Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Johns Creek, GA

...math because I enjoy applied math and I want others to be able to enjoy or at least feel comfortable doing math. My teaching philosophy is to adapt to the concerns and needs of each student. I also aim to make the material engaging. Students learn in different ways and it is my job to determine how to best help them remember and understand material. My other interests include creative writing, football, swimming, hiking, rock...

...a Master of Art in Education specializing in Special Education. I also have a Bachelor of Social Work and have spent the past 25 years working with children and adolescents. I believe all children have a learning strength; you just have to be patient enough to help them find it. I have taught in both private and public schools, from elementary to high school. I am an avid reader and enjoy sharing my love of...

...English and Literature because I have a passion for storytelling, and I enjoy teaching Math and Grammar because of their rational nature and the enjoyment that comes from solving logic puzzles. When I am not teaching, I enjoy going to the movies, spending time with my five younger brothers and sisters, and volunteering within MENSA. I believe that learning can always be made fun and is extremely rewarding when you put in the work. I...

...me all across the world to include educating students in Washington, DC, Chongqing, China, and most recently Atlanta, GA. I have taught students from pre-K through 12th grade in a variety of subjects from conversational Spanish to mathematics. More specifically, I have taught pre-algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, and even pre-calculus. I have also been an elementary and high school assistant principal as well as serving as the summer school principal. I also enjoy traveling...

...students on a personal level and try to transmit not only the information I have, but the enthusiasm I have about learning. I may not always have the answer to their questions in memory, but figuring out the answers alongside the students helps them understand the process, and teaches me new things along the way. My broad geography education solidified for me the importance of interdisciplinary approaches and putting things into spatial and temporal context....

...to local elementary schoolers, taught my high school peers chemistry and U.S. history, and edited many papers. I am currently an RWIT tutor at Dartmouth, where I help my peers with every step of the writing process from brainstorming to polishing penultimate drafts. I tutor because I love intellectually empowering people, whether they are in first grade or seniors in college. I want my students to be as excited about learning as I am, and...

...Education. Since graduation, I have taught in several schools, focusing on the younger grades, helping advance their reading abilities and writing capabilities. I am married and have 4 beautiful children, who are all grown up and going to college now (except one who is in high school). I was a home school mom to my kiddos for several years, with previous experience being a lead Kindergarten and Preschool teacher throughout the years. I also have...

...of education caught my eye ??? English as a second language. After getting TESOL/TEFL certified, I taught English for 2 ??? years in South Korea. Now that I am back in the United States, I continue to teach English as a second language to students who are local and overseas. As you can see, education is a huge part of my life. I am energized by the ???a-ha??? moments of my students. I believe, with...

I am a Navy Veteran, holding a Bachelors of Science degree in Telecommunications Management. I have accumulated vast knowledge and experiences through my expanded travels and I discovered my passion for sharing these experiences through teaching and tutoring others in their quest for higher learning. A true proponent of reach one, teach one as we traverse the vast knowledge in which the universe holds.

...tutored a variety of subjects for 4 years. I tutor for the SAT, ACT, and math up to calculus. By far, my favorite subject is math because of the freedom provided in approaching problems. I believe in giving students ample time with a subject so that they have a conceptual understanding before moving on. In my free time I play soccer, guitar, video games, and spend time with Nola, my golden retriever. I look forward...

...to overcome. As a late-diagnosed neurodivergent individual, both ADHD and autistic, I know firsthand the difficulties that can arise when it comes to accessing appropriate services, care, and a supportive learning environment. Through sharing my experiences on this platform, I hope to remind my clients that they are not alone in their struggles, and that there is nothing inherently wrong with them. I believe that everyone needs help in their lives, and it is essential...

My overall goal is to help make learning less intimidating. Let's work together to find strategies to help simplify complex ideas. Once the code is cracked, the opportunities to learn become limitless!

I am a student at the Georgia Institute of Technology with a passion for learning and helping others expand their horizons. I teach with patience and with the understanding that each student learns differently from one another.

...teacher for grades 7-12. My time teaching has been both rewarding and challenging. One of my focuses as a lead science teacher was to work with students on college readiness. From ACT prep to rigorous lab based science instruction, we saw students grow five points on the ACT and increased the pass rate on the state exam. As my time with Teach for America comes to an end, I am excited to continue my commitment...

I am an educator with over 23 years of experience in grades Pre-K - 3rd. I have taught gifted, second language learners, and multi-age students. I have a strong commitment to student development and student success.

...and design work. I also work as a college essay editor for an educational consultant based in Philadelphia. I am preparing applications to dual-degree graduate programs in city planning and law. I consider "co-learning" to be the most appropriate educational context, rather than a "master-apprentice" situation in which a student passively absorbs information. I seek to engage students in an active and participatory process, in which they consider me as an equal participant. Through critical...

...types of academic subjects. Teaching has always been my passion and I have consistently found a good way of connecting with students. I have worked with students who are struggling to understand very difficult course material in Biochemistry, Calculus 3 and electromagnetism in Physics. I have also worked with younger students in spelling, addition, subtraction and forming basic sentences. They don't call me "Coach" in the Georgia Tech Athletic Association Learning Center for nothing.

As a tutor, I approach each student differently as all students have the capability to learn well, but each student learns differently. I like to take time to engage the student not only with problems to solve, but also with conversation making sure that they not only understand each step in the process, but also are able to apply what they learn in their own unique way to perform well and grow as students.

...passionate about History, Literature, and Writing, and truly enjoy working with students in these fields. I find that students learn best when they are working collaboratively with their instructor, and I firmly believe that active engagement between the student and instructor provides the best opportunity for students to grasp the material. Education and learning can be a fun process, and I strive to make sure my students enjoy History, Literature, and Writing as much as...

...my graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am an advocate for literacy and higher education. In all fields, I feel it is important to be able to read and formulate thinking into sentences. I believe by educating and motivating youth they will discover the next big ideas, make a difference in their community, and give back to others. Outside of tutoring I enjoy music and watching television. I also enjoy spending time with...