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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

Emma

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Emma

Current Undergrad, Nursing
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Environmental Science
Biology
Chemistry

As a current nursing student, teaching is part of what I do every day-- from educating parents on child development to helping seniors understand the pathophysiology of diabetes, and even helping classmates with homework. I love being able to share my love of learning with others, and I hope to be a...

Education

Resurrection University

Current Undergrad, Nursing

Holly

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Holly

Bachelor's
Holly's other Tutor Subjects
Professional Certifications
Real Estate License
Real Estate License - Georgia

I have been in the real estate industry for more than 25 years. I thoroughly enjoy teaching professionals transitioning into real estate. I feel my pragmatic approach as an instructor ensures the students learn the prerequisite course material to successfully become licensed real estate agents. I us...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Abigail

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Abigail

Bachelor in Arts, English
Abigail's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I've been tutoring with Varsity Tutors for over 2 years, mostly as an ACT/SAT and K-12 English tutor. Although, I'm also comfortable teaching many social sciences, history, and humanities subjects. Previously, I also volunteered as an adult ESL tutor and taught 4th and 5th grade reading and math rem...

Education

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
SAT
1460
ACT
33
Dan

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Dan

Current Grad Student, Math
Dan's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary Math
Finite Mathematics
Middle School Math
Pre-Algebra

I am a former high schools physics teacher and current graduate student in mathematics.I've had experience tutoring math subjects since my undergraduate days-- in a distant epoch-- and was lucky enough to teach the first AP Physics course at a high school in Florida.I believe that my approach to tea...

Education

Thomas Edison State College

Bachelors, Natural Science/Math

The University of West Florida

Current Grad Student, Math

Sampada

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sampada

Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Sampada's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Aspire
ACT Residual
ACT Study Skills and Organization
ACT with Writing

I am a graduate of the University of Houston where I double majored in Honors Biomedical Sciences and Public Health. I recently completed my Master of Science, and will be attending medical s book in July. I have been tutoring for many years in a broad range of subjects, and I love working with stud...

Education

University of North Texas Health Science Center

Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences

University of Houston

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Ruth

Certified Tutor

Ruth

Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
Ruth's other Tutor Subjects
10th-11th Grade Reading
10th-11th Grade Writing
1st Grade Math
ACT Prep

I am a high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked wi...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Marlee

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Marlee

Masters, Special Education
Marlee's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
ACCUPLACER ESL
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning

I have a love for learning and a love for teaching. I have my Master's degree in Special Education, Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) and Secondary English Language Arts certifications. My Bachelor's degree is in English from Northeastern University. I am also a Certified Behavior Instructor for...

Education

DePaul University

Masters, Special Education

Northeastern University

Bachelors, English

Chinedu

Certified Tutor

Chinedu

Current Grad Student, Chemical Engineering
Chinedu's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Calculus

Over the past decade, I have done paid and voluntary tutoring of Chemical Engineering and Math courses in both one-on-one and classroom settings. However, I particularly enjoy tutoring Math and my students often wish I were the actual professor for the course.Furthermore, I have a very strong backgr...

Education

Federal University of Technology, Owerri

Bachelors, Chemical Engineering

University of Houston

Current Grad Student, Chemical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
Francesca

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Francesca

Current Undergrad, Biology, General
Francesca's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
Basic Computer Literacy
Biology
Elementary School English

I am an attorney who graduated from Hofstra Law in 2023. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Farmingdale State College and graduated in 2019. Prior to going into law, I was a biology major and worked at a dental surgeon's office for four years. I am passionate about teaching other...

Education

Adelphi University

Current Undergrad, Biology, General

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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