Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...offering private sessions for students and parents navigating the college admissions process. Drawing on my background in learning and motivational psychology, as well as my experiences and training as an AVID GDL, I specialize in an adaptable, mentoring instruction style, especially effective for students facing unusual circumstances or special needs. While I tutor everything from academic prep through scholarship applications, I find the most satisfaction during the college essay process, as the student and I...

...such as the TOEIC and TOEFL). I also enjoy teaching more general skills in reading/writing, helping my students advance their abilities in a variety of genres. I taught weekly group and one-on-one lessons in South Korea that covered test prep, critical reading, and essay writing My philosophy for teaching is that my students not only improve in their academic potential, but also become engaged with the material and understand the purpose of what they are...

...and I have a passion for teaching. I have particular expertise with languagesI've studied Spanish for over a decade and just returned from a year of living in Spain. I also have experience teaching English as a second language, and I'm comfortable teaching grammar, speaking, listening, and writing skills. Additionally, I have experience with editing essays and strong background in several other subjects including History, Reading, Literature, and Politics. I would be happy to help...

...minor in Spanish. My tutoring experience consists on pre-k through high school tutoring in math and English. I typically focus on building long-term skills within these academic areas with students. I am also a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician. I am a firm believer that education is a vital part of every student's life and future success. I am committed to bettering the academic experience of others. Outside of academics and teaching I enjoy being...

...recent graduate of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) where I received a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science & Geography with a Minor in Chemistry. My favorite subjects to tutor are chemistry and environmental science because I took many college courses in these subjects and am passionate about them. I am passionate about helping students because I know that having a tutor can allow students to grow and better understand the subjects they...

...in Foreign Affairs and Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Virginia. I've won several awards for my writing and love helping others with cover letters, CVs, statements of interest, college prep, copy writing and editing, and tutoring. I have experience coaching and tutoring (ESL, SAT prep, French, writing, business English, politics, etc.) and am so excited to help you however I can! I'm half French and a native French speaker. Passed SAT and ACT...

...students in reading and served as a Big Sister mentor to a middle school student via the Young Women???s Leadership Program. After graduation, I worked on Capitol Hill. I received my Master's degree in Public Policy from Georgetown University, and I currently work in the international development field. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English/Reading, Political Science, and History. I try to adopt an engaged tutoring style, and...

...an educator for ten years and I absolutely love helping students find joy in learning. I struggled as a student myself, so I encourage my students through fun strategies and hands on activities. I taught elementary for 8 years (grades 3-5) and high school for 2 years (Pre-algebra, Algebra I, English 11) and am more than welcomed to tutor in any of those areas. My favorite content to tutor is Math because math is all...

...but soon branched out to local junior high and high schools where I focused on tutoring Math. While I always enjoyed tutoring undergraduate students, I found great satisfaction in teaching Math to struggling teenagers. From my experiences, I learned that anyone can tackle basic mathematical ideas if they are given proper patience and instruction. Furthermore, I have learned that every student has a unique style of learning. My tutoring philosophy embodies this notion and I...

Hi, I'm Claudia! I love using the outdoors as a classroom and an opportunity for exploration and expression. I've spent the last several years working with all age groups, from toddlers to college freshmen, to make learning as fun as it is important. Ask me about mollusks or the American South (or anything really)!

I am an undergraduate student at the University of Maryland pursuing degrees in Linguistics and Hearing and Speech Sciences. I enjoy tutoring in Spanish, Reading, Grammar, and History. I always enjoyed standardized test-taking because I felt very prepared; I hope to be able to teach the same tricks that helped me succeed to others so that testing can be less scary and more calm and rewarding!

...Algebra 1 and Psychology. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math and Psychology, as they are both useful outside of academia. Some of my hobbies include cooking, playing sports, and spending time trying new things. I am a fun, enthusiastic tutor who enjoys seeing students become more confident in any subject material. I adjust my teaching style for every student based on their personality and preferred method to learn. I love to keep students motivated...

Hello! My name is Serene and I am a first-year biology major at the University of Virginia. I enjoy reading, writing, and cooking delicious meals for my family! :-)

I like learning stuff, and I like teaching people what I know in a way that I wish someone taught me.

I see my role as a tutor as one in which I first create an environment that facilitates learning while I provide the supplemental instruction. In this way, I will also be working to build the student's confidence to help them succeed in their academic pursuits.

...in high schools and privately to students of all ages. My oldest student was 80 years old! I have also taught college courses in World Music and Community Research. And, I taught English as a Second Language at Columbia College in Maryland. I earned a Bachelor's degree in Government and Law from Lafayette College in Pennsylvania, a Master's Degree in Asian Studies from the University of Hawaii, a Ph.D. in Music (Ethnomusicology) from the University...

...three years, I have worked as a Texas Realtor and as the director of an education advocacy program. I am passionate about supporting others in their journeys towards advocating for others: which is how I view the role of a realtor and engaged community member. I believe deeply in the power of education as a tool towards justice, and hope to share my love for learning with my students. I am a graduate of Texas...

Hi! I'm a neuroscience student at the University of Virginia. I've been tutoring students for three years in various levels of math and English.

...of Virginia School of Medicine, I am excited to provide growing students with the unique perspectives on typically difficult STEM subjects that I have learned myself over the past few years. I am deeply passionate about mentorship and teaching, and am excited to use the experience I have gained as a teaching assistant, mentor, and preceptor throughout college. I am most adept in biological, chemical, and physical sciences, and am also passionate about helping with...

...for high school students and was a teaching assistant for 2 classes in college. I also tutoring elementary school students in math. I currently work at Wells Fargo as an analytics consultant and enjoy tutoring students in math! I think the key to being a great tutor is having patience and remembering to smile! Students enjoy learning more when the teachers are also fun and happy. Outside of work, I love traveling, cooking, and playing...