Top Social Studies Tutors serving Rockville

Alyssa: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...than 6 years teaching experience. I have taught English, Literacy, Humanities and Social Studies/History at the Middle School/Secondary Level. Some of my strengths are getting to know my students, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, and leveraging their interests in order to motivate them and build confidence. I hold very high expectations, but I always take the time to figure out what kinds of strategies and supports students need to be successful. I strongly believe in...
Education & Certification
Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710

Ariel: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...tailored to the student's learning style while providing him or her broad insights into the issues. Quality writing, speaking, and argument can only come with a full understanding of facts and context, and having that will distinguish my students over their peers. Tailoring the material to the student will be an important way for him or her to, not only, understand and retain the information, but also to apply it. There are many educational tools...
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management

Keith: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...my first exposure to education (from the educators side) back when I was in college, working with students at a local high school. First with them, and also my friends, I noticed that I really enjoyed helping people understand something they were struggling with. Thats why I hope to tutor as many students as I can handle. The thing I enjoy most about teaching is the opportunity to help students learn. I enjoy knowledge, both...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Unknown, International History
Valparaiso University - Masters in Education, Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Maddie: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...French and Francophone Studies. At Carleton, I gained experience teaching critical thinking and writing skills through my work at a summer writing program for high school students. After graduating, I taught English at the middle school and high school levels in Lyon, France, while simultaneously improving my conversational French. I will be living in Washington DC for the summer before starting a Ph.D. program in English literature at Cornell University in the fall. I have...
Education & Certification
Carleton College - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Steppan: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...Park. I tutor math at all levels and mostly focus on math, but can also cover theoretical CS, programming in Java & C, and basic physics. I've tutored students in high school through the math honor society, and continued tutoring in college through the Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Education. My long term plan after graduation is to enter grad school, get a PhD in math, and eventually become a math professor, researching and lecturing throughout...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 770

Vedant: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...at UCLA, working on attaining a B.S. in Physiology and a minor in Science Education. I graduated high school with the IB Diploma. I've tutored math and biology pro bono locally in the Northern Virginia area for almost two years, as I love giving back to my community and honing my teaching skills. My style involves focusing on addressing knowledge gaps and trying to teach in engaging ways rather than just drilling problems!
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Physiology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33

Richard: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...working with a wide variety of age groups, skill levels, and motivation levels. I pride myself on finding the right approach that best suits a particular student. After completing a bachelor of arts in political science at Yale University, I served 8 years as a combat arms officer in the US Army. I coached, trained and mentored soldiers and junior officers in a wide variety of tasks. After leaving the military, I completed graduate coursework...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Tufts University - Masters, International Affairs
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Jeanna: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...belief that a good education was crucial to your future. Since then, I have tried to encourage other students to strive for academic achievement. I graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I also received my TEFL certificate in 2012. I have taught English in South Korea for two years at an after-school academy. Since then I have also taught debate and juvenile justice civics class to middle school...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelors, Psychology
LSAT: 163

Zachary: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...the University of Virginia. My bachelor's degree is in Elementary Education and I am finishing up my Master's degree in Special Education. I completed my student teaching in the city of Pittsburgh, and am a licensed teacher in the state of Virginia, where I have been teaching for several years. While my expertise is working with K-6 students in math, reading, writing and standardized test taking, I've tutored students K-12 on algebra, geometry, English (including...
Education & Certification
Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Masters in Education, Special Education

Alexandra: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...a dual degree in Journalism and History, both with the Comprehensive Honors award. During my time at UW, I taught public health and safety to groups of twenty to two hundred students twice a week for three years. I have over 150 hours of teacher training and countless hours in the classroom. Furthermore, I was the editor of our student newspaper, The Daily Cardinal, and have extensive writing-coaching skills in addition to a strong grasp...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, History and Journalism
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 32

