VINT HILL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TUTOR DIRECTORY

Tutor Name: Allison Education: Doctoral Degree in Higher Education with a concentration in Linguistics from George Mason University; Bachelors in Elementary Education K-6 and Masters in Special Education K-12 from Longwood University Subjects: English Language Arts from Elementary through High School; Math from Elementary through Trigonometry; Earth Science, Biology, and Chemistry; US History, World History, Government, and Civics; ESL, Academic Coaching, and students with special needs; ACT/SAT Reading, English, Math & Science; SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Quantitative and Verbal Notes: Allison always had a book in her hand throughout her entire education. She has a passion for the English language and all of the intricacies that go along with it. She is a lifelong learner who went back to school in 2014 with a DA in Higher Education and a minor in English language learning. She spent 12 years at the elementary school level as a 3rd grade teacher and a 6th grade special education teacher. This is her first year as an instructional coach for Fairfax County Public Schools, supporting teachers across grade levels at a secondary school. She has tutored a variety of subjects and grade levels throughout her career, and she demonstrated her wide-ranging capabilities by conquering all of her VHES Intake Tests, including tests for Biology, Chemistry, and Math through Trigonometry. Outside of education, she enjoys spending time with her family, running relay, and walking her dog, Gary. Allison lives in Warrenton, VA, and she is available to tutor throughout the Northern Virginia area.

Tutor Name: Sue
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English from Youngstown State University; Masters in Information Management and Technology from George Washington University
Subjects: English, Reading, and Writing from Elementary through High School AP courses; College Application Essays; SAT/ACT Math, Science, English, Reading and Writing; SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Quantitative and Verbal; Elementary to High School Math through Algebra II; Biology and AP Biology; World History, US History, and Government, including AP level courses.
Notes: Sue loves the writing process. She majored in English in undergrad school, then went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Information Management. She put her English degree to good use in the IT industry for over 20 years, writing and evaluating everything from requirements documents to contract proposals. In 2008 she took a break from IT, volunteering and substitute teaching in schools in Maine, where she also taught grammar to students in grades 5-8. Sue later worked for the Princeton Review, instructing students on techniques and strategies for taking college prep exams. In addition to tutoring for Vint Hill Educational Services, Sue has also worked for a New England-based firm for the past 5 years, helping high school juniors and seniors with their writing for college applications. In her spare time, Sue enjoys hiking, yoga, and cooking. She lives in Warrenton, Virginia, and she is available to tutor in Fauquier and Prince William counties.

Tutor Name: Kathy
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Youngstown State University; Masters in Clinical Counseling from the University of La Verne
Subjects: Elementary to High School Math through Calculus; English, Reading, and Writing from Elementary through High School; SAT/ACT Math, Science, English, Reading and Writing; World History, US History, Civics, and Government; Chemistry and Physics; Special Needs and Academic Coaching
Notes: Kathy has been a teacher at heart since elementary school: she used her teachers' surplus worksheets to play at teaching all summer long. It’s only natural that she would eventually become a teacher of her favorite subject, math. But teaching was put on hold while she served in the US Army and worked in other business fields. When a friend mentioned there was a math position opening at her school, Kathy seized the opportunity. She started teaching 9th-grade math at a continuation high school in California, and after a few years, she was asked to help open a new middle school featuring 90-minute teaching blocks. As a member of her district’s award-winning Intensive Literacy Program, she taught students how to improve their reading comprehension and writing skills, and later she coached teachers on how to use Jane Schaffer Writing Strategies, Thinking Maps, and other innovative teaching tools. Kathy recently moved to Warrenton Virginia with her husband, Gerry, and her pet labrador, Gus, and she is excited to be part of the Vint Hill team. She is available to tutor in Fauquier County and neighboring Northern Virginia communities.

Tutor Name: Lauren Education: Master of Arts in Teaching from Christopher Newport University; Bachelor of Arts in English with Minors in Childhood Studies and Leadership Studies from Christopher Newport University Subjects: English Language Arts from Elementary through High School; SAT/ACT Reading, English, and Writing; SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Verbals; World History, U.S. History, Government, and Civics; Academic Coaching Notes: Lauren has loved Language Arts since she was in Elementary school. Ever since the third grade, she knew she would fulfill her dream of becoming a teacher. She spent her time in High School tutoring English, and she continued this passion at Christopher Newport University, serving as a writing consultant in the Writing Center. While in college, Lauren tutored at various public and private schools around Newport News. After graduating Magna Cum Laude, Lauren went on to complete her Master's in Teaching, and she was hired in early March of her final year by Gainesville Middle School in Prince William County. On top of being a 7th-grade Language Arts teacher, Lauren is a Cheerleading coach, runs an SOL prep course after school, and provides small group tutoring to 6th-grade students. She enjoys reading, oat milk lattes, running, rowing, and anything that allows her to be creative. She lives in Loudoun County VA and tutors from Ashburn to Gainesville.

Tutor Name: Patience
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Texas A&M University
Subjects: SSAT Math, SAT Math, ACT Math, ACT Science, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus
Notes: As an educator, Patience dedicates herself to making mathematics concepts accessible to students as they grow and work to achieve their academic goals. She has extensive experience that includes 7 years of teaching in the Wake County Public School System and 17 years of tutoring math in individual and group settings. Patience has taught at Athens Drive Magnet HS, holds a Mathematics 6-12 NC Teaching License, and can tutor all levels of math up through pre-calculus. As a cooperating teacher through the College of Education at NC State University, she mentored and coached student teachers in using effective instructional methods. Patience quickly identifies her students' strengths in mathematical thinking and helps them leverage these strengths as they engage with more complex content. Passionate about meeting each student's unique needs, Patience skillfully incorporates real-world examples and study skills strategies to aid students in understanding and mastering their course material. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, kickboxing, and spending time with her two children and three cats.

Tutor Name: Kevin
Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia State University
Subjects: ACT Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus
Notes: As an educator, Kevin has experience with all levels of math that includes 12 years of high school math teaching for the Richmond Public School System and 24 years of tutoring throughout the Richmond area. He can tutor all levels of math, pre-algebra up through Pre-Calculus. Kevin held a Mathematics teaching certificate in VA. He also teaches at Virginia Union University where he provides math instruction in the Upward Bound program to help students from underserved demographics. Kevin is a dynamic instructor and has helped countless students excel in math with his ability to adapt teaching methodology to individual student needs and increase aptitude. Outside of education, Kevin is a father, youth counselor, and Assistant Head Football Coach of the state champion Benedictine College Prep.

Tutor Name: Kenneth
Education: Master of Arts in Teaching from Coastal Carolina University; Bachelor of Arts in English from Coastal Carolina University
Subjects: ACT English, ACT Reading, SAT Writing/Language, SSAT Synonyms, English I, English II, English III, English IV, Essay Writing, Academic Coaching, Creative Writing
Notes: Kenneth is a first-rate educational and creative lead with over a decade of experience in teaching, curriculum development, ideation, and experience design for ages K-12. He has extensive experiences in teaching and tutoring English reading and writing for high school students. He has taught English I – English IV at Myrtle Beach High, has led educational STEM and cultural projects for Discovery Place Museums, and has taught and written chapters for books focused on academic skills during his tenure as an academic advisor at Coastal Carolina University. These topics include study skills, time management, budgeting, and making the best of your education. Kenneth is known for his ability to engage all audiences (regardless of age) and for teaching information in ways that stick. In his spare time, Kenneth loves to try new foods, visit museums, read, listen to music, and write picture books for young readers.

Tutor Name: Alissa Education: Master of Arts in English from Virginia Commonwealth University; Master of Arts in Education from University of Phoenix; Bachelor of Arts in English from Virginia Commonwealth University; Educational Leadership Endorsement, Post Graduate Certificate from Longwood University Subjects: Middle School through High School English, Writing, and Reading; US History, World History; Academic Coaching, Executive Functioning; SAT Reading, SAT Writing, ACT English, ACT Reading, SSAT Reading, SSAT Verbal Notes: Alissa holds a postgraduate license and is a state certified Virginia Department of Education teacher. She is endorsed for grades 7-12. He has taught at the following schools: Wilder Middle School, Fairfield Middle School, Hanover Academy, Academy for Life & Learning, Culpeper County High School, Bryant and Stratton College, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, and Warhill High School. She holds 19 years of instruction experience at both public and private education settings. She also holds 9 years of post-secondary experience as an adjunct instructor for American Literature, English Composition, and in her current position, Dual Enrollment for classes 111 & 112. She has experience in writing and developing curriculum that includes research process and higher-order thinking. Alissa is energetic, dynamic, and creative. She has strong communication, motivational, and organizational skills. She resides in the Henrico VA area with her husband and two children.

Tutor Name: Rochelle Education: Master of Arts in Special Education - General Curriculum K-12 from Liberty University Subjects: English, Reading, and Writing from Elementary to Middle School; Math from Elementary to Algebra I; World History, U.S. History, Government, and Civics; Earth and Physical Sciences; Special Needs experience, Lindamood-Bell. Notes: Rochelle started tutoring while in college, and she has thought about being a teacher ever since. First, though, she used her Mining Engineering degree to work in that field for five years. However, her love for teaching grew exponentially when she had children. She soon became a teaching assistant at Frost Middle School and at Haymarket Elementary School, and she knew she finally found her true calling. She started her Masters in Special Education while acting as a substitute teacher for Prince William County Public School; in the same year, she started teaching for the county as a classroom teacher, and as an after-school private and county tutor. She trained to employ many reading programs such as Spire and Lindamood-Bell, but her favorite subject to teach is Math, using programs such as TouchMath, Moving with Math, and again Lindamood-Bell. Individualized learning is her forte, which is the main reason she became a special education teacher and a full time one-on-one teacher for PWCS. Rochelle lives in Haymarket, VA and tutors from Marshall to Manassas, VA.

Tutor Name: Andrina (Andi)
Education: Master of Science in Accounting, Currently completing her Doctoral Degree in Developmental Education (Grambling State University)
Subjects: SAT, ACT, Academic Coaching, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Reading (Elementary to High School), English (Middle School)
Notes: Andi has spent most of her career in Academia/Education field in various positions. She has spent time as a college prep coach, student advisor, a recruiter, and an educator. She is well rounded. She has been tutoring/teaching for about ten years and has enjoyed every moment of it. She has experience with Special Education (gifted, behavioral, and non-gifted). She has developed and utilized strategies for effective test-taking, classroom instruction, and overall student learning. She believes that learning must be structured but also fun! In her spare time, she enjoys reading, karaoke (singing off-key), and outdoor activities like hiking and swimming.

Tutor Name: Kimmy Education: Master of Education in Special Education from North Carolina State University; Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and minor in Psychology from North Carolina State University Subjects: Academic Coaching, Executive Functioning Skills Notes: As an educator, Kimmy has a diverse array of experience that includes mentoring of Elementary, Middle, and College Students. She has taught in an Elementary School classroom, has worked one on one with individuals with a wide range of learning challenges, as well as currently teaches Special Education at the college level. She holds an Elementary Education NC Teaching License. She can tutor all levels of math, from Kindergarten through Pre-calculus and Statistics as well as reading, writing, and English (including phonics and the Science of Reading) for Kindergarten through 12th grade. She is certified in Reading Research to Classroom Practice. She can also tutor US History and Government up to the AP level and offer test prep for the SSAT. She has experience working with a variety of students including those with ADHD, Autism, and Emotional and Learning Disabilities. Her patience and willingness to try various strategies until finding the right one for each individual make her a strong educator and supporter for any child. In her spare time, she enjoys photography, crocheting, and playing with her two dogs in Apex NC.

Tutor Name: Caleb Education: Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from West Virginia University; Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from West Virginia University Subjects: MS English, HS English, MS Reading, HS Reading, MS Writing, HS Writing, Elem Writing, World History, US History, K-7 Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, AP Calculus, Academic Coaching, Earth Science, Geosystems, Chemistry, Physics, AP Physics, SAT Math, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, ACT Math, ACT English, ACT Reading, ACT Science, SSAT Math, SSAT Reading, SSAT Verbal Notes: Caleb believes that college is an amazing time of life. Grades and test scores are the launch pad for financial aid, college entry, and early life experiences. A merit-based state scholarship paid for Caleb's undergraduate degree allowing him to focus on extracurricular opportunities like studying abroad in Mexico, interning at NASA Ames, and competing in robotics competitions- just to name a few cool things he experienced! Since college, Caleb has enjoyed flying in cessnas, traveling the US, cross country running, soccer, and reading (mainly investment books). To quote Dr Fineman and Einstein, "if you can't explain something simply, you don't understand it well enough."

