Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Louisville, KY

...League (FLL) and Jr. FLL teams. I tutor a variety of subjects, but I especially enjoy working on my two passions: Math and physics. When tutoring, my goal is not only to help the student learn the specific material but to further develop their critical thinking skills and appreciation of the subject which will aid them in future studies as well. In my spare time I enjoy reading, programming, playing chess, and gymnastics.

I have always enjoyed working with students, both as a teacher and a longtime coach. I am versed in a variety of subjects, having majored in English as an undergraduate student before working as a newspaper editor, then receiving my Master's in Business Administration this year. I have also taught science at the middle school level, and am fond of math as well. I enjoy interacting with students, and gain satisfaction from working with them...

...teach while supervising and advising 5-6 other TAs teaching the same course. Beyond my university experience, I've worked as a math, science, test prep, and history tutor for over 1000 hours through various companies and independently. I excel in working with small groups or one-on-one, and I've received overwhelmingly positive reviews from my students for my attitude, patience, willingness to help, and careful attention to helping each student learn in their own way. I hold...

My professional mission is to cultivate a successful new generation of students who will utilize their educated capabilities to better their communities, countries, and world. I aim to not only educate students but engage them as well. I hope to serve the position as a role-model for my students, hoping to fulfill the role where some students may find theirs vacant.

I'm a 53 yr. old African American woman who lives in Louisville, Kentucky. I graduated from Jefferson County Public Schools, with a high school diploma in May of 1989.' I come from a very large family, and I'm very proud of them all!!! Family was designed to support one another during ruff times that occur in a person's life. My family has been that...

...modern political culture in the British Atlantic world. I also have experience teaching in the Humanities. I have taught courses as varied as American Culture and World Literature to Celtic & Norse Mythology. I very much believe in an interdisciplinary approach to understanding any subject and often employ a variety of methodologies in the classroom. I am also fond of employing unorthodox teaching methodologies, including roleplaying, crisis simulations, and games. My teaching philosophy is based,...

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...I travel and compete with Vanderbilt's Model UN team and volunteer tutor ESL to a local refugee weekly. I believe education is the key to building a future, and see myself more as a facilitator and mentor rather than teacher. While classes keep me busy, I still enjoy yoga, the gym, hiking, and even video games. I look forward to working with students to ensure they can reach their full potential however they may need!

...also currently a tutor at Davis and work in the library as a librarian's assistant. I run an ESL group for college students and young adults and have also learned a lot from that. I want to help others thrive in their education and to learn in whatever way is best for them. We are all so different but we can learn to use those differences to our advantage rather than our disadvantage. I hope...

I am currently a senior at the University of Kentucky studying international studies, focusing on Chinese language and comparative politics. I also attended Shanghai University for an accelerated Chinese language program. I currently tutor subjects ranging from Mandarin 1 and 2, ACT reading and English prep, and high school and college level history courses. I'm a history nerd, and it is my favorite subject to tutor. Outside of academia, I enjoy running, cycling, and reading.

...Science in Neuroscience. I have spent time tutoring 1-on-1 for standardized exams, especially the ACT, as well as in a classroom setting for Anatomy courses and English as a Second Language courses. I love working with individuals to help them prepare for a big test, especially being able to work through math and science problems in a timed environment. I believe every student can succeed in standardized tests with the proper preparation.

...subject. In this way, my students learn not only for the immediate need, but for long term growth, as well. I have always enjoyed tests and love helping students learn to love them as well. I believe that any student can overcome anxiety and mental blocks on particular subjects when the tutor is adaptive to their needs. I'm eager to teach students how to make connections and understand any part of the world they need!

A recent graduate of the University of Wisconsin in English and Philosophy and currently pursuing an MAT at the University of Louisville. Inspired by a lifelong love of knowledge and learning, I endeavor to utilize my educational background to assist students and help them find their educational passions.

...as for a variety of local clients. In addition, I have also contributed over twenty articles to Louisville.com. I received my BFA in Visual Communications from Ball State University, where I also acquired a strong set of photography and image editing skills. I then completed my MA in Graphic Design at SCAD, where I am currently finalizing my thesis for an MFA in Writing via eLearning. As a member of the Louisville Kendo Club and...

...every side and I am confident that I can help students more and more with their situation and how to handle themselves accordingly. I'm passionate about education and seeing that the next generations get the same kind of education and experiences that I've had. Learning can be fun, based on who you are learning from. Teachers answer a specific calling for help, and if I can be of any help, I will.

...I explain step-by-step the concept(s) behind the question before explaining the steps to answering the question itself. Even for questions that my students answered correctly, I ask students to explain to me why their chosen answer choices are correct - and often they are unable to do so, which provides the opportunity to expand understanding. At the end of every tutoring session, I do a recap - categorizing the types of mistakes they made and...

...joy. I also love Social Studies because all the classes that fall under that category were some of my favorites when I was a student. My teaching philosophy and tutoring style is to motivate students by creating a learning environment tied to each individual student's interest and hobbies. I enjoy building a strong rapport with my students, so I can tailor our sessions for them. Outside of teaching and tutoring, I enjoy spending time with...

...at Norton Children's Hospital and as a Board Member at the Kentucky Science Center. With these roles, she was able to fund-raise and create opportunities for the community to come together. She was also an "activist" at Educational Justice, mentoring students from disadvantaged socioeconomic statuses. Aside from service, she was involved in scientific research, analyzing Type 1 Diabetes and potential cancer therapies. She was honored as a Kentucky Governor's Scholar for her achievement in academics....

...on. I came home and did a two-year grant working for one school district on a website called ELL Civics Link. When that grant was up, I took a job teaching Spanish at a school district that has a lot of Hispanics in Ky. I felt it was needed at that district. At different times over 11 years I was a Spanish teacher and an ESL Consulting teacher. When I felt the district was not...

...Math. I believe that these are essential to being able to grow as a learner and expand your knowledge in everything that you do in life. They are the foundation of ALL things that we do and will forever do! In my experience with students it is always best to come up with a gameplan together to know what will work for you and decide how we will tackle this challenge of the subject/content together!...