Experience Summary
I was the valedictorian of my graduating class at the University of Richmond, and I have since been accepted to several of the top PhD programs for History in the United States. Before commencing my graduate studies this coming fall, however, I hope to pursue my passion for making a difference in students' academic lives. In both high school and college, in both individual and group settings, I have tutored in a wide variety of subjects. My students' academic performance has improved considerably after working with me, and I believe that my successes as a tutor have derived from my deep desire to impart my knowledge and my study skills to others.
Teaching Style
I believe that the best tutors are those who do not merely strive to dispense knowledge, but, rather, work to establish a dialogue with their students. Once this dialogue is established, the student becomes an active participant in the learning process; the student no longer receives knowledge passively, but begins instead to ask incisive questions that spur the learning process and inspire self confidence. The best students are those who know how to ask the right questions, and through constant encouragement and by cultivating expansive discussions, I enable my pupils to develop as independent and thoughtful learners.