Top AP US History Tutors serving Philadelphia

Kevin: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...it down into small parts. For example, things like Advanced Placement tests and standardized tests when viewed as a whole can seem like daunting tasks which require lots of higher order reading, writing, and thinking skills. However, when they are approached question by question and broken down into series of basic tasks, they become much more manageable. In my spare time I enjoy reading, particularly nonfiction books on the areas I tutor in such as...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430

Jeff: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...at several of Philadelphia's magnet schools, including Franklin Learning Center, Lankanau High School and William Bodine High School for International Affairs. While at Bodine, I developed the curriculum for and taught the SAT Prep course. That year, the school achieved the highest scores on the PSSA English test in the its history. During my career I have taught English, Creative Writing, African American Literature, Filmmaking, Introduction to Communications, Journalism, World History, American History and African...
Education & Certification
Ithaca College - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
University of Pennsylvania - Masters in Education, Secondary English/Social Studies Education

Ashley: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...comfortable tutoring younger students. My strengths as an educator lie in my passion for both the subject matter and the desire to see students directly benefit from true comprehension and understanding. To me, history and social studies are important only in the context of what they teach us about how events and culture shape the world in which we currently live. A history class cannot be taught in isolation - it must be made relevant...
Education & Certification
Penn State University - University Park - Bachelors, Classics, Religious Studies
Temple University - Masters, Secondary Education - Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Writing: 710
Jenna: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...experience as an educator by living in Guatemala teaching and tutoring Guatemalan students in English. Though I enjoy tutoring a range of subject, my love of language and desire to learn a third one has given me a special passion for working with students studying Spanish as well as working on English assignments, from literature to essay editing and grammar. This lifelong learner attitude gives me an eagerness to learn from my students, both from...
Education & Certification
Eastern University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Political Science

Shay: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I am an undergraduate at the University of Pennsylvania with a passion for independent learning and over 300 hours of tutoring experience for local organizations.... Answers are secondary to process mastery. Teach a student to answer, and they will complete an assignment. Teach a student to think critically, and they will thrive for a lifetime.
Education & Certification
The University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Political Science, Environmental Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31

Jessica: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...friendly, thoughtful, capable tutor with a real passion for learning. I studied English Literature in undergraduate (DePauw University) and graduate school (Indiana University), and plan to continue studies towards a PhD in literature in the next few years. I have been a writing tutor and instructor, and have also helped students with reading comprehension in a wide variety of subjects. My hope is to leave students feeling smarter than they did before they came to...
Education & Certification
DePauw University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Indiana University-Bloomington - Master of Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 710
GRE: 312

Michael: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...to having taught numerous United States, African American, Western, and World History courses, I have also taught College Composition and College Success. I also have previous tutoring experience, including adult literacy tutoring with Literacy Volunteers of America. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, including History, English, Reading, standardized test prep, and Student Success, but probably my favorite tasks as a tutor are helping students in History, English, and other humanities fields work on essays...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Master of Arts, History

Clifton: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...both current and interesting to students. I have yet to meet a student who I haven't been able to help in some way and I will never stop trying to help a student succeed. If my methods aren't the most effective, then I will find new ways to ensure that the sessions are productive and that the students goals are met. I am a laid back person who likes to make the sessions easygoing and...
Education & Certification
Tulane University of Louisiana - Unknown, Legal Studies/History
Eastern University - Masters in Education, Multicultural Education

Rory: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...for helping students succeed. I look forward to working with your son or daughter! A little bit about myself, I hold a B.A. in History and International Relations from Saint Josephs University. I am a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society, the Phi Alpha Theta history honors society, and the Sigma Iota Rho International Studies honors society. I am from upstate New York (Albany area). I am an avid Yankees, Football Giants, Knicks,...
Education & Certification
Saint Joseph's University - Bachelors, History & International Relations
Villanova University - Masters, Church Management
Ilyssa: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...create a home within us and they're important as they open up spaces for us as human beings to wrestle with the world around us. As an educator, I constantly reflect on the intrinsic power of words and how I can hold space for you as you contemplate these meaning-based questions on the page. My education has provided me with the interdisciplinary background, which I consider to be crucial for all teachers and fellow creatives....
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Communication, General

