Top Social Studies Tutors serving Gaithersburg

Alyssa: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...need to be successful. I strongly believe in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they can take into any educational experience. I have been teaching in the DC area for 3 years, and understand the demands of the Common Core Standards, PARCC, SAT and other exams. I am familiar with ELA and history content...
Education & Certification
Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710

Ben: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...but I have a wide range of interests and abilities. I enjoy soccer, basketball, football, tennis, biking, board riding, exploring nature, cooking, eating, dancing, playing music, reading, and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700
GRE Verbal: 164

Alex: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...pursue this Socratic style of teaching after taking several courses in college from a professor who had perfected the technique. The majority of his class-time revolved around asking us questions that led us to the points he was trying to make. While not everything can be taught purely in this fashion, I try to make...
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University of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Conflict Resolution
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770

Alexandra: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...History, both with the Comprehensive Honors award. During my time at UW, I taught public health and safety to groups of twenty to two hundred students twice a week for three years. I have over 150 hours of teacher training and countless hours in the classroom. Furthermore, I was the editor of our student newspaper,...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, History and Journalism
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 32

Lucille: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...portion of the LSAT, and I hope to help my students find bits and pieces of the exam that they can have fun with to make it feel more achievable. Outside of school and tutoring I enjoy hiking, working out, watching K- and C-dramas, visiting museums, and finding new restaurants to try!
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Global Studies
Georgetown University - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
LSAT: 173

Daeyong: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...Science at a top 20 university, with a focus on education technologies. I've always been passionate about education, founding an organization called Pyoneers that directly teaches programming to hundreds of students. We have held a combination of virtual and in-person lessons, resulting in semester long workshops at local middle schools. I am also the President...
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Sarah: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...speaker for a number of years and also hold multiple degrees from the National Forensics League (the national public speaking/debate organization). I love academia and love helping others reach their full potential in academic environments. I would say I am a very patient tutor who is cognizant of different working and leaning styles, and am...
Education & Certification
Baldwin-Wallace University - Bachelor in Arts, French, International Studies, Communication Studies (triple major)
Georgetown University - Masters, International Affairs and Public Policy (dual degree)

Jennifer: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...have included elementary school students just barely gaining an appreciation for reading, first year college students seeking assistance in essay writing, and adult learners wishing to advance their reading skills after years of struggling. I understand that everyone learns and builds confidence differently and, therefore, I tailor my lessons to suit individual needs. I have...
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Bowdoin College - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Southern California - Unknown, Landscape Architecture

Richa: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
I graduated college with Aerospace Engineering and Political Science degrees with honors and continue to do work that combines social sciences and STEM concepts.
Education & Certification
North Carolina State University at Raleigh - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33

Zachary: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...tutored students K-12 on algebra, geometry, English (including all AP courses) and history courses. I'm also qualified as a tutor for public speaking including composition and delivery. My style of teaching involves incorporating technology, games, and creative activities that help build true understanding, not just memorize facts and information. Outside of the educational realm, I'm...
Education & Certification
Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Masters in Education, Special Education

David: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...math and physics. As a tutor, I emphasize patiently guiding my student to the correct answer, rather than giving it to them. I believe this method is the best way for the student to master the material. I enjoy the "aha!" moment my students have when the concept finally clicks. In my free time, I...
Education & Certification
Rice University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 34
ACT Science: 32

Katelyn: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...minoring in German. After undergraduate school, I aspire to obtain my PhD in Religious Studies and teach it professionally. I have received Dean's List all three of my semesters at UVA and am a member of the National Society of College Scholars and Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. I have been tutoring for six years,...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Religious Studies,
ACT Reading: 32
ACT Science: 33

Richard: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...age groups, skill levels, and motivation levels. I pride myself on finding the right approach that best suits a particular student. After completing a bachelor of arts in political science at Yale University, I served 8 years as a combat arms officer in the US Army. I coached, trained and mentored soldiers and junior officers...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Tufts University - Masters, International Affairs
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

John: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...having earned a master's degree in International Relations. As I continue my post-graduate plans, I'd like to use my spare free time to help students in a variety of subjects. I have worked with students in a variety of settings, including summer camp, a magnate high school, and a private English school in South Korea....
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Syracuse University - Master of Arts, International Relations
GRE Quantitative: 170

Holly: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...to fit the student, and always seek to apply what we're learning to real-world situations. In my spare time, I am an avid reader - books about historical events and education are some of my favorites, but I also enjoy popular fiction. I love attending Nats games, although I'm an Atlanta Braves fan at heart,...
Education & Certification
Oglethorpe University - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature (Minor in History)
Pacific University - Master of Arts Teaching, Elementary Education

Benjamin: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...have always felt an affinity for teaching foreign language as my grandfather taught Spanish at Berkeley in California and my mother taught high school Russian and English. My approach to teaching language to others and to learning on my own is one based on identifying key principles and concepts while simultaneously providing examples and explanations...
Education & Certification
College of William and Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Patrick: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...subjects I tutor, History, English, and French. The best part about tutoring is helping students to feel the same way about history and language as I do. The tutoring process is of great benefit to me as well, not just the student. I always come away learning a lot both about the relevant subjects and...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, History

Nichole: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...give the right tools and support. I have experience working with students of all age/grade levels on subjects ranging from history, English, writing, math, and test prep. I believe in empowering students with the skills they can apply across their course work. No two students learn exactly the same way and I spend time getting...
Education & Certification
Clarke University - Bachelors, History and Education
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management

Hannah: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...in the Prince George's County Public School District. I graduated from Cortland State University of New York with a degree in Elementary Education and History. In my free time I love to play with my dogs, wander the city of DC, and curl up with a good book. My love of reading is what pushed...
Education & Certification
State University of New York at Cortland - Bachelors, Elementary Education and History

Peter: Gaithersburg Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Gaithersburg, MD
...completed my pre-medical designation. Since graduation, I have worked on a wide variety of engineering projects, from NASA spacecraft to medical devices. I have also secured acceptance to medical school and am planning to attend next Fall. I am an experienced student in most Math, Science and Engineering specialties, but I am also passionate about...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800
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