Tutor Name: Dana Education: Temple University, Honors College School of Theater, Film, and Media Arts - Bachelor of Arts in Theater and Acting, with a Minor in Mathematics Subjects: SSAT Math, SSAT Reading, SSAT Verbal, ISEE Math, ISEE Reading, ISEE Verbal, HSPT Math, HSPT Language, HSPT Reading, HSPT Verbal, SAT Math, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, ACT Math, ACT Reading, ACT English, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Statistics, K-12 English, Reading, and Writing Notes: While attending Temple University, Dana was a President's Scholar and received full tuition under the President's Scholarship. She was on the Dean's List for four semesters. She was a camp counselor for 6 years at Windmill Day School Camp. Dana was a director for the educational programs and for the camp musical. She was responsible for 300 children. She worked at Chegg Tutors for 4 years working with K-12 students. She tutored for English, reading, writing, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, economics, and music. Dana was the head instructor at Moonlit Wings Productions for 5 years. She instructed groups of 30+ students for acting, voice, improvisation, and movement. Dana created lesson plans, staged and choreographed productions, coordinated with parents and venues, and managed other instructors. Currently, Dana is a consultant, mentor, and clinician for Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes. In this role, Dana is an educational instructor, evaluator, mentor, and consultant for highly specialized and research validated reading and comprehension programs based in sensory-cognitive processing with one-to-one instruction. Also she provides curriculum planning and instruction for Lindamood-Bell’s private school. Student ages range from 5-year-olds up to adults. Duties include program management, designing lesson plans, behavior management, reporting progress to parents and schools, and training other staff. She does specialize in students with severe diagnoses and IEPs.

Tutor Name: Terry Education: Master of Science General Engineering, University of Illinois; MBA, University of Louisville Subjects: SAT Math, SAT Reading, SAT Writing & Language, ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT Reading, ACT English, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Trigonometry, Calculus, History, Physics, English, Biology, Chemistry Notes: Terry is very strong in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) classes, but also has an appreciation for literature and reading. Nearing his retirement years, Terry is a practicing engineer who mentors engineering students at University of North Carolina in Charlotte. Terry also has an extensive history of teaching as an adjunct instructor and tutor, and is able to explain difficult concepts in a way that can be easily understood. Terry overcame a financially challenged background, feels blessed to have acquired a fine education, and enjoys helping young people make the most of their academic opportunities. In his spare time, Terry enjoys reading, spending time with family, and catching up on his "Honey Do" list.

Tutor Name: Curtis Education: Bachelor of Science in Physics from Virginia Tech Subjects: Elementary to High School Math through Calculus; English, Reading, and Writing from Elementary through High School; SAT/ACT Math, Science, English, Reading and Writing; SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Quantitative and Verbal; Chemistry, Chemistry AP, Physics, Physics AP Notes: Curtis has loved math and science his entire life. He went to Virginia Tech as an Aerospace Engineering major, but he eventually switched to a Physics major. He has taken numerous high-level math and science classes during his time at Virginia Tech, from Calculus to Quantum Mechanics. He also worked as a research assistant to a radio astronomer, studying the hydrogen content of specific galaxies. While enrolled in college, he did summer tutoring for the SAT and ACT, as well as tutoring for advanced math and science courses. He enjoys playing basketball, watching movies, and listening to music. Curtis lives in Haymarket VA, and he is available to tutor there and in surrounding Northern Virginia communities.

Tutor Name: Michele
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English from Kenyon College, Master of Arts in the Humanities from the University of Chicago, Doctor of Philosophy in English and Comparative Literature from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Subjects: MS, HS, and AP English, Reading, and Writing, English SSAT, Reading and writing SAT, ACT, and SSAT, World History, Biology
Notes: As an educator, Michele has been teaching courses in English literature and Composition at UNC at Chapel Hill for about the last decade. She has worked with students of varying backgrounds, of different ages, and with different learning goals. She has tutored high school students and student athletes at UNC in English, taught poetry to adults out of school, and worked with a Jane Austen Summer Program at UNC for years. She particularly enjoys thinking through the insights of history, using literature to examine how we live, and working through the nuts and bolts of writing with students. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, jogging, doing yoga, and of course reading anything and everything that comes her way.

Tutor Name: Delaney Education: Master of Science in Mathematics from North Carolina State University; Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Summa Cum Laude, from North Carolina State University Subjects: Academic Coaching, SSAT Math, SAT Math, ACT Math, K-7 Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I/II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus Notes: Delaney is currently enrolled in a MS program at NCSU. She has been a student mentor at a local school for 30+ students. She helped create specific learning plans and worked to keep the students on track with assignments. For 3 years she worked at MusicWorks! with the Asheville Symphonettes where she worked with 40+ students and local elementary schools. She has worked a Learning Hour in Raleigh with students in grade K-12. Delaney worked for 2 years in the Tutoring Center at Asheville-Buncombe Community College. She helped students with math and science assignments, studying, reviewing homework, and providing feedback. She also oversaw tests, quizzes, and assignments for students with specific accommodations. While attending NCSU, Delaney was a RA for Residential Life and worked to foster the development of relationships among residents. She is currently the Graduate School Residence Life Director at NCSU where she is responsible for 350+ graduate school students and a staff of 15 student staff members. Delaney graduated with her BS degree from NCSU with a 3.958 GPA. She currently has a 3.959 GPA as a graduate student.

Tutor Name: Madeleine Education: Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from Roanoke College; currently pursuing a Masters in Special Education from George Mason University Subjects: SAT Reading, SAT Writing, ACT Reading, ACT English, ACT Science, Earth Science, Biology, Elementary Math, Elementary and Middle School English and Writing, Elementary to High School Reading, ESL, German, Government, Civics, and Academic Coaching Notes: Madeleine began her tutoring career at Roanoke College, where she became an academic coach in their retention program and was later promoted to Head Coach, working primarily with students who were struggling with skills such as reading textbooks, taking effective notes, and using proper studying methods. In her senior year, she developed a passion for tutoring ESL students while volunteering with the Roanoke Refugee Partnership. After graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, with minors in German, American Politics, and Elementary Education, she decided to work towards her Master’s in Special Education, because she would like to pursue a career helping students with learning disabilities. Madeleine spends her free time hiking and doing crosswords. She lives in Oakton, VA, and she is available to tutor in Northern Virginia communities outside of Washington, D.C.

Tutor Name: Rochelle Education: Master of Arts in Special Education - General Curriculum K-12 from Liberty University Subjects: English, Reading, and Writing from Elementary to Middle School; Math from Elementary to Algebra I; World History, U.S. History, Government, and Civics; Earth and Physical Sciences; Special Needs experience. Notes: Rochelle started tutoring while in college, and she has thought about being a teacher ever since. First, though, she used her Mining Engineering degree to work in that field for five years. However, her love for teaching grew exponentially when she had children. She soon became a teaching assistant at Frost Middle School and at Haymarket Elementary School, and she knew she finally found her true calling. She started her Masters in Special Education while acting as a substitute teacher for Prince William County Public School; in the same year, she started teaching for the county as a classroom teacher, and as an after-school private and county tutor. She trained to employ many reading programs such as Spire and Lindamood-Bell, but her favorite subject to teach is Math, using programs such as TouchMath, Moving with Math, and again Lindamood-Bell. Individualized learning is her forte, which is the main reason she became a special education teacher and a full time one-on-one teacher for PWCS. Rochelle lives in Haymarket, VA and tutors from Marshall to Manassas, VA.

Tutor Name: Melika Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Senman University; Doctor of Philosophy Candidate in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Illinois Chicago, with additional Mechanical Engineering credits from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Subjects: SAT/ACT Math, SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Math, Elementary to High School Math through BC Calculus, Physics and AP Physics Notes: The only classes Melika loved in high school were math and physics—and even now, after more than eight additional years of schooling at colleges and universities, she says that she still loves math and physics the most! Melika began tutoring by helping her university friends, then earned a Teaching Assistant role for a Thermodynamics course in the fourth year of her undergraduate studies. After starting her Ph.D. program in Biomedical Engineering, she combined a Teaching Assistant position with guided Research to give herself a full-time job at the University of Illinois Chicago, but she enjoys math and physics so much that she added to that workload by becoming a tutor for VHES, seeking to pass along her passion for her favorite subjects to a new generation of students. Currently, she is in the 4th year of her Ph.D. program, and she will be graduating in May of 2023. She said, “I would love to teach math and physics while writing my thesis--and have a fun time doing it!” Melika lives in Herndon, VA, and she is available to tutor in the Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington D.C., ranging from Fairfax and Falls Church to Gainesville and Haymarket.

Tutor Name: Eli Education: Bachelor of Arts in English, Creative Writing Concentration from The University of Mary Washington; Master of Arts in Secondary Education, English Endorsement from The University of Mary Washington Subjects: English, Reading, and Writing from Elementary to High School AP Level; SAT/ACT English, Reading and Writing; SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Verbals; ESL; College Application Essays Notes: Eli has been a reader and writer since elementary school and decided to focus on both English and education when he was in high school. He began writing poems and stories in junior year, the same year he joined a club through which he mentored a struggling Kindergarten boy at the nearby elementary school. These two developments quickly grew into serious considerations for a career, and six years later he taught his first High School English classes. Throughout his five years of college, Eli spent time studying and practicing multiple genres of creative writing, as well as reading and discussing diverse literature that spanned many centuries and continents. He also served as a writing tutor at the University of Mary Washington Writing Center, meeting with students of all majors one-on-one to read their papers and discuss strengths and improvements. In his teaching job now, Eli enjoys getting students to think about how they can use and work with language in all kinds of situations for their own betterment. Recently married, Eli lives with his wife and their dog in Sterling VA, and he is available to tutor in Northern Virginia from Purcellville to McLean VA.

Tutor Name: Bert Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University; Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School Subjects: English Reading and Writing from Elementary through High School; U.S. History, Government, and Civics; Physics; Math from Kindergarten to Calculus; SAT/ACT Math, Science, and Verbals; Academic and Special Needs Coaching. Notes: Bert is the son of two educators. He loved math, science, history, and English in High School, and he majored in Electrical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon. After working for two years as an engineer, he switched his focus to business, graduating from Harvard Business School, then spending more than 30 years working in high tech marketing and training, most of it in Silicon Valley. Although he is still an active consultant on strategy and marketing for both early-stage and mature companies, after moving to Virginia Bert finally felt the call of his family history, and he now also tutors and coaches chess in local before-and-after-school programs. He loves reading, chess, and Pittsburgh sports teams. Bert lives in Oakton, VA, and he tutors primarily in Fairfax County.

Tutor Name: Terri Education: Master's work in Literature at George Mason University along with completed work with the Writer's Project, Bachelor's of Arts in Secondary English Education from Shepherd University. Subjects: SAT Reading, SAT Writing, SSAT Reading, SSAT Verbal, ACT Reading, ACT English, ISEE Reading, ISEE Verbal, HSPT Reading, HSPT Language, HSPT Verbal, K-6 Reading, K-6 Writing, MS Reading, MS Writing, HS English, Essay Writing, College Writing Notes: Terri has taught English/Language Arts for both middle and high school students for 25 years. She is very passionate about both reading and writing and enjoys sharing her love of language with students. She has taught theatre, ELA, career investigations, and journalism. She helped develop a student led news program along with writing the first county curriculum for theatre. She has experience teaching Classical Education which included intense studies in Shakespeare, Latin, and philosophy. She has enjoyed working with students in public schools, private schools, homeschooled students and those in college. She believes in the importance of helping students develop critical thinking skills through questioning techniques. It is very important for her to develop a strong connection with her students and meet them where they are to enable their growth. She also writes for a local newspaper, teaches yoga, and enjoys road trips with her English Bulldog. Terri resides in Warrenton VA.

Tutor Name: Cassidy Education: Master of Arts in English Language Learning from Western Governors University; Bachelor of Science in Elementary/Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University Subjects: Math (K-6), Reading (all levels), Writing (all levels), English (all levels), SSAT Reading, SSAT Writing and Language, SAT Reading, SAT Writing and Language, ACT Reading, ACT Writing, ACT English, ESL, Academic Coaching, Special Needs Notes: Cassidy has taught in Lancaster County School District for 3 years and has experience tutoring college students. She holds a SC Teaching License and is certified in preK-6th grade all subjects and preK-12th grade English as a Second Language. As a current educator, she has extensive experience with students that have IEPs, 504 plans, ADHD, dyslexia, other learning disabilities, and social/emotional challenges. Cassidy helps her students excel in reading, writing, and math by personalizing instruction to fit what each student needs. When she is not teaching or tutoring, she enjoys reading and spending time with her 4-month-old.

Tutor Name: Amelia Education: Master of Science in Microbiology and Immunology from Georgetown University; Bachelor of Science in Biology from Kennesaw State University Subjects: K-12 Reading, K-12 English, K-3 Math, 4-6 Math, 7th Grade Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, SSAT Math, ISEE Math, HSPT Math, Biology, AP Biology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry Notes: Amelia has always been passionate about teaching, as she loves to help others understand complex topics and advance in their education. Her passion for school, particularly with math and science, lead her to have a busy life, completing undergraduate in two years and a masters in one. During this time Amelia also tutored college students in both lecture and laboratory settings, volunteered at a community clinic, and volunteered at an animal rescue where she fell in love with too many kittens. She currently works on vaccine development and antibody isolation for viruses, but wants to continue to teach, hoping to inspire the next generation of scientists and nerds. Amelia is a crocheter, Lego builder, and a huge fan of sudoku (and oatmeal raisin cookies). Amelia lives in Bethesda MD, and also tutors in nearby areas such as Washington DC and Northern VA.

