Chris Butsavage Rulien Tutoring


Students thrive when teaching meets them where they are.

I provide expert, personalized tutoring to help students excel in AP Humanities courses, writing, executive functioning, standardized test preparation, and in their college application process.

I specialize in working with middle school, high school, and college-aged students, including those with learning differences such as ADHD and ASD.

Every student learns differently. I build relationships that combine clear instruction, targeted practice, and practical systems to raise grades and reduce stress.

My goal is to help students understand the “why,” not just the “what,” so they become stronger thinkers and more confident students.

Areas of expertise:

  • AP US History
  • AP Government
  • AP European History
  • AP English Literature
  • AP Language and Composition
  • AP Human Geography
  • AP World History
  • Essay Writing and Composition
  • Executive Functioning Skills
  • World Religions
  • Philosophy
  • ACT, SAT, and ASVAB Preparation
  • College Applications and Essays
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  • Pull quote testimonial image: "While we're pleased that both boys have improved their grades during the time they've worked with Chris, the more important thing is that they've developed much stronger work habits." - Christiana Cameron, Parent
  • Pull quote testimonial image: "Chris has worked remotely with two of my children at the high school level for the last five years ... My children consistently ask to work with him and have found his tutoring to be very helpful." -Barbara Denton, Parent
  • Pull quote testimonial image: "He met them where they were and gave them the unique tools they needed to be successful. They both scored 5s on their respective AP exams ... I highly recommend him as a tutor." -Laurel Keating, Parent