
Gabriela: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
I'm a rising junior at Harvard College. I study African American Studies with a secondary in Women's Studies and I am pursuing a language citation in Spanish. I aspire to one day go to business school. When I am not doing work, I can typically be found reading, writing, or dancing.
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Current Undergrad, African American Studies

Katie: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
Duke University, B.A., cum laude ~ Fulbright Scholar ~ Undergraduate Teaching Fellow I just graduated cum laude from Duke University with a B.A. in Psychology. I have extensive experience tutoring Psychology, English, ESL, Spanish, and SAT prep. I look forward to working with you to achieve your academic goals!
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Duke University - Current Undergrad, Psychology

Katelyn: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...tutoring for six years, predominately working with high school students, and have completed over 300 hours of volunteer tutoring. I am very passionate about learning (some may say that I am a nerd!) and strongly believe in learning because one genuinely desires to become knowledgable in the subject, rather than studying to master an exam. It is my utmost desire to watch my students grow and excel. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, dancing,...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Religious Studies,

Gwen: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...2018. I have taught four history courses at the college level, and I currently work as a Head Teacher at a learning center. I have over 6 years tutoring experience, and have been with Varsity Tutors since the fall of 2015! Through this company, I've worked with clients of all ages and I have enjoyed bringing an upbeat and positive attitude to help them meet and excel in their areas of focus.... Every student has the...
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Austin Peay State University - Bachelors, History and Political Science
University of Connecticut - Current Grad Student, History of Science and Medicine

Jeff: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...from the University of Pennsylvania. I also hold Pennsylvania Certification in Secondary English and Social Studies. I began teaching high school English at Philadelphia's Simon Gratz High School and Cherry Hill (New Jersey) High School East. After a lengthy career in marketing and advertising, I returned to teaching at several of Philadelphia's magnet schools, including Franklin Learning Center, Lankanau High School and William Bodine High School for International Affairs. While at Bodine, I developed the...
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Ithaca College - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
University of Pennsylvania - Masters in Education, Secondary English/Social Studies Education

Alexandra: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...who enjoys learning for the unadulterated sake of learning. It would be an honor to help you or your child love learning as much as I do. I am originally from Los Angeles, but I moved to rural Pennsylvania for college. I fell in love with the east coast after my first fall season. I recently graduated from Bucknell University, Summa Cum Laude, with a final GPA of 3.93. I pursued 3 majors: English, History,...
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Bucknell - Bachelors, History, English, and Spanish Triple Major

Kaitlyn: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...culture. It helps us think and form new ideas about our society. Other times, it can just be a fun way to escape into a whole new world and connect with people who have the same interest, like how Harry Potter has connected everyone. My goal is to help students have a better understanding on literature and it's meaning behind it. I also want to help them find their voice by writing words on a...
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Rowan College at Burlington County - Current Undergrad, English

Arianna: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...am currently working on my med and business endeavors. I have not only an interest, but a motivation to help others. I have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects from French to Essay Writing and Algebra to Chemistry! I want my students and tutees to see the value in themselves and know that they can accomplish anything...
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Dartmouth College - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Nicole: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...I am passionate about teaching and literacy. I love reading, and writing. I have written a children's book about two cows named Mona and Lisa. Working one on one with students, and helping them achieve their goals aligns perfectly with my drive to make learning fun and approachable. Test-taking is that much easier when you have a game-plan. I will help you build and execute strategies that will deliver. I am a highly experienced educator...
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College of Saint Rose - Bachelors, History Education
Capella University - PHD, Professional Studies in Education

Tarah: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...Korea, I taught English to middle school students for a year and upon moving back to the U.S. immediately returned to tutoring. While the subjects I tutor run the gamut, I am most excited about History (World, African, & African- American), Earth and Life Sciences, Literature, and Social Studies, because they deal the most with transforming how we see the world. In my free time, this theme of self-improvement and transformation continues. I am a...
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Pitzer College - Bachelors, Organizational Studies & Africana Studies
Marylhurst University - Masters, Sustainable Business and Natural Resource Management

