Sorcha H.
- Lawrence, KS 66046 ( 24.7 mi )
- Experienced Social Studies Tutor
- Female Age 51
- Member Since: 10/2013
- Will travel up to 20 miles
- Rates from $30.00 to $50.00 /hr
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On-line
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- Also Tutors: World History, Geography
My comments on tutoring Social Studies : My Master's Degree was in Film Theory and my final year thesis focused specifically on racism in a post-colonial context. I specialized in studying how Ireland's ethnic and semi-nomadic minority, the "Tinkers" or "Travelers" as they are not called, were represented in a variety of Irish films about land ownership. I have also worked extensively with social issues in the USA, mainly as the assistant director of a court-based volunteer advocacy program for children in foster care.
Creative teaching style, pulling on a variety of influences from my own schooling in Ireland; and as a freelance instructor with KU's Continuing Education "Osher" program. Over five years' experience working with children, teens and retired professionals. Strong track record incorporating arts-based teaching mechanisms to facilitate learning, particularly for students who study with reading, writing and comprehension. Extensive experience as a substitution teacher in Ireland, covering History, English Literature and Geography lessons.
Extensive experience as a freelance educator in variety of school and arts-based settings
Taught English-as-a-Second-Language in Madrid, Spain for two years as third-level student
Former Youth & Family Outreach Coordinator for University of Kansas' Spencer Museum of Art
Former Assistant Director with Douglas County District Court "Child-in-Need-of- ... read more