Award-Winning Tutors serving Powhatan County, VA

...a teacher and tutor has been my goal since childhood. Following in my mother's footsteps, I began working with children at a young age and have not stopped since. I attended Eastern Connecticut State University and received a Bachelor's in English along with a Secondary teaching certificate. I then went to George Mason University and...

...a doctoral candidate in Public Policy at the University of Massachusetts in Boston, currently residing in the Orlando area. My research concerns improving educational outcomes, school reform, and accountability policies. I have a strong background in tutoring, particularly in test preparation. I have a Florida Teaching Certification and taught for three years at Winter Springs...

...the correct answer, but fully understand the reasoning needed to derive that answer. In the future, I hope to pursue a career as a physician-scientist. This fall I will be pursuing a Fulbright grant at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems to research sign language recognition using haptics and machine learning. In my spare...

...order to succeed in their education. During my many internships in college, I was able to implement reading and writing strategies to help my students in their academics. I hope to be able to share these strategies while tutoring, and I look forward to working one-on-one with students of all ages while I jump start...

...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. Let's embark on a journey of...

Accomplished degrees including Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration with specialization in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix. I am a certified Reading Specialist and Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Certified Teacher. I am a published Author, Exhibitionist Artist, Community Poet, and Editor. I love to visit museums. I have managed school-based tutoring programs...

...the COVID-19 pandemic strengthened my adaptability and broadened my skill set, allowing me to effectively transition to virtual instruction and support students in remote learning environments. During this time, I also tutored young learners in reading, helping them build critical literacy skills despite challenging circumstances. My experiences have cultivated a flexible, student-centered approach that prioritizes...

...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 immediate understanding, but also an increased comfort with the subject going forward. This is true across subjects, but particularly in math, science, photography, and various computer software packages...

...lots of experience with tutoring and also in a large variety of subjects. I worked at a place called "The Tutoring Center" for 8 months where I had the opportunity to teach students aged 5 through 18 in varying levels of Math, English, and Writing. I have also been now tutoring with Varsity for nearly...

...believing that every student deserves a strong foundation in science to unlock future opportunities. Past students have told me that I have the ability to take complex scientific concepts and break them down into manageable, understandable parts, I strive to make students feel supported and inspired. One of the most rewarding parts of my work...

...20 years of state certified classroom teaching experience. I have expertise working with elementary students as well as supporting the professional growth of aspiring teachers. I am patient and encouraging and can help students progress to the next level of their learning journeys. I have earned degrees from some of the best schools in the...

...7 years working as a teacher, tutor, mentor, coordinator and administrator, I was elected to the local Board of Education where I served for 6 years. I believe that every child can learn with the right encouragement, determination to succeed, and a strong support network. Finding hidden gifts and talents in children; helping them realize...

...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.

...importance to me to find ways for students to form personal connections to the material to provide relevance, excitement, and meaning for them individually. I am adept in creating and implementing curriculum, igniting educational excitement in children, and fostering a love for learning. "Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of...

...with animation but in illustration, drawing, design, and other art forms. My experience teaching has led students to four-year universities at Ringling College of Art and Design and The Savannah College of Art and Design. In conclusion, I enjoy helping people look at the world around them with new eyes, not taking for granted the...

...as a Second Language (TESOL). I truly enjoy encouraging, educating and empowering students while having fun during their learning experiences. I love creating fun activities to make the lessons relevant to the student's interests. I believe every student is amazingly unique. It's a great joy to see students engaged, learning and having fun!

...my Bachelor's in History from Trinity University, and my Master's in History from The College of William and Mary; I am just now about to begin my doctoral studies at the University of Oregon. The subjects I tutor are history, philosophy, English, writing (essay editing, and the GRE written portion), and GRE verbal. My experience...

...looking for Spanish lessons (I am a native speaker) or in any particular subject in elementary school. I believe that a learning environment should be safe and caring where students feel free to speak their mind and solve doubts. My job will be to guide, clarify and explain the topic to my tutee, using positive...

...I, just like Varsity Tutors, am passionate about educating students to be successful. I realized that the students I tutored succeeded because I was passionate about the subject, and about helping them understand the material. My educational philosophy has changed and has been impacted by each of my experiences. I appreciate the education I received,...

...as I do. In my free time, I like to hike, bike, fish, ride my motorcycle, and just be outside in my free time. I enjoy discovering new places whether that's state parks, national parks, or even other countries as well as spending quality time with my friends and family. I look forward to helping...