(323) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 20861
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Sharon
Retired TV journalist/professor teaches writing and government.
- $40 / h
- 52 ratings
- Silver Spring , Maryland ( 20901 )
- 10 miles
I have 20 years experience teaching graduate student/reporters in the Washington program of Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism how to cover national politics. I am a voracious reader of books, magazines, newspapers, web sites and just about any written format. Good writing tells a story with a beginning, middle and an end. The writer takes the reader on a journey. History covers more than dates and places. Social change occurs in context with events. I have 15 years ex... Read more
Grant
Experience High School and College Physics and Math Tutor
- $90 / h
- 96 ratings
- Silver Spring , Maryland ( 20901 )
- 20 miles
Hello, my name is Grant. I have received both bachelor's and a master's degrees in physics. I realized very early on during undergrad that I enjoyed not only learning but also teaching physics, so I sought out opportunities to teach throughout my education. Helping my peers figure out their homework turned into tutoring underclassmen and eventually applying for Learning Assistant and Teaching Assistant positions as I came across them. My university had a pedagogy (learning about learning) cou... Read more
Laurie
Experienced College and Career Counselor and ESOL/TOEFL Tutor
I have been tutoring elementary students from grades three through five since the beginning of this year. I have worked with them on prioritizing homework assignments and projects, test taking skills as well as reading comprehension and writing skills. I don't just ask them to do an assignment. I ask them about different ways to plan it and comp Read more
Alex
Experienced Tutor Specializing in Economics, Math, and Chinese
Hello! My name is Alex. I am a 2020 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, where I received a Bachelor of Science in Economics & Statistics and a minor in Chinese. I graduated with a 3.3 GPA and honors in global distinction for my success in studying Chinese, including at the prestigious National Taiwan University. Throughout my experience as a tutor, I have supported students of all ages in various subjects. For two years, I served as a mentor and tutor for Pittsburgh middle school an... Read more
Kevin
Successful Math Tutor -- Recently retired high school math teacher
- $60 / h
- 860 ratings
- Sandy Spring , Maryland ( 20860 )
- 40 miles
I have raised an autistic stepson from the age of 8 through his 21st year when he graduated high school. I am tutoring a middle school student who is diagnosed with Aspergers. I have taught students for the last 44 years, some of whom have been diagnosed with ADHD and Aspergers. Read more
Amy
Conquer the college essay with author, journalist and writing teacher
- $150 / h
- 1626 ratings
- Silver Spring , Maryland ( 20904 )
- 40 miles
I am an award-winning author, journalist and corporate communications consultant. Bylines include The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine and Village Voice Media - among 200-plus published articles. My consulting clients include the World Bank, World Vision International and George Washington University. Helping hundreds of clients with college essays, I've assessed and addressed the competitive marketplace, enabling compelling prose positioned for admission. With my support, college essa... Read more
Margaret
Ivy League Ph.D: English, Writing, Biology, Study Skills, Career Plans
- $55 / h
- 126 ratings
- Silver Spring , Maryland ( 20905 )
- 10 miles
Hello, My name is Margaret and I'd like to tell you a few things about me to help you decide if I am the right tutor for you. I hold a Ph.D.from Cornell University with a major in neurobiology, and minors in physiology and psychology. Postdoctoral studies included epidemiology and public health at several prominent Schools of Public Health. I graduated first in my undergraduate university class and received a B.A. (magna cum laude) in Biology with a minor in Chemistry, and was recognized for... Read more
Maran
Individualized Instruction Is the Key to Success
Upon graduation from the University of Rochester, I held a teaching license from the State of New York for grades K - 6. As part of that degree, I student taught in a fourth and a sixth grade classroom. Part of my teaching experience was in a public elementary school, and I worked with that age group in the supplementary school of which I was pri Read more
Stephan
Stephan G. - Meteorologist & Oceanographer / Tutor
I love helping people! Whether it's learning math, writing, reading, etc. or playing sports, I really enjoy seeing others succeed via my assistance. I try to relate to students in whatever they enjoy and in doing so, apply concepts to our like interests to work through difficult subjects as well as to help foster a good, professional relationship. I have tutored 100s of students in math, science, standardized testing, and English in the past and they have enjoyed resounding success and contin... Read more
Renee
Renee - Tutoring made fun and easy!!
- $40 / h
- 109 ratings
- Clarksville , Maryland ( 21029 )
- 10 miles
I received my undergraduate degrees in Urban Studies and Political Science from the University of Maryland, and my Masters Degree from the Johns Hopkins University. I have over ten years experience teaching K-8th grade students in a variety of settings including after school academic clubs, summer camp enrichment sessions, and private tutoring. These experiences have been in the areas of reading, including phonics and comprehension; mathematics; and science. Several of my clients are ADD/H... Read more