Top Social Studies Tutors serving Albany
Rob: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...Magna Cum Laude from Fordham University with a triple major in English, Philosophy, and American studies. I have two masters' degrees, and am a certified teacher in the State of Massachusetts. As a tutor, I am both flexible and patient. No two students are the same, and therefore there is no "right approach" to tutoring. Rather, I try to meet students where they are, and find ways to help them accomplish whatever goals they have...
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, English / History / Philosophy
Fordham University - Master of Arts, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Barry: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...watch TV and movies, especially when time travel is involved. The idea of time and time travel is fascinating to me. I also like to read books that take a classic story and re-imagine them into different contexts, places, and times. I am currently reading "Cress", the third book in the Lunar Chronicles series by Marissa Meyer. "Cress" is based on the story of Rapunzel and is woven into the previous novels "Cinder" (based on...
Education & Certification
Hofstra University - Bachelors, Natural Science (Concentration in Mathematics)
University of Florida - Masters, Business Administration and Management
William: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
After graduating from Skidmore College, I moved to Milan, Italy and taught English to high school and university students. I also gave private lessons to students ages 7-31. While in college, I tutored in Italian, French and economics. I enjoy a challenge but think a fun and cheerful environment is the best way to learn. ... I believe in challenging and pushing students so that they can increase their confidence by amazing themselves through their own...
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Skidmore College - Bachelors, Economics
Vraj: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...a medical school in Upstate NY. I have a passion for teaching, specifically in the areas of math and science. I have extensive experience with teaching since early in high school, often formally and informally tutoring my peers and underclassmen in areas they struggled. Seeing them become more confident in their skills and improve their standings in their respective classes was some of the most impactful experiences I have had so far.
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Joshua: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...standardized test-taking, the process of which I profoundly enjoy, strange as it is to say. To my mind, taking a test imparts the same kind of pleasure as listening to your favorite kind of music. You have a certain, almost intuitive sense of what to expect: certain instruments might be playing at a certain tempo, while the general format of the examinations almost never changes. Even so, there's always something new at hand: notes can...
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Colgate University - Bachelors, Chemistry, Classics
Columbia University in the City of New York - Masters, Classics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Patricia: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...years *Taught at the college level for 10 years, and assessed students seeking college credit for life experience *Teach online French and Spanish classes, elementary level to adult, using many real-life, online materials; tutor students *Former item writer for NY State world language exams in NY, prior to it becoming an exam written at the local level *Graded NY State Elementary and Secondary Math, ELA and Science exams for several years *Home tutored students at...
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SUNY New Paltz - Bachelors, French
SUNY New Paltz - Masters, Secondary Education: French
James: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...times, mathematics, drama, and physical education. Working in a grades 6-12 private school in Vermont for 12 years, I continued to teach middle grades English but also taught grades 9-12. I received my undergraduate education at the University of Maine where I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science. I pursued my teaching certification at San Francisco State University and later earned a Masters in Educational Administration Degree from that same university. As...
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University of Maine - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
San Francisco State University - Masters in Education, Educational Administration
Esteban: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...language studies. I have taught and tutored students in countries like Colombia, Mexico, Germany, Canada and the United States, but I have been able to travel and engage with learners with an even wider arrange of culturally diverse backgrounds. I myself am Colombian, bilingual, and a believer in an approach to teaching that prioritizes informed conversation and dialogue, while encouraging critical thinking and gaining skills that will be useful in futural professional and academic fields.
