Social Sciences Tutors in Pittsburgh, PA
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Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - BS, Elementary Education , North Carolina A & T State University - MS, Elementary Education
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It's refreshing to tutor children one-on-one or in a small group . Reading is my favorite thing to teach . It establishes a foundation for all other academic areas . When kids get the "light bulb," it's the best feeling for me and them . ? I've taught public, private,...
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Beloit College - Bachelors, Environmental Biology , University of Oregon School of Law - PHD, Law
Experience
I've had opportunities to study in Switzerland, Australia, and Scotland . As a law school student, I was able to tutor students in GRE preparation and serve as a TA in civil procedure courses . I enjoy tutoring a number of different subjects, but I excel in editing and...
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The King's College - BA, Politics, Philosophy, and Econ
Experience
Education, and striving for high?grades and test scores, is something I strongly believe in, as is the examined life being one well worth living.I am also a freelance writer . In my writing career, I have had essays and film reviews published in CT Magazine and The Atlantic ....
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University at Albany - BS, Human Biology , Tufts University School of Medicine - MS, Biomedical Science
Experience
While improving test scores is an important benchmark for success, I try to work with students on long-term success, not just short-term rewards . I want my students to understand?the whole academic picture, including reasoning and logic . I work with students with many...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - BS, Neuroscience
Experience
An enthusiasm about learning is infectious, I believe, and hope it rubs off on my students, or at least helps them master subjects that challenge them . I certainly look forward to this.Aside from studying, tutoring, and reading, I really enjoy hiking trails and spend lots of...
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University of Pittsburgh - BS, Health Information Management
Experience
That foundation allows for unlimited growth and potential in school and in one's career.I am a Health Information Management major, and junior, at?the University of Pittsburgh . Reading is one of my favorite things to do because I think it enriches one's life as much as a...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelors, History, Philosophy, English Literature
Experience
This is?a strength of mine .? I am able to help students figure out where their interests lie and how to tap into them in order to learn .? It has been my experience that students' interests include things which are not covered through traditional classroom instruction .? This...
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University of Pittsburgh - BS, Bioengineering
Experience
Out of all of the subjects, biology and math are my favorites to teach . This is because I like taking complex theories and reducing them down into ideas that my students can use in their everyday lives.I make use of analogies and since I am a visual leaner, I will use a lot...
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Penn State Main Campus - B.A., Speech and Rhetoric , University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - MSW, Social Work
Experience
They should become self-confident, balanced, and critical thinkers . Gaining knowledge is a secondary goal . I understand first hand some of the challenges with learning, as I dealt with the impact of ADHD growing up, and had to learn different techniques to work through all...
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Texas Christian University - Bachelors, Environmental Science
Experience
I then went on to the University of Pittsburgh where I earned my certificate to teach elementary education . I have 26 years of experience in education, including teaching special education at the elementary school level and running a child care business . I specialize in...
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University of Toledo - BA, Anthropology , University of Toledo - MA, Sociology
Experience
Outside of tutoring, I enjoy jogging, watching Netflix, and writing . I currently reside in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and specialize in teaching IB social and cultural anthropology classes, anthropology, social sciences, college essay writing and editing, English, essay...
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University of Rochester - Bachelors, Cell and Developmental Biology , Chatham University - Masters, Human Biology
Experience
I'm now looking forward to attending medical school . My experience as an educator includes tutoring on campus for chemistry and biology, and I've also served as a chemistry supplemental instructor . I understand that every student has their own unique learning style, and I...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Politics & Philosophy , Carnegie Mellon University - Master of Arts,...
Experience
I relocated to Cleveland, Ohio, to tackle new challenges in teaching . Over the past three years, I have taught classrooms across numerous grade levels, mainly in reading and writing, and have been successful at improving test scores and self-confidence . This past year I...
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Penn State University - BS, Kinesiology , Edinboro University of Pennsylvania - MS, Reading
Experience
I love working with students on these topics and I am frequently reminded of my position as a coach when doing so . Much like a coach, a teacher has to keep the big picture in mind and know the strengths and weaknesses of each 'player'. A good teacher also needs to plan the...