Top Social Studies Tutors serving Long Beach
Mark: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
I am a recent Yale graduate with a B.S in chemical engineering. I have over 5 years of experience tutoring a wide range of subjects, and I am very passionate about math and science. My favorite part of tutoring is instilling confidence into students and making them feel that they can understand and enjoy a subject.... Everyone learns differently, but everyone can learn anything.
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineer
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Rebecca: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...the lighting of a fire." I empower my students to seek answers on their own and develop their critical thinking skills. As a tutor, I structure my teaching around the student's individual interests and needs. For example, one 6th grade student loved to perform onstage, so we wrote a play to explore theme, plot, and dialogue. My favorite subjects to tutor are reading, writing, English and American history. In my free time, I teach yoga...
Education & Certification
Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163
Andrew: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...have five years experience working as a program aide for an elementary school and two years experience tutoring high school students. When it comes to tutoring my motto is "Show don't Tell!" and I believe that any student has the opportunity to do better with the right resources and attitude. I can help with most math and english ranging from elementary to high school as well as ACT test prep. I especially like helping with...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Business
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Travis: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...boxes and getting the right answer is not success. What I value far more is not just telling students the answers to their problems, but providing them with the resources and strategies to arrive at the correct answer themselves. Not only does this empower students, but it also gives them a framework to understand and tackle more complex problems outside of tutoring. Additionally, I see no value in simply telling a student that they are...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Bassey: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...have tutored elementary students for almost a year and enjoy teaching study skills techniques. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite subjects to tutor are reading and writing because I enjoy doing both. I have always enjoyed school and feel that education is one of the most important things we can obtain in life. I hope to be able to share my appreciation for education with my students so that they may...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
California State University-Long Beach - Master of Science, Kinesiology
Derek: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...Westchester County, New York I began tutoring elementary and middle school students at my local JCC in a multitude of subjects. Starting my junior year of college, I worked in the History Department as tutor, with a strong emphasis on helping students in American and European History. I am most passionate about tutoring students in History and English, including AP courses. I feel that I bring a creative and unique approach to my tutoring, and...
Education & Certification
Skidmore College - Bachelor in Arts, History/Theater
State Certified Teacher
Layan: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...tutoring most subjects, but my strengths are test prep, studying and time management skills, and reading, writing, and critical thinking skills at any level. I love helping students find the way that works best for them to approach problem solving and learning. I am very interested in education and have experience working with both children and young adults in New York public schools as well as outdoor summer schools. I speak both French and Arabic...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology/Sustainable Development
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740
Brandon: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...science specifically astronomy. From a young age he has been inspired by mentors, teachers, Caltech, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and the nearby Griffith Observatory to continuously study the stars. Eventually he wishes to pursue a PhD in Astrophysics, hoping to advance the knowledge for all humanity. During his undergraduate career he spent most of his afternoons tutoring and assisting teachers at an Elementary school in Malibu focusing primarily on math and science. Another passion of his...
Education & Certification
Pepperdine University - Bachelors, Physics
Cristina: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...speakers as well as taught English as a Second Language (ESL) for the state of Arizona. As someone who has learned both Spanish and Russian through classroom instruction, I find it rewarding to help students enjoy the challenges of learning a foreign language at school. As someone who loves to read and write, I also enjoy working with students on the challenges of essay composition and reading comprehension. My theater background has also prepared me...
Education & Certification
U.C. Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
U.T. Austin - Masters, Public Policy/Russian
Kamilah: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...I knew I didn't want to go back into the classroom, but I wanted to find ways to support teachers and students, as they work toward reaching their goals. I decided to jump back into tutoring. Tutoring allows me to work with students whose needs aren't being met fully in the classroom and the supplement the handwork that each teacher puts into the education plans of their students. I have been tutoring all types of...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Public Policy
GRE Quantitative: 157
GRE Verbal: 151
Mayank: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...I received my Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics. Since graduation, I scored within the top 2% on the LSAT, spent a few years working at leading investment bank, and I am currently building a technology startup. I have significant tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects from math, biology, test prep (SAT / LSAT), finance, and economics. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing sports, and watching reruns of my favorite 90s...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Business Economics
LSAT: 170
Carla: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...Walt Whitman, T.S. Eliot, and Jules Laforgue. Many summers have found me working as a residential assistant for Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth, where I often would run the ever popular Seuss & Silverstein appreciation session. My ultimate goal is to become a high school English teacher and I am interested in becoming involved in educational policy at the national level later on in my life. Teaching is a joy that has always...
