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Galen

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Galen

Bachelor's degree
Galen's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
PSAT Critical Reading

I am more passionate about the latter, and within the humanities I am most passionate about philosophy and English. The most important thing I've learned from those two fields (and the thing I'd most want to pass on to students) is how to find the right words for thoughts - this is important, not ju...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelor's degree

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
34
Alina

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Alina

Bachelor's
Alina's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Geometry

I am currently an engineer in the design and construction industry for an international construction company, and a recent graduate from the University of Arizona. I received my Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering in May 2016 and left my roots in Tucson, Arizona. In my spare time, I enjoy soa...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Michelle

Certified Tutor

16+ years

Michelle

Bachelor in Arts
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning

I am a great tutor because I am young and enthusiastic. I can relate to the kids I tutor because I recently experienced the classes and standardized tests that they are taking. I use an informal style so that the student can feel comfortable asking questions. I try to connect personally to the stude...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Scott

Certified Tutor

Scott

Bachelor's
Scott's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am here because I thoroughly enjoy working with students and watching them succeed in their academic studies. As a Mathematics major at the University of Arizona (currently a junior), I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring: I have been a teacher's assistant for a Calculus II section at ...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Rebia

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Rebia

Bachelor's
Rebia's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Biology

I'm excited to share my love of science and learning through tutoring! I tutor Biology, Ecology, and standardized test prep. From high school to Stanford, I have learned that lectures are often difficult for students to follow. They can lose confidence in subjects because the information is not pres...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
ACT
33
Kristi

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kristi

Bachelor's
Kristi's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays

I am no longer eligible to be a tutor, I have been looking for a way to keep doing what I love!

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1460
Lyall

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Lyall

Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Lyall's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP U.S. Government & Politics
College English
College Essays

I am a recent Brown University graduate from Dallas Texas now living in Manhattan. I graduated with honors in political science and have a good mind for standardized tests. I am currently preparing to take the LSAT, so I am in the test taking mindset myself and am excited to help students preparing ...

Education

Brown University

Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Hamza

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Hamza

Bachelor of Science, Bioinformatics
Hamza's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB

A kind-hearted, friendly, professional and highly trained tutor. I am extremely passionate about teaching, I find the position personally satisfying and beneficial to the students I work with. I am a great communicator and listener and have the ability to understand a student's needs. I love creatin...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelor of Science, Bioinformatics

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
Christine

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christine

PHD, English State Certified Teacher
Christine's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing

As a tutor, I believe that students benefit from a variety of approaches, depending on their backgrounds, current situations and feelings about writing. I believe the most important part of tutoring is empowering the student to feel that he/she is capable of writing and reading well and correcting h...

Education

Drew University

PHD, English State Certified Teacher

Reed College

Bachelors, English

Ranjani

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ranjani

Master of Science, Biotechnology
Ranjani's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Biology
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

My interest in teaching started when I was a teenager, when I was inspired by my wonderful high school biology teacher. Particularly, the class projects she used to illustrate concepts were inspiring, and got the entire class excited about the subject. This excitement about science lasted through my...

Education

University of California-Irvine

Master of Science, Biotechnology

University of Maryland-College Park

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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Margaret

Certified Reading Intervention Tutor • +17 Subjects

My teaching practice is focused on recognizing the unique brilliance of every learner by empowering individual learning styles toward successful achievement.

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Barbara

Basic Computer Literacy Tutor • +22 Subjects

I have a passion for Project and Program Management. I love sharing my experiences and knowledge with others. Helping Project Managers or leading someone through the certification process gives me so much satisfaction and pride in those I help.I'm an Instructor with core competencies in the following areas:With more than fifteen years' experience in the Project Management and Program Management field, I am adept in creating new lesson plans and coaching students. Moreover, my on-the-job experience has afforded me a well-rounded skill set as an Instructor, including first-rate organizational and team building skills, I excel at:Supervision and EvaluationLesson PlanningCourse DevelopmentTechnology IntegrationFiscal AccountabilityMy teaching experience includes:PMP CERTIFICATION CLASS INSTRUCTOR :Classes include:Introduction to Project ManagementProject Management Framework Processes and DependenciesPMP Certification Qualifications, Taking the Test Tips of the TradeScope ManagementProcurementTime Management and QualityProfessional ResponsibilityProject Management in an Agile EnvironmentUpdated training materials reflect PMBOK Release(s) and Agile Best Practices.Trained quarterly classes for FIS 2004-2020Train classes as needed for the Local PMI ChapterKAPLAN UNIVERSITY (2018 acquired by Purdue University Global) Adjunct Instructor (virtual): General Business and Administration

