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Kyle
Hello, my name is Kyle. I am a recent graduate from John Jay College with a Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy and English, and a minor in Mathematics. College has provided me with the groundwork necessary to expand my ability in critical thinking, and, arguably most important, with the chance to meet ...
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Adrianna
I am currently in my last year of my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education at the University of South Dakota. I am passionate for teaching and making a difference in students' lives, through learning about their personalities and tailoring content to help every one learn individually. I have wor...
University of South Dakota
Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Yucheng
Hello! My name is Yucheng and I am a student at the University of Texas. I tutor multiple subjects from middle to high school level math. I have tutored algebra, algebra 2, pre calculus and ACT prep. I look forward to helping you!
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Javar
Hi! I am a proud graduate of Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music. I majored in musical theatre (voice primary/piano secondary) and minored in Spanish. I did my masters in music education at CUNY-Hunter College with an emphasis on choral music.I am very much a music nerd that love to hel...
CUNY Hunter College
Master of Arts, Music Teacher Education
Baldwin-Wallace College
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Musical Theater

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Jameelah
I'm a caring, concerned, and focused tutor and coach. I work hard with my students to ensure that they "get it." With a positive attitude and determination, every student will achieve their goals!A little bit about me:I'm a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; receiving a Bachelors in ...
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Master of Science, Nonprofit Management
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Certified Tutor
7+ years
RJ
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Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science, American Indian Education

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Brittney
Grade Level Lead and classroom management experience has helped me develop and execute school wide systems and routines. Training teachers on curriculum design, blended learning, and implementation has been one of the greatest levers in ensuring high student performance across multiple classrooms. D...
CUNY Hunter College
Masters in Education, Special Education
Spelman College
Bachelor in Arts, Humanities

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Iftekhar
As an older brother, an innate sense of care has always been a strong point of mine. When my little brother comes to me for elementary help or even subjects that open up my own horizon of academia, it draws me further towards this auspicious career. My days in Hillcrest High School widened my poise ...
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I am a Junior at Villanova University studying math and economics. I am the chairperson for my sorority's philanthropy and I have an outgoing and bubbly personality. I have helped students learn math for as long as I can remember, and I understand where students are coming from when they are struggl...
Villanova University
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Economics

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Michael
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Hofstra University
Bachelors, Biology, General
Virginia Commonwealth University
Current Grad Student, Medicine
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10th Grade AP History typically focuses on U.S. history from the Civil War through the present, covering themes like Reconstruction, industrialization, imperialism, world wars, the Cold War, and modern America. The course emphasizes historical thinking skills—analyzing primary sources, understanding causation, and making historical arguments—rather than just memorizing dates and facts.
Most students benefit significantly from personalized instruction that addresses their specific weak areas—whether that's essay writing, document analysis, or multiple-choice strategy. While improvement depends on your starting point and effort, consistent tutoring helps students develop stronger analytical skills and test-taking strategies that typically translate to meaningful score gains.
Common struggles include managing the large volume of historical content, developing strong thesis statements for essays, and analyzing primary sources effectively under time pressure. Many students also struggle with the leap from standard history classes to AP-level critical thinking. Personalized tutoring helps students build organizational systems and writing strategies specific to AP expectations.
AP History essays require a clear thesis, evidence-based arguments, and specific historical examples—skills that improve dramatically with targeted practice and feedback. Tutors can help you understand rubric requirements, organize complex arguments, and develop time management strategies so you can write strong essays during the actual exam.
For New York students preparing for AP History, most benefit from weekly or bi-weekly sessions combined with independent study. The ideal frequency depends on your current level, how much time you have before the exam, and your specific weak areas—a tutor can help you create a personalized study plan that fits your schedule.
Primary source analysis is central to AP History exams and tests your ability to think like a historian—understanding context, perspective, and historical significance. Tutors help you develop a systematic approach to document analysis that works under timed conditions, turning what feels overwhelming into a manageable skill.
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