I am a high school social studies teacher with 23 years of experience, specializing in AP United States History and AP Government and Politics. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Education from the University of Maryland College of Education and a Master’s degree in Adolescent Development. I teach at an accredited STEM School of Distinction in North Carolina, recognized as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School and consistently ranked among the top in the state. My students have...
I am a high school social studies teacher with 23 years of experience, specializing in AP United States History and AP Government and Politics. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Education from the University of Maryland College of Education and a Master’s degree in Adolescent Development. I teach at an accredited STEM School of Distinction in North Carolina, recognized as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School and consistently ranked among the top in the state. My students have achieved strong AP outcomes, with pass rates of 92% in AP U.S. History and 91% in AP Government.
I have worked with high school students in classroom, small-group, and one-on-one settings, including prior experience as a tutor with proven results. My approach focuses on helping students master AP exam skills, especially DBQs, LEQs, and FRQs. I emphasize clear thesis writing, use of evidence, and structured reasoning, while providing targeted feedback and guided practice.
As a former television journalist, I also help students strengthen their writing, source analysis, and ability to communicate ideas clearly. I work with students preparing for AP exams or seeking to improve performance in AP coursework, with the goal of building confidence and achieving measurable score gains.
