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UVA grad, AP Gov., AP Macro, AP Research, and college counseling.
Ken B.

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I received a B.A. from the University of Virginia where I was a history major and a government minor. Later, I received my certificate in Social Studies (7-12), middle school education (4-8), and earned a M.Ed. I have taught most of the core social studies classes as well as AP US Government , AP Research, and AP Macroeconomics at a top 100 high school (US News and World Report). In all 3 AP classes my students score far above the national average. I have taught for over 30 years and have...

I received a B.A. from the University of Virginia where I was a history major and a government minor. Later, I received my certificate in Social Studies (7-12), middle school education (4-8), and earned a M.Ed. I have taught most of the core social studies classes as well as AP US Government , AP Research, and AP Macroeconomics at a top 100 high school (US News and World Report). In all 3 AP classes my students score far above the national average. I have taught for over 30 years and have experience tutoring online and in person. Additionally, I was a reader for AP US Government and Politics exam for over a decade and have been a reader for the AP Macroeconomics exam for 3 years.

I have also helped students with the college application process for over 25 years. I can help with resume writing, college essay writing, personal statements, interviews, proofing, etc. I have helped students gain admission into all levels of colleges and universities. Both students and guidance counselors at my school have asked me to edit college and scholarship applications/essays.

When I tutor students, I try my best to meet their individual needs. I try to find out the specific areas the student has more trouble with and look to concentrate on those topics. I have multiples of ways to explain topics, many sample AP questions, and try to explain concepts both orally and visually when possible. I also have students show/discuss concepts to show me understanding.

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Education

University of Virginia
History
Columbus State University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $80
  • Rate details: If a lesson is cancelled in less than 2 hours, or it is a no-show, the entire session fee will be charged.
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 11/4/2023

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College Counseling

College Counseling

I have both helped students look at and pick colleges as well as helped edit college applications/essays/personal statement. I have also helped students with scholarship applications/essays as well. Students that I have helped have applied to undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Students that I have worked with have received admission to all levels of undergraduate and graduate schools, including the Ivy League schools. I work at a US News and World Report top 100 high school where the students and former students frequently apply to competitive programs. I have helped students with applications and essays for scholarships and awards as well.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I have taught high school (at a top 100 National school) for over 28 years and multiples of my classes have included writing essays. I have also taught AP Research which is a class where students write a 4000-5000 word paper. I have also been involved helping students write essays and editing those essays for college applications, scholarships, award programs, etc.
Geography

Geography

I have taught Social Studies for over 30 years and took a geography class in graduate school. I have been interested in both human and physical geography for decades. I have integrated geography into multiples of classes I have taught.
Government & Politics

Government & Politics

Not only did I teach AP US Government and Politics for 15 years, but I was also hired by AP to help score the national exam for 16 years. My students scored exceptionally high on the national exam and I am familiar with the curriculum. Government was my minor in college and I continue to keep up with government and politics on a daily basis.
Interview Prep

Interview Prep

I have been an interviewer at the state level for my state Governor's School for multiples of years and was also a state level interviewer for the US Senate Youth Program for about a decade. I also help students prepare for college, scholarship, and award interviews in my school.
Macroeconomics

Macroeconomics

I have taught Economics for over 14 years and AP Macro for over 13 years. My students are incredibly successful on the national exam, not just with a high overall pass rate (over 85%), but more of my students make a 5 than any other score. Also, I have been an AP Macroeconomics reader (national test grader for the Free Response) for 3 years.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I have proofread/edited for a daily newspaper and I have helped proofread/edited hundreds of college, scholarship, and summer program applications. I would like to use my skills to help people. I can help with educational writing as well as other types of writing.
Social Studies

Social Studies

I have been teaching Social Studies for over 30 years and am certified grades 4-12 in the area. I have taught both middle and high school. Over the years, I have taught a variety of subjects including US history, world history, economics, humanities, sociology, current issues, government and politics, and world cultures. I have also taught AP Macroeconomics, AP US Government and Politics, as well as AP Research.
World History

World History

I have a B.A. from the University of Virginia where I majored in history. Additionally, I taught World History for a little over 10 years.

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Don't look anywhere else for an AP Macro tutor!

Ken has been invaluable to my son grasping the nuances of AP Macroeconomics. He is very personable, knowledgeable, and approachable. My son truly enjoys his sessions and feels more confident in class after meeting with Ken. Ken recognizes your student’s strengths and focuses on the holes or weaknesses, tailoring his sessions to your students needs. He always does his best to accommodate my son’s schedule, working in extra sessions when needed. You don’t need to look anywhere else for a great AP Macro tutor!

Toni , 25 lessons with Ken

Outstanding Tutor

Ken was incredibly helpful in helping my son prepare for his AP Macro class/exam. Ken broke down complex concepts and made them much more understandable. After a number of lessons with Ken, my son has a much better command of the material and is now excelling in the class. I strongly recommend Ken.

Steven, 3 lessons with Ken

Great Tutor

Ken teach Macroeconomics my son. He is in 12th grade and he was struggling with some of the concepts. Ken made himself available and help him with a direct impact on his grade.

Luc, 4 lessons with Ken

excellent Econ tutor!

Ken worked with my daughter on some new material before a test. His explanations helped her a lot and she got an A on the test!

Michael, 17 lessons with Ken

Incredible Tutor

I met with Ken the day before the AP Gov exam and he provided very good feedback on my FRQs as compared with all the other tutors I’ve met with. I would strongly recommend and I think it will be highly beneficial in scoring a 5 - I already felt familiar with the MCQ and knew the content but he taught me how to better write the FRQs in the way the AP Gov Exam is looking for.

Pairie, 1 lesson with Ken

Good at explaining & knowledgeable

My daughter has struggled with AP Macro this semester and I only wish we would have found Ken sooner! After the first session she said she had learned more in an hour than she felt she had all semester! Ken was thorough with explaining and gave examples she could easily relate to. He is a really great teacher/tutor. My daughter will be taking Micro next fall in college and we've already discussed a schedule to have Ken help along the way.

Melissa, 3 lessons with Ken

Ken measure students understanding and adjust accordingly. Great teacher

My son has experimented with several instructors for AP Economics, and Ken stands out as the finest. What sets him apart is his approach of presenting students with the broader perspective and the reasons behind it. Furthermore, he consistently engages students by posing questions throughout the lesson, encouraging them to discover the correct responses on their own. Additionally, he integrates informal quizzes and assignments. I am convinced that this method is the most efficient, not only in equipping students with a firm understanding necessary for the AP exam but also in unveiling the allure of Macroeconomics to them

James, 5 lessons with Ken

Helpful and Patient

Ken allowed me to understand more in less than an hour, than my professor was able to do in 3 weeks. He's very wise in economics, and was able to make the concepts easy for me to understand, when I originally thought it was difficult. He's very patient and knows how to get you on the same page as him without just giving you the answers to things. If I need help in this class again, I will definitely be using him!

Elyn, 2 lessons with Ken

Very knowledgeable and very helpful

Ken is an excellent tutor and helped our daughter understand the macro economic material for her AP Econ class homework and exams. He is always very reliable and made himself available on short notice. We highly recommend him.

Sophia, 3 lessons with Ken

This is the one you need for AP Macroeconomics

Ken stepped in to tutor my son at short notice and under very stressful circumstances. His background and experience as an Macroeconomics teacher allowed him and my son to connect quickly. I highly recommend Ken and will continue to use him in the future.

Donald, 3 lessons with Ken
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