Award-Winning History Tutors serving Philadelphia, PA

...my first year of University, I took three English courses and an intensive Writing Seminar which helped me develop my ability of analyzing, interpreting and explaining complex English texts while improving my written and oral communication skills. One of my greatest joys is helping a student who is first afraid or confused about a subject to understand it to the ability of being a master of that subject. During my freshman year, I was involved in...

...to ground material and strategies in reality, drawing connections to real world situations, as it gives the material purpose and enhances tutees' understanding of the concepts. I personally find mathematics most enjoyable to tutor, as I find that its stigma of difficulty makes it especially satisfying for students once the material is made more digestible and relatable. In my free time, I enjoy running, basketball, fashion / design, and cooking, among other interests.

...their own. My name is Thomas Maxim Guerin, although I often go by Max. I was born in White Plains, NY in 1966. I graduated from St. Mary's College of Maryland with a B.A. in History in 1989. I got an M.A. in History from Arizona State University in 1992. In the years since then I have lived in Philadelphia, Pa. I taught for many years at Penn State's Brandywine Campus, where I handled classes...

...of Arts and Sciences degree from Temple University, and a Juris Doctorate from Widener University School of Law. Over the past 21 years, I have attained multiple licenses and held various governmental appointments, including Executive Director of Redevelopment in NJ and Presiding Camden County Commissioner overseeing condemnation hearings. My experience spans from residential real estate acquisitions to leading the pre-development efforts for the Scarlet Pearl Casino and Resort in D'Iberville, Mississippi. Currently, I am dedicated...

...Systems and Business Analytics. I graduated from one of the best public high schools in America, Central High School, with a Bachelor of Arts (CHS is the only school in the nation that has the ability to confer academic degrees). While in high school, I tutored English Literature to newly immigrated college students. Additionally, I received an I.B. diploma after completing the 2-year program, studied abroad in Singapore at Nanyang Technological University as a college...

To utilize my capacity for empathy and knowledge in providing and supporting students and to also never be afraid of learning from my own experiences and/or failures. ... We are all students and teachers; it just takes consistent curiosity and eagerness to apply what we learn.... Get to know the student and gauge the level of interest and knowledge.... To open them up to resources outside of the curriculum and to incorporate outside research into the...

...New York, but I currently attend college at Princeton University. I am majoring in Public Policy and Foreign Affairs with a minor in Music Theater. I specialize in tutoring for standardized tests such as the SAT/ACT/SSAT, along with writing-intensive subjects such as English, History, or Social Studies. I also have strong backgrounds in French, Music Theory, and Math. Additionally, I am well-versed in the nuances of the college process and am happy to help with...

I have been tutoring international students for over 10 years. All my students love my creativity and sense of humor. I always provide them with fun lessons that encourage them to develop their conversation skills and teach them about American culture. I have mostly taught online but I have also taught face to face. During my ten years I have taught students from Korea, China, and Europe.

...and History with a 4.0 GPA. I bring 5+ years of successful tutoring experience across K-12 and higher-level subjects. My areas of expertise include test prep (SAT/ACT/SSAT), Ivy League and college admissions, essay and writing support, AP exams, mathematics, and humanities. Previously, I was a peer tutor at Groton School, the #1-ranked college preparatory school in the United States. By utilizing a framework of consistent dialogue, personalization, and planning objectives, I look forward to helping...

...the University of Notre Dame in 2015 with a bachelor's degree in Political Science. After graduation I then completed a Pre-Health Specialized Studies Post Bacc Program at the University of Pennsylvania with plans to ultimately attend medical school. During my time at Notre Dame I spent 2 years tutoring students through College Mentors for Kids. Although I am confident working with all subjects, I am particularly comfortable tutoring in math, reading, physics, and standardized test...

...books have changed my life and I hope to instill the same passion I have for the written word within all my students! I have been teaching both high school and middle school in Philadelphia for the past five years. I have taught reading intervention and seen many of my students make enormous gains. I am in the process of being certified in the Wilson System of reading, which is a rigorous and research based...

...me that everyone learns at their own pace and that it is essential that an instructor possess patience and understanding in order to enable a student to learn successfully. Additionally, I am a strong believer in the philosophy that "practice makes perfect." No amount of studying theory or concepts will provide a student with the insight as to their strengths or weaknesses in a particular subject that actually requires a student to actively apply those...

...I am majoring in Elementary Education. In high school, I worked in a fully-functioning preschool for 3 years and during my senior year I student taught at a local elementary school in a 3rd grade classroom. Even though my primary interest is elementary, I am able to tutor middle and high school students because of my experiences with the curriculum. I took many AP classes as well. My favorite subjects to tutor are reading and...

...as well as cooperated with NGOs in various human-rights related programs. He has been teaching and mentoring high school, university, and adult students for over 6 years in a variety of subjects. He specializes mostly in English/Verbal sections of standardized testing (ACT, GRE, etc.), English writing (essays, theses, articles, etc.), English reading, Spanish, Political Science and Government, College Admissions and Applications, Public Speaking, and Study/Organization Strategies. Facilitating intergovernmental cooperation, sacrifice, and change through diplomacy to...

...of teaching Special Education for Philadelphia Schools. I have three kids. I am an artist. I love biking, jogging, and rigorous training. I practice tai chi and meditation. I live in the bustling city of Philadelphia, PA and have travelled much over the years. I believe in self improvement through self actualization. I believe that learning happens all of the time, every second. We just need to be aware in the moment as much as...

...tried to teach a student in these past four years, gets better with practice. I'm thankful to have attended a high school that allowed me the opportunity to offer academic support to my peers. There were no material incentives - the rewards were intrinsic. Thus, I learned to love teaching for its own sake. When I came to college, the opportunities only expanded. I was able to support myself through the first year of college...

...Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering and a minor in Mathematics from the University of Oklahoma in 2016. Furthermore, I have tutored for six years in the ACT and SAT, along with mathematics through differential and integral Calculus, and a host of subjects ranging from humanities and writing through physical sciences such as Chemistry. I have written an ACT study guide that condenses practical advice in a palatable manner, and we could work through this...

...to something you're interested in if possible and give you the confidence you need to really excel at that subject. I like tutoring because these are subjects that I enjoy and if I can help you break the wall that hindears you from understanding them then I can help you enjoy them too. Outside of academics, I love reading, traveling, spending time with my animals, and watching British tv shows. My newest hobby is figuring...

...In the past, I have tutored high school students in a wide variety of math and physics courses. I also have experience in helping students prepare for the SAT standardized test. I am a firm believer that education lies at the heart of a fulfilling and successful life and I strive to instill these values in all the students that I teach. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, golfing, and hanging out with friends.

Hello! I have a summer and a half experience as a summer camp counselor looking after kids all day and teaching basic camping skills. My education is a BA in economics, but I have many interests, mostly in social studies or philosophy. Tutoring should be a personalized experience that fosters interest in subject matter, while also repeating important info being that will be tested for.