Award-Winning Tutors from Howard University

Hello, my name is Destiny and I graduated from Howard University. I majored in Psychology with a minor in Biology and Administration of Justice. One of the most important lessons I've learned from school is the value of asking for help. This can be the difference between simply memorizing some facts and truly understanding the material given to you. In many cases, learning in a traditional school setting is not effective and students should feel free to reach out for extra guidance. I strive to be that source of guidance for all students who need it. I believe that everyone learns in their own way and that the key to helping someone else lies in finding their unique style of learning. I take great pleasure in finding those styles and using them to enrich students minds. My main areas of expertise are Psychology and English. Ive been reading at a college level since middle school and scored 5s on both AP English tests. I also scored a 5 on the AP Psychology exam in addition to receiving As in all my psychology classes. I have extensive experience with essay writing, essay editing, and researching. Other subjects I can assist with include Algebra I and II, Geometry, and SAT/ACT prep. Outside of class, I like to stay busy with school activities and hobbies. I spend most of my time playing the trumpet in my schools marching band or studying. But when I have free time, I typically catch up with my shows or read.

I plan to be a great leader by gaining a well-rounded education, so I have the knowledge necessary for effective leadership in the field that I want to enter- medicine. Additionally, I'll seek mentorship from those who've been where I am, because a great leader always makes room to receive wisdom from others. The first step to being intelligent is humbling myself before any opportunity to learn something new, and being able to admit, as well as understand, that there is more I don't know than I can even comprehend. Regular self-assessment is essential; it gives me room to grow into an exceptional role model.

I am passionate about contributing to student success and empowerment. I believe in adapting to each student's learning style and finding out what works best. With experience using Adobe Illustrator, I'm excited to help students discover the possibilities of the software and lead them to creating their own designs.

Former Algebra, Geometry and their respective honors courses teacher that loves to make math easy and fun for all! I've been named "Best Math Teacher" by former students and help you no matter your learning style :)

I have over 25 years of experience in education. I graduated from Howard University with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology, before getting my teachers certification. I received my Masters of Education in School Leadership from Cambridge College and a Masters of Education in School Counseling from the University of West Alabama. I have worked in elementary, middle and high school as a teacher and school counselor. As an elementary school teacher, I specialized in the teaching of reading and language arts. My love and excitement for reading followed me into the classroom which allowed me to have great success with struggling readers. As a school counselor, I used bibliotherapy to help students see themselves in characters and learn strategies to overcome various obstacles. When I ran out of books with the topics needed, I wrote my own coping skills book for kids. I help students identifying their learning styles, study skills, and much more while understanding and addressing underlying social and emotional barriers to success.

As an individual, I am passionate about assisting students in being their best selves in different avenues of life, especially academics. Seeing young people become confident in a subject that they previously had difficulty in is inspiring and motivates me to help children master academics. I graduated from Howard University with a Bachelor's in Psychology. I am currently working on a Master's at Montclair State University in a Counseling program with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health. I tutor elementary school and middle school level mathematics and ELA. My favorite subject to tutor is Math because the rules are easy to explain and breakdown. My teaching philosophy is to ensure that the student would be able to complete the assignment by themselves. Personally, I enjoy reading, drawing, and painting as hobbies.

I am a Math Teacher at a High School. I have taught 4th, 6th, 7th, 8th and High School Math. I have a Master's in Development Economics so I can teach Economics too. My goal is to uplift my students and get them to the next level in math and life.

As a passionate educator with a Master's in Business Administration from Wake Forest University, I am dedicated to transforming complex financial concepts into accessible knowledge for my students. With experience in tutoring subjects such as Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and CPA preparation, I believe that each student has a unique learning style that deserves a customized approach. My goal is to create a supportive learning environment that encourages students to set achievable goals and realize their potential. By employing practical, common-sense teaching methods, I strive to inspire confidence and enthusiasm in my students, turning challenges into opportunities for growth.

