Award-Winning History Tutors serving Richmond, VA

...degree in English, and then with my master's in education. I have been teaching elementary school here in Richmond for three years now, and I hope to use my experience to help new students with Varsity Tutors. I have always been a voracious reader, but I am also interested in science, math, and especially history. I'm very comfortable with all elementary subjects, from phonics to algebraic reasoning. My English degree came with a fair bit...

I am a VCU graduate pursuing my career in teaching. I am incredibly passionate about literature and history and I want to impart my knowledge on to others. There is nothing that pleases me more than being able to help others develop knowledge and understanding of things that I love! Looking to deepen my level of teaching by helping students reach there goals.... I want to be able to relate subjects in which students are having...

...students show an increased amount of enthusiasm after lessons. And whenever my students are truly satisfied with the content of my teaching, I'd offer a chance to have an open dialogue on any topic in order to increase their conversational skills. This will always help to build and motivate their sense of morale. Moreover, learning English is fun so we will be sure to appreciate our learning experience and time together. See you online!

Second-year at William and Mary history major focusing on the 20th century, specifically experiences of non-westerners and otherwise marginalized voices. I believe that community and connection are essential to the human experience. I aspire to share stories with others through poetry and prose to contribute to a more cohesive society. Tutoring is a way to connect on an individual basis in order to facilitate the spread of knowledge.

...science and reading courses, the subject I enjoy most is math. I am passionate about providing students with the help they need because I believe that education is the key that opens doors to success. Also, in my experience earning better grades can boost students morale and give them positive encouragement about their future. When I have free time I enjoy traveling and music related activities such as concerts, open mic nights and karaoke nights.

...rewarding task I have ever undertaken. I understand the importance of truly engaging students, of understanding the various styles of learning for each individual, and acting not only as a teacher, but as a mentor. The true goal is to not only teach the student the materials in front of them but to engender a life-long love of learning. Teaching and polishing writing, from a beginning level to college is a specialty of mine, but...

As a passionate advocate for the intersection of theory and practice in political science , I am thrilled at the opportunity to tutor students in the complexities of political theories, institutions, and real-world applications. I have a Bachelor's in Political Science from the United States Air Force Academy. I tailor...

...middle school aged students in their classes. Additionally, I have grown up in a household with lots of younger siblings, and I have babysat for many years, so I am comfortable working with younger kids as well. In my free time, I love to play volleyball - I have experience coaching a volleyball team for the Special Olympics Program. My tutoring style is one of patience and visual learning methods - my goal is to...

...I get to spend time with people. I am a parent and teacher and love helping students achieve their goals and reach success. I enjoy tutoring almost all of the social sciences with my favorite being United States History. I think understanding the history of our country is important and vital for us to influence and effect change in our society. If I had to describe my tutoring style it would be a patient tutor....

...Niger next spring. Whether it's in French or any other subject, I believe that hands-on exercise and repetition are key for ingraining a concept the mind. I like to present and discuss topics, but after that I think that the student had to get their hands a little dirty. I also believe that many people know way more than they think they do, so part of the learning process is having confidence in your knowledge.

...tone, and voice. In Spanish, I have moved far beyond the basics of grammar and sentence structure to using the language in order to communicate and discuss complex ideas and theories in an academic setting. When it comes to my teaching style, I believe it is extremely important to get to know a student both personally and academically. Doing so helps make my job easier, and the student's experience more enjoyable. I tend to focus...

...for education. For the past 15 years, I've been dedicated to tutoring students from 2nd grade to 12th grade in a variety of subjects, but my heart lies in social studies and K-5 math. I believe in making learning engaging and enjoyable for my students. In addition to academic pursuits, I also offer conversational English sessions. Outside the world of teaching, you'll find me exploring the outdoors, often accompanied by my furry friend on our...

...with students of all ages, backgrounds, English skills and much more. I have been a tutor for more than 10 years as well assisting students from elementary to college aged. I have experience as an adjunct community college ESL professor and adult education in ESL. I am both certified in secondary History with a strong background in Anthropology, as well as a certification in ESL - all grades. I am readily available to assist. Metro...

...range of disciplines, including English essays, lab reports, resumes, graduate school applications, etc., by teaching them different tools and techniques to use when writing. My tutoring style is to always have the students spearhead any revisions and offer useful guidance to help them form conclusions; I like to maintain that this is my student's work rather than my own. In my spare time, I enjoy doing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and working on the Crisis Text Line.

...I have a BA in History from Christopher Newport University, and a Master's in Secondary Social Studies Education from Virginia Commonwealth University. I currently live in the Richmond, VA area, and I am an avid bibliophile. I take great pride in creating customized learning plans for students, helping them not only learn history, but also see how it affects their own lives. I am passionate about a wide range of Social Studies topics, which helps...

...history and civics/government. I really enjoy teaching and tutoring a wide variety of subjects including elementary math, elementary and middle reading and writing, 4-8th grade science, and all levels of history. I believe that all children learn in a variety of different ways and deserve to be reached how they learn best. I strive to make learners feel important, heard, and well aware of all of their strengths. I believe on building knowledge from where...

...Sociology from Mary Baldwin University and my Masters in Business Administration from Averett University. I have held a variety of roles in the Learning and Development space for over 25 years and have 11 years of experience as a college instructor. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about sharing skills supporting student success, math, and writing. In my spare time I am a writer, a runner, and a fanatical...

...History and a minor in Spanish. During my senior year I tutored Spanish for lower-level Spanish students for hour-long sessions twice a week, focusing on comprehension and mastery of vocabulary and grammatical concepts. I have had success in helping high school and college level students who were failing their Spanish courses to achieve passing grades. In high school, I took both AP US History and AP European History, so I have firsthand experience with those...

Native Polish speaker with legal background and proficient knowledge of medical/ legal/ scientific vocabulary. Fun and entertaining :)

...those creative juices flow. I have been very lucky to be able to travel a lot and living abroad. I have been able to live in the United States, England, and Denmark as well as travel around Europe and some parts of the Middle East. These all connect with my love of languages, politics, and culture thus allowing me to learn from each interpersonal connection I make through my tutoring experiences. I am very excited...