Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Virginia

...and needs. Dr. King was the first teacher in my career as a student who saw me not as a behavior problem, but a bored kid with a high IQ and a chaotic home life. Dr. King had my IQ tested, then set about making sure the school gave me useful and creative outlets. He turned my life around, keeping me from following in the footsteps of my two brothers. I don't know why it...

I'm a graduate of Notre Dame. I graduated with a Masters in Education. I was a special education teacher for over ten years but have worked in one capacity or another with children for over twenty years. I enjoy using props and games when teaching. I believe that learning should be fun. I have a passion for teaching reading. Outside of the classroom I enjoy spending time with my family, running, and reading.

I taught reading to students in grades K-5 for 43 years. My passion is helping students learn to love reading and become better readers. I am reading recovery trained and Orton Gillingham trained. I live in Virginia and just retired from teaching. I have many years of experience in tutoring students in reading.

...Adam and I have three children. With my children ages 9, 12, and 15, I experience a variety of developmental levels in my home every day. This helps me in the classroom to know where children are at in their comprehension so I can best meet their individual needs. As a teacher, I love to see a student work hard on a concept and celebrate with them as they reach their goals. I can't wait...

First let me say, I love education. It is a marvelous gift and I am excited to have the opportunity to share in your learning experience. No matter the challenge, together, we will find a way.

...spoken word artist. I hope to be able to help others enjoy Psychology and other subjects as much as I do. My sessions: I will help my students earn their best grades using methods that differ for each student. I like to approach each problem as creatively as I can to ensure that each student remembers the information long-term. Each session will be built around the needs of the pupil. Session goals will be discussed...

...me into an easily adaptable instructor. During my undergraduate education from Liberty University, I majored in International Relations and minored in history, providing me with the perfect background to then get my Masters of Arts in Teaching: Secondary Education (Social Studies track) from Liberty University as well. I have considered getting my doctorate, but I think I may stop here educationally. I have been able to start tutoring locally for homework help at the middle...

...a teacher for 15 years and have had great success helping my students achieve top scores on reading, writing, and social studies standardized tests. I really enjoy tutoring and most recently have enjoyed helping students prepare for ACT writing tests as well as college application and scholarship essays. I hold a master's degree in English Education from the University of Central Florida and am currently pursuing a master's degree in School Counseling at Liberty University.

...University with a Bachelor of Science in Special Education. I LOVE teaching and working with students! I find it extremely rewarding to help students achieve their goals, gain confidence, develop skills, and learn subjects in a new way. I have over 5 years of experience teaching in public school classrooms and over 10 years experience homeschooling my own 4 children (some with their own unique learning needs). I believe every child has the capacity to...

...Cheryl. I am a teacher of 34 years. I have a Master's degree in Elementary Education (K-8) and Special Education (K-12). I enjoy teaching Reading and history. It is rewarding to see children become engulfed in children's books. I believe that every child can learn to read. Learning to read can be a challenging, but fun experience for anyone who has the desire. I use videos and games to assist with student learning.

...in Interdisciplinary Studies from the College of William and Mary in Virginia. I also have a 120-hour TEFL certificate. I love learning. There is so much to know! Sharing my enthusiasm by helping someone get closer to an educational goal is awesome. Lately, I've been tutoring students who are learning English as a second language, immersion style. I would also enjoy sharing fun and engaging experiences with students of any age who are interested in...

...them tools to help them be as successful as possible is my biggest goal of being an educator. Teaching academics as well as real life skills is a huge factor as to why I decided to be an educator. I love working with students, engaging them in their learning, and showing them how to have positive roles in society. I have worked with students in first grade, second grade, third grade, and fifth grade. I...

My desire is to see students do their very best to succeed and reach his or her full potential academically. Each child has a different speed and style of learning and I desire work with parents and students to recognize how to best learn and flourish within theirs.

...to travel, try new restaurants and foods, or watch sports. Also, family is a very important part of my life and who I am today. One thing that has truly made me the person I am today is teaching and education. I first fell in love with teaching at the age of sixteen when I enrolled in a program called Teachers for Tomorrow. Like many sixteen-year-olds, I was trying to figure out what I wanted...

I am a current graduate student studying Biomedical Sciences, with a previous Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Biology. I have been working with students for several years and tutoring intermittently for the last 8 years. I have worked with a wide range of people and will be able to adapt as needed.

...I used to do it for free. In the past, I volunteered at a community college academic support center as a math and science tutor and would have been hired on a professional basis, had it not been for some age-related hiring restrictions. (They could only hire people 18+, and I was 17 at the time.) Through the college tutoring center I received professional training on the best methods to help students learn and attended...

...to enjoy learning through real life, hands-on, and visual examples. This includes even the nitty gritty of English, Literature, and Writing. As a previous journalism major, I also enjoy teaching and learning more about communication, history, and politics. My philosophy of education is to teach my students to love truth, beauty, and goodness, as it develops the desire to be a life-long learner. This will ultimately create meaningful connections and deeper understanding of the information,...

...the past 3.5 years. I have also taught both virtually and in the classroom. I enjoy teaching and tutoring all subjects, but History & English are my two favorite subjects. I always love helping students better understand history and improve their reading and writing skills. I strongly believe that educators have the opportunity to positively impact students' lives in countless ways, specifically through encouragement and support in multiple ways. My desire is to instill in...

...teacher in Virginia! I majored in elementary education at Liberty University and have extensive experience in 1st-5th grade classrooms, have coached a high school debate team, debated for 5 years, and served as the president of the LU chapter of council for exceptional children(a club primarily addressing special education gaps and finding ways to volunteer with a wide range of students with disabilities). I'm particularly interested in gifted education, especially in the area of double...

...of the University of Virginia with a background in Psychology and Education. I'm a fluent Native English speaker with strong communication skills. I have over 14 years of teaching experience. I have over five years of experience dealing with teenagers who have mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and ADHD. I've taken Advanced Placement exams, the SAT, GRE and, I've taught ESL courses to students who speak English as a second language. I'm a...