Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Washington DC

I received my B.A. in History from the University of California, Davis and my M.A. in Social Science Research from the University of Chicago. After earning these degrees and spending several years working in the private sector, I decided to pursue a career in teaching. I...

...of environments ranging from elementary schools to the Baltimore City Prison. Given this, I can adapt well to the needs of the tutee. I prefer teaming up with my students to arrive at solutions. I feel this allows the student to behave more comfortably, and in turn, get more out of the material that they are learning. This strategy has worked especially well in the Baltimore City Prison. I do recognize that each student is...

...(JHU) with a double-major in Psychology and Natural Sciences, and worked as a Research Program Coordinator at the JHU School of Medicine during my postbac years. However, I have a passion for teaching and tutoring that I hope to continue sharing. I have plentiful experience working with K-12 students (especially high school students), as well as modest experience working with undergraduate students. In addition to years of experience with tutoring and mentorship, I am genuinely...

...ACT, and LSAT. I graduated from the University of Alabama in 2013, where I was a National Merit Scholar. I then spent one year in the Washington, D.C. area as a SAT/ACT instructor for a testing company, where I taught at four different area high schools and marketed company services to area high school students. I then attended the University of Virginia School of Law, where I was awarded a full tuition scholarship in part...

...Leadership. I also hold a Masters Degree in Urban and Regional Planning from Virginia Tech. After graduation I worked for two years as a high school Geography and Physical Science Teacher in a low-income school with the Teach for America program. Since then I have worked in various Universities doing research on various urban topics such as school quality, demographics, occupations, housing, and economic development. During this time, I also tutored college students in subjects...

...in History and French Studies. Upon graduation, I was awarded the Mann Prize for Romance Languages, which is given to the seniors demonstrating the most outstanding achievements in Romance language studies. As a student at Wesleyan, I've had the opportunity to work as a tutor through my university's peer tutoring program, as well as a course assistant in both Russian language classes (as a native speaker helping English speakers) and an introductory history course. These...

...to reach your goals. I make a great tutor because I am personable and approachable; people are always asking me for assistance in my lab classes and doing problems in class. Additionally, my friends and coworkers trust me to proofread their essays and articles for clients. I am also a student, so I can better relate to the current teaching methods. Finally, I am brilliant and an expert test taker. I was in the top...

Hi, I'm Claudia! I love using the outdoors as a classroom and an opportunity for exploration and expression. I've spent the last several years working with all age groups, from toddlers to college freshmen, to make learning as fun as it is important. Ask me about mollusks or the American South (or anything really)!

...a Foreign Language certification through the University of Toronto. I am an excellent tutor because I am friendly, encouraging, and patient, and I have a passion for teaching high school students. I have first-hand knowledge of the rigor of AP courses, and I understand the stress that accompanies the PSAT and SAT exams. I am dedicated and hardworking, and I had academically successful high school and college careers. At Wake Forest University, I majored in...

...McKennie and I am 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...

...college student at the University of Maryland as a Secondary Education and Government and Politics double major. I am passionate about the realm of education and creating change in my community. In the past I have worked with children aged 4-18 as a swim coach, which taught me the benefits of patience and versatility. I hope to eventually pursue a career in education policy, where I can help to enact necessary changes in our education...

...I first started tutoring during sophomore year of high school and have found it extremely rewarding since. Hearing that I was able to help a student achieve their true potential is the reason I have continued being a tutor. I have experience tutoring several subjects such as Spanish, Science, and all levels of Math up to Pre-Calculus. Moreover, I am currently a Fourth-Year pre-medical undergraduate student at the University of Virginia, majoring in Biology and...

...Honors College program at a major research university. Since 2011, I have taught a wide array of college courses in the areas of communication, rhetoric and public address, public speaking, argumentation, digital humanities, and African American history. I love working with students of different backgrounds, interests, and goals, and I specialize in supporting students who want to become better writers, speakers, critical thinkers, and designers so that they can change the world. As a human...

...with the Casualty Actuary Society, so I work with math every day! Actuaries use math to manage risk, whether it's for an insurance company, a pension fund, or a bank. I know first-hand that math is very useful! My goal is for students to develop a conceptual understanding of the math they're learning, so they can understand what the formulas are doing and how they might apply in the real world. Beyond that, the key...

...the same way. I seek to adapt to you. English is a difficult language to master, and I look forward to applying my knowledge and skill to improving your writing or reading. I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Allegheny College in 2006, and my Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from George Mason University in 2013. I am currently teaching College Composition classes at the Northern Virginia Community College, and would work best with...

...mine to share the knowledge I have gained in the past few years regarding literature, writing, and linguistics with my students. I can effectively tutor in these particular subjects at the elementary, high school and college level, and I am also equipped to advise on college admissions essays. My past tutoring experience includes tutoring elementary schoolers to read, advising high schoolers with college admissions and helping develop the writing skills of undergraduate students. When it...

...freelance writing/editing & blogging as well as newspapers & high-distribution glossies. I eventually left the publishing industry to start my own wellness business. My passion is helping people understand the mind-body connection. With 15 years in the wellness industry as a strength & weightlifting coach, stress management specialist & nutritionist, I've amassed a number of certifications that helped me expand my toolkit & help a broad range of people improve their quality of life. I...

...and I.B. Theatre to English classes with many students with special needs. I am an experienced SAT and ACT verbal instructor, and I love seeing light bulbs go off in the heads of my students as we work through the various patterns used in standardized testing. I believe that everyone can learn, and I think finding what reaches particular students is what makes a teacher great. Having the opportunity to work one-on-one with students and...

...School, a primarily IB school, and took as many IB classes as I could in addition to AP Government. My tutoring experience is primarily with elementary school-age, but I have great rapport with kids K-12. I attended an IB high school (Robinson Secondary School) and took as many IB courses as possible in addition to some AP classes. I will work with students to help them see the connections and break down large concepts into...

...to the US to play college tennis and then I stayed in the US for medical school. I am currently doing a Master's degree in public health and my schedule is very flexible. I am able to offer tutoring in a variety of subjects, especially in the areas of mathematics and science. I have tutored students before for SAT prep and have experience with teaching anatomy. I also taught tennis for five years which is...