Tutor Name: Robert Education: Ph.D. and M.A. in English Literature from University of Wisconsin-Madison, with an emphasis in British and American poetry and a minor in Composition Studies; B.A. in English from the University of Minnesota-Morris. Subjects: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Composition; World, British and American Poetry; African Novels; African-American Literature; Asian-American Literature; Essay Writing and Editing; ACT English, ACT Reading, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, HSPT Reading, HSPT Verbal, HSPT Language, SSAT Reading, SSAT Verbal, ISEE Reading, ISEE Verbal Notes: A retired English professor, Robert began teaching in 1981, when he first left his native Minnesota for South Korea in order to teach English as a Foreign Language to students at Chonnam National University. He returned to the U.S. to pursue graduate study at the University of Wisconsin, where he worked as a tutor in the UW Writing Center helping individual students improve their writing ability. After completing the work for his doctorate, he spent three years at Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio, then moved to Mary Baldwin College in Staunton, Virginia. In both places he taught writing every semester and spent many hours working with individual students on their writing and analysis. He also taught an Inquiry in the Humanities course for the Mary Baldwin MAT program. After spending a year on a Fulbright at Jeonbuk National University in Jeonju, South Korea, he took early retirement from Mary Baldwin. He also wrote a textbook on American popular culture and a scholarly study of Korean American poetry, as well as edited several volumes of human rights essays and an oral history of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. He has evaluated essays for both Advanced Placement and the International Baccalaureate. He and his wife recently relocated to the Richmond area, where their daughter lives with her husband, three dogs, two cats, and four chickens. Robert likes babysitting that menagerie, riding his bicycle, volunteering at his church, reading literature and American history, dining at local restaurants, cooking at home, and watching movies. He is a committed fan of the Minnesota Twins and Vikings, and his greatest sporting hope is that the Vikings can win a Super Bowl in his lifetime. His greatest joy in life is his family.

Tutor Name: Alvin Education: Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Virginia Subjects: SAT Reading and Writing; ACT Reading and English; English, Reading, and Writing from Elementary through AP Level; US History, World History, and Government through AP Level Notes: Alvin’s favorite subjects in High School were English, Government, and most of all, History, and he went on to study politics before switching to English as his major while at the University of Virginia. Since graduation, he has worked in sales and marketing, most recently for a solar company. He says that he’s excited about joining the VHES team of tutors and exploring his passion for teaching. He has always enjoyed teaching family and friends about the subjects he enjoys most, which are still English, Government, and History. In his free time, his favorite things are reading, writing, debating, taking walks, tutoring his younger siblings, and spending quality time with close friends and family. Alvin lives in Dale City, Virginia, and he is available to tutor along the I-95 corridor from Stafford to Springfield VA, as well as north and west in Northern Virginia over to Manassas.

Tutor Name: Terry Education: Master of Science General Engineering, University of Illinois; MBA, University of Louisville Subjects: SAT Math, SAT Reading, SAT Writing & Language, ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT Reading, ACT English, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Trigonometry, Calculus, History, Physics, English, Biology, Chemistry Notes: Terry is very strong in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) classes, but also has an appreciation for literature and reading. Nearing his retirement years, Terry is a practicing engineer who mentors engineering students at University of North Carolina in Charlotte. Terry also has an extensive history of teaching as an adjunct instructor and tutor, and is able to explain difficult concepts in a way that can be easily understood. Terry overcame a financially challenged background, feels blessed to have acquired a fine education, and enjoys helping young people make the most of their academic opportunities. In his spare time, Terry enjoys reading, spending time with family, and catching up on his "Honey Do" list. Terry resides in Huntersville NC and can tutor throughout the Charlotte NC area.

Tutor Name: Shannon Education: Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, cum laude, Saint Leo University Subjects: SSAT Math, SSAT Reading, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, SAT Math, ACT Math, ACT Reading, ACT Writing, ACT Science, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Trigonometry, Biology Notes: As an educator, Shannon was a lead math teacher for the 7th and 8th grade. She has also taught social-emotional education classes for students. After college, she spent time tutoring students for the GRE exam for graduate school. Shannon is able to tutor all levels of math, up to calculus, biology, test prep, reading and writing. She has extensive experience in behavioral coaching as well. Before becoming an educator, Shannon was an Activity Therapist for an acute mental health crisis facility where she led group sessions and taught psychoeducational classes. Here, she received her NAPPI certification, which involves verbal de-escalation with a focus on anxiety. During her time as an educator at The Expedition School, she also was a member of the Autism team and worked closely with the EC team to develop educational plans and modifications for students. She is enthusiastic about learning and able to adapt to any learning style. As for her personal time, Shannon enjoys spending it with her three children, her husband and her dog. Her favorite pastimes involve the outdoors, especially the beach. She enjoys anything creative and believes in being solution-based and positive about challenges. Shannon is available for in-person tutoring in the Durham NC, Cary NC, and Raleigh NC areas.

Tutor Name: Taylor Education: Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University; Bachelor of Science in Biomedical and Health Science Engineering from UNC Chapel Hill Subjects: SSAT Math , SAT Math, ACT Math, ACT Science, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Trigonometry, Calculus AB Notes: As a tutor, Taylor has extensive experience including several years of individual math and science tutoring. He can tutor all levels of math, Pre-Algebra through Calculus AB, as well as standardized test prep. He also taught at C2 Education in which he frequently assessed new students and helped develop more extensive lesson plans. His STEM background helps with simplifying complex content to any student and gauging student's weaknesses. In his spare time, he enjoys biking, yoga, complex puzzles, and playing with his two cats. Taylor is available for in-person tutoring in the Raleigh NC area along with virtual sessions.

Tutor Name: Tan Education: Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Finance from American University; Master of Science in Applied Statistics from the California State University/Long Beach Subjects: SAT and ACT Math and Science; Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Statistics Notes: Tan grew up in Bethesda, MD, but he lived in Los Angeles, CA for most of his adult life. He earned his Master’s Degree in Statistics and started his tutoring and teaching in 2018. Tan’s background is in finance, and he still dabbles in options trading, but he finds tutoring more fulfilling because, he says, it creates much more value for society. Tan has extensive experience tutoring and teaching AP statistics, and most of his students achieve 4’s or 5’s on their AP exams. But he says that he enjoys tutoring all levels of math, from Algebra through Calculus. He also enjoys staying fit, and he is a big fan of mixed martial arts. He currently resides in downtown Washington DC, and he is available to tutor within the city, as well as in some of the surrounding counties and suburbs in Northern Virginia.

Tutor Name: Denise Education: Bachelor of Science in Computational Mathematics from Northern Michigan University; Master of Education from Campbell University Subjects: ACT/SAT Math, Science, and Verbal; SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Math and Verbal; Elementary through High School Reading and Phonics; Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II; Academic Coaching Notes: Denise simply likes to help those who struggle. Her easy-going personality and relaxed demeanor put those she works with at ease. She was a developmental math instructor for both Laurel Ridge Community College and Northern Virginia Community College for 10 years, where she successfully helped many students find confidence in themselves and grasp the mathematical knowledge-base they needed to succeed. Upon joining VHES, Denise proved her expertise in verbal areas as well by scoring 100% on both the Verbal and the Math Tutor Tests for the SAT. Fauquier County is her home, and Denise is available to work with students in Warrenton and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Tracy Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Minor in Chemistry from Virginia Tech Subjects: SAT/ACT Math and Science; Biology and Chemistry; Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus Notes: While at Virginia Tech, Tracy tutored local high school and middle school students in various math and science subjects. She was also an instructor at a tutoring camp during the summers and oversaw classes up to 30 students. While joining VHES, Tracy demonstrated her math and science mastery by acing all of her tutor tests. She currently works as a medical assistant at the Inova hospital and hopes to be a physician assistant. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and weightlifting. Tracy lives in Vienna and is available to work with students in Fairfax County and surrounding urban and suburban locations: McLean, Oakton, Great Falls, Fairfax, Falls Church, Arlington, and others.

Tutor Name: Bob Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York; Master's Degree in Special Education from Boston University Subjects: SAT/ACT Reading, Writing, and English; SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Verbal; English Language Arts from Elementary through High School; Math from Elementary through Algebra I; US History; Academic Coaching Notes: Bob is a retired public high school teacher with over forty years of experience, ranging from Massachusetts, Maine, and Texas to his final position at Edison High School in Alexandria. His expertise as an educator is focused on making the scholastic curricula of mainstream classes accessible to students who find it challenging to successfully engage with their academic demands. Through his patience, support, and break-up of content into manageable increments, Bob has been effective in guiding students towards a recognition of what scholastic success requires, the assumption of helpful strategies, and the importance of follow-through. He has been able to assist them in thoughtfully addressing their scholastic efforts and optimizing their academic achievements, working more productively towards satisfying and even exceeding course requirements—and, ultimately, towards meeting their own personal goals. Throughout his long career in education, Bob has tutored a wide variety of students, including his own children and grandchildren, not only further informing his instructional capabilities, but also helping him appreciate the fact that students may respond quite differently to even well-intentioned and competent assistance, and that this individuality needs to be respected. Bob lives in Gainesville with his wife Kate, and he is available to tutor from Manassas over to Haymarket and down into the Warrenton area.

Tutor Name: Tanner Education: Bachelor of Arts in International Relations with a Minor in Spanish from Roanoke College Subjects: Spanish I, II, III, and IV; US History and World History Notes: Tanner has always been interested in History, and he grew up going to the many different Civil War battlefields the Northern Virginia area has to offer. In high school, he discovered a second deep interest, Spanish, which only grew in intensity while he attended college, where he found that a Spanish minor would be perfectly paired with a BA in International Relations. He hopes, eventually, to use that pairing to promote U.S. relations with nations in the Latin and South American regions. In the meantime, he has moved back to his hometown of Warrenton, Virginia, and he is eager to pass along his passion for his two favorite topics to a new generation of students. Tanner is available to tutor in Fauquier County and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Sean Education: Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies with a Minor in Biology from Shenandoah University Subjects: Earth Science, Biology, Astronomy Notes: An avid naturalist, Sean has worked as a Field Biologist with experiences that range from surveying and navigating the Redwoods and other distinctive regions of the Pacific Northwest to exploring the primeval seeps, ponds, and fields of Appalachia. Recently, he has specialized in Apiary management and Queen Bee rearing at Woodsedge Farm & Apiary in Viewtown, VA. Both of Sean’s parents were involved with different satellite programs and launches, which helped foster his lifelong interest in science and the stars, and during his career he has taught both Astronomy and Earth Science at Fauquier County High School in Warrenton, VA. He is also adept with computers, and he has worked as a computer systems administrator, with a thorough working knowledge of both Linux and MS Windows, but he decided desk work in an office is not for him. He now says, with conviction, that “I am an ecologist at heart.” Sean is available to tutor in Rappahannock, Culpeper, and Fauquier counties.

Tutor Name: Sandra Education: Master of Arts in Educational Administration from California State University, San Bernardino; Bachelor of Arts in History from University of California, Riverside Subjects: SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Verbal Test Prep; Elementary and Middle School English Language Arts; Elementary and Middle School Math through Pre-Algebra; US History, World History, Government, and Civics; Spanish and ESL; Academic Coaching Notes: Sandra is a second-generation educator who was born and raised in Southern California. She says she received her "calling" to her life's purpose when she was a freshman in high school, but her love for History truly began when she was just a little girl, sitting and listening to family stories. To heed her calling, Sandra began as a teacher's assistant for the Science and Foreign Language Departments at her local high school, added experience as an AVID tutor while at Grossmont Community College, and became the University Mentor for the Early Academic Outreach Program while at UC Riverside. She blossomed into a full-fledged teacher for the Hemet Unified School District, where she taught students ranging from Kindergarten through Middle School, and currently, she is the ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) teacher for the Math Department at Holmes Middle School in Fairfax County Public Schools. Now that she’s resettled in Northern Virginia, she says that she loves to share her passion for food and entertainment with nearby family and friends. Sandra lives in the Fairfax area, and she is available to tutor students from Fairfax, Loudon, Prince William, Fauquier, and Manassas counties.

Tutor Name: Nia Education: Specialist in Education in Learning, Leadership and Organization Development from the University of Georgia, Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction from Xavier University of Louisiana and Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Xavier University of Louisiana Subjects: General HS Math, ACT Math, SSAT Math, and SAT Math Notes: Over the last 10 years, Nia has become an experienced mathematics tutor. She has worked as private tutor, assisting students in all areas of mathematics, from elementary to collegiate level mathematics. Throughout her years of experience, she has worked as a tutor in Clarke County and Oconee County School Districts in Georgia, Xavier Univeristy of Louisiana Math Resource Center and Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina. Nia has also gained classroom experience as a high school mathematics teacher in New Orleans, Louisiana for 2 years. Additionally, she has taught math in Adult Basic Education programs at local community colleges and within specific community education programs. Nia is passionate about helping students achieve their goals, while concurrently helping them master the language of mathematics. When not tutoring, Nia can be found swimming with her swim team, traveling, reading and trying new restaurants.

