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PhD Candidate specializing in History, Essay Writing, Test Prep
Hilary B.

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I am a historian, PhD candidate, and former college instructor. I teach because I love helping students develop important skills, knowledge, confidence, and a genuine love of learning.

I help students at all levels with history, English, essay writing, and other humanities and social studies topics. Specific college history classes that I taught include: U.S. history/American history, Western Civilizations, European history, and world history.

I also frequently work with students on AP...

I am a historian, PhD candidate, and former college instructor. I teach because I love helping students develop important skills, knowledge, confidence, and a genuine love of learning.

I help students at all levels with history, English, essay writing, and other humanities and social studies topics. Specific college history classes that I taught include: U.S. history/American history, Western Civilizations, European history, and world history.

I also frequently work with students on AP class work, test preparation, and college admissions essays. I specifically work with students to develop a deep understanding of historical issues and concepts, as well as to improve research and writing skills.

My research focuses on the Cold War, nuclear history, environmental history, and public history. I take a unique approach to teaching and incorporate different types of sources to accommodate different interests and learning styles. Examples include historical objects, diaries, podcasts, music, etc. In evaluations, my students reported that they found my methods to be interesting, engaging, and useful.

When working with writing students I am careful to meet each student where they are. Above all, I seek to build students' confidence in their abilities. I work with students on every aspect of writing: thesis development, researching, outlining, drafting, and revising. When working on class assignments I help students to work through the specific assignment while also keeping an eye on building skills and confidence. And when working with students on college admissions essays (including Common App essays), I help students to develop their unique voice and perspective so that their applications will shine.

I am a patient and positive tutor and adapt every session to the individual student. Whether you need help mastering a topic, developing a plan of action, getting past blank page syndrome, or simply proofreading at the end of a project, I’m here to help.

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Education

Walla Walla University, College Place, Washington
History
Claremont Graduate University
Masters

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  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: Special rates may apply for multiple-hour lessons and group lessons.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 7/3/2025

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American History

American History

I am a historian and PhD candidate specializing in U.S. history. In the past I have worked as a college history instructor, museum specialist, and oral historian. My current research focuses specifically on the Cold War in the Pacific Northwest. Additional areas of interest include nuclear history, environmental history, migration, women's history, imperialism, and 9/11.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I am a history PhD candidate and former college history instructor. Historical study demands the development of critical thinking and writing skills. For this reason, I emphasized assignments that were thesis-driven and supported by evidence, analysis, and clear, persuasive writing. Through these methods, I helped my students not only with the course material itself but also with their writing and reasoning skills.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I am a PhD candidate specializing in U.S. history and in the past I have worked as a college history instructor. In my capacity as an instructor I extensively worked with students to improve their writing skills. I also have experience working with academic and professional clients from a wide range of disciplines. For example, I have helped numerous graduate students, particularly ESL students in the sciences, to polish their writing for publication. I have also worked with clients in the real estate and financial sector to improve their marketing materials and grant applications.
Social Studies

Social Studies

I'm a PhD candidate in US history and have several years experience teaching all aspects of social studies and the humanities. I have experience as a college history professor, a middle school history and social studies homeschool teacher, and have worked with numerous students one-on-one in geography, civics, sociology, political science, pre-law, and more.
Thesis Writing

Thesis Writing

I am a PhD candidate specializing in U.S. history. I have significant experience working on large research writing projects including my master's thesis and my doctoral dissertation. I also have experience as a college instructor. I emphasized assignments that were thesis-driven and supported by evidence, analysis, and clear, persuasive writing. Through these methods, I helped my students not only with the course material itself but also with their writing and reasoning skills. I am most equipped to help with qualitative research methodologies, thesis development, argumentation, and structure.
United States History

United States History

I am a PhD candidate specializing in U.S. history. In the past I have worked as a college history instructor, museum specialist, and oral historian. My current research focuses specifically on the Cold War in the Pacific Northwest. Additional areas of interest include nuclear history, environmental history, migration, women's history, imperialism, and 9/11.
ACT English
ACT Reading
English
ESL/ESOL
European History
Geography
Government & Politics
Grammar
Literature
Phonics
Political Science
Reading
SAT Writing
Spelling
Study Skills
Vocabulary
World History
Writing
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An amazing and patient tutor!

Hilary has to be one of the best tutors I have had yet and is the reason I am doing so well in my US History course this semester. She is kind, patient, and very knowledgeable about every topic. She takes her time in answering any questions I may have, making sure I fully understand the concept. She truly cares about her students getting a great grade and doing the best they can. I could not recommend her enough, she's the absolute best!

Riley, 10 lessons with Hilary

Highly recommended !

Hilary is very professional and well prepared before our lesson. She gave best advices for my daughter‘s essay and my daughter said that it was very helpful and she enjoyed working with Hilary. Hilary is An Awesome person to work with. Thanks again, Hilary.

Hyun Jeong, 1 lesson with Hilary

Research Writing

I cannot recommend Ms. Hilary highly enough! Working with her on my project proposal was an exceptional experience. From the very beginning, she created a welcoming and engaging environment that made it easy to explore ideas and brainstorm creatively. She guided me through each section of my proposal, helping me clarify my thoughts and turn them into a clear, well-structured plan. What stood out most was how she collaborated with me to develop my ideas, offering insight and direction that made the process both productive and enjoyable. Her feedback on my draft was thoughtful, precise, and incredibly helpful. Ms. Hilary has a way of making you feel supported, understood, and motivated to do your best work. I’m so grateful for her guidance and expertise!

Harshini, 3 lessons with Hilary