Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Washington DC

I have a B.S. in Mathematics from East Tennessee State University and an M.S. in Mathematics Education from Radford University. I have been a high school mathematics teacher for 9 years working to help every student reach their full mathematical potential. I have taught several secondary math subjects including Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, IB Mathematics, Computer Science (Java Programming) and AP Calculus.

...SOL. I've also had the opportunity to be a 7th grade General Science Teacher. I do have a provisional Biology Teaching license. I enjoy seeing students going from nervous about a subject to feeling confident, or from not liking a subject to loving it. I love seeing how students progress and meeting their own goals when they didn't believe in themselves. My teaching philosophy is empowering students and promote positive attitudes. From my own experience,...

A teacher should be a learner. He or she should be learner of himself, his students, of knowledge, and of life as a whole. When he has achieved this; it is then that he can become an excellent teacher to his students.

...History, and English, as well as 4th, 5th, & 6th reading and writing. Math is my passion, though. I know, however, that math is not always a favorite of others. I'm good at making math understandable, in breaking it down to a simple form so that it's easier to comprehend. But teaching isn't about just teaching a subject. It's about connecting, about relating to the individual. So I strive to connect with my students on...

...instruct in all academic subjects, vocational and life skills, and personal development. I don't have a particular favorite subject to teach. My joy comes from watching someone grasp a new skill or concept that they did not have, or think they have. I believe we all can learn something new everyday. Regardless of your age or what you know, learning is a continous process. Outside of my love of teaching, I enjoy reading, puzzles, karate,...

I am a rising second-year student at the American University Washington College of Law and am currently concentrating on intellectual property law. Originally from California, I grew up speaking a mixture of Chinese and Vietnamese at home while learning English and Spanish in school. While I love learning new languages and about new cultures, I most enjoyed writing and reading in school. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, creating short films, and browsing independent...

I've wanted to be a teacher since I was in elementary school, and I'm delighted to be presented with this opportunity to reach out and help students, or anyone really, become the best people they can be! I'm currently an International Business student at Howard University in DC, and being here has really opened my mind both culturally and intellectually. ... To understand how students think to best adapt to their needs.

...School District of Philadelphia. I love finding that "just right" question that helps me understand what a child needs so that I can better support them reach their next lightbulb moment. My breadth of experience in the early years makes me an excellent candidate for preparing children for Kindergarten, as well as expanding literacy and math skills. I believe in reaching children where they are and supporting their learning styles, to help them on their...

...12 years of experience with the SAT, ACT, and ISEE/SSAT, and about 4 years of experience teaching GRE and GMAT. As far as hobbies go, I enjoy reading science fiction, classic literature, and comic books. Rock-climbing is a big thing for me, as is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I'm also into dancing, including salsa, bachata, zouk, swing, and Argentine tango. Also I love science! I study it every day to make sure I'm on top of the...

...degree in Documentary Film from George Washington University. I have worked as a writer and journalist for the past five years, and my expertise lies in helping students better their vocabulary, reading comprehension, and essay writing skills. My teaching style is to work together with the student to help them arrive at the correct answer on their own, which I find leads students to be far more likely to remember how to do the problem...

...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 sit on the other side of the...

...tutor and I love to keep up my self learning in advanced concepts. While taking economics courses I started tutoring by helping struggling students through classes we had together, and by word of mouth ended up tutoring a number of students in the economics department. I am passionate about learning and took as many courses as possible in college including courses in chemistry, physics, biology and opera performance. I am also passionate about teaching. I...

...and expertise in one area or another. Sometimes, learning something new can be challenging. Regardless of age, experience or level of education, it's sometimes useful to watch, listen, and gain exposure of new material from an objective, experienced individual. I enjoy helping others. I'm an experienced professional educator, writer, communicator, and local realtor. I look forward to putting my skills to work for those who have the need and/or desire to learn.

...and communications. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for standardized tests, we always seem to have the most fun prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams, as well as the science section of the ACT. 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 appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time,...

I have a great deal of experience working with children and adults of all ages. My general focus is in essay writing, grammar, punctuation and editing. My experience extents in editorial writing at a business journal, and I mastered a degree in Journalism/Writing. While substituting, I learned I have an immense joy in educating where I specialize in. I also teach SAT and ACT test prep.I am currently pursuing a teaching certificate. I have been...

I am a junior at the University of Michigan enrolled in the Honors Program for the College of the Literature, Science, and the Arts. I have maintained a 4.0 GPA and have over 6 years of tutoring experience. I have tutored subjects ranging from math to French to test prep. I am passionate about helping your student achieve their highest potential!

My goal in life is to help those successfully accomplish their goal. I love teaching and rejoice in seeing my students reach their short term as well as long term goal. I go beyond the call of duty because I believe in their achievement.

...individuals of all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, skill levels, and even students with learning disabilities. Experiencing such a diverse student population has resulted in a straight forward, versatile, flexible, and accommodating teaching style I employ. The core fundamentals of my teaching style are centered on simplicity/manageability, understanding the topic's significance, and instilling confidence. Through using this method, I have successfully taught students in numerous academic disciplines including Reading Comprehension and Writing, ESL, History, Geography, Geology, Philosophy,...

...prep. Math hasn't always come easy to me, and this past year at Virginia Tech showed me that in order to succeed at a college level, a firm grasp of concepts is needed and only gained through practice. My tutoring philosophy stems from my own studying strategies; it is important to use every available resource and practice as much as possible. Getting stuck on a problem is inevitable, especially while we are first coming to...

I'm a recent graduate of George Washington University, where I majored in Economics and minored in Statistics. Since graduating, I've worked as an analyst in the housing finance field. I'm passionate about teaching economics and statistics to students in an intuitive, understandable way that helps them not only understand the material for class, but be able to apply the material to the world around them. Outside of economics and statistics, I can also tutor for...