Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Henrico County, VA

...with my help. These days I am most interested in improving the critical thinking and critical writing skills of students who will comprise the next generation of college graduates and working professionals. The ability to express oneself clearly through writing is an invaluable skill both within academia and the professional workforce. I believe it is...

...the state assessment benchmark in the Fall to exceeding the state assessment benchmark in the Spring! I will provide a scope and sequence reading program that incorporates the current findings from the science of reading. The scope and sequence that I use can be found on the University of Florida Literacy Institute's (UFLI) website. This...

Hello! My name is Dotty Smith, and I am a graduate of Swarthmore College, where I studied Quantitative Social Science and Education. I currently work in marketing analytics for higher education institutions. My skills range from writing/editing to data analysis. I would love to chat and make a plan to help you reach your goals!

...for learning. In addition to tutoring younger learners, I have tutored students in high school and college level classes. I served as a Teaching Assistant for a masters level Anatomy and Physiology course, and tutored students taking molecular biology, immunology, and neuroscience courses. While tutoring higher level topics, I focus on simplifying difficult material through...

I have a strong background in English. My years of travel experience have helped me develop excellent cultural sensitivity and awareness, and I work well with people from all backgrounds. I am especially familiar with critical analysis of film and theater, but have studied a variety of literary traditions.

...of empowering the lives of us all. This is another reason I feel elated; especially after students show an increased amount of enthusiasm after lessons. And whenever my students are truly satisfied with the content of my teaching, I'd offer a chance to have an open dialogue on any topic in order to increase their...

...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 for Reading development and have led schools in reaching state accountability goals. I am passionate about English, and Language Arts, and supporting students with scaffolds as...

...to help students connect to their higher selves and see the power in their own individual voices. This is what I hope to infuse in each student with whom I interact. Teaching and public speaking have been great passions of mine since I was a child, and I am currently transitioning into this profession in...

...International Politics and a minor in French. Throughout my academic and professional journey, I've cultivated a passion for exploring diverse perspectives, fostering cultural exchange, and engaging thoughtfully in international dialogue. My experiences, from consulting internships to study abroad in France, have honed my skills in communication, analysis, and critical thinking, all of which I'm eager...

...on my profile. I am a college senior, getting my BS in Marketing. I am also a professional tutor trained and employed by my school during the school year. My favorite subjects to tutor are reading and writing because, no matter what you want to do in life, reading and writing are skills that are...

With over eight years of experience working with children of all ages across various subjects, I have developed a deep passion for education and student growth. My journey as a teacher has been driven...

...as a Pre-health or buisness/managament student!. I am looking to help out younger kids with fundemental math, reading, and writing skills. Essay writing is a huge passion of mine and I think it is. a very important skill to learn and share. I am very easy going, patient, understanding, and can explain concepts in different...

...by my peers to review and edit/critique their written work. In terms of my teaching philosophy, I place a premium on engaging the student; teaching is often fruitless unless you convey to the student that what they are learning has value. I also believe in identifying two important expectations: what the student expects of me,...

...test while reinforcing the idea that failure is okay and is a necessary piece to success. Additionally, I have been playing guitar for around 12 years and can offer lessons in electric or acoustic. Most of my friends describe me as goofy and loving, caring deeply for the people I impact. However, I am also...

...elementary schools with K-5 reading and writing. I loved doing that and feel very competent to tutor in those areas. Right now, I tutor 6 nights a week. I believe in being kind but firm with students and getting to know them as people besides just as those I tutor. I am a retired teacher...

...graduating in 2011, I've written and edited everything from blogs and bylines to books and user guides. My love of words has been with me since I was in elementary school, and I think it's so important for students to not only read and write well but to ENJOY reading and writing, too. Words are...

...my entire childhood yet still went on to earn a PhD in history from the University of Notre Dame, I have a strong commitment to helping every student find the strategies and help that will help them excel. As a mother of four children I have patience and experience with all children.

...tutoring through Wake Forest's volunteer virtual tutoring program, where I tutor mostly middle school-aged students in Math and English. I absolutely love working with students, as it is so rewarding to see students grow and become more confident in their studies. While I tutor both Math and English/Reading/Writing, my favorite subject to tutor is Math....

...any particular student's interests can be incorporated into the practice itself. This helps to lower the affective filter (anxiety particular to second-language acquisition) and encourages more genuine interest in the subject matter, all while facilitating their education. Study of literature in general allows for deeper thinking, the formation of critical opinions, rather than simply consuming...

...Master's in Public Health at Virginia Commonwealth University. This career path has trained me to integrate math, science and the humanities together to form systems and programs to provide quality of life for all. I additionally have a passion for education, whether in creating educational programs or tutoring. My favorite subjects to tutor are math...