Tutoring
Online and in-person tutoring in writing, literature, history, public speaking, and the humanities.
subjects i tutor
Literature
I work with students on close reading, comprehension, interpretation, discussion, literary analysis, and writing about books with confidence and care.
Writing
I help students with thesis statements, paragraph structure, outlining, essay organization, grammar, clarity, revision, and the full writing process from idea to polished draft.
history
I tutor U.S. History, World History, historical reading, note-taking, essay writing, and the skills needed to understand causes, arguments, evidence, and context.
public speaking
I help students prepare speeches, organize their ideas, improve delivery, build confidence, and speak with clarity and purpose.
humanities support
Because many humanities assignments combine reading, thinking, discussion, and writing, I often help students connect these skills rather than treating each assignment in isolation.
Who i work with
I work especially well with:
- Middle school students
- High school students
- Homeschool students
- Students in classical or humanities-focused programs
- Students who need help with essays and written assignments
- Students who are bright but disorganized
- Students who lack confidence in writing or speaking
- Older students who need careful feedback on papers
online and in-person
I offer both online tutoring and in-person tutoring.
Online tutoring is available for students who want help with writing, reading, literature, history, public speaking, or essay revision from home.
In-person tutoring may be available for students in or near the West Monroe, Louisiana area, depending on location, schedule, and subject.
Sessions may focus on a current assignment, a long-term skill, test preparation, essay revision, reading comprehension, or general academic growth.
approach
My approach is patient, structured, and practical.
I begin by identifying the specific skill or difficulty that needs attention. Then I help the student take the next clear step: understanding the assignment, forming a thesis, organizing an argument, revising a paragraph, reading a difficult passage, or preparing to speak with confidence.
I do not simply correct work for students. I teach them how to think through the work themselves so that they grow in both competence and confidence.
credentials and experience
I hold a B.A. in History from Southern Arkansas University and have taught middle and high school students in writing, literature, history, grammar, and philosophy. Since 2021, I have served as a teacher and headmaster at Geneva Academy in West Monroe, LA.
My classroom teaching has been writing-intensive, and I have regularly helped students read carefully, build arguments, revise drafts, and communicate clearly. I have also designed literature and history curricula and provided detailed feedback on student writing.
I am also available through Wyzant, where my tutor profile lists writing, literature, history, public speaking, thesis writing, and related subjects.
booking options
Book through Wyzant
For students and families who prefer to use an established tutoring platform, I am available through Wyzant.
Request tutoring directly
You may also contact me directly to ask about availability, online tutoring, in-person tutoring, subjects, scheduling, and rates. (see form below)
James W. Gunter 