Award-Winning History Tutors serving Cleveland, OH

Hello! My name is Ian Kinnaman. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years and I have a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Youngstown State University. I have worked with students aged 5-20 and would love to work with you!

...school, most of my teaching experience came from annual basketball camps that the varsity team would hold for elementary-age players. In college, I gained plenty of experience on the academic side of teaching, as I was a TA for an introductory computer programming class, a paid peer tutor for physics, and, for three years, the treasurer of a Duke-based high school tutoring organization. I am very invested in my students' success, and nothing makes me...

...sections of the SAT. I have roughly three years of experience tutoring and last year taught a test prep class. My approach to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally, having just gone through the college admissions process, I am privy to its length and complexity so can lend advice on anything, namely essays. I have plenty of experience writing and have been published...

...on a person's face when they "get it." I have also found that I too learn new things about the subject that I may not have known before. This is a rewarding experience for me. The subjects I am most passionate about are Chemistry and Biochemistry. I am most comfortable with these subjects, since they were my majors in undergraduate school. Eventually, I hope to be a college professor full time. I value knowledge because...

...the Westchester area. I began tutoring during my sophomore year, about three years ago. I have had experience tutoring in major core subjects found in most High School curriculums, I am most passionate and confident while teaching Mathematic and Science subjects including Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Geometry, Calculus and Chemistry. Education, I believe, is something that never ends. Learning is something that I have always been passionate about and I love the opportunity to help spark...

...roles, I have been teaching and tutoring for a sum of five years (as of the end of 2016). My hobbies range over topics such as fun reading and being part of several fandoms (Harry Potter, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Wheel of Time, Kingkiller Chronicles, and several others), academic reading and history podcasting, conlanging (creating languages), camping/hiking, kayaking, Boy Scouts/Scouting, puzzle solving (blacksmith's puzzles, Rubik's solids, etc.), and playing with math. I got...

Hi! I am a recent graduate of Brandeis University, earning two degrees in Media, Culture & Communications, and Business Administration & Management with minors in Legal Studies and Creative Writing. I have a passion for helping students understand material and maximize their full potential.

...to ensure the student is familiar with the material, as I believe this is the most effective way to create a student's understanding of the content. I also believe it is of the utmost importance that we establish an environment that is conducive to learning. This means that the student and tutor should be comfortable enough to communicate openly and ask any questions that may arise without worrying about any judgement. This means creating a...

...in Shenyang, where I taught during my second year in China, and where I taught courses such as U.S. history, world history, and world politics, most of my teaching and tutoring centered on reading and speaking English. At both the high school and the college, I was responsible for preparing my own lessons, rather than following a set curriculum or using a textbook, so I was able to introduce the students to topics such as...

...in Bioethics and Sports Medicine while on the Pre-Med track. In college, I am apart of the Student Ambassador and Leadership Office, Camp Kesem and am Orientation Leader. I have a passion for science and enjoy teaching its wonders to others. In high school, I was also very interested in the social sciences and I like to keep myself up to date on current affairs. I want to share my love of learning with all...

Current teacher who loves helping others. Have my Master's degree in History and going for my second Master's in education. I have taught all grades K-12 and have tutored college students as well. Taught numerous subjects and have tutored many students in multiple grades and subjects! I am currently a 9-12 high school history teacher and I love it!

...my responsibility and desire to help each student meet their fullest potential. I plan to educate the whole child; emotionally, socially, physically, and cognitively. I plan to match my tutoring strategies to the learning style of each student. I will differentiate my lessons to make them relevant to all students. I am an avid Cleveland sports fan, always rooting for my hometown's sports teams. I love being active outside and in the gym. And at...

...middle school, and high school students, including mixed English-Spanish tutoring at a program for Hispanic students in South Bend, Indiana. I have always had a passion for mathematics and chemistry, but I also love to tutor in Writing and English. My goal is to help students realize their potential by providing more personalized interaction than the cookie-cutter approach used in many schools. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, figure skating, and hiking.

...Education. I enjoy tutoring because it allows me to be creative with my lessons. I also enjoy working one on one with the students to see what makes them click. My students have the ability to express themselves in different ways than they do in the classroom. As for my attributes, I am patient, flexible and determined to teach students the lessons they need to learn. I look forward to working with families now and...

...I am able to give students one on one. I love seeing students gain confidence in their abilities. I decided to become an educator because I too struggled with some subjects growing up and understand the benefits that come from one on one lessons. Since graduating I have been tutoring in my hometown of Middlefield, Ohio and substitute teaching. I am excited to be a part of your success as a student and cannot wait...

...a minor in History from the University of Michigan and a master's degree in English from Cleveland State University. Along with my educational degrees, I am certified to teach 7-12 English and History. I have enjoyed a varied career in education working as an adjunct professor, substitute teacher, and tutor. I have worked with a diverse group of students from k-12 and adult learners as well as students with special needs and ESL students. Tutoring...

...I have three degrees from Georgia State University, a bachelors, masters and specialist degree, in English, Latin, and Education. I also have a specialist degree in Instructional Technology from Valdosta State University. I completed doctoral coursework and exams in comparative literature at the University of Georgia and am working on a doctoral degree in college teaching at Valdosta State. I hope to be able to work with you and help you to achieve your academic...

...academic skills and student confidence. I believe tutoring is most powerful when it's both rigorous and encouraging, where mistakes are viewed as progress and learning is always student-centered. Whether it's helping a student build confidence in math or write a personal essay they're proud of, I bring patience, clarity, and enthusiasm to every session. Outside academics, I'm passionate about civic engagement, youth advocacy, and cafe-hopping through NYC. I love exploring how finance, law, and policy...

...informally tutoring subjects relating to English and history, which are my favorite subjects to tutor. I believe that my role is to help students find the answers they need and then develop ways to remember the content or work with the content in meaningful ways for the future. It is a partnership for the purpose of the students achieving the best work as possible. Outside of academics, I enjoy crafting, reading, writing, photography, and listening...

...I love making teaching fun and memorable! Some of my passions in life are my children, teaching, singing, and traveling. I love seeing the joy that comes when a child learns and masters a new skill. I am a very energetic teacher, and I love making children excited about learning! My goal while teaching with Varsity Tutors is to make learning fun, enjoyable, and entertaining! I look forward to seeing you in the classroom!