Award-Winning Tutors serving Westover, MD

...degree in biochemistry at Brown University and my Ph.D. in immunology at the University of California, Berkeley. I have been teaching both introductory and advanced biology courses at the University of Maryland, College Park for over 10 years. For fun I enjoy reading science fiction, doing crossword puzzles, swing and ballroom dancing, and playing ultimate...

...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...

...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...

...grappling with. I have been fortunate to do well in my own academic pursuits: earning a Bachelor's in International Affairs & History from Georegetown University and a Master's in Education from Valparaiso University. I have taught for four years in a few different departments, but mostly in the social studies. I offer tutoring in the...

...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...

...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 acquaintance and look forward to teaching your child.

...on international and human rights law. I love using teaching to build relationships and share ideas with his students! Though I teach a wide variety of subjects and enjoy them all for different reasons, I feel most comfortable teaching test prep (SAT, GRE, LSAT) and TOEFL. My teaching approach is a combination of enthusiastic, friendly...

...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 way...

...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...

...ages 11-18, on their core subjects: math, reading, social sciences, and physical sciences. I also assisted them in Spanish (all levels), AP classes, PSAT skills, and SAT skills. My greatest strength is assisting students get more organized and take better notes when they are in class to facilitate how they study and practice their material...

I graduated with honors from New York University and studied history and literature. I have spent over six years tutoring and teaching students of all ages, in a variety of subjects. I am looking forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your learning goals!

...love to make the music learning process as engaging and encouraging as possible. I believe in giving the student as much choice as I can in their studies. I'm very passionate about the piano, but I also tutor voice, music history, and music theory. Music is an excellent way to build confidence, nurture creativity, and...

...his Master's degree in Development Studies at the London School of Economics and earned his Bachelor's degree, magna cum laude, in International Affairs at George Washington University. Michael scored a 174 (99.4 percentile) on the LSAT and has been tutoring the exam for two years to over 70 students. Michael has taught a number of...

...also experienced teaching a wide array of academic subjects, including Spanish and English. She received a minor in Spanish in college, and has been studying the language since kindergarten. She is also experienced with English grammar, writing, and comprehension. She has an Honors Liberal Studies certificate from the Catholic University of America.

...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...

...science. In high school, I have tutored younger students in mathematics and English. Throughout college, I have done private tutoring in SAT, PSAT, and math and science subjects. Also, I have worked with two students from China: I helped one boy with SAT prep and editing his college application essays, and I tutored the second...

...tutoring, I strive to help students meet their immediate (practical) goals while encouraging them to discover more about learning styles and strategies so they can succeed in all areas of study. In my free time, I enjoy arts and crafts of all kinds, gardening, cooking, and board games. I also like spoiling my guinea pigs...

...I can simultaneously improve in a process that never ceases to make us better. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy pretty much any activity that gets me outside, especially if that outside happens to be in the woods or near the beach (I am from Florida after all...). While outside, I usually find myself running...

...management experience. I hold several Scrum Alliance, Project Management, and Scaled Agile certifications, including the PMP, ACP, CSP, and SPC. I also hold several certifications in coaching including IC-Agile Certified Facilitator and IC-Agile Certified Coach. I really enjoy giving back to the profession and have been an active volunteer with the Project Management Institute since...

...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...