Top Social Studies Tutors serving Philadelphia

Jordan: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...General Science. Since graduation, I have taught students in Chester, Philadelphia, and now Pine Hill, NJ. Currently, I teach 6-8th grade science/STEAM and have experience tutoring grades 6-8 in multiple subjects. I have a strong passion for science and making sure students feel confident and comfortable tackling even the most complex content. No curiosity is too small to be explored! I believe that education and knowledge are our greatest tools for changing the world. In...
Education & Certification
York College of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Middle School Teaching

Jason: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...advance not only professionally but academically as well. Teaching for me is instant gratification, because I enjoy seeing students flourish. I graduated at Temple University with a Bachelors in Anthropology and an Associates in Urban Planning. I will be working on a Masters in Business come next spring semester. I enjoy tutoring social sciences and my favorite is Cultural Anthropology as well as Philosophy. I have a laid back but hands on approach to teaching,...
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Jeanette: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Pennsylvania, and I was also in the top 5% of my class in high school. I have been privately tutoring for 4 years, specifically in high school chemistry and test prep. I also helped teach a remedial English class at West Philadelphia High School for a year through a program called Community School Student Partnerships. I am dedicated to making difficult material more accessible and engaging to students who are struggling in an imperfect educational...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Math: 750
SAT Writing: 780

Gabrielle: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...as a peer mathematics tutor. Fast forward to college, I have three years of tutoring experience with two of the three years as a teaching assistant. I employ a lot of pictures and relate examples to real-world experience to better connect the classroom to experiences! I graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology with a minor in legal studies and a concentration in politics. Currently, I am a 1L (first year law...
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Drexel University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Jacob: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...in my local library, studying, and I overheard an elderly teacher mocking and ridiculing her pupil for getting something wrong - that was the only catalyst I needed. The quality I am most proud of in myself is my compassion, and as a teacher I believe that compassion and patience always come first. There is never room at the table for cruelty. Together, let's learn to learn, let's enjoy getting things wrong, let's figure out...
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The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey - Bachelor in Arts, Sculpture

David: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...a Juris Doctorate from Widener University School of Law. Over the past 21 years, I have attained multiple licenses and held various governmental appointments, including Executive Director of Redevelopment in NJ and Presiding Camden County Commissioner overseeing condemnation hearings. My experience spans from residential real estate acquisitions to leading the pre-development efforts for the Scarlet Pearl Casino and Resort in D'Iberville, Mississippi. Currently, I am dedicated to educating future real estate professionals as an instructor...
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Widener University-Harrisburg Campus - Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
Julia: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies, as well as a certificate in The Conceptual Foundations of Medicine. I think of myself as a life-long-learner, and am a firm proponent of education; in fact, I am currently pursuing an EMT certification, and hope to return to school to pursue a medical degree in the near future. I am most passionate about teaching math, biological sciences, and psychology, due to my strong background in those subject areas,...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 790

Hooma: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and Writing skills) as well as Social Sciences to students. Though teaching writing skills can be challenging at times, I find the effort to be worthwhile because I love watching students experience a sense satisfaction and achievement when they finally master the ability to successfully express themselves through their writing. My teaching and tutoring experiences have taught me that everyone learns at their own pace and that it is essential that an instructor possess patience...
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Benedictine University - Bachelors, English Literature and Secondary Education
University of Wisconsin - Juris Doctor, Law

Brian: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
Recent college grad employed with the US Navy looking to tutor students in order to help them better understand math and science.
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New Jersey Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Brandon: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...educator and writer in Pennsylvania. My goal is to do all that I can in order to help you identify what it is that most effectively helps you learn. If you are looking for answers, I'm probably the wrong person for you. I guarantee you that I will ask you more questions than you will ask me. Once you start gaining confidence in your answers, you will take that confidence into any test or writing...
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King's College - Bachelors, English

Alonso: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I am a bilingual, ambitious professional seeking to help students realize their full potential. I graduated from West Chester University in 2014 with a B.A. in Political Science and two minors - Spanish and Latin American Studies. Afterwards, I attended Temple Beasley School of Law where I graduated in 2017 with a Juris Doctor (J.D.)
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West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Temple Beasley School of Law - Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies

Brian: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...either one-on-one or in a small group setting. I have the patience, experience, and knowledge to help you do better in school. In addition, I know what teachers ask for and look for; whether writing a paper or studying for a history test, I will be able to make sure you feel better and more confident in the class. I have the ability to help with remedial course work as well as, upper level English...
Education & Certification
Penn State University - Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education English
Saint Joseph's University - Master of Science, Educational Leadership

Alyssa: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and I focus on strengths that can help us to reach our potential in areas that may challenge us. If you can grasp an understanding of how you learn best, the sky is the limit. I develop my lessons on individualized needs, strengths, and interests of my students. Learning should be FUN and the style that you learn in should be what works best for YOU! About me: -Graduated with honors from Temple University (Education...
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Temple University - Bachelor of Science, Education

Margaret: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I enjoy helping someone to get where he/she wants to or needs to go. I believe everyone is unique; therefore there isn't just one method in dong anything. Everyone is motivated by something. It is just a matter of finding what that motivation is. ... Find out the root of the problem and work to eradicate that. Not everyone has the same problem; therefore, one cannot use the same method to teach or to learn.... Discover...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies
Elizabeth: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...my college career. Teaching is one of my greatest passions and I believe in making learning both fun and challenging. Hands-on, inquiry-based lessons are at the center of my teaching practice. I create engaging lessons that fit a student's needs and enable them to experience success. While I am qualified to tutor all subjects in grades 1-8, I especially love Science and English. It is my goal to helps students find their own love of...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelors, Middle Grades Education

Alexandria: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...tutoring, I think it is important that my students reach the answer or conclusion on their own, with only as much assistance as they need from me. I myself can take some time to learn new things, so I know how important it is to be patient and supportive through the learning process. I believe that learning should be a very enjoyable thing to do, and that everyone should have the opportunity to learn at...
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Temple University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary/Special Education

James J.: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...reading skills as a member of the Community Service Corps. I continued as a tutor during my undergraduate studies. As a university professor, working with students individually outside the classroom helped many students achieve academic success, and just as importantly, enhanced their confidence and self-esteem. My teaching and tutoring philosophy is founded upon helping students to discover knowledge and understanding themselves, as opposed to delivering it to them. My method is to ask questions; students'...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Temple University - Master of Arts, English
Temple University - Doctor of Philosophy, English

Solange: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
Hi! I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Andrew: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...pass these skill along to my students. I excel at explaining complicated ideas and problems in easy to understand plain English. On a personal level, I believe in the power of positive thought and I go out of my way to connect with my student and utilize positive reinforcement. I am passionate about teaching a variety of different subjects, including ACT and SAT preparation as well as English, history, economics, and mathematics.
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Labor and Industrial Relations
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Aaron: Philadelphia Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I'm all about bringing learning to life. No matter what topic is being taught its guaranteed to be an experience. ... The most important aspect of the tutor/student relationship is trust. Once the child realizes you are here to help and encourage them, all while making learning fun, the trust between student and teacher will pave the way for a productive relationship.
Education & Certification
Community College of Philadelphia - Current Undergrad, Communication, General
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