Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Philadelphia, PA

...education with the same ferocity regardless of ability or skills. Also, I promise that I will always do my best to make things fun and exciting. If you're not laughing you're not learning! In my free time, I enjoy staying physically fit and appreciating all forms of art. I am dedicated to fitness and enjoy lifting weights, running, yoga, hiking, and participating in recreational team sports such as softball and volleyball. I believe that sports...

...school to graduate school as well as continuing education and in a range of contexts from afterschool tutoring programs to university classrooms. In each of these settings, I have taught individuals as well as groups, and in every case I have tailored the lessons to meet everyone at their level and interests. I have taught and tutored a range of courses that have included English, History, Latin, Greek, German, and standardized test prep. While I...

...of my tutee's personal academic growth. As my program director once said "If a child does not master subtraction, they will always struggle with the concept of division. One builds off the other." I realized that she was not only referring to academic capabilities. It is the basic concept of solving any problem we encounter. We cannot move forward unless we figure out what is holding us back, and oftentimes when I start my tutoring...

I believe that all students can learn if the right teacher and methods are employed. I have developed methods the areas of problem solving, balancing equations, and developing good responses to essay-type questions that are unique, yet very effective. I enjoy tutoring and feel that I can be helpful to those in need of science help, particularly in chemistry and physical science.

I am a special education teacher who has been teaching for over 30 years. I currently teach in a high school. I am highly qualified in both Math and English, as well as all elementary subjects. I enjoy working one on one with students and getting to know them on a personal level.

...towards the right answer and to give them the confidence they need to succeed on whatever subject they may struggle with. I believe that education is the foundation for progress in all walks of life, and I make it my goal to provide the tools necessary for this generation's students to succeed on that all-important journey. In my free time, I work as the sports editor for the student newspaper, play on the club baseball...

...primarily focused on international affairs. I am passionate about teaching areas I focused on during my four years in Boston including history, government, and French but also have an established background in writing, literature, and English. I believe it is important to identify a unique approach for every student according to their specific needs because as I have learned, each student has individual strengths and difficulties. In my spare time I sail competitively, cook up...

I am a dedicated college student passionate about learning and teaching. I have years of experience in tutoring and am able to offer valuable study methods, tips, tricks. I look forward to making a difference and gaining valuable experiences learning from others.

I am a student at the University of Pennsylvania studying Economics and German. After graduating this coming May, I will be working in the consulting industry. Along with Economics and German, I have a strong background in a math, several AP subjects, and ACT test prep. I look forward to working with you!

...in Petroleum Engineering and a minor in Mathematics from the University of Oklahoma in 2016. Furthermore, I have tutored for six years in the ACT and SAT, along with mathematics through differential and integral Calculus, and a host of subjects ranging from humanities and writing through physical sciences such as Chemistry. I have written an ACT study guide that condenses practical advice in a palatable manner, and we could work through this should you be...

...my life, and luckily, teaching and tutoring come relatively naturally to me. Varsity Tutors gives me an opportunity to work with students to help them do better in school, find more joy in learning, and occasionally, make a real difference in their lives. My interests are extremely broad, and I usually develop a substantial amount of knowledge in every area I find interesting. For this reason, I am able to tutor across a variety of...

...make the most with what I have and how to strive to be better each day. I have always had a passion for helping others be excellent. I have tutored subjects from algebra to English writing to music theory, and it is a process I truly enjoy. Through tutoring sessions tailored to a holistic approach of students' abilities, my hopes are that they will leave sessions knowing they deserve the absolute best for themselves, and...

...I have taught students of varying ages, education levels, and socioeconomic backgrounds over the years, which I believe has helped me grow as an tutor. Given that this is a service industry, my number one goal is to see my students improve. Tutoring is a give-and-take process, and as such I encourage my students to give me feedback regarding my methods, pace, or level of difficulty. I look to challenge my students, but I will...

...your assignment or understand specific concepts that are difficult to comprehend. Oftentimes, students come to me for scoring a B+ or A-, not an A, on their EXAM. Here, I will teach you specific formulas or key points to maximize your score and reach that A. I will teach you how to USE the exam questions to help obtain clues to solving problems. For multiple choice problems, I will teach you 3 key principles to...

...an international peace education organization, planning and coordinating programming related to diversity, conflict and resolution, sustainable development, and human rights. I tutor in writing (creative writing, research writing, college admissions essays), Standardized Test preparation (Critical Reading and Writing), grammar and mechanics, vocabulary, and social studies (human geography, political science). I am very passionate about writing and its application across a wide variety of fields! The best thing about tutoring is the way in which a...

...at a daily student newspaper, I also can provide a helpful eye for any essays, college or otherwise. Being passionate about the English language, I believe that effective communication is a cornerstone in any proper education, and that all students are capable of being effective communicators and readers. I relish the opportunity to participate in this learning process. When not reading or writing, I can be found behind a guitar or at a piano, or...

Hi! I'm Alina, your friendly neighborhood tutor from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I know school is hard, and I'm in school too. I attended undergrad majoring in Biology. I'm studying to become an optometrist (eye doctor)! I am flexible to answer biology, chemistry, physics, etc. questions. I was also in Honors Art in high school and in college. So, when I want to decompress from STEM subjects, I'll be drawing/painting. #STEMmajorsunite!

...more recently I've been focusing on tutoring pre-medical subjects (Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, Psychology/Sociology) and MCAT preparation. I understand how intimidating the mighty MCAT can feel. I help my students master both the content and strategy of the test, develop manageable study routines, and build the confidence they need to perform to their maximum potential on test day. I scored a 2350 (99th percentile) on my SAT and a 520 (98th percentile) on...

...the shaping and forming of our collective future is the fundamental essence of our craft, and by surrounding myself in a multitude of environments, I have learned innumerable ways of dealing with studentsbased on their individual, subjective needs. The psychology of every child is different, each student a reflection of their upbringing and temperament. In my interaction with these young, works in progress, it has always been important to approach every student differently, and not...

I am a working artist and educator based in West Philadelphia. I attended Wesleyan University, where I completed an interdisciplinary humanities major, specializing in Latin American literature.