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Bethesda, Maryland

Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks French, Spanish
Teaching since 2014
Bachelor's of Science in Foreign Service (International Economics, African Studies)

    About Alyssa S.

    Alyssa has been teaching since August 2014, when she was an economics teaching assistant at her university. She also has experience with college guidance counselling and teaching English as a second language. Alyssa is available to meet at nearby coffee shops or for online sessions. She's helped students improve their grades, better understand their assignments, and engage more deeply with their classwork materials. Alyssa received a Bachelor's of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University (International Economics and African Studies) in May 2015. She received a cumulative 2210 on the SAT. As an expert in her field, she looks forward to helping students reach their potential. To this end, her approach is student-driven, friendly, and comprehensive.

    Instructor details

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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    6 AM-6 PM
    Tuesday
    6 AM-6 PM
    Wednesday
    6 AM-6 PM
    Thursday
    6 AM-6 PM
    Friday
    6 AM-6 PM
    Saturday
    6 AM-6 PM
    Sunday
    6 AM-6 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $25
    45 minutes
    $35
    60 minutes
    $45
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    Experience

    College Guidance Mentor

    Aug, 2012 - Dec, 2013

    Strive for College

    Provided technical and emotional support to high school seniors navigating the college process at Bell Multicultural High School in Washington, DC

    Research Assistant

    May, 2015 - Aug, 2015

    Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab

    Played an integral role in the maintenance and logistical implementation of several randomized controlled trials on economic and political issues in the field in Johannesburg, South Africa

    Research Assistant

    Jan, 2015 - May, 2015

    Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center

    Composed and edited literature reviews on the efficacy of financial education programs

    English as a Second Language Tutor

    Sep, 2014 - May, 2015

    Arlington County Detention Facility

    Provided English as a second language instruction to predominantly Hispanic inmates at the Arlington County Detention Facility, using worksheets and other materials

    Teaching Assistant

    Aug, 2014 - Dec, 2014

    Georgetown University - Economics Department

    Graded problem sets and exams; provided homework help

    Research Assistant

    Jan, 2013 - Dec, 2013

    Inter-American Dialogue

    Produced policy papers and conducted research related to remittances and migration in Central America

    Education

    High School Diploma

    Aug, 2007 - Jun, 2011

    Ranney School

    Bachelor's of Science in Foreign Service (International Economics, African Studies)

    Aug, 2011 - May, 2015

    Georgetown University

    Certifications

    CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System) Pre-K Observer

    Oct, 2015

    Teachstone

    Certified observer and evaluator of pre-kindergarten classrooms

    Awards

    AP Scholar with Distinction

    Aug, 2011

    CollegeBoard

    Magna Cum Laude

    May, 2015

    Georgetown University

    Affiliations

    National Honors Society

    Apr, 2010

    The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1921.

    Phi Beta Kappa

    May, 2015

    The Phi Beta Kappa Society celebrates and advocates excellence in the liberal arts and sciences. Its campus chapters invite for induction the most outstanding arts and sciences students at America’s leading colleges and universities. The Society sponsors activities to advance these studies — the humanities, the social sciences, and the natural sciences — in higher education and in society at large.

    Mu Alpha Theta

    Apr, 2010

    Mu Alpha Theta is the National High School and Two-Year College Mathematics Honor Society with over 103,000 student members in June 2014 in more than 2100 schools. We are dedicated to inspiring keen interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in the subject, and promoting the enjoyment of mathematics in high school and two-year college students.

    Languages

    Spanish

    Limited Proficiency

    French

    Professional Proficiency

    Private Lessons

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    • 300+ subjects to choose from
    • Meet online or in person
    • Free on-demand videos and articles

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