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Lisa

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I have a PhD in Political Science from the University of South Carolina. I have taught for more than 20 years, including 10 years in an online learning environment. I have worked with elementary school through college age students in classroom, small group, and one-on-one settings. I love teaching the core subjects of Social Studies, History, Government and Politics, and English. And I enjoying sharing my enthusiasm with the students I tutor. My approach to teaching and tutoring centers on active engagement and interactive learning. I firmly believe that no subject is too difficult to learn when students are encouraged and treated with both patience and respect.

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Lisa’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Graduate Degree: University of South Carolina-Columbia - Doctor of Philosophy, Political Science and Government

Hobbies

When I'm not teaching, I enjoy outdoor activities, such as kayaking and swimming. i love the beach and playing with my kids and two dogs.

Tutoring Subjects
ACT Writing
AP Comparative Government and Politics
AP U.S. Government & Politics
AP US History
Art
Civics
CLEP Prep
CLEP American Government
CLEP Social Sciences and History
College Political Science
English
GED Prep
GED Reasoning Through Language Arts
GED Social Studies
Government
High School Government
High School Political Science
History
Middle School
Middle School Social Studies
Middle School Writing
Other
Photography
Political Science
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Writing and Language
Social Sciences
Social Studies
Spelling, Grammar, and Writing Skills Class
Test Prep
Visual Arts
Writing