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13+ years
MaryAnn
I am a published author who has enjoyed “coaching” our daughter, as she navigated through high school, college and graduate school. I mentor college juniors who are seeking careers in financial services, and I serve as a peer resource to professionals who are transitioning from private industry to t...
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science, English, Psychology

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Nathan
I am currently a student at Rice University studying both History and Neuroscience. Being the oldest of five kids, working with younger students has always been a part of my life. I can tutor a wide variety of subjects, but I specialize in writing, public speaking, and test taking. My goal for every...
Rice University
Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am a current student at Cornell University with a 4.0 GPA. In High School, I was a National AP Scholar and a National Merit Finalist. I am passionate about helping students succeed, and I am patient and enjoy walking through multiple methods to help a student find what works best for them. I enjoy...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Michael
I'm now a few years removed from academia, I still consider myself an intellect at heart. Stints at New York University's Stern School of Business and Northwestern University have given me extensive scholastic training, and running my own private tutoring service throughout college as a means of mak...
Northwestern University
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Bethany
I am a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley and Duke University. I received my Bachelor's degree in History and my Master's degree in Religious Studies. Since graduation I have tutored students in American History and Biblical Hebrew, which were exceedingly rewarding experiences. I am ...
Duke University
Master of Arts, Religious Studies
University of California-Berkeley
Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor
14+ years
Claire
I am an experienced and dynamic language instructor with a background in literature, history, and math. I have taught students in Spanish, French, and English as a Second-Language, using highly visual and interactive techniques to engage students in the fun and challenge of learning a language. I ha...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor in Arts, Double Major: Spanish Literature; History

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Kristin
I am a current Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing accelerated student at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a BA in Biological Sciences and minor in Philosophy. I have always had a deep and lifelong l...
University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
University of Chicago
BA in Biological Sciences (minor in Philosophy)

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Jonathan
I am a recent graduate from The University of Chicago. I graduated with a degree in Political Science with much additional coursework in literature and philosophy. My favorite part about being a tutor is the moment of satisfaction that comes with seeing one of my students greatly improve after a lot...
The University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

