(1167) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 20009
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Jared
Yale MBA; U of M grad 3.8 GPA; NU researcher
- $175 / h
- 2 ratings
- Washington , District of Columbia ( 20002 )
- 10 miles
I am exceptionally strong at tailoring instruction to each individual's specific learning style. As a result, I am able to understand how you learn best and work within your framework. I received my MBA from the Yale School of Management and hold a B.S. in Economics with a Math Minor from the University of Michigan. I graduated in the top of my class at both institutions. As such, I can assist with MBA applications and preparation for top MBA programs. Additionally, I can tutor math, e... Read more
Brendan
Versatile Tutor for all your Academic Needs
Hi, my name is Brendan and I am happy to assist you or your children achieve academic success. I am a graduate from the University of Maryland honors college with a degree in chemistry. I am currently working towards my masters in electronic materials engineering, and am looking to tutor full-time as I complete my degree. I have tutored for over 5 years at this time and am currently looking to pick up more students for the summer. As a chemistry major, I developed a very strong backgroun... Read more
Rita
Highly Experienced Professor of Writing & Literature
- $175 / h
- Silver Spring , Maryland ( 20910 )
- 15 miles
I have taught post-secondary writing and literature for over 30 years. While working on my Master’s in Modern American literature, I was a teaching assistant, tutor, and head GTA with responsibility for tutoring and tutor training. As a PhD student, I specialized in Victorian literature and was also a graduate assistant; as such, I had comprehensive training and practica in teaching college writing from Peter Elbow, widely recognized as the foremost expert in teaching college writing. As a... Read more
Connor
Engaging, Knowledgeable AP Chemistry Teacher and Tutor
- $175 / h
- 89 ratings
- Falls Church , Virginia ( 22042 )
- 12 miles
I am a boarding school chemistry teacher. One of the most important things when working with elementary age students is to be patient and provide positive feedback and positive reinforcement. Make sure that the beginning of each lesson starts off on a positive note and makes them feel comfortable and willing to put in the work. Present the informat Read more
Melissa
French, SAT II-French, Graduate Proficiency Exams, FSI exam
- $155 / h
- Alexandria , Virginia ( 22302 )
- 10 miles
Bonjour! My Ph.D. is in French. I have been teaching French for 26 years and have lived and studied in France and Québec. I tutor in the DC Metro Area and on Skype. I ran my own language school for 4 years, was the Foreign Language Department Head at the Field School for 3 years and have been doing private tutoring full time for the past 6 years. I have taught preschool, elementary school, middle school, high school & college so I know the academic expectations for every grade level. My yo... Read more
Laura
5 Stars - All sections of ACT, SAT, PSAT, SSAT, & ISEE & Alg1 and Geom
- $154 / h
- 230 ratings
- Chevy Chase , Maryland ( 20815 )
- 15 miles
I love that "light bulb moment†when a student understands a new concept, feels more confident and recognizes that goals are in reach. That’s what has kept me tutoring for over 20 years, and it’s the experience I strive to create for my students! I was a National Merit Finalist in high school. Seven years later, I had my own “light bulb moment†after a Princeton Review prep course. After brushing off my rusty math and formal logic skills, my GRE scores rose to the 99th percentile. In... Read more
Mark
Award-winning Prof // LSAT / Politics / History / Philosophy
- $150 / h
- 22 ratings
- Washington , District of Columbia ( 20002 )
- 20 miles
I'm a professor who teaches and writes about history, politics, and philosophy. I'm here to help you write better essays, study more effectively, and prepare for the GRE and LSAT. I have graduate degrees from Cambridge and UC Berkeley, and in my 10+ years of teaching I've won numerous awards for innovative teaching and impactful mentorship. My teaching style is highly personalized and focuses on helping you think more clearly and critically about your work. Contact me if you want to w... Read more
Fred
Anxiety-Reducing Test Prep Tutor, Berkeley Math Grad
- $150 / h
- Washington , District of Columbia ( 20011 )
- 10 miles
Hello! My name is Fred. I've been a teacher most of my life in several subjects, including mathematics, English, history, and music. I have three masters degrees, including from UC Berkeley (math) and University of Maryland (history and library science), and an Artist's Diploma from Berklee College of Music (I recognize how unusual it is to have degrees from such similar-named schools!). I've taught at the high school and college level, and at two different test prep centers, including at St... Read more
Rachel
English PhD Candidate Teaches Reading Comprehension and Writing
- $150 / h
- 61 ratings
- Washington , District of Columbia ( 20024 )
- 25 miles
I am an English Literature PhD candidate who specializes in teaching students of all ages and levels the value and practice of clear and persuasive writing. If you or your students work with me, we will focus on both small-scale issues like grammar, mechanics, and sentence structure, and on larger issues like crafting a strong thesis statement, developing paragraphs, and focusing your argument throughout your paper. More importantly, we will learn how those smaller details and larger concepts... Read more
Ellen
Ph.D. College Essay and Application Advisor
I specialize in assisting students with all stages of their college application process. I've worked as a writing tutor and editor for many years, including employment at my college writing center. Subsequently, I taught college students while earning a Ph.D. in U.S. History. Over the last five years, I have focused on the field of college admissions. In 2022-2023, I worked as a freshman admissions reader for a large public university, reviewing and rating hundreds of freshman college a... Read more