Award-Winning History Tutors in Brentwood, CA

Christine ...School, taught theater to middle school students, and tutored high school students in test prep, history, and writing. I love working through the writing process with students to develop creative essays, streamline ideas, improve structure, and produce polished finished products. I believe in the power of education to help students reach towards a greater understanding of how their world came to be, and discover how they want to fit into it. At heart, I’m a...

Jennifer ...in helping the student understand concepts and strategies on their own through dialogue and questions, to ensure that they are truly comprehending and not simply repeating what I have said, and also so that they develop skills for learning new material and taking tests in general. Outside of academia, I enjoy playing volleyball and singing in choirs, as well as exploring all the interesting things there are to do around Los Angeles.

Amanda ...and pleasure. It was enriching to see students grow with the language and build tangible skills to communicate in English. I enjoy working with students of various ages and always seek to tailor lessons for each individual, especially by finding ways for students to have ownership in their studies. I have a passion for the English language and literature and am a published poet. I also have strong interests in movies, music and art, I’ve...

Reed ...interest and zeal that I, myself, share for learning. I have committed eleven fun and dynamic years of my life to studying Chinese Mandarin, seven of which I spent working and studying in China. I have been tutoring students since 2004 in math, English, History, composition and grammar, and test-preparation techniques. I am now enrolled in the CSU Long Beach teaching credential program where I am actively pursuing my dream of helping others succeed. When...

Will ...student workers in the Office of Admission at Sarah Lawrence College. My favorite subjects by far are History and Religion (obviously, or I wouldn't be getting my PhD in Religious History), but I also have a background in literature, writing, and even some performing arts. I have a passion for higher education that is best reflected in my experience in undergraduate admissions. I love seeing a high school student realize they've found that perfect match,...

Zach ...I tutor English, Writing, and SAT Prep for Critical Reading and Writing. One of the things that make me stand out as a teacher is that I remember well what it's like to struggle in a subject. I was not good at math or science, so I understand what it is like to have difficulty grasping concepts. I can easily see how a student learns, and explain the concept in a manner in which the...

John ...approachable, accessible set of riddles and games instead of as an intellectual brick wall. I firmly believe that the majority of people can find great joy in academics once they discover the individual approach that works for them. I see it as my job to help them find that path. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, rock climbing, running, travel, and reading. I am also a section editor for the Los Angeles Review of...

Lydia ...to 12th grade in both Math and English Language Arts. I also work as a residential counselor in a group home for homeless teens ages 12-17. Part of my job at the group home includes helping these youth catch up with their academics and assisting them with homework. Throughout my experiences as a tutor, I have found it is important to make education enjoyable. I have discovered that clients retain more information if they are...

Caitlan ...high school student, I know that standardized tests can be stressful, but I also know that they are completely possible. I love to talk out strategy and help students find what approaches to studying work best for their needs. Additionally, I've written more essays than I have birthday cards (and I'm very good about birthday cards) so I'm always down to help edit or format that paper. All-in-all, I'm an easy going tutor and here...

Hannah ...- and I am particularly passionate about subjects pertaining to reading, writing and Chinese. My teaching philosophy centers on building a solid foundation of comprehension because knowledge, just like good habits, is cumulative. Prior to joining Varsity Tutors, I tutored elementary students in math and reading for a nonprofit after-school program in Cypress, CA. Outside of tutoring, I work in the legal field and I am also a seasonal camp counselor at Camp Ronald McDonald...