Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Rockville, MD

...years to equip students with critical thinking, argumentation, and language arts creativity skills. I hold a Master of Arts in Communication from West Texas A&M University and I was a member of the policy debate team at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. I teach or have taught AP Seminar, AP English Language, AP English Literature, creative writing, reading, English Language Development, and speech and debate. I'm looking forward to helping you become a stronger writer,...

...organize their binders, planners, and test calendars. We spend some of our time working on study skills and reading/writing strategies that they use to complete their assignments more effectively and efficiently. I also have experience working for writing labs, revising student essays for class assignments and college applications. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you! Feel free to contact me to discuss your interests and needs and I would be happy to...

...of the best teachers in the state. I think it is also important to note that I am currently in a masters program for educational leadership, which highlights my commitment to teaching and learning. I have also previously scored for College Board for AP Language and Composition, which gives me helpful insight into the inner workings of those assignments, and thus even more informed on how to prepare students for it. I adore teaching. Every...

...college paper or at The New York Times. Most students come to me for my encouraging spirit and fun attitude because I always want to make learning a positive experience. Writing an essay or dissecting a book really boils down to the art of storytelling -- and I think, no matter your age, we all can appreciate to the transformative power of stories. Not everyone finds their words easily, and some even feel ashamed to...

...watched Casablanca and I learned about the German invasion of France and the puppet government they installed to be sympathetic to the Nazi political movement - I was always learning. This passion continued with my into my collegiate life, where I felt motivated and driven to pursue double majoring while also running for - and getting - leadership positions in professional academic groups. This is the passion for learning and the drive for excellence that...

...from the Air Force Institute of Technology. My master's and bachelor's degrees are also in physics. I am a lifelong mentor, tutor, and have taught physics and mathematics at the high school and college level. I truly enjoy seeing students understand what was once challenging to them. I have tutored in physics, algebra, geometry, and introductory python. I belong to a lot of professional STEM organizations, so I don't have a lot of free time....

...language learner, novelist, dad, and student of the world; I love to help people make connections to English from Latin. I have taught high school Latin and tutored for the SAT for several years. I am TEFL certified, and I have experience teaching students of many different nationalities. I can help you see around corners to tackle difficult concepts or help you prepare for the next big test in a wide variety of subjects. Let's...

...moving to the US, I worked with students who needed to retake the GCSE maths test, which students in England have to take at age 16, and successfully helped numerous students to pass this when they'd previously thought themselves unable to. I want to help students to succeed and realize their full potential, and will work at the speed which best suits them, making sure they have a firm grasp of each topic before moving...

...well as improve in their high school Math and Humanities courses. I have written and edited test questions and preparation materials for a college admissions test, and I am currently the Algebra 1 teacher at a private school. I believe there is no substitute for (and no way to fake) that spontaneous "ohhh, I get it!!" response when a student truly grasps a concept, and I am committed to helping every student reach that euphoric moment...

...followed the pre-med curriculum. I have a great deal of experience (about 3-4 years) in tutoring students of various ages - whether it be test prep, course work (economics, biology, various math levels), etc. I believe in a three pronged approach to helping students - clarity, comprehension, and persistence. It is my hope that I can encourage students to seek their full potential. When not tutoring, I enjoy playing basketball, listening to music, and cooking.

...I like to plan sessions ahead of time so that our sessions can be as organized and rewarding as possible. I believe in making tests feel more like games than like exams, and to do this, I focus on testing strategy, which has proved successful for me during my SAT and graduate level exams. In addition to my background in test prep, english and math tutoring, I have also been a teacher of improv comedy...

...students individually and in large groups, developing curricula and mentoring college applicants. In this time, I have spent thousands of hours working with students, and I feel well-equipped to work with your child. My tutoring style begins without any assumptions about a student's needs, which I believe is critical to their success. The advantage of tutoring versus a large classroom setting is that I can direct lessons to your child's particular struggles and abilities. I...

...student should be. After all, we all learn in very different ways! I am a recent graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park. I hold a Bachelor of Arts, double majoring in English Language & Literature and Cinema & Media Studies, with a minor in Creative Writing. I am most passionate about tutoring English subjects, like essay writing, grammar, reading comprehension, etc., as well as Film Studies and Filmmaking subjects. I hope to go...

...myself, as a student). Most recently, I taught English as a Foreign Language to over 200 students in Jinan, Shandong Province, China. The experience was rewarding not only from a professional standpoint, but from an immersive cultural perspective as well. I believe that in order to succeed, students need to see learning as an engaging, rewarding, and fun challenge. Through encouragement and positive feedback, learning and achievement become less of a chore and more something...

...in those literature gray areas you are struggling with. For the college student who needs help with English Literature, Poetry or help preparing for the GRE exam, my methods will help improve your test scores. My teaching philosophy is simple, "...a little learning is a dangerous thing, drink deep or taste not the Pierian spring..."What this A.Pope quote is simply saying is do not learn things halfway and think you know it all, act like...

...the DMV area since 2012. I have tutored Elementary through College students in a variety of subjects including math, English, chemistry, biology, physics, and Arabic, both in person and online. By tutoring at a test prep company, I have gained extensive experience with SAT/ACT prep. By working as a certified tutor with Montgomery College's Disabilities Support Services Learning Center, I have extensive experience tutoring students with learning disabilities. I establish a personalized study plan with...

...Chemistry, AP biology, AP physics 1, AP Calculus BC, multivariable calculus/linear algebra, AP Government and politics, AP language and composition, AP Art, psychology/sociology, and AP French. I worked at Kumon and have experience working with preschool, elementary, and middle school students as well. I am very comfortable tutoring in math and science up to the high school/intro college level. I am passionate about teaching and it is important to me that you learn!

...matter. Once ownership happens, it becomes easier to engage and ask questions that lead to understanding. I graduated from Georgetown University in May 2012 with a degree in Government and English. I have taught middle and high school students in DC and South Africa, as well as tutored undergraduate students at Georgetown. I believe everyone has the necessary tools to be successful in the classroom. I am not an expert in any one subject, but...

...and to bolster my curiosity and dedication to learning. I am dedicated to be this inspiration for other students and to give back in the way I have been helped. I have tutored elementary through undergraduate in various sciences and math. I have a lot of experience tutoring students with learning differences such as ADHD, ADD, dyslexia and social challenges. My personal philosophy is to customize my tutoring to each student to find what they...

...almost ten years in a variety of subjects. I love working with students of all ages, but have the most experience with students in 6th to 12th grade. I love History because I love how it is like learning a story of the past, and there is always a new detail to learn that makes it more interesting. However, I also love subjects that help me learn about the world around us, like psychology and...