(3313) Funkstown English Tutors

• 100 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

I am an award-winning writer (my book of nonfiction is a critically acclaimed, NY TIMES reviewed collection of essays). I have worked as a teacher/editor/freelance writer for more than thirty years. I taught English as a Foreign Language abroad, have taught adult literacy, tutored students with lear... Read more

• 40 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

My strategy for tutoring is to have a student become confident in their task. My plan is preparation and awareness. I take the subject at hand and prepare a student on how to be prepared for class, be ready for quizzes and tests and to be attentive and interested in a class. I have outline methods a... Read more

• 40 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

From an early age I was informed of the importance of a good education. It wasn’t until I began to tutor that I learned that the key to knowledge is not just a good education, but a desire to learn. With this in mind, I strive to impart desire for knowledge onto my tutees to motivate them to seek knowledge both in and outside of school. My personal passion for learning brought me to Carleton College where I graduated in 2012 with a dual Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and the Studio Ar Read more

• 85 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

Having lived and worked overseas, I understand the challenges of learning another language and navigating through a new culture. I know how important it is to be able to clearly express yourself in a second or third language. I have over 20 years of experience working creatively with international s... Read more

• 40 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

I am a native French speaker, I speak 4 languages but the one I love the most is French. I have taught French at all schools levels. I also tutored students from high school as well as middle school. I tutored 2 students who were taking their International Diploma in French for native speaker.I enj... Read more

• 40 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

My bachelor's degree is in music education, and I taught instrumental and vocal music for one year in a small town in northern Minnesota. After leaving that position, I was a substitute teacher in the Minneapolis and St. Paul schools for about three years. I sometimes taught other subjects, and no... Read more

• 75 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

I work with creative gifted students and adults who want to accelerate their studies.My gifted youth program teaches students many subjects. In elementary math fundamentals we cover patterns and algorithms alongside fundamental studies. In algebra we use video games to build understanding and practical work to build confidence in the basics of abstract math. Geometry is used to understand proof work and to gain a better understanding of algebra skills through real world examples. Depending on Read more

• 50 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

If you need to study English to help with your career growth, to better understand American culture, or just for your personal fulfillment, then I would be more than happy to take you to new heights. For me, helping students with their English has always been a source of delight and satisfaction for... Read more

• 45 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

Proven success in teaching TOEFL English, English as a Second Language, and GRE/SAT English. I have taught TOEFL for 15 years--here in DC at small private schools, at KAPLAN, and one-on-one. I've taught foreign language speakers from The Republic of Georgia, China, Finland and all points in between... Read more

• 50 / hr
• Washington , DC ( 20008 )

I am a native Mandarin-speaker from Chenzhou, in Hunan, China. I worked as a full-time elementary and middle school teacher in Chinese public schools for 5 years before moving to the United States. During my years of teaching experience, I taught many subjects, including English, history, geography, ethics, and Chinese. I taught all of my subjects in Mandarin - except for English class, of course.I speak native standard Mandarin Chinese (as well as 3 local dialects from Hunan). Chinese pub Read more