80 online English Language Arts tutors near Washington, DC

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$120

3 lessons

60 mins each

Phil Ebersole
Silver Spring, MD

Teacher - Attorney

I love everything about writing - from the initial draft to the final edits - though writing good, solid prose is no walk in the park. But the benefits to learning how to write well, never stop. Scientists have even asserted that writing causes regions of a writer's brain to become more active because the writer may be subconsciously seeing the scenes in their head that they are writing down - just as though the action were happening to them in real life. When I taught high school social studies and tutored language arts, I always made sure that my students did a lot of writing. And though it may sound old-fashioned, I do still rely on E.B. White’s Elements of Style, as the foundation for teaching my students how to write. I know it has served me well in my work as a freelance writer formulating speeches and creating promotional pamphlets. My sense is that too often students and teachers allow the mechanics of writing to get in the way of what they want to express. I often tell my students to just "write what they mean." From there we can deal with the grammatical mechanics of writing, but with an emphasis on using the active voice. Using the active voice to write can be difficult to get used to, but when appropriately put to work, it often simplifies sentence structure, eliminates unnecessary words, and forces the students to write in more compellingly and persuasively. I think it's the key to good writing.

$120

3 lessons

60 mins each

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$17

1 lesson

30 mins each

Kyra Washington
Cherry Hill, NJ

AP High School Senior: Elevating Academic Excellence and Leadership to New Heights

As an honors English student for two years, followed by AP Language and AP Literature with strong grades, I've honed my understanding of literature, writing, and critical analysis. I excelled in my journalism and public speaking class, gaining college credits and practical skills in essay writing and presentation. As a high school senior, I bring a unique perspective and understanding of the challenges students face in preparing for higher education and beyond. My recent experiences navigating college applications, standardized testing, and academic expectations provide valuable insights that I can share with my students. Being a senior also means I am well-versed in the latest curriculum requirements and can offer relevant guidance tailored to current high school standards. Overall, my position as a high school senior enhances my qualifications as an English Language Arts tutor by allowing me to connect with students on a peer level, understand their concerns, and provide meaningful support as they navigate their own educational journeys. My passion for journalism, evident in my commitment to extracurricular activities and leadership roles, drives my dedication to English Language Arts. Moreover, my hands-on experience with children, both through club leadership, writing for my schools newspaper, participating in essay competitions, underscores my ability to communicate effectively and cater to diverse learning styles. Students should choose me as their English Language Arts tutor for my comprehensive expertise, practical experience, and genuine passion for the subject, ensuring engaging and effective learning experiences tailored to their needs.

$17

1 lesson

30 mins each

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