David: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...a variety of subjects focusing on math and physics. As a tutor, I emphasize patiently guiding my student to the correct answer, rather than giving it to them. I believe this method is the best way for the student to master the material. I enjoy the "aha!" moment my students have when the concept finally clicks. In my free time, I work on my two tea businesses. During my senior year at Rice, I founded...
Education & Certification
Rice University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 34
ACT Science: 32

Matthew: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...foreign countries. From 2008 to 2012 I was working as an ESL teacher in Madrid, Spain. There I was given the opportunity to travel throughout Europe, perfect my Spanish, and enlarge my understanding of the world as a whole. After Spain, I moved to Shanghai, China where I began working as an eighth grade teacher at Shanghai High School. Having begun studying Mandarin Chinese in Spain, I continued my studies in China while working, traveling,...
Education & Certification
Loyola University Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, History
George Washington University - Master of Arts, International Affairs
GRE Verbal: 163

Richa: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
I graduated college with Aerospace Engineering and Political Science degrees with honors and continue to do work that combines social sciences and STEM concepts.
Education & Certification
North Carolina State University at Raleigh - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33

Robyn: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...I relocated to the DMV area as I finish my last semester at Penn State Schreyer Honors College online. In May 2015, I will receive two Bachelor of Arts degrees in International Politics and French with minors in Geography and International Studies; completing my honors thesis in Geopolitics. Although I approach most subjects with enthusiasm, I have always been especially passionate about the humanities. Back in University Park, I tutored students in English, French, ESL,...
Education & Certification
The Pennsylvania State University, Schreyer Honors College - Bachelor in Arts, French & International Politics

Jessie: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...in education and architectural studies. I have been tutoring in some capacity since middle school. In college I volunteered every semester as a tutor in the local public schools and I also spent a semester student teaching in a third grade classroom. I really enjoy tutoring students in both english and math. While I always excelled in math, I know this is an area in which many students struggle. In middle and high school my...
Education & Certification
Connecticut College - Bachelor in Arts, Government

Lindsey: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...on my dissertation in Engineering Education from Purdue University. In 2005, I received my B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Boston University where I minored in History. In 2011, I studied in England to earn a M.A. in Poverty & (International) Development from the University of Sussex. I know first-hand the challenges associated with manipulating equations and writing extended essays. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math, Physics, History, and Engineering. During tutoring sessions, I strive...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
University of Sussex - Master of Arts, Poverty and International Development
Purdue University - PHD, Engineering Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700

Hans: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...minor, at Washington and Lee University illustrate my ability to tutor enterprising students. I myself have demonstrated the ability to manage large workloads under strict timelines in the context of a rigorous curriculum, and I am compelled to share my knowledge and techniques with younger students. In college, I was the proud recipient of the H.J. Heinz Corporation Scholarship; a full-tuition award complete with 2 internships, given to outstanding academic leaders. I chose to go...
Education & Certification
Washington and Lee University - Bachelors, Business Administration major, Philosophy minor
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31

Katelyn: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...Virginia, majoring in Religious Studies and minoring in German. After undergraduate school, I aspire to obtain my PhD in Religious Studies and teach it professionally. I have received Dean's List all three of my semesters at UVA and am a member of the National Society of College Scholars and Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. I have been tutoring for six years, predominately working with high school students, and have completed over 300 hours of volunteer...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Religious Studies,
ACT Reading: 32
ACT Science: 33

Matt: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
...of Arts in Religious Studies and Psychology. I have tutored for 6 years, through both my high school Beta Club chapter and college fraternity. Being a tutor is something that comes naturally; I really enjoy sharing knowledge and building in my students a foundation for lifelong learning. My areas of expertise are writing and reading, history, social sciences, and geometry. If I had to pick a favorite, I'd say reading; when I help a student...
Education & Certification
College of William and Mary - Bachelors, Religious Studies and Psychology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34

Brian: Rockville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Rockville, MD
I am an attorney with a background in finance and economics and an interest in history and political science. Throughout my academic career, I worked with a variety of students and enjoyed helping them master subject matter and prepare for tests. I look forward to helping students in the greater Washington area.
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 750
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