Top Social Studies Tutors serving San Marcos
John: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
ACT Composite: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Verbal: 750
Derek: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...and academics in general, and will hopefully soon be pursing a graduate degree in Political Science. I have a large amount of experience tutoring students in late elementary through high school in one-on-one settings. My students have ranged from highly motivated individuals wanting to go from a B+ to an A to students having difficulty passing a tough class, and I strive to match my style and depth of instruction with the knowledge level of...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 780
Daniel: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...the same field. For years, I've helped my friends and siblings with homework for school, and they've always told me that I had a talent for teaching; I understand concepts very easily, and explanations come easy as well. The goal that I work towards for my students is to bless them holistically, both through my academic skills and through any relationship that I am able to build with them. I believe in teaching my key...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
The University of Texas at Asutin - Master of Science, Material Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Frances: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
I'm an experienced teacher and tutor with a Bachelors in English from the University of Alabama and a Masters in Literature and the Humanities from St. Edward's University, looking to help my students share in my love of learning!... The answer is out there. I really do think that, no matter what the problem is, a solution can be found if we all work hard enough!... Discuss what subjects or concepts the student is struggling with,...
Education & Certification
The University of Alabama - Bachelors, English
St Edwards University - Masters, Humanities
ACT English: 36
GRE Quantitative: 149
GRE Verbal: 162
Katelyn: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...college, I tutored several Psychology and Neuroscience courses. After graduating from Texas A&M, I began a graduate program in Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Austin. While in this program, I volunteered in several reverse-inclusion courses for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, which renewed my interest both in teaching and in working with individuals with special needs. I am excited to work with all students, particularly those with special needs (including G/T). Please...
Education & Certification
Texas A & M University-College Station - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33
Ricardo: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...the advice, "Don't make that mistake!". The teacher tries to hear what the student wants and then figures what to work on in order to get there. I've been both a student and teacher of guitar, and I try to take that teaching style into my tutoring. I never start by explaining material or by "simplifying" it (because that usually means repeating it again and again!) but by listening to the student and finding out...
Education & Certification
Stanford - Bachelors, American Studies
University of Rochester - Masters, American History
GRE Verbal: 170
Alex: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...am familiar with math all the way up to Algebra 2 (including ACT and SAT Math), I have helped many students prepare for the SAT and ACT. Many times smart students have issues with standardized tests due to improper test taking strategies. Every student has unique strengths and weaknesses, I focus on refining those strengths, minimizing those weaknesses and combining the proper test taking strategies in order to achieve the scores that student needs to...
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Montana State University - Bachelors, Marketing, Finance and Entrepreneurship
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 36
ACT Reading: 33
Justin: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...confusion and see them turn those blocks into steps toward mastery. I view my role as a conduit for your process. I can help organize your approach by finding the most highly recurring places where you struggle and construct a more stable foundation. We aim to enjoy learning, not score perfect. That allows us to relax as we polish or build skills that once hindered progress. Even though I started by tutoring mathematics, my natural...
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New York University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Marketing
Kelsey: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...have the great foundation of starting my career at a Fortune 500 company that was committed to high standards and continual learning. My favorite responsibility included teaching others how to be proactive and find value in their contribution. I want to continue to make an impact by inspiring growth and serving students creates that opportunity in many forms. Their creative intelligence inspires me, and their unconditional affection reminds me that everyone needs a little help...
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - Masters in Education, Special Education
Leovani: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...and presentation (Canva, ProPresenter, sound boards, lighting boards), music theory and instrument playing (French Horn, Trumpet, recorder), art (drawing, ceramics, painting) and art history, most academic school subjects K-12, culinary, and UIL academic competition preparation. I am most passionate about U.S. History, music theory, English--specifically in essay writing and dyslexia-accommodated English learning. I enjoy helping learners with disabilities understand the material through accommodated learning. We all learn differently; I enjoy finding the way that each...
