Award-Winning Tutors in Alexandria, VA for Students in Special Education Programs

...with developmental disabilities at an ABA agency in the Washington, DC area for the past few years. My job includes creating measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be most effective for each individual client. I believe that active student responding, personalized programs, and a focus on measurable goals are all important components of a successful learning experience. I hope to bring these same strategies to the students...

...work with students on admissions essays and general homework help. I come from a suburban town near Houston, Texas, where I attended an international studies high school and gained tutoring experience through working and volunteering. I have worked as an assistant teacher for ESL (English as a Second Language) and volunteered as a tutor in both regular and AP subjects throughout my high school years. I have a BA in International Studies, with a minor...

...Virginia. My bachelor's degree is in Elementary Education and I am finishing up my Master's degree in Special Education. I completed my student teaching in the city of Pittsburgh, and am a licensed teacher in the state of Virginia, where I have been teaching for several years. While my expertise is working with K-6 students in math, reading, writing and standardized test taking, I've tutored students K-12 on algebra, geometry, English (including all AP courses)...

I hold a masters degree in early childhood education from UMBC.. I am a certified teacher in early childhood education and special education. I enjoy helping student improve in the areas of decoding, comprehension, phonics, mathematics, and writing. I have taught in some capacity grades Pre-K to 4th grade. I look forward to working with you child(ren) to help them feel more confident, succeed in their goals and get excited about learning!... In a first session,...

...including any kind of writing or reading, and helping students develop their skills and interests in these subjects is something I care deeply about. In the last five years of working as an English teacher, I have enjoyed using many methods to help students better understand the complexities of writing essays, reading literature, and communicating their thinking. Each time I see a student reach a goal, or understand something he or she did not before,...

...dream of becoming an English Professor--no, the apple does not fall from the tree! Outside of academics, I enjoy travel. I have lived in multiple Asian countries, and tromped through a large portion of Western Europe. In Fall of 2011, I studied abroad in Barcelona, Spain. Growing up in a Cuban household, my experience in Spain helped solidify my Spanish in both the Cuban and Castellano dialects. I look forward to helping your child reach...

...may be born into status, but with education they can navigate their network and privilege. One may be born into destitute circumstances, but with their education can rise above their situation. One of the only things that a child should not have to earn is their right to knowledge. Education is a human right. Every single child should be fully equipped to chose their own path in life. Every student under my tutelage will be...

I am a second grade educator who loves seeing students grow! ... Every student is like a crayon; all different, all sharp and all an awesome part of completing the box!... Discuss their needs and where they feel they are in their academics.... Giving them tools to be successful across all content areas.... Constant encouragement and celebrating the small success!... Motivate them to keep trying and redirect my instruction.... Give them skills to assist with...

...contributing to society through the creation of things or having children and others provide shade - giving protection to others from the harsher elements of life. A person who is a shade tree looks for ways to serve others by providing shelter, i.e. a ride to work or just a few meals because funds are tight. Even in adverse circumstances, I have always been a shade tree and my desire to become a teacher goes...

I am a graduate of Elmira College. I received my Bachelor's of Science in Speech and Language Disabilities. Since graduating, I have taught children with and without various types of learning disabilities. I have participated in a multitude of trainings to improve my teaching abilities. I hold a TEFL certification as well as extensive experience with children of all ages.

...Interns at University of MD. I have taught PreK to college level and all disabilities. Some of the disabilities I have worked are Learning Disabled, Autism, Visual Impairment, and ADHD. I work on reading and phonics skills, reading comprehension, different levels of math, and written language in a variety of different ways. I have an Master's in Special Education from Coppin State College and a Teacher/Administrator Certificate. One thing that should always be remembered is...

...an essay for the short story "The Yellow Wallpaper" which my teacher requested an extra copy of so that she could use it as an exemplar for next year's students. I am a member of The National Society of High School Scholars, World Foreign Language Honor Society, Virginia Senior Classical League, and I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Civic Seal. Outside of academics, I enjoy drawing, writing, reading (especially language books), hiking, swimming, and...

...to earn my Masters of Arts in Human Development at the University of Maryland. Since graduation, I have taught in the public school setting for 7 years; four years at the elementary school level and three at the middle school level. I am a certified Special Education teacher in the state of Maryland, and over the last several years have primarily taught math classes for students with and without disabilities. While I teach a broad...

...needs to work it out in order to make it stronger. I believe that when the brain (student) makes mistakes it often means it's trying to figure out how to do something. Therefore, mistakes are ok, it's the brains process of learning. I prefer a student make mistakes with me, so we can make corrections together and practice for consistent accuracy and independence in the future. I've been a special education teacher for almost a...

...best practices, I help all students reach their highest potential. Whether it is designing a study session with engaging visuals, graphic organizers that simply complex texts, or creating an engaging game, I help all students of all abilities grasp their grade level content. A wide tool bank of resources and strategies guide my tutoring. I received my B.A. in Sociology from University of West Georgia and my Masters in Behavior and Learning Disabilities from Georgia...

...there is almost no subject out of reach of a passionate and curious mind. I therefore strive not just to communicate content, but to instill a passion that will drive self motivated learning. Whether discussing The Great Gatsby or reviewing the Navier Stokes Equations for fluid dynamics, I am excited to share my enthusiasm for learning with a younger generation. I am currently working as a full-time engineer for NASA, but in my free time...

...and varied career in both the non-profit and business worlds. As a political candidate for the Virginia House of Delegates, an executive director at a regional non-profit, and an entrepreneur, I am able to bring to the student valuable life experiences along within an academic setting. My professional career has taught me the value of active listening and working with those from a wide variety of personal backgrounds and experience. Everybody learns differently, and my...

I believe that all students have the potential to be successful, some just have different ways of getting there. I'm finishing my 5th year teaching special education. I have taught in a high school, middle school and elementary school. I love teaching and I love the opportunity to help students learn. Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with my husband and son, reading, sewing and crocheting.... My teaching philosophy is that every student can learn-...

...I especially enjoyed tailoring my lesson plans to meet the needs and interests of my students. My tutoring strengths are in English, Writing, Public Speaking and Pronunciation. My teaching experience continued when I moved back to Washington, D.C. and became a substitute teacher for middle school students in grades four, five and six. My interests include creative writing, storytelling, wilderness adventures and caring for our four-leggd friends at the animal hospital where I work.