Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Chester County, PA

...to teach Biology and General Science in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I attended The College of New Jersey for Biology and Secondary Education and graduated in 2007. My philosophy about science education is that it is fun and offers vast opportunity for discovery. As a student, I was chided for having too much fun in science class and I want to bring this enthusiasm to all students who are struggling in the subject.

...another. I have been, at different times in my life, the atypical student and instructor of atypical students. Being on both sides of the desk has taught me a crucial lesson: when students are treated like the individuals they are and given choices in regards to teaching styles and learning settings, they are capable of academic excellence. They not only survive the scholarly world - they thrive, and develop their own lifelong passion for acquiring...

...enthusiastic tutor. I put a premium on conversation between myself and the student because I believe that in this kind of environment the kind of learning that will out-last a session will flourish. I am an out-going person who would love to talk about your reading list and identify ways for you to present your ideas clearly and forcefully. I love to travel and bring many of the experiences I have had with other cultures...

...several tutoring positions, my favorite experience was when I designed an interactive obstacle course demonstrating the functions of the adaptive immune system as part of the Pitt Tissue Engineering Summer Camps Initiative. The obstacle course contained everything from NERF guns to secret handshakes and is emblematic of my tutoring philosophy: I always encourage my students to visualize the course material in creative ways that stretch beyond the classroom. While I tutor numerous subjects, my personal...

I am a graduate from the University of Notre Dame with degrees in history and philosophy. I am an avid reader and student of the Liberal Arts, though I have a strong background in Math and Science as well. I have achieved good marks on both the SAT and GRE.

...school has always been something I have taken seriously. I believe hard work, focus and dedication are three attributes that have allowed me to be successful at Saint Joseph's University. As I tutor, I strive to not only provide subject driven expert advice, but also pass along my study habits that have placed me on the Dean's list consistently. I am a senior majoring in finance excited to graduate and begin working at the Vanguard...

...metropolitan area for over a decade. Thus, I bring a lot of teaching and tutoring experience with me to work with each student. I believe that learning is different for all people, and I dedicate each tutoring session to meet each student where he or she is with any given lesson. I am patient and knowledgeable. I meet each task with professionalism and expertise. In my free time, I enjoy reading, writing poetry, yoga and...

...have experience working with a variety of learners as a Teaching Assistant (TA) for biology, statistics, and chemistry courses at Penn. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I focus on supporting students' preparation for the SAT/ACT exams. I valued my experience working with a tutor to prepare for these exams and found that my tutor's guidance significantly improved my confidence and performance. I aim to do the same for my students and help...

I graduated from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. I was a fourth grade teacher and have worked in special education classrooms in grades ranging from Kindergarten through fourth grade. I love helping student in all walks of life. When a topic finally clicks with a student that is my favorite moment! My favorite subjects to teach are math and reading.

...grade reading, writing, and social studies for 3 years, including a year and a half of remote online instruction with 50 students. I also have teaching experience with pre-k through 6th grade in a variety of subjects. I am trained in a variety of methods to teach students the foundations of literacy including EL curriculum, Words Their Way, and Orton-Gillingham. After getting to know your strengths and goals, I'd create a tailored approach to...

...autism; throughout my childhood, I would help him with life skills and academics. I am a biology student at The Pennsylvania State University in my second year. I tutor subjects such as Science, English, and Algebra, but my favorite would have to be Spanish. I introduce different learning styles to students based on their respective needs. Outside of the classroom, I love going to the gym, spending time with friends, and partaking in genetic research.

Communication is key to any role, and I strive for clarity by relying on the subject matter to speak for itself. My goal is to communicate the knowledge to the best of my ability and leave any opinions, biases and judgements out of the equation.

...BA in Diplomacy & International Relations from Seton Hall University. My passions lie in English, History, and teaching in general. I believe the quest for knowledge and understanding is paramount to living a better life. Based on my teaching experiences, I have developed a teaching philosophy that gives the students the room they need to create and take ownership of their studies. My goal is to foster independence in every student and allow these students...

Hi! I'm Katie, and I'm a certified social studies teacher in Maryland and Pennsylvania. I taught 8th grade U.S. history in Maryland for a year, 9th grade world history and AP Government in Philadelphia for a year, and am currently teaching 12th grade ELA in Philadelphia.

...to excel on the SAT/ACT as well as in the various Regents exams. I graduated summa cum laude from Touro College, and now I am a graduate student working towards my PhD in history and teaching college part-time. I have had the opportunity to teach hundreds of students in a college classroom. I have really enjoyed this experience, but I have found that many smart, motivated students lack the skills they need to maintain a...

...working with high school students as a resident counselor at Johns Hopkins University. In the fall, I plan on working in classrooms in the Philadelphia area. I have experience across the humanities, and have a particular love for history. I also understand the importance of preparing for standardized tests, and have found the same critical reading and writing skills needed to score well on them to be invaluable as my education has progressed. I look...

...were often of lower academic ability and I loved the challenge the opportunity offered to me. To improve their motivation, I applied different teaching methods including games, quizzes and debates. Seeing my students improve their listening skills, their grammar and their research skills was very gratifying and that inspired me to help others to develop and to achieve their maximum potential. I am very creative and enjoy devising methods that make learning interesting. We are...

...I developed and standardized curricula for ISEE preparation (6th grade), Mathematics (5th and 6th grades), English (5th and 6th grades), Physics (5th and 6th grades), comic design (5th and 6th grades), and Robotics (grades 5 through 8). I also reviewed homework and skill-built in areas of weakness for students (grades 3 through 12). In 2009, I worked for Huntington Learning Center where I tutored students in preparation for the SAT in Math, Reading, and Writing....

...an invigorating experience. Throughout my personal struggles with academics, and my work with students of all ages I have discovered the value of the individualization of course materials to meet the unique needs of each student. I believe that all students are unique, and thus have their own personal styles of interpreting and retaining information. By teaching students through lessons created in harmony with an individuals learning style, students are able to understand information at...

...a strong grasp of basic concepts in order to solve problems of any level. If I find that my teaching is not fully effective, I will adjust my style as much as needed for students to learn. Patience and reasoning come naturally to me, as if I was born with them. This is why math is my strong point. I have received a great deal of extracurricular training on test-taking whether for the SATs or...