Top Social Studies Tutors serving San Jose
Arianna: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I received my Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Pitzer College, with an emphasis in Indigenous Studies. After graduating, I moved to Peru where I conducted a micro finance feasibility study in a rural indigenous community in the Andes. While carrying out my study, I received my ESL Instructor Certifications and taught English to both urban and rural high school students across the country. I tutor a vast array of subjects from Algebra to Spanish,...
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Pitzer College- Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Hannah: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
…已经作为一个私人家庭教师佛吗r students at USC and around Los Angeles. More recently, I founded and led programs at USC to advocate for educational justice for local students and empower my fellow USC students to become more involved in our local communitys education system. I have tutored all subjects, but I am most passionate about Math, Social Studies, Spanish, and SAT/College Prep. My favorite part about tutoring is being able...
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University of Southern California- Bachelors, Sociology
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 800
Michael: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
…SAT和GRE考试容易得多的导师help you prioritize, strategize, and structure your time wisely. I took the GRE in 2013 and earned the top score in Critical Reading, so the latest version is fresh in my mind. I am glad to share the study strategies that worked for me, including tips on writing essays under pressure. If you suffer from test anxiety, I know some tricks psychologists use that...
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The College of William & Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy, History
SAT Verbal: 770
Talia: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I obtained my B.A. from Williams College in 2008, double majoring in Psychology and Sociology. In 2011, I received my California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential. I have been working in classrooms, providing academic support, since 2004. I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs, from moderate to severe, and the gifted population. I am highly adept in tailoring education to fit each learner's needs, while maximizing output, motivation, and self-confidence. I sincerely enjoy...
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Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology
Jennifer: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I have been working as a tutor and educator for over 8 years. I graduated from UC Berkeley's department of English, where I majored in English and American Literature and minored in Creative Writing. Currently, I work as a Teaching Assistant and graduate instructor for college-level rhetoric and composition classes, as well as university-level senior thesis and literature seminars. I also work with everyone from ESL students to students with multiple languages to elementary-aged students...
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University of California-Berkeley- Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College- Master of Arts, English Literature
Simon: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
As a recent grad from the University of California, Santa Barbara, I am passionate about education, personal growth, and lofty goals. My BA in History has left me well-versed in the topics of European and United States history, with a special fondness for the British Empire, World War I and II, and the Cold War. My rigorous studies also ensured that I became confident and well studied in geography, essay and research writing, and analysis...
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University of California-Santa Barbara- Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Writing: 700
Jeanette: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I love teaching pretty much anything! I began tutoring English, math and science as a freshman in college, then added dance and aerial acrobatics to my repertoire. Now, I specialize in all things English, writing, reading, French and anatomy.
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California State University-Long Beach- Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Reid : San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
My name is Reid, and I am excited to be able to help students in any of the subject areas I can. I am a recent graduate of Southern Oregon University in Ashland, Oregon. I graduated with a Degree in Political Science and a minor in Philosophy. I was also a tutor at my school's Writing Center. My main areas of strength in terms of tutoring are English, American Literature, World and American History, and...
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Southern Oregon University- Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Daniel: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology. I am applying to medical school this year. I have tutored fellow classmates throughout college in a variety of subjects; I have tutored biology, physics, math, history, chemistry, and ecology. My teaching method is to make complex ideas more relative to simple concepts and everyday life. I believe that making connections to concepts while learning is the easiest...
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University of California-Santa Barbara- Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Mustafa: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I am a graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology. I received my Bachelor of Sciences in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. I began tutoring in my freshman year of college, and continued to do so throughout my college years. I primarily worked as a private tutor, helping middle school and high school aged students in a wide variety of math and science courses. I also volunteered on a weekly basis at a local...
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Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus- Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Math: 800
Arnav: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I have served as a tutor during middle school and high school for subjects ranging from math to history to English. I think that I'm a great tutor because I am knowledgeable in the subjects that I have listed above. I am also very patient when teaching others because I understand how difficult some concepts can be to grasp having struggled with them myself earlier in life. ... My teaching philosophy can best be described as...
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University of California-Los Angeles- Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Anya: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I love tutoring and am glad to get the chance to play a role in the education of so many different students! Realizing the diverse range of learning styles, I approach sessions with careful patience and perceptiveness, accommodating each individual students' needs and ensuring that I've found a way of explaining things that works for them. I'm certified as a tutor through Cuesta College and worked there as a one one one tutor for their...
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Cuesta College- Current Undergrad, Sociology
Rosemary: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
…buff and Italian language enthusiast! I am a European History graduate from University of California, Santa Cruz. I am incredibly passionate about the history of Europe over the course of the last hundred years and the impacts that major historical events, such as the rise and fall of fascism, had on the development of the world as we know it. I believe that this strong passion can be put into good use to educate and...
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UCSC - Bachelor in Arts, History
Rebecca: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
…a textbook. In this way, I agree with William B. Yeats in that "education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." I empower my students to seek answers on their own and develop their critical thinking skills. As a tutor, I structure my teaching around the student's individual interests and needs. For example, one 6th grade student loved to perform onstage, so we wrote a play to explore theme,...
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Occidental College- Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163
Max: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
…name is Max - I'm a senior at Yale College where I study Economics. I'm originally from Millburn, NJ. This year, I'm taking two semesters off from school to sing and travel the entire world with the Yale Whiffenpoofs, America's oldest collegiate a cappella singing group. Apart from singing, I'm is passionate about education, particularly in helping high school students achieve their academic goals as they work their way towards college. I volunteer in New...
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Yale University- Current Undergrad, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Kevin: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I am a recent graduate of American University in Washington DC. I received my BA in Political Science. Prior to attending college, I graduated from the West Windsor Plainsboro School District, so I understand how stressful and competitive academics can be in and around this area. I tutor several subjects though I am strongest in the humanities particularly in preparation for the AP European/American History exams as well as the AP American Government/Comparative Politics exams....
Education & Certification
American University- Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
Keith: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
…academic pursuits: earning a Bachelor's in International Affairs & History from Georegetown University and a Master's in Education from Valparaiso University. I have taught for four years in a few different departments, but mostly in the social studies. I offer tutoring in the social studies, mathematics, and Spanish as well as test prep for the SAT & GRE, both of which I have taken. I hope that we can move you forward in your academic...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University- Unknown, International History
Valparaiso University- Masters in Education, Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800
Samantha: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
I am currently a senior at Northwestern University and I will be receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Legal Studies this spring. In the fall, I will begin attending law school at Northwestern Law. For many years, I tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I...
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Northwestern University- Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Colton: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
…progress has tangible results: a few points more on a standardized test that translates into more scholarships and better chances for admission into more schools. Tutoring for me is a transfer of knowledge that the typical classroom of one teacher to twenty or so students doesn't allow--it's more personal. By use of whiteboards, practice problems, constant repetition, and positive encouragement, students start to understand the problems themselves and are more likely to be able to...
Education & Certification
Brown University- Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Travis: San Jose Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in San Jose, CA
If my time as a student, teacher, and mentor has taught me anything over the years, it is that simply checking the boxes and getting the right answer is not success. What I value far more is not just telling students the answers to their problems, but providing them with the resources and strategies to arrive at the correct answer themselves. Not only does this empower students, but it also gives them a framework to...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California- Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
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