Award-Winning Tutors serving Henrico County, VA

...school history and civics/government. I really enjoy teaching and tutoring a wide variety of subjects including elementary math, elementary and middle reading and writing, 4-8th grade science, and all levels of history. I believe that all children learn in a variety of different ways and deserve to be reached how they learn best. I strive...

...work. I am a specialist in American and Military History. I am also knowledgeable in both World History and Geography, the latter of which I have my second Bachelor's in. I taught swim lessons to children for six years and that is the original basis for my tutoring knowledge. I will argue for in depth...

...Carolina Wilmington and a M.S. in Applied Economics from East Carolina University. I have taught and tutored intro and intermediary economics and mathematics classes for several years at the university level. I am new to Varsity Tutors; but am looking forward to meeting many new students and helping to instill in them the importance of...

...and Biochemistry. I enjoy working with students and realize that not all students learn in the same way. So, my first task as a teacher is to make the material that I am teaching relevant and interesting to the student. This needs to be established on a continuing basis, but when successful, the student comprehends...

Hello my name is Taleesa Meeks and I have a passion for teaching history. I love sharing my passion with students in hopes that they may grow to understand the importance of history as much as I do. ... My teaching philosophy is that all students are able to learn if given the proper tools, resources, and guidance. It is my job, as an educator, to provide students with the tools to be successful.

...employing creative strategies to engage students fully in the learning process. With a drive to inspire students to achieve personal and academic success, I am also deeply invested in building and instilling resilience in the Emergency Medical Services classroom. As I complete my Doctor of Education degree, I have gained excellent knowledge in research-based strategies...

...student needs help breaking down and organizing the problem. Other students need help visualizing the problem and understanding exactly what it is the problem is asking. This is accompanied with many graphs and charts. As a junior at Virginia Commonwealth University studying Applied Mathematics, I am often asked by friends to help them with their...

...flipped-classroom style, where all activities and assignments are communicative, based in meaningful communication that allow students to use the target language in a way that encourages memory, as opposed to mechanical exercises. What I love most about foreign-language instruction in particular is that any particular student's interests can be incorporated into the practice itself. This...

...seeing beginning Latin students advance to competency and learn about the Romans, etc. while studying their language. I have worked with students from 3rd grade through 12. I taught college Freshmen at the University of Michigan. I was also am licensed as a k-12 librarian because I love reading and the organization of a good...

...CFA Level 1 exam. I am also an expert in all aspects of the GMAT. I enjoy teaching the most when I see the light of understanding turn on in the student and not just academically but with real-world applicability whenever possible (especially regarding investing). I listen to the student's needs within the context of...

...and molecular research. The skills developed in my scientific research equipped me with knowledge and experience that I implement regularly in teaching general biology to college students. I believe that a basic understanding of how life works is vital because we are confronted with scientific events every day. The interest and appreciation of science is...

...engaging and enjoyable for my students. In addition to academic pursuits, I also offer conversational English sessions. Outside the world of teaching, you'll find me exploring the outdoors, often accompanied by my furry friend on our walks. I have a love for cooking shows, and during my college days, I was a field hockey player....

...as clinical. In Grad. School I was a NASA Graduate student researcher and recently I have begun my Residency in clinical psychology. My focus is Health Psychology. I provided psychological services to inpatients and outpatients. My primary model of therapy is DBT, but I have experience in EFT, Narrative, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.

...Anatomy and Physiology. I find Biological Science to be exciting and important. I hope to help my students to see it that way as well. I taught Martial Arts for five years, which actually taught me a great deal, including the importance of positivity and motivation in teaching and how fun it is to see...

...from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, Virginia. I then went on to complete an additional undergraduate degree in Spanish from VCU as well. I have studied grammar, syntax, and comparative literature for over a decade and I love nothing more than teaching students about language. I am very relaxed, open-minded, patient, and, above all...

...with students as young as 2nd grade, all the way up to the college level. I prefer the sciences (biology, chemistry, Earth science) and math (elementary to algebra II). When tutoring, I encourage my students arrive at the solution by continuously asking questions, rather than directly giving answers. I also enjoy the use of manipulatives...

I'm an accomplished professional in higher education with a generous history of improving student learning and academic success. With my deep understanding of educational trends and ability to thoroughly evaluate academic strengths, weaknesses, and needs, I am able to create a coaching relationship that allows students to develop a toolkit of strategies that support...

...of Ephrata, PA. My students improved their test scores an average of 200 points after meeting for 6-8 sessions with me! Aside from that I've always helped my babysitting charges and younger siblings with countless hours of homework. I love helping all levels and I enjoy the challenge of matching my teaching style to the...

...culture. I have a strong passion for the Spanish language. My ultimate goal is to not only continue to expand my knowledge, but to share my knowledge and passion with others. As I am not only a recent international student in a Spanish speaking country, but also a college graduate, I have a lot of...

...a passion for education, whether in creating educational programs or tutoring. My favorite subjects to tutor are math or science, however I am confident in most subjects at the High School Level including Latin. I work to stand in the shoes of the student to adopt their perspective to find new, unique ways to educate....