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TJ

Certified Tutor

9+ years

TJ

Bachelors, Mathematics
TJ's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
ACCUPLACER College-Level Math
ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra
ACCUPLACER ESL

University Of North Texas | Bachelor's of Science in Math, and minors in actuarial science and statistics.

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University of North Texas

Bachelors, Mathematics

Jeremy

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jeremy

Bachelors, Biology, General
Jeremy's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Biology

I am a graduate of the University of Albany. I received my Bachelor's of Science in Biology. After taking extensive math and science courses, I later realized that anyone can learn anything through practice and repetition. Majoring in biology was not easy and most of my time was spent teaching mysel...

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SUNY at Albany

Bachelors, Biology, General

Mithra

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mithra

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Mithra's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
ACCUPLACER WritePlacer

Hi! My name is Mithra and I have a background in neuropsychology. I have been tutoring and teaching for the past 9 years and love doing so.I believe that education is what will create positive global change and I want to be a part of that by helping students through their educational journey!

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The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Kathryn

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Kathryn

Bachelor of Science, Special Education
Kathryn's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

Hi. I'm Kathy and I have been a Special Educator since 1980. I absolutely love teaching! I especially love teaching literacy to K-4th Grade students. I spend my spare time with my dogs, Paco and Scrappy; taking road trips, and hanging out with friends and family.

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Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Bachelor of Science, Special Education

John

Certified Tutor

10+ years

John

Doctor of Philosophy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
John's other Tutor Subjects
Business
College Statistics
Elementary Statistics
English

I am a graduate of Wayne State University with a Master of Arts and Doctorate in Industrial Organizational Psychology. My undergraduate degree in psychology is from University of Maryland. While my area of psychology has a fancy name, it's essentially the psychology of the workplace. It's closely co...

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University of Maryland-Baltimore

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Wayne State University

Doctor of Philosophy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Ali

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Ali

Master of Science, Translation (Major French)
Ali's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational French
French
French 1
French 2

Parlez-Vous Francais ? Do you speak French ? Let's get started ! In addition to my postgraduate degree in French language , I'm DALF certified tutor by French Education Authority to teach the French language and civilization. Possessing creative teaching skills, I have an enthusiasm for student deve...

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College of Languages

Master of Science, Translation (Major French)

College of Languages

Bachelor in Arts, French Literature

Babu

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Babu

Masters, Chemistry- Organic Research and Teaching assistant
Babu's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Chemistry
College Chemistry

I have completed all the Undergraduate with Biology and Chemistry major and Master’s degree in Chemistry from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. Recently, I have completed second Master’s degree in Chemistry with research on organic chemistry from Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York. After completi...

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Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus

Masters, Chemistry- Organic Research and Teaching assistant

Tribhuvan University

Bachelors, Chemistry, Microbiology, Zoology

Dylan

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Dylan

Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology
Dylan's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Psychology
Clinical Psychiatry
Clinical Psychology

I graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and am about to begin a PhD program in Clinical Psychology. During my PhD studies, I will focus on researching forensic psychological disorders and will also teach as an adjunct faculty member. I currently ...

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University of Southern California

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology

edward

Certified Tutor

9+ years

edward

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
edward's other Tutor Subjects
Professional Certifications
Real Estate License
Series 24
Series 63

I am a person with an easy-going personality style with complete empathy for your situation. I am 100% committedI graduated from the University of South Florida in 1986 and got my Real Estate License from the State of Florida that same year. In addition, I achieved the status as a Licensed Real Esta...

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University of South Florida-Main Campus

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Sheila

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sheila

Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
Sheila's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
College English
Earth Science

After obtaining my Bachelor's Degree, I took graduate classes in Education to obtain my lifetime teaching credential in California. I was a classroom teacher for 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, and ESL students full time and then I have been a Substitute Teacher for many years grades K - 12.In addition I receiv...

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Califrnia State University at Northridge

Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government

Nearby 8th Grade AP History Tutors

Frequently Asked Questions

8th Grade AP History (typically AP US History or AP World History) is an accelerated course that goes deeper into historical analysis, primary source evaluation, and thematic connections than standard history classes. Rather than memorizing dates and facts, AP History emphasizes understanding cause-and-effect relationships, evaluating historical perspectives, and developing arguments supported by evidence—skills that prepare students for college-level work and the AP exam.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects St. Louis students with expert tutors who specialize in AP History and understand the rigor of accelerated 8th grade coursework. With 40 schools and 13 school districts across the St. Louis area, we work with tutors familiar with local curriculum standards and the specific AP exam format your student will face.

The main hurdles are managing the volume of material, analyzing primary sources effectively, and writing thesis-driven essays under time pressure. Many 8th graders also struggle with connecting disparate historical events into larger thematic patterns—a key AP skill. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps students build these analytical skills systematically rather than feeling overwhelmed by the breadth of content.

Ideally, preparation begins early in the school year so students have time to master content, practice with released AP exams, and refine essay-writing skills before May. Many students benefit from intensifying tutoring sessions in the 8-10 weeks leading up to the exam, focusing on weak areas and timed practice tests. Starting now ensures your student isn't cramming and can build confidence through consistent, spaced practice.

AP History essays require specific skills: crafting clear theses, supporting claims with relevant evidence, and analyzing historical significance within time constraints. Tutors work with students on essay structure, help them practice analyzing prompt types (DBQ, FRQ), and provide feedback on drafts to strengthen argumentation. Regular practice with timed essays builds both skill and confidence for exam day.

The AP exam heavily emphasizes interpreting primary sources—documents, images, and artifacts—to understand historical perspectives and context. Rather than just reading sources, students must evaluate bias, purpose, and reliability, then use them to support historical arguments. Tutors teach systematic approaches to source analysis, helping 8th graders develop this critical skill that's central to AP success.

The first session focuses on assessment and goal-setting. A tutor will evaluate your student's current understanding of AP History content, identify specific weak areas (whether that's essay writing, source analysis, or particular time periods), and discuss exam goals. From there, a personalized plan is created to address gaps and build mastery before the AP exam.

Practice tests are essential—they familiarize students with the exam format, help identify weak content areas, and build stamina for the full exam length. Tutors use released AP exams and practice materials to simulate test conditions, then review results with students to target improvement. A structured study schedule that incorporates regular practice tests, content review, and essay practice yields the best results.

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