I have over 20 years teaching and tutoring online in both one-on-one and in collaborative environments. I have worked as a high school teacher, tutor, instructor, academic adviser, coach, mentor, and professor where I taught stacked classes or a combined group of students in an online environment. My philosophy is that learning is fun, and I enjoy interacting and providing instruction to students. I enjoy teaching the necessary material, but more importantly, I enjoy teaching students how to have fun learning. As an Associate Professor, the one thing I like to stress is how to strive for continuous improvement. I want each student to value their educational pursuits by focusing their time and energy in the right place to be successful in their future endeavors.

I am a New York State Certified Teacher in grades 1-6. I received my M. Ed from Mercy College. I have been teaching for the past 10 years and I have taught grades 4-6, and 8th grade. I spent 7 years alone in 5th grade where I developed my own curriculum on fractions. There are 4 presentations on fractions each covering all 4 operations. Each day's lesson is embedded with videos of me giving a tutorial on how to solve the specific type of problem we are addressing.A school is a place that should be fun and engaging for all parties involved. I create content so the classroom structure is more student-centered and use apps to engage scholars. No subject should be stressful especially for a 10-year-old.My undergrad degree is in Theatre Arts: Acting from Howard University and I spend my free time writing and shooting movies.

I love learning which explains my passion for teaching. In high school, I decided that I would become a teacher. I am excited about learning new subjects and attaining new knowledge that I can use for life. As a teacher I can flip my excitement for learning into daily teaching practices. This keeps all my learning environments engaging and filled with edu-fun (educational fun).Now I have ten plus years of teaching experience. I have taught on the elementary, middle school, high school, and in special education classrooms. My favorite grades to teach are the first and second grades. I also really like teaching third and tenth graders.

I am an experienced and dedicated educator with over 29 years in education, including 16 years teaching middle school English Language Arts. I hold a Bachelor's degree in English with a minor in Secondary Education and a Master's degree in Educational Psychology. My career has been rooted in helping students build confidence, strengthen their skills, and discover their own potential as learners.

I have been serving with a Before & Aftercare enrichment program, AlphaBEST, here in Montgomery County as a Site Director for almost 7 years. As part of supporting those students with that program, I help them out with Homework Help Time with understanding what they are working on with the homework worksheet packets from their school homerooms for the week and make sure that those things make sense to them and feel comfortable and less scary than they might have before. I also help them learn new things in 5 different kinds of activities about Art (ex. learning about different artists all over the world & how they made some of their most famous artwork), World Languages & Cultures (ex. learning how to sign in ASL or about different kinds of Chinese foods with Mandarin vocabulary words), STEAM (ex. how to make their own stop-motion animation movies), Fitness (ex. working on better aim with soccer goal shots), & Makers (ex. engineering a special invention to survive on a deserted island with a packet of materials), & Social-emotional learning (ex. how to handle your "big thoughts & big feelings" in healthy, safe ways with each other). Before that, I finished stints serving with the Peace Corps in Eastern Europe & low-income immigrant & resettled refugee children & families with AmeriCorps in DC from 2003-2006. I then finished my Master degree in Social Work with a concentration in working with Displaced Populations in 2008 and worked with youth in DC's child welfare system and completed additional play & art therapy training for 5 years before coming to work with AlphaBEST. My favorite part about working with students is getting to build safe spaces for youth where everyone is included and accepted for who they are for all they are and (like "Lilo & Stitch") where no one gets left-out or left behind. I also love watching that moment on students' faces when the challenging, hard parts with learning new things starts to click for them and they start to feel more confident that they can figure those thing out now, too.

I'm passionate about building confidence and strength through education. I have been tutoring for 2 years now and absolutely love seeing kids find confidence in subjects they once struggled with!

Miss Allison is a passionate Brooklyn native with a Bachelor's degree in Child Development from Howard University and a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Alfred University. She specializes in helping students strengthen their academic skills through a social-emotional lens, supporting learners not only with what they know, but how they feel, focus, and show up as their best selves. With experience ranging from individualized tutoring to community-based programs, Miss Allison founded a unique tutoring initiative that integrates emotional regulation, confidence-building, and executive functioning skills directly into academic learning. Her work is grounded in the belief that students thrive when they feel seen, supported, and empowered. Prior to launching her program, Miss. Allison contributed to the O.B.A.M.A. initiative, providing academic assistance to families temporarily housed throughout Brooklyn. This experience deepened her commitment to equitable education and her passion for uplifting students in urban communities. For Fun: Outside of tutoring, Miss Allison enjoys spending time in nature, exploring new podcasts, and finding creative ways to make learning engaging and enjoyable for her students.

