Award-Winning Spanish Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...that I preferred to work in a quieter setting with a couple individuals rather than a group. Subsequently, I tutored other college students in French until my graduation in 2008. I returned to tutoring French for one year during graduate school. I'm a good tutor because I genuinely enjoy the topics I work with. I'm currently a translator and interacting with individuals who are learning new languages or who are looking to improve their English...

...them raise their grades to a 'B' in the course and feel confident in a subject they were struggling in. Seeing how well those students did with just a little bit of help and wanting to spread the impact mentorship and tutoring have on a student's success, I have devoted my extra time and my career to mentorship and helping other students grow and learn! Although I teach a broad range of subjects and my...

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.

...Iberia, which was a complex mosaic of religion, politics, and war. But my passion for history is widespread. In addition to expertise in medieval Europe in general, I am well-versed in early modern European and American history (such as the Reformation, the Renaissance, and Colonization) and more recent American History. I am also proficient in Spanish, and I can supplement any high school Spanish course. My experience in the humanities also covers Linguistics, Sociology, Literature,...

...my return I found a job at a comedy club, I was an Administrative Marketing Manager for two years. I was accepted to an MFA program at American University in Washington DC which brought me to the East coast. I studied Film and Electronic Media with a focus on Social justice. For my thesis I did a short documentary on urban agriculture and the sustainability of it across the United States. After graduating with an...

...roles. After receiving my Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Washington, I worked for the Japanese Exchange and Teaching Program in Fukushima, Japan. Here, I taught English to elementary and junior high students. After this, I spent time working in the Richland and Pasco School Districts as a Japanese coach and substitute teacher. I also spent time with the Columbia Basin College ESL Program, where I was a volunteer ESL tutor. In...

...a Major in Latin American Studies and a Minor in Music. I also had the opportunity to pursue a bit of adventure during college, spending a full six months living in Latin America as a public health intern in Honduras and an exchange student in Mexico. All of these experiences have shaped who I am today and I am eternally grateful not only for the opportunities that I have had, but most of all for...

...an elementary teacher and an English and Spanish teacher in secondary schools in Colombia. I have worked in the US with DoS, USAID, DoD, and DIA adult learners in Washington DC, and VA. What I am most passionate about is Spanish grammar, verbal production, listening, and reading comprehension. I have 18 years of experience helping students from different US government agencies pass the speaking, listening, and reading portions of exams required for their jobs. My...

...and symposiums (US, USVI, & Austria). It made me more open-minded and aware of the different cultures and systems of beliefs. I also worked during COVID-19 as online middle-school teacher for girls. This challenging yet rewarding opportunity to teach students in difficult times made me happy for I was always there ready to lend a hand for my girls. Whether it was in the morning or at midnight, I always replied to their messages! Meanwhile,...

...NY, Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. I have taught undergraduate courses in human sexuality and am currently teaching courses in multicultural counseling competence and foundations of counseling psychology. Public Speaking- I have extensive experience in providing cultural competency trainings to diverse audiences ranging from middle school students to licensed psychologists obtaining continuing education credits. Reading and writing - I have written multiple publications and presentations within the field of psychology. Please feel free...

...share my passion with others. I will get you where you need to be and we'll have some fun along the way! My ability to engage students in learning makes me a great tutor. I developed this skill as an expedition leader on a research trip in Mexico and while I volunteered with the YMCA as a elementary school teacher. During both experiences, I connected with my students and was able to engage them in...

My goal is to not only help improve a student's understanding but also help improve study habits so you can become a more effective student. I studied English and Spanish (reading/writing/comprehension/analysis) for the better part of 10 years, and know the grammatical ins and outs for both. I went to Virginia Tech, where I received my degree in Spanish with a minor in English, and also Georgetown, where I received my Master's degree.

...who loves English and writing. From personal experience, I know how hard it is to get the help and attention you need in class, especially with writing. It took me a while, but once I learned the beauty of writing, it became much easier to do. That is why I teach through appreciation; the more you learn to appreciate and have an understanding of the beauty of English and writing, the better you get at...

...and abroad. I started my teaching career as a tutor at the Notre Dame Writing Center. Since then, I especially love helping students write their college application essays. I've even helped students with their essays for graduate school. Apart from that, my favorite subjects to tutor include Spanish, German, and Math. I'm very passionate about languages because I grew up trilingual (my mother is German and my father is Mexican). I love helping students achieve...

...years now, and every time I do it I feel more passionate about it. I like to think that words are the frontier of knowledge, meaning you can widen the view of your world through the act of writing and reading tempting to cross the fringes of reality through imagination. About me: I like: action, spaghetti western and science fiction movies. About the writers I love, there are so many, but I always come back...

Anyone can learn another language, comparative/applied linguistics and simultaneous translation/interpretation at any age. I use multiple intelligences, multimodality and authentic integrated strategies to make your language learning journey one with ease, proficiency and fluency in four skills and fun!

...name is Mackenzie and I would love to help you with your Spanish! I fell in love with the language in high school, and it has taken me across the ocean to study my undergrad in Madrid, Spain. Since then I have gained full fluency, lived and worked completely in Spanish, and continue to work often in Spanish while back in the U.S. I am looking forward to helping you with everything from conversational Spanish...

I believe that the position of a person that helps to teach others is one of great responsibility because it impacts the lives of those children. Teaching helps to provide them with some future success. Participating in programs that help...... Being patient with students in order to facilitate understanding and to find the best way to motivate success.... I would get to know the student, and I would have them communicate what they may perceive as...

As an early graduate of Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, I am excited to not only prepare my students for academic success, but also provide insights into how to excel at elite universities. I hope to be both a competent instructor and compassionate mentor to all students.

...learn about varying Caribbean cultures; more importantly, they opened my eyes to the extreme poverty and grueling conditions that most of the world lives in. I hope to dedicate my life and career to the underserved, and will work diligently to educate them about health, all subjects of learning, and life skills. I believe education is the first step towards personal and societal success. Currently, I am seeking to further my education by pursuing a...