Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Thornton, CO

...young people of today is incredibly important to me. I have worked with students in a variety of environments, from outdoor education programs to traditional classroom teaching. I have a bachelor of science degree in secondary history and social studies education with a minor in women and gender studies. I currently teach middle school science, and I love it! I tutor in a variety of subjects including, but not limited to, history and social studies,...

...University of Colorado at Boulder top of my class, majoring in Political Science with minors in History and Spanish. I am fluent in Spanish and conversational in French, and have lived and worked in Spain, Mexico, Ecuador, Argentina, Colombia, and Chile. I am currently enrolled in the MPhil in Development Studies at the University of Oxford in the UK. My personal interests include any kind of sports or outdoor activities, adventurous eating, and walking my...

...informally as a banking and investment professional (Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), since 1994). Recently, I have become a math tutor, mentor and substitute teacher in the Denver Public School system and an historical adviser for a national high school competition focused on the U.S. Constitution. Since my approach to studying the past has been very comprehensive, I have also developed active interests in literature, music, art and architecture and popular culture. Along with a making...

...at William & Mary studying Biology and Kinesiology. I have worked in education for the past 4 years, starting with elementary education and broadening my experience from there. I have the most experience teaching and tutoring in reading, writing, and math, but I love learning about and teaching all subjects. I encourage all of my students to find the passion behind their learning and then help them develop skills to realize their goals.

...Writing from Full Sail University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida. I have traveled extensively and have had the opportunity to teach English language (ESL/EFL) to kindergarten through middle school students in South Korea and here in Denver, Colorado. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Writing, and ESL/ELL. I believe that everyone is capable of achieving great things...

...a 2012 IUPUI University of Indianapolis graduate with a B.S. in Elementary Education. Over the past twelve years, I have taught kinder, first, second, and third grade in addition to teaching Special Education. I become a teacher to help students unlock their fullest potential by using various teaching methods to engage the whole learner. I am a Spalding Phonics trained teacher and certified to teach K-6 and K-12 special education. I enjoy teaching and building...

...Special Education for over 7 years. I tutored college level courses and taught independent living skills to college students with special needs (mostly autistic spectrum disorders) for 6 years before becoming a middle and high school teacher for students with unique emotional needs for two years. These experiences have allowed me to develop the skill to accurately assess a student's comprehension of a subject and then provide instruction using strategies for multiple intelligences in a...

...even left for college. I have worked in many aspects of education including outdoor education, nannying, the classroom, and as a museum educator. Having worked in a variety of places, I am able to help students with their studies using creative and fun methods. I love History and Literature, and I enjoy being able to help students learn the joy of reading. My favorite subject in elementary school was Math and I enjoy talking about...

I hold a Bachelor of Science in chemistry with a minor in geology from St. Lawrence University. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but especially I love sharing my passion for STEM with students. I inspire my students to find joy in learning even if the subject is difficult or doesn't come easily. Tutoring allows me to work with students and share my love of learning and science with others.

Hi, my name is Hank and I am a history major from Virginia Commonwealth University. I enjoy reading, writing, and the outdoors. I am ready to get to work on AP history prep and SAT verbal prep as well as other subjects!... When starting to work, it is important to get to know each other in order to train on the right parts of a particular class.

...yet ruled out Graduate School, I currently intend to teach High School History upon completing my certification. Though most of my tutoring experience has been with Undergraduates at the collegiate level, I have on occasion worked with younger students. I tend to encounter the same difficulties with all History students, regardless of their age or grade. They tell me that History is boring, and they don't consider it relevant to their lives. My goal is...

...minors in Economics and Computer Science. Math and test taking are my two academic strong points, so I focus on teaching Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and ACT / SAT Prep. I try to bundle a passionate approach with a focus on the principles to produce students who can think on their feet and attack any question with confidence. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, athletics (especially rowing), and playing video games.

...processes. This involved advocating and encouraging my students to invest in and have a say in their own communities. From my previous work experiences, from teaching to social service positions, I have learned that being a teacher is not just teaching the basic subject matter; it is being a mentor, a reliable and accountable person to youth and to all ages. These lessons and insights I have gained influence the work I do as a...

...middle school. My original Bachelor's degree is in Political Science. Next, I obtained my teaching license and a few years later I earned my Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I have taught English Language Learners, educationally challenged students, and gifted students. I have been recognized by Denver Public Schools for the high growth of my students. I believe that all children can learn if the teacher uses whatever is necessary to get the information...

...Curriculum Design, Common Core Standards and Modifications, Teaching 1:1 and Small Groups K-12, ODD, ADHD, ESL, Dyslexia/graphia, ASD, Power Yoga Instruction, Animal Assisted Education, Youth Mentoring, and Startups Professional Highlights: 20 elementary and high middle school students successfully taught and mentored in 1st year of independent education startup 12 Juveniles counseled and educated at a wilderness education program 6 years successfully counseling "at risk" youth in California, Florida and Montana 5 years tutoring and educating...

...I will teach you how to effectively craft a story and edit/proofread yourself. As a writer, my specialty is in advanced grammar, language, and writing mechanics --which seems to be missing from students' academic curriculum. I also tutor SAT Reading/ACT, PSAT prep, history, reading comprehension, effective study skills for standardized tests (it is a skill!). I also teach marketing and high school English. I have a B.A. in Art History from Fordham University (2007) and...

I am currently a full-time student at Metro State University of Denver. I love learning and helping others to learn, as well. I enjoy sports, both playing and watching; my favorites are lacrosse and football. I also love to read, cook, listen to music and attend concerts.

Hi, my name is Alec and I'm recent graduate of the University of Colorado Boulder and Leiden University. My areas of focus are in political science, writing and English as a Second Language. I enjoy keeping up with world news, reading and playing soccer and basketball.

I very much enjoy helping students build confidence in themselves as they achieve their learning goals. I love learning new things that I can then teach others. I like to build up a variety of subjects that I enjoy teaching.

...Colorado. Teaching has always been an important part of my journey. Ever since I started private lessons on the horn, I've been fascinated by the process of discovery during instruction, how curiosity ignites into experimentation and eventually transformation. To engage in the process of improvement with a student is something to be cherished and thoughtfully cultivated. Whether providing private music lessons, editing papers, or helping a student work through a tough geometry problem, teaching enables...