Timothy: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
A teacher who is passionate about History and passionate about teaching. I love students and I love teaching motivated learners.
Education & Certification
University of Southern Mississippi - Bachelor in Arts, History
William Carey University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Neil: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...love empowering others as they pursue their dreams. I particularly enjoy tutoring Philosophy because it allows students to develop thinking skills that can be applied to other subjects. I have an extensive background in individualized instruction gleaned from teaching music to students of all ages and skill levels for eight years. I believe that every student has a unique way of approaching concepts and problems, and it is my job to quickly identify their learning...
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Florida State University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Soleil: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...drinking as much coffee and tea as humanly possible. I have big aspirations and I'm constantly striving to make them a reality, but I also really love helping people. In fact, it's one of my favorite things to do. I try my best to do it as much a possible through volunteer work and tutoring. I used to tutor when I was in high school to fellow students in algebra, statistics, english, and history. When...
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Syracuse University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Syracuse University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Meg: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...time with my students. One of my strategies is teaching to the whole student. I make time to build a rapport by learning about students lives and interests. I always express a genuine concern for my students and use that rapport to construct a positive learning environment. It seems small but I need my students to feel appreciated and respected, valued and smart! I set high expectations for students and encourage them to reach their...
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Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Communication, General
Baldwin-Wallace College - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Damany: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
Dedicated to Helping you understand material, from the perspective that best works for you! I enjoy teaching the space sciences (astronomy) as well as philosophy, religion, history and politics, also any type of essay writing or reading comprehension. As the President and founder of the Philosophy Club at my Alma Mater, I await spreading the knowledge I gathered to the youth in this virtual platform.... Education works best when material is explained from your own level...
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Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University - Bachelors, Philosophy & Religion

Courtney: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
I am an experienced writer and content manager and currently looking to help students who want to strengthen their writing skills. Having worked for 4 years as a professional writer and content manager helped me gained great knowledge, experience, and skills valuable in writing. As I continue to reach new career goals, I want to share my knowledge and tips with those looking for help.
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University of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, English

Elliot: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
I seek to provide the best tutoring available to help all students from all walks of life succeed. I am a graduate of the IB program with the full diploma, as well as a graduate of Stanford University in African American Studies. I have experience in classroom teaching and in building curriculum for non profit programs in music and technology.
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Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, African American Studies

Marc: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...was ever achieved without enthusiasm." That statement fits me to a "T". I am an enthusiastic School-Based Teacher Leader in a K-8 school in the School District of Philadelphia, and I have a huge passion for teaching! That being said I graduated from Rutgers University in History for my undergraduate, Eastern University for a Masters Degree in Elementary / Urban Education. I love elementary and middle school and teach high school students history at night....
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Rutgers University-Camden - Bachelor of Fine Arts, History
Eastern University - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Shelley: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...an endorsement to teach students who speak a language other than English as a first language. At the core of my teaching style is my ability to create a supportive learning environment, strong organizational plan, and a setting in which my students can feel open to ask questions that will promote their success. My personal experiences and genuine passion for education have shaped my desire to tutor. I believe that, with the appropriate support, every...
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Spellman College - Bachelor of Science, Anthropology and Sociology
Georgia State University - Master of Arts, Early Childhood Education
State Certified Teacher

Lani: African-American History tutor
Certified African-American History Tutor
...of a B+ cumulative average and received an A on the proficiency exam. From my experience working as a legal intern at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and a History major, I have strong writing and research background. During my time at Williams, I also worked as a student technology consultant and a teaching assistant to a high-school summer program on campus. What makes me unique as a tutor is that I can empathize...
Education & Certification
Williams College - Bachelors, History
Private In-Home and Online African-American History Tutoring
Receive personally tailored African-American History lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with in-home and online tutoring that offers flexible scheduling and your choice of locations.How can African-American History tutoring help you succeed?
Depending on which college or university you are attending, your African American history course can cover any number of a wide variety of subjects. Some programs focus on social history, some on political history, and some on significant African American individuals. Regardless of what focus your course takes, Varsity Tutors can connect you with quality African American history tutoring that may improve your chances of doing well in the course.
Although courses differ, the main eras that are generally covered include:
- African origins and the African slave trade
- Slavery, resistance, rebellion, and abolition in the US
- The Civil War, emancipation, reconstruction, and Jim Crow
- The world wars and the Great Depression
- The Civil Rights Movement
- The era of Obama and forward
With professional African American history tutoring, you can gain extra time outside the classroom to focus on the lives lived by African Americans in our nation from slavery through the modern day. You can learn to identify trends, causal relationships, and the shifts in American culture brought about by African American music, religion, values, and more. Your African American history tutor can help you learn about significant historical figures and the contributions they made to the African American community by using study methods that work best for your unique strengths and learning style.
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