Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving Washington DC

...she could place out of second grade. (She did.) I was lucky to come from a highly academic family that emphasized education. I loved learning so much, I wanted to always be surrounded by people who were learning, too. Tutoring is my way of scratching that itch now that I'm not in school. I want to understand the way YOU learn and help you do it. I attended the University of Iowa on a full,...

...Literature, History, Psychology, Sociology and French. I have tutored variously-aged students in different subjects: high school students in English and the SAT Critical Reading and Writing sections; elementary school children in literacy; and adults in basic math. I have also taught World Religions to students at the Columbia University High School Summer Program, and creative writing/literature to high schoolers at the Young Writers Workshop at University of Virginia, as well as to adults in workshops...

...students in English Language Arts, Social Studies, History, Writing, and Math. In the inclusion and self-contained settings, I teach students who are in general and special education programs. My teaching and tutoring philosophy is that all students, regardless of ability or disability, can achieve to their highest potential when provided with academically and developmentally appropriate instruction and supports. It is therefore my teaching and tutoring style to appropriately create, differentiate, and modify content and/or lessons...

I have always been surrounded my teaching my entire life as both my mom and sister are both educators. I have worked in-person with children as both a tutor and as a care-taker for last last several years. Although I am currently pursing an Aerospace Engineering degree at the University of Maryland, I thoroughly enjoy education and hope to help out as much as possible!

...in Microbiology/Immunology and Public Health, where I was on the pre-med track. Since completing my bachelors degree, I have recently completed my Masters in Physiology from Georgetown University. Aside from my academics, I am incredibly passionate about serving underprivileged communities and working with health equity. At the University of Miami, I created a health education program for K-12 students and worked avidly in leadership and service roles in the community. From my experience teaching health...

...experience in teaching and tutoring others. Since early high school, I have tutored a wide range of ages and topics - from children learning science to freshmen in English 101. My teaching style focuses on coveying information in an engaging way. Much of the content, like history and politics, can sometimes be daunting - with dates, names, and events that are seemingly endless - and I craft my teaching to flow from one topic to...

...have had the privilege to study a wide variety of subjects at the college level, including Mandarin, math, finance, and history. As a student, I have been especially grateful to teachers who are able to make challenging topics intuitive and even fun. This is what inspired me to become a math and Mandarin tutor. Both mathematics and Mandarin are intimidating subjects, and far too many students experience frustration at the foundational levels. I address this...

...while also becoming proficient in Russian. I will be attending American University Washington College of Law this upcoming fall and pursuing a dual JD and masters in US Foreign Policy and National Security. I have both official and unofficial tutoring experience dating back to middle school, and have most experience with tutoring middle and high school students in Reading Comprehension, English, Writing, History, Government, and Algebra. I also am very fond of test preparation, having...

I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Iowa State University in May of 2017. I then worked as a research assistant at the University of Chicago. In college, I loved sharing the knowledge and material that I learned over the course of my schooling. As an undergrad, I worked as a teaching assistant under the...

...students increase their academic confidence, get ahead and enjoy an excellent school experience. I tutor ERB, ISEE, HSPT, SAT, ACT, and GRE test prep. I focus, not just on the test content and essay writing, but also on test-taking strategies that work. My goal is to help my students get into the school(s) of their choice. I also tutor Math, ELA, Social Studies, History, Reading, Writing and ESL. I help students develop their executive function...

...the world of education, which prepares teacher candidates with instructional and classroom / behavior management skills necessary to teach successfully at all levels independent schools. As a tutor, I have the ability to adapt to each individual student and work with a range of learning styles in order to ultimately achieve subject mastery. With a focus in math and finance, I am a believer in the real world application of subject content and strive to...

...I am in DC interning with a non-profit that specializes in Latin America. At Roanoke I am a peer mentor, which means that I specialize in organization. I help students from a variety of academic back grounds formulate a strategy that will help them achieve what they want on a test or in a class. I also specialize in writing and editing essays and am willing to help any student in any level improve their...

...very much enjoy working with individuals to prepare for standardized tests, including college admissions tests. I also have experience as a job coach for adults in a local GED program. In that position, I helped individuals to craft resumes and practice interviewing techniques. That position allowed me to work with individuals to develop a long term career plan that would help them achieve their goals. In undergrad at the University of Illinois, I completed a...

...also have my CELTA certification, which means I have extra experience working with English Language Learners. Although I am certified to tutor many different subjects, my favorite subjects have always been Social Studies, History, English, and Literature. I am a voracious reader and trivia buff who especially enjoys science fiction, fantasy, and history books. I am also a creative writer in my spare time, and I enjoy many different kinds of music and movies.

...currently pursuing my M.A. in Ethics, Peace, and Human Rights at the same school. I have worked with a wide range of students from elementary school through college. I have been accepted to a variety of excellent universities, including Brown University, Boston College, University of Massachusetts, University of New Hampshire, University of Vermont, American University, George Washington University, Clark University, Syracuse University, Wheaton College, and St. Michael's College. I am most passionate about tutoring writing,...

...to walk students through demonstrations of proofs to deepen their understanding and their ability to apply the theorem or formula in question. My second most commonly tutored subject is English, particularly grammar. As a linguistics major, I have a nuanced understanding of how grammar works and, further, of how to conceptualize it and explain it in terms that a student will understand. When a student is having difficulty with a grammatical concept, I begin by...

I am a Harvard graduate with almost 10 years of tutoring experience. My goal is simple: to help you learn as much as possible and achieve your educational goals in a fun and engaging way. I have experience teaching all age levels across a variety of subjects, and I am looking forward to working with you and helping you to be successful!

I am a graduate of George Mason University. I received both my Bachelor of Arts degrees in History and Global Affairs. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but am most passionate about English, AP classes, and History. These aren't subject that come with formulas and equations and are more exploratory! Learning is an adventure and a great mentor or teacher can be the difference between loving and hating a subject.

...Social Studies classes. He is excited about giving students the support they need to reach their full potentials. He is knowledgeable about reading and writing pedagogy, history and literature, accommodating students with disabilities, and helping students organize their study approach. He is patient, supportive, enthusiastic, creative, and a good listener. He has a PhD in Philosophy from the New School for Social Research, and a classical, liberal arts undergraduate education from St John's College. While...

...Washington and Lee University illustrate my ability to tutor enterprising students. I myself have demonstrated the ability to manage large workloads under strict timelines in the context of a rigorous curriculum, and I am compelled to share my knowledge and techniques with younger students. In college, I was the proud recipient of the H.J. Heinz Corporation Scholarship; a full-tuition award complete with 2 internships, given to outstanding academic leaders. I chose to go to Washington...