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Experienced AP History Teacher and DBQ Specialist
Amy B.

5.0 (266 ratings)

663 hours tutoring

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Hi! My name is Amy and I am a veteran history teacher (12 years!) and I live in Brooklyn, New York. Prior to teaching, I spent 8 years on Capitol Hill as a policy advisor. Teaching government comes naturally to me because I actually lived it.

While walking the halls of power was fun, I love working with students. I currently teach 9th grade global history and a 12th grade politics at a rigorous independent school in Manhattan. I have taught world and US history at the middle and high...

Hi! My name is Amy and I am a veteran history teacher (12 years!) and I live in Brooklyn, New York. Prior to teaching, I spent 8 years on Capitol Hill as a policy advisor. Teaching government comes naturally to me because I actually lived it.

While walking the halls of power was fun, I love working with students. I currently teach 9th grade global history and a 12th grade politics at a rigorous independent school in Manhattan. I have taught world and US history at the middle and high school level, and have taught AP World History and AP US History. I've tutored these subjects and AP US Government for over 8 years.

What do students love about working with me? I'll let my former tutees say it for themselves: I have a strong command for AP history material; I help students prepare in concrete ways for challenging, on-demand writing tasks; and I help ease student anxiety about exam prep. My students often learn more in their hour with me each week than with their actual teacher. (Feel free to read other student and family feedback to get to know me better!) While many of my students have earned 4s and 5s on their AP exams, just as many who have earned 3s (and happily!!) have expressed satisfaction with exceeding their own expectations with preparing for these rigorous courses and exams.

What else to say? I love teaching because I love seeing my students' development as thinkers and writers. I also love the relationships I have built with students, many of which will last a lifetime. I am excited to help you develop your skills and study habits! Hope to hear from you soon.

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Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Political Science, Zoology
Public Policy, The George Washington University
Masters
Relay Graduate School of Education
MEd
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $95
  • Rate details: For lessons with two students, I charge $65/hr for each student. For three or more, $45/hr per student.
  • Lesson cancellation: 1 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 4/12/2017

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American History

American History

I taught AP US History and other US history courses for several years. I've also tutored AP History courses for more than 5 years. As a former learning specialist, I supported students with disabilities and others who may have special needs. I also taught a pre-AP US History course for two years, where I gave direct instruction on DBQ analysis and writing.
Common Core

Common Core

As a history teacher, I teach a Common Core aligned curriculum which focuses on non-fiction standards. Most of my work centers around determining a central idea with appropriate supporting evidence, analysis related to overall context and theme, and determining point of view/purpose within a text. I aim for students to use context to articulate the most authentic ideas possible, but understand that students need scaffolds and practice to develop strong writing habits as well.
Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice

In graduate school, I specialized in social policy, which meant I took several courses in the sociology department. This includes a small seminar that focused on the corrections system, and other coursework on urban policy problems and economic justice. I also specialized in criminal justice policy as a Capitol Hill aide, including juvenile justice policy and reducing crack cocaine disparities.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I am a veteran history teacher and I teach students essay writing as part of my curriculum. In the 9th grade, I am focused on develop defensible thesis statements and arguments that present a position and refute a counter position. I feel confident in my ability to help students of all ages improve their writing skills.
European History

European History

I am a world history teacher and have taught many topics assessed by the College Board for the AP European History course. I have significant experience teaching AP history writing skills as well.
Government & Politics

Government & Politics

I currently teach a government and politics class at my school. I am a former senior Congressional aide, so much of my instruction is based on my actual lived experience. I have a degree in Political Science and a master's degree in Public Policy. I have nearly 10 years of experience teaching history.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I am a veteran history teacher who has supported students making applications to college. I work with students to develop authentic reflections about their lives and experiences. I believe strongly in coaching students to present themselves honestly and holistically to build the strongest application possible.
Political Science

Political Science

I teach government and politics to high school seniors. have a degree in Political Science from Wisconsin, and I have a Master of Public Policy degree from the George Washington University. Additionally, I served as a policy advisor in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2006-2013 where I gained significant experience in how the U.S. government works.
Social Studies

Social Studies

I am a certified middle grades teacher in NY state. I am also highly qualified to teaching students with disabilities. I have taught US and world history at the middle and high school levels. I have also written middle school curriculum and developed other middle school history teachers in world history content.
Special Needs

