Top History Tutors serving Tacoma

Jeffrey: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...can feel overwhelming. But you really can be prepared. Careful, concept-oriented preparation can help ensure that students don't run into anything radically new on exam day. My preparation strategy aims to give students the instruction they need to recognize as many problem types as possible. Sitting for a standardized test can be a stressful experience for many people. I try to give students a firm toolkit of techniques and tactics so that they do not...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800

Jan: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...but I especially enjoy teaching middle school math and SAT prep. I have a strong grasp of the approaches necessary to succeed in those areas. It is fun to share those approaches with students and watch the AHA! moments unfold. Why do I teach? Successful learning requires awareness of HOW you think: how you create and organize your own perception. I am fascinated with this meta-thinking, this thinking ABOUT how you think, and I take...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing and Dance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800

Adam: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...students learn the material. I tutor a large variety of subjects, including LSAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor various academic subjects, primarily in the fields of math and science. My favorite subject to tutor is Chemistry, followed closely by Physics. I feel that anyone can learn anything as long as it is explained in a way that is conducive to them, and I aim to achieve that in my teaching. Outside of tutoring, I...
Education & Certification
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 36

Micaela: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...with an approach that works for them, which is why I take a different approach for each individual student. I have a bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Washington's Foster School of Business. I transferred from Carleton College, where I focused on economics and was also able to take a wide range of liberal arts courses. I have been tutoring since high school when I was a peer STEM tutor and continued to...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800

Carlie: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...law firm in downtown Seattle. My academic passions include History, Philosophy, Literature, French, Latin, and Psychology. I particularly enjoy tutoring students in any subject that involves reading and writing, particularly composing and editing essays and other written work. I believe that with perseverance and some capable guidance, a student can work to overcome any learning obstacles and be successful. My goal is to closely assess my students in order to form my instruction around their...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, History
LSAT: 164

Kristina: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...a history lover, I know must students do not like history and I try to make all my lessons engaging and relevant for all my students. I graduated from Saint Martin's University in 2012 with my degree in Political Science and minor in US History. While at SMU, I was able to participate in an internship with Jay Inslee and at the Washington State Legislature. I was also a college cheerleader and worked as part...
Education & Certification
Saint Martin's University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California - Masters, Secondary Education

Jessica: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Journalism and International Relations. Throughout law school, college, and in my current and prior work, my writing abilities have been paramount. I have found success both in school and my career through understanding how to research and write for different purposes and different audiences, and I am excited to help students build this essential skill. My goal as a tutor is also to help motivate students throughout the writing process, not only by highlighting the...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism and Int'l Affairs

Robert: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Civ and US History classes, as well as several other Histories (European, Asian). My main focus is to help students see connections and forces behind historical events -- in short the "Big Picture" -- while also understanding the importance of specific events and people. I frequently conduct one on one sessions with students, which I enjoy greatly, to help them see these points and connections, and to adopt strategies for reading and understanding text books,...
Education & Certification
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Psych
Temple University - PHD, History

Katie: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...is fresh in my memory. For students preparing to take the SATs, ACTs, or GREs - I feel your pain! Together we can work through the daunting process of analyzing your areas of strength and opportunities for growth and put you on the path towards the score you want. When I am not tutoring, I hope to be exploring the great outdoors and getting to know the Pacific Northwest. I have spent the five years...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, International Relations, Minors in Spanish and Creative Writing
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Current Grad Student, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Georgia: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...University. I am fortunate to have had many different kinds of tutoring experiences. I volunteered in Quito, Ecuador with a non-profit daycare facility for at-risk youth. My duties included reading with children in English and helping them with school work. In junior high and high school I was a peer mentor. This gave me experience working with older students and refining study skills. In college, I was a Teacher's Assistant which allowed me to help...
Education & Certification
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo - Bachelor of Science, Anthropology and Geography, minor in Religious Studies
GRE Verbal: 161

