Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving Norfolk, VA

...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 related to our whole world and especially to things the student already knows they care about. Second, getting to know the student- everyone has unique talents, tendencies, and goals. There is an area of overlap between each...

...get it the way you explain it" is a refrain I cherish in my teaching experience. I have taught all middle school academic subjects even though my degrees are in music. A passionate learner myself, I strive to share that with my students. Whether leading a classroom, instructing my own children, or teaching private music lessons, personalizing and customizing the learning experience is and always has been the ultimate goal. I hold bachelor's and master's...

I'm a firm believer that all children can learn as long as you differentiate the instruction and use the proper strategies and tools to meet the individual's needs.

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!

...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 of mine....

Throughout my academic journey, I have encountered the transformative power of personalized guidance. I understand that every learner is unique, with distinct strengths and challenges. My motivation to tutor stems from the belief that education is a shared journey, and by offering my knowledge and support, I can contribute to the success of others.

...a certified English teacher who has taught grades 6-11. I have also tutored from pre-K through adults in reading comprehension, elementary school math, writing, grammar and state test preparation. I enjoy teaching writing and helping students who are having difficulty in reading comprehension. I have seen the excited look on a child's face when they get an increase in reading or writing scores on mandatory state tests. It gives them a tremendous boost in confidence...

I help learners develop the cognitive, language, physical, and social skills required to be successful. I help inspire learners to develop the self-confidence required to succeed in school and in life. I make learning fun! I support, encourage, engage, and cultivate creative minds. As an educator I offer experiences working with students, and adults. I strive to support all learners, and their diverse academic development and needs.

I heard someone say that everyone starts out liking math. But they meet that one math teacher or class or even a problem that intimidates them, possibly embarrasses them. And they build a wall and find it hard to continue liking math. I want to show them an easier way to understand the concepts; I want people to like math.

...to one tutoring sessions. I am passionate about teaching children to read which is why I have devoted time toward pursuing extensive training in phonemic awareness, phonics, and structured reading. I was voted the Reading Teacher of the Year at my school building in the 2018-2019 and 2021-2022 school year. Other subjects I enjoy teaching are math, social studies, and science. During tutoring sessions, I use hands-on materials as well as technology tools to balance...

...a love for learning and have many life experiences that allow me to connect to individuals at a personal level. Building relationships with people is critical to developing trust, which allows for learning from all involved in the relationship. I truly believe reading is the key to communication, education and transformation for humans at all ages and learning levels. I enjoy getting to know scholars and believe in data and practice that yields results scholars...

...of my teaching experience, I prepared students for a Reading standardized test required for graduation. For 7 of the 8 previous years in teaching, I also prepared students for a Writing standardized test required for graduation. I believe that all students can learn. I believe that all students learn differently. When I was in high school and college, my jobs outside of school were babysitting and teaching in a day care setting. My day care...

...it means to focus on something with passion and the deep desire to learn. It implies both agency and diligent labor. I expect my students to put in the time and effort, but in return, they typically gain at least one letter grade, sometimes two, rising from a C to an A, or from failing to a C. I may be new to Varsity Tutors, but this is not my first rodeo. Let me help...

...a graduate of Longwood University. I majored in elementary and middle school education with a focus in history. In addition to my major, I also minored in Spanish (where I focused on ESL education) and history. I am currently able to teach elementary and middle schoolers; however, I have enough background knowledge to work with students looking to learn English, Spanish or who need help with history. I am currently working as a substitute teacher...

Hello! I am currently a 4th grade teacher, specializing in Reading and Writing. I have also taught 2nd and 3rd grade in all content areas. I have been the grade-level chairperson at my last two school placements, and led my team to achieve skyrocketing scores on our state standardized testing! I have middle school endorsements as well, and have helped adults compose essays. I look forward to helping you succeed!... I would use tutoring time to...

...an educator with over 10 years of experience teaching Reading and Language Arts for grades k-12, I am eager to lend my expertise towards working with your student. I have become well-equipped with an extensive "teacher tool-box" of multi-sensory, multi-modality strategies proven effective for a diverse assortment of learners and am experienced with a range of needs including Reading and Language Disabilities (specifically Dyslexia & Dysgraphia), test preparation, ADHD, and more. I look forward to...

As an English teacher, creating a sense of excitement in reading and writing is what I wanted students to always strive for in their academic lives. Literature and composition played an essential role in my life, and I hope students will feel the same as they explore their imagination and curiosity. When a student tells me they just read ".........." and loved it, I feel inspired by them and encourage them to continue learning forever.

...a recent graduate of Rice University, where I studied neuroscience, humanities, and Spanish. I am currently applying to medical school, but I have experience in strategy consulting, research, and teaching. Over the last few years, I have dedicated myself to tutoring, working with both adults and children as an ESL instructor. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am particularly passionate about helping students with college applications and STEM subjects. My love for...

...as a teacher and tutor is to break concepts down to make things easier to understand. In other words, I don't want to make things harder than they need to be. I use technology as much as possible and like to find resources that I can provide to my students to make their academic careers more enjoyable and manageable. I retired from the US Navy in 2015 after serving for 22 years on active duty....

...passionate educator with 4+ years of experience in educational settings. My teaching experience ranges from teaching college sociology courses to TESL in West Africa. I believe in working to help children of all ages and abilities to achieve their full potential and some of my best experiences have come from in-home counseling clients and residential behavioral health counseling. I hold a Master's degree in sociology, am a qualified mental health counselor (child), and will be...