Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving San Marcos, TX

...make that mistake!". The teacher tries to hear what the student wants and then figures what to work on in order to get there. I've been both a student and teacher of guitar, and I try to take that teaching style into my tutoring. I never start by explaining material or by "simplifying" it (because that usually means repeating it again and again!) but by listening to the student and finding out exactly the student...

...a student and a teacher have helped me understand that everyone has different learning speeds and processes. However, I have found that a learning experience which places a heavy emphasis on communication, structure, and critical thinking can play a significant role in cognitive development and long term skill retention. In my experience, communication is the most important aspect of being a tutor. In the classroom, my students can expect me to cover concepts with both...

...my education with a Master's in the same field. For years, I've helped my friends and siblings with homework for school, and they've always told me that I had a talent for teaching; I understand concepts very easily, and explanations come easy as well. The goal that I work towards for my students is to bless them holistically, both through my academic skills and through any relationship that I am able to build with them....

...get with the small class sizes for the IB program, as well as the familiarity with the teachers. It was a driving factor in the my college choice. I went to Swarthmore College, a liberal arts college outside of Philadelphia. There, I completed my Bachelor's degree in Latin American Studies. I plan to continue my education and get a Master's in Public Policy. My tutoring philosophy partially comes from what worked with me, but it...

I specialize in tutoring History subjects.

...I pursued Honors distinction through a study of James Joyce and interned with now U.S. Senator Mark Udall during his tenure in the House of Representatives. I worked with Crocs Footwear at their global headquarters as an account manager for five years in account management, before relocating to Austin, Texas, in 2011, when I began pursuing a career in education. I am currently certified as a teacher in Texas in six different subjects, including Language...

...teacher. I have been a certified teacher for 15 years. After 10 years as a full time teacher and getting my Masters Degree in Education Administration, I embarked on a new journey and became an instructional coach. This is the position I have held for the last 5 years. I work with my fellow teachers on improving the quality of instruction and increasing student achievement. I firmly believe that all students can be successful and...

...a sociocognitive psychologist, and am currently conducting research on cross-cultural religiosity and prejudice. I am currently a Teaching Assistant for upper-division undergraduate students at my university, and starting next Spring I will be a full-fledged teacher at the undergraduate level. I took both International Baccalaureate courses in addition to Advanced Placement courses in high school, and have been involved in Honors courses and extra-curricular research activities since the beginning of my undergraduate education. Additionally, I...

...classes at the church. I worked with middle school children and helped them with math and reading. Later, one of my professors asked me to tutor his friend's college-age grandson in chemistry. We met for several hours a night, two to three nights a week, and although we worked hard, we both had a lot of fun. He improved greatly in the time I worked with him, and it was incredibly rewarding to watch him...

...record of guiding individuals to success. I've assisted over 50 students in preparing for the Armed Forces Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), with more than 95% achieving their desired scores. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from Columbia Southern University, equipping me with strong communication and leadership skills. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math, History, and English, and I firmly believe anyone can learn anything with the right direction, purpose, and motivation. I...

...student can discover the joy of deepening his or her knowledge in a particular subject. I have two years of experience teaching middle school and high school English in France, as well as giving private English tutoring to young adults. For three years, I gave private lessons to middle school and high school bassoon students in the Waco and Austin, TX areas. I graduated in 2012 from The University of Texas at Austin with a...

I am a second business major at the University of Texas at Austin. Throughout high school I gained a lot of tutoring experience with students from K-12th. Specifically I love english, spanish and business subjects! I also enjoy helping students with college applications because those are always stressful and after going through the process I realized what resources are the best to use when applying.

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...very patient and efficient tutor. I've technically been tutoring my whole life thanks to my younger sister. My overall approach to tutoring is one full of energy and keeping the student engaged. I try to make topics relateable and explain concepts and events in a story-like fashion. Logic means a lot to me and I like to think that if I can get my student from Point A to Point B, I will be doing...

Hi! I am a second-year undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin, majoring in international business and minoring in business analytics. I have been a tutor for students for the past four years, and I am passionate about making strong and genuine connections with my students beyond academics. My philosophy is to use real-world enrichment and activities that the student enjoys in order to facilitate learning.

I'm an experienced teacher and tutor with a Bachelors in English from the University of Alabama and a Masters in Literature and the Humanities from St. Edward's University, looking to help my students share in my love of learning!... The answer is out there. I really do think that, no matter what the problem is, a solution can be found if we all work hard enough!... Discuss what subjects or concepts the student is struggling with,...

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...Texas through Texas Teachers ACP. I expect to be certified as a grade 4-8 generalist by the end of summer 2014 but will continue to work towards upper level elective certifications including history, language arts, and German. During my college years, I volunteered in multiple student centered capacities including spring break arts and crafts programs. I also trained first year college journalism students for the school paper. Now I volunteer at several area elementary schools as...

I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...