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Award-Winning 6th Grade AP History Tutors serving San Antonio, TX

Yangbo

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Yangbo

Bachelor of Science, Economics
Yangbo's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP History
K-12th Grade French
6th-12th Grade AP Biology
6th-12th Grade AP Chemistry

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.

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Economics

Adrian

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Adrian

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Adrian's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Art
Cello
Elementary School

I graduated from Beloit College with a double major in philosophy and creative writing. My experiences include teaching music and philosophy in classroom settings as well as working as an editor for the Beloit Fiction Journal. What I love about tutoring is taking the material step-by-step and creati...

Education

Beloit College

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Test Scores
SAT
1410
Justin

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Justin

Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Adult ESL/ELL
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
CompTIA

I am a graduate of the University of North Texas, where I received my Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus in Finance and Financial Services. Upon graduation, I began working in the mortgage industry as a Loan Officer and later as a Mortgage Broker. After a successful career in the Finan...

Education

University of North Texas

Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance

Jeremy

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Jeremy

Bachelor in Arts, History
Jeremy's other Tutor Subjects
Drum
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

I am a Chico State graduate who has a BA in History and a Single Subject Social Science Credential. I taught for two years in a private school, and have about 6 years experience working at both the high school and middle school levels.My focus as a teacher is to create a well-rounded student who can...

Education

CSU Chico

Bachelor in Arts, History

Daven-Roy

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Daven-Roy

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Daven-Roy's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

I received my teaching education from the University of Central Florida, and have been teaching and tutoring elementary students all of my professional life.I believe the potential for learning and growth lies in everyone - growth is fluid, and will look different for each student - so long as there...

Education

University of Central Florida

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Anna Rosa

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Anna Rosa

Bachelor of Science, Spanish Teacher Education
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
1st-5th Grade ELA (in Spanish)
1st-4th Grade Math (in Spanish)
Adult ESL/ELL
Beginner Spanish for Adults

I have always been deeply passionate about education, and this passion has guided my career from the moment I earned my Bachelor's degree in Spanish Education from Lipscomb University. Since then, I have had the privilege of teaching across Europe, where I have gained valuable international experien...

Education

Lipscomb University

Bachelor of Science, Spanish Teacher Education

Maximilian

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Maximilian

Master of Science, Financial Mathematics
Maximilian's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Basic Computer Literacy
Business

I have two MSc degrees: one in Financial Engineering from Baruch College of CUNY (New York, NY), and another one in Mathematics from Lomonosov University (Moscow, former USSR). During my career I have worked as a Quantitative Developer for the leading financial companies including J.P.Morgan Chase, ...

Education

Baruch MFE

Master of Science, Financial Mathematics

Moscow State Lomonosov University

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Marcela

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Marcela

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Marcela's other Tutor Subjects
Anthropology
Elementary School English
English
Essay Editing

As a proficient writer, I preferred writing essays over taking multiple choice exams back in college. I did it so often that I started assisting others with their work and got amazing results.I'm here to help students reach their educational goals. My focus rests on reading comprehension and writing...

Education

University of Houston

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Christopher

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christopher

Master of Arts, Classics
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Graduate Test Prep
Greek
Languages

I love teaching because of the give and take with students and the way their different styles of learning make me see new perspectives. I mainly teach foreign languages, English, and verbal sections of standardized tests because I am most interested in language and its logic. I have a long backgroun...

Education

University of Kansas

Master of Arts, Classics

University of Iowa

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art

Test Scores
LSAT
168
Steve

Certified Tutor

Steve

Bachelors, Spanish
Steve's other Tutor Subjects
AP Spanish Literature and Culture
College English
Conversational Spanish
English

I am foremost a lifelong learner. I have a degree in Spanish from Temple University, where I studied a broad survey of Spanish and Latin American literature, Spanish orthography and grammar as well as formal Academic writing. I recently returned from Chile in South America where I was teaching Engli...

Education

Temple University

Bachelors, Spanish

Frequently Asked Questions

6th Grade AP History generally focuses on world history from early civilizations through the Renaissance, emphasizing critical thinking and historical analysis skills. Students learn to evaluate primary and secondary sources, understand cause-and-effect relationships in historical events, and develop arguments supported by evidence. The curriculum builds foundational skills that prepare students for more advanced AP courses in high school, with an emphasis on understanding diverse perspectives and historical context.

Many students struggle with synthesizing large amounts of information and moving beyond simple memorization to deeper analysis and interpretation. Others find it challenging to write well-structured essays that support claims with specific historical evidence, or to manage the reading load while maintaining comprehension. Time management is also a common issue—balancing detailed note-taking with active reading can feel overwhelming for students new to AP-level rigor.

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific learning gaps—whether that's understanding complex historical concepts, organizing essay arguments, or managing test-taking pace. A tutor can break down difficult topics into manageable pieces, teach you strategies for analyzing primary sources, and provide targeted feedback on your writing. This focused approach helps students build confidence and develop the critical thinking skills that are central to AP History success.

During your first session, a tutor will assess your current understanding of the material, discuss your specific goals, and identify areas where you'd like the most support. They'll also learn about your learning style and preferences so they can tailor future sessions to work best for you. This foundation helps create a personalized plan that targets your needs, whether that's strengthening essay writing, improving source analysis, or building overall confidence with the material.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in San Antonio who specialize in 6th Grade AP History and understand the unique needs of advanced learners. Tutors are matched based on their expertise, teaching style, and availability to ensure a great fit for your learning goals. You can start the process by sharing what you're looking for, and Varsity Tutors handles the matching to find someone who's the right fit for you.

Absolutely. Essay writing is a critical component of AP History, and tutors can help you develop a clear thesis, organize arguments logically, and support claims with specific historical evidence. They'll provide feedback on your drafts, teach you strategies for planning essays under timed conditions, and help you understand what graders are looking for. With practice and targeted guidance, most students see significant improvement in their analytical writing skills.

The ideal frequency depends on your current level and goals, but many students benefit from weekly or bi-weekly sessions to maintain momentum and stay on top of challenging material. Some students prefer more frequent sessions leading up to major assessments or when tackling particularly difficult units. Your tutor can help you determine the right schedule based on your needs and can adjust as you progress.

Effective source analysis requires asking critical questions: Who created this source? When and why? What perspective does it represent? What's missing or biased? Tutors teach frameworks for approaching sources systematically, such as examining context, identifying the author's purpose, and comparing multiple sources to build a fuller historical picture. With practice using these strategies, students develop the analytical skills that distinguish AP-level work from general history study.

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