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5+ years
Lianna
Between her political science major, criminal justice minor, and certificates in legal studies and Latine/Mexican American studies at UNT, Lianna is working through the discipline from multiple angles at once — the kind of overlap that surfaces when a single policy question touches immigration law, ...
University of North Texas
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Certified Tutor
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...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
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'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
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...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Erika
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...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sami
I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer.
Duke University
Bachelor of Science (Economics and Computer Science)
Yale School of Management
Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
Tony
I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, Engl...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Biology
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Many students struggle with memorizing complex governmental structures, political theories, and historical events without understanding the underlying concepts. Others find it difficult to analyze primary sources critically or construct well-reasoned arguments about political issues. Personalized tutoring helps break down these concepts into manageable pieces, allowing students to build genuine understanding rather than relying on memorization alone.
In a classroom with an average student-teacher ratio like San Antonio's 14.5:1, teachers must pace instruction for the whole group, which can leave some students behind or unchallenged. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to adapt to your learning style, focus on your specific weak areas, and move at your pace—whether that means diving deeper into constitutional law or strengthening foundational civics knowledge.
Tutors who work with students in San Antonio are familiar with Texas state standards and the specific expectations of local school districts across the area's 42 districts. Whether you're studying U.S. Government, Civics, AP Government and Politics, or International Relations, tutors can align their instruction with your school's curriculum and help you master the concepts your teachers emphasize.
Your first session is a chance for the tutor to understand your current level, learning goals, and specific challenges—whether that's understanding the separation of powers, analyzing political ideologies, or preparing for an exam. The tutor will ask questions about your coursework and identify the best starting point, then begin building a personalized plan to help you improve.
Many students notice better comprehension and confidence within a few sessions as concepts start to click. For exam preparation or essay writing, improvement often becomes visible within 2-4 weeks of consistent tutoring. The timeline depends on your starting point and how frequently you meet, but personalized instruction typically accelerates progress compared to studying alone.
Yes—essay writing and source analysis are core skills in Political Science, and tutors excel at teaching these. They can help you develop strong thesis statements, structure arguments with evidence, analyze political documents and speeches, and understand different perspectives on complex issues. This targeted practice builds skills that transfer across all your Political Science coursework.
Absolutely. Tutors can help you master the AP Government curriculum, including U.S. institutions, political behavior, civil rights, and comparative government. They'll guide you through practice questions, help you understand the types of essays the exam requires, and build your confidence with timed practice tests—all tailored to your current level.
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