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The Best History Tutors in New York City, NY

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Avi M. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Avi M.
60/hour

New York City, NY

American History Tutor and Researcher Since 2008

When I'm not tutoring history, I work as a historical research assistant. My clients include the New York Historical Society (for their "Lincoln in New York" exhibit) and a professor at Harvard Business School.

5.0 (1428)
60/hour
6,718 hours tutoring

When I'm not tutoring history, I work as a historical research assistant. My clients include the New York Historical Society (for their "Lincoln in New York" exhibit) and a professor at Harvard Business School.

Jonathan K. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan K.
450/hour

New York City, NY

Top Yale Grad; three decades' teaching experience in social studies

I studied history, art history, archaeology, and psychology at Yale and Tufts, earning top honors. Since then, I’ve primarily taught history for most of my career of 30+ years. Assessment Course Instructor, Harvard Graduate School of Education. Master of Education, Tufts. Presidential Scholar.

5.0 (2628)
450/hour
6,884 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jonathan’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I studied history, art history, archaeology, and psychology at Yale and Tufts, earning top honors. Since then, I’ve primarily taught history for most of my career of 30+ years. Assessment Course Instructor, Harvard Graduate School of Education. Master of Education, Tufts. Presidential Scholar.

Nick S. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nick S.
53/hour

New York City, NY

Columbia Masters Student | History, English, Test Prep

I am a current Columbia Master's Student with over 4 years of middle school teaching experience in the South Bronx. There, I taught History, English, and Math, winning an award for instructional excellence in 2024. Before teaching, I studied History at Boston College and worked with high schoolers...

5.0 (1)
53/hour
7 hours tutoring

I am a current Columbia Master's Student with over 4 years of middle school teaching experience in the South Bronx. There, I taught History, English, and Math, winning an award for instructional excellence in 2024. Before teaching, I studied History at Boston College and worked with high schoolers...

Alexander S. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexander S.
39/hour

New York City, NY

Top scorer in AP Euro History

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5.0 (10)
39/hour
36 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Top scorer in AP Euro History

Nicholas L. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicholas L.
90/hour

New York City, NY

Postgraduate-level expert in history, History Channel contributor

I earned a BA and MA in history at UChicago and also worked as a graduate teaching/research assistant at UCSB's history department. As a professional journalist, I regularly write about historical topics for national publications like Smithsonian Magazine and have been interviewed by the...

5.0 (17)
90/hour
66 hours tutoring

I earned a BA and MA in history at UChicago and also worked as a graduate teaching/research assistant at UCSB's history department. As a professional journalist, I regularly write about historical topics for national publications like Smithsonian Magazine and have been interviewed by the...

Cynthia N. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cynthia N.
40/hour

New York City, NY

Hi! My name is Cynthia, I'm a history, english and politics buff!

In high school, I took AP art history, obtaining a 99% in the class and a 5 on the AP exam. Additionally, I took Art History (including East Asian art) in my second year of college at Princeton and received an A in the course.

4.9 (12)
40/hour
33 hours tutoring

In high school, I took AP art history, obtaining a 99% in the class and a 5 on the AP exam. Additionally, I took Art History (including East Asian art) in my second year of college at Princeton and received an A in the course.

Cole W. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cole W.
295/hour

New York City, NY

Harvard & Oxford Graduate | College Essays & Admissions Advising

Finding something meaningful to say—and expressing it in your own voice—is often the hardest part of a college application. I help students turn their experiences and ideas into thoughtful, specific essays. I’m Cole, a Harvard graduate with a master’s degree from Oxford, where I studied on a full scholarship...

5.0 (10)
295/hour
35 hours tutoring

Finding something meaningful to say—and expressing it in your own voice—is often the hardest part of a college application. I help students turn their experiences and ideas into thoughtful, specific essays. I’m Cole, a Harvard graduate with a master’s degree from Oxford, where I studied on a full scholarship...

Lauren M. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lauren M.
60/hour

New York City, NY

History of Law & Policy Minor, 5 in AP US History

My undergraduate degree from Michigan includes a minor in history of law and policy where I took Constitutional History, history of the economy, and environmental history (all of which were US-focused). I also took AP US History in high school and scored a 5 on the exam.

5.0 (2)
60/hour
5 hours tutoring

My undergraduate degree from Michigan includes a minor in history of law and policy where I took Constitutional History, history of the economy, and environmental history (all of which were US-focused). I also took AP US History in high school and scored a 5 on the exam.

Katie S. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Katie S.
120/hour

New York City, NY

Attorney Tutor: Law School Apps & Courses, Bar Exam, Essay Review

I am a licensed attorney with a specialty in writing and legal research. I love helping students of all ages and educational backgrounds refine and strengthen their writing. I have tutored high school, college, and law students in essay writing, personal statements, legal memoranda, and research papers. My work extends...

5.0 (12)
120/hour
150 hours tutoring

I am a licensed attorney with a specialty in writing and legal research. I love helping students of all ages and educational backgrounds refine and strengthen their writing. I have tutored high school, college, and law students in essay writing, personal statements, legal memoranda, and research papers. My work extends...

