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Adam W.

PhD World History, 10+ Years Teaching Experience, AP Grader

PhD World History, 10+ Years Teaching Experience, AP Grader

$60/hour

5.0 (404 ratings)

  • 862 hours tutoring

  • Phoenix, AZ 85003

About Adam

Bio

For me, teaching is about unleashing the best in my students. It is about helping them develop the skills, awareness and knowledge needed to succeed not only in their core studies but in anything they set out to learn and master. When my students succeed I do as well.

I have been teaching for over a decade in in-person and online classrooms in the United States and in Japan. I serve annually as an AP grader. I have worked in and managed writing centers/labs, specializing in essay revision...

For me, teaching is about unleashing the best in my students. It is about helping them develop the skills, awareness and knowledge needed to succeed not only in their core studies but in anything they set out to learn and master. When my students succeed I do as well.

I have been teaching for over a decade in in-person and online classrooms in the United States and in Japan. I serve annually as an AP grader. I have worked in and managed writing centers/labs, specializing in essay revision and college entrance applications. With a PhD in World History, an MA in modern Japanese history and a BA in English Literature and Philosophy, I am here to assist students in History, English, Japanese and proofreading/writing.

I design tutoring sessions based on what you need and want to learn. We will take the time to assess the skills and content you need, assess the materials that are available to ascertain which fits best with the way(s) you learn, and calibrate accordingly. Every session is not only an opportunity to learn but to modify our approach until it as smooth and effective as possible. If you are looking for a tutor who will actively listen and modulate instruction based on you, please write.

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Education

Whittier College
Phil., Engl Lit
University of Hawaii
Masters
University of Hawaii
PhD

Policies

  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person and online
  • Hourly rate: $60 for in-person / $60 for online
  • Travel policy: Within 0 miles of Phoenix, AZ 85003
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 1/31/2017

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Subjects

Corporate Training

Japanese,

Japanese

I've been engaged in academic Japanese-language research and education for almost a decade, having completed a PhD in Japanese agricultural history. But because I only started learning Japanese the year before grad. school, I had to learn quickly and efficiently. As a result, I'm familiar with a wide range of materials and learning approaches and can help you develop an assemblage that works best for how you learn.
Proofreading,

Proofreading

I have several peer-reviewed publications, have edited for academic journals and regularly review new textbooks in my fields of expertise. During my career, I have worked in and directed writing centers specializing in analytical writing and college entrance/applications. In tutoring and editing, I am happy to work with students on long research papers as much as shorter assignments, inclusive of creative writing and DBQ, LEQ and SAQ compositions.
Grammar

Elementary Education

Grammar, Vocabulary

English

Literature,

Literature

Although I have a PhD in History, my BA is in English Literature, with a specialization in Metaphysical Poetry and Literary Crit. I've taught English Language and Literature at AP, Honors and standard levels, both in the US and abroad, inclusive of courses in American, British and World Literature.
Proofreading,

Proofreading

I have several peer-reviewed publications, have edited for academic journals and regularly review new textbooks in my fields of expertise. During my career, I have worked in and directed writing centers specializing in analytical writing and college entrance/applications. In tutoring and editing, I am happy to work with students on long research papers as much as shorter assignments, inclusive of creative writing and DBQ, LEQ and SAQ compositions.
Writing,

Writing

I have several peer-reviewed publications, have edited for academic journals and regularly review new textbooks in my fields of expertise. During my career, I have worked in and directed writing centers specializing in analytical writing and college entrance/applications. In tutoring and editing, I am happy to work with students on long research papers as much as shorter assignments, inclusive of creative writing and DBQ, LEQ and SAQ compositions.
English, Grammar, SAT Writing, TOEFL, Vocabulary

History

American History,

American History

I've taught American History (college, AP, honors and regular curriculum) for over a decade. My classes have included American History in national, regional and global contexts. In addition, I've edited publications for peer-reviewed journals in the field. In tutoring, I have excelled in teaching students how to earn top scores on standardized history exams, inclusive of the AP and SAT II subject exams.
European History,

European History

One of my four fields of expertise in my doctoral training was modern European history; I have publications in the field in addition to over ten years of teaching the subject at college and AP-levels. In tutoring, I excel in clarifying complicated themes and terms, as well as teaching students how to earn top scores on their standardized exams.
Philosophy,

Philosophy

I have a BA in Philosophy, including training in both continental and Asian schools of thought. Through my history of philosophy course work I have experience inclusive of classical, medieval and modern thinkers, though I suppose I am most familiar with nineteenth-century European social and political philosophy.
Religion,

Religion

I have taught religion in historical contexts for over a decade, inclusive of all of the world's major faiths and ideologies. I hold a minor in religious studies and a PhD in world history.
World History,

World History

I have a PhD in World History and have taught the subject at college and high school levels, including AP and honors courses, for over a decade. I have several publications in the field and work regularly in the peer-review of articles and textbooks for several major academic publishers. In tutoring, I excel in teaching students how to earn top scores on standardized history exams, inclusive of the AP and SAT II subject exams.
Geography, Government & Politics, Political Science, Social Studies

Homeschool

Japanese,

Japanese

I've been engaged in academic Japanese-language research and education for almost a decade, having completed a PhD in Japanese agricultural history. But because I only started learning Japanese the year before grad. school, I had to learn quickly and efficiently. As a result, I'm familiar with a wide range of materials and learning approaches and can help you develop an assemblage that works best for how you learn.
Writing,

