Top Social Studies Tutors
Biography
...I will begin attending law school at Northwestern Law. For many years, I tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, and I really enjoy helping students with Critical Reading and Writing portions of Standardized Tests. I... Read more
Can also tutor: History, Biology, Essay Editing and 36 more subjects.
Education
- Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 32
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Reading: 34
Biography
...tests. I thought to myself, why was this happening? Students have so much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp... Read more
Can also tutor: AP Human Geography, Anthropology, IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL and 65 more subjects.
Education
- University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Human Development & Family Studies
- Fairfield University - Current Grad Student, School Counseling
Test Scores
- ACT English: 34
Biography
...the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an aspiring professional in the business world - this past summer I worked at an internship in financial consulting (banking advisory & analytics), and have previously held internship positions in human capital consulting & private equity, as well as in patent law. My interests are widely varied and eclectic... Read more
Can also tutor: History, AP US Government, ACT and 104 more subjects.
Education
- Yale University - Current Undergrad, Economics
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
- SAT Math: 800
- SAT Verbal: 760
Biography
...Middle School/Secondary Level. Some of my strengths are getting to know my students, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, and leveraging their interests in order to motivate them and build confidence. I hold very high expectations, but I always take the time to figure out what kinds of strategies and supports students need to be successful. I strongly believe in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they can take into any educational experience. I have... Read more
Can also tutor: Geography, History, 10th Grade Reading and 63 more subjects.
Education
- Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
- Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
- SAT Math: 740
- SAT Verbal: 710
Biography
...have been teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my students achieve a thorough understanding (those "Aha!" moments) and... Read more
Can also tutor: History, Advanced Placement, SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1 and 88 more subjects.
Education
- New York University - Bachelor of Science, Global Public Health & Chemistry
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
- SAT Math: 720
- SAT Verbal: 700
Biography
...a student that they are wrong, or that they are incorrect. By working with each student through the thought processes and steps that led them to an incorrect answer, they attain a better understanding of why an answer is wrong and how to arrive at the correct one. I specialize in essay writing, elementary-high school math skills, college admissions essays, and test preparation. I am confident that by tailoring personalized learning sessions to individual student... Read more
Can also tutor: Public Speaking, Test Prep, Algebra and 34 more subjects.
Education
- University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 33
- ACT English: 34
- ACT Math: 34
Biography
...I combine my love of the land with my professional interest in ancient history by analyzing ancient attitudes and uses of landscapes. While I tutor a broad range of subjects across the humanities, I enjoy teaching history the most. When I teach history, my goal is to teach students to master the material through direct engagement with their sources. By actively engaging with historical material students not only master the material, but also develop critical... Read more
Can also tutor: Classics, History, Geography and 61 more subjects.
Education
- Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, History
- Trinity College Dublin - Master of Philosophy, Medieval and Renaissance Studies
- University of California-Riverside - Doctor of Philosophy, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Test Scores
- ACT English: 33
- GRE Verbal: 163
Biography
...is centered on the belief that nothing is particularly difficult if you just break it down into small parts. For example, things like Advanced Placement tests and standardized tests when viewed as a whole can seem like daunting tasks which require lots of higher order reading, writing, and thinking skills. However, when they are approached question by question and broken down into series of basic tasks, they become much more manageable. In my spare time... Read more
Can also tutor: History, ACT, AP U.S. Government & Politics and 15 more subjects.
Education
- American University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 31
- ACT Reading: 36
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
Biography
...and Applied Nutrition. My mother tongue is Spanish; I am also fluent in Italian; and have extensive advanced fluency in French and German. I picked up my language skills while working and traveling to over 65 countries. My extensive linguistics knowledge coupled with my teaching experience allows me to help students struggling with learning Spanish; or writing college essays, term papers, dissertations or articles for publication; or organization skills to improve academic performance. Because of... Read more
Can also tutor: History, Science, Languages and 30 more subjects.
Education
- Wellesley College - Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies
- Northwestern University - Master of Arts, Public Policy Analysis
- Tufts University - Doctor of Philosophy, Nutrition Sciences
Test Scores
- GRE: 308
Biography
...Life Science Physics including labs, Calculus, Biology including labs, and completed an honors thesis for the political science department. I took one gap year between UCLA and medical school where I worked in a Neuroscience and Biophysics Research Lab while TAing (teaching assistant) for several biology courses including LS 2, LS 4, and LS23L (Cells, Tissues and Organs, Genetics, and Intro to Biology Lab). I currently attend Drexel University College of Medicine where I am... Read more
Can also tutor: History, Government, Honors Chemistry and 48 more subjects.
Education
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- Drexel University College of Medicine - Current Grad Student, M.D.
Test Scores
- ACT Reading: 35
Biography
...my great passions. I've run more 5ks and 10ks than I can count, but the validation of completing a long race is nothing like the satisfying moment of writing "Q.E.D." on a difficult proof. I'm a scholar of the Western canon, greatly influenced by great thinkers and writers of the past such as Plato, Virgil, Aquinas, and Anselm. I love to read and to discuss what I've read, and I heartily appreciate a good philosophical... Read more
Can also tutor: AP US Government, Classics, History and 106 more subjects.
