Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...to achieve their academic and personal goals. Through my experiences, I have developed a profound understanding of diverse learning styles and the importance of personalized instruction. The not-so-recent pandemic has put many students at a disadvantage, highlighting the need for personalized support and adaptability in learning environments. This reinforced my commitment to helping students navigate these new challenges. My journey began just before the pandemic when I first started as an ESL tutor in Chevy...

...supporting students in reaching their full potential, both academically and personally. My background in teaching social studies has allowed me to foster critical thinking, curiosity, and real-world connections in young learners. I also specialize in helping students develop strong executive functioning skills such as organization, time management, and effective study habits. Whether it's building historical understanding, mastering note-taking, or learning to manage a planner and binder, I tailor my tutoring approach to each student's needs....

...political economy. I am passionate about helping students connect different topics in their schooling and applying them to their own lives. I am a firm believer that learning is not only key to success but also key to learning more about oneself: what one is passionate about! While I teach a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, history, and social studies. I have tutored students from first grade through high school,...

...whole life, whether it has been academics, career advice, or standardized testing, I have always helped those around me strive to do better. My parents raised me to be kind and understanding, but I also have the courage and ability to be honest in order to help people improve themselves. I spent four years in college as an editor of a constitutional democracy journal, culminating in the position of editor in chief, so reading, writing,...

...of Arts in Special Education with a focus in Math. Since graduation, I have taught seven years as a special education teacher in an elementary school, tutored students after school in reading and math, at home tutoring, and ran a program for high school credit recovery in that district. My favorite subject to tutor is reading because reading lays the foundation for all other learning. I am passionate about instilling the love of learning in...

...and my M.A. from Georgetown University in Eurasian, Russian, and East European Studies. I have studied Russian language for nearly six years, and I am also passionate about teaching international relations, political science, history, English and writing, and helping with admissions tests to the best of my ability. A strong education has been essential to making me the individual that I am today, and I want to give other students that same opportunity to benefit...

My name is Emily, and I am about to finish my last semester at George Mason University as a forensic science major with a minor in forensic psychology. I am available to tutor U.S history and psychology. My favorite subject is history, and I hope to help everyone enjoy learning about history.

...underprivileged backgrounds achieve their educational goals. Therefore, I have worked as a volunteer tutor for many programs designed to help children that do not have access to other resources. I have also taken up a volunteer role as a tutor for Maths and English at my college. I believe that two of the most important qualities a tutor can have are patience and dedication to their students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, nature...

...Studies and Russian Regional Studies. I have 9 years of experience as a teacher of English and French as second languages, tutoring SAT and ACT, assisting with the American college admissions process, and tutoring a variety of AP and IB subjects. As 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...

...degrees in English and Economics. I received master's degrees from the London School of Economics (Economics/Economic History) and the University of Washington (History). I have taught and tutored young adults and adults in various subjects, but my favorite subjects are probably History, English, and High School Economics. My approach to education is to find ways to teach that align with students' needs, interests, and personalities. Learning should be fun and open doors that improve the...

...in American Studies and my free time at the great WKCR radio station. After graduation, I worked in the Archives Center of the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, DC. While I have worked with students in Math, History, and Music, I particularly enjoy working on writing because it feels so satisfying to compose and read a well-written essay. I was diagnosed with ADD/ADHD as a child, and have worked hard building skills...

...lessons in geography, English (reading/writing), and test preparation. I spent the first half of 2014 in Montpellier, France, where I attended Université Paul Valéry III. Thanks to a structured formal education and a lot of intrinsic desire to learn, I now speak French with native fluency.I am a great tutor because I am very patient, enthusiastic, logical, and intuitive as the needs of my students. My hobbies include practicing yoga, singing, laughing, reading, shopping, and...

...Engineering at NOVA Annandale. For many years I have mentored and assisted service men and women, not only in their career tasks, but also in helping them pass college level entrance exams and writing research papers for school. I primarily tutor Algebra I and Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Economics. I also enjoy tutoring History, Geography, Business, and Government. Outside of tutoring I enjoy kayaking, running, and I am pursuing a private pilot license as...

...tutor in the arts (theatre, film, dance, writing, directing, public speaking) and in the English and German languages, including reading, writing, editing, speaking, pronunciation, accuracy and fluency, literature and analysis, and cultural studies. I am also open to other subjects related to these fields. My personal favourite subjects to tutor are the arts and German. I am a creative person, and the arts are some of the most collaborative subjects in the world--they require collaboration,...

...State University of NY, College at Geneseo, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. Since then, I work at WRAIR as a research assistant conducting sleep research. I am very passionate about psychology and hope to pursue a Ph.D. in clinical psychology in the near future. I want to give back to students in the same way people invested in me as a child. I have experience tutoring elementary-aged children, as well as psychology...

...style to fit a student's individual needs. I enjoy helping students of all ages and learning levels, and I like to see the pride they take in completing difficult tasks. When I'm not working you can usually find me hanging out with my two dogs and some friends, playing sports, or relaxing at the movie theater. Subjects I currently tutor are algebra, trigonometry, geometry, elementary and middle school math, homework support, history, and science.... Find out...

...coursework in economics. I am really excited to be a tutor and share my knowledge of Mandarin and economics. I have been studying Chinese for 9 years now and lived cumulatively in China for over a year! I have a passion for the language and the culture (and food), so I hope to share this love! Since I have been studying Chinese for so long I truly understand what works best for the student.

...time. Tutoring is not just learning a new subject, it also involves mentorship. At Auburn University, we had a mentor-tutor program that instilled discipline as well as acquiring the skill of learning. Every Sunday night we would have sessions to make sure our students were back in town ready for the next week. And this was not mandatory, thereby instilling self-discipline in our participants. During graduate school, I also tutored fellow graduate students. At this...

...the process worthwhile...and it's addicting. I remember being a student taking a GRE prep course and frequently experiencing the "a-ha!" moment as a student. I knew then that giving that feeling was worth pursuing. Getting a good score on my GRE because of that training only solidified that sentiment. I believe everyone is best when challenged, though there is no simple way to do so. Everyone is their own riddle, with their own secret combination...

...there and found my passion for it. I am passionate about helping students because everyone deserves to understand what's going on in class. I've had those moments where I did not understand something that was given to me, and I vividly remember how frustrating it was. I will be graduating with my AA this April. I will then venture out to the University of Central Florida where I will be pursuing my B.A. in International...