Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving Rockville, MD

Proud Kansan. Eclectic educator. Superfan of all things social studies. University of Minnesota alumnus, with degrees in Global Studies, History, and Political Science. Currently in pursuit of a M.S.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Kansas. Over a decade of experience in social studies education presently teaching 7th Grade Ancient World Civilizations in Washington, D.C.

...as much as I have! I first started tutoring in high school, and I've enjoyed helping students from kindergarten age through college work through challenging concepts to gain a better understanding of the material. I'm a strong believer that "hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard". Not all subjects come easy to everyone, but with the right attitude, anything is possible. I hope that through tutoring I can help students set and reach...

...My name is Ellis McKennie and I am excited for the opportunity to be a tutor with Varsity Tutors! I am a former college football player at the University of Maryland. I recently graduated from law school and live in Washington, DC where I work as an attorney for a big law firm. I am excited to have the opportunity to tutor students in areas where I have had a great deal of experience and...

...and intend to one day become a United States Diplomat or work in the Department of Justice in Washington D.C. My hobbies include running, playing volleyball and scrolling through twitter looking for hilarious memes. I have been a tutor for about four years now, and I have worked with a range of students from kindergarteners to seniors in high school. I am skilled in an array of subjects such as math, reading comprehension, writing, and...

I have a certificate in TEFL and an enthusiastic attitude to creating an inclusive and enjoyable classroom environment.

I'm excited about the opportunity to work with you. I have taught undergraduate history courses and worked as an education specialist for a local museum. My teaching philosophy is to enhance students' strengths and give them the tools to help them overcome the challenges they may encounter. I have a BA in Journalism and Mass Communication and an MA in Pan African Studies. I'm currently a PhD student studying history. I enjoy tutoring students...

...from A to B is certainly critical, but what is even more essential is the 'aha' moment when a difficult problem clicks, a love for writing comes about, a passion is ignited, and/or inspiration is born. This is what makes a student a lifelong learner who doesn't shy away from a challenge or the unknown. I like to inject fun and humor into learning and am the product of some really excellent educators who I...

I am a graduate of George Mason University. I received both my Bachelor of Arts degrees in History and Global Affairs. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but am most passionate about English, AP classes, and History. These aren't subject that come with formulas and equations and are more exploratory! Learning is an adventure and a great mentor or teacher can be the difference between loving and hating a subject.

...gain more knowledge. One of my best qualities as a teacher is discerning a student's strengths and helping them harness those qualities to learn. I can only hope to provide that and more to my students! Full time, I work in public policy helping to end homelessness. I attended Johns Hopkins University for undergrad where I obtained my degree in Political Science and Georgetown University for graduate school, where I obtained my degree in Urban...

...for helping my students reach their goals and improve their skillsets. Prior to working on my master's degree, I worked for six years in the corporate world. I would make a good tutor in the subjects of world history, US history, French, Geography, politics, humanities, Elementary math, ESOL, phonics, Algebra 1, and Geometry. I look forward to assisting and helping my fellow students achieve their goals and learn their subjects in a fun way.

I am a lifelong lover of learning, books, English, history, philosophy, words, and the beauty, logic, and subtleties of language. I am a creative teacher by trade and by nature, and find great satisfaction and joy in bringing out the best in my students. For me, few thrills equal the amazing symmetry, the intense dynamism, of the teacher-student relationship. I appreciate the challenges of teaching, and do not rest until my students "found what they...

...of subjects. I graduated in 2016 with a degree in Classical Studies from Bowdoin College, but would probably be most helpful in English, biology, and American history. I received a "5" on all AP tests for Literature, Biology and US History in high school, and love those subjects dearly. I've also worked with a lot of elementary school students on their reading and math skills. Email me if you have further questions, I'd love to...

...interests in all forms of global history as well and feel just as comfortable tutoring World History as I do European and US History. In the past year, I have worked in battlefield preservation and have won research grants with the Virginia Center for Civil War Studies and a graduate essay contest through Pittsburg State University. I graduated from Clemson University with a degree in history in 2011 (and continue to root for my Tigers!)....

I specialize in tutoring economics, politics, writing, reading, critical thinking, SAT/GRE, and a few other subjects. I studied International Economics at Georgetown as an undergraduate and am currently completing my graduate studies in International Security there now as well. I take a flexible, customized approach with each student to be sure that the time we have together focuses is most efficiently spent. Outside of tutoring and school, I rock climb, cycle, and run regularly.

I am a recent graduate from the University of Washington with a BS in Chemistry and a BA in History with a minor in Art History. I love to learn and want to share that passion with other people and believe that any topic can be interesting if it is approached the right way.

I truly enjoy helping young people grow academically and personally and it has been my passion for nearly a decade as a tutor and a coach. I look forward to helping you achieve your goals!

...English with minors in French and Creative Writing. Last year, I was a student-teacher at Moses Brown, an independent Quaker school in Rhode Island, and taught two sections of 9th-grade English. Before that, I was Co-Head Tutor at Dickinsons writing center and helped college students across all majors, as well as graduate students from the U.S. Army War College, with any writing assignment at any stage. My teaching philosophy is to find joy in academic...

...DC. I have experience tutoring students at several different age levels. During my time at Dartmouth, I served as a study group leader in Governmental Statistics, where I reviewed homework assignments with students, explained central concepts and formulas used in statistics, and helped students prepare for their final projects conducting real world statistical observations. It was an incredibly awarding experience watching the student's grades improve with the help of these sessions. Throughout high school, I...

...of the top 15 student teachers in the state of New Jersey. I am currently teaching 9th grade ELA and Drama in Bergen County. I also received my bachelor's degree from Drew University in 2017. My first major was in English Literature with a concentration in American Contemporary Fiction, and my second was in Theatre Arts, with a concentration in Directing and a minor in Applied Performance. I spent a ton of my time reading...

...America program in Memphis, where I teach first grade. I have worked with upper elementary students (grades 3-5) as well as high school students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring reading, writing, and history. I believe in building relationships with students and making learning as fun and productive as possible! In my spare time, I enjoy jogging with dog Leela, playing video games, and cooking.