Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Syracuse, NY

...standardized tests as well as tackling the college application process from list creation to creating a compelling and engaging essay. My educational background includes an undergraduate degree from Princeton University in English and a graduate degree from Tufts University in Secondary English Education. My post-graduate studies have included a Fulbright fellowship at the American Academy in Rome in archaeology, National Endowment for the Humanities seminars on the political philosophy of Hannah Arendt and Geoffrey Chaucer's...

...tutoring can be an essential component of anyone's education. Having a personal, one-on-one mentor to guide you through subject material is a factor that can prove to be a difference maker in achieving at the highest level. From my experience in undergrad at Cornell University to the many test-prep classes I have taken, I feel that I am knowledgeable in science subjects and mathematics and have developed strategies to best apply these techniques to standardized...

...is Karlin. I am an experienced tutor and education support professional. I am open to students of all backgrounds, and I have mostly worked with undergraduate students. I have a significant educational background in all Social Sciences, Anatomy, Exercise Science and Nutrition. My desire is to help students successfully grow and truly learn what they need to proper. I have the experience, education and the desire to help you achieve academic excellence and grow as...

I am a senior at Oswego State University who specializes in history tutoring. I am also proficient in English/Essay writing, beginning Spanish, and algebra. I have a relaxed personality that gives the student a comfortable environment and eases the pressures of their school work. ... Verbal quizzes, small paragraph summaries explaining what the student read, and practice problems.

I am currently in law school and completing a masters degree in international relations. I hold an undergraduate degree in finance, and have previously worked designing new financial products. I believe in teaching with real world concepts that students can relate to, so the material can be learned for more than just passing a test.... Cater to the learning style of the individual.... Determine our goals, what success means to us, and try to figure out...

...from SUNY Oswego with my Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a minor in Logic. I've always found enjoyment from helping others, whether it's course work or simply giving advice. While I attended SUNY Oswego, I tutored other students in a wide range of computer science courses, logic, chemistry and my personal favorite, math! I understand math doesn't spark joy in many people, my passion comes from knowing there is always a solution to...

I have taught grades K - 12, as well as online college courses and in-class courses. I am very eager to help students succeed in their educational pursuits because an education is very personal - it's all yours - nobody can take it away from you. Knowledge is very powerful. Let's learn and grow together!

I am a recent graduate of Binghamton University, where I majored in Philosophy, Politics, and Law. I am incredibly passionate about politics, history, English, and writing, and I enjoy working with young people of all ages. I am a people person who finds great fulfillment in helping students reach their highest potential. I hope to help each student I work with cultivate a greater curiosity for and love of learning

...am a graduate of Binghamton University. I received my Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Spanish Language; Literature and Philosophy Politics; Law. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively throughout Latin America and Europe. I also spent time teaching English in Costa Rica and Argentina (I am a certified ESL instructor). While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish, ESL, and Writing. I am a firm proponent of...

I am a finance and accounting professional at a Fortune 100 firm with an MBA and currently pursuing the CMA. My teaching method would absolutely vary depending on the student. Visual learners need different kind of help than non-visual. For visual learners, I would try to paint a picture of the problem or formula so it is easier for them to understand. For non-visual, I can stick more with formulas, numbers, and memorization. ... To get...

I received degrees from Syracuse University, S.I Newhouse School of Communications Television, Film, and Radio M.A (2017) and University of California Santa Barbara Film and Media Studies B.A (2016). I am a documentary filmmaker with a passion for helping others learn and grow. ... As a student-parent, I have faced many hurdles throughout my education. However, I believe you can truly conquer any obstacle you are faced with. I want to help students overcome their difficulties...

...the improvements first-hand and it elated me to see them succeed. I have been a 'trainer' in every career I've had. This has increased my skill in demonstrating procedural activities as well as offering multiple alternatives to obtain the same result, and establishing a more efficient way to deliver training information. My passion is mainly Biology and Chemistry, but I enjoy assisting in the understanding of a variety of topics and am more than willing...

...my BS in Mechanical Engineering from Binghamton University. After doing an internship at NASA I discovered that I wanted to impact lives more personally and so decided to follow another life-long passion of mine - teaching math. I earned my NJ teacher's license in Mathematics and stepped into the high school classroom for nearly a decade specializing in Geometry, special education and test prep. I then ran a math-only learning center which allowed me to...

...a rising sophomore at Georgetown University studying International Politics and Spanish. In college, I am very involved with Model United Nations, a Bollywood-Fusion dance team, and a social venture called Project Olas. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about history, Spanish, geography, and writing (especially editing college essays!). I have years of experience tutoring students in Spanish and helping refugee children/teenagers with their homework after school. I am passionate...

...my bachelor's degree in Huminites/English from Columbia College in MO. I retired after 25 years working as a Teaching Assistant in the Syracuse City School District. I have worked with all grade levels from PreK to 12. The last 7 years involved a lot of interventions in reading and writing. The last two years were in middle school as a reading specialist. In addition, I have worked with special education students in small groups and...

...been working with Varsity Tutors for over six months and have enjoyed working with children 2nd - 5th grade. I enjoy tutoring Math and Reading. I have figured out a way to combine reading and math by introducing passages or readings that involve word problems. I like to make learning fun and getting to know each child's uniqueness. I have been teaching for over 30 years. I earned my BS degree in Physical Fitness and...

...dedicated, and committed to professionalism. I am enthusiastic, knowledge-seeking learner, eager to meet challenges and assimilate new concepts. In my previous tutoring experiences, I have found gratitude in watching students grow with my help. I am ultimately satisfied with the fact that I am making a difference in a students education one step at a time by watching them advance eagerly through different assignments and tasks. For example, I worked with a male student at...

...education was completed at Bowling Green State University in Ohio. There, I majored in Women and Family Themes with a minor in Psychology. Since then, I have taught in a variety of educational settings. Currently, I homeschool my three children, ages 9 through 14. I also tutor English as a second language students through and online platform. On occasion, I substitute teach in the local public and private schools. I have taught nature immersion students...

...15 years of classroom teaching experience ranging from 1st grade to 12th grade. Working with a variety of students over the years has really helped me develop the necessary skills to be an excellent tutor. I know the great benefits that one on one instruction provides to a student. It is exciting to play such a role in a young person's education. I believe strongly in the power of education. Ideally, tutoring does not just...

...passionate about teaching. I have an Ivy League education and a law degree, but I have chosen to be an educator. I have taught High School Social Studies classes and SAT-prep courses. With tutoring, I will find out what's best for you. Obviously, there is some presentation of information that is necessary. But I believe in interacting with students. If the student does not "play around" with the material, he/she will not retain it. I...