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Mosab
I am currently applying to medical school and enjoy powerlifting, grand strategy games, historical fiction, and chocolate.
Tufts University
Bachelors, International Relations and Arabic
Harvard University
Current Grad Student, Health Sciences

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Rachel
I am also experienced in teaching test preparation and test-taking strategies, resume and personal statement preparation, and leadership. Further, I am an experienced researcher and editor. I am an avid reader and a skilled writer. I aspire to help my students feel confident and positive about their...
Duke University
Bachelor in Arts

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Ben
I am an undergraduate student at the University of Pennsylvania. I have been tutoring for over 6 years now, and I have found it to be an extremely rewarding and enjoyable experience. I specialize in mathematics, particularly at the high school level, and I also have experience tutoring other subject...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Mathematics

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Dakota
I am a native Texan now living in NYC. I just finished my Master's degree, and I love food, reading, and travel. I've been working and volunteering as a tutor since my high school days, and I am eager to provide advanced-level assistance to you! I'm a friendly, approachable person who maintains a pr...
Vanderbilt University
Master's degree
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts

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Jean
I am a graduate of Duke University with a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American History. I recently received my Juris Doctor degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and began my career as an attorney. I am passionate about continuing my work in education through tutoring. I enjoy tu...
Duke University
Bachelor of Arts in Latin American History

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10+ years
Ezra
I'm not tutoring, I'm probably reading, listening to music, cooking desserts or shopping at a thrift store.
Reed College
Bachelors, Philosophy

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Lauren
I am a graduate of Northwestern University, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Education and Social Policy, as well as a second major in Gender Studies. Since graduation, I have traveled around the United States and Europe, and worked on political campaigns and immigration research. My tutor...
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science in Education and Social Policy; second major in Gender Studies

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I am able to tutor in multiple science subjects, standardized tests (SAT, ACT) and social sciences (public health, political science). I would be happy to help with any age. I help students by getting to know their background and understanding of the subject and helping them build upon that knowledg...
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Bachelor's

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Alex
I am also passionate about Texas Rangers baseball, and fill an inordinate amount of my free time with fantasy sports and statistical research on the sport.
Southern Methodist University
Bachelor of Science, Economics
Columbia College
Juris Doctor, Law