Hi! I'm a middle school math teacher and STEM tutor who makes learning supportive, engaging, and confidence-building. I teach 7th grade math in Washington, D.C. and tutor 6-12 math, science, Biology, Chemistry, and ACT prep. I specialize in breaking down tough concepts, supporting diverse learning styles, and helping students build strong study skills, organization, and confidence while making learning feel less stressful and more fun!

I am an Experienced Medical Laboratory Director, Healthcare Administrator and Science Instructor with a 26 year demonstrated history of working in the hospital, health care and education industries. Skilled in Surgical Technology, Inspection & Accreditation, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Pharmaceuticals, Data Science, Curriculum Development, Hiring and Supervision, Budgeting and Finance. Strong research professional with a Master's degree focused in Educational Leadership and Administration, National University. Certified industry professional in the area of Health Science and Medical Technology including, pharmacology, blood banking, genetic engineering, sports medicine, administrative and clinical medical assisting, billing and coding, and medical imaging.

I am third-year MD-PhD student at the University of Pittsburgh. I attained my Bachelors of Science from Howard University in Biology and Psych and Chem double minor. I have experience in tutoring both classmates and students with difficult topics both with Varsity Tutors and elsewhere. My areas of expertise include biology and anatomy and physiology up to the collegiate level. I also have extensive background tutoring elementary, middle, and high school math. I prioritize an approach that involves patience, strong foundation building and tackling difficult concepts from multiple angles. I also offer tutoring services for Step 1, having passed my first board exam. As a side note, I do have a certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid that included training on how to deal with related issues that may arise.

In my first year at Howard University, I found that my inclination towards the social sciences not entirely fulfilled. Although I am a proponent for the social sciences, it was important that I compliment this understanding with a major in the humanities. I decided to double major in Philosophy and Political Science, giving myself the breadth required to formally contemplate life and society. I needed philosophy to attain a grasp of personhood. This would allow me to reflect more deeply on the individual within structures that serve to hinder or enhance their life experience. In classes, I found myself pulling philosophical concepts and using them to analyze working political ideologies' efficacy in society.My studies alone have not made me the person I am. I am a social activist and created a nonprofit organization for a student-student mentoring program, the Urban Youth Alliance. As a leader of two programs pertaining to social justice (also being an Editor-in-Chief of on online magazine Watch that Negro), I have furthered my academic pursuits with hands-on experience. As director of UYA, a college coaching nonprofit organization for public high school students of color, I honed my skills as an administrator. I have proven successful in the design and implementation of many programs and similar to the goals held by Varsity Tutors and I understand the importance of mentorship within academic work.As a mentor and tutor, I want to emphasize my desire to coordinate my research with my creative writing. Like a thought experiment, prose can shed light on the realities of my suppositions. Not unlike how my favorite authors James Baldwin, Haruki Murakami explore the nuances of human life within their literature, I want to write novels that lend themselves to dialectical argumentation and answer profound questions through the narratives of characters that only exist on paper. In this way, I will support my research with prose to reach the broader population. I intend to become a professor who instructs their students to creatively engage with their passions. To begin this process, I will pursue a doctorate in philosophy immediately after attaining this scholarship.I am most interested in political theory and philosophy of the mind for the discovery of a quality life in the pursuit of happiness. I have been separating this interest into distinct parts to answer this question: how should society value happiness despite the diversity of identity and conflicting interests? Influenced by the Rawlsian theory of justice, I wrote a short story paralleling justice with happiness. The story examines a dystopian society that prioritizes the population's happiness over all other virtues. In this society, the government extends its powers to ensure happiness. It is the extreme conclusion to the extent of how political bodies can function as insurance of citizens' happiness. The protagonist and all other minors are raised separately from society and upon entering adulthood at eighteen years old are administered a psychological examination to determine their "happiness potential." If the results are unsatisfactory, they are prescribed mandatory pharmaceuticals to keep them content, an unideal end, but one that captures the extreme hypothesis.My most recent independent research is an evaluation of the necessary conditions for happiness, which I determine is forgetting one's emotional past, using an emotional state theory of happiness. The differing views of theories of happiness in the field today are external versus internal, gratification versus a psychological state. Although my current research seemingly focuses on only the psychological by using the emotional state theory, an individualistic theory, I recognize how outside experiences affect the emotional state. This creates a compound theory that acknowledges intersectional experiences.Still, the interaction between identity and happiness is ostensibly a psychological topic. Furthermore, sociological and psychological research has proven that people in society who suffer from multiple intersections of oppression are most likely to suffer from depression and other mental illnesses. My research becomes philosophical when I theorize a definition of happiness suitable to this reality and research to what extent societies can prioritize happiness knowing that one person's happiness can cause unhappiness for another. People have conflicting interests and with limited resources, it seems impossible to satisfy everyone. When transgender people are able to use whatever restroom with which they identify, to some extent their oppression is lessened, giving them a degree of contentment. Simultaneously, some devout Christian groups are staunchly against trans-rights and will be unsatisfied if this occurs. In a case like this, whose happiness is more important? Real world answers are necessary if we are to live in a content society. It is obvious that the world is obsessed with how to be happy. A plethora of self-help books discuss just this, but they rarely tackle how intersectional experiences affect psychological happiness. If real-world happiness is possible for all people within a given society, I will find how.

