Award-Winning History Tutors serving Hampton, VA

...eight years. My experience includes mentoring for the JCOC Kids Club program and the U. of Okla. K20 college-bound program, presenting Brain Awareness exhibits as a member of the Society for Neuroscience, and assistant coaching a high school Mock Trial team. Tutoring goes best when the student is motivated, and I have two main approaches to motivating my students. First, context- a topic isn't interesting or important 'just because', we have to discover how it's...

Meg has her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Spanish and Political Science. She is working towards a Master's Degree in Physical Education and her Personal Training Certification. She is a former au pair and nanny who loves to tutor any subject, especially foreign languages! Meg has been a substitute teacher for nearly 7 years and she enjoys helping students achieve their very best. Her teaching style is unique, listening and positive feedback being its main...

I have been teaching and tutoring Math for over 15 years. I started my career as a high school teacher and am currently a Lecturer of Mathematics at a local university. I have a Master's Degree in Applied Computational Mathematics and can help with nearly all high school and college level math courses. I look forward to helping you understand the Mathematics that's giving you trouble!

...a study abroad program in Peru where I was able to develop my knowledge of cultural anthropology. I served as a nanny and homework helper throughout college which sparked my passion for tutoring. I like to focus tutoring on critical thinking and giving the student the tools to problem solve on their own. From this method, the student's confidence grows and they become more open to learning. This is a gateway into content mastery. With...

...cannot be taken away. I have a masters degree in business administration from the University of Phoenix, which is a great school. One of my favorite subject is English Literature. I love it because it tells fantastic stories, and I love a good story. When talking with my students I like to make my class interesting by incorporating some fun into the subject. I want to make my students feel comfortable so that they want...

...always strive for their best to develop self-confidence and success. When I tutor, I like to challenge my students because I see their capabilities. If needed, I will also assist students with study habits, time management skills, and organization as we progress through our sessions. I was a Spanish Tutor and an AVID tutor, and it was a rewarding experience to see students succeed and thrive. I hope to impart a small passion for history...

...gains in the areas of reading comprehension and decoding. I have also passed the Reading for Virginia Educators Praxis which covers a variety of reading topics and reading instruction strategies. I firmly believe that having my students focus on short term gains and not perfection, helps boost their confidence as readers as well as makes this necessary skill more enjoyable for them. In my spare time I enjoy camping and reading mystery novels.

...how to edit and revise so your paper can be as sharp and persuasive as it can be." A large part of my day job is to be a one-stop shop for students' study needs. I believe that learning is an active (not passive) undertaking, and that we only know that we've actually learned when we (as students) are able to practice a given skill ourselves, to construct knowledge and understanding in our own thoughts...

...and political science. In the past, I have worked as a substitute teacher and history tutor. In my occupation as a youth coordinator, I design curriculum that psychologically and practically supports child learning. I believe tutoring is the privilege of making learning flexible and adaptively personal to students' needs. History, government, and philosophy can be dull topics, but by developing an effective system, I hope to make them exciting and memorable. Social science and philosophy...

...College of William & Mary. I firmly believe that we must continue to encourage our students to become world citizens by including current events, primary source documents, foreign languages, and oral debate in the classroom. In my spare time, I can be found out doors, in the park, kayaking, canoeing, and attending concerts and art shows. My favorite way to spend my time is with my family and friends, but most importantly my two-year old...

A charismatic teacher getting better with every lesson! M. Ed.

I have been a fourth and fifth grade licensed teacher in VA for 12 years. I have experience tutoring students in math, reading, writing, and organization/study skills in the upper elementary grades. My personal interests are running half and full marathons and showing our Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy in local dog shows. I like to travel whenever possible. When I was in the military, I was a Korean linguist, so learning new languages is an interest...

...education is not one-size-fits-all. I therefore employ a wide range of instructional methods, understanding that a strategy that works well for one person might not work for someone else. I make it a priority to listen closely to my students in order to find the best tools for them. My goal is not only to help them improve academically, but to help increase their self-confidence as well. Outside of teaching, I enjoy writing my own...

I am a great tutor because I love to see people learn. There is something truly amazing about spreading knowledge and curiosity. I am also a very empathetic person, so I take on my students' goals and struggles as my own. I commit to helping my students and I have the skills to do so. I have a natural aptitude for education, have studied and learned about the profession while earning my master's degree in...

...(birth-grade 2), both from Touro College. I am licensed in Early Childhood Special Education in Virginia and recently completed certification in TEFL/TESOL. I have experience working in both general and special education in private and public school settings. I like to tutor with a student-centered approach using meta-cognition, or constant reflection on one's learning. In addition to tutoring/teaching, I am also a freelance writer for various publications and have published some poetry as well. I...

...I decided that I wanted to become a teacher after I spent a year in AmeriCorp. I taught GED and job training courses at a women's center in Baltimore City. I saw first hand how powerful and education can be. I have my B.A. in History and a M.A. in Special Education. I have taken extra College courses in Math to become highly qualified to teach Math. I have taken two Master's level Physics courses...

I am a psychology PhD student. My background is in psychology (i.e., health, developmental, social, psychopathology), but I also have extensive training with statistics, and some statistics programming packages. Tutoring is my way of trying to give back to my community and to help other students who struggle like have in the past.

...been asked by my peers to review and edit/critique their written work. In terms of my teaching philosophy, I place a premium on engaging the student; teaching is often fruitless unless you convey to the student that what they are learning has value. I also believe in identifying two important expectations: what the student expects of me, the tutor; and what the student's teacher/professor/standardized test expects of them. Establishing these expectations is, to me, crucial...

Second-year at William and Mary history major focusing on the 20th century, specifically experiences of non-westerners and otherwise marginalized voices. I believe that community and connection are essential to the human experience. I aspire to share stories with others through poetry and prose to contribute to a more cohesive society. Tutoring is a way to connect on an individual basis in order to facilitate the spread of knowledge.

...skills to feel independent and sure of how to succeed in the desired subject area. I tend to apply alternative methods that encourage open communication, and interactive engagement (versus "top down" teaching strategies). I believe strongly in self-assessment and giving the student the ability not only to find their strengths, but also their weaknesses and give them the skills to overcome those challenges through attainable milestones. I have fostered and tutored three nieces into advanced...