Tutor Name: Greg Education: Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a Minor in Mathematics from Ohio University Subjects: SSAT Math, SAT Math, ACT Math, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Trigonometry, Calculus, Statistics Notes: Greg has tutored mathematics from pre-algebra through calculus since 2002 both privately and for Greenville (SC) Technical College (2002 – 2004, 2009) Franklin University (2011), Columbus (OH) State Community College (2013 - 2016), Louisiana Delta Community College (2016 -2018), Spartanburg Community College (2022), and Johnson and Wales University (2021 – present). He scored well into the upper quartile on both the Praxis 5161 Mathematics Content Examination (2018) and the Pearson OAE-27 Mathematics Content Examination (2016). His teaching experience includes two years of preparing Louisiana Delta Community College adult education students for the mathematics portion of the HiSET (2016-2018), teaching Algebra II at Berea High School (Greenville, SC, 2018=2019), and conducting supplemental instruction sessions for Survey of College Mathematics students at Johnson and Wales University while serving as its PBI Program Coordinator. Additionally, Greg developed non-linear predictive models as a COVID-19 Epidemiological Statistical and Research Analyst for the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (2020 – 2022). Greg resides in the South Charlotte area can serves areas such as Tega Cay, Indian Land, Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville, Marvin, and Rock Hill.

Tutor Name: Daood Education: Master of Science in Physiology & Biophysics from Georgetown University; Bachelor of Science in Chemistry & Biochemistry from Virginia Commonwealth University Subjects: Elementary, Middle & High School Writing, K-8th Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Biology, AP Biology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, AP Physics, SSAT, SAT & ACT, Academic Coaching Notes: Daood is experienced in tutoring subjects such as Math, Science, and English. He has been tutoring for 2-3 years now and has worked with students of ages ranging from 5 to 65. He went to Virginia Commonwealth University for his Bachelors of Science in Chemistry and then Georgetown for Masters of Science in Physiology and Biophysics. He also volunteers as a class aide for an adult English-learning school once a week. He wants to go to medical school in the future and become a Neurosurgeon. In his free time, he likes to exercise, hike, take care of his garden and lawn. Daood resides in Manassas VA. He serves the Northern VA area and can tutor from Falls Church VA down to Warrenton VA.

Tutor Name: Katherine Education: Bachelor of Science in General Sciences from Fordham University Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, SAT Math, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, ACT English, ACT Reading, ACT Science, ACT Math, HSPT Math, HSPT Reading, HSPT Verbal, HSPT Language, ISEE Math, ISEE Reading, ISEE Verbal, Academic Coaching Notes: While attending Fordham University, Katherine worked as a resident assistant and she was also a member of the student government on campus. She also worked in the IT department as a student technician. Katherine tutored Geometry, Trigonometry, College Algebra, and Chemistry while attending Fordham. She helped students achieve scores of 87%+ in their areas of studying. She also coached students on how to study, stay organized, and improve grades. Katherine has planned and executed educational strategies for students. She is personable, friendly, and outgoing. Katherine lives in Washington DC and serves nearby areas that are inside the beltway.

Tutor Name: Jennifer Education: Bachelor of Arts in English with Minor in Government from the University of Virginia Subjects: SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Verbal, SAT/ACT Verbal, Middle School and High School English, World History, Civics, AP Government, and French Notes: Jennifer is passionate about making big concepts easy to understand, helping students better express their ideas, and being attuned to personality when determining teaching style. She has served as a volunteer tutor with ReEstablish Richmond, and as a substitute teacher with Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School and Chesterfield County Public Schools. Her recent work with the VCU School of Education’s VTSS project — which trains Virginia public schools’ teachers and administrators in data-informed interventions — gave her a unique depth of understanding regarding current students’ experiences and needs. Jennifer is also a freelance writer and editor who gets to occasionally review indie books (to her bibliophile heart’s delight). An avid hiker and traveler, and a former student-athlete (track and field), she still loves running and any opportunity to be outdoors. Jennifer is available to tutor in Richmond, VA and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Mitchell Education: Bachelor's in English and Secondary Education from UNC Charlotte Subjects: SAT Reading, SAT Writing, ACT English, ACT Reading, SSAT Verbal, SSAT Reading, Biology, K-12 English, Reading, Writing, Notes: Mitch is currently a teacher for Rock Hill County Schools with over 7 years of tutoring experience. Originally from eastern North Carolina, Mitch graduated from UNC Charlotte with a Bachelor’s in English and Secondary Education under the esteemed NC Teaching Fellows program. During his undergraduate studies, he was a Writing Consultant for UNC Charlotte's Writing Resource Center for 3 years. Immediately after college, Mitch taught Middle Grades Science at his alma mater for 2 years. Afterwards, he returned back to Charlotte and taught English I and English III for Cabarrus County Schools for 2 years. During this time, Mitch was an afterschool Lead SAT/ACT Writing & Reading instructor. In his spare time, you can find Mitch writing poetry, spending time with friends and family, cooking, or even playing virtual reality! Mitch resides in Fort Mill SC.

Tutor Name: Kathy Education: Master of Business Administration from Arizona State University: Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from Western Washington University Subjects: SAT Math, ACT Math & Science, SSAT Math & Verbal, ISEE Math & Verbal, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Reading, Writing, and Academic Coaching Notes: Before life in academics, Kathy held positions in Market Research and Public Affairs and frequently changed jobs because her husband was an active duty member of the Air Force for 23 years. In fact, during that time she lived in every regional area of the United States and moved about every 3 years, so flexibility and resilience became two of her strongest attributes. Once she focused on academics, Kathy became a certified tutor in the AVID program through Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). For a total of 6 years she worked with small groups of middle and high school students in the classroom on any subject they were taking. Kathy has also been an Instructional Assistant in Cat A Special Education for a total of 9 years; 2 of those in elementary school in Lexington, MA, and 7 years in high school with FCPS. She can tutor any level of math up to Trigonometry, and has supported students in World History I & II, English, Geosystems, Environmental Science, and Biology. In her spare time, Kathy is a competitive masters sweep rower and a recreational sculler. She is available to tutor in the Northern Virginia area on weekdays from morning until early evening.

Tutor Name: Michele Education: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Arizona Subjects: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Trigonometry, ISEE Math, SSAT Math, HSPT Math, SAT Math, ACT Math Notes: Michele tutored local high school math students as part of a dorm program while in college, informally tutored the math section of the GRE and has been helping friends and family with math problems ever since. One of her proudest moments as a math lover was being a founding member of the math club on campus which is still going strong after more than two decades! She is patient and thorough in explaining concepts in various ways until seeing that 'aha!' moment when something clicks, and enjoys helping others who might not enjoy math or haven't had good experiences with the subject in the past. In her spare time, she is an animal lover who walks dogs, enjoys traveling, arts and crafts, yoga, and watching sports. Michele resides in Arlington VA. She serves the Washington DC and Northern VA area.

Tutor Name: Amy Education: Master of Science in Information Technology from Strayer University; Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) with a Fine Arts Minor from College of Charleston Subjects: Academic Coaching, K-12 Reading, Writing, English, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, History, Violin Instruction Notes: Amy currently tutors at two learning centers, for students K-12. She has worked with both gifted students and students that have an IEP/504 plan. She earned a violin scholarship to College of Charleston where she pursued an Education degree. She has taught in Aberdeen Scotland for the International American School. She worked for the Berkeley County School District, including remedial support for math and reading/writing. Amy has experience working with learning challenged students and disabled students. She also taught History for 3 years and language arts for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District. Currently, she tutors and provides coaching/hw support, teaches violin, and provides remote IT support

Tutor Name: Stephen Education: Master of Science in Special Education from Hunter College; 36 Graduate Credits in Speech Pathology from New York University; Bachelor of Arts in History from George Washington University Subjects: English, writing, reading, history, civics, government, academic coaching; ACT/SAT Verbal; SSAT, ISEE, and HSPT Verbal. Notes: As an educator, Stephen has extensive experience working with students from 1st through 12th grades, with deep strengths in all aspects of the English language, including reading comprehension, writing (sentence and paragraph construction, essay writing, grammar and punctuation), vocabulary development, and in the understanding and use of idiomatic expressions. Stephen can also tutor US and World History and US Government. Additionally, he has excellent organizational skills and has often provided executive functioning and academic coaching for the students that he tutors. Stephen prides himself on his ability to bond with and motivate his students to reach their highest academic potential and views himself as a transformative educator. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, providing advice on an array of topics to all who need it, keeping on top of current events, and taking long walks. He is available to tutor in North Bethesda, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, Rockville, Gaithersburg, and upper NW Washington D.C.

Tutor Name: Julian Education: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with Minor in Physics from George Mason University Subjects: SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Math, SAT Math, ACT Math, ACT Science, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Calculus, Earth Science, Geosystems, Physical Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology. Notes: Julian’s own academic career has been stellar, from his membership in the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor society in high school to his work on an Accelerated Master of Mathematics at George Mason University, where he has maintained a 4.0 GPA for all his Math courses and a 3.96 GPA overall. He was the first student ever to pass all five of GMU’s Preliminary Mathematics Examinations, and similarly, he absolutely aced all of the VHES tutor diagnostic tests, scoring 100% on all Math and Science exams. He has been tutoring since 2013, starting with his fellow students and friends in high school, moving up to planning and delivery of focused practice in Advanced Calculus and Differential Equations in college, and finally working professionally for a tutoring company in Fairfax, VA. That tutoring service uses an all-virtual delivery platform, and it has re-exposed him to work with Middle and High School students. Now that he has joined the VHES team, he is excited to get back to in-person tutoring, for a variety of student age levels. He is available to tutor in Fauquier County and surrounding areas

Tutor Name: Eunice Education: Bachelor of Science in Physics, Mathematics, & Computer Science from University of Maryland Subjects: SAT Math, ACT Math & Science, Elementary Math, Pre-Algebra, Geometry, Algebra I & II, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Calculus, Physics, AP Physics Notes: Before joining the VHES team, Eunice tutored math, statistics, and physics privately for over four years, while also working for a Math and Reading Center just north of Washington, D.C. She prides herself on her ability to reduce her students’ math anxieties and to overcome their math phobias by providing motivation and guidance towards careers in physics and computer science. In addition to tutoring, she has used her own knowledge of computer science and interest in robotics to spearhead a RoboSim project, undertaken to improve mechanical design and interactions in the robotics field, and she has collaborated with the BBC Science Unit on a documentary about the New Horizons mission. She enjoys her time in a lab and her time tutoring equally, and she hopes to pass along her love of math and science to any and all students. She is available to tutor in and around Bladensburg, MD, as well as nearby Washington D.C. locations.

Tutor Name: Briana
Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology and Minor in Mathematics from State University of New York College (SUNY)
Subjects:  ACT/SAT/SSAT prep - for English, reading, writing, math, essay, and verbal sections. Also Academic coaching, World & US history, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, AP/Honors Biology, and AP/Honors Chemistry.
Notes: Briana tutors full-time and covers most of Central and Northern Virginia. She tutors from Richmond all the way up to NOVA. She teaches ACT/SAT prep, high school math and science, and academic coaching. Briana completed an internship with the Fish and Wildlife Service at Kenai National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska, where she did research on brown bears and shorebirds. After getting her Bachelor of Science in Biology, she took a seasonal position with the Institute of Renewable Natural Resources at Texas A&M, mapping and surveying endangered warblers. She was also a Fisheries Observer and spent three months at sea working for NOAA. Briana relates to students extremely well. Parents love her, and many have wished to clone her! Briana always has a good attitude, she is flexible, and she is able to think quickly on her feet. She currently resides in the Fredericksburg VA area.

Tutor Name: Maria
Education: Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from Post University; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from State University of New York
Subjects: Academic coaching, special needs, reading, writing, English, ACT/SAT prep for English, reading, writing, and essay
Notes: Maria worked as a Mental Health Counselor and a Therapeutic Day Treatment Counselor for 8 years in the home, community, and school system. Using a psycho-educational approach, she provided behavior-specific interventions, instructional programs, and social and recreational activities to help students learn adaptive strategies and improve their academic performance. Maria is also a writer who has been freelancing for various magazine and newspaper publications since 2000. Currently, Maria is the Assistant Director at VHES and a tutor throughout Warrenton VA, Haymarket VA, Gainesville VA, Nokesville VA, Bristow VA, and other locations. 

