Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Richmond, VA

Hello my name is Taleesa Meeks and I have a passion for teaching history. I love sharing my passion with students in hopes that they may grow to understand the importance of history as much as I do. ... My teaching philosophy is that all students are able to learn if given the proper tools, resources, and guidance. It is my job, as an educator, to provide students with the tools to be successful.... In a...

...to help you understand and enjoy learning as much as I do. In my free time, I like to hike, bike, fish, ride my motorcycle, and just be outside in my free time. I enjoy discovering new places whether that's state parks, national parks, or even other countries as well as spending quality time with my friends and family. I look forward to helping you learn and grown in your math skills and cannot wait...

...seen outside the classroom, both enhance school spirit and pride. Such activities and interaction deepen the bonds between the school, faculty and students, and allow for each student to maximize their educational experiences. I have a Masters of Science in Literacy Education and a Post Masters Certificate in Special Education. Being that I have taught previously in Rhode Island, Washington DC, and New York, I have been able to develop an understanding on both individual...

...Masters of Education in Teaching and Learning with a concentration in history from Liberty University. I have spent the majority of my teaching career teaching middle school (6-8) English. I have tutored students from 2nd grade through middle schoolers in English, math, science, and history. I have also taught and tutored middle and high school history and civics/government. I really enjoy teaching and tutoring a wide variety of subjects including elementary math, elementary and middle...

...to individuals of all ages. My high school and middle school experience in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program makes me confident I can effectively help high school and middle school aged students in their classes. Additionally, I have grown up in a household with lots of younger siblings, and I have babysat for many years, so I am comfortable working with younger kids as well. In my free time, I love to play volleyball -...

...I take great pride in creating customized learning plans for students, helping them not only learn history, but also see how it affects their own lives. I am passionate about a wide range of Social Studies topics, which helps me bring a great enthusiasm to my work. My mantra as a tutor is: "My goal is your success". I am here to help you succeed. I look forward to working with you!... I seek to engage...

...taking into account their backgrounds, interests, goals, academic strengths, personal needs, and abilities where I can then focus on how they can best access the curriculum. I enjoy working with all subjects in the elementary curriculum however I am drawn to Math and Language Arts where I can employ research-based strategies that incorporate multiple means of representation that best fit the individual needs of the learner. Some of these strategies include a multi-sensory approach to...

...they're learning, but in how they think, solve problems, and approach challenges. I've worked with students on LSAT prep, U.S. History, and other social science subjects. When it comes to the LSAT, I focus on making the test feel less overwhelming and more like a puzzle that can actually be fun to solve. Whether it's breaking down Logical Reasoning arguments or working through tough Reading Comprehension passages, my goal is to make the process clear,...

...University and my Masters in Business Administration from Averett University. I have held a variety of roles in the Learning and Development space for over 25 years and have 11 years of experience as a college instructor. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about sharing skills supporting student success, math, and writing. In my spare time I am a writer, a runner, and a fanatical dog mom.

...students of different backgrounds and learning needs, including many with ADHD, anxiety, etc., and understand the extra difficulties that these can bring when trying to learn in a traditional classroom setting and always do my best to work with students in finding ways that make the learning process engaging and enjoyable. I am passionate about learning and hope to ignite that passion in others! I welcome communication, feedback, and suggestions from students and parents/guardians. Feel...

...math, science, geography, and history. During Sep-Nov. 2020-21, while classes were held two days in person and virtually the other 3 days, I assisted 2 neighborhood children with their studies at home while their parents were at work. By November, the parents realized they were benefitting more from my personal attention and instruction, and hired me to homeschool them for the remainder of the year. In June 2021, the parents were pleased to tell me...

...pleasure of working with students as young as 2nd grade, all the way up to the college level. I prefer the sciences (biology, chemistry, Earth science) and math (elementary to algebra II). When tutoring, I encourage my students arrive at the solution by continuously asking questions, rather than directly giving answers. I also enjoy the use of manipulatives to speak to a wider range of learning styles, and to add an element of fun to...

I have been an experienced tutor on both ends of the spectrum elementary school and university for over 6 years. With an extensive background in science and English and a degree in applied behaviour and social science with a specialization in psychology and mass communication, I have worked extensively in academic settings overseeing and tutoring students from the United States and across Europe.

...I'm a pretty friendly guy, and I like to understand the concepts behind topics rather than memorizing formulas, so if you want a deeper, more conceptual understanding, I should be able to help :) Physics is my favorite to tutor, but I love biotechnology and related topics, and can tutor a wide range of subjects. I am currently enrolled in VCU's school of medicine where I am pursuing a certificate of clinical genetics.

...years. I am fluent in all levels of math, primary, secondary, and freshman/sophomore university level. I am also fluent with the mathematics which one may find on the ACT, SAT, GRE, ASVAB, CLEP test and most standardized test. My background in Engineering also gives me a level of confidence with computer science and general sciences such as physics and chemistry. I have over a year of study in each myself. Overall, I have had much...

...I've also taught virtual courses since the start of COVID-19. I am excited to teach students how to attack difficult problems with math, so that the student can be confident using math techniques on a variety of problems. Generally speaking, students usually find themselves suddenly more able to solve completely new problems after just a few sessions, since they learn approaches more than rote, memorized methods. The moment they realize how much they've learned is...

...life and career. As an educator, it is my desire to use my hard-earned lessons and insights to enrich the learning experience of my students, who also are my teachers now. I am very strong in Fundamentals, Mental Health, Adult Medical Surgical, and Pharmacology but I can help you in all nursing specialties. I like using quizzing to review material but will provide you with a unique and tailored learning experience that focuses on your...

Education is very important and I have a passion for helping students out in their journey through academia.

...Arts in History and a minor in Spanish. During my senior year I tutored Spanish for lower-level Spanish students for hour-long sessions twice a week, focusing on comprehension and mastery of vocabulary and grammatical concepts. I have had success in helping high school and college level students who were failing their Spanish courses to achieve passing grades. In high school, I took both AP US History and AP European History, so I have firsthand experience...

...a minor concentration in psychology. I then went on to Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, where I received a Master's degree in philosophy, a subject hospitable to my wide-ranging aptitude and curiosity. The diverse capabilities have reinforced both my competence and enthusiasm in a number of areas, which I bring to bear readily as a tutor. I can appreciate the perspective of a student strong in math who needs help with the verbal section of a...