Award-Winning Summer Tutors serving Rockville, MD

...feeling of passing on information to another student. It is fantastic whenever I see that light-bulb click in their brains. I have extensive experience with essay editing, math tutoring (Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus), as well as computer science. I do not believe that there is such a thing as a student who cannot learn or a problem that cannot be solved so long as the student is dedicated and hard-working. I currently attend UMBC,...

...used to present course content in a fun, active, and collaborative fashion designed to help first-year biology students succeed. I was responsible for creating worksheets based on course material and guiding the students through the worksheets. The workshops focused on active learning and student participation. As a Abnormal Psychology TA, I held office hours for students who wanted out-of-class assistance with the abnormal psychology coursework. I was responsible for being up-to-date on the material, answering...

...take ownership of the subject matter. Once ownership happens, it becomes easier to engage and ask questions that lead to understanding. I graduated from Georgetown University in May 2012 with a degree in Government and English. I have taught middle and high school students in DC and South Africa, as well as tutored undergraduate students at Georgetown. I believe everyone has the necessary tools to be successful in the classroom. I am not an expert...

...believe the fundamental goal of teaching is to foster learning. Learning takes place in many different circumstances and contexts. Although everyone is capable of learning, a student's desire to learn is a vital pre-condition to effectively mastering new concepts and skills. Humans have multiple learning styles: some learn best in lecture atmospheres, some are motivated by discussion, and others absorb best when they read and reflect on what they have read. The classroom setting can...

...Business growing up (and being a 3rd generation accountant!), led me to pursue my degree. The R.H. Smith School of Business at UMD has a nationally accredited accounting program. To obtain my degree, I was required to prove mastery of math through Calculus I, Accounting through advanced topics, and at least an intermediate knowledge of Economics. Immediately after graduating, I began working at a public accounting firm, within walking distance of DC, specializing in auditing....

...I taught ninth grade English for four years. At the end of my last year, I was accepted into a graduate program at New York University. I moved there in 2008 and began teaching at a transfer school in Brooklyn while attending graduate school part time. In 2011, I was awarded a M.A. degree in International Education. I finished my teaching career at a performance based assessment school in Manhattan before I moved back to...

...way. I seek to adapt to you. English is a difficult language to master, and I look forward to applying my knowledge and skill to improving your writing or reading. I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Allegheny College in 2006, and my Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from George Mason University in 2013. I am currently teaching College Composition classes at the Northern Virginia Community College, and would work best with Middle or...

...DC, and as such have really developed hands-on and behavioral management skills with children. Furthermore, I focused on early literacy skills and teaching techniques that I believe make me a good tutor. My literacy tutor training combined with both my undergraduate degree in English and graduate degree in Gender Policy, makes me a good tutor because I have both the teaching experience and the academic knowledge to help those who need it. Furthermore, both my...

...one and a half years and continue to medical school. I have tutored students in high school and middle school math in the past. I have also worked with a test prep company tutoring both the SAT and ACT. When I tutor, I usually simplify seemingly difficult concepts into something much easier for the student to understand; therefore, they are able to complete their homework and achieve high test results. My favourite subjects to tutor...

...know my "stuff" and can convey the material and concepts that you want to know, but my greatest asset may be my ability to make it matter to you and not just because "it's on the exam" (always my least favorite response when I asked "why do we have to know this?"). Learning is important and knowledge is important and succeeding academically is important. But the most important thing you should take away from a...

...school, and I miss having it as a part of my life! By working with Varsity Tutors, I hope to help students of all ages reach their full 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...

...DC public schools with K-5 students, teaching and tutoring ESL to adult learners in DC, tutoring and co-teaching a 3rd grade classroom in Nicaragua, and teaching a 2nd 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...

...a teacher, I had extensive experience tutoring students of all ages, from second grade all the way up to those at the graduate level. I've tutored U.S. History at the elementary, middle, and high school levels; World History at the middle school level; Earth Science and reading at the elementary level; and writing at both the elementary and graduate levels. My favorite subject to both teach and tutor is anything related to history - examining...

I believe that every child should love learning. Learning new skills and content is fascinating, and getting really good at a skill through lots of practice is exciting. As a teacher, it is my job to help your child achieve their academic goals and feel joy, curiosity and a sense of achievement while doing so. ... I believe that every child should love learning. Learning new skills and content is fascinating, and getting really good at...

...Social Experimental Psychology and the Psychology of Eating. Following graduation, I returned to SW Florida and joined the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) college readiness program piloting in my home town. In small groups, I fostered a collaborative, inquisitive academic environment applying Socratic-method instruction and advanced level questioning and problem-solving attitude. It was as an AVID GDL that I realized my passion for preparing students for college admission and success. I expanded this passion out...

...studies to bring success to my clients' academic goals. My experience spans from teaching elementary school students to serving as a college teaching assistant and editing student essays, and all levels in between. I also scored highly on the LSAT and would love to help other aspiring law students gain admission to the school of their dreams. My approach is simple. We figure out your personal goals, we make an attack plan to ensure those...

...with a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a minor in Mathematics, I also developed my personal skills. I focused on being diligent. Treating my workload like a giant math problem and my ability to organize, prioritize and execute accelerated. I became an efficient communicator, vocally and in writing, and developed a keen eye for detail. Through extensive personal reflection, I realized I wanted to use my experience to relate to people, develop a...

...firm. However, as much as science gets me really excited, I really missed teaching! I changed careers and have now been teaching. After a year and a half abroad in Japan teaching French and English, I am now focusing on my masters in middle school science education. As a native French and English speaker, I have done a lot of tutoring in both of those subjects. As a science nerd, I am very excited to...

...School for three years and then attended Temple University where I got my BA in History and German. I also completed coursework for a Minor in Mathematics. In 2011, I moved to Washington D.C. to get my MA in European History at American University. Throughout my undergraduate and graduate studies, I have tutored German and Mathematics, and I am eager to continue my work at Varsity Tutors. My goal is to become a teacher, either...

...Math continues to be a favorite subject of mine and I try to instill the same level of love and motivation for it in the students that I tutor and mentor. Reading and writing come second to Math. Writing skills and reading are very important to me. I encourage my students to find adventure and fun in both, tapping into their imagination. I excel in most other elementary and middle school subjects as well, including...