1/4
Since September 2026
Instructor since September 2026
Former U.
From 85 C$ /h
Learn world history, international relations, and political science from a former U.S. diplomat with 16 years of professional experience in Asia, Africa, and Washington, D.C.
This class is designed for high school and university students, adult learners, and anyone interested in developing a deeper understanding of how international affairs, politics, economics, and diplomacy actually work. Lessons can be tailored to your interests, academic coursework, or professional goals.
Topics can include international relations and foreign policy; diplomacy and negotiation; the United Nations and other international organizations; U.S. government and foreign policy; international security; global economic and technology issues; cross-cultural communication; and the relationship between history and current world events.
My teaching style emphasizes understanding and discussion rather than simply memorizing facts. We'll examine why countries and leaders make the choices they do, how governments negotiate and cooperate, and how historical and cultural factors shape today's world.
Before transitioning into education, I served for 16 years as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer, with assignments in China, Indonesia, Madagascar, Chad, and Washington, D.C. I have also taught English in China and Japan, served as a graduate teaching assistant in international relations at American University, and taught undergraduate students at the University of Maryland.
Whether you're preparing for a class or exam, considering a career in international affairs, or simply want to understand world events more deeply, I will tailor our lessons to your interests and goals.
This class is designed for high school and university students, adult learners, and anyone interested in developing a deeper understanding of how international affairs, politics, economics, and diplomacy actually work. Lessons can be tailored to your interests, academic coursework, or professional goals.
Topics can include international relations and foreign policy; diplomacy and negotiation; the United Nations and other international organizations; U.S. government and foreign policy; international security; global economic and technology issues; cross-cultural communication; and the relationship between history and current world events.
My teaching style emphasizes understanding and discussion rather than simply memorizing facts. We'll examine why countries and leaders make the choices they do, how governments negotiate and cooperate, and how historical and cultural factors shape today's world.
Before transitioning into education, I served for 16 years as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer, with assignments in China, Indonesia, Madagascar, Chad, and Washington, D.C. I have also taught English in China and Japan, served as a graduate teaching assistant in international relations at American University, and taught undergraduate students at the University of Maryland.
Whether you're preparing for a class or exam, considering a career in international affairs, or simply want to understand world events more deeply, I will tailor our lessons to your interests and goals.
Extra information
No prior knowledge of history or international relations is required. Lessons are individually tailored to your background, interests, and goals.
If you are a student, feel free to send me information about your course, syllabus, assignment, or topics you would like help understanding before our lesson. I can also help you prepare for exams, essays, presentations, and class discussions.
If you are an adult learner or professional, we can design lessons around the international issues that interest you most—from diplomacy and foreign policy to current global events, international organizations, negotiation, and cross-cultural communication.
My goal is to create an engaging and relaxed environment where questions and discussion are encouraged. International affairs becomes much more interesting when we connect theories and historical events to how diplomacy and international relations work in the real world.
If you are a student, feel free to send me information about your course, syllabus, assignment, or topics you would like help understanding before our lesson. I can also help you prepare for exams, essays, presentations, and class discussions.
If you are an adult learner or professional, we can design lessons around the international issues that interest you most—from diplomacy and foreign policy to current global events, international organizations, negotiation, and cross-cultural communication.
My goal is to create an engaging and relaxed environment where questions and discussion are encouraged. International affairs becomes much more interesting when we connect theories and historical events to how diplomacy and international relations work in the real world.
Location
Online from United States
About Me
I am a former U.S. diplomat and experienced educator with a passion for helping students understand the world and communicate with confidence. Before transitioning into education, I spent 16 years as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer, serving in Asia, Africa, and Washington, D.C. My career focused on diplomacy, international affairs, negotiation, technology policy, and cross-cultural communication.
Teaching has also been an important part of my career. I have taught English in the United States and abroad, served as a graduate teaching assistant in international relations at American University, and taught undergraduate students at the University of Maryland. I enjoy teaching U.S. and world history, civics and government, international relations, and English.
