Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Richmond, VA

...biology. Early on in high school (Maggie L. Walker Governor's School graduate), I discovered a passion for helping others and I now have had hundreds of hours of tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects including chess, computer programming, math, and SAT prep. In addition to the subjects previously listed, I would also tutor Spanish and chemistry as they are subjects I am comfortable with. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing chess (rated 2013...

...to inspire students to develop skills for their futures. My undergraduate biology research background lends itself not only to tutoring in Biology but also in Critical Reading and Writing. I really enjoy helping students with the Writing section for Standardized Tests, because I think that it is so valuable for students to learn the most effective way to express their ideas to others. My greatest strength as a tutor comes from my ability to understand...

...the AVID system. At the same time, I also tutored an individual who was failing four out of his five core classes. In three classes he had less than a 40%, and was in danger of dropping out of school. After four weeks of tutoring, he was passing all his classes. He graduated on time the following year and now attends community college. I'm a great tutor because I have a comprehensive understanding of all...

...My primary experience is with SAT prep, as one of my summer internships in college was to start an SAT tutoring company in my hometown of Ephrata, PA. My students improved their test scores an average of 200 points after meeting for 6-8 sessions with me! Aside from that I've always helped my babysitting charges and younger siblings with countless hours of homework. I love helping all levels and I enjoy the challenge of matching...

...have minors in Italian and Mathematical Studies. For a year and half, I worked as a peer tutor at my university. As part of a university club, I volunteered at local low-income pre-schools. I planned lessons that my club members and I used to teach pre-school classes. The topics included historical events and science. Working with preschoolers was interesting as you could see the curiosity in their eyes. These lessons gave them a spark, and...

...certified to teach Pre-K through 6th grade. I have worked with children of all ages and I've tutored students in all of the core subjects, mostly focusing on math and reading. I've also taught preschool and tested preschool children. I've taught English to refugees from several nations, mostly adults, although children were sometimes in the classes. I love working with students. I love to help them learn and I enjoy getting to know them. My...

I have a strong background in English. My years of travel experience have helped me develop excellent cultural sensitivity and awareness, and I work well with people from all backgrounds. I am especially familiar with critical analysis of film and theater, but have studied a variety of literary traditions.

...about the complexity of the human body and making it understandable to others. I worked as an EMT for a 2 years (1 part time, 1 almost full time) and studied biology in undergrad, where I graduated with honors and had a biology GPA of 3.87. Although I like learning, one of my favorite activities is teaching others about the subject I love. When I was in undergrad, I spent 2 semesters as a teaching...

...I'm originally from Connecticut, I attended college and law school in Buffalo, New York. While there, I worked for a test prep agency helping students prepare for the SAT and the LSAT. In 2003, I moved to Richmond. I worked with the Virginia Department of Taxation for 7 years doing policy work and assisting with the legislative process. In 2011, I began working for Bryant and Stratton College, where I taught students in the Paralegal...

...now a graduate student studying Psychology, with a specialization in child psychology. I am comfortable working with students of all ages. I have extensive experience tutoring and volunteering with kids, especially those in elementary and middle school, both here and in India. I also have experience tutoring adult English Language Learners. I consider myself to be strongest in English (literature, critical reading and writing, grammar/spelling), K-12 Mathematics, History, Spanish, and Psychology. I am also comfortable...

...a passion for helping students achieve their law school goals. I can help you achieve your score and school goals as I scored a top 5% score and got into a top law school. I can help you learn in ways that fit your style so you can learn effectively. I look forward to helping you on your journey and getting to know you throughout the process. Good luck in your endeavors!

...a medical student in Virginia. In addition to my educational experience, I have nearly five years of work experience in the biomedical field. My expertise lies in the life sciences and standardized testing. I have tutored the MCAT, SAT, ACT, and GRE. I understand the importance of attaining high scores on standardized exams, as these often can open up many great educational and professional opportunities. In my spare time I love to play basketball and...

...a wide variety of subjects but I have strength and experience in mathematics, reading, writing, and SAT preparation. The College awarded me with the Evelyn Melvin Scholarship for these abilities. Through my academic expertise and positive attitude, I can ensure that every student I tutor will improve significantly. I seek to not only develop a student's skills in a particular subject, but to foster a great appreciation for learning in general. My eclectic experience in...

Second-year at William and Mary history major focusing on the 20th century, specifically experiences of non-westerners and otherwise marginalized voices. I believe that community and connection are essential to the human experience. I aspire to share stories with others through poetry and prose to contribute to a more cohesive society. Tutoring is a way to connect on an individual basis in order to facilitate the spread of knowledge.

...University and received my Master's in Linguistics with a TESL certification. I have always loved school, which allows me to instill that joy in my students to get them motivated. I believe in a comfortable and communicative environment for my students to thrive in. A main focus in my ESL teaching philosophy is to allow the transition from my sessions to a new environment, such as their school classroom, as easy as possible. Providing students...

...received my PhD in Educational Policy and Leadership. I have worked tutoring children and adults in Virginia looking to improve their English (as I am a certified ESL instructor); and private clients in the DC region in SAT/ACT prep for the last 7 years. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, and Test Prep. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests is the most...

I am a VCU graduate pursuing my career in teaching. I am incredibly passionate about literature and history and I want to impart my knowledge on to others. There is nothing that pleases me more than being able to help others develop knowledge and understanding of things that I love! Looking to deepen my level of teaching by helping students reach there goals.... I want to be able to relate subjects in which students are having...

...I'm super excited to share my lifelong love of education with you or your child. I am a remote freshman at the College of William & Mary this year. I will meet and exceed your expectations in K-12 education or SAT prep by breaking down each problem into manageable parts and tailoring my approach to each specific student. I am flexible for booking Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and available early morning, evening, and...

...I worked as the Administrative Assistance for the Institutional Review Board at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. My educational experience also extends to faith-based universities and parochial middle and high schools. My classroom teaching experience include Performing Arts, Religion, English Language Arts and ACT/SAT preparation. In addition to developing intervention programs, I have served as the coordinator for the Afterschool Education and Safety program(ASES). During this time, I created the Young Lady...

...applying to the M.Ed. program at the University of Virginia, planning to become a certified public school science teacher. I also tutor SAT, IELTS, TOEFL, Life Sciences, Biology and Math. I do not necessarily have a favorite subject to tutor. All subjects are equally interesting and challenging. As a tutor, patience is key; I would say my favorite part of tutoring is being able to explain a concept in many different ways until the student...