Writing

I have several peer-reviewed publications, have edited for academic journals and regularly review new textbooks in my fields of expertise. During my career, I have worked in and directed writing centers specializing in analytical writing and college entrance/applications. In tutoring and editing, I am happy to work with students on long research papers as much as shorter assignments, inclusive of creative writing and DBQ, LEQ and SAQ compositions.
Biology, English

Language

Japanese,

Japanese

I've been engaged in academic Japanese-language research and education for almost a decade, having completed a PhD in Japanese agricultural history. But because I only started learning Japanese the year before grad. school, I had to learn quickly and efficiently. As a result, I'm familiar with a wide range of materials and learning approaches and can help you develop an assemblage that works best for how you learn.
TOEFL

Most Popular

Japanese,

Japanese

I've been engaged in academic Japanese-language research and education for almost a decade, having completed a PhD in Japanese agricultural history. But because I only started learning Japanese the year before grad. school, I had to learn quickly and efficiently. As a result, I'm familiar with a wide range of materials and learning approaches and can help you develop an assemblage that works best for how you learn.
Writing,

Writing

I have several peer-reviewed publications, have edited for academic journals and regularly review new textbooks in my fields of expertise. During my career, I have worked in and directed writing centers specializing in analytical writing and college entrance/applications. In tutoring and editing, I am happy to work with students on long research papers as much as shorter assignments, inclusive of creative writing and DBQ, LEQ and SAQ compositions.
Biology, English

Other

Philosophy,

Philosophy

I have a BA in Philosophy, including training in both continental and Asian schools of thought. Through my history of philosophy course work I have experience inclusive of classical, medieval and modern thinkers, though I suppose I am most familiar with nineteenth-century European social and political philosophy.
Religion,

Religion

I have taught religion in historical contexts for over a decade, inclusive of all of the world's major faiths and ideologies. I hold a minor in religious studies and a PhD in world history.
Geography, Government & Politics

Science

Philosophy,

Philosophy

I have a BA in Philosophy, including training in both continental and Asian schools of thought. Through my history of philosophy course work I have experience inclusive of classical, medieval and modern thinkers, though I suppose I am most familiar with nineteenth-century European social and political philosophy.
Biology, Ecology

Summer

Japanese,

Japanese

I've been engaged in academic Japanese-language research and education for almost a decade, having completed a PhD in Japanese agricultural history. But because I only started learning Japanese the year before grad. school, I had to learn quickly and efficiently. As a result, I'm familiar with a wide range of materials and learning approaches and can help you develop an assemblage that works best for how you learn.
Writing,

Writing

I have several peer-reviewed publications, have edited for academic journals and regularly review new textbooks in my fields of expertise. During my career, I have worked in and directed writing centers specializing in analytical writing and college entrance/applications. In tutoring and editing, I am happy to work with students on long research papers as much as shorter assignments, inclusive of creative writing and DBQ, LEQ and SAQ compositions.
Biology

Test Preparation

SAT Writing, TOEFL

Ratings and Reviews

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Featured review

Excellent caring tutor! Goes out of his way to help students. Nicest and kindest tutor.

Adam has taught English and history. I yet have to come across a teacher like Adam. He goes out of his way to help you to make sure you grasp the concept. He is the nicest and the kindest person. He is very engaging. You will be very lucky to work with him. He is the best teacher I have worked with. So lucky to have found him. He is exceptionally awesome!!

Mamtha, 45 lessons with Adam

AP History, fantastic, patient

This Lesson gave my daughter the confidence she needed going into the first part of her final which she had been lacking all year. We don’t know the grade yet but the fact that after she took the final and felt like she knew what she was doing and answered the essays well is a huge step gained.

Amber, 5 lessons with Adam

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Adam helped me to understand AP European history. I know I can make arrangements with him when I am stuck on a perspective and he will clear it up for me. He also makes the historical facts interesting!

Cheyenne, 3 lessons with Adam

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Adam has helped my daughter tremendously in High School English and AP History. He prepared her for a Socratic seminar on All Quiet on the Western Front in which she scored the highest in her class. Her history scores have dramatically improved. I could not ask for a better tutor.

Steve, 9 lessons with Adam

Very intelligent and caring tutor

This was the 2nd session my 17-year-old son had with Adam on a timed essay. Adam is clearly a very intelligent person with a warm heart. He was not only able to point out exactly what my son needed to work on but also coached him to be more confident. We were so happy that we found him!

Keiko, 2 lessons with Adam

Patient and great tutor

Adam is a great, responsible tutor. My son took help from Adam for English and History assignments. My son is not a great writer, but Adam took the time and understand my son's needs and help him. Now my son feels very comfortable writing his essays and we are happy to find him.

Kalpana, 7 lessons with Adam

Great AP Euro tutor

Very knowledgeable, very helpful. He knows the subjects of European history, World History, US history and related topics very well. He is a very helpful teacher.

Christopher, 5 lessons with Adam

Actively engaged tutor with helpful suggestions!

Wow! Adam not only made necessary improvements to a thesis paper (on a challenging subject), but he also made suggestions on how to rework the format to make the arguments more convincing. Turn around time was fast on multiple drafts.

Michelle, 2 lessons with Adam

Great tutor

My son was impressed with his first lesson. He told me mom he’s a genius. He knows everything and explained to me in such an easy way. Also he said he’s a cool tutor. The empathy is part of the success. I'm glad we've chosen Adam.

Sejana, 11 lessons with Adam

Very helpful

I was having trouble with compiling a DBQ packet into an essay, we scheduled a time with ease. He jumped right in with me and we took notes to get ready for the essay. Now I feel ready to draft my essay.

Lukas, 1 lesson with Adam
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$60/hour

Adam W.

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