...I received a 5 on the AP tests in both English tests, AP US History, and AP European History through independent study. I have helped students improve on SAT exams, ASVAB, and in passing math tests at the elementary and high school levels. One student went from 28 percent in fourth-grade math at a private Christian school to 28 out of 30 on a placement test to continue to fifth-grade math. (read more)
...I bring this approach to my tutoring, doing whatever I can to make sure that learning is a fun and rewarding experience. Rather than focusing on memorization, I usually introduce the topic and concepts, and then focus on applying the information to novel scenarios, emphasizing critical and logic... (read more)
...I have a BA in English with a minor in Journalism. I have tutored students in English and Social studies for over ten years. I combine the ease of technology with practical old-school applications. (read more)
...I am certified by the State of Virginia in Chemistry, Physics, and Earth & Space Science. Although my classroom experience has been in the sciences, I am equally comfortable tutoring geometry and algebra, including SAT Prep. Students have told me that I am able to explain and illustrate difficult concepts in everyday terms. (read more)
...I have done extensive work with the VA English SOL test, both teaching 11th grade SOL as well as remediation for the 8th and 11th grade reading and writing SOL tests. Please contact me so I can use my knowledge and experience to help you succeed. I am known to my students, their friends and parents for my easy going, real personality. (read more)