Marianna: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...2013 to 2014. In Seoul, I taught and tutored students of all ages and loved helping them grow and learn at their own pace. When I returned to the United States to live in beautiful Seattle, I knew that I wanted to continue to pursue my teaching career as well as my scholarly research. Through my experiences as a Teaching Assistant, ESL Teacher, and ESL Tutor, I have learned to be flexible, encouraging, and supportive....
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Art History
Illinois State University - Master of Arts, Visual Culture

Alex: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...passions: helping students who are eager to learn. My profoundly meaningful experience as a tutor led me to join Varsity after graduation. I believe in the importance of writing correctly, expressively, and effectively. Being able to express oneself precisely is vital for students of all disciplines, and indeed for all people who are involved in the difficult process of navigating human relationships. Achieving this precision, however, easier said than done. As a tutor, I am...
Education & Certification
Pratt Institute-Main - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Writing
Georgia State University - Master of Arts, Creative Writing

Theresa: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
I love the look a child gets in their eyes when they begin to understand a concept that has alluded them in the past. Whether teaching my class or working one on one with a student, seeing that success is what I strive for.... All students are capable of being successful. As a teacher, it's my job to identify the strategies and resources that will put each student I work with on the path to success.
Education & Certification
Lycoming College - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Johns Hopkins University - Master of Arts Teaching, Elementary Education

Carter: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...My name is Carter. I’m a graduate of Northwestern University, where I studied journalism and international studies (with a focus in Europe and international security), and gained a concentration in gender and sexuality studies. Thanks to journalism, I’ve traveled and lived all over the United States, from New York to Los Angeles to Houston. My biggest passions are English and literature, and I love to instill that passion in others, whether that means helping someone...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Journalism, International Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 710

Robert: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...several years of experience as a science teacher, I actually prefer to tutor math. I think math is the foundation for many sciences and a solid understanding of math can lead to a better understanding of subjects like physics and chemistry. I think that education is based on building habits rather than falling into a pattern of getting behind then cramming. A lot of education is sequential and taking shortcuts doesn't always work. As someone...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Applied Computational Math Sciences

Daniel: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...I am able to alter how I teach dependent on how the student learns. For example, I have a friend who is not a visual learner. I was able to adjust my methods to accommodate her learning style. I have had the opportunity to learn from fantastic teachers. I have been able to learn many helpful tips and tricks to pass on to students. Not only would I be able to adjust my teaching style,...
Education & Certification
Grove City College - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730

Sophia: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
I truly enjoy working with students of different ages and learning needs. I have experience with K-12 to adult learners who are professionals and have very specific needs. I hope we can work together to increase knowledge on different topics and abilities.
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Anthropology
New York University - Masters, Latin American Stuides

Leo: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...am a teacher, psychotherapist, and a musician. I have been working in education over 15 years; I love working with people and helping them grow intellectually and personally. My main areas of focus are: psychology, history, philosophy, and writing. I have a master's degree in history and a master's degree in psychology. As a tutor, I do my best to be: patient, understanding, creative, and hardworking. Each student is unique and thus arrives with his...
Education & Certification
Loyola Marymount University - Bachelors, Humanities
Seattle University - Masters, Psychology

Hannah: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...the lead teacher for an after-school program serving Somali refugees and as a monitor at a French bilingual school, I have immersed myself in the region's splendid diversity. This work as an educator has given me experience developing age-appropriate lessons in a variety of areas, including Reading, Writing, Science, and Math. My cultural agility is the result of interactions with students of various nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Although I would be delighted to tutor many...
Education & Certification
Mount Holyoke College - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 36

Brett: Tacoma History tutor
Certified History Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Theory and Philosophy, Politics of Identity, Race and Gender Studies, Research Methods and Statistics. During this time I have worked with hundreds of students from every conceivable background to ensure that their educational experience is the best it can be. I also worked closely with students to improve their writing in both form and content. I worked with a summer bridge program that prepares high school juniors and seniors for their transition to college. I...
Education & Certification
Ithaca College - Bachelor in Arts, Politics; Philosophy and Religion
Temple University - Master of Science, Political Science and Government
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