Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Farmington Hills, MI

My name is Holly Sirka and I am an English and theatre teacher to middle school and high school students. I love reading, writing, hanging with my husband, playing with my puppy Pippa, shopping with my sister, going to museums, seeing plays through local theaters, and trying new restaurants.... My teaching philosophy is that learning requires 200% effort; 100% effort from the teacher, 100% effort from the student. Everyone can learn- we just have to understand...

I am a graduate of Marygrove College where I earned a Masters in Education with emphasis on Elementary and Middle School Teaching. My endorsements are in English Language Arts and Social Sciences. I am an author who loves Creative Writing. As a tutor my expertise is in motivating and encouraging students to give their best effort to master the concepts being taught. I have a knack for guiding my clients into good success!

...to feel confident with their ability to communicate ideas effectively. My experience as a tutor, mentor and editor has provided me with the opportunity to help a variety of students, from kindergarteners just learning to read, to high school seniors writing the essays that will gain them access to top-tier universities. In my years as a teacher's assistant for college freshmen, a workshop teacher at 826 Chicago and a literacy tutor with at-risk kids in...

Hi, I'm Austin. I'm currently a senior at the University of Michigan studying math and German with a minor in computer science. I'm passionate about mentorship, and in my free time I like to read, play guitar, and watch baseball.

...colonial-Vietnam war/ Civil Rights Movement Era. I also received a minor in Latin American Studies focusing on colonial Latin American History. I have worked and coached kids, and high schoolers in several different aspects, including sports. I believe I can emulate my passion for historical studies and writing to others! As I have learned myself, everyone learns differently! Visual vs. Linear learners can be Visual, Tactile, or Auditory; the key is working with each person...

...there! Im a student at Wayne State University in Detroit, pursuing a degree in psychology with concentrations in public health and Spanish. I have over seven years of tutoring experience in an array of subjects. I'm incredibly excited to be a tutor and to have an impact on your learning and academic success. Having a diverse set of interests has allowed me to understand how all of us can find new things to be curious...

...of Science in Economics, I have lived in 8 different countries and am fluent in Spanish! My mother is an early childhood educator and having a wealth of knowledge is something that has been instilled in me since birth. Through this program, I hope to engage students by not only teaching them how to be successful in the classroom, but how some of these concepts will be applicable in today's generation in the constantly changing...

...“What do you hope to accomplish?” I could easily say something about wanting to “wake the student up," “broaden their horizons,” or some variant thereof. Every teacher wants to do those things. When we use those sorts of hackneyed phrases without considering what they mean, we are speaking a dead language. We are partaking in an exercise in Latin grammar; making sure the form is correct without regard for the content. For example, students learn...

...I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and will help you reach your educational goals. For our Varsity Tutor sessions I will maintain consistency, compassion and awareness of the needs for each client. Success for you will be accomplished by being committed, organized and at ease with learning the materials. Quick update, I have led my Writers Creative Group for the past 3 years. We are writers, photographers, and journalists. My credentials are Masters of...

Jessie DiBattista attended Oakland University where she majored in Journalism. She currently works at Quicken Loans as a Copywriter intern. She previously worked for The Walt Disney Company as a Character Performer and the Detroit Zoological Society as a public relations intern. While in school she worked at The Oakland Post Newspaper and Oakland University Writing Center. She loves encouraging students to do their best and stops at nothing until the achieve their full potential.

...the University of Michigan and a Bachelor's in Spanish from Michigan State University. I have studied abroad in Spain and worked in Spanish speaking environments (immigration law, ESL), and I love teaching language! I can help with conversational Spanish, beginner or advanced vocabulary acquisition, reading and writing, translation, and more specialized skills like business Spanish, literature studies, and academic writing in Spanish. I use Spanish every day in my work environment and in my personal...

...in political science with a minor in statistics. I'm looking forward to helping you out with whatever academic endeavor that you're facing! Together we can take you to the next level. I can help with a lot of subjects, and together, we'll figure out where you are now, where you want to be, and what's in between you and your goal--and then we'll come up with a plan on how to get to that goal...

Hello! My name is Bella and I'm a personal tutor with years of experience! I am a current PA student who has a degree in health sciences. My job is to guide and academically motivate you!

...My name is Ellie, and I am currently a first year student at the University of Michigan Honors College studying Political Science and the Environment! I am passionate about helping students because I know how challenging new topics can be, as I am experiencing student life as well! I tutor Japanese, K-8th grade mathematics, K-12th grade reading/writing, college essay editing, and more! Education is incredibly important for our fostering our own growth to one day...

Hi my name is Ankita Chittiprolu, I'm pursuing my bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and I am working towards a pre-pharmacy pathway at the University of Michigan. I'm most passionate teaching Biology and Life Sciences. However, I love teaching math and english as well! I've been tutoring since high school and I love working with other students.

...Arbor and my Masters of Public Administration from Oakland University. Since graduation, I have worked as a healthcare consultant for a number of leading firms, which has afforded me some real world examples that I can use with students. During my graduate studies, I worked as a long term substitute teacher. This is where I developed my passion for teaching and educating. I also have experience tutoring private clients in the Metro Detroit area. While...

...I always stay positive and compliment my students on even the smallest gain in understanding. Certainly, a little light-hearted humor goes a long way! In addition, I spend a lot of time preparing customized lessons, and being sure I present material in a variety of ways, so that a student's learning style is supported. Also, I remain flexible with booking sessions, and keep communication with parents/guardians open, honest, and frequent. I also teach study skills...

...recently graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Gender&Health. I also have proficiency in French! I am pre-med and especially enjoy anatomy and biological/life sciences. I tutor a variety of subjects including but not limited to high school biology, middle school math and science ,french 1-4, pre-algebra, geometry, algebra I, psychology, elementary math and english. My goal is to help students see their full potential with hands...

I seek to engage others in their learning experiences and uplift students. I believe in the power of the growth mindset and that anyone can learn if they have the desire to.

...travel as an international expedition guide in Central American and Africa with high school students, with a focus on history, anthropology, writing, and sociology. Five years ago I became a middle school classroom teacher in San Francisco, CA, specializing in English and history. I spent the last two years teaching overseas in Lisbon, Portugal, working with diverse students from around the world. My teaching credentials in both elementary education, and secondary English and Social Sciences,...