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

...research and communication skills. I provide expertise in Government, English, History, Philosophy, Debate, Public Speaking, Writing, and Standardized Testing (especially SAT, GRE, and LSAT). I have 6 years of teaching and tutoring experience in classrooms, online, and in one-on-one settings. Additionally, I have experience working in the Department of Justice. My educational background includes a Bowdoin College BA in Government and Philosophy, Oxford University Visiting Student Year in Philosophy, Politics, Economics (PPE), and London School...

...student at the University of Pennsylvania. I'm studying Political Science and English, with other directed concentrations in French and Marketing courses. I'm based in Philadelphia and also attended high school in the city, so I know my way around extremely well and would be happy to meet with your student or child wherever is most convenient for them! Please message me if you have any questions, I'm very responsive and always available to chat!

...learning disabilities; I address each of their needs through goals and interventions I create, modify and implement based upon individual assessment. I feel it's important to put myself in my student's shoes to create a strong relationship that has a powerful effect on their progress. I enjoy helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, College Essays, Critical Reading, Writing skills, and Public Speaking. I am positive, passionate and dedicated to helping each of my students...

...a lover of languages and a traveler, some of my favorite subjects to teach are reading, writing, French, and world history, but I also love turning standardized test prep into a game to help students succeed while having fun. I personally struggled with the math sections of college admissions exams when I was in high school, but ended up with a near-perfect score, and would love to share my knowledge with others. I speak French,...

Prospective students, I'm dedicated to creating an inclusive learning environment that fosters growth and curiosity. With a student-centered approach, I tailor my teaching to individual strengths and styles, making the learning journey enjoyable and impactful. I aim to inspire a love for learning, encourage a growth mindset, and provide guidance. Excited to connect with you, Dani Shockley

...a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and many more.. My ultimate plan is to go to medical school, but in the meantime I try to...

...in the 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!

...in good hands should you choose to work with me. I have been tutoring students for six years; while I have taught everything from SAT test prep to Mandarin, I am especially passionate about helping others develop their communication skills. I am always working on improving my own skills through my studies at Vanderbilt University, where I am pursuing a major in organizational behavior and three minors in business, film, and studio art. Prior to...

...navigate their network and privilege. One may be born into destitute circumstances, but with their education can rise above their situation. One of the only things that a child should not have to earn is their right to knowledge. Education is a human right. Every single child should be fully equipped to chose their own path in life. Every student under my tutelage will be given access to the best I have to share so...

...I try to imbue all my lessons with that flavor: I believe that a subject you can explain out loud is one you can also write on, so I favor a very conversational tutoring atmosphere where students have freedom to speak up. I can tutor on a number of topics, but my favorite subjects are AP United States History and English Literature. Outside the classroom, I enjoy reading fiction and improving my sad jump shot.

...formally tutored college students. However, I help my fellow college peers with their studies. I am comfortable tutoring students of any age. As a tutor, my main goal is to guide the student and help them gain confidence and eventually be able to understand the subject without my help. Therefore, my style of tutoring involves teaching the core concept of the subject. I understand that each individual learns in a unique manner, and so I...

...program working towards my PsyD with a concentration in psychological assessment. I have experience tutoring students in a broad range of subjects, including Statistics, Biology, Psychology, English, Literature, and History. I am most passionate about helping students become great writers and I truly enjoy reading and editing papers. As a doctoral student and a lifelong learner, I honestly believe that education is crucial and can greatly improve one's life. I hope to inspire the same...

...SAT and ACT tests. With patience, diligence, and a deep understanding of my students' needs, I have helped my students raise their scores up to 200 points on each of the Critical Reading and Writing sections of the SAT test. Students I have tutored and counseled have gone on to receive admissions offers from the University of Chicago, University of Pennsylvania, Cornell, UVA, Johns Hopkins, Carnegie Mellon, Boston College, NYU, UCLA, William and Mary, Amherst,...

...students achieve their academic goals. I have been teaching since 2010 when I joined the Peace Corps and served as an English teacher in a primary and secondary school Ukraine. I also have experience teaching college levels students and worked as a English professor on a Fulbright scholarship to Budapest, Hungary in 2013. I am a recent graduate of the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies, where I earned a Master's degree in International...

...& Preservation at the University of Maryland. In addition to a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, I am pursuing a minor in Construction Project Management. Science in Architecture, I am pursuing a minor in Construction Project Management. An adept leader with strong communication and management skills, I am also An adept leader with strong communication and management skills, I am also proficient in several computer modeling and design software. I am eager to connect with...

...of mine, and I strive to impart that passion to my students. I do not train my students to recite facts and figures. Rather, I encourage them to become self-motivated learners by creating a positive experience that is tailored to each individual. My lesson plans are thus very flexible, and designed with the likes and interests of the student in mind. My goal as a tutor is to prepare students for academic evaluations while also...

...of nonfiction books. I also volunteered with my university's English Language Institute. There I helped a student from South Korea improve his English skills and acclimate to life in the United States. Upon graduating, I was awarded the prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to teach English in Malaysia. I am patient, organized, focused, compassionate, and driven. I think my greatest asset as a tutor is my flexibility. There are a multitude of ways to approach every question...

I am a current Philosophy student in the Honors Program at George Washington University. From 1st through 12th grade, I was homeschooled; as a result, I believe I have a unique perspective on learning. I am excited to share this perspective with you!

I love music, good food, and the mountains. I am passionate about anything that combines learning and science. I live to empower others through self-discovery.

...I enjoy using data and feedback to determine the best way to help them reach their goals. Not only do I have experience with French and Spanish languages, but have also spent time living in French and Spanish speaking countries and would be able to help prospective students plan for trips and/or other cultural exchange events. I am also happy to help with Math, SAT Prep, Reading, Writing, Grammar, and other English skills. I look...