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Texas State University-San Marcos - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Kyle: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
I'm the kind of guy that loves to give spoilers...for academics.
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The University of Texas at Austin - Current Undergrad Student, Psychology
Sarah: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...New Jersey and have experience tutoring middle and early high school level Math, English, History, and Science. I love to travel and grew up in Tokyo and Singapore. I also love acting, reading, and cooking. As a tutor, I am dedicated to understanding problems and collaborating to figure out how to solve problems together. I am a driven and hardworking student and tutor, and I have the drive to succeed at any task I set...
Education & Certification
University of Toronto - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 31
Leah: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...lifelong student, I love to help others enjoy the process of learning and to see their hard work pay off! I'm currently teaching a writing course at UT with the theme, "Americans Abroad." Last year, I taught discussion sections for a UT American literature course, and previously I worked as a teaching assistant for classes on introductory academic writing, U.S. history, and American culture. While I tutor a range of subjects, I especially love demystifying...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Science, Communication, General
The University of Texas at Austin - Doctor of Philosophy, American Studies
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 34
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
Kimberly: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...learners who feel the same, I hope to help them grow into their own artist voice. I also believe that everyone can learn to appreciate the arts in all its forms and grow as an individual by experiencing the creative process. I hold a Bachelor Degree in Fine Arts from UTSA, a Texas Teaching Certificate along with ESL certification. I have taught in the elementary and intermediate settings. I facilitated student Art Clubs, Annual Art...
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The University of Texas at San Antonio - Bachelor in Arts, Painting
Hiromi: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...to students is making an impact on my students' life and creating a deeper understanding of different cultures. I also believe that education is a necessity for all to improve one's life and future. That being said, my favorite subject to teach is Japanese culture to broaden the views of the diversity in our world. I have around 10 years of experience teaching Japanese to students from the grades of kindergarten through high school and...
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Momoyama Bakuin Daibaku - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Aaron: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...environment where a student can discover the joy of deepening his or her knowledge in a particular subject. I have two years of experience teaching middle school and high school English in France, as well as giving private English tutoring to young adults. For three years, I gave private lessons to middle school and high school bassoon students in the Waco and Austin, TX areas. I graduated in 2012 from The University of Texas at...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, BA Music
ACT English: 33
Arvella: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...manager with a strong background in accounting, budgeting, auditing and financial analysis. I am also a veteran with 21 years' service where I worked with young airmen in their training and growth in the military. I believe I have the skills to tutor young people due to my knowledge and experience in the areas of I selected as potential tutoring subjects. I also have the patience and desire to assist individuals who want to learn...
Education & Certification
Trenton State College (The College of New Jersey) - Bachelors, Accounting
Ana: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...at the University of Vermont to become a speech-language pathologist. Since undergrad, I have worked as a K-2 Literacy tutor, a social worker at a Head Start Preschool, and most recently ran a teen leadership development program at a children's museum. I recognize that traditional education isn't suited for all types of learning, so I'm dedicated to making material accessible to my students for their unique needs. I think that tutoring should be fun while...
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Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Human Development and Family Studies
Steve: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...study of James Joyce and interned with now U.S. Senator Mark Udall during his tenure in the House of Representatives. I worked with Crocs Footwear at their global headquarters as an account manager for five years in account management, before relocating to Austin, Texas, in 2011, when I began pursuing a career in education. I am currently certified as a teacher in Texas in six different subjects, including Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, Business, and...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
Melissa: San Marcos Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Marcos, TX
...skills, and more, math and logic are my favorites to tutor. I think the most important thing is to convey that learning can be fun. If it is fun, we are more inclined to do it! I love to play logic games, math games, and word games to learn in a new way. Additionally, learning different concepts' real-world applications can make a lesson more meaningful to a student. In my free time, I love to...
Education & Certification
Penn State University - Bachelor of Science, Crime, Law, and Justice
Barry University - Bachelor in Arts, Biomedical and Forensic Photography
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