Vincent L. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vincent L.
45/hour

New York City, NY

History, Social Studies, English, and Test Prep tutor

I can teach American History in all decades. It is best to focus on a specific time period, but I can cover the whole of American history if necessary.

4.9 (295)
45/hour
1,603 hours tutoring

I can teach American History in all decades. It is best to focus on a specific time period, but I can cover the whole of American history if necessary.

Tamera Michele G. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tamera Michele G.
150/hour

New York City, NY

Interior Designer * ESL * AutoCAD * InDesign

King Architect's office, where I further expanded my skill set in drafting using AutoCAD. In addition to my design work, I have also found fulfillment in tutoring students of all ages in art, art history, and core academic subjects, as well as in preparing individuals for the TOFEL exam. Outside of my...

5.0 (201)
150/hour
1,011 hours tutoring
Response time: 54 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

King Architect's office, where I further expanded my skill set in drafting using AutoCAD. In addition to my design work, I have also found fulfillment in tutoring students of all ages in art, art history, and core academic subjects, as well as in preparing individuals for the TOFEL exam. Outside of my...

Olya T. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Olya T.
350/hour

New York City, NY

Accomplished Essay-Writing and Digital SAT Verbal Tutor

I have a high level of skill and experience in the craft of writing, and I love the English language. I have worked as a columnist, and I taught essay-writing and literature at UNC. I have taught upper-level writing classes and workshops at other universities. I am also a judge of a literary contest I can help you...

5.0 (1432)
350/hour
2,654 hours tutoring

I have a high level of skill and experience in the craft of writing, and I love the English language. I have worked as a columnist, and I taught essay-writing and literature at UNC. I have taught upper-level writing classes and workshops at other universities. I am also a judge of a literary contest I can help you...

David B. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
David B.
60/hour

New York City, NY

Recent PhD in Literature and Experienced Writing Tutor

I have worked for several years as an instructor in literature, history, and social studies classes at the high school and college level helping students with essay-writing. My focus is on cultivating student passion and directing it into writerly excellence.

5.0 (4)
60/hour
28 hours tutoring

I have worked for several years as an instructor in literature, history, and social studies classes at the high school and college level helping students with essay-writing. My focus is on cultivating student passion and directing it into writerly excellence.

Michael O. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael O.
90/hour

New York City, NY

Harvard Grad Tutor in Writing, Latin, College Admissions

My approach focuses on building a deep understanding of structure, substance, and style. I tutor 5th-12th grade in Latin, writing, and admissions, and for 5th-8th grade, I offer general tutoring across all subjects (math, science, history, etc.). If you are interested in working together, I look forward to...

5.0 (182)
90/hour
206 hours tutoring

My approach focuses on building a deep understanding of structure, substance, and style. I tutor 5th-12th grade in Latin, writing, and admissions, and for 5th-8th grade, I offer general tutoring across all subjects (math, science, history, etc.). If you are interested in working together, I look forward to...

Ian R. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ian R.
70/hour

New York City, NY

UCLA Grad w/ 12+ Years of English, Math & Standardized Testing Success

Hi! For more than a decade, I've helped students achieve perfect scores on their academic papers, and make huge score improvements on the SAT (200+), ACT (10+), GRE (15+ per section). I feel very comfortable with students of any age, gender, or circumstance. I aim to try to make the sessions as enjoyable as possible...

5.0 (157)
70/hour
718 hours tutoring

Hi! For more than a decade, I've helped students achieve perfect scores on their academic papers, and make huge score improvements on the SAT (200+), ACT (10+), GRE (15+ per section). I feel very comfortable with students of any age, gender, or circumstance. I aim to try to make the sessions as enjoyable as possible...

Akshat Y. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Akshat Y.
150/hour

New York City, NY

Specializes in Math, Physics, and Computer Science

Hi! My name is Akshat, and I am a Computer Science and Applied Physics college student studying at Columbia University's School of Engineering and Applied Science. In general, the most engaging classes are those where the instructors are most passionate about their field and show excitement in their lectures. In my...

5.0 (31)
150/hour
255 hours tutoring

Hi! My name is Akshat, and I am a Computer Science and Applied Physics college student studying at Columbia University's School of Engineering and Applied Science. In general, the most engaging classes are those where the instructors are most passionate about their field and show excitement in their lectures. In my...

Daniel M. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Daniel M.
95/hour

New York City, NY

English, Writing, History, Science, Speaking and Drama

I specialize in English, Writing and History (American, European, and World History), and enjoy working with students on day to day assignments as well as larger research papers and test preparation. I have over eight years of experience working with grade school, high school, and college age students. I am...

5.0 (64)
95/hour
95 hours tutoring

I specialize in English, Writing and History (American, European, and World History), and enjoy working with students on day to day assignments as well as larger research papers and test preparation. I have over eight years of experience working with grade school, high school, and college age students. I am...

