Kayla

Certified Tutor

Hi! My name is Kayla and I am very excited to begin tutoring! Ever since I was in grade school I had an immense love for learning and school, but I found at times it was difficult for me to always understand or to grasp what was being taught. For that reason, I now want to be a tutor and help other students who need help whether it is help for one test or through out the entire subject, I want to aid you in your educational journey!

I have an B.A. in American Studies with a concentration in African American studies from the University of Maryland, College Park, and an M.Ed in Secondary History education. I am currently a modern world history teacher to an 11th grade class

Outside of school I have worked in a number of museum jobs ranging from the National Archives to the B &O Railroad Museum. Now, I do not say all of this to show off my credentials, but rather to one, provide an explanation of the subjects I am best fit to tutor in, also to give an understanding of how I teach and tutor.

My approach to tutoring is whatever works best for you. Luckily, in a subject like history there is no one way to learn it. I have found some students best work with film, images and music to learn the subject. Some students only need a book or notes and they can learn that way. Some need to go to actual historic sights, and some students need a combination of learning approaches. As your tutor I will use my past experiences, knowledge, and flexibility to best help you learn and comprehend the information being given.

As stated before, my degree is in American Studies with a concentration in African American studies, and I currently teach a Modern World History class, but, I am able to provide study skills for other areas of history, particularly AP World History. If there is another subject area I am not equipped to tutor in I am more than willing to provide resources that will help you in that area.

I think history is an amazing subject and because it impacts everyone, I believe that there is a history subject that all students can find and really make their niche. I understand everyone will not leave being a history buff, but as a tutor, and a teacher, I want to make sure students at least feel comfortable not only during test, but to discuss the topic outside the classroom. I hope through my assistand I am able to help with that and to make strong and confident students!