Top History Tutors serving Delaware County
Miguel: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...depth and breadth of one's knowledge than to try to convey it to others. The study habits I hope to pass on to my students are ones that have benefited me throughout my educational career. I graduated salutatorian of my high school and won third place overall in Academic Decathlon state competition my senior year. My academic performance allowed me to attend both Rice University and the University of Texas at Austin, the latter at...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Computer Science / English
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Jason: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...ground material and strategies in reality, drawing connections to real world situations, as it gives the material purpose and enhances tutees' understanding of the concepts. I personally find mathematics most enjoyable to tutor, as I find that its stigma of difficulty makes it especially satisfying for students once the material is made more digestible and relatable. In my free time, I enjoy running, basketball, fashion / design, and cooking, among other interests.
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Architecture
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750
Jackson: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...on education is that 1. Everyone is intelligent and capable of learning 2. People have diverse interests and passions 3. Everyone learns in a unique way. If we spend our time following our passions and figuring out what learning style works best for us, than our education can be transformative. One of the primary problems of our education system is the lack of individualized learning time, and personal relationship building between teacher and student. I...
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Oberlin College - Bachelors, Environmental Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800
Hunter: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...is to see my students improve. Tutoring is a give-and-take process, and as such I encourage my students to give me feedback regarding my methods, pace, or level of difficulty. I look to challenge my students, but I will always be there to work through any frustration and see to it that they succeed. I've just recently begun tutoring in writing, but I've been a math tutor for six years now. I am an economics...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Economics, Cinema Studies
SAT Math: 740
SAT Writing: 760
Alex: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...and more recently taught Global Studies at Upper Darby High School near Philadelphia. My favorite subjects in school were always Spanish and History, and I am incredibly happy and excited to be able to teach both of those subjects now as a Varsity Tutor. I believe that the goal of education is to give students life long learning skills and most importantly teaching students to be critical thinkers. When I am not teaching you will...
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West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, History
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Kayla: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...Northern University Pettit College of Law. My many years in education as a student lead me to my positions in the admissions offices both at Chatham University and Ohio Northern University. As an admissions representative, I have provided prospective students insight into the admission processes, shared the criteria admissions offices use to identify an ideal personal statement, and assisted students to refine their applications for review. Aside from my admissions experience, I am an attorney...
Education & Certification
Chatham University - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
Ohio Northern University - Juris Doctor, Law
Hanin: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...moment when finally understanding a topic makes all the difference in the world! I plan to tutor Math courses up to Algebra 1, English, and Arabic. Besides tutoring, I enjoy doing many things during my free time. I enjoy jet-skiing, riding horses, snorkeling, traveling, and writing poems. These activities have all contributed, in some way or another, to my success in dealing with and helping students of various backgrounds with various academic needs.... My teaching philosophy...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelors, Political Science/ Arabic Studies
David : Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...the following paragraph. During my undergraduate years, I worked as a TA in both the "Introduction to Biology" and "Biochemistry" courses, where I was responsible for both private and group tutoring. While earning my doctorate in Medical School, I employed myself as an MCAT tutor, providing educational tutoring as well as test-taking and time-management skills coaching. As a medical intern, one responsibility consisted of simultaneously directing the teaching of medical school students and outpatients coming...
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Cedarville University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Jefferson Medical College - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
Otis : Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...at Johns Hopkins University. In the fall, I plan on working in classrooms in the Philadelphia area. I have experience across the humanities, and have a particular love for history. I also understand the importance of preparing for standardized tests, and have found the same critical reading and writing skills needed to score well on them to be invaluable as my education has progressed. I look forward to working with and helping you in any...
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Brandeis University - Bachelor in Arts, Classical Studies; Anthropology
Bryn Mawr College - Master of Arts, Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 34
SAT Verbal: 800
Raywa: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...Administration, I gained useful skills that enabled me to subsequently work as a medical transcriptionist and administrative assistant at the admissions office of a large, urban university. If you're interested in earning your college degree, I can show you some strategies for success for getting into the college of your choice and doing well while there! While training to become a teacher, I completed hundreds of hours of teaching internships, observations, child study projects, and...
