Award-Winning Tutors serving Cumberland, VA

...my undergraduate degree in Government Administration from Christopher Newport University (Newport News, VA) in 2001. From there, I enrolled in the Career Switcher Program at Old Dominion University to change my career choice to Elementary Education (2008). In 2010, I received my Virginia Teaching License in Elementary Education, Pk-3 Endorsement. In this same year, I...

I strive to ensure that our newest leaders are able to be the best they can through positive support and positive figures in their education.

I have been in the education field for over 15 years. I have worked with various populations of students and I enjoy helping students learn.

...reading, writing, literature, comprehension, learning the English Language, I taught over thirty years with people of all ages who have special needs as a Life Skills teacher, Resource Teacher. I have worked with students at the middle school level who were learning conversational English, having come here as refugees. I have a background in theatre/drama,...

...also had the privilege of assisting my fellow students in refining their papers, managing projects, and completing capstone projects. One of my key strengths as an educator is my enthusiasm for assisting students in grasping their assignments more effectively. Whether it's unraveling complex concepts, enhancing writing skills, or fostering a deeper understanding of social studies...

...school and college, my jobs outside of school were babysitting and teaching in a day care setting. My day care jobs involved working with young children, as young as infants and as old as elementary school age. I believe I have the best qualities of a tutor because I am an expert in the curricula...

...in 2011, and couldn't be happier! Working with students to help them persevere and succeed is challenging, but the rewards are greater. I try to make learning fun and exciting for all students to help them feel confident and inspired. I am very passionate about engaging and motivating students in a way that shows how...

...people since it helps them learn a new skillset and it makes me proud of their hard earned accomplishments. I currently serve in the U.S. Navy and have qualified and proven Korean proficiency by passing the Department of Defense Language Proficiency Test. Learning a new language can be difficult, but I believe I have the...

...to know all the answers, but just where to get them. I look forward to working with each student to reach their potential. My tutoring approach is very simple. Whether it's an acronym, a creative song/saying, a book, or a picture, I am looking to use all the tools that will help the student connect...

I will make it the ultimate goal of every student I tutor to understand absolutely everything that they have trouble with. I aim to help with critical thinking and inquiry so that the student not only solves the problem, but understands the concepts and where they need to be used.

...people thrivenot just in their careers but in their lives. With a unique background in conflict resolution, HR strategy, and veteran support, I've seen firsthand the transformative power of empathy, clear communication, and strong leadership. But my story isn't a straight path. Like many, I've faced challengesboth personally and professionally. These experiences have fueled my...

I love teaching the students the fundamentals required by the state of Virginia. Why not merge teaching and learning together? I make learning fun and intriguing. I build great relationships with my clients. I'm always accessible to my clients. It's important to make time for your clients.

...obtain a career that doesn't feel like work. My name is Malik Laidlaw and from my beginning stages of school I vowed to pursue the life of an educator because I knew from an early age that a student can only become as good as the teacher motivates them to be. I stand for understanding,...

My goal is to prepare students for courses in various ways to make them as successful as possible. I hope to teach students proper habits and a routine that would make them successful in future classes.

...school setting. During those years, I taught the following grade levels: Kindergarten, 3rd grade, 4th grade and 5th grade. I had the honor to work with students before and after school in the district tutoring program. I graduated from Saint Augustine College in Raleigh, North Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. I continued my...

...school, as well as my medical training I enjoyed studying and tutoring other students, and formed many study groups. I have won a medical student teaching award, as well as a resident teaching award. My subjects of interest are the sciences, specifically biology, anatomy and physiology, chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. I am also interested...

...wonderful experiences that made me who I am today. I attended three elementary schools, two middle schools, and three high schools. This has allowed me to experience a variety of scholastic perspectives and I'm excited to implement my favorite practices from those schools. After high school, I attended Virginia State University and received a Bachelor...

...Ecology and Evolution. Currently I am working on my doctorate in Ecology. As you can imagine, I love nature and I love teaching biology, which is why I also work as a zoo educator. I am comfortable teaching other natural sciences as well as reading, writing and basic math. I speak both English and German...

I believe that every person should have an opportunity to learn no matter the age, race, ethnicity, gender, etc. I want to pass on the knowledge that I have acquired to others. I strive to work hard to make sure that, if chosen, I present quality information that is relevant to the tutee.

...years. I received my degree in Secondary Education and Mathematics from the University of North Alabama. My teaching experience includes 6th-8th grade mathematics, Algebra 1, and Geometry. I've also tutored students in Algebra 2, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus. As much as I enjoy mathematics, teaching is my passion. My favorite teaching moments are watching my students...