Award-Winning History Tutors in Detroit, MI

...for the bar after graduating cum laude from Northwestern University Law School this May. I studied at St. Ignatius College Prep and graduated summa cum laude from Villanova University (including a two-term stint at Cambridge University). Between Villanova and Northwestern I worked at an academic non-profit organization and evaluated hundreds of fellowship candidates' writing and academic work. I will work with each student to craft a personalized plan of study and improvement based on the...

...experience comes from high school, where I helped younger students in a variety of subjects.My teaching philosophy is based on the fact that there is a simpler way to explain everything, and I hope to be able to explain that to students. Access to resources is also extremely important, and I hope to provide many to my students, which will enrich their knowledge not only of the subject at hand but of related topics too....

...wrong so they can focus on their mistakes. Especially in mathematical subjects, the true knowledge is in understanding the process of answering a question, and just knowing the answer is not enough. I work with students to recognize errors, and to help students be able to answer questions by themselves. I have a similar approach in English subjects, where it is very important to develop a thought process when thinking analytically about a piece of...

...University School of Law. I graduated from college with a B.A. in History and Sociology and have worked hard to keep my reading and college-level writing skills sharp. In my previous position as a community engagement director of a youth non-profit, I hosted college and job preparedness workshops as well as implemented a tutoring program to help youth with their organizational and study skills. In addition to the volunteer tutoring I've done in youth centers,...

...with a degree in Honors Anthropology. I have been a college and high school instructor and tutor for over five years. I specialize in areas of transition from high school to college, such as math, research, and writing, as well as college test prep (ACT/SAT and Application Essays), but I also have experience in more specific areas as well. To me, the most important aspects of helping students to learn are to be flexible and...

I am a senior in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Eastern Michigan University, and I have been tutoring for about five years, from middle school to early college age students. My hobbies are painting/drawing, playing piano and guitar, and playing with my pet rats and my cat! ... I strive to work with every one of my students to build on their knowledge of topics, so that they have a full understanding of whatever subject we...

...school and high school levels and ranges from teaching students in an alternative program to advanced students in a rigorous early college program. I have also taught English as a second language and high school completion/credit recovery courses. I believe that ALL students can learn and that each student is an individual with their own unique learning style. My teaching style varies with my students, as I tailor my methods to the individual learning styles...

...education, teacher certification, and six years of classroom teaching experience. I have taught PK-8 grade vocal and instrumental music in the public school, preschool in a private facility, and English as a Second Language overseas in South Korea. I have completed a 100-hour TESOL Certification Course and a 50-hour TITC English for Young Learners Certification. I have many hours of experience helping non-native English speakers improve their reading, writing, and conversational skills. I enjoy learning...

...major at the University of Michigan. I love genetics, cell biology, and anything to do with how living organisms interact with the world. I love taking observations that I make in the real world and trying to apply them to biological concepts that I've learned in class! I have tutored lots of people throughout my academic career, including students in grades below me, my own grade, but most importantly, myself. I think the most valuable...

...like to think that learning anything can be fun. It all depends on the approach you take. During my time in Japan, I continued to study Japanese myself, passing the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency test. Preparing for the different levels of the test constantly reminded me of challenges people can come across trying to obtain a goal. When I have free time, I like to catch a new movie (or an old...

...Michigan studying pre-med. I am majoring in Cognitive Science and minoring in the History of Medicine. Outside of Varsity Tutors, I volunteer as a tutor for the Detroit Educational Society, in which I help underprivileged students in Detroit study for the ACT and SAT. When it comes to the student-tutor relationship, I believe that a tutor's job is to provide a safe place for the student to ask questions and to make mistakes, while the...

I think that knowledge is power and the children are our future. I once dreamt of being a high school math teacher but resigned to studying economics in lieu of this dream. I like the relative certainty of mathematics and look forward to tutoring more people. "Teach a man to fish..." I believe that if I can inspire in others, even in the smallest manner, my love for knowledge with my intuitive outlook toward problem solving,...

...of Detroit Mercy. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English with a focus on literature and History. I also minored in Museum Studies. Since graduation, I have been working as substitute teacher in the Detroit area. Subbing has been a fantastic learning opportunity for me and has taught me much about becoming a better teacher. While I am comfortable tutoring in many different subjects, my primary passion has always been for History, English, and...

Hi, I'm Austin. I'm currently a senior at the University of Michigan studying math and German with a minor in computer science. I'm passionate about mentorship, and in my free time I like to read, play guitar, and watch baseball.

...of Michigan, pursuing a major in Psychology with a minor in Spanish and Business. I am committed to helping instill the element of curiosity into students and giving them the tools to ensure success. I have eight years of tutoring experience starting at elementary school mathematics, science, and language arts. Along with that, I have tutored students primarily in middle and high school level mathematics, PSAT & SAT math and language arts. I have a...

Hi, My name is Balbir and I would be honored to tutor you. I hold a B.S. and have worked for three years. I would be happy to help with organization, planning, and concept building. My specialities are the math and sciences, as I graduated with a Psychology major and a math minor. Hope to work with you soon! Balbir Singh ... When we start, it is important for the tutor and the student to be...

...15 years, first in outdoor education in California, teaching science through hands-on experiences like snorkeling, kayaking and hiking. In addition, I had the chance to travel as an international expedition guide in Central American and Africa with high school students, with a focus on history, anthropology, writing, and sociology. Five years ago I became a middle school classroom teacher in San Francisco, CA, specializing in English and history. I spent the last two years teaching...

...High School, a highly regarded college prep high school in Detroit, and Wayne State University, where I graduated in 2012 with a degree in Film Production. I am a filmmaker with an interest in teaching and interacting with youth. I am very friendly but expect high effort and a positive attitude. In my eyes, every student has the ability to accomplish whatever goals they set their minds to as long as they work hard and...

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Hello! My name is Everett. I've just graduated with my Associate's degree from Great Basin College in Pahrump, Nevada. I have diverse interests, but am focusing on computers at the moment. When I'm not working as tech support or studying, I work on my boat, which I will live on once it's completed. I hope to work with you!