Award-Winning SAT Reading Tutors in Washington DC

...start from the basics, finding out first what basics my students are lacking and then preparing my lessons around that. I work with powerpoint presentations to teach the material and rely on worksheets and handouts to give students extra work. I believe that both hands-on and lecture techniques are important to help students excel. I am flexible with my time and am also available for help if you have questions about the lesson and homework...

..."No Child Left Behind" program; adults in Manhattan looking to improve their English (as I am a certified ESL instructor); and private clients in the Veneto region of Italy. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions...

...for 5 years, and interned at Maryland primary schools for 5 years and schools in Philadelphia, PA for 2 years. I earned a BA in Spanish and Psychology from McDaniel College and my teaching certification in Elementary Education in MD. To add, I have masters level graduate degrees in TESOL (from Columbia University), Mental Health, and Professional Counseling (from University of Pennsylvania). Now, I am working towards a Ph.D. in School Psychology (at Howard University)....

I am currently a student at Johns Hopkins University. I would love to have the opportunity to help tutor a student at any age (elementary, middle school, high school). I am a very warm person and I hope to create an environment where a student may feel comfortable with getting help and getting a deeper understanding of their subject. ... Hands on Learning is the most important to me.... Since this is the first time meeting...

...Cell Biology student. I've studied at Berkeley City College in Berkeley, California, and the University of Montana in Missoula. I have ADHD, and love working with people with learning disabilities. I currently tutor Chemistry, Biology, the Verbal section of the SAT, and Math up to Algebra 2. I especially enjoy tutoring the sciences, as I find them endlessly fascinating, and love sharing my enjoyment of them. I teach from the ground up, putting complex ideas...

...medical clinics, and tutoring K-12. Nowadays, I spend most of my tutor hours helping students with any K-12 material, ACT testing, SAT testing, or imparting some admission-worthy wisdom. I want to emphasize on creating a curriculum and plan that will suit your own individualized goals, whatever they may be. I take a personalized approach to tutoring, knowing that everyone learns differently and tailoring counseling to the personal abilities and objectives of my students. I believe...

...Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus I, Calculus II. I have also tutored in Economics and Physics, but I definitely most passionate about Mathematics. In my experience helping students prepare for the SAT, I primarily focus on teaching the Math and Writing sections as I have extensive knowledge on both the content and the format of the tests. I believe that it is important to impart important concepts and problem solving mechanisms to people because it allows...

As a secondary teacher in English, it is my goal to continue to use my passion as a tutor. I have developed a number of key skills and qualities which I will use to provide support for the student. I look forward to use my experience to help my student excel in their area of need.

...when I was growing up, and I look to be the same role model for younger students today. I realize the importance of having a comfortable and fun learning environment, so I make sure that all of my sessions are informal and open, while still being very efficient. Let's learn together. I tutored students throughout pursuing my high school and college degrees. I have worked with high school students to study prealgebra, algebra, geometry, and...

...that I am truly passionate about and I have had many opportunities as a teacher. I was a teaching assistant for two undergraduate courses: Number Theory and Discrete Mathematics. My duties involved giving weekly tutorials and designing and evaluating homework and quizzes. I have also taught underprivileged high school students as part of an NGO. I taught math, computer science and english speaking skills. This is why Mathematics is my favourite subject to tutor. I...

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.

...excited for the opportunity to be a tutor with Varsity Tutors! I am a former college football player at the University of Maryland. I recently graduated from law school and live in Washington, DC where I work as an attorney for a big law firm. I am excited to have the opportunity to tutor students in areas where I have had a great deal of experience and I look forward to meeting you!

I am a patient and knowledgeable teacher. I'd be happy to help you for as long as you need, in the style that best works for you!

...young children, improve and further their education. Since then I have tutored elementary and middle school math, high school chemistry, and reading comprehension. Working with students from my local elementary school is still one of my favorite ways to help my community. Currently, I am pursuing a degree in Sociology and Community Health at the University of Maryland. Other interests of mine include reading, fitness, cooking, and playing with my two dogs!

...black educational institution in the western hemisphere. It is especially important that our students in particular are armed with the knowledge and a visual example of what it takes to graduate from college, gain meaningful employment, and/or endeavor in entrepreneurship. I believe students learn best by repetition in being challenged with the subject matter and their assignments while relating both to the real world. I have designed my own college level curriculum with a mini-lecture...

...a few tips and tricks, you can apply those skills to writing assignments, saving you time and stress. Together we'll conquer whatever writing assignment is on your desk- coursework as well as college and scholarship essays- and build strong writing skills and good habits along the way. I know what makes a great essay because I write 'em and I grade 'em. I'm a published author with seven years of experience as a teaching assistant...

I am a recent college graduate from American University with a passion for teaching reading, writing, and social studies/sciences! I believe experiential learning is most beneficial for students and will try to give my students enough examples about how material might be applied in the real world in my teachings.

...As they learned from me to analyze and write about literature, so I learned from them to consider novel perspectives on the texts we read and tailored my lessons to be more conducive to all viewpoints and backgrounds in the classroom. I now teach composition and literature classes at a community college and tutor at the college's writing center. I've brought with me lessons that I learned from growing up and teaching in Prince George's...

I am nationally registered emergency medical technician and an undergraduate neuroscience major at Johns Hopkins university. I have previously tutored the subjects of geometry and pre-calculus to high school students but am open to working with younger students in math and science. I can also tutor SAT prep and ACT prep. I am a national merit finalist. I currently work in a laboratory at Johns Hopkins researching development and gene-environment interactions.

...Arab Studies program at Georgetown University. Prior to that, I graduated summa cum laude from Emory University with degrees in History and Political Science. I have scored highly in the ACT, PSAT, SAT, and GRE, and was selected as a National Merit Scholar in 2016 based on my PSAT and SAT scores. I also have a background in teaching high schoolers dating back to 2016, and I'm excited help students improve their scores!