Award-Winning Tutors serving Merrifield, DC

...to understand and improve the way science is taught in American schools. I place a high value on education and believe that in order to get the most out of it, students should be challenged and take full advantage of all of their educational resources. It's very rewarding to see a students succeed and reach...

...seeing standardized tests as a puzzle, rather than a chore. I've since spent several semesters as an Introductory Chemistry TA during my undergrad at Amherst College, where I majored in Biochemistry and Biophysics, magna cum laude. I'm also pre-med; I'm applying to medical schools now, for matriculation in the fall of 2014. I'm very passionate...

...sophomore studying engineering. I've had student internships at Johns Hopkins' Applied Physics Lab and NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, where I hope to work someday. At school, I compete on the intercollegiate sailing team, which is my #1 hobby (closely followed by playing drums or painting). I look forward to maybe getting to work with...

...Policy at Oxford, in the UK. Before starting my Masters I worked with people coming out of human trafficking situations. During undergrad, I studied International Studies and Human Rights at the University of Chicago (where I graduated with Honors and the highest awarded bestowed upon a graduating student). I am a native Washingtonian and attended...

...not have to earn is their right to knowledge. Education is a human right. Every single child should be fully equipped to chose their own path in life. Every student under my tutelage will be given access to the best I have to share so that they can make their own future.... Even though it is not my first time teaching it, it IS that child's first time learning it. Therefore, I must approach each child...

...off on my students and make them excited to learn! I graduated from the University of Michigan this year with a B.S. in biopsychology, cognition, and neuroscience. Thus, I have plenty of experience in Psychology as well. I quickly realized in high school that psychology was my favorite subject, so I was quick to choose...

...my previous PhD experience as I intend to offer tutoring in a variety and math, science and writing subjects. I am a Chess Coach for elementary schools in Maryland and Virginia. I have a 1730 USCF rating and an "Expert" performance rating in my last tournament. I can improve your chess game through a conventional...

...hands-on, I also introduce the natural think association for faster word to word association. As a motivational speaker, I understand how important it is to communicate. I really like to travel and know new places and meet new people. My hobbies are reading and learning about different cultures, and one of my interests is History.

...of an internationally-distributed law journal, editing submissions by both professors and students and coaching authors to improve articles. I love the writing process and would welcome the opportunity to work with you or your child to change the way you write. I enjoy motivating students to learn and grow; I don鈥檛 believe in passive busywork...

...will begin my JD studies at the Georgetown University Law Center, where I hope to focus on international and human rights law. I love using teaching to build relationships and share ideas with his students! Though I teach a wide variety of subjects and enjoy them all for different reasons, I feel most comfortable teaching...

...who respects and affirms them, helps them develop self-efficacy, and pushes them to reach their potential. To that end, I adapt my teaching methods to fit the student, and always seek to apply what we're learning to real-world situations. In my spare time, I am an avid reader - books about historical events and education...

...tutoring sessions to each student, and work through problems of forming an argument, creating outlines, structuring work and finishing with a great conclusion. While grammar and sentence structure are key to presenting work in an optimal manner, the development of ideas and critical thinking are at the core of a good paper. Outside of academic...

I am a second grade educator who loves seeing students grow! ... Every student is like a crayon; all different, all sharp and all an awesome part of completing the box!... Discuss their needs and where they feel they are in their academics.... Giving them tools to be successful across all content areas.... Constant encouragement and celebrating the small success!

...work hand-in-hand with parents to identify where the student needs the most help. I've taught Spanish, Hebrew, Arabic, Writing, and resume/career skills, amongst other topics. I believe that for a student to truly succeed, he or she needs to become engaged in the subject beyond the textbook. For example, that's why I incorporate music, art,...

...College level. I believe that education and the process of educating are two-way streets, during which both parties learn and evolve constantly. Success, especially in tutoring, comes from building strong, personal relationships with each student, getting to know one's student, and letting the student know the tutor, also builds trust, which is essential for a...

...by becoming a peer health educator. In that role, I teach health education to high school students in the District. I also currently tutor pre-med and other pre-professional students in a variety of science subjects. I love social studies, sciences, and tests! I genuinely enjoy the critical thinking that standardized tests requires, and love to...

...or the next day's lesson plan, I'm going to concerts, doing yoga, or reading. I am incredibly excited to work with students of all ages and backgrounds on a variety of subjects, including Spanish, English, SAT Verbal/Writing, History, etc. Whether you need an extra challenge or a new way of learning previously taught material, I...

...non-technical professionals in data manipulation, econometric modeling, and machine learning algorithms. Witnessing others grow and excel in these areas has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my career. I believe education is transformative, and I thrive on creating moments of clarity and engagement, whether it's helping students tackle exam prep with enthusiasm or...

...want students to have the ability to use what they learned in real-life situations. I want my students to be intrinsically motivated when it comes to German language and culture. Essentially, I want them to go to Germany, Austria, Switzerland, or Liechtenstein, etc and succeed. I am always friendly with my students. I want learning...

...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 I love. My goal as a tutor is to help students discover their individual path to learning. Students do this by identifying their motivations, strengths and goals. Learning...