Education & Certification
National University of Colombia - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Leiden University - Master of Arts, Cultural Anthropology
Freiburg University - Doctor of Education, Cultural Anthropology
Marcia: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...that students can learn whether that be visually, physically, verbally, logically, or socially. I tried to use real life examples and help my students learn the best way they know how to learn. I was patient with them and I took time to figure out their personalities in order to assess how to help them learn more efficiently. I think tutoring is more than trying to help a student pass a class or do some...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Albany - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
William: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
I am a gifted communicator who is capable of excelling at any task presented. An educator first in everything I do, I bring an empathetic and dutiful approach to my work that places a high premium on creating a positive learning environment. You will find me a very passionate and valuable member of the team.... I believe in a multifaceted approach that combines visual, oral, and written teaching methods that focuses on explaining both the "why"...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Albany - Bachelors, United States History
Hani: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...methods and study habits I teach my students are ones I have personally used and found to work, either in test prep or in math, science, and engineering courses. In addition to tutoring, I am always more than happy to give no nonsense advice to any student interested in going to engineering school. I look forward to getting to know you and passing on my experience and knowledge to help you accomplish whatever it is...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Current Undergrad Student, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Brooke: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...8 years. I have been an attorney for over 10 years. I love to see when a student gets it! I am always willing to help in whatever way possible and I want to make sure you not only get the right answers, but you know why they are right. Students: Remain focused on your goals, but know that your goals can change. The key is to remember you are destined for excellence.
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University of Maryland-College Park - Master of Laws, Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis
David: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
I am dedicated to helping students achieve their learning goals, and to making learning and mastering materials fun.
Education & Certification
Siena College - Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
Quentin: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...reframing any subject to help meet a student's personal learning needs and goals. In addition to my strong advocacy of literacy, I also have a strong love for the power of math and numbers. I know math can be very intimidating to many students and math trauma is very real. Part of the work in tutoring anyone in any subject that has chronically been difficult for them, is to facilitate the healing, in addition the...
Education & Certification
SUNY Empire State College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Samantha: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
I am currently in the proccess of earning my doctorate of education with an emphasis in leadership studies. I tutor a large variety of subjects, mostly pertaining to English and reading but also include organization, American Sign Language, and Criminology. I also specialize in academic coaching for students of all ages.
Education & Certification
Virginia University of Lynchburg - Bachelor of Science, Criminology
David: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...says "yay" in subdued, Monty Python kind-of-way. I have an undergraduate degree in computer graphics and interactive media from Pratt Institute (2003) and a master degree in electronic art from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2015). My favorite subjects to tutor are highschool math, C#, and python for data science. I find comfort in the structured logic of math and programming. It gives me the illusion that our existance can be understood and measured at times when...
Education & Certification
Pratt Institute-Main - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Graphics
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Master of Arts, Electronics Technology
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Certificate, Applied Economics
Corina: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...many students throughout my tenure and in several different areas of content. As a lifelong learner myself, I am able to project the importance of realizing that, when we open our ears and eyes to learning, we allow ourselves to respect others and listen to new ideas. This, in turn, brings respect and admiration to us. By becoming a lifelong learner with an ambition for learning, we cannot become stagnate in knowing that we are...
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The College of Saint Rose - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Sage Graduate School - Master of Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Skye: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...matter. Aspiring to this, I am as transparent with my students as possible. I guide them to "question everything," even me. I highlight as much my own questions as answers, encouraging them to do the same, in hopes to demonstrate that the latter cannot exist without the former, and that each holds equal value. I select readings and design assignments that will resonate with my students current lives; to really learn, after all, we first...
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University of New Hanpshire - Bachelors, English Language and Literature
New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Masters, Creative Writing
Linnea: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
...Skidmore College, studying political science. I have spent the last several months tutoring in my town to help students who are struggling with remote learning. My specialties are math, political science, and writing (I love editing papers!), but I can help in a variety of other subjects. I am a firm believer that education should be a positive experience so that students become lifelong learners. In my free time, I love doing martial arts and...
Education & Certification
Skidmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 720
Merit: Albany Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Albany, NY
I'm a recent graduate of Case Western Reserve University, having studied Spanish and Theater! Other interests of mine include sewing, writing, directing, and reading, in addition to working on theater productions and practicing my Spanish language skills.
Education & Certification
Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
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