Matthew: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...SAT Reading and Verbal sections. I am a recent graduate of Cornell University and I received a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Labor Relations with a minor in Law and Society. Before deciding to be a full-time tutor ahead of starting law school in the fall, I was a management consultant helping Fortune 500 companies find solutions to their toughest problems. My tutoring style emphasizes the fact that each student learns differently, so I...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Labor and Industrial Relations
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 740

Mitzy: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...strive to tailor my tutoring methods to fit each individual's needs, fostering a supportive and encouraging environment that helps students build confidence and achieve their best. In terms of formal education, I hold a degree in Psychology from Florida International University and I am continuously expanding my knowledge to stay current with educational practices and subject matter. This commitment to lifelong learning enriches my ability to teach and connect with students on multiple levels. While...
Education & Certification
Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Zachary : Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...together in a comfortable learning environment that helps students get questions answered, improve study habits, and understand concepts. I have an Associates Degree from RCGC in Liberal Arts, and am graduating from Rowan University in June with a Bachelors in History and a Bachelors in Education. I am highly motivated to help students in organization, studying strategies, time management, history, current affairs, essay editing, and many more. I look forward to helping students become more...
Education & Certification
Rowan University - Bachelor of Education, History Teacher Education

Rachel: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...to focus my high school tutoring on writing and critical analysis skills, and I worked one-on-one with some of my college students. I developed a system that focuses on developing reading comprehension, organized writing, and analytical thinking. These skills enable you to succeed on standardized tests like the SAT, but also in English and humanities classes. This is also what I use to prepare students for the PSAT. Trust me, it works! Not only did...
Education & Certification
Touro College - Bachelors, History
Fordham University - Master of Arts, History
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 760
LSAT: 171

Jackson: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and have a lot of experience in tutoring for AP and SAT tests. My basic outlook on education is that 1. Everyone is intelligent and capable of learning 2. People have diverse interests and passions 3. Everyone learns in a unique way. If we spend our time following our passions and figuring out what learning style works best for us, than our education can be transformative. One of the primary problems of our education system...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Environmental Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800

Kathryn: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
Hi! I'm Katie, and I'm a certified social studies teacher in Maryland and Pennsylvania. I taught 8th grade U.S. history in Maryland for a year, 9th grade world history and AP Government in Philadelphia for a year, and am currently teaching 12th grade ELA in Philadelphia.
Education & Certification
Washington College - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Education

Hannah: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...a Sunday school class at my church and nearly ten years of babysitting experience. While I tutor in a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about reading, writing, and history. I am currently the editor of Temple's online literary magazine and the Kelly Writers House Junior Fellow, a position through which I have created and curated several literary events. In my spare time, I enjoy creative writing, reading, yoga, concerts and movies, and...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, History
Temple University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 800

Alex: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...from the University of Notre Dame in 2015 with a bachelor's degree in Political Science. After graduation I then completed a Pre-Health Specialized Studies Post Bacc Program at the University of Pennsylvania with plans to ultimately attend medical school. During my time at Notre Dame I spent 2 years tutoring students through College Mentors for Kids. Although I am confident working with all subjects, I am particularly comfortable tutoring in math, reading, physics, and standardized...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
GRE Verbal: 165
William: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology and Environmental Science. Beyond tutoring science courses like biology and chemistry, I also tutor math. My experience, and success, taking AP exams, the SAT, the GRE, and LSAT also makes me a qualified standardized test tutor. In college I was a teaching assistant in a Vertebrate Biology laboratory course. I'm interested tutoring because I love helping people learn, grow, and become confident in themselves. Beyond the classroom...
Education & Certification
College of William and Mary - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
LSAT: 170
GRE Quantitative: 166
GRE Verbal: 163

Rebecca: Philadelphia AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Social Science, and a MA in Education with a focus on curriculum and instruction; my thesis focused on the impact of humor on learning and the learning environment. Over the last decade I have taught within the humanities(grades 6-12). I have a passion for cultivating important skills like, writing, presentation, debate, organization, time management, and study skills. Additionally, I have taught international, ESL, and students with various learning differences like dyslexia and ADHD.
Education & Certification
California State University-Northridge - Bachelor in Arts, History
Notre Dame de Namur University - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
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