Education & Certification
Long Island University - Brooklyn - Bachelors, Teacher of Students with Speech and Hearing Handicapped
Ashley: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...subject matter and the desire to see students directly benefit from true comprehension and understanding. To me, history and social studies are important only in the context of what they teach us about how events and culture shape the world in which we currently live. A history class cannot be taught in isolation - it must be made relevant to our experiences today. I can certainly help struggling students to memorize names and dates for...
Education & Certification
Penn State University - University Park - Bachelors, Classics, Religious Studies
Temple University - Masters, Secondary Education - Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Writing: 710
Ryan: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...it offers a broader and deeper understanding of concepts, which allows students better recall ability. I am quite easy-going, but highly effective. Apart from my foci in higher education, I specialize in persuasive writing and essay construction. When I am not actively teaching, I am actively learning. I am currently working on a research project, an unrealistic amount of do-it-yourself projects, and a book. I love playing with and training my two dogs, hiking, and...
Education & Certification
Loyola University Maryland - Bachelors, Philosophy; Political Science; History
Fordham University - Masters, Philosophy
Ben: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...have done SAT prep for the mathematics section of the New SAT and am very familiar with the recent changes to the exam. My belief is that everyone is capable of learning with enough time, explanation, and practice, and I hope to pass this on to all the students I work with. For this reason, I believe in teaching students how to think and problem solve, rather than just having them memorize patterns or facts.
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750
Joshua: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...with. Although my tutoring specialty is test prep -- SAT, ACT, PSAT, SHSAT, and GRE -- I particularly love tutoring writing, and creative writing is a hobby of mine. My philosophy is that even when we are preparing for a standardized exam, we should always be relating the work to your passions, pursuits, and educational goals to make the work that much more meaningful. In my spare time, you'll often find me learning bits of...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Social Policy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Michael: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...the past, I have tutored high school students in a wide variety of math and physics courses. I also have experience in helping students prepare for the SAT standardized test. I am a firm believer that education lies at the heart of a fulfilling and successful life and I strive to instill these values in all the students that I teach. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, golfing, and hanging out with friends.
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Systems Engineering
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 720
Albina: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...it doesn't seem like I'm speaking a foreign language to them. I get a personal sense of satisfaction when someone stops and goes, "oh, I've never thought of it that way before - now it all makes sense." In addition, often times I feel the education system here is misunderstood and students spend too much time memorizing "steps" to a subject rather than learning it, and inevitably end up failing when they are required to...
Education & Certification
University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
Long Island University - Master of Science, Medical Microbiology
SAT Math: 720
Samantha: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
As a college student studying to be an elementary school teacher, I have learned how to engage students in their learning by making them active participants. I believe that students learn by doing and a teacher is there to encourage and guide the students through each step of the way!... I believe that learning can be a complex process, and students need to be an active participant. The role of a teacher is to encourage and...
Education & Certification
Rowan University - Current Undergrad, Elementary Education; History; American Studies
Alice: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...I am currently wrapping up my teaching certification program teaching American History in a Philadelphia public school. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring English, History and essay writing with elementary, middle and high school students. I strongly believe learning is a collaborative, student directed process and I love helping students acquire long-term learning skills. My favorite part of teaching is watching students gain confidence and pride in their work; eureka moments make my day!
Education & Certification
Bryn Mawr College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Education/Child & Family Studies
SAT Writing: 720
Mark: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...interest in learning. Attending one of the best schools for my undergraduate education and then entering law school helped me develop critical thinking skills which is one of the most important aspects when learning. I have a great sense of understanding how people like to learn and making it fun and casual - stress does not help at all. In my opinion, tutoring is a partnership that requires both parties to work towards a goal....
Regan: Delaware County History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Delaware County, PA
...laude from Rutgers, JD from Boston Univ. and a Master's from UPenn. I am a published constitutional lawyer, currently inactive, in four states. My modeling of critical analytical skills falls short if not accompanied by a genuine love for the subject matter and concern for the academic growth of the student. My concern is genuine and intentionally animated to inspire in students an infectious, lifelong love of learning. Tutoring allows me to continue in my...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Double Maj: Polic Sci & Africana Stds
University of Pennsylvania Boston Univ School of Law - Masters, Masters of Liberal Arts; Constitutional Law Juris Doctor
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