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Award-Winning 6th Grade AP History Tutors serving Tucson, AZ
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5+ years
Yangbo
Ever since bringing refugee children up to and beyond grade-level mathematics while tutoring in the mid-2000s, I have always been motivated by a spirit of service to community, society, and humanity at large. Teaching and tutoring is one small but essential part of that ethos.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Economics
Certified Tutor
Shabana
I am a recent graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, where I graduated with a BA in Political Science. I will begin graduate school this fall at Virginia Commonwealth University and will begin a position as a teaching assistant in the sociology department. During my undergraduate career, I ha...
Virginia Commonwealth University
Master of Science, Sociology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Meredith
I am a licensed Attorney with a background in Geology and Spanish. Education is one of my core values. I believe that knowledge gives us the power as individuals to expand our own reality and perceptions of truth. Collectively, I think that the pursuit of knowledge pushes the boundaries of what is k...
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Masters, Law
College of Wooster
Bachelors, Geology
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Lauren
I am a fourth year medical student at UTHSC, and I recently completed all of my required clinical rotations and coursework. I have a lot of free time until graduation, and I would love to tutor to fill the time. I have over seven years of tutoring experience. I have tutored everything from first gra...
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelors, Health Policy
UTHSC College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, Medicine
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Danya
I am a current Junior at Columbia University, working towards my BA in English and Psychology. For the past eight years, I have been tutoring individuals and groups of all ages, specializing in English as a Second Language students. I have tutored in a variety of subjects but have had the most exper...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
Angela
Don't you just love English? I know most people will say "no". But, I do love writing, reading, and all things literature. I earned my B.A. and M.A. in English from the University of Northern Colorado. I tutored at the high schools, my university, and at our community college.I taught English Litera...
University of Northern Colorado
Masters, English
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelors, English
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I value the opportunity to receive high quality education afforded to me very much as, in my view, education is the only means that helped me achieve independence. I am an independent and contributing citizen who has financial independence. That is the primary drive behind my passion for teaching. B...
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Bachelor of Chemistry, Chemistry
North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Aerin
I am a current student at the University of Florida studying aerospace engineering with an avid love of mathematics and physics and a passion for teaching students and inspiring them to thrive in STEM classes.
University of Florida
Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineer, Aerospace Engineering
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Simone
I have tutored K-12 students since 2006. I love to empower students and help them with their academic challenges. I have had the privilege of tutoring students in Chicago, Washington DC, Newark, NJ and Baton Rouge. As a former History, Algebra 1 and Physics teacher for secondary students, I have bee...
Louisiana State University and Agricultural Mechanical College
Masters in Education, Counselor Education
Howard University
Bachelor of Science, History
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Curran
As a professional educator with over a decade of experience, I specialize in delivering personalized, high-impact instruction across the humanities, test preparation, and college readiness. I've taught everything from early literacy and middle school ELA to AP-level history, civics, and economicsand...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts, History
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Frequently Asked Questions
6th Grade AP History (typically AP World History or AP Human Geography at the middle school level) challenges students to think critically about historical events, causes, and consequences rather than just memorizing dates and facts. The curriculum emphasizes analytical skills like comparing civilizations, understanding historical context, and evaluating primary sources—skills that prepare students for high school AP courses and college-level work.
Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students in Tucson with expert tutors who specialize in AP History at the middle school level. With 427 schools across Tucson's 67 school districts, there's strong demand for advanced history instruction, and we match students with tutors who understand both the AP curriculum and local school standards.
Many students struggle with the shift from memorization to analysis—AP History requires understanding cause-and-effect relationships, evaluating multiple perspectives, and writing evidence-based arguments. Other common challenges include managing large amounts of reading material, organizing information across different time periods and regions, and developing strong essay-writing skills to support historical claims.
One-on-one instruction allows tutors to identify exactly where a student is struggling—whether it's understanding complex historical concepts, organizing essays, or managing test anxiety—and tailor lessons accordingly. Personalized tutoring also creates space for students to ask questions, practice analytical thinking, and receive immediate feedback on their writing and reasoning, which accelerates improvement far more than classroom instruction alone.
The first session is typically a diagnostic meeting where the tutor assesses the student's current understanding of AP History concepts, identifies specific weak areas (like essay structure, primary source analysis, or particular historical periods), and learns about the student's learning style and goals. From there, the tutor creates a personalized plan that targets those areas while keeping pace with the student's coursework.
Most students see noticeable improvement in understanding and confidence within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, especially when working on specific skills like essay writing or source analysis. Significant score improvements typically develop over 8-12 weeks as students build stronger analytical habits and deeper content knowledge. The timeline depends on starting point, frequency of sessions, and how actively the student applies strategies between lessons.
Absolutely. Essay writing is a critical component of AP History, and tutors can help students develop strong thesis statements, organize arguments with historical evidence, and revise for clarity and persuasiveness. Personalized instruction means the tutor can review your actual essays, give detailed feedback on your reasoning and evidence use, and teach you strategies for writing under timed conditions.
Contact Varsity Tutors to discuss your student's specific needs and goals in AP History. We'll match you with a qualified tutor who fits your schedule and learning style, and you can start with a single session to see if it's a good fit. Most students find it helpful to begin tutoring early in the school year or before major assessments to build strong foundations.
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