
Samantha: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...completed my B.A. at Brown University in 2013 with a degree in international and comparative political science and economics. I have experience working with students of a variety of ages from coaching an elementary school Science Olympiad team to working with adults prepare for the GRE after having been out of school for decades. Whether it's GRE test prep, French, math or economics, my approach to tutoring is to find what strategies work best for...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, 1. International and Comparative Political Science 2. Economics
Johns Hopkins University-Schools of Advanced International Studies - Current Grad Student, 1. Conflict Management 2. International Economics

Jessika: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
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...
Education & Certification
Wilmington University - Bachelors, Early Childhood Education
Wilmington University - Masters, School Leadership

Erin: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...SAT, ACT, and ISEE/SSAT, and about 4 years of experience teaching GRE and GMAT. As far as hobbies go, I enjoy reading science fiction, classic literature, and comic books. Rock-climbing is a big thing for me, as is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I'm also into dancing, including salsa, bachata, zouk, swing, and Argentine tango. Also I love science! I study it every day to make sure I'm on top of the classes I teach. I look forward...
Education & Certification
Stanford - Bachelors, Biology, General

Laura: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...tutoring as a high school student where I worked with other students in my school district tutoring mostly math and science. Then, before attending college I spent 6 months teaching English in Peru. Last year, as a sophomore in college, I was a TA for the Spanish Department, responsible for creating and executing my own lesson plans for two one-hour classes per week for Spanish 102, grading homework and designing my own quizzes. I also...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Anthropology/PreMed

David: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...the University of Southern California where I earned my Bachelor of Arts in International Relations. During my undergraduate career, I tutored students for the LSAT, and I taught high school students in History, Political Science, and International Relations. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about the LSAT, ACT, US History, European History, and Writing. I very much enjoy teaching LSAT test preparation. It is a challenging obstacle for many students....
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Molly: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...learning, and I believe every subject can be fun and interesting. I studied Linguistics in college, which trained me in the critical thinking skills necessary for teaching Grammar, Foreign Languages, ESL, Math, and standardized test prep. I started tutoring when I was 15, and I was trained as a Student Teaching Intern with Breakthrough in 2010. I've tutored students ranging in age from 8 to 88. I love working with students individually or in small...
Education & Certification
Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Robert: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
Robert loves to tutor and has a well rounded list of subjects. ... Learning is the key to everything. Understanding and connecting with each individual is the path to learning.... Take the time to get to know the student as a person. Also, rather than focus on what the student does not know, instead focus on what the student does know.... Make learning interactive.... Set goals. Tailor the learning to the student.... Start by focusing on...
Education & Certification
United States Naval Academy - Bachelors, Engineering Management
Darden Business School UVA - Masters, MBA

Alexandra: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a 3.6 GPA, earning a dual degree in Journalism and History, both with the Comprehensive Honors award. During my time at UW, I taught public health and safety to groups of twenty to two hundred students twice a week for three years. I have over 150 hours of teacher training and countless hours in the classroom. Furthermore, I was the editor of our student newspaper, The Daily...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, History and Journalism

Rhea: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...an international studies high school and gained lots of 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 am very interested in education and I am working towards incorporating it in my major, but so far I have spent lots of time studying different education systems and teaching...
Education & Certification
American University - Current Undergrad, International Relations, Business

Kelly: Alexandria SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...4th grade teacher of reading and social studies, helping to run a retail store, and traveling. During my time as a 4th grade teacher I also tutored students who needed extra help after school in reading, social studies, and FCAT prep. My favorite subject is reading, but I also love teaching math, science, and social studies. I am quite passionate about education and the opportunities that it can give people. In addition to tutoring, I...
Education & Certification
Florida State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
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