I graduated from Howard University and the University of Great Falls, Montana. I served as a Youth supervisor at my local church for 18 years and have always enjoyed teaching and mentoring young people. I strongly believe in equipping young people with a solid educational foundation. My subjects include Math, Science, and English. It excites my soul when a student confidently and successfully progresses in any area of education.

I have a graduate degree and a lot of experience in Chemistry. In addition, I have minored in Physics during my undergraduate studies. I have taught undergraduate Chemistry classes for 5 years. I enjoy helping students learn chemistry and Physics. I teach the concept of Science (Chemistry, Physics)and make students practice problems for new ideas and skills. Finally, I teach students the application of the ideas of Science to the real world.

My name is Abigail, and I am a Physician Assistant student at pursuing my Master's degree. I have a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science from the University of Maryland, College Park. Throughout my academic and clinical training, I have developed a strong passion for education and mentorship, particularly in helping students build confidence and achieve their academic goals. I have experience teaching and mentoring students of various ages, teaching mathematics (Algebra, Calculus), English writing, and clinical sciences. I enjoy breaking down complex concepts into clear, understandable lessons and tailoring my teaching approach to each student's individual learning style. As a tutor, I strive to create a supportive, encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and challenging themselves.

I graduated from Howard University with a Bachelor's in Chemistry. Two years after that I moved to Indiana to pursue a combined degree: Master's in Biomedical Science as well as an Osteopathic Medical degree at Marian University. I am currently in medical school because it has always been my dream to become a physician who would bring hope and healing to my community. In addition to that, I have always had the passion for teaching and mentoring people. I discovered my gift of teaching in high school through the feedback of my peers after I would explain hard concepts in simple ways. The more I taught people, the better I got at explaining difficult concepts in easily digestible ways. By the time I got to college, the department of Chemistry selected me to become a department tutor in Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry. In the future, I see myself giving back to the education sector by teaching medical students when I become a physician.In my free time, I love hanging out with my friends and family, I love to watch movies and I love traveling.

I love to teach because I love to learn. I help my students learn how to learn. Critical thinking is critical for passing certification and other standardized tests. Knowing what to do when you aren't sure of the answer is key.I passed the NC Real Estate exam on the first try.

