Michelle Toney
Tutor
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Professional educator in English and math, prepared to deliver impactful and effective learning experiences. Strong focus on individual learning styles and achieving results. Adept at adapting to changing needs while ensuring reliability. Skilled in curriculum development, lesson planning, and student engagement. Known for positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Varsity Tutors LLC And Self Employed
03.2022 - 10.2025
- Developed tailored lesson plans to meet individual student needs and enhance learning outcomes.
- Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions using interactive tools to improve student comprehension and retention.
- Monitored student progress through assessments and adapted instructional strategies accordingly.
- Provided constructive feedback to students, fostering a growth mindset and encouraging academic confidence.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student performance and develop strategies for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
English Tutor
Urban Green Education
09.2022 - Current
- Developed customized lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adjusting curricula as necessary to improve outcomes.
- Utilized technology tools to deliver remote tutoring sessions, expanding access for students in need.
- Boosted students' confidence in public speaking and presentations through regular, constructive feedback.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
ESL Teacher
VIPKID
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
George Mason University
Fairfax, VASkills
- Strong vocabulary skills
- Online teaching capabilities
- Motivating students
- Organizational and time management skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Lesson planning
- Critical thinking development
Certification
- TEFL Certiification, 2021
Timeline
English Tutor
Urban Green Education
09.2022 - Current
Tutor
Varsity Tutors LLC And Self Employed
03.2022 - 10.2025
ESL Teacher
VIPKID
09.2017 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
George Mason University