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Paula
I am extremely passionate about academics and learning; the value of each was inculcated into me at a very young age. I tutor a variety of subjects largely because I have so many areas of interests and have been privileged enough to pursue knowledge in those areas. I even enjoy tucking away "useless...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ayako
I am a rising third-year student at Trinity College Dublin, and I am working towards a degree in English Literature. I have a lot of practical test-taking and study skills to offer, particularly in high school and middle school academics and standardized testing! I also consider myself a well-rounde...
Trinity College Dublin
Bachelor in Arts, English
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Solange
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I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campus); social sciences; and literature/writing. Hobbies: books, hiking, reading, music, writing, art
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I am a Stanford student from Maryland studying Political Science and Computer Science. I graduated from high school in 2015, where I was active as the captain of my high school sailing team, a section leader in the orchestra, and part of the STEM magnet program Project Lead the Way. I am currently taking some time off from school to be around family here in Massachusetts and while I will be taking a few classes, I have plenty of time and lots of flexibility. I am excited to work with middle and high school students in math, reading and writing, social studies, and computer science. In addition to taking classes and tutoring this fall I will be volunteering in after school programs with low income middle and elementary school students.
Bradley
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I am a social studies teacher. I have taught World History and Economics to 10th and 12th graders, as well as Global Studies to 8th graders. I was a graduate student at the University of Minnesota and obtained a Master's of Education in Social Studies Secondary Education (grades 5-12). I received my undergraduate degree in History in 2013 from Washington University in St. Louis.
Catherine
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I am a National Board Certified Teacher, an achievement considered the "black belt of teaching" I have 30 years of teaching and tutoring experience. I have taught Government and Economic classes ranging from AP to ELL level; Special Education Math and Language Arts; Algebra I and II; Literature; Written Expression; Language Arts; and interesting electives such as Psychology and Robotics! I have extensive experience teaching SAT prep and assessing SAT exams. My experiences in both rural areas metropolitan areas make me a well-rounded teacher. I have considerable experience in on-line tutoring and teaching. As an educator, I believe that every student has a unique learning style and that it is my responsibility to tap that style and help create a path to success. I look forward to adding new students to my teaching world. Hobbies: yoga, reading, music, art, books, writing
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Calculus Tutor • +34 Subjects
I am a graduate of Skidmore College. I received my Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude, in English with a minor in Art History. I also received departmental honors for my capstone paper. In January, I will begin my Master of Arts in Public Relations at Johns Hopkins University. I mostly tutor in the humanities and social sciences, and I am very passionate about the value of these subjects. I am also a qualified ESL teacher, and I would like to work with students who are looking to improve their English language skills! In my free time, I love to travel, read, attend theater performances, go on hikes, and play with my two dogs.
Ankit
AP Statistics Tutor • +48 Subjects
I am Ankit Jajoo. I am enrolled in Duke University Class of 2022 studying neuroscience and computer science. STEM is my number one passion, while history is my number one interest. Humanities and STEM not only coexist, but work together often in life. While STEM provides the foundation for the future, humanities contributes to how it is used to advance humanity as a whole. I love biology, chemistry, and computers. It is so cool to see how all these tiny minute parts of the world interact to create you, me, and everything we touch. On the other hand, history is cool to see how societies interacted to create the present world. The past is never separate from us, but always influencing everything from the various countries to cities to the tiny villages all over the world. The world is a combination of all of this and it is my passion to understand the world. Other than just about education and information, I love teaching other people about stuff. I enjoy teaching all my friends some stuff, in return they teach me other stuff. Contrary to popular opinion, teaching is a two way street. I've learned a tremendous amount from students and I hope they learned a similar amount from me. Tutoring students in a field I enjoy such as STEM or history is a dream come true.
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Alastair
Calculus Tutor • +32 Subjects
I am a rising sophomore at Columbia University in the City of New York, a member of the Ivy League, where I have compiled a track record of academic success across a variety of disciplines including my majors in History and Political Science. I currently maintain a 3.96 GPA, with especially strong success in social science related fields and English courses. I am living in our Writers House next year, a selective, competitive residential space for students interested in a career in writing. Hobbies: art, books, music, reading, writing
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Students often struggle with synthesizing broad historical narratives across centuries and continents—understanding how events in different regions connect and influence each other. Other common challenges include distinguishing between correlation and causation in historical events (e.g., whether industrialization caused imperialism or vice versa), analyzing primary source bias and perspective, and constructing evidence-based arguments that move beyond simple chronology. Many students also find it difficult to apply historical frameworks—like examining power structures, economic systems, or cultural exchange—rather than just memorizing dates and names.
Strong primary source analysis requires asking critical questions: Who created this document and why? What was their perspective or bias? What does it reveal about the time period, and what might it obscure? Tutors help students develop a systematic approach—examining context, intended audience, language choices, and what the source reveals about power dynamics or social attitudes. Rather than treating sources as simple "evidence," skilled analysis recognizes that primary sources are themselves historical artifacts that reflect the worldview of their creators, which is essential for understanding causation and historical complexity.
High school World History essays require more than summary—they demand a clear historical argument supported by specific evidence from multiple sources and perspectives. A strong essay presents a thesis that addresses causation or interpretation (not just "what happened"), uses specific examples from different time periods or regions to support claims, and acknowledges counterarguments or alternative interpretations. Tutors help students move beyond descriptive writing by teaching them to construct claims about why events happened, how they connected to larger patterns, and what their significance was—skills that distinguish strong analytical writing from basic recounting.
Comparative analysis—examining similarities and differences across time periods, regions, or societies—is central to World History but requires structured thinking. Rather than listing surface-level similarities, strong comparisons identify underlying patterns: How did different societies respond to similar challenges? What economic or cultural factors explain variations? What does comparison reveal about causation? Tutors teach students to use frameworks (like examining trade networks, power structures, religious influences, or technological adoption) that allow meaningful comparison rather than random observations, helping them see history as interconnected patterns rather than isolated events.
Periodization—dividing history into eras like "Medieval," "Renaissance," or "Modern"—shapes how we understand the past, but these divisions often reflect European perspectives and can obscure non-Western developments. For example, the "Dark Ages" label misrepresents medieval Europe, and dividing history into "pre-modern" and "modern" can minimize ongoing traditions in non-Western societies. Tutors help students recognize that periodization is a tool created by historians, not an objective fact, and that understanding multiple periodization schemes (European, Islamic, East Asian, African) reveals how perspective shapes historical narrative and interpretation.
Historical events rarely have single causes—the fall of empires, revolutions, or cultural shifts typically result from multiple interconnected factors (economic, political, environmental, ideological). Students often struggle to move beyond "X caused Y" to recognizing that causation is complex and sometimes debated among historians. Tutors help students practice identifying multiple contributing factors, distinguishing between immediate triggers and underlying conditions, and understanding that historians may reasonably disagree about which factors mattered most. This analytical skill is essential for moving beyond memorization to genuine historical thinking.
AP World History demands synthesis across 10,000 years of global history, pattern recognition across regions, and the ability to construct nuanced arguments under time pressure. Tutors help students master the exam's specific skills: analyzing sources for perspective and bias, comparing societies across time periods, identifying historical continuity and change, and writing thesis-driven essays with specific evidence. Beyond content review, tutors teach test-taking strategies for the document-based and long essay questions, help students recognize which historical patterns appear repeatedly (trade, migration, technological adoption, power structures), and build confidence in making historical arguments with incomplete information—a key AP skill.
Every historical source and narrative reflects the perspective of its creator—their time period, culture, social position, and beliefs. Recognizing bias means asking: Whose story is being told? Whose perspectives are missing? What assumptions underlie this interpretation? Tutors teach students to identify both explicit bias (a source that clearly advocates a position) and implicit bias (assumptions embedded in language, what's emphasized or omitted). Understanding that even modern textbooks reflect particular perspectives helps students develop critical thinking about history—recognizing that historical interpretation is ongoing, that multiple valid interpretations can coexist, and that understanding bias strengthens rather than weakens historical understanding.
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