Special Needs

I am certified as highly qualified to teach special education in NY State. I have several years' experience as a co-teacher, and am transitioning to work as a learning specialist in high school. I assess what students are able to do and create scaffolds that support students' gaps. I break down texts so that they are more manageable, but believe students who struggle benefit from a high bar for excellence and will work toward it with support!
Study Skills

Study Skills

Veteran history teacher with training in special education to support students’ planning and organization to improve grades. I also provide strategies to improve study habits.
United States History

United States History

I am a veteran high school history teacher and I have tutored AP US History for over 7 years. I taught US history at the middle and high school levels for 4 years. I feel confident with working with students who are not pursuing AP but still need support with content, themes, historical narratives, and other thinking skills.
World History

World History

I taught AP World History and currently teach world history. I've also tutored AP History courses for more than 5 years. As a former learning specialist, I supported students with disabilities and others who may have special needs. I also taught a pre-AP World History course for two years, where I gave direct instruction on DBQ analysis and writing.
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Highly knowledgeable & patient tutor!

Amy was such a blessing for my daughter over the summer helping her with her AP summer assignments. She was extremely flexible with my daughter's ever changing schedule and even met with over her vacation time to insure she was ready for the start of the school year. Amy was not only extremely knowledgeable about the material, but she was also able to help my daughter become a more proficient notetaker. I highly recommend Amy and will continue to hire her as a supplement during my daughter's school year.

Lauren, 12 lessons with Amy

Highly recommend

Amy is tutoring my son In AP US History and my son really enjoys working with her. He got an A on his test after their session. Amy is excellent with him and is very engaging. Highly recommend

Jennifer, 1 lesson with Amy

Very knowledgeable

Amy teaches my son AP World History. She focuses on developing skills to successfully attempt the AP exam questions. She also prepares him to approach the essay questions by teaching him writing and critical thinking strategies.

Zainab, 6 lessons with Amy

Experienced Teacher and historian

Amy is a caring, experienced teacher. History is her expertise, she is excellent with organization, content and editing. She has the ability to guide you and get the best out of you.

Luis, 3 lessons with Amy

Amy knows her stuff and is an excellent teacher!

My daughter participated in Amy's APUSH study groups for the AP exam. She was uncertain and overwhelmed by all the info, but Amy was able to coax out her confidence out with well-planned exercises and drills. Amy's coaching of consistent discipline up till the last night of the exam helped my daughter profoundly - and right after the exam, she texted me to say that the test had gone well. But the most important by-product of Amy's tutoring was my daughter's recognition that her nerves and anxiety were getting in the way of connecting with the questions in front of her, and thus while studying she was able to summon the determination to understand the questions fully before moving on. Major epiphany for my daughter, which in my book equates to true confidence which she will take to college with her. Thanks, Amy!

Julia, 10 lessons with Amy

great tutor

Amy did a wonderful job of tutoring my daughter. She is very informative and patient. My daughter has picked up quite a few tips and her study habits have improved.

Katrina, 13 lessons with Amy

Review of first lesson

Excellent class!!! Very educational and helped my daughter to understand the content!!! My daughter feels more confident with the content.

Milana , 8 lessons with Amy

Amazing teacher!

Ms. Amy definitely made me feel better about the APUSH exam. It was really helpful to go step-by-step through the process of planning DBQs, and learning important tips like sourcing. I learned how to better condense my ideas and organize efficiently. She’s also very easy to talk to and even helped me revise a DBQ multiple times after our session! She is such an amazing teacher and I am lucky to have her as my tutor. I highly recommend her!

Agnes, 4 lessons with Amy

Outstanding History Tutor

Amy is amazing teacher! She is extremely knowledgeable about APUSH and is passionate about helping my kid succeed! My kid was struggling with her DBQ essay for APUSH but she was extremely efficient and my kid understood so much better after her first lesson. She was able to explain and analyze my kid’s essay and even revised the material via email after the lesson to make sure my kid understood. Highly recommend Amy as a tutor. Thank you so much Amy!

Agnes, 4 lessons with Amy

Knowledgeable patient and great tutor!

Amy helped my daughter do much with her nsl ap gov test. She helped with writing, understanding content and discussion points. My daughter looked forward to her tutoring sessions and found them helpful. I highly recommend Amy.

Mayra, 7 lessons with Amy
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