Award-Winning ACT Math Tutors for Students in Portsmouth, VA

I am a civil engineering graduate from Michigan State University! I have always loved math and science and working with student. I have worked with K-12 students from the time I was in high school, and even taught college level physics courses and labs.

...problems to see why mistakes are being made, correct and give follow-up practice, all the while building the student's all-important self-confidence. Motivation builds from this improving confidence; students meet challenges I give them and want more. For younger minds I build more interest in math by playing learning games. With parent permission, I communicate and work closely with classroom teachers. As much as I can, I plan for tutoring sessions beforehand to ensure maximum learning...

...working towards a Master's Degree in Physical Education and her Personal Training Certification. She is a former au pair and nanny who loves to tutor any subject, especially foreign languages! Meg has been a substitute teacher for nearly 7 years and she enjoys helping students achieve their very best. Her teaching style is unique, listening and positive feedback being its main components. Outside of the tutoring classroom, Meg enjoys snowboarding, soccer, running and reading. She...

I like to help students get prepared for university. I do this by simplifying the material they are struggling with, and re-presenting fundamental concepts in my own terms.

Helping students achieve their goals and full potential is our biggest reward as a teacher. Being in the profession for more than fifteen years has given me the time and vast experience of working with students with different backgrounds.

I believe in learning by doing. I think learning by example can lead to tremendous success. Patience is a virtue, and I'm glad I have a lot of it.