Certified Tutors From University of Mary Washington

...school, of course)! While at UMW I led the university student newspaper and worked at our Communication Center where I tutored in public speaking, writing, interview prep and presentation prep. Throughout my time there I was promoted to Lead, where I trained other tutors and assisted in classroom curriculum. I tutor in writing, essay editing...

...past 4 years my focus has been almost exclusively on tutoring calculus (AP Calc AB, AP Calc BC , College Calc 1, College Calc 2). These are my favorite courses to tutor as I taught the AP program for nearly 20 years before becoming a high school administrator. My methodology is teaching students to think...

...Critical thinking, reasoning, analysis, and synthesis are key ingredients to good communication, as well as skills that are crucial to test performance. I have experience tutoring both high school and undergrad students in Spanish, English, grammar, reading comprehension, essay writing, and lower level math; as well as academic and professional experience writing, proofreading, and editing.

I really enjoy sharing the passion I have for mathematics and physics with other students and I want students to strive to become better at what they do.

...their emotions in a foreign language. As a lover of learning, I try to impart in my students that same enthusiasm and curiosity about the world and material we see together. My favorite moments with my students are when they can use classroom concepts to engage with the world around them and communicate themselves more...

...have been tutoring for over 12 years. I have worked with many different students in many different subjects. I've worked as a classroom teacher and instructional content creator, as well. My favorite part of tutoring is knowing that I am making a real difference for my students. I am looking forward to helping more students...

...develop new materials and lesson plans. After the Peace Corps, I returned to Boston, where I earned a Master's Degree in teaching. As a graduate student, I was taught the 'Scope and Sequence' and 'Backwards Planning' methods of curriculum development. These methods ensure that instruction begins with the end in mind and that each lesson...

...chemistry, physics, and Spanish with a biology major and chemistry minor. I also spent 6 weeks studying Spanish in Ecuador. I really enjoy helping others learn Spanish, and my second favorite subject would be any sort of biology or related topic. I hope to help you reach your goals by helping you work through the...

...simplified! I use my artistic skills to make students experience fun, creative, and interactive with vivid visuals and hands on projects. In the past, my students' ages ranged from 5th grade to middle aged adults! I am also a self-taught singer, rapper, and songwriter and artist! I have been singing and writing since I was...

...tutoring for more than 10 years to both high school and college students in the subjects of Biology, Chemistry, and Environmental Science. I like to encourage my students, giving them the skills they need to succeed in their science courses. I hope the students will develop an appreciation for our world and the role for...

...so I am very experienced with adaptability. I returned later in life to complete my degrees so as a non traditional student I understand the demands of todays modern student. I bring a variety of experience into the classroom, I am a parent and I have worked in vocational and educational settings. I love helping...

...I am the most passionate. I believe that everyone is entitled to the best education possible, but also that education is not one-size-fits-all. I therefore employ a wide range of instructional methods, understanding that a strategy that works well for one person might not work for someone else. I make it a priority to listen...

...of VA. I have taught several grades from 2nd to 8th grade. I love to teach and I think the best part is sharing my knowledge over a variety of subjects and making connections to previous experiences or existing background knowledge. I tutor in all subjects: math, history, science, and language arts - in grades...

...and biology (especially immunology and cancer). In my experience helping struggling students to understand concepts and materials that they have not grasp schools or in preparation for an upcoming examination. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this...

...ESL and elementary math to a variety of ages. I have over 5 years of teaching and tutoring experience. I have taught elementary students in China, adults in Thailand, and secondary students here in the states. My favorite subject would have to be the sciences, because that is what I went to school for and...

...volunteers to packaged food that went to residents of the Thurman Brisben Center, a local homeless shelter. Additionally, I was a staff writer and copy editor for The Weekly Ringer, our student newspaper. I have a passion for the Spanish language, and in my spare time, I love to use it any chance I get--when...

...University), and completed the OPUS study abroad program at Oxford. I also adjunct for Mary Washington for the Geography Department. I'm passionate about engaging learners in Geography, History, and Earth Science. With 25 years of public education under my belt, I am happy to tutor, review, and plan for Human Geography, World Geography, Physical Geography,...

...grows out of what they're curious and passionate about. Along with reading and writing tutoring, I can also offer students mentorship and tutoring in their creative interests, especially in visual art, design, performance art, creative writing, music, art history and ecological design/planning. These tutoring areas are also where I work as a freelance artist, so...

I have a strong background in data management, project planning, acquisition strategy, and process improvement, I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your learning. I am excited about the opportunity to bring my skills and expertise to contribute to your success.

...four times for family visits to our farm there. A relative's wedding took me to the beautiful seaside in Pohang, Korea. Fortunately, before the Pandemic changed so many of our lives, one of my students invited me to accompany her to Shanghai, China for a magical ten-day visit in 2017. Years ago, I worked as...