Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Washington DC

...biopsychology, cognition, and neuroscience. Thus, I have plenty of experience in Psychology as well. I quickly realized in high school that psychology was my favorite subject, so I was quick to choose my major when I started college. I could not have made a better choice, and I aspire to spread that enthusiasm for such an interesting subject to my students. Overall, I believe that my extensive experience with both test prep and psychology as...

...my approach to tutoring is to find what strategies work best for the student and work on methods for students to be able to make progress both in and out of tutoring sessions. My favorite part of tutoring is seeing students improve and build confidence in areas they used to be nervous about or dislike. One of the reasons I enjoy tutoring French is that I myself was initially very afraid to learn a foreign...

...connect their real passions to the schoolwork that's troubling them. One student hated writing essays, but loved playing the guitar with his band. I helped him plan an essay about his experiencing performing for a crowd, and he discovered that essay-writing wasn't a punishment--it was another way to express himself. As a freelancer, I've worked as a writer for a test preparation company, giving me a solid background in test-taking strategies for the SAT and...

...other corps members in specific skills while in AmeriCorps, and in my various roles in the games industry I put together and led a variety of training sessions for new hires, as well as provided coaching and mentoring for colleagues. I understand the stress and fear that students can feel going into standardized testing, especially a large exam like the LSAT, and am passionate about helping others feel prepared going into their tests so that...

...on the side, and successfully watched my students development into independent and confident individuals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Science and Math. 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. I believe that education should be a team effort, and want to encourage other...

...documents in other languages. Grammar is one of the easiest ways to break down complex passages in standardized testing, and is an invaluable skill for any profession. The best learning comes from finding your passion and relating that passion to subjects you may not necessarily like at first. I find that students who are interested in the content of material are able to pick up high level skills very quickly, and are motivated to think...

...University of Virginia, where I plan to study Business, and I graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in 2015. I have extensive volunteer tutoring experience, having worked with kindergarten and second grade students as a reading tutor and middle school students as a math tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because of my own life long love of learning, and because I believe that all children are capable of accomplishing amazing...

...have an extensive background in math, science, and writing. As a tutor, I will be able to work with you across a broad range of topics. In terms of hobbies and interests, I enjoy discovering new music and collecting records. In the past, I have even hosted my own radio show. I also enjoy kayaking and playing sports including basketball and tennis. In addition, I enjoy cooking and exploring new cuisines, and I try to...

Hello, I'm a Princeton sophomore planning to major in mathematics. I tutored multiple middle school and high school students when I was in high school, and am hoping to continue tutoring in college. While I primarily in math (ranging from Algebra I to Calculus 3), I also have experience tutoring in other subjects, including the ACT, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Physics. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, and playing basketball.

...the hopes of becoming an Athletic Trainer. I first began tutoring in middle school. I went to local elementary school and taught after school programs in computer science. Since then I have done some tutoring at a local library for students who needed homework help (high school) and have helped teach tennis at an after school program. I know that every student learns differently and I tailor my teaching style to each students needs.

Hi! I'm an incoming second year at UCLA, working on attaining a B.S. in Physiology and a minor in Science Education. I graduated high school with the IB Diploma. I've tutored math and biology pro bono locally in the Northern Virginia area for almost two years, as I love giving back to my community and honing my teaching skills. My style involves focusing on addressing knowledge gaps and trying to teach in engaging ways rather...

...health assessment, and pharmacology. I have made the Dean's List each semester of my current program, and was awarded Student of the Month in recognition of my tutoring achievements. My experiences have led me to work with individuals of truly unique backgrounds, of all ages, and from all walks of life. In each of these experiences I was challenged with being able to creatively help individuals understand and master their goals, whether those goals were...

...degree in Journalism and History, both with the Comprehensive Honors award. During my time at UW, I taught public health and safety to groups of twenty to two hundred students twice a week for three years. I have over 150 hours of teacher training and countless hours in the classroom. Furthermore, I was the editor of our student newspaper, The Daily Cardinal, and have extensive writing-coaching skills in addition to a strong grasp on the...

...other areas of interest. While I am comfortable working with students in a variety of areas, I particularly enjoy tutoring students in organic chemistry. Many students find organic chemistry daunting, but it can really be fun! However, when you are struggling with any subject, success requires hard work and a good attitude (from you) and clear explanations, examples, and practice problems (from me). In addition to tutoring, I enjoy reading, spending time with friends and...

I am a former middle school and high school teacher. I believe all students can succeed if give the right tools and support. I have experience working with students of all age/grade levels on subjects ranging from history, English, writing, math, and test prep. I believe in empowering students with the skills they can apply across their course work. No two students learn exactly the same way and I spend time getting to know personal...

...the classroom. I specialize in STEM subjects, literature and critical reading, and test prep. I earned my BS in Biology at the University of Dallas - a Great Books liberal arts college. I am a strong proponent of interdisciplinary, self-directed learning. In my work as a teacher, I make it a priority to help my students discover a love of learning, the skills to self-assess their needs and strengths, and develop an understanding of their...

Hey there! I'm Tommy, I just graduated from Notre Dame with a degree in computer science. My teaching style is simple and relaxed, putting an emphasis on what students know already and building from there. The biggest teaching mistake I believe exists is starting from a concept that a student doesn't understand and unknowingly confusing them more. My goal is to get students excited about what they're learning and constantly remind them of the "why":...

...distinguished Honor System established at Washington and Lee University, has reinforced the importance of ethics, integrity, and responsibility. My Philosophical studies have also advanced my ability to rationalize complex information and ideas in order to make the necessary calculated and logical decisions. These experiences and attributes will make me an excellent tutor and academic mentor for students. Currently, I mentor high school students in business and entrepreneurship. Mentoring and tutoring students is very fulfilling to...

I am a recent graduate from an international relations masters program. I am especially qualified to teach students in the social sciences. ... My teaching philosophy is to encourage questions and open discussion. I feel that active learning, where students are making the connections themselves is the most beneficial to them. Having a friendly and relaxed space for learning is important to me as well.... Get to know the student. Figure out what they want to...

I have spent a lot of time tutoring people of all ages -- I have worked with preschoolers, kids in elementary school, and adults. I really like to learn and experience as much as I can: I spent a year teaching in Korea and another four months traveling the globe. I hope that my enthusiasm is infectious!