
Ben: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...at anything, but I have a wide range of interests and abilities. I enjoy soccer, basketball, football, tennis, biking, board riding, exploring nature, cooking, eating, dancing, playing music, reading, and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a tutor is to...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management

Ariel: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...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 that are either not...
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management

Maddie: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...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 a passion for reading, poetry, and learning. I strive to help students read and analyze for themselves, instead of worrying...
Education & Certification
Carleton College - Bachelor in Arts, English

Alexandra: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...and and Rhode Island College in 2018 with a Master of Arts in Teaching. Education is the key to success but when you don't understand something, it can be frustrating and disheartening. That is why I want to help you understand the material and concepts you are struggling with and give you the skills and confidence to move forward with your studies. I am passionate about teaching and learning and would love to help you...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Art

Sophia: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...especially with the help of a friendly and encouraging guide. I want to lead students towards academic independence through connecting what they are assigned to learn with what they know well already or what they are skilled at, so that they don't feel as if they are approaching their task with no preparation. I would also like to aid in the development of strategies that are applicable to general assignments instead of focusing on learning...
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St Johns College - Current Undergrad, History of Mathematics and Science & Philosophy

Thomas: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
I am an interested and enthusiastic tutor, and have many years of experience working with students at all levels. I enjoy tutoring and my enjoyment often rubs off on my tutees. I am willing to take however long is necessary for the tutee to understand. I am also willing to try multiple approaches if what I am currently trying is not working.
Education & Certification
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Noel: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
Hello! My name is Noel, as you can likely see. I really enjoy helping people, which is why I tutor, as I can apply my knowledge to benefit others. I feel that my best characteristic as a tutor is that I ensure that my student truly understands the concepts and information, which is helped by making many strong connections in the brain.
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University of Alabama at Huntsville - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Ryan: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...Among my greatest strengths are my language skills. Since high school I have learned to speak five languages apart from English: French, German, Spanish, Arabic, and Turkish. Learning these languages has also helped me in English. I have a strong knowledge of grammar, and have an array of tried-and-true methods for breaking down reading exercises in order to be able to read complex documents in other languages. Grammar is one of the easiest ways to...
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Sciences Po Paris - Bachelors, International Affairs and Transatlantic Relations
Georgetown University - Current Grad Student, European Studies

Alyssa: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...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 helping students develop a...
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Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies

Zac: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
I am a recent graduate from an international relations masters program. I am especially qualified to teach students in the social sciences. ... My teaching philosophy is to encourage questions and open discussion. I feel that active learning, where students are making the connections themselves is the most beneficial to them. Having a friendly and relaxed space for learning is important to me as well.... Get to know the student. Figure out what they want to...
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St Johns University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Tufts University - Masters, Security Studies and Pacific Asia

Alexandra: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...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 on the English language....
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, History and Journalism

Samantha: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...I enjoy tutoring French is that I myself was initially very afraid to learn a foreign language. I had a speech impediment as a child and had to attend speech therapy, so I know very well how nerve-wracking it can be to learn, and especially speak, a foreign language. But not only did I learn French, in my last job I used French often to speak with foreign government officials and even briefly interpreted for...
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Brown University - Bachelors, 1. International and Comparative Political Science 2. Economics
Johns Hopkins University-Schools of Advanced International Studies - Current Grad Student, 1. Conflict Management 2. International Economics

Patrick: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...an enormous amount about the importance of education and the importance of good teachers and mentors. Education is a field that I hope to pursue as a career and there is nothing more crucial to the project of education than fostering positive relationships with students. Tutoring is a great way to begin to do that. I also have a real passion for the subjects I tutor, History, English, and French. The best part about tutoring...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, History

Navya: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...to create a more interactive form of learning, where both tutor and student are actively involved in the process. I like to teach using a lot of visuals, because I think that they tend to be more easily retained than just words. I also like to use a lot of examples, so that students understand the real world applications of different concepts, and they can not only do well on exams, but can also use...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General

Patrick: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...Relations with a concentration in international security issues. A lover of history and politics, I enjoy teaching students in these topics particularly, but also have a deep passion for writing and public speaking. I am also available for SAT and ACT test preparation. I find it extremely enriching to help students see the potential in themselves when it comes to a standardized test or a speech mainly because I remember being in the same positions...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Alexandra: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
I'm a college student at Johns Hopkins University, and I've been tutoring in various subjects since the fifth grade. I'm happy to tutor students of all ages, and I'm a cheerful and patient tutor. I'm also willing to work in whatever setting is most comfortable for the student, whether that be a library, a home, etc.
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Current Undergrad, International Studies and Political Science

Matthew: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...tutoring sessions as a partnership where the student and myself are working towards one goal: their acquisition of the skills, knowledge, and strategies necessary to succeed academically and enrich themselves personally. Frequently this means identifying weak foundational elements and building from there. Once these elements are identified, the learning process tends to be remarkably smooth and, dare I say, fun. In my spare time (I’m in law school so there really isn’t that much…) I...
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College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor in Arts, History/Religious Studies

Hannah: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...of the firm belief that education can change lives. That certainly doesn't mean it's easy. No one is good at everything, and sometimes all it takes is an outside push, or someone to explain the issue a different way. Tutoring can provide that missing element -- whether it's a sudden "I get it!" moment or a more gradual path to understanding. As for me, I graduated from Macalester College, a well-known liberal arts school in...
Education & Certification
Macalester College - Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Laura: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...graduate of St. John's College and Georgetown Law. Teaching is in my blood-my mother is a teacher, and she instilled in me the love of helping someone reach his or her potential with compassion and enthusiasm. I have been tutoring since middle school and I don't ever plan on stopping! My favorite subject to tutor is the LSAT, but I also LOVE English, US History, and World History. During my free time, I enjoy reading...
Education & Certification
St. John's College - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts
Georgetown University Law Center - Juris Doctor, Law

Ted: Washington DC Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Washington, DC
...coach and summer school instructor with the Center for Talented Youth. Aside from having strong content knowledge in various subject areas, I believe I am motivating, encouraging, and supportive of my students. Whether you hope to raise your grade in class, pass a test, or learn a better way to take notes, my approach to tutoring is based on your unique learning style. I look forward to helping you achieve your academic goals!
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science/Classics
Radford University - Master of Science, Education
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