Award-Winning Tutors serving Chesterfield, VA

...in guiding students through their learning journeys, helping them overcome challenges, and witnessing their growth and success. Each student's unique perspective and curiosity inspire me, and I am committed to supporting their academic and personal development. I have experience teaching in classroom settings, where I designed and implemented lesson plans, facilitated discussions, and created a positive learning environment. Engaging with a diverse group of students taught me to adapt my teaching strategies to meet various...

...orthopedics, and general debilitation. My background also includes Director of Rehabilitation, fieldwork educator, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, lecture and clinical lab instructor, and acting Program Director at an OTA college. My ability to inspire, motivate, and build confidence in staff and students is borne of compassion and appreciation of the multitude of outstanding professionals I have had the privilege of working with. I believe that utilizing real-life patient examples are essential in learning. I love to...

...Technicians, and is board certified as a Tactical Paramedic by the International Board of Specialty Certifications. Mr. Fischer is also an ALCS and PALS Instructor through the American Heart Association, and an AHDR, AMLS, EMS Safety, GEMS, PHTLS, and PTEP Instructor through the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians. Mr. Fischer has ten years of medical and public safety experience, including positions within Pittsburgh and Richmond area hospitals, the Fire Department, EMS, and Federal Law...

...the subject going forward. This is true across subjects, but particularly in math, science, photography, and various computer software packages such as Photoshop. I truly believe all students can learn, and I enjoy the challenge and rewards working with a struggling student and seeing them "get" something they didn't think was possible. I am a lifelong learner myself. I happily spend time traveling, reading, trying a new recipe or a new craft, or expanding my...

...the pharmaceutical industry for 35 years. Through this experience, I have kept up-to-date in the scientific fields of my Ph.D. dissertation, Biology (Microbiology) and Biochemistry. I enjoy working with students and realize that not all students learn in the same way. So, my first task as a teacher is to make the material that I am teaching relevant and interesting to the student. This needs to be established on a continuing basis, but when successful,...

I am an English teacher and Masters of Teaching student looking to tutor full time! I can teach any elementary subject, and middle school and high school language arts + writing.

Hello! My name is Ashley Patterson, a career educator and learner for over 20 years. I live in Virginia with my family and love to help kids be the best learners they can be. Any subject from Latin to basic elementary reading or math can be easy for any person! I strive to help each learner unlock the potential in their brain :)

...an internship in a sixth-grade classroom. During my internship, I helped teach the subject math. I also participated in a two year peer mentoring program. In this program, I built one-on-one relationships with students K-6. I have a passion for math, and I am improving my math abilities every day. I have a strong belief that there is more than just one way to learn math. With every student I teach, I strive to find...

...professors who took the time to guide my education and help me enjoy learning. Any subject can be taught, as long as the person teaching is fully engaged with the subject matter and can translate enthusiasm to the student. Albert Einstein once said, "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough." I know for a fact that if it weren't for great teachers explaining subjects 'simply,' I wouldn't be the person...

...in 2019 with a bachelors in Physics but teach Math because this is a subject I love. I excel in multidisciplinary projects and have a passion for relating the math and science to the real world. I believe there is always an opportunity to learn surprising things from their class. There are no dumb questions and no job is too small :^) I believe that everyone has different ways to learn. My job as a...

...totaling 8 years. I am most passionate about reading, writing, and science. I love teaching students how to build their confidence as learners and showing them a fun side to education. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, spending time with my family, and...

...of my life. I love teaching children and adults. I am a Lead Family Services Specialist (Employment Services) with Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Social Services since 2006, and also a 5th grade teacher at Richmond Japanese weekend school since 2009. I also have experiences in tutoring to elementary students in Pennsylvania, teaching English to Japanese children and adults in Japan for 3 years. I love seeing students achieving their goals. I love seeing students's joy in their...

...was the development of Open Educational Resources (OERs); essentially developing a living, breathing online textbook made by students for students. I worked one on one with students to review their curations as well as to evaluate their engagement with the course. I have found that the mastery of a subject has just as much to do with the content of the course as with the method of learning the content in question. Adapting my teaching...

...Tech with a bachelors of arts in human development and a masters of education in curriculum and instruction in special education. I have taught in both public and private schools for the past 16 years. I have taught grades k-8 almost every subject! I am certified as both a special education and English as a second language teacher. I believe that all students can learn. It is important to focus each student's strengths in order...

...helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests is the most rewarding area for me to tutor because they can see and achieve their goals in a shorter and more definitive way. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. As a graduate student and lifelong learner, I practice what I preach.

...the military, tutored around the world as well as in multiple states in the U.S., and taught full-time in Virginia. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, and Science. I feel most fulfilled when my students have those "Ah-Ha" moments and are able to overcome academic struggles. I believe in making concrete real-world connections, as well as chunking and breaking difficult concepts into manageable pieces to find student...

...joy in my students to get them motivated. I believe in a comfortable and communicative environment for my students to thrive in. A main focus in my ESL teaching philosophy is to allow the transition from my sessions to a new environment, such as their school classroom, as easy as possible. Providing students with comfort in the language, speaking skills, and range of motivating activities will prepare them for this transition. The same idea can...

Hello my name is Taleesa Meeks and I have a passion for teaching history. I love sharing my passion with students in hopes that they may grow to understand the importance of history as much as I do. ... My teaching philosophy is that all students are able to learn if given the proper tools, resources, and guidance. It is my job, as an educator, to provide students with the tools to be successful.... In a...

...Henderson Middle School, located in the Northside community of Richmond. Collectively, my students improved their yearly exams by at least 30 percent. I also served as the Axiom Site Coordinator to lead a team of eight tutors, manage administrative communications, and ensure student evaluations are recorded. I aimed to meet each student where they were and identified creative ways for the student to obtain a better understanding of the objective. Coaching the students with patience...

I am one of those wacky people who loves the English language. For 31 years, I've had the privilege to share my love of learning. I have extensive experience working with students with extreme anxiety as well as a multitude of learning differences. Truly, I believe that leaning should be enjoyable for all parties involved!