Award-Winning Tutors serving Potomac, DC

...Georgia studying Exercise and Sports Science with the hopes of becoming an Athletic Trainer. I first began tutoring in middle school. I went to local elementary school and taught after school programs in computer science. Since then I have done some tutoring at a local library for students who needed homework help (high school) and...

...time, I am an avid reader - books about historical events and education are some of my favorites, but I also enjoy popular fiction. I love attending Nats games, although I'm an Atlanta Braves fan at heart, and like to follow various college and pro sports teams, including the Oregon Ducks, Philadelphia Eagles, and Portland...

...in Secondary Education and English. I started my teaching career in Maryland where 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...

...years, and have enjoyed working with children, teens, and adults on math and English. Tutoring can be an instrumental part of learning for people that are struggling to keep up with new subjects, and for those hoping to advance beyond school standards. Recently, I was successful in working with two elementary school students, helping them...

...college sophomore studying engineering. I've had student internships at Johns Hopkins' Applied Physics Lab and NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, where I hope to work someday. At school, I compete on the intercollegiate sailing team, which is my #1 hobby (closely followed by playing drums or painting). I look forward to maybe getting to work...

...State University, I have learned to appreciate the importance of both education and balance. In a society with an increasing demand for leadership, knowledge, computer skills, etc. I have taken it upon myself to help others rise to meet the demand. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. I also minored in...

...assignments, organizing their documents, etc. I initially entered the field of linguistics since I have always been passionate about learning about different cultures, so I enjoy going to various cultural events in my spare time, such as museums, concerts, festivals, etc. I also enjoy spending time outdoors and hiking in scenic parks.

...do them any good. Sure, in the short run they have the answer, but in the long run they lose out on the skill to answer future questions. I believe in guiding a student to an answer, not just giving it too them. Its like the parable "give a man a fish, he eats for...

...to every students individual needs as a learner rather than having the student adjust to my teaching style as is so unfortunately demanded by teachers. After my third year at Temple University, I have come to love helping others build the foundations for a strong education and enhance their problem solving abilities. I recently was...

...School for Science and Technology, and recently graduated from the University of Virginia with a Distinguished Bachelor's in Neuroscience. As a medical student at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, I am excited to provide growing students with the unique perspectives on typically difficult STEM subjects that I have learned myself over the past...

...When teaching others, you must be able to teach the way you think to arrive at that understanding or answer. Learning how to think and digest new knowledge is what I can teach in addition to knowledge. While science satisfies my inquisitive nature, providing answers and knowledge, art feeds my creative seed and occupies my...

...with a BS in Economics with a concentration in international, macro and monetary economics. I first took economics because it was a required class for engineering, that quite frankly I didn't want to take. As it turns out I found my life's passion in my very first economics class. It is my favorite subject to...

...Service at American University, working towards a BA in International Studies. I have experience tutoring one-on-one or large groups, in both English and Spanish. The majority of my time tutoring has been working with elementary school students with reading and writing. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Reading,...

...master and bachelors degree in the biomedical sciences and a passion to help in the education of any individual irrespective of level aiming to understand the sciences and mathematical fields. Throughout my academic and professional career, I have worked with students at all levels, helping to improve their understanding and knowledge of the basics of...

...School of Education, and more than 6 years teaching experience. I have taught English, Literacy, Humanities and Social Studies/History at the Middle School/Secondary Level. Some of my strengths are getting to know my students, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, and leveraging their interests in order to motivate them and build confidence. I hold very high...

It is my goal as an ESL and language educator is to provide meaningful contexts for students to explore the world through language, to better understand themselves and others as individuals, and critically engage the world around them. ... As an ESL and language educator, it is my philosophy that students learn the most when they are personally invested in the activities they are participating in. I try to incorporate classroom activities that tie directly to...

...at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, since it was a chance to help other students with writing and foreign language studies. I love to read, write, and learn languages, so I studied journalism, international relations, and Chinese. After school, I moved to China and taught ESL to all ages as a teacher...

...Undergraduate Program as a mathematics major with a focus in education. While my studies primarily center on math, I have strong interests in history, language and psychology as well. I have experience working with kids of all ages - whether it be through tutoring or coaching swimming. I've tutored students in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia...

...of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) where I studied the molecular pathogenesis of Alexander disease pursuant to a grant from the NIH. I also hold a B.A. in Biological Sciences from the University of Mississippi where I conducted environmental research for an EPA project. Currently, I am pursuing a J.D. as a part-time law student at...

...always had a passion for education. I began my tutoring experiences in 3rd grade, and I have continued doing so throughout my undergraduate career. To me, education is an invaluable gift. Helping others to learn has always been something that I love to do! In college, I became a peer educator to broaden my horizons...