Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Tempe, AZ

I graduated with a degree in biology (genetics, cell development) and Spanish linguistics and have taken the MCAT twice. I am certified to teach ESL students. I have extensive experience working with children and in tutoring. I genuinely believe that learning is fun and should be a major part of everyone's everyday life. I make an active effort to incorporate this into my tutoring style.

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I currently teach 8th-grade resource English. I graduated from Northern Arizona University with a bachelor's degree in Elementary and Special Education, a minor in Spanish, and a certificate in teaching English as a second language. I am currently getting my Master's degree in Special Education with an emphasis in Positive Behavior Support with a certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder.

...I love teaching and learning with students. I have taught all grade levels from K-8. Math is my favorite subject. I love teaching math and it makes me so happy to see students engaged and learning new things. When students solve a problem, and I see the joy in their faces, it gives me the drive to keep teaching. What I love most as a teacher is interacting with the kids and having fun while...

...9 years. IBM, the computer based company used to have a motto. It was "THINK". My philosophy of teaching is based on a belief that learning needs to be student centered and that students need to be equal partners in the learning process. My role involves using my expertise to put the necessary resources in the hands of the students or more likely to be sure that my students are well equipped to find and...

...While I teach a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about math and writing. In my experience helping struggling students understand grade level material and preparing for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun using websites like Kahoot and Blooket using games and questions to practice skills. I am a firm proponent of whole child education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved engagement and achievement in the...

...group leader" for three years at ASU. I have also worked as a teaching assistant for a college composition course and a biostatistics course, as well as a independant tutor in math, biology, history, and standardized test prep. More than any other experience, the three years as an SI leader helped me grow my leadership and tutoring skills, as well as my love of teaching. SI leaders use the challenges posed by high-risk/high-failure courses to guide...

...Studies plus linguistics. I speak three languages and have extensive experience teaching them, including English. I personally learned English through ESL classes and a few other languages in my adult years so I know how difficult it can be but also how rewarding it is to see life through different languages and cultures. I'm an expert in international relations, history, linguistics, and most humanity subjects. I feel confident in these areas due to my education...

...the SAT. While I am happy and able to tutor a number of subjects, I am most passionate about Test Prep because these scores are very important to students, and I enjoy helping them to conquer the test and succeed. My teaching philosophy can be described as a coaching style in which, like athletics, I believe learning the subject matter, good techniques, and constant practice are the best ways to achieving better scores. I love...

...part of my membership in the Institute of Industrial Engineers during my years in college, and have worked in an elementary school environment where my duties as a technology coordinator occasionally required me to instruct students. For me, the biggest thrill in any job is visibly seeing that "light bulb moment" as someone crosses the boundary between confusion and understanding. Thank you for taking the time to consider me for your tutor, and I'm hoping...

...began reading all over the place-walking down halls, in the library, the cafeteria-everywhere and everything! I knew whole vistas had been opened to them. I taught adult illiterates as a volunteer for a number of years and the excitement and feeling of success they had was so encouraging for me. Tutoring allows me to have the personal satisfaction of a one to one relationship with a learner. Hearing a student got a greatly improved score...

...with a student, I generally like to delve straight into the meat of a topic, helping the student along the way if need be. It is also crucial to be patient and understanding when a student is struggling with a concept, since this is conducive to the student's learning. I am currently in the process of obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in pure mathematics at Rice University in Houston, Texas. I tutor a wide...

...was able to change careers to education almost 10 years ago, receiving a California teaching credential for middle school and high school English and Social Science. I taught middle school English and history for five years and was a vice principal of a high school for two years. I also taught Korean culture and language as an elective. My students experienced massive growth in California State testing for the English section thanks to a writing...

...Rapids, Michigan. I received my Bachelor of Science in elementary education with a focus on social studies and language arts. Since graduation, I have relocated to Glendale, Arizona for teaching. While I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and history. I am a staunch advocate for education and try to instill a love of learning into each student. In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching sporting events, and...

...in. I taught for Rio Salado Colleges for 17 years. I also worked for elementary schools as a teacher's aide. I generate enthusiasm in my methods of teaching. I am friendly and warm and my style is sincere and easy going. The students I undertake make major gains in their school assessments as I use different techniques in teaching so the child or adult understand the subject in an easy way. I truly love and...

...creating an environment that ignites a child's natural curiosity and exploration to understand the world through engagement. I attended the University of Arizona where I obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Women Studies. I acquired my graduate degree in Education with emphasis in Organizational Management from Grand Canyon University. My favorite subjects to tutor are Reading and Math. I love that "got it" moment a student's face when they have reached a milestone. I...

...And I have a great passion for teaching and mentoring, regardless of the subject. I grew up in poverty, but through hard work and the motivation of mentors and teachers, I overcame my circumstances. Because I myself know the cost of improving oneself and of overcoming one's circumstances, I expect nothing but hard work, determination, persistence, and a positive attitude. I'm not an unfair person. I don't expect for you to do all the work...

I am excited to be a part of Varsity tutors. I have been a teacher for 20 years and love to watch my students grow and learn. I look forward to helping students reach their full potentioal.

...practice the skills that will be beneficial both in an academic and professional environment. Throughout my life, I have enjoyed an excellent blending of both academic and professional experiences which provide a well-rounded experience. My education focuses on Business, Political Science, History, and Education. My professional experience has taken me from Management and entrepreneurism to Accounting and Comptrolling for a multi-million dollar company. It brings me pride that I can use my experiences to aid...

...years, I've taught Latin in a classroom setting. Latin is my main passion in the realm of teaching. And as a Latin teacher, I see reading and writing Latin to be an effective learning method, but even more so, learning to speak the language as a living language (and trust me, it is a living language! If you don't believe me, then come study with me and I'll prove it, lol!). Aside from Latin I...