Award-Winning Tutors serving Edgewood, MD

...impart important concepts and problem solving mechanisms to people because it allows them to learn a process that can be applied to different problems in life outside the exam setting. I definitely try to impart my passion for problem solving onto people I tutor. In my spare time, I enjoy playing and watching most sports...

...their core subjects: math, reading, social sciences, and physical sciences. I also assisted them in Spanish (all levels), AP classes, PSAT skills, and SAT skills. My greatest strength is assisting students get more organized and take better notes when they are in class to facilitate how they study and practice their material outside the classroom....

...human rights law. I love using teaching to build relationships and share ideas with his students! Though I teach a wide variety of subjects and enjoy them all for different reasons, I feel most comfortable teaching test prep (SAT, GRE, LSAT) and TOEFL. My teaching approach is a combination of enthusiastic, friendly support and targeted,...

...the past few years. My job includes creating measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be most effective for each individual client. I believe that active student responding, personalized programs, and a focus on measurable goals are all important components of a successful learning experience. I hope to...

...comfortable tutoring. Math is fun for me because it's so concrete, the answers are right or wrong. I guess I mean to say it's an exact science. English is more of an art that is based on opinions in the eye of the beholder and that's why I don't like it as much as math....

...fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a tutor is to help students discover their individual path to learning. Students do this by identifying their motivations, strengths and goals....

...broad. I am a practicing attorney in Washington, DC with prior careers in technology consulting and intelligence analysis. I have bachelor and master degrees from Carnegie Mellon University, a law degree from Washington & Lee University, and am licensed by the bars of Virginia and Maryland. I was raised in Tucson, Arizona and have lived...

I love working with students. I find it an exciting challenge because there are so many ways to be successful at it and I am looking forward to exploring as many ways as possible to help students learn.... There is no such thing as a bad student. There are only unmotivated ones and it is a teacher and tutor's responsibility to motivate them to learn.

...to think critically about the world around them so that they become more enlightened, aware, and compassionate people. I seek to help each student get the most out of their learning as well as to prepare for the next step in their education. In my tutoring sessions, I strive to understand how each individual student...

...them and build confidence. I hold very high expectations, but I always take the time to figure out what kinds of strategies and supports students need to be successful. I strongly believe in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they can take into any educational experience. I have been teaching in the DC area...

...student in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the George Washington University and have an extensive background in math, science, and writing. As a tutor, I will be able to work with you across a broad range of topics. In terms of hobbies and interests, I enjoy discovering new music and collecting records. In the past,...

...more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and many more.. My ultimate plan is to go to medical school, but in the meantime I try to teach as much as possible!... I know firsthand what it is like to be bogged down by material from way too many classes at once. And it can become...

...other side of the picture, I know what worked best for me and hope to incorporate those techniques in my own practice. I love teaching and the feeling it gives both me and my student to see improvement. Practice is key in improvement, and I will make sure to provide ample opportunity for my students...

...work with students of all ages and backgrounds on a variety of subjects, including Spanish, English, SAT Verbal/Writing, History, etc. Whether you need an extra challenge or a new way of learning previously taught material, I can help you achieve your academic goals and prepare for your next steps in academia and beyond. It is...

...had the pleasure of working with kids in a number of different environments, from volunteering in schools to working at childcare/preschool facilities. And, (mostly) unrelated to my tutoring abilities, I am also an old movie aficionado, lover of fantasy novels, and world traveler whenever I get the chance. In high school, I was one of...

...reach their true potential and not let academics stand in the way of a bright future. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but my strengths include standardized tests and writing, which can make a huge impact upon a student's educational goals. I am very personable and I want students to feel comfortable enough with...

...throughout the testing process. If you do this, you'll give yourself a much better chance of success. The best schools teach the same subject matter as any other, but they surround you with talented, brilliant people who challenge you every day. At Varsity Tutors, you join a multitude of students who care about their understanding--not...

...group and one-on-one lessons in South Korea that covered test prep, critical reading, and essay writing My philosophy for teaching is that my students not only improve in their academic potential, but also become engaged with the material and understand the purpose of what they are learning. I have always applied my students' feedback on...

...have also taught Geography (4 years). I have taught large and small classes, and I have experience tutoring. I have a lot of experience working with students who learn differently, and am very familiar with accommodation methodology for individual students. I currently teach at the Seton Keough High School in Baltimore, about 20 minutes from...

...hours of teacher training and countless hours in the classroom. Furthermore, I was the editor of our student newspaper, The Daily Cardinal, and have extensive writing-coaching skills in addition to a strong grasp on the English language. I am currently employed by an educational non-profit in Alexandria, Virginia and would like to spend time outside...