Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Leesburg, VA

...Comparative Government. I believe that when taught well, these courses sharpen students' critical thinking and help them see how government and history shape the world around them. My teaching has included courses at Columbia University and the London School of Economics on U.S. government, comparative politics, civil rights, and global social policy. I've also authored academic...

...with peers on an AP level, as well as lower level elementary school students in a variety of subjects. While I'm qualified for a range of subjects, my favorites to tutor include English, writing, visual arts, reading, and history. I graduated from Loudoun County High School in the top 5% of my class, and am...

...students both in and outside of the classroom a passion I bring to tutoring. As a tutor, I love to utilize interactive lessons that get students thinking creatively and analytically. When I introduce a new idea in a lesson or editing session, I normally explain the concept using a fun example, and then allow students...

...a visual/spatial learning disability. Because of these struggles, however, I was able to learn different strategies that helped me in the long run. Not to mention, these struggles allowed me to develop the work ethic that made me into the person I am today. Let's work together and find the best way for YOU to...

...in environmental policy, a B.S. in environmental science, as well as a minor in political science. I am interested in environmental issues, including climate change, and staying informed on US politics. I truly enjoy learning, and I'm qualified to tutor in a wide variety of subjects. I hope to impart my enthusiasm and experience so...

...and have tutored, the following standardized tests: ACT, SAT, IB Exams, and MCAT. I've always loved tutoring because it made me feel like I could make a real, positive impact in someone's life. Recently, it's been especially inspiring to see my tutees improve despite pandemic hardships. I plan on matriculating to medical school this upcoming...

I love helping others with processes I've found difficult at times myself. Having struggled with incompatible teaching methods, I know they can make all the difference in how successful a student is at a given assignment or in a class overall.

...of my three degrees come the State University of New York, and my third comes from Northern Virginia Community College. This is my first time professionally tutoring students, but I am confident in my abilities as a professional writer, editor, and proofreader. I see myself as an artist. Music is actually my first love, but...

...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...

...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...

...Skills, English Composition, Reading Comprehension, and most Liberal Arts. I have been extensively trained in SAT / ACT prep, consulted for a test prep business, and am certified to teach Special Education, Visual Art and Montessori Early Childhood Education. Learning can be fun and all students can learn. Come grow with me, we'll have 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...

...I'm working for a human rights nonprofit in DC, where I do all sorts of data analysis. I've been fortunate enough to work and live around the world - most recently working with goat farmers in India (long story). In college, I studied abroad in Jordan. My background as a tutor is a bit unconventional:...

...high school students in humanities subjects and academic essay writing through online mediums, particularly zoom, and I'm excited to keep doing so through Varsity Tutors. I am currently a freshman at the George Washington University in Washington D.C. studying international affairs and Arabic, and I will primarily be focusing on tutoring students in academic and...

...to follow another passion of mine, television), tutoring helps me fulfill that need to help others and watch them evolve. I have always believed that too whom much is given, much is required, so having knowledge or skills and not sharing it, is not a notion familiar to me. Helping someone learn and understand a...

...from A to B is certainly critical, but what is even more essential is the 'aha' moment when a difficult problem clicks, a love for writing comes about, a passion is ignited, and/or inspiration is born. This is what makes a student a lifelong learner who doesn't shy away from a challenge or the unknown....

...have traveled extensively, tutoring children and adults in Italy, France and China looking to improve their English (as I am a certified ESL instructor). While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Foreign languages and Business. As a former HR Manager, I have had extensive experience working in a corporate...

...a lifelong joy of learning. I believe that teaching and learning should be engaging, relevant and fun! I have 15 years experience as a certified classroom teacher and 35 years experience as an outdoor educator, naturalist and guide. I have taught all ages from kindergarten to adult. I specialize in an integrated, interdisciplinary approach that...

I am a graduate of Boston University with a Bachelor's degree in international relations, graduated summa cum laude with honors. I offer tutoring in a variety of subjects including writing, history, SAT and PSAT prep, selected AP exams, as well topics such as study and organizations skills, essay outlining and editing, and college applications.

...spent most of my lifetime outside the U.S.—I was born in Belgium and have lived in Germany and France before coming to the U.S. I am a native French speaker with near fluency in German. My tutoring experience includes working with students of varying ages and abilities. I like to make learning relevant.