Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors in Thornton, CO

...skills. This can only be achieved by being balanced and settled emotionally. If you're scared of Algebra or stats or economics or the LSAT, it is going to be very difficult to learn. So, a great deal of my style has to do with breaking down the various perceptions and fears that can get in the way of us learning. I'll spend time convincing you that Algebra is something that not only will not ruin...

...adventure. Despite these innate qualities, I am also very driven to help other people, and tutoring is a simple, yet powerful and effective way I can help others. I have done a lot of tutoring work in the past working with students of all ages from the elementary to college level. I have a strong background in the sciences as well as other subjects. I also have extensive experience with test preparation. Tutoring is a...

...to make learning personal. I strive to understand each students' unique strengths and struggles and tailor my presentation to their needs. I earned my B.A. from Colorado College in International Political Economy. I have a Masters of Public Policy from Pepperdine University and I am currently applying to PhD programs in International Development and Foreign Policy. Outside of academics, I am an avid gamer, both tabletop and video games. I frequently travel, both for pleasure...

...teaching math and grammar. I have also worked as a research assistant and librarian for several years, so I have excellent research and citation skills and I love working with students of all ages on research and writing projects. I believe learning should accessible for all kinds of students and am committed to working together to find a teaching style that works for each individual.Aside from teaching, I like to read, hike, rock climb, and...

...interesting and memorable. I have a lot of patience, and I know that not everyone learns the same way. I'll meet you (or your student) right where you're at and we'll go from there. I'd be a great tutor for a high school or university student looking for a tutor to assist in essay writing, essay editing, or if you have a young student who would benefit from one on one instruction in Reading, Writing,...

...the University of Utah in psychology and Russian, and I received an MBA from Southern Methodist University. I began tutoring psychology, statistics and Russian in college. After graduating, I spent a year teaching English in Russia, followed by 5 years as a consultant developing custom teaching solutions for college professors. As a volunteer, I have taught refugees ESL in the US, and I currently tutor at-risk youth with Whiz Kids. My favorite subject to tutor...

...I don't enjoy reading and analyzing a good book! I especially enjoy tutoring in English because I find English to be captivating for all individuals. Any person, regardless of reading level, background and experience, is capable of finding an affection for either reading or writing. When teaching and tutoring, I employ an experiential method as well as integrating cultural and social aspects into my lessons. I whole-heartedly enjoy relating the material to the students and...

...the College of William and Mary with a BA in History. I went on to earn a MEd from George Mason University in Curriculum and Instruction and a Master of Public Policy from George Washington University. I have taught high school social studies for 15 years, including US History, World History, and AP U.S. Government. In addition to classroom teaching, I have worked with students one-on-one, tailoring instruction and curriculum to their individuals needs.... I believe that teaching should be engaging and connected to students' lives. When teaching, I try to tie the lesson to current events or local issues. The more students can make connections between their lives and the events of the past, the more likely they are to remember them.

...purposes and personal growth. My experience has ranged from spelling and mechanics with elementary and middle schoolers, to college essay organization, and test preparation with high schoolers. I spent time in college helping friends and classmates fine-tune extensive thesis papers, edit personal statements for graduate-level programs, and yes, even spelling and mechanics! As I am sure you have noticed, my passion and experience rests in tutoring reading and writing. I love writing, and I truly...

...finding new ways to introduce information to them that fit their individual learning style. I have tutored students of all ages in a wide variety of subjects. I have worked as a research assistant and intern at the State Department and top DC think tanks. I currently work full time as a tutor and freelance editor. I scored in the 94th percentile on the SAT and love helping students master standardized tests. For more information,...