Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...a Master's of Public Administration at Widener University. I culminated my educational attainment by earning my Doctorate in Management in Organizational Leadership at the University of Phoenix. While working towards each of these degrees respectively, I worked at an Elementary School tutoring both emotionally disturbed and traditional students. I also tutored students at the undergraduate and graduate levels of college, while a student. I tutor a multitude of subjects. Of those subjects, I am most...

...During my time at Florida State I also took a number of classes relating to Biology and Graphic Design. I have a professional educator's certificate issued by the State of Florida Department of Education. I am endorsed in reading and ESOL. Since graduation, I have spent time being a 4th grade teacher of reading and social studies, helping to run a retail store, and traveling. During my time as a 4th grade teacher I also...

...double minor in Biology and Spanish. Having just moved to Washington, DC, I am loving getting to know my new home city! Aside from getting lost on the way to and from work, I like to read and write, play soccer, spend time outdoors, and spend time with my friends. I have previous short-term teaching experience in Peru and Spain, and am near-fluent in Spanish. I believe in the power of positive thinking, hard work,...

...Hill, since it was a chance to help other students with writing and foreign language studies. I love to read, write, and learn languages, so I studied journalism, international relations, and Chinese. After school, I moved to China and taught ESL to all ages as a teacher and private tutor. My classes were always designed to maximize variety and engagement so that students could not only have fun but also practice using the skills they...

...for one student might not work with another. I've learned this over the course of 14 years of tutoring as well as classroom teaching experience. My students have come from a variety of backgrounds, including special needs, and I always work hand-in-hand with parents to identify where the student needs the most help. I've taught Spanish, Hebrew, Arabic, Writing, and resume/career skills, amongst other topics. I believe that for a student to truly succeed, he...

I am here to help you learn, grow, and achieve. With patience, and dedication, we will accomplish every educational goal you set for yourself. I have a background with algebra, and affinity for writing. I look forward to hearing from you!... Knowledge develops through patience. In my opinion, the only way to learn is through trial and error. Sometimes, when we run into obstacles and confusion, it can be really frustrating. I am here to help...

...with young children who were learning English. After graduating from NYU in 2013, I went on to serve as Program Coordinator for their Executive MBA Program. I just recently returned from a year abroad in the beautiful country of Chile. I arrived in Chile via the United Nations Development Program to teach English in an underfunded public school. I extended my time in Latin America by teaching individual classes to adults at an English language...

I graduated with honors from New York University and studied history and literature. I have spent over six years tutoring and teaching students of all ages, in a variety of subjects. I am looking forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your learning goals!

...I'm eager to help students with their writing before it reaches a grader. I know the challenges students face and what teachers/professors are looking for in papers. Good study skills can also make all the difference to a student's efficacy and I enjoy finding what works for them! I take a positive, motivational approach to what is often a frustrating situation for the student. We will work together to meet their specific needs and learn...

...Quaker, liberal arts school in the Philadelphia suburbs. Prior to having attended Haverford, I graduated from The Lawrenceville School; a boarding high school in Central New Jersey (and one of the top high schools in the country). I have a very strong background in the social sciences, the humanities, English (grammar + lit), and French (language, culture + politics). In addition to the aforementioned subjects, I tutor students in the ISEE (having taken them myself,...

I graduated college with Aerospace Engineering and Political Science degrees with honors and continue to do work that combines social sciences and STEM concepts.

...students and an experience working with young people to my position as a tutor. While at BU, I worked as a Student Adviser for incoming freshmen, and served on the college's Academic Conduct Committee. More recently, I have been a youth basketball coach in the Arlington County Rec League. I feel that the most effective tutors are those who are both passionate and knowledgeable about the subjects they are teaching. The tutor must empower the...

I am a recent graduate from an international relations masters program. I am especially qualified to teach students in the social sciences. ... My teaching philosophy is to encourage questions and open discussion. I feel that active learning, where students are making the connections themselves is the most beneficial to them. Having a friendly and relaxed space for learning is important to me as well.... Get to know the student. Figure out what they want to...

...run they have the answer, but in the long run they lose out on the skill to answer future questions. I believe in guiding a student to an answer, not just giving it too them. Its like the parable "give a man a fish, he eats for a day, but teach a man to fish and he eats for a lifetime." I view my job as a tutor to teach students not only the subject,...

...school, I've grown to love watching a student's face light up after realizing they finally understand. There's nothing better than knowing you helped them get to that point. Currently a senior at BYU, I study Interdisciplinary Humanities and English. I'm the oldest of a large family in Maryland, just outside of DC. If all goes as planned, I'll be a graduate student at the University of Maryland-College Park next fall! I work with students of...

...Fulton College at ASU with a Master of Education in Elementary Education. I enjoy working with students on Math, Reading, and History. Every students learning needs are different, and I work to adapt my teaching style to the individual. I am passionate about teaching and helping students reach their goals! In my free time, I enjoy working out and doing Crossfit, reading nonfiction, cooking, baking, and spending time with my dog, Dolly.

...I'm comfortable not only with tutoring, but also as a teacher, using a curriculum (including Common Core standards) to craft an individualized learning plan for a student and finding a variety of resources and lesson plan strategies that fit their learning styles to help them succeed. Given my experience, I'm also very comfortable working with students who are behind or overage for their grade, have reading related learning disabilities, or are ESL learners.

...Civil Engineering and Geography. I have plenty of experience tutoring other college students in a wide range of academic disciplines, and have also helped assist students of varying ages in their preparations for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, and GMAT. I know that standardized tests can be a source of anxiety for many, but I believe that with appropriate preparation and study techniques anyone can master their required standardized test. I consider your...

...in students' successes. I have some knowledge to share, whether it be in SAT/ACT test prep, math, writing, or college apps, and it's fun and satisfying being able to empower others to succeed. In my free time, you'll catch me on my couch (watching a lot of TV -- I'm as sharp-tongued as Lorelai Gilmore), at a pool (playing water polo), at a random sporting event (writing about it for various newspapers), or taking classes...

...in May 2015. I love school, and I miss having it as a part of my life! By working with Varsity Tutors, I hope to help students of all ages reach their full academic potential in a variety of subjects. As an MBA grad, I am well versed in all business-related courses: economics, marketing, leadership and teamwork, accounting, even public speaking. I also have a strong background in Civics and Government, from when I received...