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Max

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Max

Masters, Public History
Max's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade math
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of the public history program at the University of South Carolina, where I received an M.A. I am pursuing a career in historic preservation, because buildings and structures crucial to maintaining the culture of local and national society are constantly threatened. Throughout my grad...

Education

University of South Carolina

Masters, Public History

New College of Florida

Bachelors, History

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Vicente

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Vicente

Bachelor's
Vicente's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
K-12th Grade Social Studies
K-12th Grade Spanish
1st-9th Grade Science

As a dedicated educator with a Bachelor's degree in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University, I bring over 10 years of tutoring and classroom experience across a wide spectrum of subjects, including AP Spanish Language & Culture, High School English, Debate, Essay Writing, Reading ...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor's

Meagan

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Meagan

AM
Meagan's other Tutor Subjects
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
SAT
ACT
SAT Subject Tests

I have a bachelor's degree in History, with minors in English and Ancient and Medieval Studies, and a master's in Communication and Rhetorical Studies. I specialize in teaching and tutoring public speaking, writing, and test prep, and look forward to helping students reach their full potential.

Education

Syracuse University

AM

The University of Alabama

AM

Gabby

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Gabby

Undergraduate Degree
Gabby's other Tutor Subjects
10th-12th Grade Writing
Evolutionary Biology
ASVAB
SAT Reading

Hello! I've been a private tutor and writing coach for over five years for both teenagers and adults. My primary focus areas are: writing (academic, nonfiction and fiction), literacy, study skills/organization and academic/career planning I also specialize in the college application process, having...

Education

University of Oregon

Undergraduate Degree

Bilge

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Bilge

Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Bilge's other Tutor Subjects
10th-12th Grade Writing
9th-12th Grade Biology
9th-12th Grade AP Biology
10th-12th Grade Science

As a passionate Neuroscientist with a PhD from Wesleyan University, I have over 6 years of experience in tutoring subjects such neuroscience, neural systems, molecular biology, genetics, general biology, and scientific writing (AP level, college level, and high school level). My teaching philosophy...

Education

Wesleyan University

Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

Middle East Technical University

Bachelor's

Alicia

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alicia

Master's/Graduate
Alicia's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade AP Microeconomics
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math

As a dedicated tutor with a Master's degree in Social Work from Columbia University, I am passionate about fostering personal growth and academic success in my students. I employ a student-centered approach that emphasizes empathy and understanding. My goal is to create a supportive learning environ...

Education

Columbia University

Master's/Graduate

University of Saint Joseph

Bachelor's

Alana

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alana

Bachelor's
Alana's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
6th-10th Grade English
6th-8th Grade Chemistry

I graduated from Yale University in 2021 with a B.A. in the History of Science, Medicine, and Public Health. Following my graduation, I attended Imperial College London on a Fulbright Scholarship to complete my Master of Public Health. Tutoring has been a joy for me over the years, as I've worked w...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor's

Eric

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Eric

Bachelor's
Eric's other Tutor Subjects
1st-10th Grade math
K-5th Grade Reading
Nutrition
SAT Essay

I'm a current medical student at Rush Medical College with a deep appreciation for the process of learning. I know from personal experience that mastering new material doesn't always come easily it takes patience, structure, and persistence. My own journey has taught me the value of steady progress...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor's

Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580

Frequently Asked Questions

Varsity Tutors connects students in San Jose with tutors who specialize in all aspects of essay writing, including thesis development, argumentation, structure, and revision. Whether you're working on persuasive essays, literary analysis, research papers, or timed writing assignments, tutors provide personalized feedback on your drafts and help you strengthen your writing voice and clarity.

A tutor can guide you through the planning process, helping you brainstorm ideas, craft a clear thesis statement, and outline your essay's main arguments before you start writing. They'll show you how to structure your body paragraphs to support your thesis effectively and ensure your ideas flow logically from introduction through conclusion, making your argument more persuasive and easier to follow.

Writer's block is common, and tutors can help you work through it by breaking the writing process into smaller, manageable steps. They can help you brainstorm ideas, create an outline, and get your first draft down without worrying about perfection. Once you have ideas on paper, organizing and refining them becomes much easier with guided feedback.

Tutors provide detailed, personalized feedback on your writing that goes beyond surface-level corrections. They'll identify areas where your argument could be stronger, suggest ways to improve clarity and flow, and help you understand the 'why' behind their suggestions so you can apply those lessons to future essays. This targeted feedback accelerates your growth as a writer far more than generic comments.

Yes. Tutors can help you master MLA, APA, or Chicago citation formats, ensuring your sources are properly credited. They also work with you on grammar and mechanics, but more importantly, they help you develop your own writing voice and style—teaching you when to break grammar rules for effect and how to make your writing more engaging and authentic.

Tutors help you develop strong reading comprehension skills and teach you how to analyze texts critically—identifying themes, symbolism, and author's purpose. They'll show you how to support your interpretations with specific textual evidence and how to construct compelling literary analysis essays that go beyond plot summary to demonstrate genuine insight into the text.

Your first session is an opportunity for the tutor to understand your writing goals, current skill level, and specific challenges—whether that's organization, voice, grammar, or test-based writing. They may review a sample essay you've written and discuss what you'd like to focus on, then create a personalized plan to help you improve in the areas that matter most to you.

Many students notice improvements in their writing within a few sessions, especially in areas like organization and clarity. However, developing a stronger writing voice and mastering more advanced techniques takes consistent practice and feedback over time. Regular tutoring sessions combined with applying feedback to new essays help you build skills that stick and improve your writing across all assignments.

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