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2+ years
Vicente
Getting middle schoolers to care about history usually starts with a good question, not a textbook chapter. Vicente opens with problems — why did empires collapse, who benefited from a particular law, what would you have done differently — and then walks students through how to build answers using t...
Cornell University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Emily
I have been tutoring for over 7 years and have gotten to see so many wonderful "aha" moments in my students! I love the feeling of helping a young learner gain confidence and independence in their learning skills and subject matter. My personal philosophy is that any subject can be fun, we just have...
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
PhD
Arizona State University
PhD
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Aqsa
The jump from elementary to middle school history means students are suddenly expected to analyze causes, weigh multiple perspectives, and write structured responses — not just recall facts. Aqsa breaks down those analytical skills step by step, teaching students how to organize their thinking aroun...
University of Central Florida
Bachelor's (in progress)
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Joycelyn
I am a graduate of Geneva College with a B.S. degree in Educational Studies, specializing in Elementary and Special Education. I hold a Pennsylvania Elementary Education certificate (Grades K-8.) I have worked with children in classroom and daycare settings for five years. I can tutor a wide range ...
Geneva College
BS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Diego
As a passionate educator with a Master's in Law from Harvard University and a Bachelor's in Law from Universidad del Pacfico, I bring over 2 years of tutoring experience across subjects like Spanish, Law, Political Science, and Math. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning ...
Harvard University
Master's/Graduate
Certified Tutor
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
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
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
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
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Jeffrey
Pre-Calculus Tutor • +29 Subjects
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 coming members of such a great field. I have experience tutoring both Calculus and Physics at Notre Dame, as well as experience as a Student Assistant for Differential Equations and Mechanics. I believe the key to learning is much deeper than learning to solve problems and that seeking knowledge is one of the best means for personal improvement.
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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, English, history, and Mandarin Chinese part-time with a DC-based tutoring company. At Yale, I worked as a freshman counselor to provide academic and career advice to incoming freshmen. I have taken both SAT and MCAT test prep classes and am familiar with both tests as well as the preparation necessary to score well. My personal career goals include attending medical school to pursue either immunology/infectious diseases or psych/neurology, teaching biology at the university level, and working in public/global health with either the CDC or the WHO.
Pinelopi
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects
I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you :)
Quinn
Calculus Tutor • +17 Subjects
I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I love playing basketball and watching sports, as well as chilling with friends, listening to music, and keeping up with politics and current affairs.
Matthew
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer in NYC and tackle even the most hard-science of problems with a top-down, big-picture, holistic approach. If you have a propensity to look at problems in a cross- or inter-disciplinary manner (or want to learn how to do so), I'm the tutor for you!
Samantha
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners! Hobbies: photography, travel, reading, music, writing, running, art, books, traveling
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Middle school history students often struggle with three main areas: retaining large amounts of factual information, understanding cause-and-effect relationships between historical events, and developing analytical writing skills. Many students memorize dates and names without grasping the broader context or significance of events. Additionally, students may find it difficult to distinguish between different time periods or to see how historical events connect to each other and to the present day. Personalized tutoring addresses these challenges by helping students build a coherent narrative of history rather than treating it as isolated facts.
In a classroom setting, teachers must move at a pace that works for the whole class, which means some students fall behind while others become bored. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to adapt their teaching approach to each student's learning style, pace, and specific knowledge gaps. A tutor can spend extra time on topics a student finds challenging, use real-world examples relevant to that student's interests, and provide immediate feedback on their understanding. This targeted approach helps students build stronger foundational knowledge and develop critical thinking skills more effectively than large-group instruction alone.
By the end of middle school, students should be able to identify and analyze cause-and-effect relationships in historical events, construct well-supported arguments using historical evidence, understand different perspectives on the same event, and recognize patterns and connections across time periods. Students should also develop strong note-taking and organizational skills, learn to evaluate source reliability, and practice writing clear historical essays with introductions, supporting details, and conclusions. These foundational skills prepare students for the more complex analysis and research required in high school and AP-level history courses.
An excellent history tutor combines deep content knowledge with the ability to make historical events engaging and relevant to young students. They ask thought-provoking questions that encourage students to think critically rather than simply memorizing facts, help students understand cause-and-effect relationships, and connect historical events to real-world situations. Strong tutors also assess what a student already knows and customize their instruction accordingly, use diverse primary and secondary sources to bring history to life, and provide constructive feedback on written work. Varsity Tutors connects students with expert tutors who understand middle school curriculum standards and know how to build confidence in struggling history students.
Many middle school students struggle to write well-organized history essays and feel unprepared for tests with essay questions. A tutor can teach students a structured approach to essay writing—from developing a thesis statement to supporting it with specific historical evidence and analyzing that evidence. Tutors also help students develop effective study strategies for history tests, such as creating timelines, making connection maps, and practicing retrieval by testing themselves on key concepts. With personalized practice and feedback, students typically see significant improvement in both their understanding of historical content and their ability to demonstrate that understanding in writing.
History curriculum varies by state and district—some focus heavily on U.S. history while others include world history, and the specific content and standards differ. Experienced history tutors understand these variations and can align their instruction with your student's specific curriculum standards and grade-level expectations. Whether your student is working through state standardized tests, preparing for an end-of-year exam, or trying to master specific historical periods or themes, a tutor can customize their approach to match what's being taught in the classroom while reinforcing foundational skills like critical thinking and evidence-based reasoning.
Students working with a tutor typically show improvement in both grades and confidence within a few weeks. Common outcomes include higher test and quiz scores, more organized and better-supported written work, improved class participation as students better understand the material, and greater confidence when discussing historical topics. Beyond grades, students often develop a genuine interest in history as they begin to see how events connect and understand their relevance. The timeline for improvement depends on the student's starting point and how frequently they receive tutoring, but consistent personalized instruction typically yields visible results within 4-6 weeks.
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