Education
- Yale University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and History
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 36
- ACT English: 36
- ACT Math: 36
Biography
...breaking it down to its component parts and helping students figure out where the gaps are in their comprehension. One of my proudest accomplishments was teaching an algebra Regents repeater class for those who failed the test multiple times. I worked extensively with students to identify where they were struggling and remediating those areas (one example: I learned a student didn't actually understand how negative numbers operated and so they were constantly tripping up in... Read more
Can also tutor: History, SAT, High School Level American Literature and 52 more subjects.
Education
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Economics
- CUNY Hunter College - Master of Science, Special Education
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Doctor of Philosophy, Education
Biography
...on topics in economics and diplomatic history (http://books.ksplibrary.org/978-625-7501-75-0/ ) .... I have worked extensively on government-related projects, often in the greater Middle East. Effective tutoring should do more than impart techniques -- it should certainly do that -- it should help a student come away with some interest in and enthusiasm for the topic. (Soft evidence for the last is that my daughter earned a PhD in neuro-science, and credits me with inspiring her.) Read more
Can also tutor: History, College Economics, Elementary School English and 47 more subjects.
Education
- University of Massachusetts-Boston - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
- Yale University - Doctor of Science, History
Biography
...year from calumet college, St. Joseph. My undergraduate degree is in Economics from the University of Chicago, and I did a lot of statistics, too! I like having kids how to read, write, and do math. Because I loved doing those in school, and I'll be teaching that this up coming school year. To have a struggling reader all of a sudden love reading and attack hard words never before tried is the best feeling... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, English Grammar and Syntax and 56 more subjects.
Education
- The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Test Scores
- SAT Verbal: 740
- SAT Writing: 710
Biography
...Arbor and a PhD from Drew University in Madison NJ. It is awesome to work with students who are committed to success but I also like to assist with students who might have veered off path and are working to better themselves academically. Let's get some work done. It would be a pleasure to work with you and support you as you realize your goals. I am down to earth, energetic and totally committed. I... Read more
Can also tutor: History, Government and 55 more subjects.
Education
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, Music History, Literature, and Theory
- Drew University - Doctor of Philosophy, U.S. History
Biography
...goal to have them understand a correct approach needed and to instill in the student a better understanding of the material as time goes along. As far as more information about myself, I am a person that enjoys learning and growing in all pursuits and my favorite hobby is working out and lifting weights at my local Planet Fitness. Additional Information: I am a STEM based tutor for Varsity Tutors in which I tutor everything... Read more
Can also tutor: History, GRE Subject Tests, ISEE-Lower Level Verbal Reasoning and 326 more subjects.
Education
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
- Carnegie Mellon University - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical Engineering
Biography
...student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writing requirement at the University prior to matriculating, I was the first freshman tutor to be accepted into this selective program. The tutoring program involved a preliminary peer-tutor training course prior to beginning tutoring, in order to certify that I had the appropriate background to provide professional feedback to fellow students on their literary works and projects. After graduation,... Read more
Can also tutor: History, SSAT- Middle Level, European History and 81 more subjects.
Education
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, History
- Nova Southeastern University - PHD, Medicine
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
- SAT Math: 700
- SAT Verbal: 760
Biography
...experience in tutoring students across various age groups, from young learners to professionals. My expertise lies in preparing students for the Verbal SAT, ACT Reading and English sections, as well as AP courses in writing, literature, and U.S. History. I am passionate about helping you master challenging concepts, whether it's improving your grammar, understanding complex texts, or refining your essays and reports. I believe that every student has unique strengths, and my goal is to... Read more
Can also tutor: Geography, History, Government and 81 more subjects.
Education
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, French Studies
- University of Maryland-College Park - Master of Arts, English Composition
- University of Pennsylvania - Doctor of Philosophy, Design and Visual Communications
Biography
...topics including comparative politics (e.g. democracies and elections), conflict and conflict resolution, and geopolitics. Students have given my classes a 95+% satisfaction rate. I hold a PhD and MA in International Relations with a concentration in Comparative Politics from The Fletcher School at Tufts University. I'm also a graduate of the College of William & Mary where I earned my BA in International Relations. Prior to becoming a researcher and teacher, I worked for a... Read more
Can also tutor: Government, History, Essay Editing and 17 more subjects.
Education
- Tufts University - Master's/Graduate, International Relations/Comparative Politics
- Tufts University - Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.), International Relations/Comparative Politics
Biography
...English was a second language (ages 5-10). I continued to tutor throughout middle and high school as a 'homework helper' for kids with behavioral and developmental challenges, which required that I teach a range of subjects at various levels with personalized approaches for each student (ages 9-13). While in high school, I completed a challenging AP curriculum and tutored my peers in Biology, Psychology, English, Spanish, and Government at the AP level. As a junior/senior,... Read more
Can also tutor: History, Government, College Level American History and 29 more subjects.
Education
- Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Politics, Near Eastern Studies, Arabic
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 33
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
- SAT Math: 720
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