Award-Winning IB Social and Cultural Anthropology Tutors

...had a near perfect attendance record, but still struggled with performing well on tests. I thought to myself, why was this happening? Students have so much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what...

...the most satisfying things to witness is when someone realizes they have new skills in sounding out words (ESL/elementary reading) or now-found confidence to take on the ACT! I do appreciate the learning styles of children as I currently share time each week at a pediatric hospital helping kids learn and grow! I have a...

...Philosophy. I'm incredibly passionate about all aspects of English, from analyzing poems to literary theory to grammar and syntax. I'm excited for the opportunity to tutor you in a conversation - you already know more about the text than you think you do, it's just a matter of knowing how to say tit!... You already know more about English literature and grammar than you think you do. My goal is for us to engage in a...

...in the South and in the Northeast, where I currently reside. I have a Masters in 20th Century American History from the University of Connecticut, a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and History (with honors), and I am currently working on a Masters in Business Administration, which should be completed by Summer 2018. I...

I am a recent graduate of St. Olaf College, where I received a B.A. (magna cum laude) in Philosophy with a concentration in Film Studies. I plan on pursuing a MA in Philosophy from The New School for Social Research. I am highly dedicated and detail oriented in both academic and professional pursuits.

...voice and academic empowerment. My primary focus is on student engagement and building a tutor-student relationship based on trust, honesty and open-mindedness. I see student success beyond just comprehension or memorization. I help students to truly synthesize the skills and concepts they need to feel confident in their internalization of the knowledge as they reach...

...I hold a B.A. in History and International Relations from Saint Josephs University. I am a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society, the Phi Alpha Theta history honors society, and the Sigma Iota Rho International Studies honors society. I am from upstate New York (Albany area). I am an avid Yankees, Football Giants,...

...IB classes as I could in addition to AP Government. My tutoring experience is primarily with elementary school-age, but I have great rapport with kids K-12. I attended an IB high school (Robinson Secondary School) and took as many IB courses as possible in addition to some AP classes. I will work with students to...

...Thomas Edison State University. I received many of my college credits from taking CLEP and DSST tests allowing me to graduate with a degree by the time I was eighteen. For completing my degree in this way, I received the Arnold Fletcher Award, an award for students with exceptional achievement in nontraditional learning. While studying...

...German in grades 1 – 5 at the Munich International School. I'm familiar with the philosophies and demands of the IB program, from the students’ as well as the teachers’ perspective. In addition, I’ve taught English as a Second Language at an academic summer camp for teenagers in Germany. Currently, I organize and lead a...

...it's amazing to learn biological functions and just appreciate them when you can actually identify them in your daily life. Math is just fun, I love it! I plan to use both of these interests to eventually develop low-cost, high-performance prosthetics to ensure equal opportunities for many others. I enjoying getting to know my students...

...Bio-statistics. I do a lot of research in my current "day job" and use these research and stats skills to design clinical research studies. I have completed the NBCOT item-writers workshop for the board exam for occupational therapists (which taught me how to write exam questions and what content is included on the board exam)....

...taken on the role of mentor to many of the incoming freshmen. I have spent most of my free time in college as a nanny and tutor to families around the DFW area. I have experience with all age groups and there is nothing that intimidates me! While I tutor a broad range of subjects,...

...but it didn't. I hope that my experiences can enlighten both children and adults to keep pursuing their education despite their limitations. I have two basic approaches to learning--reading and keep learning about the world around you. As an anthropologist, I enjoy teaching about human behavior, artifacts, and the environment, These things can teach us...

...student of chemistry, history, and geography. Currently, I am a resident in general surgery at the University of California, Irvine and I am taking time off clinical duties to complete a postdoctoral research fellowship at the University of Michigan. Throughout my studies and my experience, I have learned that the most effective tutoring involves active...

...teaching during my work experience at university. I was mentored by an inspiring school teacher who included me completely in assisting the children with their learning and study skills. The students were involved in their learning and assessed their knowledge through fun activity and inquiry based exercises. I was able to observe the academic gains from...

...a first-year medical student at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine as an M.D./MPH candidate. I am a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Mortar Board, and graduated with highest honors after completing a thesis on the use of palliative care in the U.S. I have taken several psychological classes at the...

...as a member of their team to help implement the inaugural reformation of the admissions review process at UT-Austin for the incoming freshman class, a process developed to address campus diversity through increasing the equity between the sociocultural and academic lens through which applicant admits are reviewed. I have been an invited guest lecturer at...

I am interested in tutoring with Varsity Tutors because I value education, and enjoy helping other students learn. I specialize in anthropology, both biological and cultural, as well as human anatomy and French.

...of all things social studies. University of Minnesota alumnus, with degrees in Global Studies, History, and Political Science. Currently in pursuit of a M.S.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Kansas. Over a decade of experience in social studies education presently teaching 7th Grade Ancient World Civilizations in Washington, D.C.