I began my career in education as a tutor. As a college student at Howard, I woke up early on Saturdays to work with my small group in math. While I can't say that I loved waking up early, I loved working with my kids! After that I was hooked. Helping students feel brilliant was something I had to do every day!So, after I graduated from Howard University with a Bachelors in Business Administration, I received my Masters from Georgia State University in Early Childhood Education. I taught 5th grade math, science and writing. I then transitioned into working with struggling students in small group and coaching teachers. I love giving my teachers strategies to help students feel smart.While coaching teachers is my role, I never stopped tutoring because there's nothing like hearing my kids shout "Ohhhhh!" after doing math they never thought they could handle. I think most kids struggle in math because they think they can't memorize all the steps. I work hard to help students find strategies that make sense to them. When my students see that there are so many ways to get to the answer, they become mathematicians.When I'm not teaching, I am building towers or playing train sets with my toddler! We have a blast. I love singing. I prefer to be curled up with a good book over shopping. I enjoy dinner with friends or my husband. Game nights are my favorite. When the weather warms up, my favorite place to be is the beach or the pool. Love being in the water!I'm looking forward to working with you. Can't wait to help you see how smart you truly are!

I am a proud graduate of Howard University where I received my degree in Business Management. I've worked with children for ten years as a dance teacher, daycare manager, and private tutor specializing in online learning support during COVID. I am most passionate about Math at the elementary level. I believe that building a foundation where students love to learn, no matter the subject, fosters independence, confidence, and a skillset that will serve them in conquering more advanced subject matter. In my free time, I love dancing, reading, pilates, and going to live concerts/theater performances.

Paige Preston is a dedicated tutor with over five years of experience supporting students across grade levels in English writing, research, business, and academic development. She earned her Associate's degree while still in high school and received 5s on her AP English and AP Seminar/Research exams, demonstrating exceptional academic achievement. Paige specializes in essay writing, research methodology, argument development, and critical thinking. Her background in AP Seminar and AP Research allows her to help students master advanced analytical and presentation skills. In addition to English and research, Paige has strong expertise in business and entrepreneurship education. A former DECA competitor and leader, she now studies Finance with a minor in Education, blending business knowledge with effective teaching strategies. Passionate about education, Paige is committed to helping students build confidence, master content, and achieve academic excellence.

Hey, I'm Regi. I graduated from Howard University with a Bachelor's in Mathematics and I've taught 10th and 11th grade Geometry and Algebra 2 for 3 years. I really value 1 on 1 instruction, I'm very patient and I'm willing to break down processes as many times as you need.

I have been a tutor for the past six years and have tutored students from kindergarten to college. I specialize in science and math but am very good at English composition and writing. Each student learns and understands differently, so I prioritize teaching in a way that suits them. That philosophy can apply to their learning style but also their lifestyle. I've found that this comprehensive approach helps students feel less intimidated and allows them to build confidence as they tackle challenging material. The process of breaking down complex concepts, improving students' performance, and self-assurance is why I love tutoring.

I have tutored K-12 students since 2006. I love to empower students and help them with their academic challenges. I have had the privilege of tutoring students in Chicago, Washington DC, Newark, NJ and Baton Rouge. As a former History, Algebra 1 and Physics teacher for secondary students, I have been able to implement my strategies and tips from the classroom into my tutoring style.

I am a graduate of Howard University and of the University of Michigan Law School. In addition to my law degree, I have received undergraduate degrees in English and Philosophy. I have also done graduate work in philosophy at Temple University. I have worked several years as a professional journalist. My work has been published in many newspapers and magazines including USA Today, the Nashville Tennessean, the Baltimore Sun, the Asbury Park Press, the Michigan Daily, the Army Times, and the Honolulu Advertiser. I have won several awards from state and national press associations for my work. I am also an adjunct legal studies professor in the Roher College of Business at Rowan University. Since 2003, I have tutored students preparting to take the SAT, GRE, and LSAT. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English and Social Studies. For both subjects, my tutoring style is focused on ascertaining and addressing the student's specific needs, but tends to focus on improving student's ability to read texts actively and for understanding, teaching students to take and rewrite class notes, and learning to write effective essays. I have many hobbies and interests. I am a huge sports fan. I follow the Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia 76ers, and the Michigan Wolverines. I am an avid reader of literature and history. I enjoy writing, cooking, biking and golfing. I love to travel. Most recently, I have traveled to Ethiopia, South Africa, and Switzerland. I plan to visit China this summer.

