Hana Yousufzai
Meet Hana Yousufzai - Expert History, Social Sciences, and English Tutor
Hana brings a professional background in curriculum development and direct classroom experience to help students build skills and confidence in their studies. With a Master's in Education from George Mason University and experience as an AVID tutor and teacher, Yousufzai specializes in using small-group discussions and skill-based learning to help students master complex topics in history, civics, and English.
Areas of Expertise:
History & Social Sciences (Secondary Level): Holds a Praxis certification (5081) and a degree focused on Social Sciences for Secondary Education. Experienced in leading content reviews.
Civics: Currently serves as an EL (English Learner) Civics Teacher.
English: Experienced in teaching mini-lessons, leading content reviews, and tutoring students in English.
Math & Science Support: Provided small-group tutoring on Math and Science topics as an AVID tutor.
English Learner (EL) Student Support: Direct experience as a Civics teacher for English Learners.
Bilingual Support: Native proficiency in English, Urdu, and Hindi.
Teaching Philosophy:
"My experience as an AVID Tutor taught me the value of interactive learning, where I led small group discussions and coordinated simulations and skill-based learning. I believe in applying proven classroom management techniques to ensure a focused, productive session. My goal is to support students across the curriculum by fostering deeper content review and critical thinking in core subjects."
What Makes Hana Special:
Advanced Education: Holds a Master's in Education and Curriculum Development from George Mason University, providing a strong foundation in teaching strategies.
Current Classroom Experience: Actively teaches as an EL (English Learner) Civics Teacher, bringing relevant, real-world classroom techniques to every session.
Certified & Qualified: Is professionally certified with the Praxis Social Studies (5081) and the Virginia Communications and Literacy Assessment (VCLA).
Cross-Curricular Support: Experienced as an AVID Tutor leading small group discussions and providing support across four core subjects: Math, Science, History, and English.
Skill-Based & Engaging Methods: Specializes in coordinating simulations and skill-based learning, moving beyond lectures to ensure students actively engage with the material.
Trilingual Proficiency: Offers native-level proficiency in English, Urdu, and Hindi, allowing for clear communication with a diverse range of students and families.
Education & Achievements:
Master's in Education and Curriculum Development, George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Studies (Concentration in Social Sciences for Secondary Education), George Mason University
Associates in Social Sciences, Northern Virginia Community College
Praxis Social Studies (5081) Certification
Virginia Communications and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) Certification
EL (English Learner) Civics Teacher