Award-Winning History Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

...knowledge and emote positivity through learning and guidance. I have learned and transfered these gifts to others for their own personal success for over 11 years. I have came to ask myself. Newton wasn't the only one who saw the apple fall, yet he was the only one who asked, "Why?" I currently have retired after 20 years of teaching at George Wythe high as a special education teacher in Richmond Va.

...get ahead in a class, and I promise you that together we will achieve your goals. Out of all the tutors out there, why should you pick me? Well, for the past five years, I have been a tutor in a wide range of capacities delivering my services to an even broader range of students. The experience I hold not only as a tutor but also as a regenerative-medicine lab member help to me take...

...currently work as a self-taught computer programmer, and am using the same love of learning that gave me this job to help other students. In 2009, I began tutoring three students who were failing their Honors Chemistry class at the end of the first quarter. By the end of the year, two had B's and one had a C. The pride of that success has kept me tutoring for more than 7 years. Giving motivated...

...their understanding of the material. Next a game plan must be put together to get the student from where they are currently at to where they want to go. The fact of the matter is unless a student has always struggled in mathematics since kindergarten, they can achieve a perfect or near perfect score on the SAT/ACT mathematics section. The only traits that are required are a high level of expectations as well as the...

...for English classes and writing help. From 2009 to 2010 I taught English to Chinese-speaking students in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. I attended Millsaps College in Jackson, MS, for my undergrad, where I majored in English and anthropology, was president of the English honor society, and graduated cum laude and with honors after defending a year-and-a-half-long research thesis. I earned my masters in journalism at New York University, where I interned at the websites for The New...

...in Speech and Composition from Penn State University Park, and am pursuing a Masters Degree in Social Work at the University of Pittsburgh. My most rigorous experience as an educator comes from his years working in a wilderness therapy program in the deserts of Utah, where I spent over 500 nights as a field guide, youth mentor, and staff trainer. I believe that education's primary goal is not the acquisition of knowledge, but the development...

...have taught middle school history extensively in Pennsylvania for a private school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects including essay writing and reading comprehension. I am most passionate about U.S. History, Geography, and World Religions. I firmly believe that education is absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to instill this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling, coaching soccer and lacrosse, riding...

I embrace the dedication to integrate social justice, equity, access, inclusion, and diversity into all my decision-making, collaborations, processes, and strategic efforts.

...science ever since I started high school; making practice tests and explaining important concepts to students who felt they were falling behind. I continued this work as an Undergraduate TA, and a Math Center tutor in college, helping students to connect class concepts to homework when the professors were not able to follow the material as taught by the professor. I am fortunate that math and physics are some of my personal interests. I know...

I have tutored many students in English, but have a passion for the Spanish language, and enjoy sharing my knowledge in the subject with others studying it. I am patient and creative in my approach to tutoring. I am available to work whatever hours are needed. I am able to work throughout the year as a tutor. I can work both after school and during the day.

...with many different skills in subjects such as History, and English, as well as various types of math such as Algebra, Pre-Calc and Calculus 1. I have been informally tutoring my peers since high school, which ignited my passion for education, and have gained experience in teaching in a classroom through my university studies. My approach is student-centered; I prioritize getting to know my students personally and tailoring lessons to their interests, making learning more...

Im Alejandro, PhD in Latin American Literature. For the last 6 years I have taught various undergraduate courses including humanities and social sciences. My broad experience in strengthening students skills on writing, speaking and reading helps them comprehend while enjoying Latin American culture and way of life. I challenge my students to become independent learners engaging with them in interesting, real life conversations that diversify, not only their language, but also personal skills.

...able to work with them one on one is some of the most rewarding and most enjoyable experiences I have had in my teaching experiences. Students will often need that extra help that they are not able to get in a school with a larger classroom. Making connections with the students is something I have done with success during my time leading classes at church as well as during my student teaching experience. This is...

...with Teachers College of Columbia University. I have spent 10 years in the education field teaching subjects such as language, social studies, professional writing, critical thinking, public speaking, and cross-cultural communication. Teaching throughout the UK, US, Cambodia, and China has allowed me to instruct a range of students with a range of strengths. From assisting with math lessons at a primary school in England, to teaching reading analysis skills to university students in Cambodia, I...

...minor in Spanish. Every semester, I complete 30+ hours in various social study content area classrooms, in various high schools in the Pittsburgh area. I tutor social studies (U.S. history, psychology, world history, government) and beginner Spanish. My favorite subject area to tutor is U.S. history because I love to see how our nation has formed throughout the years! I look forward to helping students learn content, but also help them see where they can...

...Art has always been a central part of my life, and I have experienced firsthand the transformative power of creative expression. Through tutoring, I aim to guide others in developing their artistic skills, encouraging them to explore new techniques and ideas while gaining confidence in their creativity. At the same time, as a native Polish speaker, I recognize the importance of language in connecting with others and understanding cultural nuances. Polish is not just a...

...and cooking. I grew up listening to punk rock, and in the process, I learned to play guitar and drums. At this point though, I listen to just about everything including hip-hop, electronic music, country, and pop. I also enjoy cooking and learning to make cuisines from other cultures. Lately, I have been trying to master Lebanese food. Lastly, I like to travel. I have been all over the USA and Western Europe, and I...

I enjoy learning from others and helping others learn. Learning is always a reciprocal process in my opinion. Hopefully, I can use my experience working in the education system to benefit students through Varsity Tutors.

I am passionate about education and have obtained a Master of Arts in teaching secondary science. I have been teaching for 3 years in a traditional classroom and also have experience as an outdoors educator. I think teaching works best when the teacher has time to get to know how the student learns and introduce them to concepts in a variety of ways. I am a certified science and middle school social studies teacher, but...

...I have Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, a Master degree in Robotics and a PhD in Physics. I received my PhD from University of Pittsburgh, focused on Physics Education Research. I have taught Engineering subjects for about 3 years and worked as a Physics TA/TF fro about 2 years. I like to teach and also like to help students which is reason for my PhD specialization. I teach Physics, Math and Engineering courses.