Tutor Name: Darryl
Education: Master’s in Adolescent Education from Adelphi University, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Brown University
Subjects: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I and II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Pre-calculus, Calculus, ACT/SAT/SSAT math, Biology, Academic Coaching
Notes: Darryl has worked as a math teacher since 2005 at both the middle and high school levels. Darryl has extensive experience creating exams, designing comprehensive lesson plans, and implementing behavior-modification strategies to refocus students on learning. He is also a Mentor and Certified Personal Trainer who is skilled at coaching, engaging, and motivating his clients. Darryl is presently teaching at Armstrong High School in Richmond, specializing in Pre-calculus, Geometry, and Algebra I and II. He is available to work with students in Richmond and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Laurence Education: Bachelor of Arts in Humanities from Yale University Subjects: SAT Math, SAT Reading & Writing, ACT Math, ACT Reading, ACT English, ACT Science, SSAT Math, SSAT Reading, SSAT Synonyms, Physics, Algebra 1, Trig & Precalculus Notes: Laurence is a recent graduate of Yale College, where he majored in the Humanities with a particular focus on twentieth-century thought. He also took classes in math and computer science. While in school, he worked at the Yale College Writing Center, where he tutored other students on their writing and public speaking. Laurence can tutor all sections of the SAT, ACT, and SSAT, and he also enjoys helping with physics homework. He has a knack for using simple words to describe big ideas, and he is attentive to the academic and emotional needs of each student. A native of North Carolina, Laurence is a huge fan of the state park system, from Mount Mitchell State Park in the Appalachians to Jockey's Ridge State Park in the Outer Banks. His free time is consumed by climbing, hiking, and reading. Laurence provides one-to-one tutoring in Charlotte NC.

Tutor Name: Kristen Education: Master of Arts in English and Master of Arts in History from Winthrop University; Bachelor of Arts in English from Winthrop University Subjects: SAT/ACT Verbal, English, Reading, Writing, American History, Government Notes: Kristen studied English and Business Administration at Winthrop University, then returned a few years post-graduation to pursue a Masters of the Arts in English. Following graduation, she pursued a PhD in Linguistics at the University of South Carolina and served as a Teaching Assistant in the Philosophy Department. Her official teaching career began in 2011 when she taught English and writing at Winthrop University. She taught several more years at York Technical College before settling in as a high school English teacher in Fort Mill, South Carolina. In addition to teaching, she began private SAT/ACT/ISEE tutoring in 2012 and earned another Master of the Arts, this time in History, from Winthrop University in 2017.

Tutor Name: Jeff
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from University of Utah, Master of Arts in Statistics from University of Utah
Subjects: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Statistics, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Academic Coaching, SSAT/SAT/ACT prep - for math, reading, writing, English, and science test prep.
Notes:  Jeff has over 20 years of classroom teaching instruction. He’s taught math classes at the middle school, high school, and college levels. He also served as a mathematics department chair. Jeff taught mathematics, grades 7 through 12. Courses included Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, College Algebra and Trigonometry, Mathematical Analysis, Discrete Mathematics, AP Calculus AB and BC, and AP Statistics. Jeff taught evening math classes at a community college in Salt Lake City for several years. He's also taught at the Collegiate School in Richmond, Episcopal School in Portland, St. Mary's School in Raleigh, Marlborough School in Los Angeles, and Crossroads School in Santa Monica. Jeff has been an instructor at the national conference for Teachers Teaching with Technology (T3). Workshop topics he's covered include vector analysis with the TI-89 graphing calculator, Markov chains, nonparametric statistics applications, and applying matrices to polynomial multiplication. Jeff enjoys swimming, hiking, and cycling. Jeff tutors throughout the Richmond VA area: Henrico VA, Chesterfield VA, Glen Allen VA, Mechanicsville VA, Midlothian VA, Tuckahoe VA, and other nearby areas. 

Tutor Name: Leah Education: Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts and Sciences, University of Vermont Masters in Counseling Psychology, Grades 5-12 from University of Vermont Subjects: K-7 Math, K-12 Language Arts, Reading, Writing, and English Notes: As an educator, Leah has extensive experience that includes 25 years of individual K-12 tutoring. She has worked for Hudson, NH Middle School, Catholic Charities School Systems, Lawrenceville, NJ and Willingboro, NJ , Youth Corps, Trenton, NJ. Leah also created and facilitates Stress Management Program, “Steal A Moment”. Clients include: Public School and University Educators, Family Workers, Students, Businesses, National Education Associations, NJ State Department of Corrections and PGA Golf Professionals. Leah has the ability to simplify content, illustrate concepts, and gauge student comprehension throughout the tutoring process. Leah also creates Student specific games matching each student’s needs to teach concepts and content. In her spare time, Leah writes, does artwork, creates cartoons, reads, keeps in touch with friends and tends to her growing pet family. Leah resides in Concord NC.

Tutor Name: Justin Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Radford University Subjects: ACT Science/English/Reading, SAT Reading/Writing, Biology, Academic Coaching Notes: Justin’s teaching experience includes six years of tutoring at the Huntington Learning Center, where he taught kindergarten to 12th-grade curricula, including reading comprehension, vocabulary, and math. Justin’s coaching skills, communication skills, and needs-oriented approach have been instrumental in helping struggling students understand subject matter, achieve their target grades, and increase their confidence in schoolwork. He is available to tutor in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Michael
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Subjects: Pre-algebra, Algebra, Algebra II, Calculus, AP Calculus, BC Calculus, Chemistry, AP Chemistry
Notes: Michael has worked as a tutor at the University Center for Academic Excellence in Charlotte since January 2016, specializing in calculus, chemistry, and algebra. His experience also includes assisting in the engineering of antibodies for the Pfizer Corporation. Michael is an aspiring actuary currently preparing for Exam P. He is available to work with students in Charlotte and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Whitney
Education: Bachelor of Science in Foreign Studies from University of Minnesota, Master of Education from American College of Education
Subjects: Reading, writing, academic coaching, Spanish, Japanese, ACT/SAT/SSAT Prep – reading, verbal, writing, English, and essay sections   
Notes:  Whitney has taught English, reading, and writing classes at several different schools. She’s also held positions in the admissions office at two different private schools. Whitney is certified in CELTA and TESOL. She is proficient in Spanish and Japanese, and she has taught English overseas in Thailand, Japan, UAE, and Azerbaijan. Whitney was the associate admissions director at St. Timothy’s School up until summer 2017. She also taught Creative Writing and English at a school in London. Whitney is a member of Decoding Dyslexia, advocating for early literacy through expansion of public access via state and federal legislation and training. She has availability in the evenings and on weekends, and she tutors in the Washington DC and Northern VA areas: Alexandria VA, Arlington VA, McLean VA, Springfield VA, Burke VA, Annandale VA, and others. 

Tutor Name: Holly Education: Master of Science in Education from George Mason University, Bachelor of Science in Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania Subjects: Academic Coaching, English as a Second Language Notes: Holly’s extensive teaching career includes 16 years of working with special-education students. With expertise in autism, learning disabilities, emotional challenges, and language barriers, Holly has served as a consultant to special-education providers and fulfilled complex IEPs through successful coordination with parents and school staff. She is certified in Early Childhood Education and is currently working as a Program Mentor for Western Governors University, serving in an academic advisory role for graduate students in the Teachers College. Holly is available to coach students in Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Allen Education: Master of Arts in English Literature, San Diego State University Subjects: ACT/SAT English, Reading, Writing, Math; AP English; SSAT Reading and Synonyms; Algebra I & II; Geometry Notes: Allen is a multitalented educator who has taught a wide variety of English, composition, math, and problem-solving courses since 2003. He is qualified to teach all sections of the ACT and SAT, achieving perfect scores on his English, Reading, and Writing diagnostic tests. Allen has been consistently recognized for his excellent communication skills and ability to adapt his teaching style to meet students’ varying needs and levels. He is currently working as an online tutor for the Purdue Global Writing Center and has contributed to the design of course content and curricula. He is also actively involved in the community as an athletic coach and neighborhood volunteer. Allen is available to tutor in Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: April
Education: Associate of Arts in Special Education from Central VA Community College, Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Old Dominion University, Master of Arts in Reading Education from Old Dominion University  
Subjects: Special education, reading, writing, language arts, academic coaching – ACT/SAT/SSAT prep: verbal, reading, writing, essay, and English sections.
Notes: April started her teaching career as a substitute for Chesapeake and Portsmouth Public Schools. In 2009, she became a full-time Special Education Teacher for Chesterfield County Public Schools. She has also been a Title 1 Reading Teacher for Surry County Public Schools. She’s worked with students with IEPs and taught English, Reading, and Algebra I. She’s instructed reading and vocational groups, and she's taught students with ADD/ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and emotional disturbances. April has worked with students from elementary school up through the undergraduate level. She’s helped students with low executive functioning skills stay on track and plan out assignments. April serves the Richmond VA area, including Henrico County, Hanover County, and Chesterfield County. Some of the areas April travels to are Glen Allen, Tuckahoe, Mechanicsville, Ashland, Short Pump, Highland Springs, Lorraine, Midlothian, Sandston, Atlee, Bellwood, and others. 
 

Tutor Name: Kristin
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English, Minor in Art History from Mary Washington College  
Subjects: English & AP/Honors, writing, literature, history, academic coaching, ACT/SAT/SSAT prep – verbal, reading, writing, essay, and English sections.
Notes: Kristin scored in the 99th percentile on the Praxis II for English Language and Literature. She’s endorsed for English grades 6-12 – certified VA teacher. She completed the Licensure Program at EducateVA in Richmond. For two years, she was a homebound facilitator for Henrico County Public Schools. For four years, she taught English at J.R. Tucker HS. Her students had a 97% or higher student success rate on both the Writing and Reading SOL. Curricula taught include 9th, 11th, and 12th grade English—as well as Journalism. She had a 99% student success rate during an intensive remediation program. For one year, Kristin was a GED instructor at the Mt. Vernon Adult Education Center. She was an Instructional Assistant at Glen Allen HS for one year. She also tutored for Little Scholars of Richmond for two years. Kristin spends her free time vounteering with the Therapeutic Horseback Riding Program. She tutors in the Richmond VA area: Glen Allen VA, Henrico VA, Midlothian VA, Mechanicsville VA, Bon Air VA, Tuckahoe VA, Dumbarton VA, and others. 

Tutor Name: Brian Education: Master of Science in Education from Old Dominion University; Bachelor of Arts in History from Christopher Newport University Notes: Brian has a well-rounded background that has prepared him to tutor all sections of the ACT and SAT Tests. With a Bachelors degree in History and a Certificate in Accounting, he has proven skills in reading comprehension and math, and he has put those skills to use in a variety of teaching and administrative positions. His Masters degree in Education allowed him to serve as a substitute teacher for Prince William County for over ten years, handling all subjects and multiple long-term assignments, and he has also worked as a Math tutor for Mathnasium. For Vint Hill, he demonstrated his versatility with high scores on all Test Prep diagnostic tests. He's available to tutor in Manassas, Centreville, Gainesville, Haymarket, Bristow, Nokesville, and surrounding Northern Virginia areas.

Tutor Name: Lisa Education: Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Northwestern University Subjects: ACT/SSAT Math, K-7 Math, Pre-algebra, Algebra I, Geometry Notes: Lisa worked as a high school math teacher for five years at two boarding schools in Illinois and Ohio. Her passion for math began in childhood, when she started tutoring her friends and classmates in the subject. As the daughter and niece of math teachers, she also has a familial predilection and natural talent for helping others improve their math skills. Lisa believes that teaching is about making a safe place for students to freely ask questions and feel comfortable doing so. Being patient and respectful of students is her priority, and making math as much fun as possible is her specialty. Lisa is available for tutoring in Richmond VA and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Wendy Education: Master’s in Special Education, Master’s in Reading Specialist from Regent University in Virginia Beach Teaching/Tutoring Experience: 6 years Subjects: ACT Reading and English, SAT Reading, SSAT Reading/Synonyms/Analogies, AP English, US and World History, K-6 Math, ESL, Academic Coaching, Special Needs Notes: Wendy is an energetic and devoted educator with demonstrated success in teaching students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. She is talented in identifying individual strengths, implementing the best practices, and forging relationships with families to maximize her students’ success in the classroom. In addition to teaching, Wendy is also certified to work with individuals on the autism spectrum. She is currently an Exceptional Children Teacher at Southwest Middle School, and she is available to work with students in the Charlotte NC area.

