Top AP US History Tutors serving Santa Barbara
Kevin: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...to attending college, I graduated from the West Windsor Plainsboro School District, so I understand how stressful and competitive academics can be in and around this area. I tutor several subjects though I am strongest in the humanities particularly in preparation for the AP European/American History exams as well as the AP American Government/Comparative Politics exams. I also offer ACT/SAT Writing, ACT/SAT Reading, SAT Verbal and ACT English tutoring. My approach to tutoring is centered...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
Diptesh: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...have been passionate about education since high school and have been teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my...
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New York University - Bachelor of Science, Global Public Health & Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Samantha: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...Science and Legal Studies this spring. In the fall, I will begin attending law school at Northwestern Law. For many years, I tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, and I really enjoy helping students with...
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Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Mihir: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...and to achieve more than they thought they were capable of. Having recently graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a B.S. in Chemistry with Highest Distinction, I know that hard work and dedication to your education can pay great dividends. I have tutored students from middle school through college-level and had tremendous pleasure of helping over 50 students achieve their potential and dramatically improve their grades and test scores. Seeing the students I have worked...
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Current Undergrad, Chemistry - Biochemistry Track
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Tessa: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...to bring students toward their lightbulb moments not by repeating facts until they're drilled in, but by helping my students understand precisely why the laws of science, the rules of grammar, and the events of history are the way they are, and by lifting the curtain on the intricacies of the subject matter. I believe that learning is, and ought to be, for its own sake. Math and philosophy, and their nuanced interactions, are my...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and History
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Alyssa: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...do so! That being said, I enjoy working with all ages and as I am a Liberal Arts person at heart, my favorite academic subjects are psychology, history, and any English class that gives me an excuse to reread a Jane Austen novel. Though I do not promise to know all the answers, I can guarantee that I will do my best to help students know where and how to find them. I believe that...
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Texas A & M University-College Station - Bachelors, Psychology
Texas State University-San Marcos - Current Grad Student, School Psychology
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 33
Rachel: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...groups of students through the AVID system. At the same time, I also tutored an individual who was failing four out of his five core classes. In three classes he had less than a 40%, and was in danger of dropping out of school. After four weeks of tutoring, he was passing all his classes. He graduated on time the following year and now attends community college. I'm a great tutor because I have a...
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James Madison University - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 710
Marvin: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...while working on finishing my teacher license this academic year from calumet college, St. Joseph. My undergraduate degree is in Economics from the University of Chicago, and I did a lot of statistics, too! I like having kids how to read, write, and do math. Because I loved doing those in school, and I'll be teaching that this up coming school year. To have a struggling reader all of a sudden love reading and attack...
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The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 710
Isabella: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
I am determined to teaching everyone in the way they learn best, not just one way.
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Greg: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...succeed. I have a Masters of Science in Teaching Childhood Education and Special Education, and a background in Political Science and History. I was a teacher for two years in the New York City Department of Education, and over those two years I helped my students attain an average reading growth of 1.5 years/year for each student, and an average math level proficiency growth of 1.3 years/year per student. I have experience teaching students with...
Education & Certification
Emory University - Bachelors, Political Science/History
Fordham University - Masters, Masters of Science in Teaching
Katie: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...to become involved with my community. I recently took the GREs and was admitted to UW's Master's of Social Work program, so the stress and anxiety of standardized test taking 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...
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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
Evan: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...willingness to help, and careful attention to helping each student learn in their own way. I hold myself to a high standard and am constantly seeking to improve as an educator. I welcome all feedback and will tailor my sessions to meet your needs, whether that be preparing for exams, working through current homework, or reviewing concepts in general. I look forward to hearing from you and helping you succeed as an independent learner!... The principal...
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Centre College - Bachelor of Science, Physics/Chemistry
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Molly: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...help build a foundation that allows him or her to find success on their own in future units of study. In each lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative activities, etc. - to ensure (1) a deep understanding of academic content and (2) an engaging, fun, authentic interaction with each subject area. Likewise, as a Teacher and Tutor, I focus on problem solving; developing real, concrete skills and strategies...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Elena: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...and have tutored and taught most subjects, I have realized that Standardized Test preparation is one of the most important steps in your education. With the right mentality and training, those tests can be an easy stepping-stone into the college of your dreams. I love learning and teaching and strongly believe that everyone deserves a world-class education, and I hope to be able to instill that desire in my students. In my spare time, when...
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Southern Methodist University - Master of Arts, Art History
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 31
Gus: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...tutoring my favorite subjects, including History (obviously), Biology (I used to want to be a doctor), Spanish (I went to Costa Rica to learn about being a doctor), and the SAT (okay, maybe *favorite* is a stretch). I also teach chess, but that's more of a hobby. I also enjoy reading, creative writing, and perfecting the poached egg (the key is vinegar). In my spare time I act, perform improv, and think about how great...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Math: 740
SAT Writing: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Patrick: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...Let me help you ace the verbal section of your standardized test. Critical reading sections can be tough if you aren't prepared for them! I scored in the top 98% on the verbal section of the GRE, and want to share my expertise with you. Don't be intimidated by the vocab and critical reading sections of standardized tests. With my techniques, anyone can confidently get the score they need on the SAT or GRE. In...
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Texas A & M University-College Station - Bachelors, History
University of Houston - Masters, History
SAT Writing: 720
Lear: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...That's why I love being a tutor! I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2015 with degrees in Economics and Political Science. I spent most of 2015-2016 travelling around the world. I have been to over twenty countries and four continents. My goal is to visit as many as I can! I am willing to tutor a variety of subjects to a variety of students. This includes test prep for both ACT/SAT and LSAT!
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Economics, Political Science
Columbia Law School - Current Grad Student, J.D.
LSAT: 172
Hannah: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...sums up why I decided to go into education. My passions are education policy, educational equity, and most importantly, students. I'm currently a high school Spanish teacher in Baltimore City and I have been tutoring or teaching for nearly 7 years: 3.5 years of tutoring elementary students during undergrad and 3 years of teaching high school. I earned my BA in International Studies and Spanish and my MS in Education, both from Johns Hopkins University....
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Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies/Spanish
Johns Hopkins University - Master of Science, Education
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 710
Leonard: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...professional and volunteer capacities for nearly 10 years and have taught students ranging in age from second and third grade through college. I have classroom teaching experience as well and can adapt to both group and individual settings. I have taught students of all abilities in a wide variety of subjects. There is no confusion too small or problem too complicated that I cannot help with if not solve. I am exceptionally dedicated to my...
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Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Math
Shira: Santa Barbara AP US History tutor
Certified AP US History Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...in biochemistry. I'm passionate about science, discovery, and teaching, which is why I am pursuing both research and tutoring. I am also an avid reader, writer, and learner. I have over 5 years of experience working with students from the junior high to collegiate level and would love to use my experience and expertise to help students master new concepts and skills. I would characterize my tutoring style as positive and persistent, but above all,...
Education & Certification
Brandeis University - Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
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