Individual & Group Tutoring

I provide personalized English Language Arts (ELA), History/Social Studies, and Civics/Government tutoring for students across all public and private school learning levels. As an educator, my goal has always been to not only build students’ confidence in their abilities and empower them to excel at school, but to also extend their learning beyond what is required of them in their classes and help them cultivate a genuine love for learning.

  • In-person sessions are either arranged at students’ homes or local libraries. For students’ convenience and accessibility, virtual sessions are also available and will be conducted via Jitsi Meet. In addition to individual tutoring, I also offer group sessions at discounted rates. If parents are interested in forming groups of 2-4 students (per grade level: elementary, middle, and high school), I can work with you to build lesson plans based on the students’ needs.

  • Themed group classes meet consistently throughout the school year and over the summer, which helps students deepen skills over a longer period of time and stay engaged in learning beyond their regular schoolwork. Classes will either meet weekly, two times per month, or once a month, in-person at a public library, or online, on Jitsi Meet. Enrollment is rolling.

Individual Tutoring by Grade Level

Fall 2025–Summer 2026

Elementary School (Grades K-6)

  • Develop strong reading and writing foundations early on.

    Support will include:

    1. Phonics and reading fluency

    2. Reading comprehension and critical thinking skills

    3. Grammar and vocabulary

    4. Foundational writing skills and different types of writing

    5. Homework help and literacy enrichment

  • Build curiosity about the past and introduce core history, geography, civics, and economics concepts.

    Students will learn about:

    1. Communities and cultures, historical figures, and major U.S. or world events

    2. Introduction to maps, timelines, and primary sources

    3. How laws work and how governments function

    4. Reading social studies and nonfiction texts

    5. Developing curiosity about the world

  • Individual Sessions:

    • In-person: $50/hr

    • Online: $45/hr

    Groups of 2-4:

    • In-person: $45/hr (per student)

    • Online: $40/hr (per student)

Middle School (Grades 7-8)

  • Improve critical thinking and build advanced writing skills.

    Support will include:

    1. Literary analysis and advanced reading comprehension

    2. Essay structure and writing mechanics (structure, thesis, support)

    3. Essay feedback and revisions

    4. Advanced vocabulary development

    5. How to conduct basic research for writing essays

    6. Creative writing, poetry, journalistic writing, and more

  • Learn more advanced concepts in civics, economics, and geography within the context of United States history, and develop intellectual skills required for responsible citizenship.

    7th graders will learn about:

    1. Foundational U.S. and world history topics and skills for historical and geographical analysis

    2. American history since 1865

    3. Essay writing and organizing historical arguments

    4. Interpreting primary and secondary sources

    5. Understanding the Constitution, branches of government, and civic responsibility

    8th graders will learn to:

    1. Constitutions of Virginia and the United States

    2. Identify the rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens

    3. Describe the structure and operation of government at the local, state, and national levels

    4. Connect historical events to current issues

    Essay feedback and revisions also available by request.

  • Targeted prep sessions for:

    1. PSAT Reading and Writing section

    2. Master reading and testing pacing, learn standardized testing strategies

    3. Vocabulary development and grammar review tailored to each test

    4. Timed practice, focused drills for different question types, and detailed feedback

  • Individual Sessions:

    • In-person: $60/hr

    • Online: $55/hr

    Groups of 2-4:

    • In-person: $55/hr (per student)

    • Online: $50/hr (per student)

High School (Grades 9-12)

  • Excel in challenging coursework and exams with advanced critical thinking and written communication skills.

    Support will include:

    1. Close reading and analysis of literature and nonfiction

    2. Essay writing & citations (analytical, persuasive, comparative, research, creative)

    3. Timed writing & testing strategies for AP/IB English

    4. Personalized feedback on school assignments (regular, honors, AP/IB, or private English curriculum)

    5. Essay feedback and revisions

  • Develop advanced historical thinking, analysis, research, and writing skills and achieve a deeper understanding of the history, systems, and cultures that still impact the world today.

