Award-Winning Study Skills and Organization Tutors serving Virginia

...knew I wanted to work with young people, but I had to thrash around for years trying other disciplines before I could see the obvious. I was a perpetual student for a long time, directionless and underperforming because I had no goals. Once I got in front of a classroom, though, I felt I'd come...

...with pupils of all ages, from elementary school kids all the way up to college students. I adapt my teaching methods to the student, identifying what their strengths and weaknesses are, explaining difficult concepts, giving practice problems, and helping with study habits. I specialize in SAT (all sections), math, and science. I also have experience...

...various grade levels (K-6th) and school settings for the past 3.5 years. I have also taught both virtually and in the classroom. I enjoy teaching and tutoring all subjects, but History & English are my two favorite subjects. I always love helping students better understand history and improve their reading and writing skills. I strongly...

...education. During this time I started working on my Master's in Special Education from Liberty University. I continued teaching in my hometown in fourth and fifth-grade special education and general education. While continuing to teach in my hometown I saw a true need for additional support in reading and language arts. In the spring of...

...levels. I can also provide essay writing help because of my extensive writing training in college. My favorite subjects to tutor are any social studies and writing. I love both extensively and was able to place this love into action during my college education by conducting historical research, writing about it, and presenting my topics...

...a student cold because they don't understand why everyone else seems to know what or how something is done and they somehow missed it. Re-teaching the basics can often remove the stigma that 'I am just stupid and will never learn anything' emotion felt by the student. This area is my sweet spot, I can...

...taught the GED to high school and adult students. I was an adjunct instructor for two business colleges. I have tutored an eighth grade student in reading and math. A ninth grade student in all subjects including study skills. For the last 5 years, I have been teaching English as a Second Language online in...

...my puppy and spending quality moments with friends. I offer tutoring services across a wide range of subjects, including elementary and middle school topics, 9th grade physics, civil and environmental engineering, history, and ethics. I am excited to be a part of the Varsity Tutors community, where I can share my passion and expertise to...

...understand how important a solid education is to succeed in school and in a future career - whatever those goals may be. I strive to make my students feel confident in the subject matter and believe in themselves and their ability to learn the most basic to the most complex subjects. I have strong writing...

...styles, and goals so that I can tailor my instructional approach to match them. My favorite part of tutoring is the "Now I get it!" moment, when a student finally grasps a concept that he or she has been struggling with. When I am not teaching, tutoring, or lesson planning, I enjoy reading, writing book...

I believe that education is the doorway to the world, success, and should be accessible to all. It is a tool, in order for us, to advance and grow....

...students in my local high school. I am a firm believer we all can learn in different ways with the precise tool and training. Innovation technology is a great part of my teaching and training. Professional development has kept me updated on the new technologies that are out there for educational purposes. I have tutored...

...writing, and social studies standardized tests. I really enjoy tutoring and most recently have enjoyed helping students prepare for ACT writing tests as well as college application and scholarship essays. I hold a master's degree in English Education from the University of Central Florida and am currently pursuing a master's degree in School Counseling at...

...to begin tutoring by learning about a student overall; yes, this includes all academic aspects, yet knowing who they are outside of that arena provides the foundation for considerate ways to integrate who they are into lessons. Building a strong context regarding the ways in which they, as an individual learn best be it obvious...

...strived to do my best, and the hard work payed off. I am currently a Junior undergraduate student at Randolph College, and I work hard everyday to achieve my goals. When I graduate undergrad, I would like to continue on to graduate school and receive my MD in pathology. I tutored through high school in...

I am a current graduate student studying Biomedical Sciences, with a previous Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Biology. I have been working with students for several years and tutoring intermittently for the last 8 years. I have worked with a wide range of people and will be able to adapt as needed.

...graduate of Notre Dame. I graduated with a Masters in Education. I was a special education teacher for over ten years but have worked in one capacity or another with children for over twenty years. I enjoy using props and games when teaching. I believe that learning should be fun. I have a passion for...

...graduated from Yale University with a double major in Environmental Studies and International Studies, and I love the way science and real-world issues can interact. Part of my interest in the environment comes from my love of being outdoors, and I am an avid rower and bicyclist. I also greatly enjoy growing vegetables and playing...

...is no better feeling than watching someone have a eureka moment of understanding, and I look forward to meeting and working with new students. As a Colorado native, I love spending my free time hiking and climbing my way through the Rockies. I also enjoy playing volleyball (being 6'8" has its advantages) and teaching myself...

...further research to plan our class sessions. She taught me to be extremely knowledgeable on the subject material. The final semester before I graduated, I took a Literary Theory class. Sometimes I wish it had been the first class I took in college because it was such a great experience and we discussed so many...