Top Social Studies Tutors serving Olathe
Colton: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...English grammar to organic chemistry and calculus. Similarly, I've worked as a private tutor in SAT prep, AP test prep, and French, as the latter is my native language. For that reason, I like tutoring foreign languages, since a foreign language is a process that doubles one's ability to communicate with others without the need for a translator or dictionary. However, I'd say test prep is my favorite subject to tutor, as the progress has...
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Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Russell: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...always personal favorites. Even more importantly, in my pursuit of the sciences and humanities I have not just mastered two different types of content; rather, I’ve mastered two different ways of thinking. Because I understand both the way a strong humanities student might think and the way a strong science student might think, I’m able to ‘translate’ for students who are strong in one but not the other. I can make science verbal, and I...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Chemistry & Classics
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Katherine: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...my peers with coursework as an undergraduate at Notre Dame. I believe learning looks different for everyone, and a little patience and creativity can go a long way in tutoring. My day job in refugee resettlement utilizes my communication skills and my ability to solve real-life logic problems, like those on the LSAT and college admissions tests. I specialize in writing as a professional skill and personal hobby; I like to read, eat, paint, and...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Helen: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, or practical life skills, I have been afforded the lifelong privilege to work with students to achieve tangible results. Having taught as the lead teacher in a conventional classroom for ten years, I regularly use my professional skills to tutor outside the schoolhouse. In addition, I have been afforded the opportunity to collectively teach over 6,000 English online classes. By instructing and mentoring with a wide variety of techniques,...
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University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Communications Technologies
Joshua: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...tutoring while I studied abroad in Thailand. I developed personalized English language programs for Thai graduate-level students. When I returned to the United States, I taught refugee fifth grade boys in all subjects for a year. I have tutored middle school and high school students in Geometry, Algebra, Writing, and Chemistry. And I have tutored college students in Biology. For tutoring, I create personalized study strategies based on a student’s strength and weaknesses. I work...
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Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelors, International Relations and Environmental Science
Francis Miguel: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...Senate, where I am involved in a myriad of duties regarding issues with the administration, staff, faculty, and the student body. I am a promoter of leadership and self confidence, as they are important soft skills to develop not only professionally, but academically as well. Leadership and confidence translates into drive, and drive translates to motivation, tenacity, and self-enterprise. I am an avid trivia geek, a giant science nerd, and a musician! I love to...
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Rockhurst University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Chloe: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
I am a second year medical student at the University of Kansas School of Medicine with an interest in surgery. I hope to make a difference in the world, be it large or small and through teaching I can accomplish that!
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University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
ACT Reading: 34
ACT Science: 33
Kali: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...of Fine Arts in Illustration and Social Practice. I am here to help others reach their artistic goals and learn about the world through our rich artistic past. I tutor in the Arts. My teaching experience comes from my dedication to community engagement surrounding the arts. Over the past five years I have worked directly with nonprofits and in community arts programs. I am a firm believer that by learning of others stories we may...
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Kansas City Art Institute - Bachelor in Arts, Illustration
Thomas: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...(patiently) worked with me to break down problems and build to progressively more complicated ones. By my sophomore year, I was able to take (and do well in!) calculus, a subject I never thought I would be able to tackle. I think the keys to my success in overcoming anxiety was my teacher's ability to not only pinpoint concepts I was struggling with, but also her willingness to calmly guide me through tasks and bring...
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University of Kansas - Bachelors, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
University of Melbourne Australia - Masters, Masters in Teaching (Secondary)
GRE: 312
GRE Quantitative: 155
GRE Verbal: 157
Jim: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...I have traveled extensively throughout the United States, visiting all 50 states and numerous presidential birthplaces and homes, museums, gravesites, battlefields, and monuments. I am a strong proponent of education, believing that it is the key to a happy and successful life and I believe in motivating and inspiring my students and clients to work hard to reach their true potential. I believe in providing a high-quality education that meets the needs of a wide-variety...
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The Pennsylvania State University - Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education
Ishana: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...with a Biochemistry emphasis and minoring in Music, on the pre-med track. I am passionate about healthy living, mentally and physically. I love to tutor students in a variety of subjects, but I specifically enjoy and have experience in tutoring on ACT/SAT, college applications, and AP classes. I think that every human has the potential to learn and succeed in their field of interest with perseverance and right attention from a mentor.
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Washington University in StLouis - Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
Myeesa: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
I have a passion for education and I love being able to guide students on their journey to better themselves. I strive to make sure that you are walking away from me with more knowledge and confidence.
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Western Governors University - Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management
Ron: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...father of 4 and Mechanical Engineering graduate of the Milwaukee School of Engineering. I started tutoring math in high school, and continued through college. I have always enjoyed helping others to understand, and I find great satisfaction and joy in serving others in this area of their education. When I am not at work as an estimator for the energy industry, I enjoy reading and outdoor activities with my wife and kids.
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Milwaukee School of Engineering - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Lauren: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...subjects. In my experience, helping struggling students with preparation and study skills leads to self-sufficient learners who are capable of tackling any challenges they encounter. I am a firm believer in the value of education and the importance of taking charge of one's own learning. Teachers can only do so much, it is the responsibility of the student to attack new challenges with fervor. I am currently working towards a degree and/or career in International...
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Northwest Missouri State University - Bachelor of Education, Social Studies Teacher Education
Olli: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...learn about the mistakes and triumphs of the past in order to understand how our actions today can have a positive or negative impact in the future. And I truly believe that effective communication is key in every aspect of life, from getting to know other people, to being able to evaluate situations intelligently, and spreading worthwhile ideas, both verbally and in written form. Even though I find learning a lot of fun, I do...
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Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Eli: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
I have over eight years experience tutoring, mostly in math and science, but other subjects as well. I attempt to find analogous concepts from a student's other interests or daily experiences to make abstract concepts more understandable. I believe that generally, grasping a concept follows on from realizing it's not so foreign as we used to think.
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University of Missouri Kansas City - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Ayesha: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
I believe that education is the best, and sometimes only, way to level the playing field. I'm currently studying to be an elementary teacher and love working with students of all ages. Working with students on a daily basis has helped me to hone in on how to tailor lessons to individual students needs. I am excited to get the opportunity to continue this work through varsity tutors!
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University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 32
Sidney: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...given in schools. Schools are teaching hard facts and not showing students how subjects can be applied to real life. Students miss out on many wonderful realizations in their daily lives because they don't understand how chemistry helped create computers, or the historical context that has created the current political climate. Tutoring sessions with me are structured much differently than a traditional class. I don't lecture; Learning with me is a conversation in which we...
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University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 34
Michael: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...a means of making a living has helped me exercise and refine my skill set as a personal academic instructor. Partnering up with Varsity Tutors has provided me with a golden opportunity to continue helping students hone their own academic performance across a wide array of subjects, and my own tutoring background, coupled with my flexible schedule as a by-day real estate investor and independent business owner who possesses total control over his hours, puts...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, History
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Christian: Olathe Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Olathe, KS
...goal was (and still is) to earn a teaching certificate, but that is still a ways off. What else could I do? An idea hit me. Just because I am not a student anymore, however, does not mean I can't still dedicate myself to learning. There is no better way to do that than to help others learn too, and that is, most of all, what I want to do. I hope you, too, will...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Classical Civilizations
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Masters, Latin
ACT Composite: 32
GRE Quantitative: 156
GRE Verbal: 164
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