Award-Winning Tutors serving Walkersville, MD

Ready? Set? Learn! I am a former elementary school teacher and high school coach. I have three kids of my own (currently in elementary school) and my love of teaching still stands. I'll work with your student to make learning engaging AND help it to build the foundations of future exploration!

Hello. My name is Laura Pykosh and I am currently a Middle School Science teacher, but have also taught elementary for 15 years. Although I'm able to help in many content areas, my teaching/tutoring strengths include Reading, Writing, Science and STEM. I look forward to working with you!

...a Math, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) Program. Here I tutored middle school and high school students in those subjects. I have not formally tutored college students. However, I help my fellow college peers with their studies. I am comfortable tutoring students of any age. As a tutor, my main goal is to guide the student...

...Ria Purcell. I am a recent Bachelor's of English graduate of 2023 from Oregon State University. I am really looking forward to working with struggling children in terms of their studies. My particular teaching strategies include working with the student one-on-one and motivating them that they can do it! I never had any academic help...

...a Master's degree in Leadership and over 22 years of teaching and tutoring experience, I am excited to bring my passion for teaching to Varsity Tutors My proven track record of helping students improve their academic performance, coupled with my ability to develop personalized learning strategies, aligns perfectly with your mission to provide individualized education...

...loves good music, dramatic movies, and travel. Another one of my favorite things is working with students from all walks of life; I've been happily tutoring and mentoring for more than four years. I practice student-centered tutoring, which means I like to spend a little more time in the beginning trying out various learning techniques...

...solve some problems together. By doing so I understand if the concept and problem-solving skill is well understood or do we need to practice more. Then I ask them to solve some problems by themselves so they would have great confidence in themselves. I also give them some problems as homework so the problem-solving skills...

...up my bachelors with a post-bacc at George Washington University where I am pursuing a Graduate certificate in anatomical and transnational sciences. As a pre-med student, my goal is to attend medical school this coming fall. As a tutor, My goal is to address any and all obstacles standing between my student and their understanding...

I like learning stuff, and I like teaching people what I know in a way that I wish someone taught me.

...one in which building positive relationships with students is my first priority. In doing so, I can better understand who they are, what they're interested in, and the ways in which I can best meet their academic needs. Additionally, I have worked with students with a range of needs, including students who are English Language...

...volunteering as a Conversation Partner for English Language Institute learners. This gave me the opportunity to serve as an academic resource for these students, while also broadening my own cultural understandings. Regardless of the student, I seek to identify their current understanding and build from wherever this may be. If a question is answered wrong,...

...have worked with a diverse group of elementary school-aged children in school settings to provide the best educational experience. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics, Reading, and Writing. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for the transition to middle school and beyond has became something that...

...I am here to teach German and various topics on government. I have a bachelor's degree in international relations and German studies and a master's degree in European politics. I have worked for six years in diplomacy and international relations and am eager to teach young people German and the importance of international cooperation! I...

...Shenandoah University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and Psychology, with a focus on business communication. Since graduation, While I tutor many subjects, I am most passionate about English, Grammar and Geometry. I am a firm believer in teaching with patience. Since every student learns at their own pace, I take individuality...

...and life long learner, with plans to begin doctoral studies in Urban Education in the Fall of 2021. I am committed to helping students of all ages to tap into their creative minds and critical thinking capacity, enabling them to become the best version of themselves possible. Learning is fantastic and it is my honor...

...knowledge, I plan to pursue a Doctorate of Pharmacy from an accredited 3 or 4 year institution. Currently, I work part- time as a certified Pharmacy Technician and Wellness Ambassador for Rite Aid Pharmacy. As an experienced tutor, I am thrilled and humbled by being able to help others achieve and surpass their academic goals.

...BYU-Idaho with a degree in history education and two years of teaching experience. My primary subjects of focus are history and english, but I also have experience in teaching math. My goal as a teacher is to create engaging lessons to help students learn how to make connections between topics for complete understanding.

I believe that learning is one of the most enjoyable activities in life, and I love the process of helping students make a connection with the material they're studying. ... Every person is different, so I tailor my tutoring sessions to the strengths, weaknesses, and goals of each individual student. I believe that honesty and good communication are the keys to building the trust necessary to optimize our time together.

...the Math and Science Center, and I always tried to personally connect with each student in a different way. In the STEM courses, the concepts can be very challenging and complex. My teaching philosophy is to simplify these concepts by relating them to every-day experiences. I've found that when students can understand these concepts through...

...of classroom activity is focused on the use of language for purposes that are as authentic as a classroom context will permit. I try to make the learning process enjoyable, fun, and rewarding. I encourage learners to take risks and learn through mistakes. In order to encourage risk-taking, I create a safe and nurturing environment...