Tutor Name: Kaylee Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Education in Visual Rehabilitation Therapy from North Carolina State University Subjects: Academic Coaching, ESL, general subjects K-8 Notes: Kaylee has a rich, active, and diverse background of helping students with multiple disabilities progress both academically and developmentally. She worked as a special-education teacher at Governor Morehead School for three years, administering instruction and lesson plans that were customized to each student’s needs, functioning, and motivation level. Kaylee is currently an ESL teacher and instructor for the visually impaired, providing hands-on learning experiences that enable her students to meet meaningful goals and successfully transition to the next level of their education. She is currently available to coach students in Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Genaya Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University Subjects: Academic Coaching, Applied Behavior Analysis, K-12 Math, Science, History, Social Studies, English/Language Arts Notes: As both a counselor and clinician, Genaya has worked successfully with children and adolescents to develop and optimize academic, communication, social, and adaptive skills. She has also worked closely with families to implement and sustain behavior interventions in the home. Genaya is currently a substitute teacher with Spotsylvania County Public Schools, educating K-12 students in Math, Science, History, Social Studies, and English/Language Arts. Genaya is available to coach and tutor students in Fredericksburg and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Alex Education: Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Subjects: SAT Math, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT English, ACT Reading, SSAT Math, SSAT Reading, SSAT Verbal, Academic Coaching, ESL, General Subjects K-8, Organizational and Study Skills Notes: Alex is a UNC Chapel Hill graduate and currently works as a tutor and a substitute teacher. Alex has many years of experience in educating students of all ages in a variety of subjects. While at UNC Chapel Hill, Alex took many education and ESL (English as a Second Language) classes where he learned the importance of subject mastery and engaging lessons. Alex is currently pursuing an ESL certificate. During his time at UNC and beyond, Alex has tutored many students in a variety of subjects and topics, such as writing creative and compelling stories, mastering math, and developing study and organizational skills in all ages. Alex’s experience and education has prepared him to help students with a variety of unique learning styles and needs. Throughout the years, Alex particularly enjoyed giving personalized attention to students as this enabled him to tailor instruction to each student’s learning strengths and needs. Additionally, this allows Alex to build relationships with each student, which is the secret ingredient in teaching and tutoring. Once one understands students on a personal level, one is able to truly motivate and help students achieve their dreams. Nothing is more satisfying for Alex than seeing a student who was once unmotivated to learn to become a book worm or a math whiz. Alex is currently available to tutor in Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Ester
Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology from University of Washington, Seattle
Subjects: Math: Pre-algebra up through AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Biology, ACT/SAT/SSAT prep: math, science, verbal, reading, writing, and English sections.
Notes:  Ester is currently a PRN tech at a local hospital. She has been tutoring one-to-one since 2009, working with students from age 7 up through 19 years. Before joining our team, she tutored math, history, biology, chemistry, and ACT/SAT prep. She also volunteered as a mentor, helping students decide what to do after high school. In addition, Ester was an assistant middle school instructor for two years in math and science, as well as a volunteer for The Rainbow House, working with students who have learning challenges. Ester tutors in Culpeper VA, Warrenton VA, Bealeton VA, Remington VA, Madison VA, Opal VA, Charlottesville VA, Amissville VA, Ruckersville VA, and many other areas up and down route 29. 
 

Tutor name: Michael
Education: Master of Arts in English from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Bachelor of Arts in English from Jackson State University
Subjects:  AP/honors English, college level English, AP literature, language arts, reading, writing, government, political science, ACT/SAT/SSAT prep - for English, reading, writing, essay, and verbal sections. 
Notes: Michael was a full-time instructor at Central Piedmont Community College for seven years. He was also an adjunct faculty member for two years. At CPCC, Michael taught a variety of English courses: technical writing, English 101/102, British Literature, American Literature, literature-based research, and argument-based research. He also worked as a tutor in the college learning lab. For three years, Michael taught English to first-year students at ECPI and ITT in Charlotte NC. He was also the lead copywriter for Carolina Speech Services for four years, and he has worked as a business writer and technical writer for Wells Fargo and Fontem. In these roles, he wrote, revised, and edited all internal/external communications. Michael tutors throughout the Charlotte NC area. 
 

Tutor name: Danielle
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Education from the University of North Carolina
Subjects: SAT/ACT Math, ACT Science, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Trigonometry
Notes: As an educator, Danielle has extensive experience that includes 12 years of individual math and science tutoring and 22 years of math teaching for the Cabarrus County School System. Danielle is a gifted math instructor who scored 100% on all her tutor diagnostic tests and has helped her students excel in math due to her abilities to simplify content, illustrate concepts, and gauge student comprehension. Danielle resides in Denver, NC and she is available to tutor in the Charlotte, NC area.

Tutor Name: Janine
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Temple University
Subjects: Pre-algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Pre-calculus, AP Calculus. ACT/SAT prep - for math, reading, writing, English, and science test prep.
Notes: Janine worked as a teaching assistant for four years at both the high school and middle school level. She created and implemented lesson plans for Algebra I, Algebra II, and Trigonometry. She graduated from Temple University and moved to the Northern VA area from Philadelphia. She really enjoys tutoring and is well-versed in mathematics. She employs a high degree of integrity and studies child/adolescent psychology. Janine is motivating, friendly, upbeat, and responsive. She loves to work with students on ACT math, SAT math, pre-calculus, AP calculus, algebra I, and other math subjects! Janine is available to tutor in Leesburg and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Gang Education: Bachelor of Science in Statistics from the University of Minnesota at Twin Cities; Master of Science in Statistics from Utah State University; Master of Science in Computational Statistics & Data Science from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Subjects: SAT Math, ACT Math & Science, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus Notes: Gang loves numbers, and he pursued that passion to obtain multiple degrees in statistics and data analysis, then worked to pass along his insights and expertise as a lecturer for the University of Louisiana. He continues to work in his field as an Analyst for PNC Financial Services, but as a lecturer, he added a love of teaching to his love of numbers, and now he gets to partake in both worlds: statistician by day, educator by night. Gang is available to tutor in areas ranging from Fairfax and McLean to Gainesville and Haymarket, VA.

Tutor Name: Piarget
Education: Master of Management Studies from Duke University, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Minor in Art History, Minor in Chemistry from Duke University
Subjects: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, ACT/SAT Prep – for Reading, Math, English, Writing, and Science.  
Notes: Piarget graduated from Duke University in 2010. A few of his favorite subjects were Spanish, Calculus, and International Art Markets. He started tutoring independently at Duke and continued after graduation. At Duke, he received the Dean’s Recognition Award while earning his graduate degree. For three years, he was a patient advocate leader for Duke University Medical Center. He was also a research assistant with the VCU Health System for one year. Piarget has studied abroad in Germany and the Netherlands, and he was a Gates Millennium Scholar through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in 2006. He held an internship for Whitney Hill Partners in Charlotte NC for one year. He also provided market analysis and valuation analysis for a managing partner of a graphite mine in the Madagascar region of Africa. For the last four years, Piarget has worked for Virginia Premier Health Plan in Richmond. He has held the roles of System Analyst II and Project Management Consultant. Piarget resides in Glen Allen VA and tutors throughout the Richmond VA area. 

Tutor name: Steve
Education: Master of Fine Arts in English/Creative Writing from Penn State University; Bachelor of Science in English from Northern Arizona University
Subjects: SAT/ACT English, Reading, Writing, Math, and Science; also Algebra I & II, Geometry, Rhetoric, Literature, and Writing/Composition.
Notes: Steve loved math in High School and scored an 800 on his Math SAT, and he started college as a Computer Science major before switching to English. He says he fell in love with teaching as a Graduate Assistant at Penn State, where he taught Rhetoric and Composition through graduation and then stayed on as a Lecturer, adding duties as a tutor in the Penn State Writing Center and as a Creative Writing teacher. He later spent 20 years in the business world in computer support, combining his talents in math and writing. Since leaving that job, Steve has returned to the classroom--as a substitute teacher in Ohio and Virginia, as an Assistant Professor at Northern Virginia Community College, and as a tutor for Huntington, Sylvan, and Loudoun Test Prep. He has been with Vint Hill for over two years, and he is now the Assistant Director. As a tutor, he is observant, direct, and involved. Steve lives in Rixeyville VA and tutors from Culpeper VA up through Manassas VA.
 

Tutor name: Laura
Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology from University of Mary Washington
Subjects: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, ACT/SAT Prep – for Math, Reading, Writing, English, and Science.
Notes: Laura graduated from the University of Mary Washington in 2016 and then went on to attend a certified nursing assistant training program at Riverside College of Health Careers in Newport News, working as a CNA before applying to graduate school. Laura worked as a substitute teacher at the Tejano Center and as a teacher’s assistant at a public charter school in Houston TX. She also worked one-to-one with students in grades 6-12 at the Raul Yzaguirre School for Success. Laura completed a mission year in which she partnered with local churches, non-profits, schools, community leaders, and activists to support Houston’s impoverished communities. She lived fully integrated in low-income neighborhoods in order to build relationships and understand the community’s needs. Laura was also a Youth Ministry Leader for Young Life for three years, an assistant volleyball coach for one year at a school in Fredericksburg, and a 4th-place recipient in the FIRST Robotics World Championships for design and construction. Laura works with students in the Richmond VA area and Fredericksburg VA areas.  

Tutor Name: Pamela Education: B.A. in Communication Arts Subjects: ACT/SAT Reading, Writing, English; AP English; Phonics; ESL; Special Needs Notes: Pamela has been an English educator since 2017 and is currently working within the Prince George County school system. Her teaching techniques include developing person-centered lesson plans, providing instructive and detailed feedback, and enhancing learning through both written expression and hands-on application. Pamela’s repertoire also includes the provision of professional writing and editing services. In this role, she produced literary compositions, articles, and reports for a New York City-based educational institution. Pamela is currently available to tutor students in the D.C. metro and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: George
Education: Ph.D. in Applied Science & Mathematics from College of William & Mary, Master's of Arts in Physics from Wesleyan University, Bachelor's of Arts in Physics from Rutgers University
Subjects: AP physics and general physics, college level physics and mathematics, all levels of high school math (pre-algebra through AP/AB/BC calculus), SAT/ACT/SSAT prep - for math and science test prep
Notes: George is a semi-retired math and science professor from the University of Mary Washington. He was a college professor for 12 years. He also taught at a university in Texas. George also worked as a scientist for the Navy and for NASA. He does a good job at figuring out problems that are highly complex in nature. George is outgoing, friendly, has a strong personality, and is fun to work with. He is also energetic and relates to students easily. George scored 100% on our physics tutor test and 100% on our high school subject math tests (through AP calculus). Currently, he is a part-time instructor at Lord Fairfax Community College and resides in Sumerduck VA. George tutors throughout Stafford VA, Fredericksburg VA, Warrenton VA, and Culpeper VA. 
 

Tutor Name: Eric Education: Bachelor of Arts from The Catholic University of America: Philosophy Major/Mathematics Minor Subjects: ACT/SAT/SSAT math, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus. Notes: Eric has extensive experience tutoring students in multiple math disciplines, from pre-algebra to multivariable calculus. This experience began in 2003, when he worked at his alma mater as a Secondary and College Math Tutor. Eric has maintained this role with various reputable tutoring agencies throughout Virginia and Maryland. He is also nationally certified as a PC Specialist. Eric is available to tutor in D.C. and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Flora
Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from University of Mary Washington   
Subjects:  AP/Honors Biology, AP/Honors Chemistry, Earth Science, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, ACT/SAT/SSAT prep - for math, reading, writing, science, English, and verbal.
Notes: Flora has worked as a Water Quality Lab Technician for four years, and she has been a substitute biology teacher for Fauquier County Public Schools for two years. Currently, Flora works for Joiner Micro Labs in Warrenton. She performs bacteriological analysis on drinking and wastewater in accordance with NELAP regulations. She provides guidance to clients on which analysis to perform on their water samples. She also prepares biological materials and safely handles microbiological and chemical hazardous materials. Presently, Flora works for two different biological laboratories. She can tutor on both weekdays and weekends in Haymarket VA, Warrenton VA, Gainesville VA, Bristow VA, Bealeton VA, Nokesville VA, The Plains VA, Manassas VA, and other nearby areas. 
 

Tutor Name: Mary
Education: Bachelor's of Arts in Social Sciences and Minor in Education from Providence College
Subjects: Reading, writing, English, academic coaching, ACT/SAT Prep for math, reading, writing, English, and science.
Notes: Mary has been a teacher for over 20 years and she has  taught ACT/SAT/SOL/ASVAB group classes at local schools. Currently, she teaches at a private school in Alexandria VA. In addition, Mary has been doing one-to-one ACT/SAT prep for 12 years. Mary is highly motivated, personable, and enthusiastic about teaching math, science, and language arts concepts to students of any age. She believes in positive reinforcement and age-appropriate creative learning strategies. Mary has taught accelerated language arts, math, and science classes for middle school and high school students. Mary currently resides in Manassas VA. She can tutor in the following areas: Bristow VA, Nokesville VA, Haymarket VA, Woodbridge VA, Dumfries VA, Stafford VA, Warrenton VA, and other nearby areas.  

Tutor Name: Anisa
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English with a Professional Writing Minor from Portland State University, Master of Arts in English, Teaching of Writing and Literature from George Mason University
Subjects: Reading, Writing, AP English, History, ACT/SAT/SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Prep – for reading, language, verbal, writing, English, and essay sections.
Notes: Anisa is currently a tutor at the Northern Virginia Community College writing center. She was previously a substitute teacher for Prince William County Schools for four years. She was also a writing coach in Portland, Oregon for six years and a writing instructor at Mt. Hood Community College for two years. Anisa has taught writing workshop classes at NOVA Community College and has proofread and edited numerous papers and essays, reviewing them for grammar, organization, spelling, and punctuation. She has great communication skills, and she is enthusiastic about grammar and editing. Anisa tries to inspire all learners and enjoys customizing a plan based upon the student’s needs. She also has experience working one-to-one with students who have ADHD and Autism. Anisa currently tutors throughout Northern Virginia: Manassas VA, Centreville VA, Herndon VA, Annandale VA, Clifton VA, Gainesville VA, Bristow VA, Nokesville VA, Warrenton VA, Haymarket VA, Springfield VA, Fairfax VA, Burke VA, and other nearby areas. 

