Award-Winning ASPIRE Tutors serving Washington DC

...to stay current on teaching methods both virtual and in-class. My tutoring experience includes working with extended family members in middle school, for other tutoring companies, and as a helper in my children's classrooms over the years. I have seen the young people I tutor soar to new heights with a little bit of extra help that builds confidence and independence. Also, I have also been tutored myself so I know how it feels to...

...and applied it to the juvenile delinquents staying at the detention center down the road from campus. This time I went a step further and helped my students write original poems and autobiographical screenplays as a way to explore and share their various struggles. The success of "Strong Voices" and the amazing students I met through the program make it one of my proudest achievements to date. Since graduating from Washington College I have continued...

...they work through problems in their own way, being resourceful and prepared in order to respond to students' questions as they arise, and being enthusiastic with the subject material so as to maintain the students' interest. With these traits and characteristics as the backbone of my teaching/tutoring philosophy, I have been, and believe I will continue to be, quite successful at helping students achieve a greater understanding and appreciation of mathematics. As for my qualifications,...

...school district. I also worked as a Math Tutor for my college. I was able to help and shape the minds of students with the concepts of mathematics both at the high school and college level. It is important to me to help others who need extra support in learning mathematics. My goal is for my students to love math just as much as I do. It takes a great deal of patience working with...

I have extensive tutoring experience in math, physics, chemistry and engineering subjects. I really enjoy tutoring and like the interaction with students. ... Teaching is a way to share knowledge and improve your own learning.... By helping them understand the core concepts. Focus on understanding the problem itself rather than the solution.... By praising them on their successes, pointing out places for improvement and making learning a fun process.... I will try to illustrate the skill...

...math and sports. One of the reasons I love math is because it can be applied to almost anything. Showing students how math can be applied to the real world and how it can be useful in their own lives really helps students stay engaged with the course material. I personally think that any student can do well in their math class with the right help and I am very committed to delivering the best...

...my Bachelor's Degree, including during my time at JHU, in subjects ranging from basic arithmetic to differential equations. My teaching philosophy is "math is easy"; my goal is to make sure you understand why math is intuitive and natural, so that it's easy for you, too. In my spare time, I like to to solve math puzzles (yeah, I know I'm a nerd), play video games and board games, and watch anime.... My teaching motto is...

...a rigorous one-year post baccalaureate premedical program at Bennington College in Vermont. This was an incredibly challenging experience, in which I not only learned physics, chemistry and biology, but I also learned to be strategic with my time, and get the most out of my classes and homework. Upon completing the premedical program with flying colors I took the MCAT in mid July 2015. As someone who struggled with math and science in high school,...

Thanks to one-on-one help in middle and high school, I not only achieved stronger grades/test scores, but gained the confidence I will continue to use even beyond graduate school. I hope to give others the same invaluable tool set!... The ways I've always preferred to learn myself are typically the ways I teach. Once it seems like a student has a pretty strong understanding of a subject, I like to play competitive or timed games. It...

...is a unique learner who brings different skills and challenges. Therefore, my first job as a tutor is to analyze each student's learning style, strengths, weaknesses, and motivations and tailor an individual growth plan for that student based on those findings. Tutoring, like teaching, is both art and science. My experience in working with thousands of students over the years has taught me crucial elements of both aspects and I am very anxious and excited...

...Teaching is something that I am truly passionate about and I have had many opportunities as a teacher. I was a teaching assistant for two undergraduate courses: Number Theory and Discrete Mathematics. My duties involved giving weekly tutorials and designing and evaluating homework and quizzes. I have also taught underprivileged high school students as part of an NGO. I taught math, computer science and english speaking skills. This is why Mathematics is my favourite subject...

...to share the role of teacher and student. My personal and professional experiences have shown me that education is the doorway, and community is the key. The best educators are not just ones who go to school and learn curriculum and strategies, but they are the ones who dig deep within themselves, build lasting relationships with their students and have a fundamental understanding that I am great because I have been cultivated and nurtured by...

...teaching a law scholar class on Constitution Law. My favorite subjects to tutor are writing and any philosophy related course. I love teaching these because I believe that excellent writing and critical thinking skills will help all individuals not just in their current class but all though their education and into their professional careers. My tutoring style is tailored to each of my students depending on their needs. I really like to focus on what...

...problems with curiosity and resilience, fostering a growth mindset that will serve them well beyond the classroom. Tutoring has also taught me invaluable lessons in patience, empathy, and adaptability. Every student presents a unique set of challenges and learning preferences, and it is my responsibility to adapt my methods to meet those needs. Through continuous reflection and feedback, I strive to improve my tutoring techniques and stay abreast of the latest educational strategies and resources....

...as a Grader for the AP English Composition test for 7 years. I am here to aid you in any stage of the writing process--from brainstorming ideas to editing a final paper. I specialize in finding a way to get the brilliant ideas in your head onto the page to make a coherent and complete argument. I also understand writerly paralysis, and we can work on strategies for creating a action plan for your writing....

...in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the extraneous material and present themselves and their ideas honestly,...

...skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test preparation as well as Mathematics, I carry with me, aside from a substantial knowledge of all subjects, a "bag of tricks" made up of pneumonic devices, preparation skills, and exercises in focus/concentration. With any session, my goal is to deconstruct seemingly difficult concepts into more digestible steps -- in essence working with the student to develop a strategy that is personal to them, for any person will...

...attend medical school next year. I have scored at the 100th percentile for the Physical Sciences portion of the MCAT. My Chemistry, Physics, and Biology knowledge is quite extensive. I have always been fascinated by science and medicine. I have been tutoring for 3 years, and I have experience teaching from 1st grade students all the way up to college kids. I enjoy tutoring because it is a way for me to help someone academically,...

...how they learn best. Throughout my career, I've served as a teacher, instructional coach, school leader and interventionist across public, charter and private schools. I hold multiple advanced degrees in education, leadership, and public administration - but more importantly, I bring compassion, strategy, and results to every session. I use engaging, customized and research-based practices and pair them with executive function tools to help students gain confidence, build independence, and make lasting academic progress. Whether...

...is to treat every student as a unique learner. Every student learns differently and my goal is to find out what makes them tick in order to open the doors to understanding the topic. As a tutor, I strive to get my students to not only learn the knowledge, but truly understand. I have been working in the education field since 2007 and I am familiar with various techniques. My approach to education is very...