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Amira

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2+ years

Amira

Bachelor
Amira's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP History
1st-12th Grade French
AP Biology
Biology

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University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

Bachelor

Jessica

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2+ years

Jessica

BS
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6th Grade AP History
1st-12th Grade English
1st-12th Grade Geography
6th-12th Grade AP Statistics

I have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Southern Nevada, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2015. I also earned a minor in Mathematics, which gave me a great foundation in both math and science. I am passionate about helping students understand math and scien...

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College of Southern Nevada

BS

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2+ years

Blue

Bachelor's
Blue's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP History
1st-12th Grade math
6th-12th Grade Geometry
6th-12th Grade Calculus

I'm a certified tutor with three years of experience in math and science. I tailor lessons to each student's learning style, making difficult concepts easy to understand. My goal is to build confidence and help students achieve lasting academic success.

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Marywood University

Bachelor's

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2+ years

Dillon

Bachelor's (in progress)
Dillon's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP History
6th-12th Grade Biology
6th-12th Grade AP Biology
9th-12th Grade Chemistry

My name is Dillon, and I am a Pre-medical student currently studying at Brigham Young University. I obtained my Associate's Degree from Utah Valley University in 2025 while in high school. I am studying Microbiology and am a Chemistry minor. I love the sciences, specifically Biology and Chemistry. I...

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Southern Utah University

Bachelor's (in progress)

Utah Valley University

Associate's

Raylynn

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Raylynn

Master's/Graduate
Raylynn's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP History
K-6th Grade English
6th-12th Grade AP Psychology
1st-6th Grade Science

As a passionate educator pursuing a Master's degree in Psychology from Dallas Baptist University, I have over 4 years of tutoring experience across various subjects, including College English, Creative Writing, science, Psychology. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning ...

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Dallas Baptist University

Master's/Graduate

Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

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Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
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Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jessica

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Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

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Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jeffrey

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6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...

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University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
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Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32

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Frequently Asked Questions

6th graders tackling AP History often struggle with synthesizing information across multiple civilizations and time periods simultaneously—a skill that requires more abstract thinking than typical middle school history. Common pain points include distinguishing cause-and-effect relationships in complex historical events, managing the sheer volume of names, dates, and terminology, and developing the analytical writing skills needed to support historical arguments with evidence. Many students also find it challenging to move beyond memorization and instead think critically about historical significance and patterns.

A tutor can teach students a systematic approach to source analysis—examining author perspective, historical context, intended audience, and reliability—rather than treating sources as isolated facts to memorize. Tutors help students practice identifying bias, recognizing what's *not* said in a source, and connecting individual documents to broader historical themes. This skill-building approach transforms source work from overwhelming to manageable, making it easier for students to tackle the document-based questions that appear in AP assessments.

Rather than cramming isolated dates, effective tutoring focuses on building a mental timeline where students understand *why* events matter and how they connect—for example, understanding that the fall of Rome, the rise of feudalism, and the development of the Catholic Church are interconnected rather than separate facts. Tutors often use visual timelines, comparative exercises (like analyzing how different civilizations approached similar problems at different times), and regular spaced review to help chronology stick. This approach helps students see history as a narrative with cause-and-effect rather than a list of disconnected events.

Tutors teach students to move beyond summary writing by helping them construct a clear thesis that makes a historical claim, then support it with specific evidence and analysis. For 6th graders, this often means breaking down the essay-writing process into manageable steps: identifying the historical question, gathering relevant evidence, explaining *why* that evidence matters, and addressing counterarguments. Many tutors use model essays and peer review strategies to help students see what strong historical reasoning looks like in practice.

Tutors help students prioritize by teaching them to focus on major themes, turning points, and civilizations that appear repeatedly across the curriculum rather than trying to memorize every detail. Effective strategies include creating concept maps that show how different topics relate to each other, using active recall practice (testing yourself rather than re-reading), and spacing study sessions over time rather than cramming. A tutor can also help students identify their personal knowledge gaps through diagnostic assessments and create a targeted study plan that addresses weak areas first.

Comparing civilizations, time periods, or historical figures requires students to hold multiple complex ideas in mind simultaneously and articulate nuanced similarities and differences—a skill that doesn't come naturally to most 6th graders. Tutors teach students to use structured comparison frameworks (like Venn diagrams or comparison matrices) to organize their thinking, then practice writing comparative paragraphs that avoid overgeneralization. With guided practice, students learn to make sophisticated historical comparisons that demonstrate deeper understanding than simple fact-matching.

Tutors help students ask "why" and "so what" questions about historical events—understanding that the Black Plague shaped European society in specific ways, or that trade routes determined which civilizations became powerful. By connecting individual facts to broader historical patterns and consequences, students develop contextual understanding that makes content more memorable and meaningful. This approach also prepares students for assessment questions that require them to explain historical significance rather than simply identify what happened.

Tutors teach students to manage time across different question types—allocating more time to document-based and essay questions that require analysis, while using efficient strategies for multiple-choice questions. Key strategies include reading questions carefully to identify what's being asked (analysis vs. recall), eliminating obviously wrong answers before guessing, and leaving time to review longer responses for clarity and evidence. Practice with timed assessments helps students build confidence and identify their pacing weaknesses before high-stakes tests.

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