Award-Winning Summer Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...individual tutoring and small group tutoring in the classroom. I also have experience with homework club. I currently work in higher education, working with individuals pursuing graduate school. My favorite subject to teach is anything with elementary school children. With older children, I enjoy many subjects such as reading, writing, social studies, and science. My teaching philosophy focuses on breaking things down so that they are simple and easy to understand, so that my students...

...with adult learners approaching university as first generation college students, international NGO professionals improving their written communication, and US military service-members prepping for career development exams. From those experiences, I have learned to communicate clearly and efficiently, helping students achieve understanding and confidence from our first session. I bring in the best support resources (including easy to understand videos, games, websites, and handouts) to support the individual learning styles and needs of the student. In...

...NJ, and since then have worked privately with students on a variety of subjects. I am proficient in a wide range of subjects primarily centered on the biological sciences and mathematics. With that said, my favorite subject to tutor for is test preparations for the ACT and SAT as although the exams are rigorous, there is a definite method for learning to take the tests and improving performance. Helping students through these stressful exams is...

...2008 2012 where I taught ages Kindergarten through Adult in a variety of subjects including : Business, Accounting, Basic/Intermediate Computer Skills, Sustainable Tourism, English as a Foreign Language, Health, and Nutrition. After living and working in Costa Rica for 16 months, I achieved an Advanced High Spanish proficiency level. While teaching in the Peace Corps, I attended a total of 6 months of training that covered topics including cross-cultural skills, lesson planning, teaching methods, coaching,...

...and Asian Culture studies. I'm fascinated by the international stage and love tracking the relationships between major players. Throughout my life I have excelled at mathematics; I was a member of our competition math team in middle school and high school, and have carried a passion for math into my current profession. I also love to travel; I did two home stays in France for four weeks in high school, and did a semester abroad...

...academic potential in a variety of subjects. As an MBA grad, I am well versed in all business-related courses: economics, marketing, leadership and teamwork, accounting, even public speaking. I also have a strong background in Civics and Government, from when I received my Bachelor's Degree in Criminology and Justice Studies at The College of New Jersey. I minored in French and have been studying and learning the language since I was a child. Another strength...

...passions are culture and geography, as well as travelling. In my spare time, I volunteer in community outreach through my employer - assisting in the rehabilitation of elementary schools, veteran housing and refurbishing of local parks. Over the last decade I have led how-to clinics (weekly and monthly), instructing new hires as well as performing managerial training to employees. My training/tutoring style would be encouraging, thorough and tailored to the client's personality and needs. I'm...

I have been tutoring for six years in Math, Physics, Chemistry and Spanish. I started self-employed tutoring younger students. I have also tutored high school and college students and have enjoyed every single minute of it! No student is the same, and with my experience, I have learned to adapt to different tutoring and learning styles. Accommodating to a student's needs is something challenging but extremely rewarding. I look forward to meeting you!

...a student at UMBC studying Mechanical Engineering. I believe that in order to make tutoring successful, you need to break down problems into attainable chunks that are understandable, and that a student can therefore master. As you build upon a concept, having a solid understanding of the basics will lead to successfully retaining the information. I am excited to help students learn and build confidence. I myself was once tutored, and I know first-hand the...

...do well in their own experiences. I love to travel and experience new things, and I love to integrate my experiences into my learning and my life. I have some tutoring experience, having worked with two fourth-grade aged children on their English skills, including grammar, spelling, essay writing, and other subjects encompassed within a language arts class. I am however comfortable teaching math, history, and especially the sciences, including biology, psychology, and basic chemistry 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 about instilling the love of learning in others and I use that passion to help students become successful not only in what I am teaching but in life as well. I think it is critical to have confidence in what...

...grade class in Liberia. I'm comfortable not only with tutoring, but also as a teacher, using a curriculum (including Common Core standards) to craft an individualized learning plan for a student and finding a variety of resources and lesson plan strategies that fit their learning styles to help them succeed. Given my experience, I'm also very comfortable working with students who are behind or overage for their grade, have reading related learning disabilities, or are...

I am an energetic, patient and effective Tutor with over 5 years of Language tutoring experience. I taught English as a Second Language in Moscow, Russia and I've tutored French at a university in the United States. As a result, I have acquired a knack for explaining difficult grammar concepts and vocabulary to language learners of all languages.

What makes me a great tutor is my ability to relate to struggling students. While in school, I initially had a hard time coping with classes. It was when I focused on my study and organizational skills, that I saw a steady improvement in my grades. With every improvement, I gained improved confidence and self -esteem. I know how to uplift and inspire students, while allowing them to strengthen their weak areas. ... Work with students...

...a commuter from Laytonsville, MD, I strived to be efficient like my older brother. I quickly learned to be independent, patient and disciplined. Time was always a concern of mine because of my long commute. At an early age, I found that doing things the right way maximized my options and unveiled personal long-term satisfaction. I used the same approach to succeed in my math courses as I did to become a successful commuter. I...

...and composition to middle school students at a home-school tutorial. I have always been a bit of a language nerd, so I gain special satisfaction from crafting a robust argument or sticking the correct ending on a German adjective. Writing and German grammar are my favorite subjects to tutor. My ability to tailor my instruction to my students' individual needs and learning preferences is my greatest strength as an instructor. Whether a student needs visual...

I am a passionate educator currently residing in the DC area. I graduated in 2015 from the University of Georgia with a degree in Science Education. I have much experience working with students of all ages from summer camps, student teaching, City Year, mentoring, and tutoring. I love working with young people of all ages and am excited to get started!

...and I was the president of JCL (Junior Classical League) also known as Latin Club. As president, I created effective and informative games which covered materials from Latin 1 through AP Latin 4. For example, I made a children's book of the Aeneid, which helps students remember important events and dates through visuals and poetry. Since I've grown up in a family of ten, I've had the opportunity to teach Latin to my younger siblings,...

...to change things up from my comfort zone to be able to help my students with any assistance they may need. I am most familiar with Early Education curriculum from PreK-8 since that was my focus for my Master's degree. Then, High School content would be second as I have tutored high school students in regular and AP classes for a handful of years. In my free time, I enjoy anything outdoors in the Florida...

...I completed my undergraduate degree in Theatre Arts and Studio Arts at Gettysburg College, and received my master's degree in Early Childhood Education from Towson University. I spent the last four years in the public school classroom, where I taught students from a variety of backgrounds. My teaching style tends to be hands-on and creative, and I do not believe that all students learn the same way. It is important to me to respect a...