    Support will include:

    1. Thematic and chronological study of U.S. History, World History, Government, Economics, and other humanities electives

    2. Standard, honors, AP, IB, and private school coursework

    3. In-depth support for essay writing, research, and presentations

    4. Preparation for standardized tests and civics assessments

    5. Critical discussions about social change, policy, and government systems

    6. Essay feedback and revisions

  • Targeted prep sessions for:

    1. SAT Reading and Writing section

    2. ACT English and Reading sections

    3. Humanities AP/IB exam prep

    4. Master reading and testing pacing, learn standardized testing strategies

    5. Vocabulary development and grammar review tailored to each test

    6. Timed practice, focused drills for different question types, and detailed feedback

  • This class is for rising high school seniors (Grade 12) who are starting to brainstorm and write their college essays and supplementals.

    I will introduce the college application personal narrative essay to students, work with them to write compelling and authentic college essays, and provide detailed feedback and revisions.

    Support will include:

    1. Understanding what admissions officers are looking for

    2. Brainstorming meaningful topics and personal growth themes

    3. Structuring a powerful personal narrative and writing in the student’s unique voice

    4. Coming up with an effective hook

    5. Detailed feedback and revisions from an experienced college essay editor and former admissions interviewer

    6. Writing the Common App essay, the University of California personal insight questions, and college-specific supplementals

    7. Offline revisions if needed

  • Individual Sessions:

    • In-person: $70/hr

    • Online: $65/hr

    Groups of 2-4:

    • In-person: $65/hr (per student)

    • Online: $60/hr (per student)

Ongoing Enrichment Group Classes

Fall 2025–Summer 2026

  • Classes are available for Grades 4-6, Grades 7-9, and Grades 10-12.

    I have designed this class to be a supportive space for students to strengthen their academic writing through guided practice and feedback. Throughout the year, we will explore different types of writing, including but not limited to: persuasive, expository, personal narrative, research, historical analysis, literary analysis, and compare/contrast essays.

    Format:

    • Weekly 1 hour sessions

    • Min 4 and Max 6 students per group

    • Writing sessions focused on structure, clarity, feedback, and revision

  • Classes are available for Grades 7-9 and Grades 10-12.

    This class is for students interested in participating in local, regional, or national reading/writing contests. Students will receive individualized coaching to improve their reading/writing skills and gain the confidence they need to submit their writing in these competitions.

    Examples:

    1. Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

    2. New York Times Student Contests

    3. Fairfax County Library Short Story Contest

    4. John Locke Global Essay Prize

    Format:

    • Weekly 1 hour sessions

    • Min 4 and Max 6 students per group

    • Brainstorming and writing sessions with detailed feedback and revisions

  • Classes are available for Grades 7-9 and Grades 10-12.

    Format:

    • Weekly 1 hour sessions

    • Min 6 and Max 8 students per group

    • Group discussions with light optional research or reflection activities

    Every week, I will lead students through exploring news stories, analyzing sources and media bias, and discussing current events through a critical lens with their peers. These sessions will help students advance their critical thinking skills, build civic awareness, and learn how to participate in respectful discussions about real-world issues.

    Example topics:

    1. Comparing how different news outlets report on the same kinds of issues

    2. Analyzing social movements

    3. Discussing Supreme Court decisions and their impact

    4. Identifying misinformation on social media

    5. Understanding how media shapes narratives

    6. Being aware of current events thinking deeply about impact on different communities

  • Classes are available for Grades 4-6, Grades 7-9, and Grades 10-12.

    My creative writing labs are where students can explore writing fiction, poetry, and personal narratives. I will provide thought-provoking prompts each session, encourage peer sharing, and provide feedback. Students will develop their unique voices as authors and gain confidence as creative writers in a nurturing, collaborative environment.

    Format:

    • 1 hour sessions, once every 2 weeks

    • Min 4 and Max 6 students per group

    • Brainstorming and writing sessions with detailed feedback and revisions

  • Book clubs are available for Grades 1-3, Grades 4-6, Grades 7-9, and Grades 10-12.

    Every month, I will facilitate a book club discussion for students to reflect on a different novel, short story, or nonfiction book. Monthly readings will be chosen based on students’ interests. Through these discussions, students will deepen reading comprehension skills, explore various literary themes, and practice expressing their ideas in a thoughtful manner.

    Format:

    • One 2 hour session per month

    • Min 6 and Max 8 students per group

    • Group discussions with light optional research or reflection activities

  • Hourly rates per student:

    • In-person: $40/hr

    • Online: $35/hr