James Powell

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Meet James Powell: Academic Tutor.

With over twenty years in education, I have dedicated my career to teaching economics. I strive to make learning more engaging and accessible to my students and always seek to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world application.

My journey has taken me from the classroom to leading successful departments, authoring 15 economics textbooks and study guides, training teachers, and integrating innovative learning technologies. I now provide tutoring and instructional design support to help bridge learning gaps and encourage academic success. Whether teaching, tutoring, or coaching students toward top university placements, my passion remains: enhancing education through creativity, strategy, and innovation.

My tutoring and instructional style is interactive, student-centered, and focused on building confidence through clear explanations, real-world connections, and engaging discussions. I tailor my approach to each student’s needs, breaking complex concepts into manageable parts while encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving. I strive to create a supportive and encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and growing academically. I aim to help students improve their understanding and performance and develop curiosity, analytical skills, and independent learning habits. Ultimately, I want my students to feel empowered, capable, and motivated to reach their full potential.

High School Services: AP Microeconomics • AP Macroeconomics

Hourly Academic Tutoring: $150

University of London

International Business
Part-time teacher at King’s College School

University of Leeds

Economics
Vice-President of the Debating Union
Debated at the World Debating Championships in Glasgow

Kingston College

Soccer

Experience

  1. 20+ years of experience teaching economics in leading English independent schools
  2. Led large, successful departments and trained early career professionals and aspiring departmental heads
  3. Written and cowritten 15 textbooks and study guides in economics with Hachette Learning, including the bestselling AQA A-level Economics

Human Heart

  1. Soccer enthusiast; watcher of the Premier League and volunteer soccer coach and referee
  2. Frequent visitor of DC's world-class museums and galleries
  3. Aspiring cooking and gardener; though still trying to understand how the DC climate is conducive for roses