Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving McKinney, TX

...worked for the UTA academic support center. While there, I tutored various sections of history, including Roman History, American History, and European History. In addition to tutoring, I also worked directly with a history professor as a supplemental instructor. In that position, I led group study sessions to help aid students comprehend the material. I am currently an adjunct history professor at Tarrant County Community College. I love teaching and it is very satisfying to...

...of North Texas with a Bachelor of Art, majoring in Art History and minoring in French. I tutor a wide array of subjects, but my college experience developed a proficiency in art, history, writing and linguistics in both English and French. I value lifelong learning and want to facilitate that in others. Being a mother of three teenagers, I have learned the importance of building self confidence and personal interest in schoolwork. In my free...

...University of Texas at Austin with a Master's and Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering! I am very passionate about tutoring math and science courses such as physics and calculus, as well as mechanical engineering topics. I am a firm believer in the tutoring process as I have been both the tutor and the student in high school and college! In my spare time I enjoy learning guitar and spending time with family and friends.

I am a graduate of Georgetown College, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, and Penn State University, where I completed a Master's in International Affairs. Since graduation, I have worked as a wardrobe assistant on tours and led leadership workshops for students across Texas through C5 Texas. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my greatest passions are Literature, Politics, and Government.

Master's in Electrical Engineering. My focus is Analog and Digital Circuit Design. I can tutor Math, Physics, Electrical Engineering and History.

...give back to my community by teaching. I received my teaching certification just after undergrad and began my first year of teaching in a Special Education Life Skills classroom. I loved working with kids with special abilities during this time. I moved thereafter to teaching 4th grade for a few years, and now I am teaching 5th. I currently am finishing up my Masters degree in School Counseling! My teaching passions are in social studies,...

...centers on individualized learning and real-world application, where I connect lessons to students' experiences and goals. I use roleplays, discussions, and games to create interactive and tailored English lessons. My passion for the humanities, ignited during my A Levels, complements my Political Science major from Middle East Technical University (ODT). Currently pursuing a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, I aim to enhance my contributions to the educational space through improved techniques and policy-making.

...subject areas have been English, Writing, Public Speaking, Math, Science, United States History and Geometry. I also tutor standardized test taking. One of my strengths as a tutor is to take difficult subjects or concepts and make them easier to understand. I am completely dedicated to helping students get better. I like for teaching and learning to be fun, because students learn more if they are enjoying what they are being taught. My outside interests...

...there is no blanket approach to teach. I want to make my lessons fun and engaging, but also be excited about the lesson so that students can also be excited about the subject. I want my students to do the thinking, instead of telling them what they should know. Objectives are stickier stickier when the lesson is something that the student can relate to. I am no-nonsense, but I also want to make sure that...

...good measure. I find that these techniques teach the student in a way that simple memorization simply cannot do alone. By learning to associate visual images with the subject matter they represent one is able to better process the things they are reading and hearing. Finally, I help the student to learn effective organizational skills. I achieve this by teaching the student effective note taking skills, by helping them to become better organized and teaching...

My mission as an educator is to ensure that all students receive the education they deserve, lifting them up and providing them with the tools and confidence to reach their full potential. Together, we can create a brighter future for every child.

...two years as part of a volunteer program at my school, which has given me a strong background in education and organizational skills. I am a fluent speaker of English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and I am in the process of learning Mandarin Chinese. Being an avid reader and learner of languages, my most passionate tutoring subjects are SAT Critical Reading, SAT Writing, Spanish, and general writing/grammar skills. My approach to tutoring emphasizes improving studying and...

...and a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science, pre-concentration Law, to the table. I love all things history and humanities, and I'm committed to creating engaging and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive. From delving into history to exploring political theory, I'm here to help students unlock their potential and achieve academic success. Having worked with different learning styles across various platforms and age groups, I understand the importance of tailoring my approach...

...of Oklahoma, pursuing an accelerated master's degree in Accounting. With nearly a decade of tutoring experience from the AVID programs, to leading study groups I've worked with students from middle school through college. I specialize in applied business statistics, economics (micro and macro), Algebra I to Business Calc. and foundational accounting. My favorite part about tutoring tackling challenging concepts and celebrating the small and big wins! I have a strong foundation in supporting students in...

...make the material come alive. I firmly believe that when learning is enjoyable and relevant, it leads to greater retention and confidence. I am also a big advocate for building student's self-esteem and resilience. The pressures of traditional education can sometimes be overwhelming, but I am committed to helping students not only grasp the content, but also develop the mental skills they need to thrive. I aim to make learning a positive experience that sparks...

...option. Then one fateful day I met with my guidance counselor and she told me about the top ten percent rule. I was in the top ten percent and had the opportunity to go to any Texas school I wanted. Even after finding that out, I was considering not going. However, once I looked at where I was and where I wanted to be, there was no way going to KFC straight out of high...

...Emergency Department. Lastly, I was able to learn many study strategies throughout my time in college and during this time studying for the MCAT. My teaching philosophy is centered around patience and listening. I want each student to feel heard, important, and comfortable to make mistakes. From personal experience, my best learning moments came from being honest about my mistakes and reflecting on them. I hope to achieve this in each session and to always...

...would enable me to tutor in a diverse range of subjects, as well as guide students to think more critically, read more closely, and write more crisply and powerfully. My legal education and experience have further enhanced these skills. Most importantly, I love learning and have come realize that it is my vocation to share and impart that love of learning in others. As beautifully put by Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca in his moral epistles:...

...to Boston with my husband. In 2015 I earned my MA in Classical Studies from the University of Massachusetts in Boston, focusing on Greek and Latin literature. I am currently working on my PhD in English Literature at Southern Methodist University. I specialize in the intersection between ancient texts and Christianity as it is evident in Renaissance literature. During my MA I worked as a teacher's assistant, learning teaching strategies from many distinguished professors. Students...

...I'm very excited to meet you! I used to be an elementary level reading, writing, and math tutor, specifically for kids with dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, or autism and I was also a substitute teacher, primarily for elementary-age kids. I have my Bachelor's degree in Political Science, so I am also capable of tutoring up to a high school level in government. I'm really excited to start working with Varsity Tutors, and I hope to hear from...