HUMANITIES

AP, Honors, Advanced

TUTORING

“Dr. C is truly the best AP history teacher anyone could have because of his ability to explain complicated content in a way that makes sense for students like me who were less familiar with world history or U. S. history before each course. He always came to class with enthusiasm- ready to share his unbelievable breadth of knowledge and answer any question from students who were struggling to understand tough material. I am so grateful that I was able to have Dr. C as my AP World and APUSH teacher as his engaging teaching led me to As, 5s, and a new love for history.” 

— Sydney Geft, Class of 2027

Reviews

“Dr. Cunningham is, without question, the best teacher I’ve ever had. I took AP U.S. Government, AP Comparative Government, AP World History, and AP Art History with him, and those classes completely changed the way I think about learning. What sets him apart is his ability to make students genuinely invested in the material. He turns complex topics into engaging discussions, constantly encouraging students to think critically, make connections, and explain their reasoning. Dr. Cunningham’s mastery of his subjects is remarkable. He explains difficult concepts with clarity, answers questions thoughtfully, and creates an environment where students feel comfortable asking for help. He is also funny, patient, approachable, and deeply committed to his students’ success.”

  • Sarah Datnow, Vanderbilt University

“Dr. Cunningham has been my teacher for the past four years, and his classes have consistently been among my favorites. I took AP World History, AP U.S. Government, Ancient World History, and AP Art History with him, earning a 4 or higher on every AP exam. His deep knowledge, enthusiasm for teaching, and ability to make complex material understandable have been invaluable to my academic success. I would highly recommend Dr. Cunningham to any student seeking a knowledgeable, supportive, and highly effective teacher or tutor.”

  • Nadine Schwarzblat, UCLA

WHO IS DR. C?

An educator with 30+ years of experience working with high school and college students in the classroom and in one-on-one or small group settings.

Teaching Experience

French for 3 years at a boarding school in the late 1980s

History, Art History, & Government for 15 years at an independent school in the DC suburbs from 1999-2014

History, Art History, & Government at an independent school in San Diego from 2015 to the present

Education

Ph.D., History, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, May 1998

M.A., History, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, May 1992

B.A., History, University of the South, Sewanee, TN, May 1986. - Phi Beta Kappa and Magna cum laude

Study abroad at Cambridge University in England, the University of Geneva in Switzerland, and the University of Grenoble in France

Request a Consultation

Please submit the information below to discuss your objectives and how I can help you achieve your goals.