Top Social Studies Tutors serving Austin
John: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
ACT Composite: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Verbal: 750
Frances: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
I'm an experienced teacher and tutor with a Bachelors in English from the University of Alabama and a Masters in Literature and the Humanities from St. Edward's University, looking to help my students share in my love of learning!... The answer is out there. I really do think that, no matter what the problem is, a solution can be found if we all work hard enough!... Discuss what subjects or concepts the student is struggling with,...
Education & Certification
The University of Alabama - Bachelors, English
St Edwards University - Masters, Humanities
ACT English: 36
GRE Quantitative: 149
GRE Verbal: 162
Jennifer: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...to work individually with every student, that's where a tutor comes in! I'm a strong advocate for Carol Dweck's growth mindset theory of education, encouraging students to learn and grow from their mistakes rather than becoming discouraged and giving up. When I was in high school, I struggled a lot with math, and this caused me to view myself as a failure. Working with my own tutors and teachers helped me realize that I am...
Education & Certification
Smith College - Current Undergrad, Education and Child Studies and Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 760
Lauren: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...at Cristo Rey Jesuit high school during the summers of 2014 and 2015, focusing primarily on essay building and English. - As a freshman college student, I consider myself to be well-versed in the college application arena. I have a plethora of tips and tricks stored in my arsenal to facilitate a smooth application experience. - Scholarships: I am currently attending UT through the generosity of the Texas Exes Forty Acres Scholars Program: UT's only...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Current Undergrad, Public Relations
Matthew: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...many different subjects (ACT, SAT, Literature, Languages, etc.). My graduates studies in philosophy have especially equipped me to teach writing, analytical thinking, logical analysis, and mathematics. I am also a part-time professor of philosophy. My academic interests range from medieval Scholasticism to contemporary issues in bioethics and law. I believe that tutoring is not only about the transfer of knowledge between the tutor and the student, but also a transfer of skills, which would help...
Education & Certification
The University of St Thomas - Bachelors, Philosophy
The University of St Thomas - Masters, Philosophy
LSAT: 160
Derek: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...from highly motivated individuals wanting to go from a B+ to an A to students having difficulty passing a tough class, and I strive to match my style and depth of instruction with the knowledge level of the student. I strongly believe everybody has the potential to succeed, and a recurring theme of my tutoring is that my students should recognize their own potential by 1) identifying their current position, 2) identifying their desired position,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 780
Jason: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...note, I am excited to work at Varsity Tutors. I like to give back to all peoples and to my community. When I think about my life and my struggles, I know that some type of tutor would have been so helpful for me. I know that my education has helped improve both myself as a person and my quality of life, and I am happy for the opportunity to assist others with their learning...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at San Antonio - Bachelors, Psychology, Business Minor
University of Central Florida - Masters, Clinical Psychology
Laura: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...Young University and have been teaching for 3 years. I have taught 4th grade and 6th grade, and I have volunteered in 1st, 2nd, and 5th grade classes as well. I love helping students learn. My favorite part about teaching is helping students understand a concept that they've been struggling with by explaining it in a new way. I love teaching math, especially algebra. I also love to read in my spare time, and I...
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Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Samantha: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...teaching, the career I am currently pursuing today. As an educator, my belief is that all students should be pushed to their highest potential in a way that caters to their already expansive list of gifts and talents. The intensity of which I care for my student's success entails that I provide a dynamic, vibrant, and encouraging energy for my students, especially in the fields of college admissions essays, SAT/ACT prep, and AP test prep....
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, History and Italian
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 720
Christopher: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...endeavor. I don't mean this in the traditional sense. School (i.e. traditional education) is a means to an end. What is that end? The formation of thoughtful fellow humans. Thoughtful (thought full!) humans bring inquisition to everything. That means they think about math but also sports and love and history and progress. I hope to help not only with specific learning goals but also to guide in the formation of tools that will help students...