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Ellen

Adult ESL/ELL Tutor • +4 Subjects

My formal education includes a B.A. in Philosophy from Loyola University in Chicago, TESOL certification from Thongsook College in Bangkok, and an Early Childhood Teaching Credential from the District of Columbia. I have taught in a variety of classrooms throughout the world including private language schools in China, Bilingual environments in Thailand, Montessori in Virginia, and Public Charter Schools in both DC and Detroit. I spend my summers on the campus of Yale University teaching ESL to middle and high school international students. I also am a Hatha yoga instructor and music enthusiast. I play the ukulele and enjoy singing. I am very excited to share my range of experiences and energy with the learners at Varsity Tutors!

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Connie

ACT English Tutor • +14 Subjects

I am currently a medical resident at Brockton Hospital and will be continuing my training in Dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital next summer. I received my medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed my undergraduate training at Northwestern University with a Bachelor's degree in Biology.While I love teaching all subjects, science is easily my favorite because it explains how everything works and is so applicable to the world around us. Not everyone loves science, but I have found that once a student gains the skills and confidence they need, science becomes a fascinating subject that stimulates their curiosity and excitement.Most of the students I tutor come to me for help with science or math; however, I have also helped students with standardized test prep and general study and time management skills. As a medical student, I've had plenty of personal experience with managing a rigorous course load, test anxiety, and time management. My experiences as a student help me relate to my students. Having been through the stressful college and medical school application process myself, I can give my students the advice and encouragement they need to be successful. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, scuba diving, baking, and playing tennis.

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Margaret

College English Tutor • +20 Subjects

I am a successful and compassionate educator with over 5 years of experience working with students in classroom, small group, and 1-on-1 settings. I hold a B.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language, which I have used to prepare over 40 refugee minors to enter into the U.S. public school system, equip dozens of adult learners to obtain jobs and connect with their communities, and expand the horizons of 200 foreign students with the possibilities of bilingualism. Additionally, my thorough knowledge of the English language has allowed me to work as a collegiate writing coach, executing detailed revisions of academic assignments and helping students improve their writing skills. My experience is not limited to language arts, however, as my career has led me to students with a variety of needs and I have tutored students in grades K-12 in math, science, history, and Spanish. Tutoring in and of itself has become a passion of mine, as I have seen the confidence and skills that one-on-one instruction can provide to students who would otherwise be struggling. From kindergarteners who are grasping the tools necessary to excel academically to seniors who are embracing the language required to engage socially, every student is working towards a massive goal and I consider it a joy to provide them with the resources and support to reach it.

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Trevor

ACT English Tutor • +22 Subjects

I graduated from the University of Notre Dame summa cum laude, receiving my BA in Spanish and Premedical Studies.I have tutored many different subjects at nearly all levelsfrom high school to graduate schoolbut I love to teach college-level science the most. AP Biology is a favorite of mine, as it draws on a lot of my own interests as a student soon to matriculate into medical school.My teaching style is student-focused: I learn concepts in different ways so I can explain those concepts my students in a way that makes sense to them.

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Cheryl

ACT English Tutor • +53 Subjects

I graduated from Drew University in 1988 and went on to receive a master's degree at Kean College of New Jersey in Behavioral Sciences: Human Behavior and Organizational Psychology. I have taught 4th grade, and worked as a college level writing tutor. For many years, I have been a substitute teacher. This means that I am flexible and ready for almost anything. I have always enjoyed working with students at various ages and skill levels as well as teaching a variety of subjects. I am passionate about helping my students to achieve their goals and to be a positive voice for them. When not working, I love to travel and to cook.