Tutor Name: Thomas
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English with a Minor in Writing from Hampden-Sydney College, Master's in Clinical Social Work from  Virginia Commonwealth University. 
Subjects: English & AP/Honors, writing, literature, history, academic coaching – ACT/SAT/SSAT prep: verbal, reading, writing, essay, and English sections.
Notes: Thomas studied at the University of Oxford in 2010, enrolling in a summer program on renaissance-era English literature. Prior to enrolling in his graduate program, he was a Richmond City secondary English teacher for three years. He was also Head Residential Instructor at Oakland School in Keswick, VA. Thomas worked in the college library for four years while attending Hampden-Sydney College. He is skilled at building relationships with both students and parents in order to work toward positive gains for each child’s education. Thomas is good-natured, polite, supportive, and accommodating. He tutors throughout the Richmond VA area. 
 

Tutor Name: Richard
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Education from Old Dominion University, Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication from Ferris State University, Associate of Applied Science in Communication from Northwestern Michigan College
Subjects: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, English, Reading, Writing, Academic Coaching, ACT/SAT/SSAT Prep – for math, reading, writing, English, verbal, and science.
Notes: Richard has been a tutor at Huntington Learning Center for 7 years. He tutors students K-12 in reading, writing, English, and math. He started tutoring for the ACT/SAT in 2012. Richard was a Title II teacher for three years in Virginia Beach, VA. He has also worked as a summer school teacher and Sunday school teacher. For one year, he was a site permanent substitute teacher for Granby High School in Norfolk, VA and a long-term substitute teacher at Roscommon High School in Michigan. He was also a math and science teacher at the Huntington Learning Center in Mooresville, NC for five years. His duties included tutoring students grades K-12 and above in Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Writing, and Math. In addition, Richard once designed comic book illustrations and layouts as a freelancer. Richard serves students' homes in the Charlotte NC area. He travels to Concord, Davidson, Huntersville, Kannapolis, Mt. Holly, Harrisburg, Hopewell, and other areas. 
 

Tutor Name: Ousmane
Education: Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from University of South Carolina
Subjects:  Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, ACT/SAT Prep – English, reading, math, writing, and science.
Notes: While attending USC, Ousmane received the Howard Hughes undergraduate research fellowship in biotechnology and molecular genetics. He was also a graduate research assistant for two years at the USC Biological Sciences Department, and he worked at the Molecular Evolution & Bioinformatics Research Laboratory. While attending graduate courses, he tutored students, proctored tests, supervised lab sessions, and managed equipment, supplies, and materials. He was also a student assistant at USC for two years at the Student Support Services Department. He assisted students with learning challenges and disabilities, helping them use technology to complete their class assignments. Ousmane holds a Certified Pharmacy Technician license and is a member of the NC Pharmacy Association. He currently tutors full-time through several different organizations. In one of his roles, he interviews students and families to determine needs and devise an action plan. He is especially skilled at motivating and building confidence, putting an emphasis on critical thinking, reasoning, and problem solving instead of leaving everything to memorization. Ousmane can also do test prep for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, and MCAT. Ousmane serves the Charlotte NC area. He primarily tutors south of Charlotte in such areas as Waxhaw, Weddington, Pineville, Matthews, Indian Trail, Marvin, Monroe, Wesley Chapel, Mint Hill, Myers Park, Barclay Downs, Ballantyne, Montclaire South, and others. 
 

Tutor Name: Candice
Education: Ph.D. in History from Cornell University, Master of Arts in History from Cornell University, Bachelor of Arts in History from Wheaton College
Subjects: English, reading, writing, history (all levels, world history through AP history and government), academic coaching, and SAT/ACT prep for English, reading, and writing.
Notes: Candice is an English instructor at an institute in Manassas VA. She has been a college professor for over 20 years. Candice works well with unmotivated students. She is skilled at revealing where students are at a certain point and defining what type of help they need. She has had nine papers published and has taught over ten different history courses. Candice is direct, motivating, supportive, and friendly. Candice can tutor throughout the Northern Virginia area. 
 

Tutor Name: Sandra
Education: Master of Science in Chemistry from University of Colorado, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Geneva College
Subjects: Chemistry, AP Chemistry, and college-level Chemistry
Notes: Sandra has retired from teaching and now tutors chemistry online, through group classes, and one-to-one. She taught chemistry at the college and high school levels for over 30 years. Shortly after graduating with her MS in Chemistry in 1980, she started teaching at the University of Maryland. She began tutoring independently in 1989 and tutoring for various Virginia companies in 2009. She also worked at NASA for two years, managed a tutoring organization for six years, and lectured at Prince George’s Community College in Largo, MD. She is direct, engaging, and solemn.
 

Tutor Name: Kathleen
Education: Master of Education, University of Connecticut
Subjects: SAT/ACT prep, English, Reading, Writing, K-7 Math, Algebra, History, U.S. History, World History, Government, Civics, Academic Coaching
Notes: Kathleen has extensive experience tutoring students in multiple disciplines. As an independent and homebound tutor, she has used a holistic and individualized approach that has helped her students develop organizational and test-taking skills while learning curriculum content. Kathleen also worked as a History Teacher for three years and a Learning Center Teacher for fourteen years at Christian Heritage School in Connecticut. In addition, she is a qualified Academic Coach with significant experience educating and empowering students with medical needs and learning disabilities. Kathleen is friendly, personable, engaging, and supportive.

Tutor Name: Casey
Education: Bachelor of Science in Human Health and Biology from University of Tennessee, Master of Science in Emerging Infectious Diseases from Georgetown University
Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, AP English, Writing, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, SSAT Math, SSAT Reading, SSAT Verbal, ACT Reading, ACT English, ACT Science, SAT Writing, SAT Reading, and ACT Math.
Notes: Casey recently graduated with a master’s degree from Georgetown University. Her goals are to earn her Ph.D. and become a college professor. She has been working part-time as an orthopedic technician. Casey grew up in Tennessee and graduated from the University of Tennessee with a 3.7 GPA. She had a 3.9 GPA in her master’s program. She also completed a graduate certificate course in organic chemistry and molecular biology. She was enrolled in the UT Honors Seminar Program and was a National Fastpitch Coaches Association Scholar Athlete. Casey is warm, friendly, sweet, and personable. She can tutor in Alexandria VA, Springfield VA, and Arlington VA. 

Tutor Name: Vickie
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Secondary Education from Hood College
Subjects: Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, and Spanish IV Notes: Vickie has taught Spanish 1, 2, 3, and 4. Many of the students who have completed three/four years of study with Vickie have earned college credit via the CLEP test, the AP exam, and college entrance exams. She also studied in Mexico and Spain with the Universities of Arizona and Marquette. She has traveled extensively throughout Central and South America, and she has served as a translator in six mission trips to Mexico, Honduras, and Paraguay. She also taught Spanish 101 and Continuing Education Conversational Spanish at Lord Fairfax Community College. Vickie focuses on all aspects of the language: reading, writing, listening and speaking. She also offers piano instruction and arranges student European tours to Spain, Ireland, Scotland, England, and France. 

Tutor Name: Trent
Education: Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering from University of Oklahoma, Master of Education in Science Curriculum from George Mason University Subjects: General Chemistry and AP/Honors Chemistry
Notes: Trent is currently a chemistry teacher for the Spotsylvania County school system and was previously a chemistry teacher for Fairfax County. He has been with Spotsylvania County Public Schools for eight years, and he is certified to teach secondary school education in Virginia. Trent is an accomplished and energetic teacher with a solid history of student achievement. He excels at motivating students, utilizing his areas of expertise in curriculum design, student learning styles analysis, and student remediation. He teaches general and honors chemistry in Fredericksburg VA.

Tutor Name: Mosi Education: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Delaware Subjects: SAT/ACT Math, Pre-Algebra through Calculus, Physics Notes: Mosi’s experience includes Lead Instructor and Teaching Assistant of an upper-level civil engineering course at the University of Delaware. In these roles, he taught lectures, developed syllabi, prepared material, helped with course logistics, and proctored exams. Prior to teaching, Mosi was an Excel Scholar at Lafayette College in Pennsylvania, where he conducted research and designed virtual-simulation software.  Since 2015, Mosi has worked as a specialist for New York City Emergency Management, coordinating with city, state, and federal agencies to improve transportation and infrastructure emergency planning. Mosi resides in Arlington and can tutor students in the D.C. and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Phoebe Education: Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Language from Virginia Commonwealth University Subjects: ACT English and Reading, SAT Reading and Writing, Language Arts, Foreign Language, European Studies Notes: Phoebe has worked as a volunteer tutor for the Literacy Council of Northern Virginia since 2012. She has helped numerous students advance their reading level, and she was recognized as an Outstanding Tutor by the organization. Phoebe has also worked as a substitute teacher for Virginia Commonwealth University, teaching French 101 and 102. As a student researcher, she collaborated with VCU faculty to create learning modules and activities for intermediate-level French language students. Phoebe scored 100% on the AP English test and 97% on the GRE Verbal section. She is available to tutor students in Richmond and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Jay Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology, James Madison University Subjects: ACT Science, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Geosystems, Academic Coaching Notes: Jay has been tutoring since 2015, helping students improve their grades and increase their confidence in topics such as biology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry. While attending James Madison University, he tutored over 15 students per week. Jay has also worked as a Plant Development Specialist for a lavender farm in Harrisonburg, VA, where he bred and harvested over 9,000 lavender plants of nine various cultivars. He is also an OSHA-certified Environmental Specialist and a member of the Nature Conservancy and Global Soil Biodiversity Initiative. Jay is available to tutor in Manassas and surrounding areas.

Tutor: Joseph
Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology, Virginia Commonwealth University
Subjects: ACT/SAT Math, Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, AP/Honors Chemistry, Biology, AP/Honors Biology, Academic Coaching
Notes: While attending Virginia Commonwealth University, Joseph worked as an assistant instructor, offering peer-assisted study sessions to as many as 30 math and science students per week. These sessions were designed to help students understand the more difficult course material, improve test performance through intensive exercises, and work at a faster pace. Joseph’s other experience includes volunteering for the Red Cross and coaching and training athletes at the Nike Tennis Camp. He currently works as a medical assistant in northern Virginia. Joseph is available to tutor students in Bristow and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Shannon Education: Master of Arts in German, San Francisco State University; Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, University of California Subjects: SAT/ACT/SSAT/K-12 English, Reading, Writing, ESL, French, Spanish, German, Academic Coaching Notes: Shannon’s experience includes 15 years of teaching classes and workshops. Shannon has taught multiple subjects as a K-12 substitute teacher, and she has helped students improve their performance in testing and language as a private tutor. Shannon is a multilingual tutor, with proficiency in French, Spanish, and German. She is also a certified yoga instructor and is currently practicing as a Wellness Advocate. Shannon is available to tutor in Fauquier County and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Mariana Education: Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics, Columbia University Subjects: SAT, ACT, K-12 English/Reading/Writing, ESL, Spanish, Academic Coaching Notes: Mariana is a skilled and professional tutor who has worked as an Instructor, Translator, and Program Coordinator at the Bell Language School and Columbia University Teachers College. Her experience includes training school faculty, helping international students assimilate to the U.S. education system, and teaching English conversation and grammar to over 100 students. Mariana is also fluent in Spanish and certified in Education Policy and Program Evaluation. She is currently working as a legislative intern, preparing policy documents and drafting materials for publication. Mariana is available to tutor in the metro DC area.

Tutor Name: Rachel Education: Boston University, Magna Cum Laude Subjects: MS/HS/AP English, MS/HS Reading, MS/HS Writing, AP Government, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Statistics, Academic Coaching, SSAT Reading, SSAT Verbal, SSAT Math, ACT English, ACT Reading, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, SAT Math Notes: Rachel is a recent graduate from a top-tier university with experience tutoring, mentoring, and instructing K-12th grade students. For two years, she was an A+ program instructor at the ASC School. She taught K-12 students on a weekly basis. Responsibilities included developing individualized action plans for specific one-on-one tutoring cases, creating syllabus for three-week enrichment course, and independently managing a classroom of 10+ students. Rachel was also a Boston University Trustee Scholar. She was selected from over 8,000 applicants to receive Boston University’s most prestigious merit-based award. She was a National Society of High School Scholars Academic Paper Award Winner and selected from over 3,000 applicants as one of twenty-five winners to receive cash prize. Rachel was the school valedictorian at Bishop Mackenzie International Secondary School.

Tutor Name: Peter Education: Master of Science in Mathematics from the University of Colorado Subjects: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry, and ACT Math Test Prep Notes: Peter is a gifted and dedicated mathematician whose experience includes collegiate teaching and private tutoring since 2005. His content knowledge and range are complemented by an interactive approach and a talent for simplifying complex material, making him uniquely qualified to help students who tend to struggle with math. Peter tutors students in northern Virginia and is available for service in Stafford and surrounding counties.