Education & Certification
Messiah College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Rayhan: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...also am on the premedical track. I have a major in History and minors in Biology/Chemistry from Duke University. I love teaching and firmly believe in the potential of every student. I utilize an uplifting teaching model that empowers students to not only learn the material, but be confident in their knowledge. I have over 8 years of teaching and tutoring experience in a variety of subjects. I have served as a mentor for the...
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Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, History
David: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...help students in a variety of subjects, whether as instructor of record at St. Edward's University, or mentor at UT's Intercollegiate Athletics Pride Academic Center and UT's Undergraduate Writing Center (UWC). In all of these positions, I helped students craft writing assignments from a broad range of majors, which gave me insight into a variety of subject matter and shaped my mentoring skills. In addition to this multidisciplinary experience, my time St. Edward's and UT...
Education & Certification
Loyola Marymount University - Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications
The University of Texas at Austin - Doctor of Philosophy, Mass Communications
Aaron: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
In the last 7 years, I have been working endlessly helping students, enabling them, restoring their foundations, in many youth organizations. For many hours a month I volunteer in teaching and outreaching to young adults and youth strengthening the future in South Texas Region.
Education & Certification
Del Mar College - Associate in Arts, Business Administration and Management
The University of Texas at Austin - Current Undergrad Student, Computer and Information Sciences, General
Many: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...Summer, I had the opportunity to travel abroad to Italy to study different teaching methods and compare the differences between Italian approaches and American approaches to education. These experiences had led to me believe that teaching styles are detrimental to a student's success in and out of school. I am most passionate about math and sciences, but I am also able to adapt to any subjects that my students may need help in. In my...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, HDFS Early Childhood
Lise: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...(my events included the 400 IM, 100 and 200 breaststroke), and was a member of Pi Beta Phi. I stayed at Washington University to attend law school and earn my J.D. While in law school I clerked at the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Illinois in the White Collar Crime Division and also worked at the law clinic at the American Civil Liberties Union of Eastern Missouri in St. Louis. I worked...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Doctor of Philosophy, Anthropology
Matthew: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
I am a graduate of one of the top high schools in the nation, Whitman HS in Bethesda, MD. I got a perfect score on my ACT, and am currently pursuing a Chemical Engineering degree at UT-Austin. I am a particularly strong standardized-test taker, and while my studies have concentrated in STEM, I also enjoy writing. With my extensive knowledge in these fields, I'm here to help!
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Amanda: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...I tutor a variety of subjects in the humanities and social sciences, but my favorite sessions include those in which I help students with their writing assignments, as I truly enjoy seeing the tangible progress they make during our time together. I consider one of my specialties as an educator to be my ability to meet students where they're at in their learning process. I believe very strongly in the importance of education and equal...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, Legal Studies / Sociology
The University of Texas at Austin - Master of Arts, American Studies
Zahrah: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...They are an Honor's Graduate with a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Costume Design with a Minor in Theatre History from The Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University. They specialize in Art (General History, Drawing, Painting and Technique), Critical Literary Analysis, Creative Strategizing, African American History, and Fashion (Fabric Studies, Costume Design, Patterning, etc). Their philosophy on tutoring and teaching involves content mastery and relevant integration of lesson content with real world application.
Education & Certification
Webster University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Costume Design
Alistair: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...specialize in tutoring math and science subjects, as I have always found fascination in how these invisible forces rule the world we live in. I have worked as a summer camp counselor for over 4 years, and work with school age children in the psychology research labs at UT. My experiences teaching my fellow classmates have opened me up to the idea of teaching and helping spread this knowledge to anyone willing to learn it....
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
Chloe: Austin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Austin, TX
...is most important here; not comparing yourself to others. I am a firm believer that the best way to learn is whatever works for YOU, and while finding those study techniques may take some trial and error, in the end, you will learn not only the subject you're being tutored in, but also more about yourself. I bet you'll find that you're better at that subject than you thought! No one is simply "bad" at...
Education & Certification
Saint Edward's University - Bachelors, Social Work, minor-French
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