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Kashish

Certified Tutor

Kashish

Bachelor of Science, Engineering
Kashish's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
ACCUPLACER College-Level Math
ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra
ACCUPLACER Reading Comprehension

I am a student at Brown University pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering. In high school, I took a multitude of AP and college courses, so I am qualified to work with students on challenging material. I took high-level mathematics courses at a local university while in high school and...

Education

Brown University

Bachelor of Science, Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1570
ACT
34
Danielle

Certified Tutor

Danielle

Master of Science, Occupational Therapy
Danielle's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I am a graduate from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation. I am currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from Winston-Salem State University. I have 2.5 years of tutoring experience. Most of my experience involves the s...

Education

Winston-Salem State University

Master of Science, Occupational Therapy

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Bachelor of Science, Therapeutic Recreation

Christine

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christine

Master of Arts, Reading Teacher Education
Christine's other Tutor Subjects
Certified Reading Intervention
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
English

I have been a certified educator for 23 years and work as an Educational Diagnostician. I am also a Certified Reading Specialist and have been privately tutoring for 14 years. I am passionate about teaching students how to read with confidence.

Education

University of Houston-Clear Lake

Master of Arts, Reading Teacher Education

University of Houston-Clear Lake

Bachelor of Science, Legal Studies

Erica

Certified Tutor

Erica

Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Erica's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Anatomy & Physiology
CLEP Prep
CLEP Spanish

Hi! My name is Erica. I am a bilingual, Occupational Therapy graduate. I am fluent in Spanish and work with children with intellectual disabilities (autism and ADD/ADHD). I have 6 years of experience tutoring children in various subjects, ages range from 5-17 years old. I would be more than happy to...

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Manhattan College

Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General

Olivia

Certified Tutor

Olivia

Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology
Olivia's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Science
Biology
Clinical Psychology

I am currently in my second year of a Clinical Psychology Doctoral program (PsyD), and I have a passion for tutoring! I am very passionate about Psychology, Biology, and the Life Sciences. I enjoy tutoring test prep, college level Biology and Physics, Graduate level Biology, and high school level Bi...

Education

Loyola University-New Orleans

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Midwestern University-Downers Grove

Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology

Will

Certified Tutor

Will

Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
Will's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP French Language and Culture
English

Curiosity is what drives success. I firmly believe that curiosity dies out when the questions arent answered and Im here to fan your fire of curiosity whether it be algebra, writing, or learning a new language.My first year teaching kids sailing and guitar, I learned that no two people learn the sam...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts, American Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1570
Helen

Certified Tutor

Helen

Master of Arts, Bilingual and Multicultural Education State Certified Teacher
Helen's other Tutor Subjects
College English
English
ESL/ELL
High School English

Hi! I'm Helen. I have been interested in language learning for many years. It can be extremely fun and, at the same time, presents challenges. It is important to take risks in learning and I'm someone with whom you'll feel comfortable trying. I approach learning with a sense of fun and adventure, wi...

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University of Colorado Boulder

Master of Arts, Bilingual and Multicultural Education State Certified Teacher

Kennesaw State University

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Psychology

Blakeley

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Blakeley

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Blakeley's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER Language Use
Admissions
Adult ESL/ELL

I am a graduate of Troy University where I double majored in Political Science and Communications Studies. After completing my undergraduate degree, I moved to Chicago where I received a masters degree in teaching. I am currently a full-time special education teacher on the Southside of the city. I ...

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Relay Graduate School of Education

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Troy University

Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government

Jerilyn

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Jerilyn

Bachelor in Arts, English
Jerilyn's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
English
ESL/ELL

I love meeting people from other countries and help them learn to communicate effectively in English. My favorite subject to tutor is accent modification, a fancy way to say "a method to help students sound more American in their speech patterns? Ever feel like you're not being understood? That's wh...

Education

Baldwin-Wallace College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Ashley

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ashley

Bachelor in Arts, English
Ashley's other Tutor Subjects
4th-12th Grade Reading
7th-12th Grade Writing
1st-3rd Grade Math
Adult Literacy

I am a recent graduate of Sacramento State University, where I earned a Bachelor's degree in English, as well as a TESOL certificate. Since graduating, I have been working as an educational assistant at various locations and an intern for web input whilst I prepare for the credential program. I have...

Education

CSUS

Bachelor in Arts, English

Frequently Asked Questions

9th Grade AP History (typically AP World History or AP Human Geography) is an accelerated course designed for high-achieving students who are ready for college-level material and rigor. Unlike standard 9th grade history, AP courses emphasize critical thinking, document analysis, and thematic connections across time periods and regions rather than just memorizing facts. Students in these courses prepare for the AP exam in May, which can earn college credit if they score a 3 or higher on the 1-5 scale.

The main hurdles include managing the fast pace of content coverage, analyzing primary and secondary sources effectively, and synthesizing information across multiple regions and time periods. Many 9th graders also struggle with essay writing—particularly the document-based question (DBQ) and long essay question (LEQ) formats that require strong argumentation skills. Time management is another critical challenge, as students must balance AP History with other coursework while developing the analytical skills needed for success.

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific weak areas—whether that's understanding cause-and-effect relationships, organizing essay responses, or mastering document analysis techniques—and create a targeted study plan. Tutors can help you develop effective note-taking strategies, practice timed essays with feedback, and build confidence with AP-style questions before the actual exam. This individualized approach is especially valuable in AP courses, where pacing moves quickly and gaps in understanding can compound over time.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and commitment level, but students working with tutors typically see meaningful gains by focusing on their weakest question types and essay formats. Many students improve by 1-2 points on the AP scale (which ranges from 1-5) over a semester of consistent tutoring, though results vary. The key is identifying exactly where you're losing points—whether it's in multiple-choice reasoning, essay organization, or source analysis—and practicing targeted strategies until they become automatic.

Your first session focuses on assessment and goal-setting. A tutor will review your current understanding of AP History content, look at any practice test scores or essays you've completed, and identify your strongest and weakest areas. Together, you'll discuss your target AP score, timeline, and learning style, then create a personalized study plan that prioritizes the skills and content areas where you need the most support.

Practice tests are essential—they help you understand the exam format, identify weak content areas, practice pacing under timed conditions, and build test-taking stamina. Taking full-length practice tests every 2-3 weeks allows you to track progress and adjust your study strategy based on which question types or historical periods trip you up. Tutors can review your practice test results with you to pinpoint specific patterns in your errors and develop targeted strategies to address them.

Strong AP History essays require a clear thesis, relevant evidence from sources or historical knowledge, and logical organization—skills that improve dramatically with practice and feedback. Tutors can teach you the specific structure AP graders expect, help you practice analyzing documents quickly under time pressure, and provide detailed feedback on your drafts so you can refine your argument and evidence selection. Many students benefit from writing multiple timed essays with a tutor's guidance before test day.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors for 9th Grade AP History in New Haven who understand both the AP curriculum and the specific challenges high school students face. You can specify your goals—whether it's mastering document analysis, improving essay scores, or achieving a target AP score—and get matched with a tutor who has experience helping students succeed in AP courses. The process is straightforward: share your needs, and you'll be connected with qualified tutors ready to support your learning.

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