Award-Winning AP Calculus BC Tutors serving Richmond, VA

Don has all the usual academic degrees (BA, BS, MS, PhD). He currently specializes in tutoring differential and integral calculus, multivariable and vector calculus, differential equations and dynamical systems, as well as linear and matrix algebra. He also has lots of experience tutoring students in both high school and college-level algebra, precalculus, and trigonometry courses.

...pursuing a BS in Mathematics at Christopher Newport University. As a student myself, I understand the struggle of learning difficult concepts. It is because of great teachers and tutors that I have found a passion for mathematics. I don't expect others to have the same experience I have had, but it is my goal as a tutor is to best help others achieve their academic goals. Apart from tutoring, I enjoy playing tennis for the...

...graduated from college, I worked for several months as an attendant at a psychiatric ward at a research hospital. While I was considering the idea of returning to college to earn a degree in psychology, I learned that I could earn extra income by substitute teaching during my days off from the ward. I found that I enjoyed teaching so much, I began cutting back my hours at the hospital in order to pick up...

...as online notes, videos, or creative analogies to help explain any topic. It is imperative to understand the different learning methods and teach the student in their optimal style. I have had numerous tutoring experiences throughout my life. My biggest experience has been being an older sister. Throughout our lives, one of my priorities is to make sure that she has all the resources that she needs. I’ve gone through her classes before, so I’ve...

...learning in general, and I want to pass on what I've learned to help others. I've had years of tutoring experience, including 2 years at a local math tutoring company called Mathnasium, online programs like AcePrep, and nonprofits like SPEAKRVA. I specialize in teaching math, which is also my favorite subject as I love finding problems and knowing that there is a right answer that I can reach. My teaching philosophy is a guidance approach,...

...my acumen to a variety of ages and needs. I recently taught middle-school students in public speaking and current events seminars during the school year and algebra and pre-algebra during the summer, and I currently am an adjunct professor of philosophy and an online course facilitator at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College. In my free time, I enjoy reading, particularly history or science books; following various sports, especially college basketball; and playing computer games and...

...learning journeys, helping them overcome challenges, and witnessing their growth and success. Each student's unique perspective and curiosity inspire me, and I am committed to supporting their academic and personal development. I have experience teaching in classroom settings, where I designed and implemented lesson plans, facilitated discussions, and created a positive learning environment. Engaging with a diverse group of students taught me to adapt my teaching strategies to meet various needs. Also, I have provided...

...work hard to ensure that my students understand the basic concepts of the material as well as real world examples where this math would be valuable. I work to ensure that they have the best techniques and practical skills to perform well on tests and to be able to do the homework on their own after our sessions are over. I take pride in the accomplishments and skills my students gain through our tutoring sessions.

...way of viewing the problems. Sometimes, the student needs help breaking down and organizing the problem. Other students need help visualizing the problem and understanding exactly what it is the problem is asking. This is accompanied with many graphs and charts. As a junior at Virginia Commonwealth University studying Applied Mathematics, I am often asked by friends to help them with their math homework. I have spent countless hours teaching calculus to engineering, computer science,...

...too high a level because they already understood them well. This can lead students to think they are not talented at a subject when in reality they just need more in-depth explanations. I believe that, given this support, all students can succeed, even in subjects that they may initially struggle in. In my classes, I would naturally explain practice questions to my peers because I learned by teaching. One of my professors noticed this and...

...Illinois at Urbana Champaign studying Computer Engineering. I love learning and teaching math, science, and programming. I have mentored kids ranging from 5-15 and worked as a counselor for a science camp. My favorite subject to tutor would be programming since I have had a lot of experience in the area and it's so amazing to see students with little to no experience code their first projects. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time...

...I have also worked in an after school program with elementary age children, but I have my fondest memories volunteering as a counselor for Camp Kesem. In my own experience, I loved school and now I love teaching even more at all age levels! I especially enjoy the challenge of getting creative to discover what approach and mediums work best for each student. I am available for in person as well as online tutoring.

...have over 16 years of experience in taking tests and progressing through school. Hi, My name is Jordan, I am a University of Richmond graduate with a desire to help you reach the next level in your academic pursuits. I am qualified to teach Spanish, Accounting and Finance as well as a few math classes. I would love to meet you and help you overcome whatever challenges may be preventing you from achieving your true...

...sure you catch up in a subject but that you get ahead. I've tutored many students throughout all grade levels including some of my friends in college and I want you to know that with me, you're academic success is in safe hands. When I am not tutoring I am either playing video games, watching anime or going to the gym. I spend as much time as I can with my friends but it's nice...

...a teaching assistant for a college biology class. I am currently working on my bachelor's degree in biology and plan to obtain a Master's degree in public health. One of my favorite ways to teach is by having an interactive presentation with lots of visual components, where I am able to ask questions while I am presenting. I generally prefer to have an engaging conversation with the student, because it also helps me learn how...

...provide personalized, in-home tutoring. I've also taught virtual courses since the start of COVID-19. I am excited to teach students how to attack difficult problems with math, so that the student can be confident using math techniques on a variety of problems. Generally speaking, students usually find themselves suddenly more able to solve completely new problems after just a few sessions, since they learn approaches more than rote, memorized methods. The moment they realize how...

Hello all, I am a PhD chemical engineering student and I double majored in chemical engineering and chemistry for my undergraduate degrees. I have been a tutor for about three years. I enjoy helping others and teaching. My research is in surface chemistry, protein synthesis and catalysis reactions

...is to build strong relationships with my students while also teaching them the necessary skills to succeed in school, both academically and personally. I have had significant experience (over 3 years) with tutoring various different subjects. I tutor all elementary and middle school subjects as well as a few high school subjects such as Algebra I and Geometry. My teaching style is reflective of the student's most effective learning styles and thus, I am to...

...a math tutor for Mu Alpha Theta, the math honor society. I've tutored everything from math to history, but my favorites are the STEM fields, like algebra, physics, and computer science. My favorite part of tutoring is getting students to that "click" moment where a weird concept suddenly makes sense, and STEM is where it happens the most. To get there, we work through a problem until we figure out a way to solve it...

...to think critically about the world - which begins with solid foundations in math, science, and language. Increasingly, as society continues exponentially towards automation and the global exchange of superfluous information, our roles will shift from simple workers to stewards of this growing library. In order to innovate for the future - to deconstruct arguments, reach rational conclusions and develop new ideas - students today will need the fundamental understanding that the giants before them...