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

...experiences! I graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in Human Development and Psychological Services, and am currently working to complete a Master's in Professional Behavior Analysis. I have been working with children 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....

...triple majoring in Human and Social Development, International Studies, and Philosophy. I look forward to taking a few years off to work following my undergraduate years to then attend law school and pursue public interest law. My little brother (7 years my junior) was my first tutoring buddy and assures even today that I get to help build a science fair project board every year. I was also a camp counselor for three summers caring...

...and received my Master's in Education from The University of Kentucky. I have been an educator for 11 years teaching English Language Arts with an emphasis on reading comprehension and writing. I have written Common Core curriculum for three different organizations including the District of Columbia Public Schools. I tutor Reading, Writing, Literature, and History. I love tutoring these subjects because they bring together great stories and allow students to develop opinions and skills that...

...years. I have taught 6th, 5th, and now 3rd grade to a wonderful group of students exclusively at Title 1 schools. Each of my students requires individualized attention and specific interventions in math and reading. I work with my team to analyze student data and to work with them to create interventions that bring students from a lower test score to passing test score. Before my work as a teacher, I worked on a pilot...

...Public Schools. I am also a Cross Country coach and summer school instructor with the Center for Talented Youth. Aside from having strong content knowledge in various subject areas, I believe I am motivating, encouraging, and supportive of my students. Whether you hope to raise your grade in class, pass a test, or learn a better way to take notes, my approach to tutoring is based on your unique learning style. I look forward to...

...Policy. Although I'm happy to tutor most subjects, my strongest suit is writing. I read my friends' papers all the time - and really enjoy doing it! I can read anything from college essays, creative writing, or help you with the SAT writing/reading sections. I am also happy to help you brainstorm and talk through ideas on papers you haven't yet started. In my free time, I love reading, writing, cooking, hiking (or really, doing...

...my Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with honors and completed my pre-medical designation. Since graduation, I have worked on a wide variety of engineering projects, from NASA spacecraft to medical devices. I have also secured acceptance to medical school and am planning to attend next Fall. I am an experienced student in most Math, Science and Engineering specialties, but I am also passionate about English, Literature and History. I greatly enjoy helping others understand...

...also be a positive and rewarding process. I work with students to identify academic challenges and learn about strengths in order to tailor tutoring to each student's needs. I believe that it is most beneficial to capitalize on strengths and transform learning and studying from chores to enjoyable activities. Moreover, I strive to introduce you to a variety of skills, techniques, and ways of approaching schoolwork and test preparation to help you find what works...

...who suffer from severe math anxiety and/or attention difficulties. I love helping those students who don't see themselves as capable of understanding science and mathematics discover that excellence is possible for them. * After almost ten years of professional tutoring and freelance writing without a college degree, I graduated this spring with a bachelor's degree from St. John's College. At St. John's, there is only one degree. You earn it by completing an all-required curriculum...

...Dentistry of New Jersey and New Jersey of Institute of Technology. I received my Masters of Public Health with a concentration in Biostatistics and a Bachelors of Science in Engineering Science. I have over fifteen years of tutoring. I have been tutoring since high school. I love it when my student have the."aha" moment, then they will truly connect with the material.I love to cook, sing and run. I would love to run a 10k...

...received my Bachelor of Science and Masters 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...

...my BA in Audio Production. I have over 8 years of teaching students grade k-12 in the subjects of English, ESL, and Physical Education. I believe that reading is fundamental and a necessity in order for a child to accomplish their life's goals. I teach because I thoroughly enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds. I love to see their intellectual growth and motivating them that the world is their oyster.

Experienced with elementary curriculum and differentiating tasks for below and above average achievers. Extensive behavior training and practiced with task management and building intrinsic motivation. Studied in German culture and language and very confident teaching levels 1 and 2 to build a foundation of grammar, verb usage, basic conversation vocabulary, and cultural contexts.

...teaching field for 18 years. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and have taught Elementary Grades 1st, 2nd, and 5th. I have my Master's Degree in Special Education and have many years of experience with working with this population. My certifications are in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, and Special Education. I currently teach at risk young adults in a non-public school. My philosophy is that all children are capable of learning, but...

...that I've learning Japanese for over 7 years. And I enjoy coming up with and researching new ways to help my students in the subject they need assistance in. I went to school at NOVA where I majored in Computer Science. I'm currently go to UMGC where I major in Computer Science & East Asian Studies. I believe that there isn't just one style to teach students. I like spending more time to get to...

...most important element of societal mobility. One 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....

...name is Alex. I am an avid writer at heart and am in the process of writing my own book. I'm here to help with English writing and reading. I have some skills in math and am not scared to pull out a calculator and crunch with you! I think that tutoring and giving back is so important because I had tutors growing up and they were life savers. Glad you are here and can't...

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,...

...worked with children, adolescents, adults and even other teachers. I received my Bachelor of Education and also my Bachelor of Education for early years. Since I graduated, I have worked in different schools (mostly Hispanic) but also in ministries of education as a consultant. As a tutor, I like different subjects, especially Spanish, since I am a native, but above all I really like incorporating new technologies to make the meeting more entertaining and above...

...The brain is a muscle and one 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...