Tutor Name: Melissa Education: Master of Arts in Philosophy from Villanova University; Bachelor of Arts in History from Western Carolina University; Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Western Carolina University Subjects: SSAT English, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, ACT Reading, ACT Writing, High School English, High School Writing, AP English III, AP English IV, Middle School English, High School History, Middle School History, AP World History, AP Government Notes: Melissa has worked with students at the collegiate level for four years at Villanova University. She was a professional writing tutor from 2016 to 2017 and worked as a TA in Philosophy in the years following. She has excellent reading and writing skills, having served as a copy editor for a professional journal and is currently editing an academic book. She took many AP courses in high school and is familiar with the format of the tests. She is also familiar with the SAT and GRE and can help with the ACT as well. She loves working with students one on one to help them achieve their academic goals. Melissa tutors in the Charlotte NC area.

Tutor Name: Cassandra Education: Master of Science in Education from Virginia State University Subjects: SAT Reading, ACT English, ESL, Spanish, Academic Coaching, Phonics, K-3 Math, Statistics, US Government and History Notes: Cassandra is a highly experienced and versatile educator who has developed vocabulary, language arts, reading comprehension, and reading fluency strategies for both elementary and secondary students throughout her active teaching career. She uses a variety of instructional methods and motivational techniques to engage and inspire her students, and she has demonstrated success in helping students optimize their skills and pass SOL and other benchmark tests. Cassandra has taught in both the Richmond and Henrico County Public Schools systems, and she is currently an Academic Instructor for Pathways in Petersburg, where she helps students improve their skills in English, math, and social studies. Cassandra is currently available to tutor students in Richmond and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Stephanie Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Florida State University; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Columbus State University Subjects: ACT English, Reading, Science; SAT Math, Writing, Reading, Spanish, Algebra I/II, Calculus, and Trigonometry Notes: Stephanie is a seasoned educator who works as both a homeschool instructor and substitute teacher for Fauquier County Public Schools. Both roles involve thoughtful lesson planning, orderly sequence of instruction, and effective behavioral management of K-12 students. She has extensive knowledge of benchmark exams such as the SAT and ACT, achieving perfect scores on four of her diagnostic tests and tutoring students in all test subjects for nearly two decades. Stephanie’s previous work experience includes five years in nursing and thirteen years in developmental engineering and analysis as a Major in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. Stephanie is available to tutor students in Fauquier and surrounding counties.

Tutor Name: Paula
Education: Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from George Mason University
Subjects: Elementary and Middle School Reading and Writing; Academic Coaching; SAT/ACT Reading, Writing, and English; SSAT Reading, Synonyms, and Analogies; Algebra I
Notes: Paula has worked as both an elementary education teacher and an educational services coordinator in northern Virginia. Her diverse role as an educator included teaching six different subjects, planning appropriate lessons, and directing and enhancing student performances through her personable approach and strong communication skills. Her experience also includes writing, editing, and proofreading content for an online resource for teachers. Paula is a hands-on tutor whose engaging style and excellent rapport benefit students of all ages and academic ability. She is currently available to tutor students in Prince William and surrounding counties.

Tutor Name: Farrah Education: Bachelor of Arts in English from Virginia Commonwealth University Subjects: SAT Writing & Language, Reading, and Math, ACT English, Reading, Math, and Science, SSAT Math, Reading, and Synonyms, Middle School and High School English, Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, Spanish I, II, III Notes: Farrah is a versatile and adaptive tutor who has taught various subjects and academic skills to both children and adolescents. While tutoring abroad, she helped students in Spain to improve their English language skills, prepare for tests, and complete homework as assigned. She also tutored fellow students in math, creative writing, and Spanish while attending high school in Midlothian. Motivated and multitalented, Farrah has worked as a copyeditor, copywriter, grant writer, photographer, and designer. She is currently available for subject and test-prep tutoring in the Richmond area.

Tutor Name: Debi Education: Master of Arts in Education from George Mason University, Bachelor of Arts in History from Virginia Tech Subjects: SSAT/SAT/ACT Reading, Writing, English, Synonyms, Middle School and High School English, World and U.S. History, Government, Earth Science, Biology, Coaching, Special Needs Notes: Debi has a rich and reputable background in education, with experience teaching an impressive array of subjects in multiple academic and business settings. With demonstrated ability in improving performance outcomes, she has successfully served students who present special needs and challenges. Debi goes beyond the standard print and auditory materials typically presented in classrooms, using instead tactile, experiential, multisensory, and real-world modes of instruction to educate and motivate her students. She also understands the pivotal role that a good relationship plays in the success of a tutoring program and the realization of academic goals: “I think it’s extremely important to build rapport with my students so that learning doesn’t become an overwhelming and intimidating experience but, rather, a gratifying and growing one.” Debi is available to tutor students in Fauquier and surrounding counties.

Tutor Name: Josephine Education: Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics from Virginia Commonwealth University Subjects: SAT Math, Physics, Algebra I, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus  Notes: While attending Virginia Commonwealth University, Josephine tutored her fellow students in math subjects ranging from algebra to differential equations. She has since worked as a Coding and Robotics Facilitator, introducing children and young adults to basic circuitry and computer programming. She has also written a paper on water clusters that is soon to be published in the American Journal of Physical Chemistry. Josephine uses her solid communication and mathematical modeling skills to help her students analyze and understand complex material. She is also multilingual, with proficiency in Spanish and Tagalog. Josephine is available to tutor students in Richmond and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Malina Education: Bachelor of Arts in English from West Virginia University; Minor in Communication and Foreign Literature Subjects: ACT English, ACT Reading, SSAT Reading, SSAT Synonyms, ESL Notes: Malina is an outgoing and experienced tutor in multiple subjects: English, Reading, and Writing. She has experience working with students from the ages of 5 to 30. She has tutored her fellow classmates in high school and college, along with international ESL students through West Virginia University. She also traveled to Shanghai, China to teach English as a Second Language to elementary students. Malina is a published poet and has received over eight writing awards throughout her time in college for her creative poetry and short stories, along with her expository and research essays. In her free time, Malina loves to read, write, paint, swim, and spend time with her friends. Malina resides in the Charlotte NC area.

Tutor Name: Rebecca Education: Bachelor of Liberal Arts from Louisiana State University; Juris Doctorate from Vermont Law School Subjects: SAT/ACT Reading, Writing, English, Civics, Government, U.S. and World History, Academic Coaching/Special Needs Notes: Rebecca began her teaching career in 1992 at Quinsigamond Community College in Massachusetts, where she helped her students develop valuable reasoning and communication skills in her Business Law and Criminal Law classes. As a lawyer and member of the Committee for Public Counsel Services, Rebecca served as a special-education advocate, participated in the development of IEPs, and monitored the implementation of appropriate educational accommodations. She is highly skilled in persuasion, argumentation, articulation, and interpersonal communication with adults and children, including those who present psychological and intellectual challenges. Rebecca is currently working as a substitute teacher in a variety of K-12 classrooms for the Fauquier County School System. She is available to tutor students in Fauquier and surrounding counties.

Tutor Name: Cassandra
Education: Master of Arts in Education, George Mason University; Master of Arts in Mathematics, Nicholls State University
Subjects: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, SAT Math, ACT Math, ACT Science, SSAT Math
Notes: As an educator, Cassandra has extensive experience that includes 15 years of being a high school math teacher for the Prince William County School System. Cassandra is a gifted instructor who scored 100% on all her math tutor diagnostic tests and has helped her students excel due to her abilities to simplify content, illustrate concepts, and gauge student comprehension. She has a VA teaching license and has worked at 3 different PWCS high schools: Osbourn Park, Charles Cogan, and Stonewall Jackson. She has also been a Virtual Teacher for PWCS. She has taught Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Trigonometry, Discrete Math, AP Statistics, Pre-AP Geometry, Remedial Math, and Advance Math.

Tutor Name: Taylor Education: Bachelor of Psychology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute Subjects: SAT Math, ACT Math, SAT Writing, SAT Reading, ACT English, ACT Reading, ACT Science, U.S. History, Pre-Algebra, Spanish, Latin, Academic Coaching/Special Needs Notes: Taylor has a broad range of academic and teaching skills, including proficiency in all SAT and ACT test sections. As a teacher in Arlington, she saw her students steadily meet educational and developmental milestones. She has also worked intensively with the LD population as an ABA Therapist and Behavioral Health Coach, helping her clients develop and realize important life goals through comprehensive instruction and continuous support. Taylor is available to work with students in Prince William and surrounding counties.

Tutor Name: Reed Education: Master of Science in Applied Statistics from George Washington University; Master of Business Administration from University of North Carolina; Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina State University. Subjects: SAT Math, ACT Math, ACT Science, Algebra I & II, Trigonometry, Geometry, Statistics, Pre-calculus, Calculus, AP Calculus Notes: Reed is an accomplished mathematician and engineer who has taught math and physics for the past 10 years. He has worked as both a teacher and tutor for the Fairfax and Falls Church school systems. His most recent teaching position was at Strasburg High School, where he instructed students in Math Analysis, Probability, and Statistics. Prior to his teaching career, Reed was a manager for nearly 30 years at Potomac Electric Power Company in Washington, DC. He also worked as an engineer for the North Carolina Utilities Commission in Raleigh. Demonstrating expertise in his field, Reed has developed numerous real-world skills and optimized the most appropriate technological tools to help students work through course content with greater ease and efficiency. Reed currently resides in northern Virginia.

Tutor Name: Tiffany 
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from Mary Baldwin University, Master of Arts in Shakespeare and Performance from Mary Baldwin University 
Subjects: K-12 English/Reading/Writing, Academic Coaching, AP English 
Notes: Tiffany has taught English Composition and Voice, Diction, & Oral Reading. She has also been a teaching assistant and guest lecturer. Some topics she covers are: Gender in Renaissance Art and Literature and Script Analysis. She has led workshops on Anne Bogart's "Viewpoints."  She has also taught theatre production and costumes. She worked at the American Shakespeare Center as an Education Artist.  Tiffany resides in D.C. and can tutor inside the beltway on weekdays and weekends. 

Tutor Name: Bobby Education: Doctor of Medicine from Albany Medical College; Bachelor of Science in Biology and History from Union College Subjects: All ACT/SAT/SSAT/ISEE subjects, Writing, Reading Comprehension, Algebra I & II, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Geometry, History, Academic Coaching Notes: Bobby is a distinguished and accomplished educator who became a full-time teacher in 2014 after practicing medicine for over 15 years. His teaching experience includes multisubject test-prep tutoring for students of Charlotte Secondary School and Crossroads Charitable Foundation. Though specializing in writing and reading comprehension, Bobby has taught all branches of math and ELA for the ACT, SAT, and other standardized tests. He also directs a successful education and sports program that has been featured in the ESPN documentary Crossroads. As Head Teacher of the program, Bobby has developed curricula, study guides, practice questions, and coaching techniques that have consistently helped impoverished students increase their ACT performance by an average of 45%. Bobby scored 100% on all VHES tutor diagnostic tests, further demonstrating his extensive subject knowledge and commitment to academic excellence. Bobby is available to tutor students in Charlotte and surrounding areas.

Tutor Name: Karina Education: Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics, Bachelor of Arts in Logic from Smith College Subjects: ACT/SAT/SSAT Math, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, AP/BC Calculus, Geometry, Trigonometry Notes: Karina worked as a mathematics tutor and grader for three years while an undergraduate at Smith College in Massachusetts. Her knowledge of the subject is expert and extensive, as demonstrated by perfect scores on all VHES tutor diagnostic tests. Karina is a natural at solving math and logic problems, and her skill at explaining concepts in several different ways has underpinned her success at helping students learn and appreciate multiple branches of math. Karina plans to pursue a Ph.D. in mathematics and is currently available to tutor students virtually through the Lessonspace platform.

Tutor Name: Sally Education: Bachelor of Science in Zoology from Liverpool University; Postgraduate Certificate of Education in Science from University College London Subjects: Biology, ACT Science, SSAT/ISEE/HSPT Tests, ESL, Academic Coaching Notes: Sally is an accomplished and diverse educator whose experience includes teaching biology, science, reading, and English in the United Kingdom and Australia. Her extensive subject knowledge has led to prominent positions such as training students at Imperial College London for careers in teaching and heading the Biology department at Langley Grammar School in England. In addition to classroom teaching, Sally has over ten years of tutoring experience, successfully preparing students for both the GCSE and A-level exams. Sally is available for individual and group tutoring through the Lessonspace platform.

Tutor Name: Ken Education: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Math from Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC Subjects: SAT Math, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Physics, AP Physics, Chemistry, Academic Coaching Notes: Ken is a professional chemist with many years of experience in analytical chemistry and laboratory management in the paper and textile industries. He has proven skills in chemistry, math, and statistical methods through internal corporate training and South Carolina DHEC Environmental Lab Certification. Ken has been teaching multiple math and science disciplines to high school students since 2011. He also has nearly five decades of experience privately tutoring students in math, science, physics, chemistry, and SAT/ACT content. Ken currently lives in Charlotte, NC and is available for both online and in-person tutoring services.

About our tutors: Each tutor is interviewed one-to-one and not in a group setting. Tutor applicants must submit references and go through a criminal background check. Our tutors must take subject specific tests to demonstrate their content knowledge. Tutors also go through a training program and ongoing support is provided. A bachelor's degree is required in order to tutor with us. Interested in becoming a tutor? Email a cover letter describing your experience along with a resume to: contact@vinthilles.com.