Award-Winning Middle School Math Tutors for Students in Washington DC

...lessons focus on principles and processes, creating a deeper understanding of the facts presented in class or in the textbook. I find that this technique works very well with math and physics, where understanding the theory is often the key to being able to see a problem and find the right path to a solution. I also try to apply this method to test preparation, so that students aren't just following a test-taking strategy because...

...a Public Health major with a concentration in Immunology and Infectious Diseases. I then went on to complete a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and...

...grew up in Edison in central NJ and was one of the class of 1993 from St. Joseph High School in Metuchen. St. Joseph's most famous graduate is Jim McGreevey, the former governor. Singer and musician Jon Bon Jovi also attended St. Joseph H. S. although he was not a graduate. Shortly after receiving my diploma I entered Rutgers University, though I would never graduate. In December of 2011 I enrolled at ITT Technical Institute....

...of the topic that is tailored to the student's learning style while providing him or her broad insights into the issues. Quality writing, speaking, and argument can only come with a full understanding of facts and context, and having that will distinguish my students over their peers. Tailoring the material to the student will be an important way for him or her to, not only, understand and retain the information, but also to apply it....

...of Virginia, where I plan to study Business, and I graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology 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...

...with a 3.6 GPA, earning a dual degree in Journalism and History, both with the Comprehensive Honors award. During my time at UW, I taught public health and safety to groups of twenty to two hundred students twice a week for three years. I have over 150 hours of teacher training and countless hours in the classroom. Furthermore, I was the editor of our student newspaper, The Daily Cardinal, and have extensive writing-coaching skills in...

...received a Bachelors of Arts in Economics with a minor in Mathematics. I currently work downtown in DC as an analyst at a large economic consulting firm. From tutoring young elementary school kids to college sophomores, I have extensive experience working with students over a wide range of age levels and learning types. Math has always been my favorite subject to tutor because I know the difference a good math teacher can make. It was...

...at Caltech. I have years of experience tutoring students in test prep (SAT, ACT, SAT II subject tests), mathematics, and 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...

...love learning. I can't say I am an expert at anything, but I have a wide range of interests and 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...

...chemistry teacher, currently taking a break from the classroom. I specialize in STEM subjects, literature and critical reading, and test prep. I earned my BS in Biology at the University of Dallas - a Great Books liberal arts college. I am a strong proponent of interdisciplinary, self-directed learning. In my work as a teacher, I make it a priority to help my students discover a love of learning, the skills to self-assess their needs and...

...of Maryland Baltimore County. I am a senior studying for a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Since my high school years, I have taught extensively, tutoring children in math, science & test prep. I have also worked as a tutor for Reconstruction Tutoring Co, a company that focuses on providing instruction that incorporates education on minority issues along with the traditional subject. I have done private tutoring on the side, and...

...it is an attitude I always seek to impart to students. About half of my extended family (including my parents) are educators, and I am of the firm belief that education can change lives. That certainly doesn't mean it's easy. No one is good at everything, and sometimes all it takes is an outside push, or someone to explain the issue a different way. Tutoring can provide that missing element -- whether it's a sudden...

...expertise that I enjoy tutoring are environmental and earth sciences, general science, biology, ecology, geography, communication, writing and editing (including grammar, style, sentence and essay structure), English, public speaking (I do this often for my job, too), nutrition, and basic computer skills. I'm also very interested and have much experience with HOW to learn, study, and stay organized (this is necessary for a small business owner!). I've tried numerous techniques and styles personally and helped...

...part of the Global Ecology Magnet Program. Right now, I am currently working to obtain a Bachelor's Degree in General Biology at the University of Maryland, College Park. I have past experience working with children at different summer camps. And, in high school, I was part of a club that created tutoring videos specifically tailored to students taking difficult courses at Poolesville High School. I can tutor multiple subjects, including math, biology, and environmental science....

...to be as involved in the learning process as I am in the teaching process. I enjoy students feeling comfortable asking questions and making comments throughout the sessions as well as know that making mistakes is part of the learning process. In the end, the most important part of these sessions is not only for the student to learn and enhance his/her understanding of the subject matter, but also learn that I am here to...

...ultrasound research lab developing new ways to image blood flow using ultrasound, eventually earning a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering. My work in the lab required a lot of Math and Physics knowledge for processing ultrasound signals and writing software to display images, plus a little bit of Chemistry and Biology for understanding what was happening as we took images. During my time at UNC I also had the opportunity to work with Habitat for...

...pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in neuroscience with a minor in psychology. After graduation, I plan on taking a gap year to further gain research experience before pursing graduate school for a PhD in Neuroscience. Outside of academia, I play as handler for the GMU Women's Ultimate Frisbee team and enjoy crafting and DIY. I tutor a variety of science and math subjects but I am most passionate about biology and neuroscience. Throughout my...

...Harvard Kennedy School of Government (MPP, Public Policy), I am passionate about learning and educational success. Since middle school, I have been tutoring my peers in subjects as varied as Spanish, Economics, French, Mathematics, Statistics, and Finance. My students have come from various backgrounds, from middle school in suburban New Jersey to graduate school at Harvard. I have a deep love of learning and sharing my learning strategies with a diverse pool of students with...

I earned my undergraduate 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 frisbee.... I try to bring a broad perspective to my teaching. If one approach doesn't click, then...

...Service at American University, working towards a BA in International Studies. I have experience tutoring one-on-one or large groups, in both English and Spanish. The majority of my time tutoring has been working with elementary school students with reading and writing. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Reading, Spanish and English. In my experience, the most effective tutoring occurs when the student can connect one of their interests...