My approach is friendly, discussion-based, and tailored to each student's goals. Rather than simply memorizing information, I want students to understand why things happen, make connections between ideas, and become more confident expressing their own thoughts.
Whether you need academic support, want to strengthen your communication skills, or simply love learning, I would be delighted to work with you.
Teaching has also been an important part of my career. I have taught English in the United States and abroad, served as a graduate teaching assistant in international relations at American University, and taught undergraduate students at the University of Maryland. I enjoy teaching U.S. and world history, civics and government, international relations, and English.
My approach is friendly, discussion-based, and tailored to each student's goals. Rather than simply memorizing information, I want students to understand why things happen, make connections between ideas, and become more confident expressing their own thoughts.
Whether you need academic support, want to strengthen your communication skills, or simply love learning, I would be delighted to work with you.
Education
- M.A. International Development, American University, Washington DC
- B.S. International Business, University of Maryland, College Park
- B.A. Art History and Archeology, University of Maryland, College Park
- B.S. International Business, University of Maryland, College Park
- B.A. Art History and Archeology, University of Maryland, College Park
Experience / Qualifications
- Foreign Service Officer, U.S. Department of State (2010-2026)
- English Teacher, LADO International College, Washington, DC 2007-2009
- Business English Teacher, University of Changzhou, China (2005-2006)
- English Teacher, AEON Japan, (2004-2005)
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate from the LADO Institute in Washington, DC (2004)
- English Teacher, LADO International College, Washington, DC 2007-2009
- Business English Teacher, University of Changzhou, China (2005-2006)
- English Teacher, AEON Japan, (2004-2005)
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate from the LADO Institute in Washington, DC (2004)
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
The class is taught in
English
French
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
Online via webcam
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
Develop a deeper understanding of U.S. history, world history, government, and civics through personalized one-on-one tutoring.
I work with middle school, high school, and college students who need help with coursework, exams, essays, presentations, or simply understanding challenging historical and political concepts. Lessons are tailored to the student's curriculum, level, learning style, and goals.
Rather than focusing only on memorizing names and dates, I help students understand the bigger picture: Why did events happen? What were their consequences? How are political, economic, cultural, and technological developments connected? And how does history help us understand the world today?
Topics can include U.S. history, world history, European and Asian history, U.S. government and the Constitution, civics, comparative government, international affairs, and related social studies subjects.
Before transitioning into education, I spent 16 years as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer, living and working in Asia, Africa, and Washington, D.C. I have also taught in the United States and abroad, served as a graduate teaching assistant at American University, and taught undergraduate students at the University of Maryland. I am currently completing Virginia's EducateVA Career Switcher Program as I transition into education.
My goal is not simply to help students improve their grades, but to help them become more confident learners who can analyze evidence, recognize connections, and explain historical and political ideas clearly.
I work with middle school, high school, and college students who need help with coursework, exams, essays, presentations, or simply understanding challenging historical and political concepts. Lessons are tailored to the student's curriculum, level, learning style, and goals.
Rather than focusing only on memorizing names and dates, I help students understand the bigger picture: Why did events happen? What were their consequences? How are political, economic, cultural, and technological developments connected? And how does history help us understand the world today?
Topics can include U.S. history, world history, European and Asian history, U.S. government and the Constitution, civics, comparative government, international affairs, and related social studies subjects.
Before transitioning into education, I spent 16 years as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer, living and working in Asia, Africa, and Washington, D.C. I have also taught in the United States and abroad, served as a graduate teaching assistant at American University, and taught undergraduate students at the University of Maryland. I am currently completing Virginia's EducateVA Career Switcher Program as I transition into education.
My goal is not simply to help students improve their grades, but to help them become more confident learners who can analyze evidence, recognize connections, and explain historical and political ideas clearly.
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