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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
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
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

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
Humza

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Humza

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Humza's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Science
ACT Writing
Algebra

Hi everyone, my name is Humza and I am currently a Junior at UIC. I chose to tutor because I myself was the beneficiary of tutoring when I was in middle school and high school so I know first hand how much help it can be. My favorite subjects are math and the social sciences such as psychology and s...

Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Test Scores
ACT
31
Sean

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sean

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Sean's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

Hi there! My name is Sean McClain, I recently graduated from Allegheny College with a bachelor's degree in Physics, specializing in Biophysics. I've been a TA for more than 10 introductory physics classes (both calculus and algebra-based) and a writing/speech TA for two classes. I am currently servi...

Education

Allegheny College

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Test Scores
ACT
32
Victor

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Victor

Bachelor in Arts, History
Victor's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary Reading and Phonics Class
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

I am 25, living in Brooklyn. I am a University of California Santa Barbara graduate with a B.A. in History, and a Minor in Art and Architecture. I have coached, tutored, and taught in classrooms, after school programs, and summer clinics, with children ranging in age from Pre-K through Middle School...

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelor in Arts, History

Manjeet

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Manjeet

Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Manjeet's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Writing
Algebra
AP Physics 2

I have always enjoyed teaching students various subjects. I particularly enjoy seeing the response when the student truly understands the topic. I like to focus on finding ways to make sure the student UNDERSTANDS the topic rather than simply learning to memorize the facts. I find that they are alwa...

Education

Purdue University-Main Campus

Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineering

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John

Anatomy Tutor • +6 Subjects

I am a retired orthopedic surgeon who had been in clinical practice for close to 40 years before retiring. I did my undergraduate training at the University of Southern California (go Trojans) graduating with a BS in Biology. I attended the Georgetown University School of Medicine and went on to specialty training in Orthopedic Surgery at UC San Francisco finishing up with the United States Army Medical Corp with the rank of Major. I have been practicing orthopedic surgery since then until retirement. In surgery, there has always been the saying "see one, do one, TEACH one. Education has always been important in my family; and all four of my kids are graduates of the UC system. They all experienced the trials and tribulations of SATs, National Merit, AP courses, etc. In my spare time I have built lifted off-road four wheel drive vehicles, every desktop computer we have owned from components, have mastered unusual computer programs such as AutoCad, and have welded together a utility trailer that even passed California inspection. I plan to learn a musical instrument. The big advantage I would have in the subject matter of human anatomy, biology and physiology is the fact that there is no closer proximity to the subject matter than having actually working on the anatomy when the anatomy is still alive.

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Amy

Advanced Placement Prep Tutor • +37 Subjects

Ever since playing "the math game" on long road trips, when my dad would quiz me on the multiplication table, I have had a passion for learning and for making learning enjoyable and even fun. As a tutor, I hope to share my love for math and science with my students. I have an approachable, easygoing demeanor and I like working with others. I also consider myself to be very well organized.I am an Atlanta native who just recently moved back to Georgia after graduating magna cum laude from Wellesley College. I was a dual magnet student in math/science and performing arts at North Springs Charter High School in Sandy Springs. While at Wellesley, I was a statistics teaching assistant for two years. I collaborated with professors to design innovative teaching strategies for students to remember and understand mathematical concepts and worked both individually with students and in small groups. I also was actively involved in Science Outreach and a founding member of SLAM DUNK (Science Learning and Mentoring, Discovering and Understanding New Knowledge), a group that partnered with the Science Club for Girls. I was part of a team that mentored middle school students to apply their passion for sports into learning more about biomechanics and anatomy. During my senior year, I completed a year-long independent study project developing and implementing an exercise physiology curriculum for middle school girls. Learning was very active and hands on. One of the primary goals of my teaching style is to try to go beyond the textbook and create analogies that help to make difficult material less abstract.I aspire to be a physical therapist since I will be able to combine my love for running and sports with my academic interest in science. Also, as a physical therapist, I will continue to educate others by teaching patients exercises to rebuild strength.I look forward to tutoring future students and learning more about their interests, learning styles and goals. I will adjust my method of teaching accordingly and look forward to the opportunity to help a student master their desired subject. Not only do I believe that a student will make gains from being tutored, I will be more fulfilled, as I truly enjoy interacting with and helping others.

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Andrea

Algebra Tutor • +24 Subjects

I am fascinated by all things science, and I especially have a passion for math and physics. I earned a B.S. in both General Physics and Applied Math from San Diego State University and have a very enthusiastic and innovative outlook on learning. I'm looking to earn my Ph.D. in Physics starting in the Fall of 2015 and have been tutoring for five years at all levels. I love both math and physics and can tutor a range of math subjects as well as physics; I especially enjoy tutoring high school physics. Tutoring should be a two way street of communication and aimed at helping the student in the best way possible, since each student is unique. I feel that building a professional relationship in which the student is fully comfortable with the tutor builds the best foundation for learning, and my philosophy supports mutual respect. I like to employ a back and forth of questions that triggers the student to learn intrinsically, leading to higher retention rather than merely providing the answers. My teaching philosophy also focuses on test taking strategies and reasoning that compliments the subject leading to a very well rounded individual. I didn't always have the most motivating and passionate teachers, so it took time for me to discover my passion on my own. Hopefully as a tutor I can be the inspiration for young students to pursue the sciences early on in their careers.