I've been an educator for over ten years and have worked in both public and non profit institutions. My experience is with students in math, social students, writing, reading, and literature of all ages from Pre-K through high school. As a traveler, teacher, and trail blazer, I work to build my students' confidence through practice and encouragement. I am excited to work with your student and help you reach your academic goals.For the last 4 years, I have been working as a teaching assistant during the school year for the Dept. of Education. As part of this role, I've supported students from all backgrounds and skill levels including high achievers, students with ADHD, students on the spectrum, and vocational students.

I originally hail from Chicago, IL, but I am currently a MD Candidate at the Medical College of Wisconsin. My previous academic achievements include a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Howard University followed by a Master of Science degree in Medical Physiology from Case Western Reserve University.Throughout my undergraduate and postgraduate career, I set aside time to teach as well as tutor basic biology, ecology, chemistry, math, reading and writing to students ranging from kindergarteners to high schoolers.As a tutor, I make sure my sessions are something the student will look forward to by trying to relate to each individual student on a personal level to ensure they feel comfortable asking questions if and when they may not understand a concept. I know how one can feel discouraged from their studies, but with the right preparation, study tools, and tutor, it can be enjoyable.Any concept I teach, I make sure to relate them to real life scenarios in a way that the student could understand and appreciate because learning and studying resonate well with any student when relatable in a familiar fashion.A typical introductory session with a student includes learning what type of learner the student is and their current methods for studying. I like to see what works for the student and what doesn't and how I can help improve those areas. My goal, as a tutor, is to encourage and equip students with the necessary tools to be successful so that one day they can pay it forward.Outside of work and studies, I like to dance, hang out with friends, surf pinterest and do DIY projects.I look forward to working with you!

I am a dedicated physics tutor with a strong foundation in classical mechanics, electromagnetism, and atmospheric science, committed to helping students build both confidence and deep conceptual understanding. My approach emphasizes breaking down complex problems into manageable steps, connecting mathematical methods to physical intuition, and adapting explanations to each student's learning style. With experience teaching physics at the university level and guiding students through computational and data-driven applications, I strive to make challenging material accessible, relevant, and engaging. Whether preparing for exams or strengthening core skills, I focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities that extend beyond the classroom.

I am a current Physician Assistant student at Howard University with a strong passion for education and mentorship. Throughout my academic journey, I have developed the ability to break down complex concepts into clear, understandable lessons tailored to each student's learning style. My background in the health sciences has strengthened my skills in critical thinking, communication, organization, and problem-solving. As someone who learned English as a second language after immigrating to the United States, I understand that every student learns differently and may face unique academic challenges. This experience has made me a patient, encouraging, and adaptable educator who values building confidence alongside academic success. I enjoy helping students achieve their goals, whether that means mastering difficult coursework, improving study habits, preparing for exams, or gaining confidence in their abilities. My goal as a tutor is to create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, developing independent learning skills, and reaching their full potential.

