Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...also a current public health professor for university students. I am bilingual English and Spanish and have taught primary school children in Cusco, Peru and have served as a college tutor in College Algebra, Western Civilizations, and Spanish. I also have experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, working with children on the autism spectrum. I hold a Master of Arts degree in International Relations and a Bachelor of Arts degree as a triple major in Anthropology,...

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)!

...have continued supporting students in Mandarin Chinese since graduating from the University of California, Irvine. My expertise spans social studies, mathematics, science, and Mandarin, allowing me to connect meaningfully with learners and support them in achieving a wide range of academic goals. Understanding that academic stress can be overwhelming, I strive to incorporate engaging and enjoyable materials alongside core content to create a more relaxed and supportive learning environment. This balance not only helps lift...

...University of Maryland, College Park, and I am currently studying biology. I've had experience tutoring students from 2nd grade to college. My expertise lies in Conversational French, reading, math, biology, chemistry, and biochemistry. By working with you, I hope to help you gain first the confidence that you CAN be successful in this material. We will look at what you're struggling with and develop studying techniques best fitted to maximize your learning potential. I'm really...

...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!

...Map Math Assessment and 62% of our 6th-8th graders to perform at or above the 50th percentile on the NWEA Map ELA Assessment on our Spring 2019 Map Assessment for both Math and ELA. Using an intervention and extension program that I re-designed called "Lab," we were able to reach our ELA MAP goal and grew to 64% and our goal was for 62% of our 6th-8th graders to perform at or above the 50th...

...politics and history. While at Georgetown, I served as a Teaching Assistant for a Master's level Comparative Government and Policy course in my program, working mostly with foreign students struggling to grasp the sophisticated concepts presented in class. Prior to attending Georgetown, I earned a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Government & Politics and History from the University of Maryland, College Park. Between degrees, I worked as a Youth Development Professional at an elementary school...

...to students across diverse settings. I care about tutoring because I recognize the value of empowering students to achieve their full academic potential. Through my training and experience, I have realized the critical importance of reaching students at prime teachable moments in order to reduce their frustration and maximize their excitement for learning. Thus, I am drawn to the online and in-home tutoring because it facilitates effective collaborative learning that is based in and proven...

...needs. I believe that every student is capable of success when equipped with the right tools, strategies, and encouragement. My approach emphasizes building confidence, fostering critical thinking, and making learning both enjoyable and relevant. Whether a student seeks to master challenging concepts, enhance academic performance, or develop independent study skills, I am dedicated to guiding them every step of the way. Together, we can transform challenges into opportunities for growth and achievement.

I am a constant learner with a passion for not only helping students achieve their highest potential academically, but also acquire some level of comfort, if not pleasure, from reading and writing. I thoroughly enjoy working with young people and find that the learning is always a two-way process when I interact with students.... I am always researching strategies and methods to help students connect with the subject matter and work through challenging assignments. I...

...Affairs, Security Policy, and Latin America at George Washington University. Next fall, I will begin my Master's Degree in Politics and International Studies from Cambridge University. I am eager to help students in writing, history, government, and Spanish. In my spare time, I volunteer as a student educator at a DC-based nonprofit that uses Division 1 athletes as health instructors. As a tutor, I want to promote a safe environment for students to ask questions,...

...personal focus of study is military and social history and how they intersect. While working toward my degree, I was employed at both National Park Service Historic sites and a museum. In these wonderful settings, I learned how to make history come alive in all sorts of different ways. I'm a firm believer in using our location to its best advantage. Why "tutor" history when the student can live it? I also use all of...

...school mathematics (basic arithmetic, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, Trig, AP Statistics) for 3 years and have taught/coached mathematics teachers. I have experience with curriculum development and design and currently work in education policy. Learning is so fun once you realize it doesn't have to be difficult or boring and it's lifelong for me! There is no teaching without learning. No excuses! Just do it! I'm here with you and we will conquer the content!

...in History and Pre-Med at the University of Michigan, a Master of Education at Harvard Graduate School of Education, and am completing a Graduate degree in Social Work at the University of Edinburgh. I have taught, tutored, and mentored students in different schools and organizations across the country. I have also worked as a counselor, advisor, and co-curricular instructor for students at the University of Michigan. I have extensive knowledge and experience in history, reading,...

My goal is to help my students enjoy learning and to feel as confident as possible in subjects where they experience difficulties. I aim to set my students up for "small wins" as they master a more challenging subject, so that they can derive greater confidence and a sense of accomplishment as they learn.

I am an International Business major at Howard University. I have a passion for the acquisition of knowledge and an even deeper passion for service and education. I am most qualified in AP History subject, AP English subjects, elementary math, elementary English, and ACT prep. I believe education should be concise and practical--finding ways to apply academia to real life. ... Take the concept piece by piece, helping them understand it one step at a time.

...with a bachelors degree in Mass Communications and from The Johns Hopkins University with masters in Public Policy. I also have a graduate certificate in Digital Media Skills from American University. When I am not on social media planning communication strategy, I enjoy binge watching my favorite shows, researching random topics on the interweb, reading news articles, and hanging out with family and friends. There is a point in every student's life where you notice...

...I am primarily an early elementary teacher specializing in pre-K to 3rd grade. I teach all subject areas but get the most excited to teach the science of reading and skills of writing! I am currently getting my Master's in Early Childhood Education from the University of Colorado at Denver and have experience in 1:1 tutoring as well as small group settings. I have also taught in mixed grade classrooms, with small class sizes focused...

I enjoy designing illustrations of cover art for books, comics, graphic novels and journals. I also enjoy photography, using the latest techniques and trends in the art world and creating innovative projects. Having worked and interned as a graduate student at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. I'm always ready for an educational adventure!

...was not always so. Truth be told, I struggled greatly through high school. This path taught me, on a personal level, that not every student learns the same way. Therefore, my approach to teaching and tutoring is centered around uncovering the unique challenges each student faces, and then helping them build a set of tools that will empower them to learn in any environment, whether that's high school, college, or the workplace.