Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

...what its like to struggle in any class and have over came a lot of my fears in school. It's important to learn how someone solves problems and what their interest is to find a relate-able method to begin tutoring with. I have a bachelors in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. I'm currently raising my young son and supplementing my time with tutoring. I like to cook since I spent time working as a...

...an after school program helping with homework. After graduating I continued working in the classroom with students having various academic needs. I remember how frustrating and challenging it can be to not fully understand certain subjects in school, and it is my goal that any student who feels that way has the resources and support they need! When students get it, after struggling with a certain subject, that makes it all worth it for me!...

I am a current second year dental student at the University of Pittsburgh, where I also graduated with my B.A. in Religious Studies in 2015. I am from the Pittsburgh area and graduated from Sewickley Academy in 2011. My tutoring experiences include mentoring with underprivileged Pittsburgh public school students and after-school tutoring for middle schoolers in the Mt. Lebanon area. I have also nannied for many years now and love working with kids! In my...

...Teaching is a passion and I love to share knowledge and watch students become successful and more confident with their schoolwork. I also worked with adult students who were looking to pass their Social Work exams. I passed my national and state exams, and realize that sometimes we overthink or lack the confidence to just respond with our first thought. I am confident that together we can work to ensure that all of the students...

...English-Language Arts. I love playing/coaching soccer, skiing, golfing, and watching sports. Community service and community involvement is something that is very important to me. My favorite part about tutoring is working with students on a one to one setting and seeing the gains and positive strides that students are capable of making. I enjoy helping students increase their writing skills and aiding them in creating well thought out essays. My passion includes tutoring all subjects...

...Creative Writing (with no Rose Bowl wins) before moving here to New York City. He is an alumnus of Columbia University Master of Fine Arts program for poetry and has taught students from kindergarten to the collegiate level. Billy believes that students should be taught ELA skills not just for their classes but for how those skills apply in their other classes and in life outside the classroom. He remains a passionate Pittsburgh sports fan...

...solution. I love helping others see the beauty in it too. I'm currently finishing up my degree in information technology with a concentration in data analytics at Southern New Hampshire University, and I'll be graduating next year. This field excites me because it's all about using data to make smart decisions and solve problems, which is something I'm really passionate about. When it comes to tutoring, I believe in being patient and adaptable. Everyone learns...

My name is Rebecca. I have a B.A. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science as well as a D.P.T. I have a passion for teaching students who have special needs. The subjects that I specialize in are anatomy, reading, writing, and grammar. I enjoy working with and have had past experience working with students from grade 3 to grade 11. ... I strive to help students achieve their academic goals through effective teaching tools and personal attention.

...Liberal Arts education, I believe having an understanding and appreciation across a wide variety of fields, not only STEM, is crucial to developing a holistic worldview. In college I tutored a variety of subjects in biology. I have informal experience tutoring colleagues and friends in biochemistry, mathematics, and more. My favorite subjects to work on are biology, preparing for standardized tests, academic essay writing, and college application essay writing. I was raised in the Montessori...

...Additionally, I have extensive experience tutoring high school writing, civics, and history. Additionally, I possess substantial experience working with the AP U.S. History curriculum. Furthermore, I have extensive psychology experience in both classroom and laboratory settings. Moreover, I have routinely worked with students with learning differences. I have a particular talent and passion for history, public speaking, and civics. As evidence of such, I was chosen for membership in the selective and prestigious Phi Alpha...

...are not able to get in a school with a larger classroom. Making connections with the students is something I have done with success during my time leading classes at church as well as during my student teaching experience. This is an important aspect of teaching because gaining the trust and respect of your students goes a long way towards educational success. They need to know that you care about not only their education but...

...grades 3-8. I have instructed students in Reading, English, Science and Social Studies. I have tutored students in China as an ESL instructor as well as tutored graduate students the study/test taking skills needed to excel on their standardized tests. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. While I tutor...

...in college, helping students to connect class concepts to homework when the professors were not able to follow the material as taught by the professor. I am fortunate that math and physics are some of my personal interests. I know from the classmates whom I helped that an attentive and engaged instructor can change not only a student's performance, but also their confidence in the class. My favorite subjects to tutor are Calculus 1-3 and...

...European History as well as Government. I am a firm believer that the best way to encourage learning is to create an environment where students are not afraid to speak their minds. This creates both higher learning and a more informal way to assess student knowledge. An environment that encourages higher learning is especially effective for those studying social studies due to the increasing importance of analysis and critical thinking based assessments in a classroom...

I've worked as a tutor for about 8 years. I have a BS in Biology, BA in Political Science, and minors in Chemistry and Studio Arts. I'll be attending medical school in the fall.

Hi there! I hope your kiddo is ready to have fun learning! I am a Special Education teacher with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Early Childhood Education Pk-4, and a Master's of Science in Special Education Pk-12 from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. I love to teach and make my lessons exciting! I can't wait to help your student learn!

...is like to struggle with the language, but I also know ways to make learning it easier and more understandable. Through college I also gained experience writing essays and research papers. I acquired valuable knowledge and techniques in formal writing. I currently work for my church as a director of religious education throughout western Pennsylvania. I have degrees in Philosophy and Religion (as well as Spanish) which give me a broad knowledge base and skills...

...non-profit that focused on providing creative writing education to elementary-aged students. My approach to teaching writing involves working with the student through the process of writing. I like to start with brainstorming and invention, and then work through drafting, editing, and finalizing. I believe this method allows for the full-development of ideas, and also creates the least amount of stress for the student. I have dedicated my life to writing, and it is truly my...

...the needs of students, weaves student interest into academics, and creates learning environments that encourage curiosity. I am passionate about connecting with students as individuals to create a strong foundation for our learning experiences. My approach to teaching all subjects is highly adaptable to the needs of the students and their personal contexts for learning. I approach literacy with focus on the foundational phonics skills and mechanics as well as engaging in rich and relevant...

...Biology 2 and labs, Chemistry 1 and labs, Calculus 1, Public Speaking, and Technical Writing. I truly cherished this opportunity; knowledge is power, and I strive to get the most out of my students each and every day. My most proud moment as a tutor was when I helped one of my students receive an A on her last two exams and final to finish with an A in the class. It brought me joy...