Award-Winning History Tutors serving Indianapolis, IN

...attended college at Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky. Surprising, I majored in history and not vampire studies. I worked at a software company, where one of my duties was to train new employees, before moving to England to pursue a Masters Degree in Modern History Durham University. When not in the classroom, I love hiking, swimming, reading, and playing video games. From my pre-school to my Master's degree, I've found tutors and teachers who helped...

...writer for clients ranging from university boards, professors, and individual students. Currently, I am enrolled in a master's program for teaching and instruction, and plan to continue indulging my passion for education upon graduation. Outside of academia, I am currently in the process of publishing my first book. I also enjoy writing short stories, and playing piano in my folk and bluegrass band. At the end of a long day, my husband and I enjoy...

"I touch the future. I teach."... I am pretty animated, so first off I will say "When I talk, I use my hands a lot." I like to use pen and paper or an article that relates to the topic we are addressing; something new that is going on today that is relevant to something that they are going over in class. I use several examples of jumbled up sentences or scrambled sentences, missing one word...

I believe all students can learn and in differentiated teaching. I believe in building students up through encouragement, building background knowledge, and building on skills and personal experiences.

...also worked with local elementary school students as they prepared for their ISTEP exams. After graduation I served for two years at a high school in Chicago as part of a post-graduate volunteer program. While there I was able to teach sections of Latin and World History. As a tutor I look forward not only to helping students achieve their academic goals, but also guiding them to a greater appreciation for their education, especially in...

...My name is Sarah, and I am a senior at Liberty University. I am studying Elementary Education with a minor in English. I am hired as a 4th grade teacher for next year. Also, I am attending university on a full-ride scholarship because of my PSAT, SAT, and ACT scores. I am passionate about inspiring and equipping others to reach their academic goals. My tutoring lessons will be creatively engaging and will support critical thinking.

Every student deserves an opportunity to succeed, and I understand that each person has a different way of learning. I am patient yet demanding, gentle yet firm. I look forward to seeing that "Aha!" look in students' eyes!

...their confidence. I obtained a Bachelor's degree in Secondary English Education and a law degree from Indiana University-Bloomington, and am currently finishing up my PhD in Law & Public Policy. As you can see, I am a life-long learner and I love to help students learn new things and understand difficult concepts in a new way! As a former high school English teacher, turned lawyer and college professor, there are many subjects with which I...

I believe in meetings learners where they are and finding where the frustration or struggle lie. Learning what needs to be studied and how removes the burden of having to know everything about every single subject. In a world full of instant access to information, learning how to find relative information and use it replaces pure memorization and repetition.

...with students in Biology, Algebra I, and Geometry. I graduated from Purdue University with a B.S. in Economics with a Statistics Concentration and History and Political Science minors. My first two years at Purdue however I was an Aerospace Engineering Major. Through college I worked as a Supplemental Instruction Leader for General Chemistry. Currently I am a coach at Carmel Swim Club who loves photography, fantasy sports, reading, and writing. My favorite topics to tutor...

...eventually planning to pursue a PhD. I have worked in the IT industry for 5 years and currently teach Government online for Ecclesia College. I have always been passionate about teaching students. As a college academic, I see the needs that students have as they leave high school and enter the university environment, and I want to impact students before they reach that level. Hopefully through tutoring, more students will have the necessary skills they...

Excellent communicator willing to find the best way to help any student.

...effects students ability to socialize and really benefit from their education. I believe in enhancing the students skills and abilities this will not only cause their grades to rise but you will also see a improvement in behavior and their social environment. I want students to not only be successful in their subject, test, but and more importantly gain their own ability to be successful in life. I believe in open communication and feedback from...

Hello, my name is Idalius Shephard, and I recently graduated from Indiana University of Bloomington. My degree is in International Studies, and I have a minor as well in Spanish. I believe that knowledge is power, and sharing knowledge is a gift.

...finish my dissertation in two years. Completed the Applied Educational Neuroscience certification from Butler University. It is amazing material designed to assist educators in understanding brain regulation, inflammation of the brain, mirror neurons, empathy, etc. I have taught as an adjunct at six different colleges, a couple of private schools, a school for adult high school education, and public schools. My teaching license is for Historic Perspectives in 5th through 12th grades.

...kindergarten to older adults; I taught preschool students from ages 2-4, so I have experience with and am excited about working with students of all ages. I am especially comfortable tutoring in elementary school and any-age literacy and communication skills. I believe in building a collaborative relationship in a tutoring dynamic, and I look forward to talking with you about your needs and figuring out together what tutoring styles will work best for you!

...to teach singing because it is one of my biggest passions. I am currently in show choir at college and have been in choir classes since the 5th grade. I believe that all kids have the ability to learn. I want to allow students the chance to explore and to learn the lessons. Students should learn the information, not just memorize it. In my free time I love to workout, row and when I get...

...an improvement of 2+ letter grades during the time we've worked together. When I first meet a student, I make it a point to learn about the student's interests and goals, both academic and extracurricular. Then, when the student and I are discussing the subject I am teaching them, I help the student make connections between the subject I'm teaching them to something they have a personal interest in. For example, I was recently working...

...Grove is an art historian, Holocaust historian, museum program developer, and collector of art. She has taught at various universities, led an internationally acclaimed art gallery, and worked with top Holocaust art scholars around the world concerning issues related to WWII Era provenance. In addition to her work in the field of art history, Amy has led curation, programming & exhibit development initiatives at numerous museums. Amy enjoys sharing her passion for all things art...

...their process. I enjoy tutoring human and social sciences, and if I had to pick a favorite topic I would say it is psychology because that is where my journey began. I am a believer in early reading and writing because this is the foundation of all other learning, and of being successful in life. I believe that every learner is unique and it is important to work with the strengths of the individual; it...