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Anna

ACT Writing Tutor • +41 Subjects

I majored in Middle Eastern Studies and minored in math during undergrad at Cornell. Since graduating I've worked in a number of fields and countries, although the common theme is teaching English and researching in the Middle East. As an English Teaching Assistant at Weill Medical School in Qatar, I became competent at editing and guiding students in writing. I'm now a first year fellow studying Policy Analysis at the Pardee RAND Graduate School.

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Naama

ACT English Tutor • +38 Subjects

I'm a New York transplant to LA, and a freelance composer and musician by nature. I am an artist and a teacher-- these are my two passions! I'm also a translator, linguistics nerd, avid reader, and fabulous teacher. I went to NYU and studied Linguistics, and am continuing my studies for an Applied Linguistics Masters here in California.I have been teaching and tutoring for many years, since I started college. I've done private SAT Prep tutoring both here and in New York, as well as prep for other standardized tests such as the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT. I also teach a bi-weekly SAT Prep course in Glendale, and an advanced Competition Math class for two age groups (6-8 and 9-12). It's a lot of fun! I've always found math pretty neat and like to get students interested in it too!I love to travel and have been fortunate enough to do a lot of it during my quarter-century on this planetRussia, all over Europe, the Middle East, Venezuela, Mexico, India, and pretty much every state in this country. You only live once, and I really do learn something new every day.Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the one in which I have the most to offer and that gives me the most in return. I believe that confidence is the largest factor in success at anything, and preparation leads to confidence. This applies to the SAT test; it applies to performing a concert; it is universal. I want to help build confidence in others, too.

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Justus

Accounting Tutor • +17 Subjects

As a teacher, I am excited about the opportunity to apply my skills and experience through the Varsity Tutors platform. During my time as a teacher, I have learned two important things that will help students grow. The first thing is knowing how to adjust to the way a student learns. The second thing is making the material come to life in a way that gets the students excited about learning and understanding their lessons. As an enthusiastic teacher, I am dedicated and passionate about enabling young minds to grow and achieve their academic goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students across Tucson's 427 schools and all 67 school districts with personalized tutoring. Whether your student attends a school in the Tucson Unified School District, Sunnyside, Sahuarita, or any other local district, we can match them with a tutor who understands Arizona's academic standards and local curriculum expectations.

Tucson's average student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1 means individual students often don't get the focused attention they need in the classroom. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction fills that gap by providing dedicated support tailored to your student's specific learning style, pace, and goals—something that's difficult to achieve in a traditional classroom setting.

Tucson students commonly seek tutoring in math, English, science, and test preparation (SAT, ACT, and AP exams). We also work with students on Arizona-specific requirements like passing the AIMS exam and meeting state standards. Whatever subject your student is struggling with or wants to excel in, Varsity Tutors can connect you with an expert tutor.

Tutors who work with Tucson students are familiar with Arizona's K-12 standards and graduation requirements, including proficiency expectations in English language arts, math, science, and social studies. They can help students close specific skill gaps, prepare for state assessments, and build confidence in areas where they're falling behind—ensuring they're on track to meet Arizona's benchmarks.

The first session is focused on getting to know your student—their learning style, current challenges, and goals. The tutor will assess where they stand academically, identify specific areas that need support, and create a personalized plan moving forward. This foundation helps ensure that every future session is targeted and effective.

Tutoring rates vary based on the subject, tutor expertise, and your student's grade level. We offer flexible options to fit different budgets, and many families find that the focused, personalized instruction delivers strong results that justify the investment. Contact us for a consultation to discuss pricing and find a tutoring plan that works for your family.

Many students show noticeable improvement within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, though the timeline depends on their starting point and how frequently they work with their tutor. Building strong academic skills is a process, and the most sustainable results come from regular, focused practice. Your tutor will track progress and adjust strategies to keep your student moving forward.

Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who have strong subject expertise and experience teaching or tutoring their area. Many hold degrees in their subject, have classroom teaching experience, or bring specialized knowledge—like test prep certification or advanced subject mastery. When we match your student with a tutor, we ensure they're well-qualified to help your student succeed.

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