Nathaniel Hogg
Meet Nathaniel Hogg - Expert ELA, History, Science, Math & SAT Prep Tutor
Nathaniel Hogg is a dedicated educator with five years of experience teaching middle and high school English and History. Based in Washington, DC, Nathaniel holds a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in History and Political Science from Yale University, as well as a Master of Science in International Relations from the University of Edinburgh. With a rich, diverse background spanning from AmeriCorps tutoring in New York City to teaching in Ethiopia with the Peace Corps, Nathaniel is passionate about building strong relationships with his students. He specializes in a wide range of core subjects and standardized test prep, expertly breaking down difficult concepts to help students from 3rd grade through adulthood build confidence and achieve success.
Areas Of Expertise:
English Language Arts (ELA) & Reading: Highly experienced in ELA, reading, writing, grammar, and literature analysis. He successfully oversaw measurable student growth on national exams as an AmeriCorps ELA Tutor.
History & Government: Expert in US History, World History I and II, Washington DC History, and US Government, backed by his Yale History and Political Science degree.
Math & Science: Confident and experienced in providing comprehensive tutoring support in both Math and Science.
Standardized Test Prep (SAT): Offers targeted preparation and strategy for high school students taking the SAT exam.
Specialized Education & Accommodations: Experienced in delivering specialized education tailored to independent education programs, seamlessly scaffolding lessons and assignments for different educational accommodations.
Grade Levels: Comfortable teaching a broad spectrum of learners, specifically spanning 3rd through 12th grade, as well as college students and adult learners.
Languages: Offers conversational oral ability in French and Amharic, intermediate writing ability in French, and basic skills in Czech.
Teaching Philosophy:
"I believe the essential ingredient to effective teaching is building strong, authentic relationships. When a student struggles with a concept, I reconnect them with the material by gaining a deeper understanding of what interests them, how they like to learn, and pointing directly to their past academic successes. I break down complex, intimidating topics into a series of smaller, approachable tasks so students experience constant 'small victories' throughout the process. I prioritize consistent positive reinforcement, and when persistent difficulty arises, I strategically shift focus to a area of comfort to rebuild confidence before tackling the challenge again with a refreshed mindset."
What Makes Nathaniel Special:
Yale & Edinburgh Ivy-Tier Scholar: Holds advanced degrees from top international institutions, including a B.A. from Yale University and an MSc from the University of Edinburgh.
Diverse Teaching Background: Currently teaches History and Government at the Maya Angelou PCS Academy at the DC Jail, adapting curricula and teaching independent education programs for incarcerated adult learners. He also served as an 11th Grade English Teacher in rural Ethiopia with the Peace Corps, where he designed curricula and ran multiple English clubs.
AmeriCorps & Afterschool Leadership: Served in the AmeriCorps Tutor Corps at Great Oaks Charter School in NYC, focusing on small-group ELA instruction. He has extensive experience leading homework help clubs in Ethiopia and NYC, and volunteered with the Boys and Girls afterschool program during high school and college.
Measurable Academic Growth: While tutoring 7th graders in New York, he oversaw an average growth of .7 points for his small group students on their national exam (which is graded on a 1 to 4 scale).
Strategic Extracurricular Coaching: Headed a Chess Club at Great Oaks Charter School, teaching players from beginner to advanced levels and focusing on complicated strategy. He is also a highly resilient goal-setter, having planned and completed a 2,193-mile thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail.
Community Advocacy: Volunteered at Yale with "No Closed Doors," helping New Haven community members with job searches, resume building, and career advice.
Education & Achievements:
Master of Science (MSc) in International Relations, University of Edinburgh.
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History and Political Science (Double Major), Yale University.
Study Abroad Scholar, Charles University (Prague, Czech Republic).
Cum Laude Society & AP Scholar with Distinction, Friends Academy.