Award-Winning History Tutors serving Plano, TX

...know I didn't know. I strive to teach and help in a relevant, understandable, and helpful way. I attended Oakland University on a full-tuition academic scholarship and majored in finance and minored in accounting. After working in the financial planning industry for 4 years, I became one of the youngest CFP Professionals in the country in 2019. My best areas to teach are personal finance, economics, Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, and ACT prep.

...sophomore at Austin College. I am a biology major and neuroscience minor. Science has been my passion from a young age. I like tutoring because I sincerely enjoy helping others and being able to impart my knowledge and experience. Along with being strong in my curricular classes, I have experience helping and tutoring younger students in various subjects and test prep. As a patient and encouraging teacher, I am adept at helping others reach their...

...communities, 10 years in the classroom as a Substitute Teacher and countless years as a tutor. I have extensive experience with learners who have other contributing factors which hinder them academically. It is my belief all students are able to achieve academic success and I work tireless to identify strategies to assist them in overcoming hurdles. I tutor a broad range of subjects and age groups. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling around the...

...why I am more than happy to share my knowledge with others who are struggling! Tutoring is a great way for me to spend my time helping others excel. I am currently a student at Rice University in Houston, Texas where I am majoring in Mathematical Economic Analysis. I have a strong math background and am also to teach test prep, having scored in the top percentile on the SAT and PSAT in high school....

...this knowledge through developing not only a passion for each student as a unique individual with a way of approaching the various concepts they must learn. My qualifications include a Masters degree in Human Communication with a bachelors in Bible and Communication with over four years of teaching experience within a variety of subject areas including American Sign Language, Communication/Public Speaking, remedial Math and Science, and English. In my free time, I like spend time...

...most of my experience in tutoring is centered around my time in college as I worked as a tutor at the University of Texas Learning Center. Here, I worked both as a group tutor and as a personal one-on-one tutor for general chemistry and organic chemistry for 3 years. It was during this time that I developed a personal philosophy in teaching - breaking things down to its simplest components and making them relevant to...

...me to work as a full-time AmeriCorps tutor in a public school in Chicago following graduation. I spent this year tutoring and mentoring fifth graders, providing whole classroom support and leading small group pull-outs. I also led an after school program focusing on homework help and Common Core skills for fifth and sixth grade. I have a deep understanding of the Common Core in both English Language Arts and Math and of what students are...

...Law where I received my Juris Doctor degree. My greatest instructional strengths include test prep (ACT/SAT), critical reading, writing, biology, and Algebra I. I am quite comfortable in a myriad of other subjects as well. My teaching style is best characterized as 'hands-on'. My goal is to enable the student to become confident with the material through practice and self-reinforcement. I serve to assist where needed using substantive knowledge and to motivate through patience and...

An AP English teacher for over 20 years, Jennifer also works for College Board and ETS scoring SAT essays and AP essays for over ten years now. Mrs. Barbknecht is an award-winning teacher who firmly believes that every student can learn how to be successful both in academically rigorous courses and on difficult standardized tests. Her students have earned perfect scores and gained admittance to Ivy League universities and colleges.... Teaching is all about figuring out...

...tutoring students anywhere from elementary to high school, I've enjoyed getting to meet new faces, work with different learning styles, and make learning engaging! I currently find it exciting to assist students on the honors biology track at the University of Texas at Austin, and I enjoy collaborating/working with students in a variety of STEM and humanities fields. In my free time, I enjoy singing, reading, staying active and spending time outdoors!

...aged students in a YMCA Outreach program for a year. I also worked as a Peer Mentor for the Chemistry Emerging Scholars program at the University of Texas at Austin, where I tutored 20-30 students twice weekly on freshmen general chemistry. I love working with people and really enjoy teaching others. I also will be tutoring MCAT prep for students preparing for medical school. I previously took the test in January of 2016 and self-studied....

...special needs and accommodations. In fact, as a future School Psychologist, one of my primary roles will be to work with families, teachers and administrators to provide the best assessment of and intervention support for students with unique academic and social needs. I am aware of how important test preparation, study skills and academic abilities are for students as they head towards the next steps in their education, and I am more than willing to...

...with a B.A. in History and Government, as well as earning my teaching certificate. I am eager to once again help students to learn and love Social Studies, especially after all of my travels in Europe and experiences with new cultures over the past two and a half years. I look forward to meeting you and your student! *Photo is of me standing in a WWI trench on the border of Italy and Switzerland!

Tutoring is a proactive way by which people enrich their learning experience and see their goals carried out by whatever means available. I shall be your means. As a Historical graduate student and Associate of Education, learning is my wheelhouse, and Social Studies are my specialty. I am a trained researcher, and will gladly assist you in your own research.

...read, participate in discussions, and effectively communicate their ideas. I have successfully helped students prepare for the STAAR English EOC 1 and 2 exams and achieve passing scores. I firmly believe that all students can learn and that education is the key to improving the world. My goal is to instill a love of lifelong learning in all my students. In my free time, I enjoy writing poetry, listening to music, bowling, and walking in...

...science, business marketing, and an MBA, and I am currently pursuing a second master's degree in information technology. This diverse educational background allows me to tutor various subjects, including history (with a particular focus on U.S. history), Computer science and computer learning-related topics, math, writing, and Microsoft Office applications like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. I also enjoy tutoring business-related issues, drawing on my extensive experience in the field. My favorite aspect of tutoring is creating...

...them best and encourages them to LOVE what they learn! My core belief is that every student is intelligent and capable of anything they put their mind to; I work on instilling this attitude through positive reinforcement and fun, hands-on lessons that engage the student. My background in special education and elementary education allows me to organize and tailor lessons to fit each student's individual needs. I have experience working with students that have an...

...extends beyond mere content; it's about igniting curiosity, fostering understanding, and empowering students to become confident and independent learners. My own academic journey was fueled by a fascination with the interconnectedness of science and math. This fascination blossomed into a deep appreciation for their ability to unlock the world's secrets and solve real-world problems. Witnessing the "aha!" moment when a challenging concept clicks for a student is what truly motivates me. I believe every student...

...skills, and integration of technology are some elements that I use to make learning meaningful and connected to the real world. I have a BA in American Studies from a prestigious women's college, and a Master's in Teaching English as a Second Language. In my BA program, I also studied Spanish and Education, and have lived and taught in Latin America. My passion is finding creative ways to reach each learner according to his/her learning...

...high school, I still cherish the moments when she asks for my help. Over the past couple of months I have been tutoring at a place in Allen and I love every moment of it. During the course of that time I have been able to establish a great relationship with all my kids. I love seeing their smiles when they tell me they were able to ace a test in school due to my...