Award-Winning Summer Tutors serving Washington DC

...streets, during which both parties learn and evolve constantly. Success, especially in tutoring, comes from building strong, personal relationships with each student, getting to know one's student, and letting the student know the tutor, also builds trust, which is essential for a healthy learning environment. I am eager to work with any student, and I am confident that through hard work and dedication anyone can succeed in any subject or topic. I look forward to...

...northern Virginia area in the Forensic DNA field. Because of studying and working for several years in the science field, I love to tutor math and science. Throughout my schooling, I worked closely with students in after-school programs and in group tutoring sessions. I enjoy working with students and watching them excel in the areas they may find difficult. I am committed to determining the student's strengths and utilizing those strengths so they can conquer...

...Management at The Harvard Graduate School of Education and currently work as a project manager in education assessment. While I am no longer in a classroom during the day, I still enjoy helping students reach their maximum academic potential. As a tutor, I first focus on understanding a student's academic needs and then work with the student to ensure that he or she grasps an understanding of the particular subject. I stay patient and encouraging...

...German grammar are my favorite subjects to tutor. My ability to tailor my instruction to my students' individual needs and learning preferences is my greatest strength as an instructor. Whether a student needs visual aids, kinesthetic games, or cheesy Star Wars puns to make learning engaging and meaningful, I am eager and happy assist with personalized lessons and activities. Additional interests of mine include film studies, gender studies, and American literature. In my free time,...

...of where I was working, the age of my students, or the subject matter, I have always enjoyed going through the learning process in a fun and creative manner. One of the ways I have accomplished this is by complementing my expertise with an abundant amount of support and encouragement. As your tutor, I will strive to adapt my style of teaching to best fit your unique ways of learning, giving you the best learning...

...formulas. This is reflected in my ‘partner-teaching’ style in the sense that I re-learn with the student in order to isolate areas of improvement, make the student more comfortable, and be relate-able in a way traditional teachers cannot. Having the student ‘teach’ me how to solve a problem is also crucial to my teaching style and evaluation techniques; while they ‘teach’ I can witness how far they have come and boost their confidence.... The first step...

...immigration attorney in Herndon, VA. I speak 4 languages (English, Farsi, Spanish, and Portuguese) which is very helpful as an immigration lawyer. I also love history, traveling (have lived in Europe and South America), reading, watching/playing sports (soccer, basketball, football, rugby, hockey, baseball), and the outdoors (hiking, rock climbing, beaches, etc.). I also love getting to meet and know new people. I particularly enjoy helping others better themselves and to reach their highest potential. Thanks...

...as many IB classes as I could in addition to AP Government. My tutoring experience is primarily with elementary school-age, but I have great rapport with kids K-12. I attended an IB high school (Robinson Secondary School) and took as many IB courses as possible in addition to some AP classes. I will work with students to help them see the connections and break down large concepts into small pieces and help them build up....

...Each equation has a solution. I enjoyed learning these subjects, and I love sharing that with new people. When I am a student, the subject matter is the puzzle. When I am a teacher, my student becomes the riddle. There is a barrier between the student and the material, and it is my role to identify this and look for solutions. What works for one student may not work for another, and I feel that...

...primary source for knowledge. The ability of any student to compete globally is essential and as such curricula should be designed to ensure the incorporation of a knowledge base that allows the engagement of current advances in technology. We must appreciate the cultural diversity of our students respecting each of their unique talents, aspiration and accomplishments. In conclusion, I believe that every student has the potential to achieve once provided the appropriate learning environment...... The first...

...of strong argumentation skills. I have published everything from short stories to journalistic articles, in my college paper or at The New York Times. Most students come to me for my encouraging spirit and fun attitude because I always want to make learning a positive experience. Writing an essay or dissecting a book really boils down to the art of storytelling -- and I think, no matter your age, we all can appreciate to the...

...the United States for college, I became certified to tutor Calculus I and the German language at Johns Hopkins University through their student-to-student tutoring service, "The Learning Den." Tutoring has been such a joy of mine because of the students I've been able to work with. Working together to get through a tough concept or problem is made totally worthwhile when the student then says, "Ok, let me do this next one on my own....

I am a passionate educator currently residing in the DC area. I graduated in 2015 from the University of Georgia with a degree in Science Education. I have much experience working with students of all ages from summer camps, student teaching, City Year, mentoring, and tutoring. I love working with young people of all ages and am excited to get started!

...Genetics. My favorite subject to tutor is algebra. Although I'm a science major, I have a secret love for math and absolutely love tutoring in it. Outside of academics, I have a plethora of hobbies. I do a number of physical activities such as soccer, weightlifting, and running (did track and cross country in high school). I also watch Netflix regularly and play a number of video games. Overall, I'm an easy person to talk...

...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 into any educational experience. I have been teaching in the DC area for 3 years, and understand the demands of the Common Core Standards, PARCC, SAT and other exams. I am familiar with ELA...

...through the challenge at hand, but learning strategies that can be applied later will help you to get past challenges in the future as well! I am eager to share what I know with young scholars hitting a block in the road! I am an organized educator that is driven! My organizational skills and experience with long range planning will help us set appropriate goals. I will show up prepared to each tutoring session and...

...hand-in-hand with parents to identify where the student needs the most help. I've taught Spanish, Hebrew, Arabic, Writing, and resume/career skills, amongst other topics. I believe that for a student to truly succeed, he or she needs to become engaged in the subject beyond the textbook. For example, that's why I incorporate music, art, culture, and media into my foreign language lessons- to make the subject come alive! Students I work with not only learn...

...have led how-to clinics (weekly and monthly), instructing new hires as well as performing managerial training to employees. My training/tutoring style would be encouraging, thorough and tailored to the client's personality and needs. I'm relatively flexible in my ability to adapt my methodologies on a case by case basis. My hobbies include - photography, kayaking, camping, hiking, rock climbing, paintballing, painting, gardening, running and anything outdoors. I'm very outgoing, energetic and a problem solver at...

...to have a career that has given me practical experience in the quantitative social sciences--including a grade of "Honors" in qualifying field exams--and a deep understanding of international relations and international business, along with fluency in more than one foreign language. I have teaching experience at the university level and have helped many students make their way through difficult topics. I have a good understanding of the needs of students in the region's public and...

...believe there are no questions that should not be asked, and that the unexamined life is not worth living. To me, the quest for knowledge reigns supreme, and the wisdom (along with good grades on assignments and exams at school) are icing on the cake and indicative of a successful inquiry process. Aiding my students in their quest for knowledge and celebrating their success is the greatest reward for me. I look forward to working...