Top Tutors serving Alexandria

Ariel: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...her broad insights into the issues. Quality writing, speaking, and argument can only come with a full understanding of facts and context, and having that will distinguish my students over their peers. Tailoring the material to the student will be an important way for him or her to, not only, understand and retain the information, but also to apply it. There are many educational tools that are either not used in classrooms or are not...
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management

David: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
I am a recent graduate of Brandeis University where I double majored in Neuroscience and Health Policy. I am a veteran of the Montgomery County Public School system. I graduated from the International Baccalaureate Program at Richard Montgomery, and was an AP Scholar with distinction. I love working with people to help promote understanding, especially in the areas of math and science.... Teaching style should strongly depend on the student, else you risk either wasting time...
Education & Certification
Brandeis University - Bachelors, Double Major: Neuroscience and Health Policy

Sarah: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...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 things if they have a committed support system. I tutor reading, writing, math, economics, french and...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Undeclared
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Alex: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...class or in the textbook. I find that this technique works very well with math and physics, where understanding the theory is often the key to being able to see a problem and find the right path to a solution. I also try to apply this method to test preparation, so that students aren't just following a test-taking strategy because they were told to, they are using that strategy because they were encouraged to discover...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Conflict Resolution
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770

Matt: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...over 7 years and have absolutely loved it! It has always been very gratifying for me to help students develop academically and improve their performances on important tests like the LSAT and SAT. I have an excellent academic record and have done very well on standardized tests such as the SAT and the LSAT. I understand the skills and strategies needed to succeed on these tests, and how to present them to students in a...
Education & Certification
William and Mary - Bachelors, Psychology and Philosophy Double Major
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Alexandra: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...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 English language. I am currently employed by an...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, History and Journalism
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 32

Alyssa: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...Humanities and Social Studies/History at the Middle School/Secondary Level. Some of my strengths are getting to know my students, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, and leveraging their interests in order to motivate them and build confidence. I hold very high expectations, but I always take the time to figure out what kinds of strategies and supports students need to be successful. I strongly believe in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they can take...
Education & Certification
Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710

Jeanna: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...Since then, I have tried to encourage other students to strive for academic achievement. I graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I also received my TEFL certificate in 2012. I have taught English in South Korea for two years at an after-school academy. Since then I have also taught debate and juvenile justice civics class to middle school and high school students. I am pleased to make your...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelors, Psychology
LSAT: 163

Andrew: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...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 do this as often as possible.
Education & Certification
Bucknell University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
George Washington University - PHD, Cognitive Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Aleena: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...Neuroscience. I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in Physiology from Case Western Reserve University. I am passionate about learning and I want students to have that same passion so they can reach their true potential and not let academics stand in the way of a bright future. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but my strengths include standardized tests and writing, which can make a huge impact upon a student's educational goals. I...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biopsychology, cognition, and Neuroscience
Case Western Reserve University - Master of Science, Physiology
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 32

Navya: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...a Bachelor's Degree in General Biology at the University of Maryland, College Park. I have past experience working with children at different summer camps. And, in high school, I was part of a club that created tutoring videos specifically tailored to students taking difficult courses at Poolesville High School. I can tutor multiple subjects, including math, biology, and environmental science. But, my favorite subject to tutor is biology, or anything science related. My philosophy, particularly...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 32

Neha: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
I am very passionate about helping students succeed in their educaiton. I believe one-on-one tutoring is the key to ensuring students are taught at their own pace and achieve full understanding of the material. I bring to the table my skills in math, reading, and writing. I am a freshman at Rice University studying philosophy and economics on the pre-law track.
Education & Certification
Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Ben: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...wide range of interests and abilities. I enjoy soccer, basketball, football, tennis, biking, board riding, exploring nature, cooking, eating, dancing, playing music, reading, and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a tutor is to help students discover their individual path...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700
GRE Verbal: 164

Tommy: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...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": how it all matters in the real world.
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science

Madhu: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...intro-level courses. I learned during my time as both a TA and a supplemental instructor in these courses that helping people learn about their potential in a constructive and encouraging environment is something that I really appreciate. As a high school student, I was tutored for almost all four years and I realized the effect that 1-on-1 time has on a student who is either struggling or just needs some focused study time. While this...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Manushi: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...I am minoring in Art History. Throughout college and in high school, I have tutored children within the United States and globally, usually ages elementary school to high school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Spanish, test prep, Writing, and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, International Relations
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Verbal: 760

Meagan: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
Hello! I'm a recent college graduate with a degree in human biology! I'm well-studied in biology and chemistry, having taken graduate courses in undergrad. I also took many classes in literature and English while in school, as it's one of my passions. I have lots of experience mentoring and teaching children ages 5-18, and am so excited to help you learn!
Education & Certification
Catholic University of America - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Verbal: 760

Leah: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...always excelled and enjoyed math, but I know that many students struggle in this area. This is why I like to tutor students in math, to show that it is doable and something they can excel at too! My favorite areas to teach are Arithmetic, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and Calculus, but am happy to teach most math areas. During my time in High School I helped tutor my fellow peers in math; In college I tutored...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 34

Jennifer: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...those goals were earning an A on the next exam, learning enough English to get to the doctor's office, obtaining a black belt, or understanding their disease processes and medications. I have also learned how to identify early on when a teaching strategy is not working, so that we can then find numerous work arounds. I know the feeling of being so overwhelmed that learning suddenly seems impossible. In order to move past that, we...
Education & Certification
Truman State University - Bachelors, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 31

Parisa: Alexandria tutor
Certified Tutor in Alexandria, VA
...am very committed to helping other students increase their scores, as I fully understand the challenges of the test and I know that it can be frustrating not to see your score improve (I often felt that way myself!) The same is true of the SAT. I was not naturally good at test-taking, and so I am passionate about helping students who might be coming from that perspective. I also am excited to tutor in...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Politics Honors and Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 780
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