This tutor earned three degrees over the course of her career-- first she earned a BS degree in secondary English education from East Carolina University, with which she taught high school English for two years before returning to graduate school at her alma mater, ECU, where she then earned a Master's degree in technical and professional communication (English department), with which she contracted in industry with the IRS, HUD, and then ATF while earning her Ph.D. in African American literature, which was earned on full scholarship at Howard University. After teaching 16 years in the university setting, this tutor married and had two daughters and then joined them in the public school system, teaching at her older daughter's high school where her daughter graduated in 2022. This tutor is currently teaching in an alternative school setting, helping students who have fallen behind in academics, teaching in an accelerated academic program. This tutor tutors in reading, writing, grammar, and style. This tutor has always loved English and earned three degrees in English due to her love for reading and writing poetry, with which she published an award-winning collection based on the topic of her dissertation, William E. B. Du Bois, entitled: BROAD SYMPATHIES IN A NARROW WORLD: THE LEGACY OF W. E. B. DU BOIS. Concerning her teaching philosophy and tutoring style, her method of teaching is constructivist, which follows in the path of Dewey, Piaget, Vigotsky, and others. She avoids some kind of knowledge "out there" independent of the learner, especially in reference to poetry. She believes that the value in education is learning to think for oneself, to think critically. She avoids an authoritarian approach to teaching and seeks reflective activity, as Dewey terms it. She endeavors to be progressive and uses poetry in her classes to engage students to think about the process of composing, for the language of poetry is highly structured and condensed, and reading it effectively trains students to reflect analytically as well as critically. Outside of academia, she enjoys long walks for exercise with sprints of running when her body cooperates. She would like to return to her love for bicycling and swimming. Most of all, she loves teaching and seeing the light bulbs turn on when students finally understand complicated concepts. She currently takes classes at the local university to strengthen her teaching skills, as required by the state of Alabama and the Alabama reading initiative. She always endeavors to be the best teacher that she can be, for teaching is what she feels called to do.

I would have to say that all of my education since grade school has focused on math and science. I went to Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions in Houston, Texas. It was there that I really found my niche in both science and math, where AP Physics and AP Calculus were my favorites. I later went to Howard University, in Washington D.C., where I majored in Biology, but I later discovered that I didn't quite satiate my curiosity for science. After college, I went to school part-time, at the University of Houston. While there, I completed several classes, such as Biochemistry I, Biochemistry II, Endocrinology and Human Physiology.Soon after, I was presented with the opportunity to teach at a local charter school, here in Houston. I first taught Chemistry, as a 10th grade long-term substitute and was later asked to stay to teach 9th grade Algebra. While teaching, I focused on the various learning styles of my students and played upon that constantly. While teaching, I set a new goal to continue to teach until I retire.Recently, I received a Masters of Arts in Biotechnology from Columbia University in the City of New York. While there, I continued to fulfill my love for the sciences and took several more science classes, such as Developmental Biology, Neurobiology II, and Molecular Pharmacology. After completing my last semester, at Columbia, I found that I have taken nearly thirty science classes at both the undergraduate and graduate level. I will now use all this information to teach as an adjunct faculty, in the Biology department, at a local community college. In the Spring 2013, I will teach Anatomy & Physiology I and Nutrition.Now, while tutoring, I simply wish to translate my love for both science and math to my students.

Teaching is absolutely inspiring. Nothing beats the "ah ha" moment a student gets when he or she realizes that they can achieve what they deemed "impossible." People are capable of much more than they think, and, often, it just takes a little encouragement for people to reach new potentials. I want my students to make connections and discover how much fun learning can be.As a tutor I strive to engage, challenge, and inspire growth in my students.

I have been a teacher of physical therapists and other students for 30 years. I am invigorated by working with students from a diversity of backgrounds and enjoy sharing the learning journey. I appreciate every student that I've interacted with.

I am a highly experienced tutor with 11 years tutoring/teaching experience. I am currently a Chemistry Instructor at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS). My interest in teaching dates to my undergraduate years at Howard University when I would often tutor my classmates and lowerclassmen and would get comments like, "I wish you were the professor of this class." It gives me great joy to see students' eyes light up after understanding a concept I taught. Indeed, teaching is not just something I love, it is my hobby.My tutoring experience includes tutoring math and science to elementary, middle and high school students, and tutoring/teaching General and Organic Chemistry to college students. In addition to my current instructor position at UCCS, I have also served as Chemistry teaching assistant at Morgan State University and Adjunct Professor of Chemistry at two community colleges (Howard and Anne Arundel) in the state of Maryland. Many of the students I have taught have become very successful. Some have also obtained graduates degrees. Throughout my tutoring/teaching experience, I have received many excellent evaluations from students, parents of the students and my teaching colleagues.I am a 32-yr old passionate tutor who has worked with diverse populations of students and understands the importance of cultural competence in tutoring. I also demonstrate a high level of commitment and passion to my duties as a tutor.Please feel free to reach out to me about your tutoring needs and I will gladly respond as quickly as possible.