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Kimberlee

Elementary School English Tutor • +7 Subjects

Hello, My name is Kim Newton. I am from the United States. I have a passion for teaching. I have been teaching for 6 years online and have a Bachelors Degree of Social Work and a TESOL certificate. I love traveling , cooking, reading and singing. My teaching style is a student centered approach I am an energetic, kind, fun and patient teacher. I encourage my students to speak in complete sentences. I like to make my classes engaging, relevant, and fun. I hope to see you in class soon !

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Mark

ACT Math Tutor • +34 Subjects

I am a graduate of Califonria Lutheran University. I got my bachelor of science in mathematics. I seek to show students that mathematics isn't as droll and difficult as they make it out to be. Math can be fun and enjoyable once one understands what all the symbols represent and that the maths can be used to help in real life situations. However I understand that some people just can't find math fun and in that case I make sure to make the learning process as easy and smooth as possible. I teach my tutees by taking what topic they are learning and defining it in easy to understand terms for better learning. After that I tend to ask them a lot of questions to test their comprehension of the topic.I enjoy games and a good sense of humor. I always like a good joke whether it be math related or not. During my free time, I love to play board games and tabletop games with my friends. But when it comes down to it I just really love mathematics and teaching it to others.

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Kurt

Astronomy Tutor • +25 Subjects

I have always used the philosophy that anything worth doing, is worth doing right. This is also very true in the learning process. Some content may be difficult to understand, but with effort and persistence, it can and will get done.I currently hold a professional secondary teaching certificate which allows me to teach/tutor grades 7-12 in all sciences. I really enjoy the earth sciences and physical sciences. I think that there are tons of examples that we can observe in the world around us everyday.I enjoy being outdoors, especially on the water. I love summer time and try to get outside as much as possible.

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Samuel

SAT Reading Tutor • +21 Subjects

I am a recent graduate of Bard College, where I studied Written Arts and Arabic. I wrote a 70,000 word novel as my senior thesis, and I am now attempting to have it published. I love cooking, and in the past I worked as a cook in a restaurant. I also worked as manual laborer for a landscape company, but, unfortunately, that did not lead to a love of gardening. I am an avid reader of all genres, and I love movies and TV as well. I love to travel , and I love languages, although my fluency in anything but English is questionable.

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Emma

Adult ESL/ELL Tutor • +30 Subjects

As someone who considers themselves a lifelong learner, I am passionate about learning new concepts, and I am motivated to share this attitude with my students!I graduated from Indiana University Bloomington in 2017 with a BA in Speech-Language Pathology and a minor in Psychology, and in 2020 with an MA in Speech-Language Pathology.In the future, I plan to serve as a Speech-Language Pathologist in an urban school district with students who come from diverse ethnic backgrounds and SES.As a student pursuing Speech-Language Pathology, I have had extensive experience in teaching individuals from ages 4 to 80 by providing speech therapy and have become an expert in tailoring my teaching style to best meet the needs of my students.I have served as a graduate clinician in several elementary schools, where I have provided speech therapy (e.g. reading groups, targeting narrative retell, grammatical concepts, phonological awareness, core language, social skills, study skills, organization, etc.) in small group settings. Additionally, I have worked as a graduate teaching assistant in Indiana University's American Sign Language Department, where I co-taught American Sign Language with Deaf professors and provided office hours for undergraduate students. I have also worked alongside special education teachers, general education teachers, and paraprofessionals to design language-enriching curriculum in a summer camp setting for elementary school students with special needs, and served as a camp leader as well.Subjects I tutor include Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra 2, PSAT Critical Reading, PSAT Mathematics, PSAT Writing Skills, Psychology, Elementary School English, English Grammar and Syntax, Elementary School Reading, Elementary School Writing, Elementary School Science, Essay Editing, Finite Mathematics, Science, Special Education, Study Skills and Organization. I also provide preparation for SAT and GRE exams, as well as the PRAXIS Speech-Language Pathology exam.As a tutor, my philosophy is to serve as a guide to aid students in discovering concepts for themselves. I break complicated problems into smaller, more manageable problems and always start with simpler concepts and ensure my student has mastered them before moving on to more complicated ones. I am constantly assessing how the student is understanding the lesson by asking comprehension questions and adapting my teaching style to better suit the student's needs. I also make use of technology and multimedia to maximize efficiency of my tutoring sessions and students' success.

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Corrie

Algebra Tutor • +21 Subjects

I graduated from Colorado State University in 2014 with a bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering. I am certified as an E.I. and a P.E. Currently, I am working towards a master's degree in Social Work with a focus on Latinx communities at Boston College.The bulk of my tutoring experience comes from my time in the Peace Corps. I served as a Community Environmental Conservation volunteer in Panama from 2015 to 2018. I co-taught Science, Environmental Education, and English in a multi grade one room schoolhouse with students aged 5 to 12, I also tutored middle and high school students in English after school. I have also been a youth mentor and enjoy making connections with students and encouraging them in their academic journeys. I worked for four years as an engineer at a small municipality in the water quality group where I managed the water quality database and performed process optimizations for water and wastewater. While I no longer practice engineering, I am very passionate about water and wastewater treatment and processes and am most excited to help future engineers achieve their certifications. My philosophy around engineering exams is that while it is important to know how to do the problems, it is even more important to learn how to think about problem solving.In my spare time I enjoy reading, hiking, camping, and skiing. I love backpacking and always spend at least a week of the summer on solo backpacking trips.

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Scott

Algebra Tutor • +12 Subjects

I have a bachelor's degree in Mathematics. I have always had a passion for Mathematics and helping others. My enthusiasm for my subject area is contagious. My method of tutoring is to focus on concepts rather than the repetition of problems. This way you are able to understand concepts rather than memorize specific problems. I look forward to tutoring you.

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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.

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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.

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