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David
I am working on. I used to lift weights fairly seriously, and I am trying to get back into it.
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English, Philosophy
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William
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I am a graduate of New York University???s undergraduate history program. My main focus was the cultural and intellectual history of WWII Japan. In my final summer at NYU I traveled to Japan where I studied Japanese, traditional music, and Wartime film.
Paige
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I am a licensed high school history teacher, but have worked with 2-year-olds, college undergraduates, and every age in between. I have previously tutored preschoolers through high schoolers in math and reading, and worked at a university in Santiago with Chilean undergraduates studying both English as a second language and the teaching of English. I am most passionate about teaching in the humanities, but find that working with students on any subject is fulfilling, including standardized test prep. Having lived abroad in Spain and Chile, I also know the importance of connecting classroom learning in Spanish to the actual experience of the language and am always excited to help Spanish come alive beyond conjugation worksheets. Regardless of subject, I strive to ensure that my students build the strategies and confidence they need to be capable, self-directed learners. My own interests include reading, camping and hiking, cooking, and rugby.
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Samantha
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I am well versed in both subject areas. My student evaluations were always very high, and I focused on making History fun and relevant to things happening today. I try to take history from boring facts to interesting connections that tell a story and explain why events come about. Hobbies: movies, books, writing, reading, music, art
Carmen
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I'm a very patient tutor and love to use fun games to engage students while making sure that they understand the material rather than just memorizing. I'm passionate about learning, but outside of academia I spend my free time traveling, cooking, and making art. In college, I was lucky enough to study in Abu Dhabi, Florence, and Buenos Aires, and enjoyed seeing more of the Middle East, Europe, and South America. Now that I'm sticking closer to New York City, I'm spending my time doing a lot of cooking and baking, and occasionally painting and drawing, in between exploring what the city has to offer.
Dustin
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I am a medievalist by training so any time we can bring up knights and castles is a bonus for me. I am also a competitive olympic-style archer. Hobbies: art, books, hiking, reading, music, writing
Justine
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I am a senior studying Film Production at Emerson College. Though I am pursuing a career in filmmaking, I am also passionate about education. I have volunteered extensively to tutor children through various programs. At the Rosedale Achievement Center in the Bronx, I worked one-on-one with a high school student and with a middle school student. I helped them understand their school work in subjects including English, French, Algebra, Chemistry, History and Religious Studies. I also volunteered with Free Arts NYC, through which I, along with a group of tutors, taught small groups of elementary and middle school students about various famous artists and art techniques, and lead them in art projects. I have also taught swimming lessons as a Water Safety Instructor for several years; I taught children from age 4 to age 15 at Brookhaven Country Day Camp and at the Fresh Air Fund. These lessons taught me how to break down complex concepts to make them simple to understand. Furthermore, I am passionate about writing. I understand structure, conventions, and grammar of both academic and fiction writing, and I enjoy helping others improve their writing.
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I'm an NYU (New York University) student pursuing a degree in Economics. I'm a hands on tutor who loves students, and I'm passionate about sharing my interests. I graduated high school with a bilingual diploma in Spanish, am familiar with Spanish language and culture, and have traveled widely. I'm also an avid writer and blogger. Hobbies: art, books, travel, reading, music, writing
Logan
Calculus Tutor • +58 Subjects
I am a graduate of The College of William and Mary. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English, with a concentration in film studies and a minor in anthropology. My passion for literature brought me to New York--specifically to the New York publishing world, where I worked as an assistant to a literary agent for two years. It's probably become clear at this point that the subject I am most passionate about is writing. In college, I worked as a consultant at my school's Writing Resources Center, assisting students with their academic papers. In this position, I helped our clients improve the overall structure of their papers, strengthen their research, cite their sources, and correct their spelling and mechanics. I feel confident that I can address any paper problems you might have and make the writing process less intimidating.
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Hobbies: movies, reading, writing, books, music, art
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IB History SL focuses on twentieth-century world history through thematic and regional lenses, requiring students to analyze historical causes, consequences, and interpretations rather than just memorize facts. Unlike traditional history courses, IB History SL emphasizes historiography—understanding how and why historians interpret events differently—and develops critical thinking through primary source analysis and essay writing.
The course covers four core themes (society and economy, politics and international relations, culture and environment, and science and technology) across multiple regional studies. Students must engage with debates and multiple perspectives on historical events, which demands a deeper level of analytical thinking than most standard curricula.
Many students struggle with three key areas: organizing vast amounts of historical content into coherent arguments, developing sophisticated analytical writing that goes beyond description, and managing the balance between breadth (covering multiple regions and themes) and depth (understanding connections between events). Additionally, students often find it difficult to evaluate conflicting historical interpretations and construct their own historiographical perspective.
Personalized tutoring addresses these challenges by helping students build a structured framework for organizing information, teaching essay techniques specific to IB rubrics, and developing the critical thinking skills needed to evaluate sources and arguments. A tutor can work with you on your specific regional studies and help you identify patterns across themes that strengthen overall understanding.
Essay writing accounts for a significant portion of IB History SL assessment, including Paper 1 (source-based essay), Paper 2 (thematic essay), and potentially Paper 3 (comparative essay). Strong IB history essays move beyond summarizing events to analyze causation, evaluate evidence, and engage with historical debate—demonstrating that you understand not just what happened, but why historians interpret events differently.
Effective IB essays feature a clear thesis that addresses the question directly, integrated evidence from multiple sources or regional examples, acknowledgment of different historical perspectives, and precise historical vocabulary. Tutoring can help you develop these skills through targeted practice with past papers, feedback on your analytical depth, and techniques for structuring arguments that satisfy IB rubrics.
IB History SL typically requires 150 hours of study throughout the two-year course. Beyond regular classwork, students benefit from consistent review, active engagement with primary sources, and regular practice with timed essays. The breadth of content means that without strategic studying, students can feel overwhelmed or underprepared.
Personalized tutoring maximizes your study efficiency by focusing on the areas where you need the most help—whether that's a particular regional study, essay technique, or source analysis skills. Rather than re-covering material you already understand, a tutor can target the gaps and help you develop a sustainable study rhythm that prevents last-minute cramming.
Source analysis in IB History SL requires more than identifying the author and date—you must evaluate the source's provenance, purpose, perspective, and limitations while connecting it to broader historical context. Many students initially struggle because they focus on what the source says rather than analyzing why the author said it and how reliable or representative it might be.
Effective source analysis involves asking critical questions: Who created this source and why? What was their perspective or bias? What audience was it intended for? What does it reveal about the historical period, and what might it hide? Tutoring helps you develop a systematic approach to these questions and practice applying contextual knowledge to strengthen your analysis.
The Internal Assessment (IA) is a 1,600-word historical investigation on a topic of your choice, counting for 20% of your final grade. Unlike papers written under exam conditions, the IA allows you to deeply research a focused historical question and develop an original argument supported by diverse sources. The challenge lies in narrowing a broad topic, finding sufficient primary and secondary sources, and structuring your investigation to meet IB criteria for historical understanding and argument development.
A tutor can guide you through each stage: refining your research question to be appropriately scoped, locating and evaluating quality sources, organizing your investigation into a compelling argument, and ensuring your analysis meets IB standards. This personalized support often makes the difference between a competent investigation and an exemplary one.
IB History SL is graded on a scale of 1-7, with most universities recognizing scores of 6 or 7 as strong performance. The global average hovers around 5, so scoring above this requires consistent mastery of both content and analytical skills. Your target score may depend on university requirements and your own goals.
Personalized tutoring helps students move from a 5 to a 6 or 7 by strengthening the precise skills that IB examiners reward: nuanced analysis, historiographical engagement, and sophisticated essay structure. Many students find that focused tutoring in their areas of weakness, combined with strategic practice, yields measurable improvements in both mock exam and final grades.
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