Award-Winning Tutors serving Chester, VA

An educator for 17 years after working in commercial enterprises for 20 years. I love the outdoors, skiing, hiking and such; climbed Denali in 2008. Love Ragnar Running. Knowledge gain is a passion of mine.

I have been an experienced tutor on both ends of the spectrum elementary school and university for over 6 years. With an extensive background in science and English and a degree in applied behaviour and social science with a specialization in psychology and mass communication, I have worked extensively in academic settings overseeing and tutoring students from the United States and across Europe.

...present job and aspirations to become a lawyer. The transition has been inspiring, however, due to the confidence and satisfaction that results from learning. I am very excited to achieve the prideful feeling of knowing with you. I believe that with creatively utilizing our resources and focusing on our goals, we can learn anything! Shermese Epps "Give a man a fish, he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish, he eats for life"

...with a Master's in Cybersecurity, Bachelors, and Associates in Game Design and Simulation. I have tutored all age groups. I started tutoring at the middle school level, then moved to elementary, and taught at the undergrad level. I am actually working on my Ph.D. so that I will be able to teach at any level. It is not hard to guess I am a Cyber/IT person but have been known to dabble in the math...

...degree in English, and then with my master's in education. I have been teaching elementary school here in Richmond for three years now, and I hope to use my experience to help new students with Varsity Tutors. I have always been a voracious reader, but I am also interested in science, math, and especially history. I'm very comfortable with all elementary subjects, from phonics to algebraic reasoning. My English degree came with a fair bit...

I graduated from the University of Delaware in 2014 with a degree in elementary education, special education and math. Since graduating, I have been teaching math in Virginia. Last year I taught 6th grade math and this year I teach algebra 1 and pre-calculus. I have been tutoring for the past 5 years. I enjoy tutoring middle school and high school math students.

...Bachelor's in Education from Longwood University, I am passionate about helping students excel in Middle School Math, History, and Reading. With over 2 years of experience in tutoring and classroom instruction, I approach each session with a focus on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. My philosophy centers on building strong relationships with my students, allowing me to tailor my teaching methods to meet their unique needs and learning styles. I believe that every...

...a Lead Family Services Specialist (Employment Services) with Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Social Services since 2006, and also a 5th grade teacher at Richmond Japanese weekend school since 2009. I also have experiences in tutoring to elementary students in Pennsylvania, teaching English to Japanese children and adults in Japan for 3 years. I love seeing students achieving their goals. I love seeing students's joy in their faces when they accomplish their goals. I also learn a lot...

...private school teaching core subjects and specialized interest topics to students with Autism. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Environmental Science, Japanese, and Math. In my experience, students have more retention in a subject and more fun when learning in a manner that connects to their interests. Education is important for a successful path forward in life. In order to help students achieve their goals, I believe it...

...Affairs in 2018 from the University of Texas at Dallas and my BA in Elementary Education from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I studied German in Germany during my time at Chapel Hill. I lived in China for over 16 years, teaching photography to adults and nursery-grade 12 at an international school. I studied Chinese as well. I love taking complex ideas and finding ways to present them for not just for...

...knowledge of and want to help people succeed in these areas. My methodology for tutoring people is as follows: [1] Find out exactly what parts of the math subject the student needs help with [2] Make a tentative schedule for going over the said parts. [3] Cover those parts to the point that the student has no more difficulties in the math subject. Outside of academia, my main hobbies consist of chess and running. I...

I am a second grade teacher in Chesterfield County. I graduated with my Bachelor's in Science degree from James Madison University in 2019. A year later, I graduated with my Master of Arts degree from James Madison University. Go Dukes! I love teaching and wanted to extend this passion of mine to support students even further through Varsity Tutors.

...a concept in their own words, and to think of real world examples. I have a bachelor's degree in biology and a master's degree in ecology, both from Penn State University. I love the subject of biology and the amazing new discoveries that continue to be made in the subject! I have two children that I have home schooled on and off from grades K-4. In addition to tutoring students in college biology, I can...

...the College of William and Mary. I decided to take a semester off to avoid the chaos of Coronavirus on a college campus and to save money. I have been tutoring on the side of a variety of jobs since the beginning of highschool and have three years of childcare experience outside of that. I am seeking a Bachelors of Science degree in Applied Mathematics with a pre-law track. I am passionate about tutoring math...

I am passionate about helping students to reach their full potential in the subjects they want to master. I believe that interaction and engagement is more important than passive learning and seek to involve as many senses as possible in the learning experience.

...imagination, and instills a love of learning." ~ Brad Henry I am an experienced teacher with over 25 years of teaching experience. I've worked with hundreds of preschoolers and elementary school students in both public and private schools. My Master of Teaching (Early Education) degree has served me well, and I've been trained in, and utilize, the Orton-Gillingham method of teaching reading. It is my belief that children learn best by doing, using a multi-sensory...

...and I am currently in graduate school working on a Pre-Health degree. I enjoy working with students to better understand subjects because I am definitely the type of student who learns better outside of the classroom and I know that it sometimes it takes different approaches and perspectives to make ideas click. My tutoring is focused on GRE prep & subjects relating to psychology. I firmly believe in understanding the importance of what you are...

...they're catching up or looking to get ahead. My tutoring style is patient, structured, and confidence-building. I believe every student can succeed in math with the right guidance and mindset. I focus on understanding, not memorization, and aim to create a positive learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, make mistakes, and grow from them. Outside of tutoring, I study Computational Modeling and Data Analytics at Virginia Tech, where I apply mathematical reasoning...

...Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering with a focus in Molecular Biology. Since high school I have been tutoring students. I am particularly passionate about Maths, Chemistry and Biology. Additionally, I have also worked as a high school English teacher. I believe that education is much more than just reading books. It's about knowing and understanding what you are learning and I hope to help my students understand their topics to the best of my ability.

...to provide an immersion ESL experiences. I also have been homeschooling my children for the past 14 years. While I facilitated and taught many of their subjects through all grade levels, I am most passionate about Grammar, Reading, and Writing. In my tutoring experience, I can offer guidance in a fun environment. My goal is always for children to feel empowered and respected. Everyone learns best when they enjoy what they are learning.