Eric J. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eric J.
55/hour

New York City, NY

Career educator and writer who loves to read and mentor.

I graduated from Appalachian State University with a BA in English, and Hunter College with an MFA in Creative Writing (Poetry). Currently I teach IB Film, IB Theory of Knowledge, and Honors English 10 at a high school in upper Manhattan. As an educator, my main job is to privilege revision and writing process....

5.0 (3)
55/hour
10 hours tutoring

I graduated from Appalachian State University with a BA in English, and Hunter College with an MFA in Creative Writing (Poetry). Currently I teach IB Film, IB Theory of Knowledge, and Honors English 10 at a high school in upper Manhattan. As an educator, my main job is to privilege revision and writing process....

Daniel K. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Daniel K.
250/hour

New York City, NY

M.S. in Statistics | AP Calc/Stat/Precalc | College-level Tutoring + R

I hold a MS in Statistics and a BS in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I have more than ten years of tutoring experience and have worked with students at the high school, colllege, and graduate levels. I have also served as a Teaching Assistant for university-level math...

5.0 (572)
250/hour
1,235 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I hold a MS in Statistics and a BS in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I have more than ten years of tutoring experience and have worked with students at the high school, colllege, and graduate levels. I have also served as a Teaching Assistant for university-level math...

Michael N. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael N.
130/hour

New York City, NY

American History Regents and APUSH Tutor

I have extensive knowledge of American History, having taught it at the both middle and high school level. Additionally, I've got over 10 years of experience tutoring students one-on-one for their AP American History exams, providing not just content mastery, but also key strategies for excelling at...

5.0 (810)
130/hour
3,693 hours tutoring
Response time: 48 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have extensive knowledge of American History, having taught it at the both middle and high school level. Additionally, I've got over 10 years of experience tutoring students one-on-one for their AP American History exams, providing not just content mastery, but also key strategies for excelling at...

Ryan C. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ryan C.
99/hour

New York City, NY

World History Tutor | 12+ Years | Study Skills & Academic Support

I have over 12 years of experience in education, helping students understand challenging academic material and develop stronger, more independent learning skills. In World History, I help students connect major civilizations, events, political developments, conflicts, and cultural movements rather than simply...

5.0 (61)
99/hour
283 hours tutoring

I have over 12 years of experience in education, helping students understand challenging academic material and develop stronger, more independent learning skills. In World History, I help students connect major civilizations, events, political developments, conflicts, and cultural movements rather than simply...

Charlotte F. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Charlotte F.
65/hour

New York City, NY

Ivy-League Ph.D. for Essay Writing and Test Prep

I studied American history in high school and college and have subsequently tutored AP US history for over five years.

5.0 (273)
65/hour
999 hours tutoring
Response time: 43 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I studied American history in high school and college and have subsequently tutored AP US history for over five years.

Wesley L. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Wesley L.
300/hour

New York City, NY

Premier MIT Math Tutor and SHSAT/SAT/ACT Specialist

I have taken the Regents with the following grades during high school: Chemistry - 95 Physics - 98 Biology - 96 Trigonometry, Geometry, Algebra - 98, 97, 98 US History - 100 English - 93 Though I am most comfortable with Math, I am fully confident in my ability to teach any or all of these Regent exams. In...

5.0 (271)
300/hour
881 hours tutoring

I have taken the Regents with the following grades during high school: Chemistry - 95 Physics - 98 Biology - 96 Trigonometry, Geometry, Algebra - 98, 97, 98 US History - 100 English - 93 Though I am most comfortable with Math, I am fully confident in my ability to teach any or all of these Regent exams. In...

Obada G. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Obada G.
90/hour

New York City, NY

Harvard Grad — SAT/ACT Tutor & Ivy League/Oxbridge Admissions Coach

Unlock Your Academic Potential with a Harvard-Educated Mentor Are you ready to elevate your academic journey? With a Master's in Education from Harvard, a Summa Cum Laude Bachelor's in History and Pre-Med from the University of Michigan, and a postgraduate degree in Social/Political Science from...

5.0 (3)
90/hour
6 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Unlock Your Academic Potential with a Harvard-Educated Mentor Are you ready to elevate your academic journey? With a Master's in Education from Harvard, a Summa Cum Laude Bachelor's in History and Pre-Med from the University of Michigan, and a postgraduate degree in Social/Political Science from...

Daniel H. New York City, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Daniel H.
150/hour

New York City, NY

5 on the European History AP & Magna History Degree from Harvard

I can assist you in achieving a top score on the AP European History exam. We will work together to develop specific strategies that will enable you to succeed with both the multiple choice and essay components of the exam. Furthermore, I will make sure that you emerge from tutoring with a strong sense of the...

4.8 (56)
150/hour
596 hours tutoring

I can assist you in achieving a top score on the AP European History exam. We will work together to develop specific strategies that will enable you to succeed with both the multiple choice and essay components of the exam. Furthermore, I will make sure that you emerge from tutoring with a strong sense of the...

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