Education & Certification
Harvard College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Cambridge - Unknown, English
Hope: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...Bachelor's in Nutrition and a minor in Spanish from Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego where I competed on the tennis team for four years. I tutored throughout college for peers, high school students, and middle school students. I also taught private tennis lessons for six years after high school. I am very passionate about teaching! I have just applied to dental school and am planning to start in fall of 2015.
Education & Certification
Point Loma Nazarene University - Bachelor in Arts, Nutrition and Food
Marissa : Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...it illegal for slaves to learn to read and write. However, one of Douglas' kinder mistresses educated him, and this power enabled him to run away and eventually write his radical memoir that led to the abolition of slavery in America. Learning begins with questioning, so I ask my students lots of questions to invoke discussion that leads them to the right answers. I learn what my students are interested in, and I shape my...
Education & Certification
Providence Christian College - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts with English and History Concentrations
Kaeleigh: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...the older sister to two wonderful brothers, I often found myself aiding them in their organization and coursework growing up. In high school I became a peer tutor and continued to help others succeed and comprehend the material that we were taught. I firmly believe that education is one of the most important aspects to life. Beyond simply getting a job, there is so much in the world to explore, and I plan to never...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Economics & Political Science (Double Major)
Nick: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...Dramatic Art, London. My subjects were Theater Studies and Professional Acting. As a tutor and workshop leader, I have taught English Language, Comprehension, Composition and Critical Analysis. I have also worked with students with specific learning difficulties, such as dyslexia, to help them create effective work and study strategies in school and universities in the UK. My passion for tutoring is in helping students gather a "learning kitbag of tools." I like to help set...
Education & Certification
University of Huddersfield, UK - Bachelors, Fine Art (Theatre)
LAMDA - Unknown, Acting
Ameer: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...6 years of tutoring, I have cultivated the strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills necessary to ensure that students succeed. My primary subjects as a tutor include English Writing and Composition, History, Political Science and Government, Literature, SAT Verbal and Writing, and Social Science. I strongly believe in making the learning experience both interesting and fruitful for my students. My hobbies include playing basketball, soccer, and tennis as well as reading, playing guitar, and volunteer...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and History (Double Major)
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 740
Gelsey: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...two years of volunteer service in Rwanda where I taught 8th grade English and 10th grade English Communication Skills for two years. Before that, I tutored middle and high school students in Seattle Public School District. My favorite subjects to tutor are English writing and composition, ESL and social sciences. I also know what it takes to succeed on standardized tests like the SAT, SSAT and ACT. If you're a student struggling with timed essay...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Verbal: 730
Benjamin: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with an emphasis on Medieval and Early Modern European History. I love learning and teaching history of all kinds, but I am also available to tutor many other subjects from Math and English to SAT and GRE preparation. While I do not have much formal experience in tutoring, I was a peer tutor throughout high school. Also, as the oldest sibling, it fell to me to...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
LSAT: 165
Steve: Long Beach Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Long Beach, CA
...I am able to quickly develop friendly, productive relationships. While I am experienced in a broad range of subjects, my specialties are economics, algebra, geometry, statistics and related quantitative subjects, as well as academic essay and professional business writing, government and history. I am also well versed in a range of science subjects, particularly physical and earth sciences. In my family education is extremely important. Both of my older siblings are teachers, my sister teaches...
Education & Certification
San Diego State University - Bachelor of Science, Business/Hospitality Mgmt
University of California-Irvine - Masters, Masters of Public Policy
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