Christopher P.

• Knoxville, TN 37918 ( 30.8 mi )
• Expert Sociology Tutor

• Male Age 46
• Member since: 12/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $18 to $25 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Sociology

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Sociology is one of my top subjects! I have served as a tutor for introduction to sociology, social statistics, social theory, and a range of specified topics including but not limited to race/ethnic relations, marriage and family, gender/sexuality,urban sociology, wealth/power/inequality, and aging. I have primarily tutored to athletes and my strengths are being able to make these subjects both undertsandable and enjoyable.

I believe that anyone can come to undertsand the underlying value of Sociology and can make the subject of Sociology enjoyable. While most professors do not require that a student enjoy what they learn, it is my personal belief that finding a personal connection to the subject matter allows the student to better learn, remember, and translate the material into an A in the classroom. I have helped the most reluctant of student athletes pass social statistics... I have no doubt I can help you as well.
I am currently finishing my Ph.D. in Sociology at Georgia State University, in the dissertation stage. I have been a lead graduate researcher for two years prior to beginning my dissertation. I have also been an athletic tutor for the past three years. Throughout my career I have helped all of my students to secure passing grades in theor classes, regardless of level of difficulty. Whil ... read more

Heather R.

• Powell, TN 37849 ( 27.6 mi )
• Sociology Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Psychology, Life Science, Earth Science, Biology

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As a special education teacher, I have a passion for students who have more specific challenges or needs related to the learning process. Thus, I am an advocate for differentiated instruction and have experience meeting the challenges of these students. My delivery has provided multi-modal instruction to students with special needs both individually and within classroom settings. Students’ disabilities ranged from severe to mild. Support was provided in both small groups and in team taught classrooms. I have experience teaching and tutoring students in Language Arts, Literature, Social Studies, and Math based on students’ abilities.
I have a comprehensive background in both early childhood, elementary, and secondary schools. As a special education teacher, I am familiar with a vast range of student needs and current research-based practices to be used within the classroom. T ... read more

Cathy K.

• Knoxville, TN 37912 ( 31.2 mi )
• Sociology Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $44.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Psychology, Life Science, Earth Science, Biology, Anatomy

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I love teaching both school-age students and adults. I believe the three most important qualities a teacher can bring to a student are expert skills in the areas being taught, patience, and optimism. I truly believe all students can learn, and I provide a safe atmosphere that encourages risk-taking (the willingess to make mistakes for the benefit of learning), exploration and expansion of background knowledge, and the progressive acquisition of new material. With guidance, a student can construct knowledge and own it. This is far more important and complex than just imparting information. A good teacher can make all the difference in the success of a student.
My backgrounds in special education (BS), adult GED preparation, and nursing (AAS - RN) have helped me develop into a patient, skilled, and compassionate teacher/tutor. I have a strong instructional foundation in basic math, p ... read more

Candice J.

• Knoxville, TN 37914 ( 34.6 mi )
• Sociology Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $46.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Physics, Organic Chemistry, Marine Biology, Life Science, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology

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Since a child, I have always been curious of the world around me. My interests culminated with the completion of two degrees in the natural sciences. I consider myself a true inter-disciplinarian, supplementing both my degrees with courses in applied sciences, economics and the arts, to improve my understanding of the connections between science and the world. I also believe this is the reason I have purposed myself as a mentor or instructor for much of my life. I find a true fascination with everyday phenomenon, and enjoying sharing that meaning with others. I have been able to do this through instruction as a public school science teacher, a private school science and math teacher, and many years of teaching at an equestrian academy.
I find that there is something fascinating that we encounter on a daily basis. I enjoy bringing those events to light, and fostering student interes ... read more

Jason W.

• Knoxville, TN 37914 ( 34.7 mi )
• Sociology Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Psychology

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The teaching style that brings the best success I've found is centered on two points. First of all, it is based on listening, which means getting the student to talk. Eventually, with guidance, I aim to get them the ability to talk through and solve any problem. The second major technique I like to use is analogies. Even complicated subjects can be simplified into their core components which are easy to understand if taught as an analogy to something more familiar in daily life. Just as the Bible uses parables or employers use phrases from team sports to explain team roles, I find lots of success by using analogies.
My specialty is reading, writing and research. I have a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas, where I studied government, law and economics. I believe most students can learn or solve any problem by talking it through, which is often easier and mor ... read more

Angelia J.

• Knoxville, TN 37920 ( 35.7 mi )
• Sociology Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Psychology, Biology, Anatomy

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During my college years, while earning a degree in journalism, I tutored college-level English composition; this is when I first discovered the joy of helping someone learn something and “seeing the light come on” for them. I have spent the last twenty years of my professional career in not-for-profit work, almost entirely devoted to programs involving mentoring children. I believe that success in academics is the foundation for success in other areas in life for children and young people. I am a skilled writer and editor, but more importantly, I understand the importance of helping someone find their own skills and gifts; everyone has the potential to shape their own learning style, if given the direction and support to do so.
We are all individuals and as such will have our own, unique styles of learning. My job as a tutor/mentor/teacher is to uncover that and foster the ... read more