Award-Winning History Tutors serving Catalina Foothills, AZ

I have two master's degrees in geography, and an undergraduate degree in history. I specialize in research and organizational skills for older students, and confidence-building for younger students.

...confidence and make communicating in another language fun! I particularly enjoy tutoring because it allows me to tailor the session to meet students’ unique needs. When I’m not tutoring, I’m writing histories of midwifery and obstetric medicine in Bolivia, translating academic works from German to English, and learning Mandarin. You might also find me climbing rocks on Mt. Lemmon, practicing yoga, or taking very slow, very short “runs” around my neighborhood. I love cooking while...

...about History and of the natural world and I am motivated to share this with others. My teaching philosophy and tutoring style usually involves finding what aspect of the subject matter captivates the students the most and guiding them so that they can find out the answers on their own. I love studying history because everything has a history. Learning more about people and places in the past can help with understanding almost any aspect...

...passionate about a broad range of subjects that include history, politics, literature, and languages. I love to read, and enjoy various crafts like sewing, embroidery, and candle making. Im very creative and am very passionate in debate of just about any kind; I think that a healthy debate isnt an argument, its a sharing of ideas and ideals through discussion! It can be a powerful means of teaching when its constructive. My service in the...

...identify their strengths, address their challenges, and set achievable, meaningful goals. My approach is data-driven, ensuring that the educational materials and strategies I provide are not only aligned with current academic standards but are also tailored to each student's learning style and aspirations. I am dedicated to continuous improvement, both for my students and for myself as an educator. By staying updated with the latest trends in education, technology, and career development, I am able...

...I currently hold two master's in History and Latin American studies. In both master's programs I worked with college-aged students on their critical thinking, textual analysis, and writing skills. Crafting well-argued and structured papers was my goal with these students. I have a wealth of other experience related to Spanish language acquisition. I developed a program for foreigners in Chile who wanted to learn Spanish. Currently, my full time job is teaching people about Fair...

My name is Joshua and I am a student in the Honors College at Liberty University. I am looking to enter the field of IT upon graduation, but tutoring has always been something that I thoroughly enjoy. I have a firm understanding of mathematical concepts, and am proficient about communicating these to others.

...for Hewlett Packard for many years, I became interested in working with the countries of the former Soviet Union. I formed my own consulting company and provided training programs to countries in transition, including a focus on Central Asia. At the same time, I earned a doctorate with an emphasis on Leadership and Organizational Behavior. I have now combined my educational skills with my international experience and am teaching at the collegiate level and as...

...at the University of Arizona, but previously studied at Miami University (OH) which is where I began tutoring high school students in a variety of subjects. I am very excited to be working with Varsity Tutors and using my free time to help others gain a grasp on subjects troubling them. I will always do whatever I can to help the student, and will work hard to help them achieve their goals.

...graduate passionate about education. Our knowledge and skills are the keys to our future, and I am committed to helping students of all ages forge the keys to success. As a tutor I am focused on providing individualized solutions to the challenges students face in their intellectual growth. I look for the student's unique perspective and gifts as a means to empower them into techniques for deeper and more effective learning. Outside of tutoring, I...

...to a wide variety of students. In the past, I have helped students with learning disabilities to students who just need an extra push when it comes to studying. Although each student is different and I have had to adapt different approaches to certain students, I believe each case was a chance for me to learn more about how people learn and understand difficult material. Even in the classroom, I have had to adjust certain...

...a child, my Spanish career began with dedicated study of grammar and culture at an advanced high school. This passion led to 4th and then 1st place on the National Spanish Exam, becoming President of the Spanish club and receiving a 5 on the AP Spanish Language Exam. At the university level, Spanish has become the focus of my knowledge, with "heritage" courses completed in advanced grammar, literature, culture, and history. I especially enjoy studying...

...to grow in knowledge. As a veteran test-taker, I can help with college entrance exam test prep (ACT, SAT, and the subject tests), using both conceptual understanding and test-specific strategies to raise scores. From my own experience, I know that scores can go up significantly with studying and tutoring. My teaching style is focused on engaging the student and using their own unique learning style and base of knowledge to move forward. I look for...

...am currently studying to be an Actuary but when I retire, I see myself teaching at either a high school or college level. That's not to say that I don't work well with younger students but that I would prefer to teach higher level courses in whatever subject matter I choose. Though I feel confident in all of the subjects that I selected to tutor in, in a classroom setting I would prefer to teach...

...in Political Science at the University of Arizona. I use individualzed teaching methods to create a fun, engaging, and personalized academic atmosphere. I have experience tutoring calculus, United States history, government and politics, and test prep. While I can't say for sure which subject I enjoy teaching the most, I enjoy any opportunity to work with students who are excited about their subjects. Outside of school and tutoring, I enjoy playing basketball, improving Wikipedia articles,...

...and give you tools to help you succeed. I use an inquiry-based approach, aiming not to lead you to every answer, but to inspire critical thinking and to give you the support you need to get there on your own. I meet every student with patience and compassion, always with the idea that we are on the same team working toward the same goal. Outside of academics, I am a bookworm and an avid consumer...

...that has a deep passion for working with those that might need help in certain areas academically. I graduated with a Bachelor's of Environmental Science and a minor in Natural Resource Management but have a lot of experience in many other fields. I am almost 25, am patient, and am willing to spend as much time as it takes to help where I can. I take pleasure in most school subjects and am what many...

I believe that every student to should have the opportunity to succeed, and to achieve his or her personal goals... Through positive reinforcement.... I believe that every student can learn and succeed. As a teacher, it is my job to provide the best teaching style for each of my student's needs.... In the first session, I would assess my students to see the areas in which they struggling. I also ask about his goals--both long term...

...road to that understanding in geometry. My love for writing comes from a similar place, though from the opposite side. I was a terrible writer in middle school, but one writing skills class in high school changed me from a D level writer to a B+/A- level writer and the IB program only made me better. I love tutoring writing skills because I want to help others as much as that class helped me. The...

...teaching and tutoring Math and Science. I work at the University of Arizona, at Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ. I am an energetic and experienced tutor and mathematics lover who makes things look easy. I have a solid background in Math, and a bachelor in Math Education. I don't mind explaining things many times (and in different ways) until you understand. I can also tutor you in Spanish! I also have experience with people who...