myself. Having struggled with incompatible teaching methods, I know they can make all the difference in how successful a student is at a given assignment or in a class overall.

...a course assistant in both Russian language classes (as a native speaker helping English speakers) and an introductory history course. These experiences have taught me that the most important approach to education is empathy and seeking to meet the student at their level, no matter where they are, and building from there. I tutor a broad range of subjects, and I am most experienced with conversational language learning, essay writing help, study tactics, and actively...

...philosophy but also political science, history, and an array of other areas. In my undergraduate studies, I pursued English literature. My interests and diverse and my teaching style is dynamic, flexible, and fun. I try to encourage students to draw their own conclusions and their own approaches to the material, and help them develop not just proficiency but an actual interest in the material itself. In addition to academic things, I am a musician, writer...

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!

I am a college graduate with experience tutoring students at all levels and an excellent academic record. I have also worked as a TA in an intro biology lab. I have taken the SSAT, SAT, various AP exams, and the GRE. In my free time I enjoy reading, running, baking, and live music.... It is important to determine what a student already knows, what concepts he or she is comfortable with, and if he or she...

...and to prepare them for future academic success. I'm a rising sophomore at UC Berkeley, studying Economics and Public Health. I love working with others, getting involved on campus, and spending time with family and friends. In high school and freshmen year of college, I was on the Speech Team. Getting to know the speech and debate community has been truly amazing, and I know my passions shine through with everything I do. I also...

...on: Scholarship Application Essays College Application Essays Grad School Application Essays Research Driven Writing Academic Essays (focusing on Social Studies and English) Personal Essays Building Writing Confidence: Writing is a difficult process that few have mastered. It can be daunting to tackle it alone. I work with students to increase their faith in their own skill. I do this by focusing on the prewriting and planning stages of the writing process. I also help students...

D.O. student, Touro University Nevada Biochemistry and Molecular Biology B.S., University of Maryland, Baltimore County I emphasize foundational knowledge, high-yield study habits and test-taking strategies. Because I was a commuter with a part-time job during undergrad, I understand the pressures students face in meeting their obligations. I strive to produce results quickly by developing efficient, sustainable study strategies.

...taught me crucial elements of both aspects and I am very anxious and excited to bring my skills to your learner to maximize his or her potential. Finally, when I'm not teaching or tutoring you can find me outdoors hiking, biking, skiing or on the water. I love reading, travel and sports. I'm loyal to my childhood teams from growing up in Pittsburgh. I very much enjoy my work at Varsity Tutors and hope to...

...a freshman at the University of Maryland, College Park studying cell biology and genetics. I especially love to tutor math and biology using fun tips and tricks that make learning easy. In addition, I love language and have extensive English and Spanish experience across many different levels. I believe everyone should experiment with new methods of learning to understand what works best for them. My main focus is helping students break down content into small,...

I am a senior consultant specializing in journalistic essay writing and political research on foreign countries. In my spare time, I enjoy volunteering as an after-hours English/Language Arts teacher at Kramer Middle School and writing. I was a Math major at Williams College, class of 2015.... Students learn best when they learn how to think about problems instead of just memorizing lists of rules. Teaching should be customized for each student.

...I have volunteered to teach a wide range of subjects to students of all ages. In doing so, I've learned to step into the shoes of my students in order to help them master their material. I've also been able to step outside my own comfort zone, performing in a rock band and joining a salsa dance club. I'm positive that I can use my knowledge and experiences to help students excel!... I recognize that every...

...and behavioral biology. I am on the pre-med track and hope to help students achieve their goals by helping them understand different subjects in order to progress towards college. I am determined to help students with their ACT/SAT scores as I believe that having a good understanding of entrance exams will in turn be a great asset when applying to colleges. As I had gotten a 35 on the ACT (around a 1570 on SAT)...

...the challenges students can face. I am in the M.D.-Ph.D program at Johns Hopkins University (graduating in May!), and I have a B.S. in Zoology with a Minor in Neuroscience from Miami University. I've taught students at all levels (age 4 up through adult learners), focusing on different areas within biology and math. I have experience translating challenging concepts and scientific language into simpler terms. I look forward to helping you achieve your goals!... I like...

I aspire equally to knowledge and goodness. I am committed to encouraging students and adults to respect, inspire, and learn. Education is a force multiplier and promotes a balance of intellectual curiosity, engagement, leadership, and service in the pursuit of excellence: academic, civic, and moral.

...challenges and joys that come with each of these groups. My teaching style adapts for each student, but as a default I'm big on using visuals and having hands-on experience. Whether that means getting manipulatives for teaching arithmetic or creating practice data-sets for hands on stats practice, I'll make sure we can find a way to give students' their best chance to learn in a hands-on way. Reach out and see how I can help...

I tutor math topics from elementary (arithmetic, geometry, algebra, trigonometry) through college (single and multivariable calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, probability). Whether your goal is remediation, test prep, or enrichment, I can help you reach it.

...what it's like to really wrestle with a subject, and I know what kind of assistance is helpful (and what kind of assistance/teaching is not). I think this--empathizing with a student and knowing the difference between good and bad help--is the most important quality of a good tutor. And just as importantly, I will work hard to tailor each tutoring session to the student's needs. I know that everyone's learning style is different, and I...

...in Cognitive Science and Medicine, Science, and the Humanities. I have worked as a tutor for 6 years now in a variety of subjects, ranging from biology to math to languages (Mandarin, Spanish, ELA/ESL). In addition, I will be starting medical school in the fall of 2020 so I can tutor subjects related to the MCAT or college/graduate admissions. My philosophy is to explain the new information in a way that you can relate it...