Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Philadelphia, PA

...my law degree from Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law. My many years in education as a student lead me to my positions in the admissions offices both at Chatham University and Ohio Northern University. As an admissions representative, I have provided prospective students insight into the admission processes, shared the criteria admissions offices use to identify an ideal personal statement, and assisted students to refine their applications for review. Aside from my admissions...

...tutored students in Philadelphia at Eastern’s sister school, Esperanza College. After graduating from Eastern with Bachelor of Arts degrees in both Spanish and Political Science, I continued my experience as an educator by living in Guatemala teaching and tutoring Guatemalan students in English. Though I enjoy tutoring a range of subject, my love of language and desire to learn a third one has given me a special passion for working with students studying Spanish as...

...well as with younger students just beginning their studies. I spent this past summer working with high school students as a resident counselor at Johns Hopkins University. In the fall, I plan on working in classrooms in the Philadelphia area. I have experience across the humanities, and have a particular love for history. I also understand the importance of preparing for standardized tests, and have found the same critical reading and writing skills needed to...

...and Chinese! Often times these subjects can seem boring, but with a little bit of humor and creativity, I guarantee we can make progress while having a good time. I graduated from the University of Maryland in 2011 after spending two years studying and working in Beijing, China. In my free time I enjoy reading, traveling, playing basketball, watching movies, mountain climbing, fishing, and about a million other things. Hope to see you soon!

...of our culture. It helps us think and form new ideas about our society. Other times, it can just be a fun way to escape into a whole new world and connect with people who have the same interest, like how Harry Potter has connected everyone. My goal is to help students have a better understanding on literature and it's meaning behind it. I also want to help them find their voice by writing words...

...as a future lawyer, I specialize in public speaking, history, law, reading, writing, and critical thinking. In my personal time, I spend a great deal of time programming. As a result, I've become quite knowledgeable in various areas of computer science, including but not limited to, web development, code deployment, and server management. This is all a long-winded way to say that if you choose me as your tutor, you'll be in great hands.

...high school and struggling, eager middle school students. I have taught students of varying ages, education levels, and socioeconomic backgrounds over the years, which I believe has helped me grow as an tutor. Given that this is a service industry, my number one goal is to see my students improve. Tutoring is a give-and-take process, and as such I encourage my students to give me feedback regarding my methods, pace, or level of difficulty. I...

...major at the University of Maryland, College Park. I am a passionate and hardworking student. I am currently an intern for the University of Maryland's Sports Marketing department. I also work as an Operations Assistant for Maryland Athletics Facilities, Operations, and Events. In addition to my work experience, I am involved in a modern business and innovation scholars program at Maryland. This summer, I am excited to intern for the Philadelphia Eagles.

I seek to aggressively continue on my personal mission, inclusive of leveraging my attained acumen, to make key contributions to the propagation and furtherance of financial education, awareness and competency in our society.

I want to serve the academic needs of students in the areas of history, math, and finance. I have taught middle school math and US History for almost 20 years and am passionate about helping students in those areas. I also would work with people looking for help with exams to gain financial licenses such as the series 6 or 63.

...Science with a minor in French; my studies primarily focused on international affairs. I am passionate about teaching areas I focused on during my four years in Boston including history, government, and French but also have an established background in writing, literature, and English. I believe it is important to identify a unique approach for every student according to their specific needs because as I have learned, each student has individual strengths and difficulties. In...

Hi! My name is Ryan, and I just graduated from William and Mary. I love history and political science, and am passionate about helping other students succeed in those areas. I look forward to working with you!

...minoring in Statistics. I have tutored students of all ages in a range of subjects, primarily math or standardized testing related. I worked at an SAT camp for two summers, including this past summer, so I am familiar with the new SAT. I have tutored students in all the subjects on the SAT. I have also worked with elementary students on basic math and reading comprehension and early high school students on Algebra I and...

...time in his college career stood in front of the class and talked freely). Fourth, I work to model effective discussion of controversial issues. Fifth, once I had a class comprised of mostly Chinese students with limited English. To address the situation, I took a workshop at Rutgers on teaching international students. To be able to communicate effectively, I spoke slowly in the class, and I asked students to do the same.

...History, I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for my students. With over 3 years of classroom experience, primarily in Middle School Social Studies and one year of Middle School Math, I strive to make complex concepts accessible to all learners. My teaching philosophy revolves around building strong relationships with my students, fostering their curiosity, and tailoring my methods to meet their individual needs. I am committed to helping my students...

...to tailor my tutoring methods to fit each individual's needs, fostering a supportive and encouraging environment that helps students build confidence and achieve their best. In terms of formal education, I hold a degree in Psychology from Florida International University and I am continuously expanding my knowledge to stay current with educational practices and subject matter. This commitment to lifelong learning enriches my ability to teach and connect with students on multiple levels. While I...

...goal is to provide the knowledge and support necessary to help my students learn from their mistakes. Mistakes signify conceptual holes that must be filled through a detailed understanding of a course's core material. I want my students to become fluent in the basic language of their subject. Once a student has mastered the foundational concepts he can intuitively comprehend more advanced material instead of relying on memorization. For example, a student working on trigonometry...

...I have experience tutoring in a variety of subjects, but I'm particularly excited to help students with writing, critical reading, and SAT or ACT preparation. I had a strong support network of teachers and mentors throughout middle and high school, so I understand firsthand the importance of thoughtful, individualized educational enrichment. I seek to meet each student where they are in order to help them reach their greatest potential! When I'm not tutoring, you might...

...but I currently attend college at Princeton University. I am majoring in Public Policy and Foreign Affairs with a minor in Music Theater. I specialize in tutoring for standardized tests such as the SAT/ACT/SSAT, along with writing-intensive subjects such as English, History, or Social Studies. I also have strong backgrounds in French, Music Theory, and Math. Additionally, I am well-versed in the nuances of the college process and am happy to help with college essays.

...were always Spanish and History, and I am incredibly happy and excited to be able to teach both of those subjects now as a Varsity Tutor. I believe that the goal of education is to give students life long learning skills and most importantly teaching students to be critical thinkers. When I am not teaching you will find me playing sports, usually tennis or ice hockey, or playing guitar. Also, in the winter time I...