Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Long Beach, CA

...am a tutor available to teach a wide range of subjects, ranging from test prep to math and history. I am interested in helping any student with a desire to improve their understanding their subject of choice. My personal favorite are history, literature, economics and politics. I have worked with a diverse age group of students, from elementary to university level, with the bulk of my experience with high school and college level work. I...

...two years teaching young children in Japan. My tutoring specialty is in Verbal, Writing, and Critical Reading for the GRE, SAT, and ACT, but I have an overall passion for English language and literature. I believe that the best teaching is usually calm and fun, which springs from a personal relationship based on care and trust for one another. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy writing, cooking (especially vegetarian and gluten-free/allergen-free cuisines), running, and traveling...

I have a BA in English literature from Chapman University and am highly interested in helping all students- from grade school to grad school- improve their English reading, writing and comprehension skills. ... Determine what the student's strengths and weaknesses, and likes and dislikes are.

...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 is volunteering for the YMCA. He has been a summer camp counselor/director for the past 7 years, and just recently became an advisor with the youth government program aimed to develop public speaking/debate skills of high...

...specialty is in motivating students. I believe it is essential for a student to enjoy our tutoring sessions. I build on every success, small or large, with lots of praise, and I correct students' mistakes without judgment. Watching the light bulb come on in my student's head at that moment of understanding is priceless to me. I am also an avid snowboarder and certified snowboard instructor in the winter. When I am not on my...

...received a B.S. in Business Economics and an M.A. in Classics from the University of Arizona. I am currently working on completing my Ph.D. in Classics at the University of California, Irvine. I have tutored a variety of students, ranging from the elementary to the college level, for the past four years. I primarily tutor subjects relating to the Humanities, such as Ancient Languages, History, and English Composition. My favorite subject to tutor is Latin,...

...to pick between the humanities and the sciences, I studied both Anthropology and Sustainable Development at Columbia University. I have experience 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...

...there, I'm Nicholas, but you can call me Nick or Niko. I am a 24 year old graduate student currently studying Psychology at Columbia University. Prior to moving to New York for grad school, I worked as a behavioral therapist for children with autism and other behavioral disorders. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of San Diego where I majored in finance and biology. There, I fell in love with surfing which is...

...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 I actively work to help my students find a personal connection to a subject or topic they have previously struggled with. Every student has the capacity for improvement. In my spare time I like to...

...currently 22 years old and a college student at California State University, Channel Islands. I am on my las year of obtaining my Bachelors of Arts in Psychology. I also have my AA in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Social and Behavioral Sciences. I tutored elementary and middle school students when I was in High School. My plans after my bachelors would to go to school for occupational therapy where I will be able...

...a senior in high school. In college I helped friends and colleagues with homework and volunteered at an after-school program to tutor elementary school children. People have often approached me for math-related help ever since middle school, so I have become most comfortable with that subject. However, I am also passionate about philosophy and writing. I was offered a position as the sports editor for the student newspaper at Pasadena City College. My tutoring strategy...

...spring I earned my Bachelor of Arts in English from Columbia University. While in university, I tutored local elementary school students for the "America Reads" program and adults preparing for their GED examinations. One summer I also worked as an assistant teacher and after school tutor for middle and high school students in Tomepampa, a beautiful small town in the Peruvian Andes. My favorite subjects to teach are literature, writing, and history. I care about...

...their academic goals has grown. I think it is one of the greatest privileges to accompany someone on a journey, even for a short time, and assist them in reaching their dreams in the process. Thus, having the opportunity to continue tutoring while I am in college is such a great honor and joy that it hardly seems like a job. Outside of tutoring and the classroom I enjoy playing sports, playing guitar, songwriting, rock...

...students. I help students improve their reading comprehension, phonetics, and grammar. My favorite subjects to tutor are language arts and American literature. Knowledge is power, as the saying goes, and knowledge comes through reading and writing. Literacy is the path to liberty, independence, and fulfillment and I want to help students succeed in their reading and writing to empower them to freedom. One of my favorite historical books is The Narrative of the Life of...

...about word roots, pointing out the subtle connections between English, Spanish, and Latin as a way to recognize meanings and increase vocabulary. My goal extends well beyond merely covering the curriculum. In addition, I strive to stimulate my students' natural curiosity, enabling them to experience the pure joy of learning. I accomplish this by conversing with my students in order to find out what interests them most. Whenever possible I try to incorporate some of...

...school in 2011 I worked in several different capacities, first as a restaurant manager, later in sales for a non-profit organization and most recently for three years in employee benefits specializing in health insurance. My exposure to healthcare reform legislation and long-time interest in the complex interactions between government regulation and private business markets led to my decision to pursue a graduate degree in public policy. I have a wealth of experience working in groups...

I'm a communications professional with a master's degree in pharmacology from Tulane University, a master's degree in journalism from USC and a bachelor's degree in neuroscience. I have two years of professional tutoring experience and thrive on guiding students to that "aha!" moment.

I am a PhD candidate in Art History working hard to finish my dissertation! I'm originally from the PNW, but I've spent the last 8 years living in New York. Experiencing different worldviews is very important to me. I've lived abroad in France and love to travel and explore new spaces and ideas. I'm a creative visual thinker and respect that everyone is different in their learning processes. ... To address higher order concerns while completing...

...served in the Peace Corps in Thailand from 2010-2012 where I was an English teacher who worked with children from 4th-10th grade. Previously, I have tutored students in math and English. I am very versatile in the subjects I teach, and I possess a compassionate understanding of what it takes to be a good teacher. There have been times in my life when I was also the struggling student. Therefore, I understand both sides of...

I've been a student of the world for almost three decades and I feel like I've just scratched the surface of what's to be learned about it. I'm excited to connect with new people and share the knowledge I know while gaining new perspectives about what has been in front of me this whole time.... I believe anyone can learn anything with the right approach. Everyone has their own learning style and once you figure out...