Award-Winning Spanish Tutors in Alexandria, VA

I believe all students can learn and improve their skills in the language, whether you struggle with keeping up in the class or just not understanding at all. There is always a way to overcome your obstacle when you have an intervention plan .

Scrubbed on 2025-06-19

...as an undergrad. During my studies I had the opportunity to study five languages, and also tutored and taught English to adults and kids in the Charlottesville community. I recently returned from a year abroad in Taiwan where I taught English to children aged 6 to 16. Living in a foreign country is something I had always wanted to do, and I learned so much during my time there. I'm a lover of language learning,...

I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education. I taught preschool for 6 years. I have been homeschooling my own children for 11 years and have loved teaching them all to read. I am most passionate about teaching reading because once a child learns to read their confidence soars and there is nothing they cannot learn!

...students learning a new system and writing style, having faced similar challenges myself. I also find immense joy in teaching foreign languages, appreciating the doors they open to different cultures and perspectives. My teaching philosophy revolves around adaptability and creating a comfortable learning environment. I strive to make students feel at ease asking questions, exploring new ideas, and engaging deeply with the material. I believe in making learning enjoyable and building a rapport with my...

...are Math and Psychology, as they are both useful outside of academia. Some of my hobbies include cooking, playing sports, and spending time trying new things. I am a fun, enthusiastic tutor who enjoys seeing students become more confident in any subject material. I adjust my teaching style for every student based on their personality and preferred method to learn. I love to keep students motivated and interested in a subject while also teaching them...

...a task which enables them to take learning into their own hands. Throughout my career as a language teacher I have received excellent student evaluations and letters of thanks. Students always know that I really care about their progress. Although I teach both ESL and Spanish I prefer teaching Spanish simply because I have spent more years teaching it. In my free time I am an experienced and enthusiastic dancer of both salsa and bachata, and...

...starting then, but would love to help students through their classes and standardized testing! I have multiple years of experience tutoring math, reading, and test prep. I joined Varsity Tutors in 2018 and have loved getting to know my students and help them achieve their goals. My hobbies include backpacking and baking, and my favorite subjects to tutor are math and science. I'm excited to help other students succeed and better understand the things they're...

...While a large part of my tutoring experience is with college-aged students, I also worked as a Teacher's Assistant for grades 1st-3rd and have experience working with younger children in subjects such as math and reading! Lastly, as I am now currently in my gap year before medical school, I would also enjoy the opportunity to help other students pursue their dreams of attending medical school by helping prepare them for the MCAT.

...Sciences and Spanish. In my experience tutoring these subjects, my goal has always been to explain to my students why you get to your answers rather than how you get there. For each student I tutor, I do my best to tailor my planning and strategies based on each student because everyone's needs are different from one another. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling abroad, playing soccer, and organizing community events.

...learning a language is more fun than they thought it would be. Recently, I completed a Master's degree at Fudan University in Shanghai, China. I graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College with a B.A. in Anthropology and Chinese and a minor in International Studies. Throughout college, I worked as a research assistant, as a language instructor of Chinese and Spanish, and as team leader for college orientation, student life, and study abroad programs. In addition...

...Medellin, Colombia where I taught English at La Universidad Catolica de Oriente. I believe that providing positive reinforcement and encouragement are essential to students' growth and success, but I also have high expectations for my students and want them to reach their full potential. In addition to helping students with specific subjects, I also like to teach them to become more independent by showing them them proper study habits and organizational and time management skills....

...English, Math, and Science. However, what I love most is learning new things. I am a big proponent for the different types of learning styles and try my best to incorporate them all in my tutoring. I believe that every student is unique. I am a firm advocate of learning, it is essential to success in any aspect of life. I do my best to bestow this gratitude to all of my students.

...dual masters program. I have taught in a private school setting and worked extensively with study groups and tutoring throughout my college career. After wrestling through testing myself, I am now helping others with the GRE and SATs, AP and IB exam prep, college admissions, essay writing, K-12 math, English, Spanish, and elementary Hebrew. I have worked with younger students, undergraduate students, and adults in three countries and with a plethora of organizations. I look...

...middle school, high school and college), our family friends, co-workers, and their children (Military and non-military). My professional affiliations for English and ESL include the National Council for Teachers of English, 1990 to present, The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2009 to present, the National Association of Bilingual Education, 2018 to present, and the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Language (TESOL), 2018 to Present. I am a mother of 3 (2 daughters and...

...I tutored a student from Ecuador during her visit to the US. During my time at BC, though I did not tutor formally, my experiences in writing workshops allowed me to frequently review, critique, and enhance the work of other students. During law school, I was a teaching assistant for torts and contracts. I also offered optional sessions on constitutional law, civil procedure, and international law. I am passionate about teaching and tutoring in general;...

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.

...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 the work...

...I have been fortunate to be a well-rounded student, and I attribute that to my parents who gave me many opportunities to challenge myself. Some of my favorite subjects include Algebra, Geometry, Spanish, English, Reading, Writing, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, and Information Technology. I am also experienced in test prep including SAT, ACT, NCLEX, TEAS, and many more. My students have seen significant improvements and have gone on to achieve their goals. For example, I helped...

...every student learns differently and that as a tutor part of my job is to convey information in a way that is tailored to the students learning style. Subjects that are more difficult for a student can be more easily understood, if explained in a way that is best for the student. When I am not studying for classes, I enjoy creating engineering projects, learning new skills, computer programming, and occasionally playing video games.