Award-Winning History Tutors in East Bay, CA

...different subjects, my favorite subjects are SAT preparation, English (especially writing and editing skills), Math, and Biology. Effective tutoring is very personal and requires work by both the tutor and student. I always try to work with my students on set common goals, and to identify clear strategies to meet those goals. Often, this involves...

...problem solving and understanding the theory behind a problem rather than just rote memorization. I believe in teaching a student how to approach learning in a way that stays with them long after they are done with their course. Outside of academia, I enjoy anything active such as playing soccer, long-distance running, and practicing yoga....

...a focus on international relations. Since graduation, I joined the U.S. Army Reserves as a Health Care Specialist. In the military, I received extensive training on emergency medicine. While I can tutor various subjects, I have a passion for History, Social Studies, and Biology. I have a firm belief that everyone has the ability to...

...I have experience tutoring elementary, middle, and high school students in all academic subjects and in standardized test preparation. I particularly enjoy working with students on writing and watching their progress. I encourage students to feel empowered in tutoring sessions and to simply utilize me as a source of encouragement and new perspectives. In my...

...tutor Economics when I can. I think my tutoring style can best be described as Socratic; my main mission when I work with students is to help them develop a long term methodology for problem solving and self motivation. When I am not tutoring I love to go hiking, backpacking, and skiing when the weather...

I am currently a middle school English, history, and reading intervention teacher. I love working with students one on one, getting to know them, and understanding the areas they struggle with most to provide them the most support!

...in Humanities in the History of Consciousness program at UC Santa Cruz in 2012, and have since been teaching classes in the arts, writing, philosophy, and environmental studies at UC Santa Cruz. I love teaching and working with people to improve their confidence in thinking, analysis, and writing. I love to surf, bike, and take...

...California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential. I have been working in classrooms, providing academic support, since 2004. I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs, from moderate to severe, and the gifted population. I am highly adept in tailoring education to fit each learner's needs, while maximizing output, motivation, and self-confidence. I sincerely enjoy...

...empathy. I strive to guide students to a greater understanding of the subject material while helping them recognize how they learn best. I have taught undergraduate college courses in psychology. I have taught and counseled children with learning disabilities and behavioral challenges. Additionally, I have extensive experience teaching older adults problem-solving and time management skills....

...and literature, world history and philosophy, and film and television. I'm well-read and culturally open-minded; I studied abroad in Seville, Spain for a semester, and I have traveled to a number of countries. My tutoring experience has involved Spanish language and analytical writing. I have plans to pursue a Master's degree in Education so I...